Zinser Elementary News
October 17

Zinser Elementary News October 17

10/17/25

Annual Pumpkin Carving & Decorating Contest
SHOW YOUR CREATIVITY AND FALL SPIRIT! Bring your decorated or carved pumpkin to Zinser on October 27th. Students will vote during class time. Top 3 winners announced on November 3rd! **IF YOU'D LIKE TO KEEP YOUR PUMPKIN, PLEASE PICK IT UP ON OCTOBER 31ST**

Kidstage presents Annie! 
Coming to Zinser Elementary School! Program Details:

• Wednesday beginning after-school October 22, 2025
• Performance: Mid-Late April 2026
• Tuition $10 per week, per child Covers instruction, scripts, and performance expenses.

Why Join KidStage?

1. Build confidence & self-expression
2. Learn acting, singing, & movement
3. Make new friends & shine on stage
4. Perform in a full production next spring!

No kid will be left behind - everyone has a part! How to Join:

Sign-up Today! Spots are limited - don't miss your chance to be part of this amazing experience! For registrations contact:
Cheryl Gyant - KidStage Director
kidstage@rootsofrosecdc.org
616-885-2998 

Zinser Winter Concerts - Save the Dates

• Tuesday, December 9th: Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd Grades
• Tuesday, February 10th: 3rd, 4th, & 5th Grades
• Concerts will be in the evening with various start times for each grade ranging from 5:30-7:30 pm.

Family Council News
Get ready to unleash your reading powers—Zinser’s Read-A-Thon launches on Monday, October 6! This action-packed event is all about getting students excited to read while raising heroic funds for our school. From classroom supplies to field trips and special events, every dollar supports our Zinser community. Be sure to register at MyBooster.com when registration opens on October 6 to track those reading minutes, and stay tuned for chances to win super prizes!

• Please sign up to receive Zinser Family Council updates for the 2025-2026 school year, as we will start a fresh contact list soon!
• Popcorn Fridays will be kicking off in September. We will host one popcorn Friday a month this year, but we can't do it without our parent volunteers! If you are able to help, please visit the sign-up link and add your name. As a reminder, you will need to have a background check on file with the front office two weeks in advance. This must be completed every school year.
• Zinser Family Council now has VENMO for donations! Our account is @ZinserFamilyCouncil

Zinser Book Fair
We need your help! Our first Bookfair of the year is coming up. It will run from Tuesday, October 21, to Friday, October 24. If you are able to volunteer to help with this great event, please visit the link to sign up.

Book Fair Hours:
Tuesday, October 21: 8:45 am to 7 pm during parent-teacher conferences
Wednesday, October 22: 8:45 am to 4 pm
Thursday, October 23: 8:45 am to 4 pm
Friday, October 24: 8:45 am to 3 pm during parent-teacher conferences
*Parents will not be permitted to enter the book fair during school hours. Feel free to shop after dismissal at 3:37.

Zinser Elementary School Skating Party
Wednesday, October 22 from 6:15 pm-8:15 pm at Tarry Hall Roller Rink. $8 Admission and $4 Skate Rental - non-skating parents are free. 3330 Fairlanes Ave SW, Grandville.

Save the Date!
Join us for the 3rd annual Craft Show at the High School to benefit the Senior All Night Party for the Class of 2026! Vendors: Please contact Jodi Basiaga: (616)328-7409 OR khcraftshow@yahoo.com for vendor information.

Positive Teacher/Staff Referrals
At Zinser we promote kindness and appreciation as we CARE for each other. Parents, we want YOU to recognize teachers and staff for the amazing job they are doing. Please send me your message by email bjohnston@khps.org so I can visit the classroom and share your kind words of appreciation with the deserving staff member.

Panko, Zinser Therapy Dog
Would you like to help support Panko, our facility dog? If so, here is an Amazon Wish List with some of the things he needs! Thank you!

Santa Claus Girls
For more than 116 years, Santa Claus Girls have worked to make sure that no child age 12 years or under in Kent County goes without a gift at Christmas. If your family is in need of help to provide for your children this Christmas, consider registering at santaclausgirls.org. Registration for the 2025 season begins September 1, 2025. santaclausgirls.org

KH Youth Wrestling Club
Grades K-5th. Season begins on Nov. 18 and runs through Mar. 12 and costs $85 plus $20 MyWay Membership. All experience levels welcome! Practices are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00-7:30 pm in the KHHS Wrestling Room. Register at kenowahillsyouthsports.org. Questions, contact KnightsWrestlingClubGR@gmail.com

Academy of Dance Arts - Learn more and Register

OLDER NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Drop-off/Pick-up
Please see the attached images of our Parking Lot and Neighborhood Map to help make drop-off and pick-up as safe and smooth as possible.