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:

Parent/Teacher Conferences
Parent-teacher conferences are a great opportunity to:
- share academic progress and growth based on classroom observations, testing data, assessments, portfolios, and assignments
- learn from parents or guardians so teachers can be better informed about students' strengths, needs, behaviors, and learning styles
- discuss enrichment or intervention strategies to support students' learning
- discuss issues that may be interfering with students' learning and growth
At HHS and HMS, Conferences appointments are walk-in during listed days/hours. Parents of K-5 students can schedule an appointment time at the links below.

2023 School Nurse Fun Run
The School Nurse Fun Run’s motto is “Healthy Families Stay Active” and benefits the hospital’s School Nurse Program which has raised over $299,000 since 2013.
- Thursday, September 28 at West Elementary

3rd Annual HPS Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Join the students and staff at HPS as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with our neighbors:
- Friday, September 22, 6pm at Ray & Sue Smith Stadium at Hope College
- Holland Football v Mona Shores
- Pre-game and Halftime Festivities

2023 Hispanic Heritage Month
Holland Public Schools will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month around the district.
- Area leaders will visit classrooms to read to students and share their experience.
- Family Movie Nights at HHS PAC - September 20 and October 4
- WOODTV will bring the Football Frenzy team to Holland to help celebrate on Friday, September 22
- Hispanic Heritage Month Community Celebration and Football Game - September 22
...plus much more. Watch the web calendar on your school's webpage for an update on events!

WOODTV Football Frenzy Food Drive
The Football Frenzy Team will visit Holland High on Friday, September 22 - the day of our Hispanic Heritage Month Football game!
As a part of their visit, HPS students from all buildings are being asked to participate in a Food Drive to benefit Feeding America!
- Every student who donates 5 items will get a FREE ticket to the football game (K-8 students will also receive a ticket for an adult.)
Drop off your donations in your building's office!

September - Parent/Family Night
Parent/Family Nights are designed to engage and educate families about ways to support and advocate for their children at Holland Public Schools.
September: All Things Holland! - Come learn about using Remind and Parent Portal, attendance expectations, and discover all the ways your student can get involved at School.
- Tuesday, September 19, 5:30-6:30pm at West
Pizza Dinner served at 5:30pm. Supervised Childcare in the Gym.

Hispanic Heritage Month - Movie Nights
Catch a great movie and celebrate Hispanic Heritage:
- Bajo la Misma Luna (Under the Same Moon) - Wednesday, September 20
- Selena - Wednesday, October 4
In the Holland High Performing Arts Center. Movie starts at 6:30! FREE!

HPSPodcast 4.4
The 2023 Holland Hospital School Nurse Fun Run is September 28 at 6pm at West Elementary. Today we talk to the organizer of this great family event!

Protect Young Eyes - The Digital Culture of Kids
During this Parent Presentation we will discuss:
- The benefits of creating digital trust.
- Leading your family in the digital age.
- Tech tools to support your digital goals.
Join us Thursday, September 21 at 6-8pm at the Holland Middle School. FREE pizza dinner provided for all parents who attend. (This event is intended for adults only!)

HPS Job Fair
Positions Available: Substitute Teachers, secretaries and instructional assistants short and long term. Bus Drivers and food service positions available as well
- Tuesday, August 29 | 1-3pm
- Wedensday, August 30 | 9-11am
- Thursday, August 31 | 9-11am
At District Administration Building (320 W. 24th)

HPSPodcast 4.2
Students at Holland Public Schools return to class this morning…. Earlier this week Superintendent Nick Cassidy had a chance to address teachers and staff in the district about the small schools and BIG opportunities available at Holland Public Schools in the coming school year!

Hot Start to the School Year
The heat index could be near 100 degrees for the first few days of school.
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2 October
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HOCO - SpiritWeek | Comfy DayDate: Oct 2Calendar: Holland Heights
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3 October
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HOCO - Spirit Week Jersey DayDate: Oct 3Calendar: Holland Heights
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K-5 Conferences 4:15 PM to 7:15 PMK-5 ConferencesDate: Oct 3Time: 4:15 PM to 7:15 PMCalendar: Holland Heights
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4 October
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HOCO - Spirit Week Wacky WednesdayDate: Oct 4Calendar: Holland Heights
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Early Release Wednesday 8:30 AM to 2:36 PMEarly Release WednesdayDate: Oct 4Time: 8:30 AM to 2:36 PMCalendar: Holland Heights
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Hispanic Heritage Month - MOVIE NIGHT 6:20 PM to 8:30 PMHispanic Heritage Month - MOVIE NIGHTDate: Oct 4Time: 6:20 PM to 8:30 PMLocation: Holland High School - PACCalendar: Holland Heights
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5 October
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HOCO - Spirit Week Class Color DayDate: Oct 5Calendar: Holland HeightsPreK, TK and K: YELLOW Grade 1: BLUE Grade 2: RED Grade 3: BLACK Grade 4: GREEN Grade 5: PURPLE
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6 October
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HOCO - SpiritWeek | Red&White DayDate: Oct 6Calendar: Holland Heights
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11 October
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Early Release Wednesday 8:30 AM to 2:36 PMEarly Release WednesdayDate: Oct 11Time: 8:30 AM to 2:36 PMCalendar: Holland Heights
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K-5 Conferences 4:15 PM to 7:15 PMK-5 ConferencesDate: Oct 11Time: 4:15 PM to 7:15 PMCalendar: Holland Heights
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12 October
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HALF DAY - ALL Students 8:30 AM to 11:35 AMHALF DAY - ALL StudentsDate: Oct 12Time: 8:30 AM to 11:35 AMCalendar: Holland HeightsK-5 | 8:30a- 11:35a
6-8 | 7:30a-10:35a
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Conferences - ALL GRADES 12:30 PM to 3:30 PMConferences - ALL GRADESDate: Oct 12Time: 12:30 PM to 3:30 PMCalendar: Holland HeightsK-5 | 12:30-3:30p 6-8 | 11:30am-2:30pm 9-12 | 12:30-3:30pm
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13 October
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NO SCHOOL - Students & StaffDate: Oct 13Calendar: Holland Heights
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16 October
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Mobile Food Pantry 4:30 PM to 5:15 PMMobile Food PantryDate: Oct 16Time: 4:30 PM to 5:15 PMLocation: Holland High School, 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USACalendar: Holland Heights
Food for those in need. Feeding America & Ottawa Community School Network
* Drive-thru service only * No ID Needed
Holland High School - Parking Lot 1 (Behind building - use 24th street)
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Youth Basketball Open Gym 3:45 PM to 4:45 PMYouth Basketball Open GymDate: Oct 17Time: 3:45 PM to 4:45 PMLocation: Holland Heights School 856 E 12th St, Holland, MI 49423, United StatesCalendar: Holland HeightsMembers of the Boys and Girls Varsity Basketball teams host an Open Gym at your school.
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Holland Heights Elementary
856 East 12th Street
Holland, MI 49423
Phone: 616-494-2750
Fax: 616-393-7566
Staff & Teachers
School Times:
- Full Day | 8:30am* - 3:36pm
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:36pm
- Half Day | 8:30* - 11:35am
*Please do not arrive at school earlier than 8:15
Heights Office Hours:
- 8:10am- 4:15pm | M-F (August-June)
Holland Heights Media Center
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.