Lakeshore Waves Newsletter
October 16, 2026
Lakeshore Happenings
October was a busy month at Lakeshore, and we have lots to celebrate! First, thank you to all the families who took the time to join us for parent-teacher conferences. We value the opportunity to connect with you and work together to support your child’s growth and success. If you weren’t able to attend, please reach out to your child’s teacher to find a time to connect.
A special thank-you to our amazing PTO for putting on such a great Fall Fest this past week! It was so much fun seeing all the kids dressed up and families enjoying the games, food trucks, and trunk-or-treating. We appreciate all the time and effort our PTO and volunteers put into making this such a fun event for our Lakeshore community!
Finally, we hosted an Outdoor Education Open House at Lakeshore this past Thursday. We’re excited to continue growing our outdoor education focus and sharing the opportunities it provides for our students. If you know a family interested in learning more about our Outdoor Kindergarten program or Lakeshore’s outdoor education focus, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’d love to share more about what makes our school special!
Thank you for being such an important part of our Lakeshore community. We’re grateful for your continued support!
Please check your spam folder in your email
We have had a number of parents report that they have not been getting emails from their child's teacher or other Lakeshore communication. Upon further investigation, they have found that teacher/school emails have been going to their spam folder. Please double check your spam folders from time to time to make sure you are not missing any important school communication. Thank you!
Olina Morales, Ben Tenckinck, Otto Gabriele, Josie Belvitch, Mila Affatato, Brayden Koning,
Grayson VanderVinne, Jordy Bradford, Bethany Duong, Cylia Christofferson, Brielle Billings,
Jeremiah Gentry, Sergio Villarreal Seraphim, Lily Holesinger
We are loving this beautiful weather in discovery!
We wrapped up our water unit with lessons about water moving through leaves, the science behind a splash, and creating water filters.
We have begun our second unit about protecting the environment! Kindergarten and first grade students completed a relay race where they learned which actions make the earth happy and which ones make the earth sad. They also learned about small actions they can do to help, including turning off the water, lights, and TV when they are done using them.
Second and third graders have been learning about their carbon footprints. They learned what leaves behind a heavy carbon footprint and what activities produce a lighter footprint. We headed outside to draw these actions with sidewalk chalk!
Fourth and fifth grade students began the unit by learning about renewable and nonrenewable sources of energy. We completed a simulation to show how nonrenewable resources, such as coal, will run out over time while renewable resources, such as sunlight, will not. Students did a fantastic job with this activity!
Please make sure to know your student's discovery day. Close toed footwear is important, as we often walk the trails and go into the wood lots. Enjoy these photos of our first week!
Hearing & Vision Screenings
Wednesday & Thursday, November 11-12
A child's ability to see and hear are vital to learning. Screenings are an important tool to obtain information about hearing and vision loss and can contribute to a child's overall health and well-being. The Ottawa County Department of Public Health (OCDPH) Hearing and Vision Team screens children according to the Michigan Public Health Code and Revised School Code. The Hearing and Vision Screening takes place for the following grades during the school day.
Hearing - Nov. 11
Grades: K, 2, and 4
Vision - Nov. 12
Grades: 1, 3, 5, and 7
Preschool will not participate in the screening process at this time, but may have a date TBD in the spring.
Opting Out of Hearing & Vision Screening
If you do NOT wish to have your child screened through this process or believe it is unnecessary because your child is currently under the care of a medical professional for hearing or vision issues, please email the office at dureyt@westottawa.net with student's name and grade.
Results
Parents will only be contacted in the event there is an issue with your child's hearing or vision. You will receive a note in your child's folder and a letter by mail with more information and action steps.
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Hello West Ottawa Families!
Looking for a fun, affordable way to get your child involved in soccer? We've got the perfect opportunity for you!
Michigan Futbol Academy is excited to bring MLS GO, Major League Soccer's recreational youth soccer program, to the Holland community!
Whether your child is stepping onto the field for the very first time or already loves the game, MLS GO provides a welcoming, positive environment where players of all experience levels can learn, grow, and have fun!
We're excited to offer $25 OFF MLS GO registration for all West Ottawa students!
Simply use promo code PANTHERS at checkout to receive your $25 discount!
Don't wait! Registration for our upcoming winter 1 session closes November 1
WHY MLS GO?
We believe every child deserves the opportunity to experience the game of soccer. That's why MLS GO is designed to make soccer accessible, affordable, and enjoyable for families!
Here's what makes MLS GO a great fit:
Affordable Recreational Soccer: A cost-friendly alternative to competitive travel soccer, without sacrificing a quality soccer experience.
All Skill Levels Welcome: No previous soccer experience necessary! Whether your child is a beginner or has played before, there's a place for them.
Skill Development: Players build fundamental soccer skills through age-appropriate training, games, and activities.
Confidence & Friendships: Soccer is about more than what happens on the field! Players develop teamwork, confidence, and friendships along the way.
Fun, Positive Environment: Our goal is simple: help kids stay active, enjoy the game, and build a lifelong love for soccer!
MLS GO IN HOLLAND!
Ages: U7–U14
Location: MSA Lakeshore | Holland, MI
With seasonal programming throughout the year, MLS GO gives families opportunities to get involved and keep their players active!
YOUR PLAYER'S SOCCER JOURNEY STARTS HERE!
You don't need years of experience or a competitive soccer background to be part of MLS GO. All you need is a player who's ready to learn, have fun, and give soccer a try!
We would love to welcome more West Ottawa families to the field!
For a complete overview of our MLS GO programming, please see the flyer attached to this email. The flyer includes a breakdown of our seasonal offerings, age groups, and program locations to help you find the best fit for your player.
Families can also visit our website to learn more about MLS GO, explore upcoming sessions, view additional program details, and register!
REMINDER: Use code PANTHERS for $25 OFF your registration!
CLICK HERE TO VIEW PROGRAM DETAILS & REGISTER!
We can't wait to see you on the field!
Michigan Futbol Academy
Creating the Best Experience in Youth Sports.
