615 Jones St., Grand Ledge, MI  48837  |  Phone: 517-925-5480  |  Fax: 517-925-5483
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September 25, 2026

Curriculum Night
We appreciated everyone who joined us for Curriculum Night. During the event we shared grade-specific curriculum scales, essential learnings, and important information about your child’s learning this year. If you were unable to attend, please look for follow-up information from your grade-level teacher. Support staff and special-area teachers also shared what each grade will be learning; their flyers are attached. Please reach out to our teaching staff if you have any questions.

Art - Music - Physical Education - Reading - STEAM

Holbrook PRIDE in the Cafeteria
Students who demonstrate PRIDE in the cafeteria earn the chance to have their name placed on our WOW board. This recognition is for being helpful, following directions, cleaning up after themselves, and acting as positive role models. When the WOW board fills, we hold a random drawing to select a Holbrook WOW board winner. The winner receives a certificate, a feature in our Holbrook Highlights video, and a prize from the PBIS bin. Please consider talking with your student about ways they can show PRIDE in the cafeteria.

Thank you again for your partnership and a great week of learning here at Holbrook!

Kat Farr, Principal

Checking in With Your Child About School
As the new school year gets underway, you probably have lots of questions about how your child’s day is going. While “How was school?” is a natural question, it often leads to a quick “good” or “fine” and not much else!

Try asking something a little more specific to invite conversation:
* “What felt easy today?”
* “What’s something new you learned?”
* “Who did you sit with at lunch?”
* “What was something that made you smile today?”
* “Was there anything that felt tricky today?”

If your child isn’t ready to talk right away, give it some time and try again later. A snack after school, a car ride, or getting ready for bed can be a natural time to reconnect when your child may be more comfortable sharing.

Remember, you don’t have to ask a lot of questions. One thoughtful question can create an opportunity for connection.

Guiding Words:
As you build this habit of connecting and sharing, keep these simple affirmations in mind:
* For Caregivers: I can stay curious about my child’s day and create space for connection, one question at a time.
* For Students: I can share my thoughts, feelings, and stories with the people who care about me.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
To access local resources visit the Tri-County Community Health Guide.
Small-Group Counseling Referral Form
2026-27 Parent/Guardian Needs Assessment

There’s always something happening at Holbrook! As we wrap up our record-breaking fall fundraiser, we’re already looking ahead — and we need your help with what comes next!

WE WANT YOUR FUNDRAISER FEEDBACK!
Our fall fundraiser was an incredible success, and once again, we cannot thank our Holbrook families enough for the amazing support!  Now we want to hear what YOU think.  Did you love this year’s fundraiser? Would you like to see us do something different next year? Is there something you think could be improved?

Please tell us! PTO can’t make meaningful changes without input from our families. Whether you loved the fundraiser we chose or would prefer something completely different, we want to hear from you!

Complete our Fall Fundraiser Feedback Survey ASAP:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf3mXjsNXcWTnmLxzdWEhhH0jmxe7qKULOrE63aqF3SrgRr0A/viewform?usp=send_form 

Your feedback will help us make informed decisions about future fundraisers and what works best for our Holbrook community.

THE BEST DAY EVER IS COMING!
Mark those calendars because Wednesday, October 7 is going to be a VERY exciting day at Holbrook!  Our students will celebrate their incredible fundraising efforts with BEST DAY EVER — a school-day celebration filled with giant inflatables, fun, laughter, and plenty of memories!

WE STILL NEED VOLUNTEERS!
We need our Holbrook grown-ups to help make Best Day Ever happen! If you’re available on October 7, please consider signing up for a volunteer shift.

BEST DAY EVER VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP:
https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C0F4AAEAB2FA3FCCE9-65643723-best?useFullSite=false 

The more helping hands we have, the smoother the day will run — and the more fun our kids can have!

POPCORN FRIDAYS ARE BACK!
Our first Popcorn Friday is officially in the books, and we’re so excited to have this Holbrook favorite back for another year!  Haven’t purchased popcorn for your student yet? You can still get them signed up for the year:

Pay for Popcorn:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/popcorn-fridays-2026–27 

POPCORN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Popcorn Fridays wouldn’t be possible without our volunteers! Come help us pop, bag, and distribute popcorn to our Comets.

