615 Jones St., Grand Ledge, MI  48837  |  Phone: 517-925-5480  |  Fax: 517-925-5483
Holbrook Website

October 2, 2026

I want to let you know that you may see "connection slips" come home with your student. These slips are for informative purposes only and indicate that your student spoke with one of the following staff members during the school day:

Principal, Ms. Farr
Dean of Students, Mrs. Huard
Resilience Lead, Mr. Mikey
Counselor, Mrs. Conner
Restorative Justice Facilitator, Ms. Tiffany

Our goal is to encourage families to check in with their student(s) regarding any conversations. Connection slips are not an indication of consequences or discipline. If there is an issue that requires parent/guardian involvement, we will follow up with a phone call or email.

Homecoming
This week we celebrated Homecoming at Holbrook. Holbrook students have enjoyed joining in the High School planned spirit days, ending with a celebration of "there's no place like home" in our GL gear! We look forward to a fantastic parade this evening followed by the football game tonight. Whether you are in the parade or watching, please stay safe. Students, stay with your adult and have a wonderful Homecoming night. Go Comets!

Kat Farr, Principal

STEAMfest 2026: A Free Day of Family Fun!
Looking for a fun, hands-on activity for the whole family? STEAMfest 2026 will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Lansing Community College’s Downtown Campus. Children in grades K–6 and their families can explore science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics through exciting, interactive activities!

Hosted by Lansing Community College’s Arts and Sciences Division, STEAMfest will take place at the LCC Downtown Campus. Families can explore the Arts and Sciences Building and participate in 50+ hands-on activities, including:
*Slime-making
*Live animal encounters
*Planetarium shows
*Cardboard engineering
*M&M math
*Sculpture-making
*And much more!

LCC faculty and community partners will lead activities throughout the event. Participants will also receive a goodie bag, event passport, and map to help guide their STEAMfest adventure.

Location: LCC Downtown Campus – Arts and Sciences Building
419 N. Washington Sq., Lansing, MI 48933

Free Parking: Gannon Parking Ramp
600 N. Grand Ave., Lansing, MI 48917

This event is FREE and open to the public. Children of all ages are welcome, although activities are designed primarily for students in grades K–6.

Registration is encouraged! Register Now

Questions? Contact the LCC Arts and Sciences Division Office at 517-483-1010.

STEAMfest is hosted each year by LCC Arts and Sciences faculty, staff, and volunteers to inspire a love of STEAM-focused learning among Lansing-area youth.

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

We have another exciting week ahead at Holbrook — and first, we have to start with a HUGE thank-you to our amazing Comet community!

BEST DAY EVER VOLUNTEERS — FULL!
You did it! Every volunteer spot for Best Day Ever on Wednesday, October 7 has been filled!  We put out the call for help, and our Holbrook families SHOWED UP. Thank you so much to everyone who signed up to give their time and help make this incredible celebration possible for our students.

GET READY FOR THE BEST DAY EVER!
Our students worked so hard during our record-breaking fall fundraiser, and on Wednesday, October 7, it’s finally time to CELEBRATE!  We can’t wait for a school day packed with giant inflatables, fun, laughter, and some very happy Comets. It’s going to be a day to remember!

FUNDRAISER SURVEY — THERE’S STILL TIME!
Our fall fundraiser may be over, but we still want to hear what you thought! The Fall Fundraiser Feedback Survey will remain open through the end of October.  Loved this year’s fundraiser? Tell us! Would you rather see something different next year? Tell us that too!  We can’t make changes without hearing from our families. Your feedback will help PTO make decisions about what future fundraising at Holbrook looks like.

Complete the survey here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf3mXjsNXcWTnmLxzdWEhhH0jmxe7qKULOrE63aqF3SrgRr0A/viewform?usp=send_form 

POPCORN FRIDAYS
Popcorn Fridays are underway! If you haven’t purchased popcorn for your student yet, there’s still time to join in on this Holbrook favorite.

