Welcome to Holland Public Schools

This month HPD Ofc. Jose Padron-Hernandez introduced the Student Problem Solvers at HLA!!!

• Program for selected 5^th graders to “patrol” the playground during lunch.
• Teams of 2 work together and have the opportunity to resolve issues themselves. 
• Teaches lifelong skills – communication, listening and critical thinking.
• Creates a safe, more compassionate school climate for everyone.  

Ofc. Padron was  part of a similar program when he attended elementary school.

Thousands of Eggs. Hundreds of Prizes! 

There will be raffle prizes, baked goods, and authentically delicious tacos for sale plus, of course, an Easter Egg Hunt with fun prizes! 

• Saturday March 28, 1-3pm 
• First Reformed Church of Holland
• $5 Admission | $10 Taco Plate

This is great for the young or just the young at heart! Hope to see you there!

Families of Multilingual Learners: Hear from and learn with other parents about their journey in the US School System. 

• Monday, March 23, 9-10am
• HPS Administration Building at 320 W. 24th St.

The Michigan High School Athletic Association has name HHS Senior Maggie Telgenhof as one of 32 Scholar Athletes.  This week, we talk with Maggie about this recognition.

• Listen Now!

Legends & Icons : Celebrating the songs & voices that define generations. 

• March 26-28
• Thursday-Saturday 7pm | Saturday 2pm
• Get Tickets at: www.vocaldimensions.ludus.com

This month, we are celebrating National Nutrition Month, an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. This year’s theme focuses on how we can fuel our bodies for the future while enjoying the flavors of the present! In this month's Nurse Notes:

• Fuel for the Future
• Nutrition by the Numbers
• "Monster" Energy Bites

Whether you are a student fueling up for a big test, a staff member looking for an afternoon energy boost, or a parent planning family dinners, nutrition is the foundation for success in and out of the classroom. 

Congratulations to Holland Bands on their outstanding performance at the MSBOA District X Band Festival at Grandville High School!

Congratulations to both ensembles! You represented HPS so incredibly well!

The Holland Educational Foundation is teaming up with the 10th Annual Holland Leprechaun Chase 5k to benefit students at HPS. 

• Listen Now

Congratulations to all orchestra students in 7-12th grade on earning first division ratings at MSBOA Orchestra Festival last week. 

The 7th Grade Orchestra and High School Concert Orchestra performed at West Ottawa on Thursday. The 8th Grade Orchestra and High School Chamber Orchestra performed at Calvin University on Friday. The students gave an outstanding performance on stage and in the sight-reading room. The students absolutely earned their first division ratings after putting in many hours of intense preparation in class.

Holland Senior Wilson Lin is being recognizing for his distinguished performance and potential for future academic achievement.

Approximately 15,000 high school seniors have been named 2026 National Merit Scholarship Finalists, representing the top 1% of US high school students. 

Dutch Theatre presents the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, march 5-8 at the HHS performing Arts Center.  Jason Craner introduces us to cast members Couri Strong and Ka'Shay Louks.

• Listen Now!

HPS Nutritional Services Monthly Newsletter:

• Celebrating Breakfast in Schools
• National School Breakfast Week menu
• No cost breakfast and lunch each school day for ALL students