Sign up to volunteer:
https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C0F4AAEAB2FA3FCCE9-64605668-popcorn?useFullSite=false 

NEXT PTO MEETING — OCTOBER 1 - 6:00 PM - Holbrook Library
Everyone is welcome! You don’t have to be a PTO member or commit to volunteering to attend. Come hear what we’re working on, share your ideas, and be part of the conversation.

STAY CONNECTED WITH HOLBROOK PTO!
Following our Facebook page is one of the easiest ways to stay up to date on events, volunteer opportunities, reminders, photos, and everything PTO!

Follow Holbrook PTO on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CLvg34vEc/?mibextid=wwXIfr 

Whether you attend meetings, volunteer, fill out a survey, share our posts, or simply cheer us on — your involvement helps us do more for our Holbrook Comets.

Daily Choice » Soft Pretzel with Yogurt & String Cheese
Mon., Sep 28 » Beef & Cheese Soft Taco
Tue., Sep 29 » French Bread Pizza
Wed., Sep 30 » Mini French Toast & Sausage
Thu., Oct 1 » Mini Turkey Corn Dogs
Fri., Oct 2 » Popcorn Chicken

Students who bring lunch from home may purchase milk for $0.50 if they choose.

Please note that students do not have access to a microwave for lunch.

If your student does not return a library book by its due date, they will receive a bright orange overdue notice on Friday of the week that the book was due (or Thursday if there is no school scheduled on Friday).  You will also receive a “Late materials notice” email on that Sunday.  We do not charge fines for overdue books.  These orange overdue notices and the corresponding emails are simply a way to communicate which book(s) your child has checked out, and to remind them (and you) to return them to school.

Almcrantz
Arbour 
Barnhill
Houdek
Browning
Cano
Carver
Davis
Diaz
Diller - does not have one
Fender
Ford
Griffin
Haney
Harvey
Herington
Kowalesky
Kruse
Long - TBD
Mena
Miller
O’Neill
Priese
Sherman
Stevens
Vanderlaan
Warren
Werner

*compiled by the PTO

Our district-wide Culture & Community Picnic is just 2 weeks away! We hope you’ll join us for an evening of food, fun, and community!

This will be a potluck-style picnic, so if you plan to attend, please bring a dish to share with other community members. We’d love for everyone to have an opportunity to share a favorite dish, family recipe, or something that represents their culture.

A few details about the event:
*Potluck-style meal — please bring a dish to share.
*Covered pavilion — we’ll be gathering under a permanent pavilion, so no blankets are needed.
*Drinks, plates, cups, napkins, and utensils will be provided.
*Limited electrical outlets are available, so please plan accordingly if your dish needs electricity.
*All-accessible playground — kids can enjoy the playground throughout the event.

Everyone is welcome! This is a district-wide event and a great opportunity to connect with other members of our community.

No sign-up is required to attend, but registering is appreciated and helps us plan for the event. If you plan to join us, please take a moment to complete the sign-up form.

We hope to see you there! Come share a meal, meet members of our community, and celebrate the cultures that make our district special.

Thank you, and we hope you can join us!

Attendance Reporting
There are several ways to report an absence at Holbrook. When using any of the options below please include the following information; Child's full name, teacher and the reason for their absences. We keep track of all illness for the Barry-Eaton Health Department.  If your child is going to be tardy please let us know what their choice for lunch is before 9:15 am. Thank you!
1. The fastest way is using the online portal at ps.glcomets.net. Once you have logged in, select “Attendance Monitor” from the left navigation menu. Then, click “Report New Attendance.” After you have entered the date, reason, and explanation, click Submit. Please note: online attendance reporting is not available in the app; it is only available on the website.
2. Email hirschmana@glcomets.net or edgettt@glcomets.net.
3. Call the main office at 517-925-5480. Feel free to call anytime day or night and if you need to leave a voicemail message, please include your student's full name, teacher and the reason for the absence.