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

POPCORN VOLUNTEERS
Want to help keep those popcorn bags popping? We always appreciate our volunteers!

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

PTO MEETING UPDATE + SAVE THE DATE
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our October PTO meeting!  We’d also like to extend a special thank-you to Superintendent Bill Barnes and Deputy Superintendent Steven Gabriel for taking the time to join us! They shared information about the district’s plans for each school if the upcoming bond passes and answered questions from our families. We truly appreciate them spending the evening with our Holbrook community.

Our next PTO meeting will be:  Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 
6:00 PM - Holbrook Library

Holbrook PTO meetings are typically held on the first Thursday of each month, unless that date falls on a holiday or a day off from school.  Everyone is welcome! You don’t have to be a PTO member or commit to volunteering to attend. Come hear what’s happening, ask questions, share your ideas, and be part of the conversation.

From filling every single Best Day Ever volunteer spot to helping us have a record-breaking fundraiser, our Holbrook community continues to show up for our kids.  Thank you for helping us make great things happen for our Comets!

Daily Choice » Soft Pretzel with Yogurt & String Cheese
Mon., Oct 5 » Chicken Drumstick & Biscuit
Tue., Oct 6 » Pizza Bites Crunchers
Wed., Oct 7 » Grilled Cheese
Thu., Oct 8 » Waffles & Sausage
Fri., Oct 9 » NO SCHOOL

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.

SAVE THE DATE!  The Scholastic Book Fair will return to Holbrook in one month!  The Book Fair will be held the week of parent-teacher conferences (November 9 - 13).  Watch the newsletter in the coming weeks for additional details!

STAY CONNECTED WITH HOLBROOK PTO!
Follow the Holbrook Elementary School PTO Facebook page for event updates, volunteer opportunities, reminders, photos, and all things PTO!

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

Almcrantz
Arbour 
Barnhill
Houdek
Browning
Cano
Carver
Davis
Diaz
Diller - N/A
Fender
Ford
Griffin
Haney
Harvey
Herington
Kowalesky
Kruse
Long
Mena
Miller
O’Neill
Priese
Sherman
Stevens
Vanderlaan
Warren

*compiled by the PTO

October 2, 2026

I want to let you know that you may see "connection slips" come home with your student. These slips are for informative purposes only and indicate that your student spoke with one of the following staff members during the school day:

Principal, Ms. Farr
Dean of Students, Mrs. Huard
Resilience Lead, Mr. Mikey
Counselor, Mrs. Conner
Restorative Justice Facilitator, Ms. Tiffany

Our goal is to encourage families to check in with their student(s) regarding any conversations. Connection slips are not an indication of consequences or discipline. If there is an issue that requires parent/guardian involvement, we will follow up with a phone call or email.

Homecoming
This week we celebrated Homecoming at Holbrook. Holbrook students have enjoyed joining in the High School planned spirit days, ending with a celebration of "there's no place like home" in our GL gear! We look forward to a fantastic parade this evening followed by the football game tonight. Whether you are in the parade or watching, please stay safe. Students, stay with your adult and have a wonderful Homecoming night. Go Comets!

Kat Farr, Principal

STEAMfest 2026: A Free Day of Family Fun!
Looking for a fun, hands-on activity for the whole family? STEAMfest 2026 will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Lansing Community College’s Downtown Campus. Children in grades K–6 and their families can explore science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics through exciting, interactive activities!

Hosted by Lansing Community College’s Arts and Sciences Division, STEAMfest will take place at the LCC Downtown Campus. Families can explore the Arts and Sciences Building and participate in 50+ hands-on activities, including:
*Slime-making
*Live animal encounters
*Planetarium shows
*Cardboard engineering
*M&M math
*Sculpture-making
*And much more!

LCC faculty and community partners will lead activities throughout the event. Participants will also receive a goodie bag, event passport, and map to help guide their STEAMfest adventure.

