Welcome to Holland Language Academy

I believe every child deserves the chance to succeed, no matter their circumstances. As a proud graduate of Holland Public Schools and a parent whose children learn in our buildings, I believe deeply in the work we are doing together for my children and yours.
This is my nineteenth year in education and my eleventh as principal, yet my passion for teaching and supporting children has never been stronger. I am grateful for the privilege of serving the community that shaped me, and I look forward to all we will accomplish together for our students this year.
-Iliana Vasquéz
Principal
The Red Note - HLA Newsletter
Check here each Sunday afternoon for an updated newsletter.
What's Happening at HLA:
2026 Summer Adventure Camps with ODC
We are excited to announce that enrollment is now open for the 2026 Summer Adventure Camps with the Outdoor Discovery Center! This engaging summer program is designed for students going into Kindergarten through 5th grade and will focus on literacy skills through hands-on, nature-rich experiences.
- Adventure Camp will be held at Jefferson Elementary 282 W 30th Street
- June 15-July 23
- 8:30am – 12:30pm each day (Breakfast and Lunch will be available at no cost.)
The Summer Adventure Camp with ODC is led by the Outdoor Discovery Center’s Education Network and will take the place of HPS Summer School. This is the ONLY Summer School option being offered at HPS in the summer of 2026 for K-5 students.
HPSPodcast 6.31
This week we talk with our Community Coordinators Alex Crisp (Holland Heights & HMS), Grace Stupka (West & Jefferson), and Kate Leighton-Colburn (HLA and HHS) about the Registration Block Party and Ice Cream Social on Wednesday, April 29, 5:30-7pm at Holland Middle School.
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.
2026-27 Student Registration
As we prepare for the start of the next school year, it's time to register your student for 2026-27. This is something we ask ALL current HPS families to do EVERY year. Completing the registration lets us know:
- Your student(s) will be returning next year!
- Your household contact information is up to date
- Your student health information is up to date
- if you are requesting transportation for the 2026-2027 school year (Deadline to request bussing is August 1.)
Without this information, your student can not be added to a class list for next year OR have a class schedule created for them.
Registration/Enrollment Block Party & Ice Cream Social
Get the Scoop on the 2026-27 School Year
Wednesday, April 29, 5:30-7pm at Holland Middle School
- Ice Cream Sundaes!
- Get assistance with Student Registration or Enrollment
- Fun Family Activities!
- Community Partners & Local Agencies
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.
Social Emotional Learning Survey - Spring 2026
As part of our district’s ongoing efforts to create a safe, welcoming, and supportive learning environment for all students, your child will be invited to take a Social Emotional Learning Survey April 27-May 8.
- The results of the survey will help our staff strengthen programs and support that increase our learner’s awareness and competency with social emotional skills.
- Results of the survey will be published in late May on the district website.
HPSPodcast 6.30
The Holland High School S.H.O.R.E Club will celebrate Earth Day next week... and you're invited to celebrate with them!
HLA - Tulip Time KinderParade 2026
HPS Students (Grades 1-5) are invited to march in the Tulip Time KinderParade on Thursday May 7. If you are planning on your child walking in the parade, they must have a costume and you must fill out this form by Monday, May 4.
2026 Tulip Time Costume Rental - $5
For HPS students, Grades 1-5, marching in the KinderParade on Thursday, May 7.
- Friday, May 1 | 4:30-7pm
- Saturday, May 2 | 9:30-12pm
NEW LOCATION Maplewood Elementary, 925 Central Ave.
SHORE Club Earth Day Craft Night
Wednesday, April 22, 5-7pm in the HHS Commons
- For all HPS Families: K-12!
