Welcome to Holland Heights
At Holland Heights, our behavior expectations are described in the matrix P-O-W-E-R. Our staff has been teaching what POWER stands for so that every student can memorize, recite, and demonstrate positive behavior.
Here’s what POWER stands for:
P-Pride | We care about self, others, work
O-Own Your Actions | We are responsible and honest
W- Wise Choices | We think before acting
E- Engaged | We are focused and involved in learning
R-Respect | Be Nice
We believe it is important for each parent to be aware of these expectations so you can support our efforts at home.
-Kevin Derr
Principal
What's Happening at Heights:
Fall Parent/Teacher Conferences
Parent/Teacher Conferences are a great way to engage with your student's teacher!
Grades PreK-5 Conference Schedule | Please contact your teacher to set an appointment for conferences.
- Wednesday, October 22 | 4:15 - 7:15pm
- Thursday, October 23 | 12:30 - 3:30pm
Grades 6-12 Schedule | Conferences at HMS and HHS are un-scheduled/walk-in.
- Tuesday, October 21 | 3:30-6:30pm
Meet our Student Resource Officers!
Take a look at the Holland Dept of Public Safety School Resource Officers (SRO) and Community Policing Officers who are assigned to our schools.
- Ofc. Nicole Hamberg - Holland High
- Ofc. Nic Wedeven – Holland Middle
- Ofc. Spencer DeGraaf – Heights
- Ofc. Padron-Hernandez – West and HLA
- Ofc. Rod Mendoza - Jefferson
Firearm Safety and Harm Prevention
Legal ownership of firearms comes with important safety responsibilities to prevent accidental firearm injuries and deaths, thefts, and suicide, including among children.
- Under House Bill 5451, beginning October 1, 2025, Michigan law will require school districts to distribute a safe storage informational notice—developed by the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)—to the parent or legal guardian of each student each October.
HPSPodcast 6.9
HPS is celebrating National School Lunch Week. This week, we talk with the Director of HPS Nutritional Services, Aretha Banks.
Nurse Notes - October
Halloween Safety - Kids love the magic of Halloween, but costume and traffic safety are essential for trick-or-treaters. Here are some tips to keep everyone safe.
Taste the World | National School Lunch Week
Holland Public Schools Nutrition Department will be taking our students on a trip around the Globe to celebrate National School Lunch Week. Please join us a we celebrate these different cuisine styles from around the world.

Whats' Cooking - October
HPS Nutritional Services Monthly Newsletter
Holland Public Schools has been awarded both the 10 Cents a Meal Grant and the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Grant for the 2025–2026 school year. While these two programs are separate, we’ll be combining our efforts to ensure our students enjoy locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the school year.
Homecoming 2025 - Holland Heights
Homecoming week is full of fun events for all HPS Students, Families, and Alumni!
- Powder Puff & Alumni Football Game | Sunday, October 5, 5pm
- Homecoming Parade | Friday, October 10, 6pm
- Homecoming Game | Friday, October 10, 7pm
- HOCO Fun Run | Saturday, October 11, 9am
- HOCO Dance | Saturday, October 11, 8-11pm
HPSPodcast 6.6
This week we talk with HLA Principal Iliana Vasquez about 2nd Annual Gentex STEM Night and first ever Paper Airplane Contest! It happens Thursday, 5-7pm at the HHS Commons.
Districtwide Outdoor Movie Night
HHS Student Senate is hosting a movie night featuring Cars 2.
- Friday, September 19, 8pm at HHS Soccer Field
- All grades/ages are welcome
- Bring a lawn chair or blanket
- Snacks for purchase
Districtwide STEM Night & Paper Airplane Flying Contest

Gentex is sponsoring the 2nd Annual Districtwide STEM Night on Thursday, September 25, 5-7pm in the HHS Commons
- Chemistry Experiments
- Robotics Demonstration
- LEGOs
- Virtual Reality Games
- Community Partners
- and more!
