Welcome
Welcome to the Teaching and Learning web site. This office is staffed by the Assistant Superintendent of Learning, Dave Harwell, and his assistant, Barb Terpstra. Whether you are a parent or a staff member, we hope that you will find the information you need here.
If you can't find what you're looking for, please give us a call at (616) 494-2040.
It is a pleasure to invite you to learn more about our cutting-edge, high-energy school district. Holland Public Schools is home to committed and conscientious professionals who continually seek out ways to improve student performance and build positive relationships.
The Holland Public Schools provide a full-range of traditional and non-traditional educational programs and co-curricular activities. These include elementary and secondary curriculum offerings at the general and college preparatory levels and special education programs.
We are committed to our District slogan —“Belong… Achieve… Grow…”
Our Students
Holland Public Schools is focused on student achievement. To ensure maximum student achievement for all students at all grade levels, we offer an articulated, standards-based curriculum where teachers are encouraged to implement creative, best practice strategies and proven research based instructional techniques.
Our Program
(1) Early Childhood building
(4) K-7 buildings
(1) Comprehensive High School
(1) Credit Recovery High School
A common, focused core curriculum
An exploratory/elective program for middle and high school students
Two-Way Bilingual Education Program
3rd -7th Gifted and Talented Education Program
A Special Education Program that meets specially identified needs of students
Technology
Visual & Performing Arts
Science
Math
Writing
Communications Arts
Advanced Placement Courses
University Partnerships
Career Technical Education
Kindest regards,
David Harwell
Assistant Superintendent for Instruction