Location: LCC Downtown Campus – Arts and Sciences Building
419 N. Washington Sq., Lansing, MI 48933

Free Parking: Gannon Parking Ramp
600 N. Grand Ave., Lansing, MI 48917

This event is FREE and open to the public. Children of all ages are welcome, although activities are designed primarily for students in grades K–6.

Registration is encouraged! Register Now

Questions? Contact the LCC Arts and Sciences Division Office at 517-483-1010.

STEAMfest is hosted each year by LCC Arts and Sciences faculty, staff, and volunteers to inspire a love of STEAM-focused learning among Lansing-area youth.

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

We have another exciting week ahead at Holbrook — and first, we have to start with a HUGE thank-you to our amazing Comet community!

BEST DAY EVER VOLUNTEERS — FULL!
You did it! Every volunteer spot for Best Day Ever on Wednesday, October 7 has been filled!  We put out the call for help, and our Holbrook families SHOWED UP. Thank you so much to everyone who signed up to give their time and help make this incredible celebration possible for our students.

GET READY FOR THE BEST DAY EVER!
Our students worked so hard during our record-breaking fall fundraiser, and on Wednesday, October 7, it’s finally time to CELEBRATE!  We can’t wait for a school day packed with giant inflatables, fun, laughter, and some very happy Comets. It’s going to be a day to remember!

FUNDRAISER SURVEY — THERE’S STILL TIME!
Our fall fundraiser may be over, but we still want to hear what you thought! The Fall Fundraiser Feedback Survey will remain open through the end of October.  Loved this year’s fundraiser? Tell us! Would you rather see something different next year? Tell us that too!  We can’t make changes without hearing from our families. Your feedback will help PTO make decisions about what future fundraising at Holbrook looks like.

Complete the survey here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf3mXjsNXcWTnmLxzdWEhhH0jmxe7qKULOrE63aqF3SrgRr0A/viewform?usp=send_form 

POPCORN FRIDAYS
Popcorn Fridays are underway! If you haven’t purchased popcorn for your student yet, there’s still time to join in on this Holbrook favorite.

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

POPCORN VOLUNTEERS
Want to help keep those popcorn bags popping? We always appreciate our volunteers!

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

PTO MEETING UPDATE + SAVE THE DATE
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our October PTO meeting!  We’d also like to extend a special thank-you to Superintendent Bill Barnes and Deputy Superintendent Steven Gabriel for taking the time to join us! They shared information about the district’s plans for each school if the upcoming bond passes and answered questions from our families. We truly appreciate them spending the evening with our Holbrook community.

Our next PTO meeting will be:  Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 
6:00 PM - Holbrook Library

Holbrook PTO meetings are typically held on the first Thursday of each month, unless that date falls on a holiday or a day off from school.  Everyone is welcome! You don’t have to be a PTO member or commit to volunteering to attend. Come hear what’s happening, ask questions, share your ideas, and be part of the conversation.

From filling every single Best Day Ever volunteer spot to helping us have a record-breaking fundraiser, our Holbrook community continues to show up for our kids.  Thank you for helping us make great things happen for our Comets!

Daily Choice » Soft Pretzel with Yogurt & String Cheese
Mon., Oct 5 » Chicken Drumstick & Biscuit
Tue., Oct 6 » Pizza Bites Crunchers
Wed., Oct 7 » Grilled Cheese
Thu., Oct 8 » Waffles & Sausage
Fri., Oct 9 » NO SCHOOL

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.

SAVE THE DATE!  The Scholastic Book Fair will return to Holbrook in one month!  The Book Fair will be held the week of parent-teacher conferences (November 9 - 13).  Watch the newsletter in the coming weeks for additional details!

STAY CONNECTED WITH HOLBROOK PTO!
Follow the Holbrook Elementary School PTO Facebook page for event updates, volunteer opportunities, reminders, photos, and all things PTO!

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

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

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.