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CAMPUS-WIDE ANNOUNCEMENTS

• 2026-2027 SPEECH AND DEBATE CLUB: A new ZHS Speech and Debate Club is starting up next fall!  Students from both West and East are encouraged to consider this unique opportunity to develop public speaking skills and debate real-world issues through genuine conversations with classmates!  There will be an informational meeting during advisory this Friday, May 29th, in Mrs.Mielke's room (E105) at West.  Anyone who is interested should join the google classroom: 3hzefmh7 and then you will be signed out from advisory to attend and get more info.

• YEARBOOK: If you orded a yearbook but were absent Friday when they were distributed, please see your advisory teacher to pick up your yearbook. If you didn't order one there are extras available for purchase from the main office of your school or from Mr. Costello in room B111 at West. They are $75 cash or check (made out to ZHS Yearbooks). 

• PICKELBALL: Zeeland Pickleball Club - An after school recreational club activity for ZE and ZW boys and girls (and possibly staff too) who are interested in learning the game, growing their skills, hanging out with friends and even playing some friendly competitions. The club will meet one to two days per week after school at Helder Park from 3:00 - 4:45 to play. It is recommended that you have your own pickleball paddle but if you don't we can help you find one to borrow. Students interested in being a part of this organized club should complete this short survey to express their interest and get on the email list. 

• DEWITT AUDITORIUM TECH WORKERS NEEDED - Do you love theatre, music, or live events? DeWitt Auditorium is looking for hardworking, reliable students to join our crew! Learn hands-on skills in lighting, sound, stage management, and more. Be part of  shows, concerts, and events that happen on our stage. No experience needed. We will train you. Money! (who doesn't love that?). Pay range starts at approximately 12-13$/hr (hours vary by season, workers receive up to 100-200 hours per year. pending on availability). Apply now to be part of the team that makes the magic happen behind the scenes. Please see William Chiodo after school right next to Room 303 (the scene shop) for details! Application :https://forms.gle/ZLYZzxUkFytzdY2Z6 

• PARKING: Attention all students who drive to school: If you park in a handicapped spot you will be issued a ticket by Officer DeJong. You will also lose all parking privileges for the remainder of the school year. If you park in a guest spot your parking privileges will be revoked for the remainder of the school year. Please only park in student parking.

• SCHOOL CALENDARS: We have listed  important calendars for you to review: 2025-26  District Calendar // 2025-26 ZE/ZW Campus Calendar & Daily Schedules  // HS Campus Event Google Calendar // 2025-26 Career Tech Center Calendar // 25-26 ZPS Career Tech Center Calendar & Daily Schedule 

• REPORTING SYSTEM: Both Zeeland East and Zeeland West have created an email account to report any incident involving hate speech, racism, bullying, or other types of derogatory language. If you hear or experience something that falls under this category, please report the incident by email to hsreport@zps.org. Administrators will follow up within 48 hours. 

• CHROMEBOOK INSURANCE INFO:  The ZPS Device Insurance Program deadline to sign up is October 31st.  Please click on the information flyer to get started on the link provided.  The cost is $35/device or $90/family cap with 3 or more devices insured. Here is the link to the insurance brochure. Go to https://payments.efundsforschools.com/v3/districts/56575/students/associate to register.

• APPOINTMENTS:  Students leaving during the school day for an appointment must check their email for a pass from the Attendance office.  All passes are sent by email after receiving a call to the attendance line from a parent.  Please watch your email for a pass if you know you will be leaving during the day.

• PARKING PASSES: All cars parked in the East and West parking lots must have a visible parking pass.  Permit applications are available in both the offices.  Reminder:  No driving your car with your parking pass between schools between hours.  Cars are to stay parked in one parking lot. 

• ZE/ZW CAMPUS INFORMATION SHEET - A great reference for all things Zeeland East and Zeeland West!

• DIGITAL TICKETS FOR ATHLETIC EVENTS 

Student Pass* (K-12) - $25 / Adult Pass - $75 / Family Pass - $175 

*You will need a ZPS student number to purchase a student pass. 

Zeeland East Ticket/Passes Link
Zeeland West Ticket/Passes Link
GoFan Frequently Asked Questions

West Athletic Live Stream Access

East Athletic Live Stream Access

Zeeland East and West passes are accepted at all regular season home contests at Cityside, Creekside, Zeeland East, and Zeeland West. 

NOTES FROM THE COUNSELING OFFICE

• ​Summer school information is now available for students who have failed (or may fail this semester) classes that are required for graduation. For more information please visit this link. The deadline to sign up is Monday, June 15 at 2:00 p.m.

• Juniors: The counseling offices will be conducting a year-end meeting with all juniors during Advisory on Wednesday, 5/27. We will be covering important topics as you prepare for summer and plan for next school year. Your teacher will dismiss you to the meeting after taking attendance and collecting phones.  

• 9th-11th Graders: SAT and PSAT scores are now available through student College Board accounts. Please read through the newsletter information for each grade linked here for more details: 9th, 10th, 11th. 

• Students interested in a career in athletic training are invited to attend a workshop held at GVSU on June 12. More information and a link to register are available HERE. 

• CTC Students: HERE is the ZPS CTC Calendar for the 25-26 school year.  

• Feel free to follow the "Zeeland High School Counseling Office" on Facebook to stay up-to-date with important information, reminders, and deadlines. 

CAMPUS WELLNESS:

Prevention resources:

• If you are not in school and you have an emergency situation and you are concerned about someone's health or safety please call 911. 

• Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 or Text "STEVE" to 741741 to access a Culturally Trained Crisis Text Line counselor. 

• Suicide Prevention Online Chat - https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

• Suicide Prevention Lifeline - Call 1-800-273-8255 

• Visit CrisisChat.org 

• Trevor Lifeline - Call 1-866-488-7386

• OK2SAY-Anyone can report tips on criminal activities or potential harm directed at students, school employees, or schools. Tips can be submitted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Click HERE to submit a tip or text your tip to 652729.