Holland Middle

Each week, a newsletter will go out on Sundays with the information for the week.  Check out the start of the year details!

Important Dates

September 2- first HMS home football game!
September 5th-7th NO SCHOOL- see you Tuesday, September 8th!

As Holland High School prepares to host the last home football game of the season, here is a reminder about some of the rules and expectations for students and families who attend the game:

• Middle school age and younger MUST be an accompanied by an adult.
• No student backpacks.
• No re-entry for any spectators.
• All school rules apply to events held at Hope College. 
• The stadium and parking lot is a drug free school zone which includes any vape products.
• HHS Students with 5Star App will be admitted for FREE.
• HMS Students with an athletics pass will be admitted for FREE.

Holland will host Godwin Heights at the Hope College Stadium, Thursday at 7pm. #GoDutch

Holland Public Schools is implementing Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Bus Expectations across our district's transportation services. This initiative aims to create a safe, respectful, and responsible environment for all students who utilize our school buses.

Weekly Newsletter: Week of August 31st

Important Dates

September 2- first HMS home football game! 
September 5th-7th NO SCHOOL- see you Tuesday, September 8th!

Each week, a newsletter will go out on Sundays with the information for the week.  Check out the start of the year details! 

Districtwide Movie Night - Friday, August 28, 8pm | HHS Soccer Field

• MOVIE: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
• FREE!
• Bring Lawn Chairs and Blankets

Hosted by HHS Student senate.

Hi HMS 6th Grade Families, 

If we missed you last night for the 6th grade orientation, then here are the materials that were provided and discussed. We will give your student a folder either at the open house or first day of school. 

Also, please note the following:
-Your student's schedule is now available on the parent portal.  

-Open House is August 25th-  (4:00-6:00pm)

-In the attachment for the packet, there is a QR code for the NEW HPS App.  Download the app!

-Reminder of School Supplies:

• Backpack- must
• Pencils 
• Pens
• Highlighters
• Colored pencils
• Glue sticks
• Fine-tip Sharpies
• (1) Spiral notebooks 
• (2) Composition notebooks *TWBI 8th grade needs (3 total **
• (1) 1-inch binder
• (1) 5-tab binder dividers
• Pencil pouch (3-ring for binder)
• (2) pocket folders
• (1) pack sticky notes
• Scientific calculator (strongly suggested)
• MUSIC Classes- Shirt fee ($10–$13 depending on class)
• 
  Please let us know if you have moved as well.  Also, reach out with additional questions or concerns.  

Thank you, 
Rene
PRESENTATION

Presentation--Spanish

Dear HMS Families,

Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year! Whether you are new to Holland Middle School or returning for another year, we are beyond excited to welcome your students back to school.

Check out the most frequently asked questions about HMS!

2026-2027 Calendar Highlights

• First Day of School:  August 27
• Labor Day Weekend | No School: September 4-7
• Fall Break | No school: October 23
• Professional Development Day | No school: November 6
• