Early College
Program Description
Partnered with Davenport University to provide students a pathway to earn an Associate’s Degree, with college classes starting in 9th grade. Located at Holland High School, as a “school within a school,” where students benefit from both a small learning community and access to robust athletic and extracurricular programs.
Holland Early College students…
- build a permanent college transcript, transferable to 4-year universities;
- earn up to 60 college credits, by the end of their 13th year (in addition to their Holland High School diploma);
- take their first college class in 9th grade, another in 10th, and commit fully to the program in 11th grade;
- gain confidence, set academic and career goals, and experience remarkable success;
- can access HPS transportation to the Davenport University Holland campus;
- show increased college persistence and are more likely to complete college courses and degrees, than non-early college peers;
- save money! College costs including registration, fees, textbooks, and materials needed to complete the courses of study are covered by HPS.
Holland Early College students are supported by…
- engaging, relevant, and rigorous project-based learning;
- technology that supports innovation, collaboration, and self-directed learning;
- an empowering campus culture that builds trust, respect, self-management, and motivation;
- comprehensive student supports embedded into their experience at Holland Early College;
- support from their peers, families, college, and community.
Holland Early College graduates have said...
“I honestly have no idea what I would've done without this program. It's helped me discover myself and learn who I am as a person. I've learned responsibility, respect, and how motivation can really push you to do the best you can. I've learned that time management is everything, as well as the support of the people who care about you. I thank the people who were able to make my college education possible. Because of them, I know who I am, what I want to do with my life, and the kind of person I want to be in the future.”
“I'd like to express my gratitude to the Early College program for providing me with this education. It was a stressful few years but now I realize how much money I saved and how many credits I've earned. It was a unique experience and I hope other kids can take advantage of this opportunity.”
HHS / HEC / HVRT News
Two HHS Artists Recognized at 2024 HAAC "Debut" Exhibit
Debut Regional Juried High School Art Competition at the Holland Area Arts Council.
- Miranda Lemus - All Eyes on You | Art Excellence Award - 2nd Place
- Harper Schoon-Tanis - Giraffes Wear Suits | Dennis Foley Award
The Exhibit features works from students from around the area. April 12 -May 25 (Admission is free of charge.)
Softball Under the Lights
Holland Softball takes on Saugatuck under the lights at Matt Urban Field - Friday, May 3 at 6pm
- Admission is FREE | Bring a donation for the Power H Shop!
2024 District Art Awards
Congratulations to the following artists for receiving the 2024 District Art Award:
- Kat Mai Duch (4/WST) - Silhouette painting
- June Nelson (4/HLA) - Self Portrait with Flowers
- Chloe Gale (5/JEF) - Mysterious Eye Collage
- Elliot Perkins (5/HTS) - Self portrait
- Sam Bordenkircher (6/HMS) - Parrot Crayon Etching
- Alejandra Rojas Vasquez (7/HMS) - Prisma Colored Pencil Burger
- Annie Lou Howell (8/HMS) -
- Delaney Wilson (9/HHS) - 2- Point Perspective
- Harper Schoon-Tanis (9/HHS) - Linoleum Print
- Hadleigh Hilgert (11/HHS) - Digital Art Piece
The artists' work will be displayed for the next year in the Board Training Room in the District Administartion Building.
HPSPodcast 4.29
Holland High Theatre is set to open their latest production April 25-28 at the HHS Performing Arts Center. This week, we talk with cast members of Hello, Dolly!
- Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 7pm
- Saturday and Sunday at 2pm
Quiz Bow - DNA Wraps up Season
The Dutch Nerd Army concluded their season at the Class A State Tournament in Ann Arbor Saturday. The team was composed of juniors Adam Alderson, Alan Juarez, Eleanor McMullen, and Ben Rund-Scott, sophomores Landen Butch and Wilson Lin, and freshman Harper Schoon-Tanis.
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Upcoming Events
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27 April
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Hello, Dolly! 7:00 PM to 9:00 PMHello, Dolly!Date: Apr 27Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PMCalendar: Holland High CalendarHolland Theatre Presents Hello, Dolly!
The blockbuster Broadway hit bursts with humor, romance, high-energy dancing and some of the greatest songs in musical theatre history.
April 25-28 (Thur-Sat 7pm \ Sat & Sun 2pm) at the Holland High School Performing Arts Center
All Tickets $15
HELLO, DOLLY! is presented by arrangement wtih TAMS-WHITMARK, a Concord Theatricals Company www.concordiatheatricals.com
Book by Michael Stewart
Music and Lyrics by Jerry Herman
Based on the play The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder
Original Production Directed and Choreographed by Gower Champion
Produced for the Broadway Stage by David Merrick and Champion Five, Inc.
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28 April
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Hello, Dolly! 2:00 PM to 4:00 PMHello, Dolly!Date: Apr 28Time: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PMCalendar: Holland High CalendarHolland Theatre Presents Hello, Dolly!