Update Contact Information
Do you need to update contact information (email, address, name, emergency contacts, etc. for you, your child, or people associated with your child? Please visit www.glcomets.net/ourschools/holbrook-elementary.

Student Drop Off/Pick Up
When dropping off your child in the drop off line, please make sure your student is able to exit the vehicle themselves with their belongings, otherwise please park and walk them to the crosswalk.

Late Arrivals
If your student is going to be late and needs school lunch, you must call the office by 9:15am to order lunch for them.

Medication Drop Off
If your student will require medication during the school day, you will need to provide the proper paperwork.  All medications must be turned into the office by an adult.  This includes over the counter medications, any ointments, and cough drops.  Medical paperwork can be found on the district website under Parent Resources Medical Paperwork

Blessings in a Backpack
If your student needs additional food at home, the Grand Ledge Blessings in a Backpack program is here. For over a decade, this program has provided bags of food for weekend meals at no cost to hundreds of students in the Grand Ledge area. For students attending school in-person, a bag of nourishing, kid-friendly food will be placed discretely in their backpack or locker at the end of each week during the school year (except during school breaks.) Examples of some of the food items distributed are: macaroni and cheese, canned vegetables, soup, oatmeal, granola bars, fruit cups, and beef ravioli. If you would like your student to participate in the program, please fill out the permission form that went home or request one from the office.  Return the form to the school office by Wednesday, September 9th, for your student to receive the first bag on September 17th.

Lost and Found
The lost and found is located near the gym in playground vestibule. If your student is missing something, please have them check the lost and found. Labeling clothing/items will also help us to return things to students.  

Need Hats or Gloves?
Please call the office (517-925-5480) and let us know.  We have a supply of donated items that we'd love to get to your child if needed.

End of the Day Changes
If you need to change end of the day plans for your student, please contact the office prior to 3:30 pm so proper notes can be delivered to classrooms. Thank you so much!!

Illness Reminders
We ask that your child be 24 hours free of fever (without fever reducing medications), vomiting or diarrhea before you send them back to school after they have been out sick.  We appreciate your cooperation with this!

Need Shoes or Boots?
The Old Newsboys Association of Greater Lansing is a nonprofit charitable organization whose sole purpose is to provide footwear to needy school children. This includes well fitting school shoes, warm boots and socks. For, assistance and to obtain a request for footwear form, please contact our office (hirschmana@glcomets.net).

Change of Clothes
Please send in a change of clothing with your student to be left in their locker. Students have spills during lunch or get muddy/wet on the playground. The office supply of clothing is very limited and students are often more comfortable in their own clothing.

Student Birthday Policy
To ensure every child can participate safely, please do not send edible items for birthdays due to allergies and dietary restrictions. We will celebrate students with songs, books, and other classroom activities. If you would like to send a celebration item, please choose a non-edible item such as stickers, pencils, or small fidgets that can be shared and sent home. This is optional — we will happily celebrate every student who wishes to be recognized on their special day.

Raptor Visitor Management System Starting
Grand Ledge Public Schools will continue using the Raptor Visitor Management System to enhance the safety of our school buildings. The Raptor system will better allow us to screen school visitors, providing a safer environment for our students and staff.  School visitors will be screened during the school day before being allowed to leave the main office and enter the school building. School visitors will be asked to present a valid, government-issued photo ID (such as a driver's license), and it will be scanned or manually entered into the Raptor system. Once entry is approved, Raptor will issue a badge that identifies the visitor, the date, and the purpose of the visit. A visitor’s badge will not be necessary to drop off an item in the main office or to pick up paperwork from there.

Volunteering & Chaperoning
Persons wishing to volunteer for Grand Ledge Public Schools are required to complete the Volunteer Registration Form and be approved prior to serving as a volunteer.  All volunteers MUST check in at the office to receive a BADGE prior to proceeding to any other area on school property.  Please visit District Volunteer Application to complete the process.  If your student will be moving to a different school next year, be sure to select both their current school and the school they’ll be attending.  For example: If your child is currently in 4th grade at Holbrook and will attend Hayes next year, select Holbrook and Hayes on the application. This ensures you’ll be cleared to volunteer at both locations when needed. Applications are valid for one calendar year.