Whose paper plane can fly the furthest? Fold and fly your plane in the Paper Airplane contest to see if it's you!
Talk to your STEM teacher to learn more!
2025 School Nurse Fun Run
Holland Hospital invites all students, families, friends and faculty to join us for the annual School Nurse Fun Run on Thursday, September 11 at Holland High School.
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Upcoming Events
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Districtwide Trunk-or-Treat hosted by HHS Student Senate 5:00 PM to 6:30 PMDistrictwide Trunk-or-Treat hosted by HHS Student SenateDate: Oct 26Time: 5:00 PM to 6:30 PMLocation: Holland High School 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, United StatesCalendar: Holland HeightsFree entry! Free Candy! Wear your constume and come for the fun!
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Fall Reading Night 5:30 PM to 7:00 PMFall Reading NightDate: Oct 28Time: 5:30 PM to 7:00 PMLocation: LongfellowCalendar: Holland HeightsA night for home-school collaboration to build literacy skills. Free pizza, free book, and free candy! Costumes are optional.
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THRIVE TOGETHER: Family Mental Health Night 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMTHRIVE TOGETHER: Family Mental Health NightDate: Nov 6Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMLocation: Holland Middle School 373 E 24th St, Holland, MI 49423, United StatesCalendar: Holland HeightsJoin BeNice and other area organizations as we give students and families tools for improving Mental Health, dealing with stress, and coping strategies. Plus fun, games, crafts, and FREE Pizza.
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26 Novemberthru November 30
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HOLIDAY BREAKDate: Nov 26 - Nov 30Calendar: Holland Heights
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19 December
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HALF DAY - ALL StUDENTSDate: Dec 19Calendar: Holland Heights
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20 Decemberthru January 4
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HOLIDAY BREAK 9:00 AM to 10:00 AMHOLIDAY BREAKDate: Dec 20 - Jan 4Time: 9:00 AM to 10:00 AMCalendar: Holland Heights
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19 January
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MLK DAY - No SchoolDate: Jan 19Calendar: Holland Heights
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17 February
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PreK-5 ConferencesDate: Feb 17Calendar: Holland Heights
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27 Februarythru March 2
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MID-WINTER BREAKDate: Feb 27 - Mar 2Calendar: Holland Heights
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3 Aprilthru April 12
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SPRING BREAKDate: Apr 3 - Apr 12Calendar: Holland Heights
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24 April
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NO SCHOOL - ALL STUDENTS Scheduled: Mar 24, 2026Date: Apr 24Calendar: Holland Heights
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7 May
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HALF DAY - ALL STUDENTS / KINDERPARADEDate: May 7Calendar: Holland Heights
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25 May
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HOLIDAY BREAKDate: May 25Calendar: Holland Heights
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2 June
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HALF DAY - ALL STUDENTSDate: Jun 2Calendar: Holland Heights
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3 June
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HALF DAY/LAST DAY OF SCHOOL - ALL STUDENTSDate: Jun 3Calendar: Holland Heights
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During Construction (thru summer 2026), Holland Heights Elementary will be located at Longfellow School
45 E 25th, Holland, MI 49423
Phone: 616-494-2750
Fax: 616-393-7566
Staff & Teachers
School Times:
- Full Day | 8:15am* - 3:21pm
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
- Half Day | 8:15* - 11:20am
*Please do not arrive at school earlier than 7:45am
Heights Office Hours:
- 8am- 4:15pm | M-F (August-June)
Holland Heights Media Center
Behavior or Academic Concerns
Our goal at Holland Heights is for all students to receive the behavior and academic interventions they need to be successful! If you have a behavior or academic concern for your child that needs the attention of a multidisciplinary problem-solving team, please complete the Holland Heights Behavior/Academic Work Order and someone will be in touch with you.
Volunteer at Heights:
We love when parents or guardians get involved. Make sure to fill out the district volunteer form (once each school year) and return it to the office.