The blockbuster Broadway hit bursts with humor, romance, high-energy dancing and some of the greatest songs in musical theatre history.
April 25-28 (Thur-Sat 7pm \ Sat & Sun 2pm) at the Holland High School Performing Arts Center
All Tickets $15
HELLO, DOLLY! is presented by arrangement wtih TAMS-WHITMARK, a Concord Theatricals Company www.concordiatheatricals.com
Book by Michael Stewart
Music and Lyrics by Jerry Herman
Based on the play The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder
Original Production Directed and Choreographed by Gower Champion
Produced for the Broadway Stage by David Merrick and Champion Five, Inc.
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30 April
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Registration Block Party! 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMRegistration Block Party!Date: Apr 30Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMLocation: Holland Middle School, 373 E 24th St, Holland, MI 49423, USACalendar: Holland High CalendarSummer Exploration Camps, clubs, pool, art, music, etc.
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1 May
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Early Release Wednesday 7:45 AM to 1:55 PMEarly Release WednesdayDate: May 1Time: 7:45 AM to 1:55 PMCalendar: Holland High Calendar
Dismissal at 1:55pm
Students will be released from school 60 minutes early in order to allow teachers a better opportunity for collaborative professional development.
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6 May
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National Honor Society Induction Ceremony 7:00 PM to 8:00 PMNational Honor Society Induction CeremonyDate: May 6Time: 7:00 PM to 8:00 PMLocation: Holland High School, 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USACalendar: Holland High CalendarPerforming Arts Center
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8 May
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Early Release Wednesday 7:45 AM to 1:55 PMEarly Release WednesdayDate: May 8Time: 7:45 AM to 1:55 PMCalendar: Holland High Calendar
Dismissal at 1:55pm
Students will be released from school 60 minutes early in order to allow teachers a better opportunity for collaborative professional development.
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9 May
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Tulip Time | HALF DAY - ALL Students 7:45 AM to 10:50 AMTulip Time | HALF DAY - ALL StudentsDate: May 9Time: 7:45 AM to 10:50 AMCalendar: Holland High CalendarK-5 | 8:30a- 11:35a
6-8 | 7:30a-10:35a
9-12 | 7:45a-10:50a
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Holland Early College
600 VanRaalte Avenue
Holland, MI 49423
Phone: 616-494-2200
Fax: 616-393-7534
School Times:
- Full Day | 7:45am-2:55pm
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 1:55pm
- Half Day | 7:45-10:50am
Office Hours:
- 7:10am- 3:15pm | M-F (August-June)
HHS Media Center
Schedule
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Daily Schedule
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Weekly Schedule (updated 8/23)
Student Handbook
Signing In & Signing Out
If a student needs to leave school for an appointment, please use the following procedure:
Parents/Guardians must call the 24-hour attendance line 494-2200 the night before or prior to the start of the school day, or send a note with your student to be turned into the office.
Students are reminded to stop in the Attendance Office in the morning, during lunch, or prior to class, they need to leave to obtain a RED pass giving them permission to leave class.
The student must sign out with the Attendance Secretary before leaving and upon returning to school. A pass will be given to allow the student back into class.
Anyone leaving without signing out is automatically UNEXCUSED.
Following the above procedures will alleviate waiting long periods of time in the office while staff searches for a student who is in gym class or not in their assigned classrooms. Some have missed their appointments due to this issue.
Student Parrking Permits
The parking lot is the property of Holland Public Schools and parking in this lot is a privilege. In accordance with school policy and state mandates, school personnel may search cars.
Students who find it necessary to drive to school MUST park in the assigned student parking lot. Staff parking lots are prohibited from 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. All students must have their cars registered. Forms are available in the HHS office. There is a $20.00 fee for parking permits.
Students are not permitted to sit in cars or loiter in the parking lots during the school day or during any school-sponsored events. Students may lose parking privileges for doing so.
Any student driver who drives in an unsafe and reckless manner, or violates vehicle nuisance statutes, is subject to legal penalties that may include penalty points on the students' driving record. Furthermore, the student is subject to loss of driving/parking privileges on school property and may be suspended from school.
Students are totally responsible for their car no matter who they may loan it to and other situations that may occur.
Parking Violations
Holland High School has purchased a device called "the boot" which can be placed on the wheel of an improperly parked or non-registered car making it impossible to drive away without its removal.
Parking in staff parking lots, the front drop-off and parking area, on the grass, in restricted places such as fire lanes, or in unmarked places at the end of rows are causes for having "the boot" placed on your vehicle. In addition, unregistered vehicles and vehicles not displaying their parking tags are subject to getting "the boot."
There is a $10.00 fine for the first violation for vehicles that are registered. Non-registered vehicles will be charged $30 for parking violations. Penalties increase for subsequent violations.
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