- A fun family craft with members of the HHS SHORE Club
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Upcoming Events
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29 April
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Registration Block Party! 5:30 PM to 7:00 PMRegistration Block Party!Date: Apr 29Time: 5:30 PM to 7:00 PMLocation: Holland Middle School, 373 E 24th St, Holland, MI 49423, USACalendar: HLA CalendarGet assistance with Student Registration or Enrollment Fun Family Activities! Community Partners & Local Agencies Register for the 26-27 School Year Community Partners who'll be there. Be Better Holland Children's Advocacy Center Enviro-Clean Girl Scouts Herrick District Library Holland Aquatic Center Holland Parks and Recreation Hope College CASA and Step Up Hope College Educational Outreach IAMACADEMY LAUP MDHHS Prevention Midtown Counseling OCDOPH Ottawa CMH Second Story Counseling
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30 April
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Día del Niño 11:00 AM to 12:30 PMDía del NiñoDate: Apr 30Time: 11:00 AM to 12:30 PMCalendar: HLA Calendar
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HPS Art Show - Recpetion 4:30 PM to 6:00 PMHPS Art Show - RecpetionDate: Apr 30Time: 4:30 PM to 6:00 PMLocation: Holland High School 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, United StatesCalendar: HLA Calendar
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30 Aprilthru May 15
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HPS Art Show 3:00 PM to 6:00 PMHPS Art ShowDate: Apr 30 - May 15Time: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PMLocation: Holland High School 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, United StatesCalendar: HLA Calendar
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1 May
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Talent Show 2:00 PM to 3:00 PMTalent ShowDate: May 1Time: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PMCalendar: HLA Calendar
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7 May
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HALF DAY - ALL STUDENTS / KINDERPARADEDate: May 7Calendar: HLA Calendar
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Tulip Time Kinder Parade 2:00 PM to 3:30 PMTulip Time Kinder ParadeDate: May 7Time: 2:00 PM to 3:30 PMCalendar: HLA Calendar
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12 May
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HLA Spring Concert 3-5th 5:40 PM to 7:40 PMHLA Spring Concert 3-5thDate: May 12Time: 5:40 PM to 7:40 PMLocation: Holland High School (PAC)Calendar: HLA CalendarChoir concert today for 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students at Holland High School’s Performing Arts Center. 3rd: Arrive at 5:40, Perform from 6:00 - 6:25 4th: Arrive at 6:10, perform from 6:35 - 7:00 5th: Arrive at 6:45, perform from 7:05 - 7:30
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13 May
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be nice. WednesdayDate: May 13Calendar: HLA Calendar
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21 May
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5th Grade Graduation 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM5th Grade GraduationDate: May 21Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMLocation: HHS PACCalendar: HLA Calendar
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25 May
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HOLIDAY BREAKDate: May 25Calendar: HLA Calendar
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27 May
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5th Grade Field Trip- Tourist in our Hometown 10:00 AM to 11:45 AM5th Grade Field Trip- Tourist in our HometownDate: May 27Time: 10:00 AM to 11:45 AMLocation: Centennial Park, 250 Central Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USACalendar: HLA Calendar
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1 June
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Field Day 12:15 PM to 3:00 PMField DayDate: Jun 1Time: 12:15 PM to 3:00 PMCalendar: HLA Calendar
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2 June
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HALF DAY - ALL STUDENTSDate: Jun 2Calendar: HLA Calendar
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3 June
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HALF DAY/LAST DAY OF SCHOOL - ALL STUDENTSDate: Jun 3Calendar: HLA Calendar
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10 June
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be nice. WednesdayDate: Jun 10Calendar: HLA Calendar
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8 July
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be nice. WednesdayDate: Jul 8Calendar: HLA Calendar
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12 August
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be nice. WednesdayDate: Aug 12Calendar: HLA Calendar
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25 August
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OPEN HOUSE 4:00 PM to 6:00 PMOPEN HOUSEDate: Aug 25Time: 4:00 PM to 6:00 PMLocation: Holland Language Academy, 461 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USACalendar: HLA Calendar
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27 August
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First Day of 26-27 School Year for StudentsDate: Aug 27Calendar: HLA Calendar
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2 September
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Sep 2Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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4 Septemberthru September 7
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HOLIDAY BREAKDate: Sep 4 - Sep 7Calendar: HLA Calendar
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9 September
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be nice. WednesdayDate: Sep 9Calendar: HLA Calendar
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Sep 9Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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16 September
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Sep 16Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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23 September
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Sep 23Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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30 September
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Sep 30Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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7 October
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Oct 7Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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13 October
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TK-5 ConferencesDate: Oct 13Calendar: HLA Calendar
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14 October
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be nice. WednesdayDate: Oct 14Calendar: HLA Calendar
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Oct 14Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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21 October
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Oct 21Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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TK-5 ConferencesDate: Oct 21Calendar: HLA Calendar
