Welcome to Holland Public Schools

We’re excited to welcome Pre-K-3rd grade students to our elementary summer school program at West Elementary beginning Monday, June 16! Our summer session focuses on learning through exploration, creativity, and hands-on experiences—both in the classroom and outdoors.

Please remember:
Students will be spending time outside each day, so it’s important that they come prepared. To help your child have a successful and comfortable experience, please send them with the following:

• Weather-appropriate clothing

• Comfortable, closed-toe shoes for walking and play

• Sunscreen and bug spray (applied before school)

• A refillable water bottle labeled with their name

• A hat or cap for sun protection (optional but encouraged)

Thank you for helping us keep your child safe, active, and ready to learn! 

If you have any questions, please contact us at 616-494-2350.

We’re looking forward to a fun and enriching summer!

HPS is proud to provide 7-Day Meal Boxes to families in the district during the summer months.

Each box will contain a menu with food prep instructions and food items for 7 breakfasts and 7 lunches per week. 

• Meal pick-up will be located at Central Wesleyan Church (446 West 40th St. Holland MI 49423 - Door A) from 12:00-1:00 PM 
•  Thursday, June 12 through August 7, 2025

Created by Ready for School and delivered by teachers, Kindergarten Readiness Camp combines the routines of a typical school day with play to build the academic and social skills that kindergarten teachers say they want to see in their students. When a child is curious, asks questions, and is comfortable in the classroom environment, it helps with being ready to learn.

• June 16 - July 31 at West Elementary
• FREE for all HPS families with a K-student enrolled in the 2025-2026 school year
• Breakfast and Lunch provided at no cost
• Transportation available
  
  
  

This week, we talk with Alba Rodriguez Lima, the State Champion in High Jump!

• Listen Now!

Joy Kooyer (3rd Grade at West Elementary) has been awarded $5000 for self-designed professional development!

Fund for Teachers, one of the nation's leading organizations supporting preK-12 educators, has announced its 2025 grant recipients, including Mrs. Kooyer. After a rigorous review process, her proposal was selected and she was awarded a grant to visit the setting of "Number the Stars" - her favorite book for 3rd Grade readers.

Calendar Highlights:

• First Day of School | Thursday, August 21
• Homecoming | Friday, October 10
• Thanksgiving Holiday | November 26 - November 30
• Holiday Break | December 20 - January 4
• MLK Day | Monday, January 19
• Mid-Winter Break| Friday, February 27 - Monday, March 2 
• Spring Break | Friday, April 3 - Sunday, April 12
• Class of 2026 Commencement |Tuesday, May 19
• Last Day of School | Wednesday, June 3

These dates are tentative, pending ratification of The Board of Education at the April Board of Education Meeting.

Heathy food to feed your summer! Summer meal sites provide breakfast & lunch for children 18 and younger, Monday through Friday all summer long... at no cost to families.

• No registration needed. Just drop in.

This summer, Herrick District Library, Ottawa County Parks and Recreation, and the City of Holland Recreation Department are coming together to present the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge: The Truth is Out There.

• Pick up a trail map beginning June 9 to complete the challenge. Maps are available at either Herrick District Library location.

The Holland High School Athletic Department recognized the incredible achievements of our student athletes during Athletic Awards night.

• 2025 Male and Female Athlete of the Year
• Milton L. Hinga Award
• Holland Athletics Power H Impact Award
• State Champion Alba Rodriguez Lima

Our theme this year, which is also one of our core values, was United.  

• We believe Holland Public Schools is the center of a thriving city, and it is our responsibility to unite the community around the success of ALL students. 

HPS is proud to award $29,000 in Teachers Live Here grants to Meghan Kelly! Along with $26,500 in down payment assistance, Kelly also received $2,500 to assist with closing costs because she is purchasing a home within the school district boundaries.