Fine Arts

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The arts is hands-on, has immediate rewards, focuses on positive achievements, develops concrete products and fosters collaboration. The arts provide many opportunities for students to demonstrate their skills through authentic performance. The arts enable children to grow in confidence and learn how to think positively about themselves and learning. Arts education helps make learning matter to students by giving them a medium to connect new knowledge to personal experiences and express what they have learned to others.

Fine Arts Courses Currently offered to students:

PreK- 5: Weekly Music Special Class | Weekly Art Class

Grades 5-8: Band, Choir, Orchestra, and Music Appreciation | Ceramics and Visual Arts

Grades 9-12: Vocal Dimensions, Chorus, Concert Choir, Symphony Band, Percussion Ensemble, Concert Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra. | Intro to Art, Fiber Arts, 2D Art, and Graphic Design

2026 District Art Awards

Congratulations to our 2026 District Art Award Winners:

  • Cassidy Russell, Grade 12
  • Jordan Garcia, Grade 11 
  • Von Bunnell II, Grade 9
  • Jose Mendez Pimentel Jr, Grade 8
  • Hendrick Hoekman, Grade 7
  • Charlotte Buck, Grade 6
  • Gennesis Ramirez-Ramirez, Holland Heights 5
  • Tamari Jeanne, West 3
  • Noah Fortuna, Jefferson 3
  • Cecelia Ferreira, HLA 4

The award-winning artwork will hang in the Board Training Room at the District Admin Building for next year.

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HMS Vocalists Shine at MSVMA Solo and Ensemble

Congratulations to the members of the 7th and 8th Grade Choirs on participating in MSVMA Solo and Ensemble Contest on Saturday, April 25. There were a record number of performers this year: 35 total!  There were 12 vocal soloists and two large ensembles earning a total of ten Division 1 Superior ratings and two Division 2 Excellent ratings!

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2026 District Art Show

The HPS Art Department is proud to show the incredible works of art created by students from all HPS buildings. 

  • April 30-May15 in the Art Gallery at Holland High School

An Opening Night reception will be held on April 30, 4:30-6pm in the Art Gallery at Holland High School.

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2026 Vocal Dimensions - Legends & Icons / Playbill

Celebrating the Songs & Voices That Define Generations

1st ACT

  • Boogie Wonderland by Earth, Wind & Fire
  • River of Dreams by Billy Joel
  • You're So Vain by Carly Simon
  • Man in the Mirror by Michael Jackson
  • To Make You Feel My Love by Garth Brooks & Adele
  • Don't You Worry Bout A Thing by Stevie Wonder
  • Can’t Help Falling in Love by Elvis Presley
  • Good Vibrations by Beach Boys
  • Sky Full of Stars by Coldplay

2nd ACT

  • Let's Dance by David Bowie
  • You’ve Got a Friend by Carol King & James Taylor
  • The Chain by Fleetwood Mac
  • Texas Hold 'Em by Beyonce
  • That’s Life  by Frank Sinatra
  • Thank You For the Music by ABBA
  • I'll Follow the Sun by The Beatles
  • Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me by Elton John
  • Can’t Hurry Love by The Supremes
  • Born This Way by Lady Gaga

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Gainey, Jordan, Ferral Carrillo (L to R)

HHS Students Earn Honors at Debut Art Show

Holland High School had 14 students get 16 works of art accepted into the annual Holland Area Arts Council Debut Art Show, a  juried art show for are high school students. Several HHS students received award honors at an artist reception:

  • Keoni Gainey’s colored pencil drawing titled, Red Eyed Tree Frog earned the Dennis Foley Award.
  • Harper Schoon-Tanis’ digital art titled, Deconstructed Portrait earned Honorable Mention.
  • Liz Ferral Carrilo’s digital art titled, Everybody’s Voice Matters also earned Honorable Mention.
  • Mark Jordan received an art scholarship from Olivet College.
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  • 30 April
    • HPS Art Show
      thru May 15
      3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
      HPS Art Show
      Date: Apr 30 - May 15
      Time: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
      Location: Holland High School 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, United States
      Calendar: Performing Arts Calendar
  • 11 May
  • 13 May
    • HHS Spring Choir Concert 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
      HHS Spring Choir Concert
      Date: May 13
      Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
      Location: Holland High School Performing Arts Center
      Calendar: Performing Arts Calendar
  • 17 May
  • 27 May

Music Teachers

Sarah Malone
Holland Middle
Holland High
Ashleigh Merrill
Holland Heights
West
Claire Miller
Holland Middle
Evan Supplee
Holland Middle
Holland High
Christopher Taylor
Holland Language Academy
Jefferson
Bethany VanOss
Holland Middle
Holland High

Art Teachers

Tracy Conley
Holland Middle
Carrie Fickel
Holland Middle
Julie Jacobusse
Holland Heights
West
Colin Mulder
Holland High
Meredith Ridl
Holland Language Academy
Jefferson
Rachel Sligh
Holland High

Theatre & Broadcast Teacher