Welcome to Holland Public Schools

This week we talk with our Community Coordinators Alex Crisp (Holland Heights & HMS), Grace Stupka (West & Jefferson), and Kate Leighton-Colburn (HLA and HHS) about the Registration Block Party and Ice Cream Social on Wednesday, April 29, 5:30-7pm at Holland Middle School.

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Congratulations to our 2026 District Art Award Winners:

• Cassidy Russell, Grade 12
• Jordan Garcia, Grade 11 
• Von Bunnell II, Grade 9
• Jose Mendez Pimentel Jr, Grade 8
• Hendrick Hoekman, Grade 7
• Charlotte Buck, Grade 6
• Gennesis Ramirez-Ramirez, Holland Heights 5
• Tamari Jeanne, West 3
• Noah Fortuna, Jefferson 3
• Cecelia Ferreira, HLA 4

The award-winning artwork will hang in the Board Training Room at the District Admin Building for next year.

Congratulations to these HMS Students who will advance to the Finals of the National History Day competition in College Park, MD in early June.

• Hadley Nelson - The Guerrilla Girls: Instigating Revolution, Reaction and Reform in Art History
• Eliana Carter & Leah Peck - Seneca Falls and the Fight for Rights
• Dannon Spencer - The Berlin Wall: How a Concrete Barrier Exposed the Economic and Social Costs of Division

The students competed in the Michigan National History Day competition at SVSU on April 25.

Congratulations to the Holland High School Forensics Team for their outstanding performances this weekend at the State Forensics Festival.

• Chaza Ben brought home a 5th place trophy in Extemporaneous speaking
• Annie Lou Howell | Poetry semi-finalist)
• Leila Sundararajan | POI- Program in Oral Interpretation semi-finalist
• Eva Schipper | Oratory 9/10 semi-finalist

Also represening HHS were Jaslyn Campos, who qualified in Broadcasting, and Kimia McMullen who qualified in Storytelling.  

These students are some of the most talented public speakers in the state of Michigan. 

As we prepare for the start of the next school year, it's time to register your student for 2026-27. This is something we ask ALL current HPS families to do EVERY year. Completing the registration lets us know:

• Your student(s) will be returning next year!
• Your household contact information is up to date
• Your student health information is up to date
• if you are requesting transportation for the 2026-2027 school year (Deadline to request bussing is August 1.)

Without this information, your student can not be added to a class list for next year OR have a class schedule created for them.

Congratulations to the members of the 7th and 8th Grade Choirs on participating in MSVMA Solo and Ensemble Contest on Saturday, April 25. There were a record number of performers this year: 35 total!  There were 12 vocal soloists and two large ensembles earning a total of ten Division 1 Superior ratings and two Division 2 Excellent ratings!

Holland Police Department is hosting a Junior Police Academy for 7th and 8th grade students.

• July 13-30
• Monday through Thursday
• 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• The Academy is offered at no cost to students or their families.
• Apply Today

Contact Student Resource Officers Nicole Hamberg at 616-355-1703 OR Nic Wedeven at 616-355-1725 with any questions.  

Get the Scoop on the 2026-27 School Year

Wednesday, April 29, 5:30-7pm at Holland Middle School

• Ice Cream Sundaes!
• Get assistance with Student Registration or Enrollment
• Fun Family Activities!
• Community Partners & Local Agencies

Holland voters will see a Sinking Fund Proposal on the May 5 ballot. In addition to supporting ongoing facility repairs and improvements, the updated language in the proposal would allow the district to use these funds for transportation and maintenance vehicles. Proposal Highlights:

• No increase in the current millage rate (1.25) over the next 10 years
• Estimated revenue is approximately $2,540,000
• Expanded language will allow funding for transportation and maintenance of vehicles
• Helps maintain and protect voter-approved bond investments
• Reduces strain on the general operating budget

23 students from Holland Middle School will compete in the National History Day State Competition at Saginaw Valley State University on Saturday, April 25. Good Luck and GoDUTCH!

The HPS Art Department is proud to show the incredible works of art created by students from all HPS buildings. 

• April 30-May15 in the Art Gallery at Holland High School

An Opening Night reception will be held on April 30, 4:30-6pm in the Art Gallery at Holland High School.

It's Allergy Season

Michigan’s spring allergy season typically runs from late March to June. The culprit is tree pollen, especially oak, birch and maple. The peak times are April through May.  Windy days increase pollen. Rainy days decrease pollen but may increase mold levels. Symptoms can include sneezing, congestion, postnasal drip, itchy/sore throat, red/watery eyes. 

Management tips:

• Check counts: Monitor daily pollen counts and stay indoors when pollen counts are high and when there are windy days. 
• Reduce Exposure: Keep windows closed, Shower after coming indoors and wash clothes promptly
• Treatment: Consult your doctor. Options may include over-the-counter antihistamines and/or allergy-rated air filters.