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Holland Middle
What's Happening at HMS:

Takin' Care of Business Day
We're getting ready for the first day of school and handling all the administrative business before August 21.
- Taking Care of Business Day is Tuesday, August 5
- Drop-in 1-6pm at Holland High School Office
For K-12 families who have NOT completed online registration OR who need assistance with:
- Registration or Enrollment
- Parent Portal
- Academic counseling
- Paying fees
Students who need transportation during the first two weeks of school must register BEFORE Wednesday, August 6.

Complete the Education Benefits Form
Completing the Education Benefits Form is a key step to unlocking essential support for all HPS students. Federal & state resources are allocated based on the income data collected through this form. Without this data the district could lose out on critical funding.

2025-2026 Important Dates
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.

2025 Bond Proposal - Vote August 5
Exciting things are happening at HPS! This ballot Proposal would:
- Renovate Jefferson Elementary
- Build a new Stadium at HHS
- Complete other important projects around the district
This proposal would generate $49,225,000 for improvements across the District, and if approved is projected to maintain the current millage rate of 4.73 mills - consistent with the rate set by voters in May 2021. Please vote on August 5!

HPSPodcast 5.38
This week we talk with Candis Deboer about Period Project 49423.

7-Day Meal Box
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
There is no need to register for these meals... just stop by during the pick-up time to receive the meals for your student(s).

Meet Up & Eat Up
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.

Herrick District Library Summer Reading Challenge - 2025
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.

20th Recipient of Teachers Live Here Grant Awarded
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.
HMS May Students of the Month
HPSProud of Louis, Aaron, and Jewish. #GoDutch
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5 August
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TCOB DAY - Takin' Care of Business 1:00 PM to 6:00 PMTCOB DAY - Takin' Care of BusinessDate: Aug 5Time: 1:00 PM to 6:00 PMLocation: Holland High School 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, United StatesCalendar: Holland Middle CalendarFor families who have NOT completed online registration OR who need assistance with Parent Portal updates, academic counseling, or paying fees. These services will NOT be offered at Open House. Assistance with online registration is also available during summer office hours at Holland High & District Admin Building.
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14 August
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6th Grade Orientation & Ice Cream Social! 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM6th Grade Orientation & Ice Cream Social!Date: Aug 14Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMLocation: Holland Middle School 373 E 24th St, Holland, MI 49423, United StatesCalendar: Holland Middle CalendarThis is hour-long event is an orientation/information night, not an open house. We are asking families to arrive at 6pm. We’ll have speakers and structured activities planned. It’s not a drop-in event. We will serve ice cream!
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19 August
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Open House 4:00 PM to 6:00 PMOpen HouseDate: Aug 19Time: 4:00 PM to 6:00 PMCalendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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21 August
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First Day of SchoolDate: Aug 21Calendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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29 August
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Holiday - No SchoolDate: Aug 29Calendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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1 September
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Holiday - No SchoolDate: Sep 1Calendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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16 October
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6-12 ConferencesDate: Oct 16Calendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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21 October
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6-12 ConferencesDate: Oct 21Calendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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23 October
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HALF DAY - All StudentsDate: Oct 23Calendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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24 October
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NO SCHOOL - All StudentsDate: Oct 24Calendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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7 November
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HALF DAY - All StudentsDate: Nov 7Calendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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26 Novemberthru November 30
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HOLIDAY BREAKDate: Nov 26 - Nov 30Calendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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19 December
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HALF DAY - ALL StUDENTSDate: Dec 19Calendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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20 Decemberthru January 4
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HOLIDAY BREAK 9:00 AM to 10:00 AMHOLIDAY BREAKDate: Dec 20 - Jan 4Time: 9:00 AM to 10:00 AMCalendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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19 January
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MLK DAY - No SchoolDate: Jan 19Calendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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18 February
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6-12 ConferencesDate: Feb 18Calendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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24 February
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6-12 ConferencesDate: Feb 24Calendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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27 Februarythru March 2
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MID-WINTER BREAKDate: Feb 27 - Mar 2Calendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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3 Aprilthru April 12
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SPRING BREAKDate: Apr 3 - Apr 12Calendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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24 April
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NO SCHOOL - ALL STUDENTS Scheduled: Mar 24, 2026Date: Apr 24Calendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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7 May
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HALF DAY - ALL STUDENTS / KINDERPARADEDate: May 7Calendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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25 Maythru May 26
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HOLIDAY BREAKDate: May 25 - May 26Calendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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2 June
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HALF DAY - ALL STUDENTSDate: Jun 2Calendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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3 June
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HALF DAY/LAST DAY OF SCHOOL - ALL STUDENTSDate: Jun 3Calendar: Holland Middle Calendar
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Holland Middle School
373 E 24th Street
Holland, MI 49423
Phone: 616-494-2425
Fax: 616-355-0674
School Times
- Full Day | 7:30am-2:42pm
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 1:42pm
- Half Day | 7:30-10:35am
MHS Office Hours:
- 7am- 3pm | M-F (August-June)
HMS Media Center
Bell Schedule
6th Grade
ADVISORY (20 minutes) | 7:30-7:50 | Early Release Wednesday |
1st HOUR | 7:53-8:43 | 7:30-8:14 |
2nd HOUR | 8:46-9:36 | 8:17-9:01 |
3rd HOUR | 9:39-10:29 | 9:04-9:48 |
4th HOUR | 10:32-11:22 | 9:51-10:35 |
LUNCH | 11:25-12:05 | 10:38-11:118 |
5th HOUR | 12:08-12:58 | 11:21-12:06 |
6th HOUR | 1:10-1:51 | 12:09-12:53 |
7th HOUR | 1:54-2:42 | 12:58-1:42 |
7th Grade
ADVISORY (20 minutes) | 7:30-7:50 | Early Release Wednesday |
1st HOUR | 7:53-8:43 | 7:30-8:14 |
2nd HOUR | 8:46-9:36 | 8:17-9:01 |
3rd HOUR | 9:39-10:29 | 9:04-9:48 |
4th HOUR | 10:32-11:12 | 9:51-10:35 |
LUNCH | 11:15-12:05 | 10:38-11:18 |
5th HOUR | 12:08-12:58 | 11:21-12:06 |
6th HOUR | 1:10-1:51 | 12:09-12:53 |
7th HOUR | 1:54-2:42 | 12:58-1:42 |
8th Grade
ADVISORY (20 minutes) | 7:30-7:50 | Early Release Wednesday |
1st HOUR | 7:53-8:43 | 7:30-8:14 |
2nd HOUR | 8:46-9:36 | 8:17-9:01 |
3rd HOUR | 9:39-10:29 | 9:04-9:48 |
4th HOUR | 10:32-11:22 | 9:51-10:35 |
LUNCH | 11:25-12:15 | 10:38-11:23 |
5th HOUR | 12:18-12:58 | 11:26-12:06 |
6th HOUR | 1:10-1:51 | 12:09-12:53 |
7th HOUR | 1:54-2:42 | 12:58-1:42 |
Student Handbook
Volunteer at HMS:
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.