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22 October
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HALF DAY FOR ALL STUDENTSDate: Oct 22Calendar: HLA Calendar
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TK-5 ConferencesDate: Oct 22Calendar: HLA Calendar
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23 October
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NO SCHOOL ALL STUDENTSDate: Oct 23Calendar: HLA Calendar
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28 October
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Oct 28Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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4 November
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Nov 4Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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11 November
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be nice. WednesdayDate: Nov 11Calendar: HLA Calendar
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Nov 11Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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18 November
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Nov 18Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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25 Novemberthru November 29
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Holiday BreakDate: Nov 25 - Nov 29Calendar: HLA Calendar
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2 December
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Dec 2Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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9 December
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be nice. WednesdayDate: Dec 9Calendar: HLA Calendar
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Dec 9Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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16 December
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Dec 16Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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18 December
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HALF DAY All StudentsDate: Dec 18Calendar: HLA Calendar
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19 Decemberthru January 3
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Holiday BreakDate: Dec 19 - Jan 3Calendar: HLA Calendar
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6 January
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Jan 6Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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13 January
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be nice. WednesdayDate: Jan 13Calendar: HLA Calendar
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Jan 13Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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18 January
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Holiday BreakDate: Jan 18Calendar: HLA Calendar
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20 January
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Jan 20Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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27 January
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Jan 27Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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3 February
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Feb 3Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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10 February
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be nice. WednesdayDate: Feb 10Calendar: HLA Calendar
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Feb 10Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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17 February
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Feb 17Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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22 February
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TK-12 ConferencesDate: Feb 22Calendar: HLA Calendar
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24 February
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Feb 24Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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TK-12 ConferencesDate: Feb 24Calendar: HLA Calendar
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26 Februarythru March 1
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Mid-Winter BreakDate: Feb 26 - Mar 1Calendar: HLA Calendar
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3 March
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Mar 3Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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10 March
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be nice. WednesdayDate: Mar 10Calendar: HLA Calendar
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Mar 10Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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17 March
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Mar 17Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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19 March
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No School - All StudentsDate: Mar 19Calendar: HLA CalendarProfessional Development for HPS Staff
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24 March
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Mar 24Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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31 March
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Mar 31Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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2 Aprilthru April 11
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Spring BreakDate: Apr 2 - Apr 11Calendar: HLA Calendar
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14 April
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be nice. WednesdayDate: Apr 14Calendar: HLA Calendar
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Apr 14Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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21 April
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Apr 21Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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23 April
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No School - All StudentsDate: Apr 23Calendar: HLA CalendarProfessional Development for HPS Staff
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28 April
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Early Release WednesdayDate: Apr 28Calendar: HLA Calendar
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
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Holland Language Academy
461 Van Raalte Ave
Holland, MI 49423
Phone: 616-494-2600
Fax: 616-393-7652
Teachers & Staff
School Times:
- Full Day | 8:15am* - 3:21pm
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:21pm
- Half Day | 8:15* - 11:20am
*Please do not arrive at school earlier than 8:10
HLA Office Hours:
- 7:45am- 4pm | M-F (August-June)
HLA Media Center
Student Handbook
Volunteer at HLA:
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.
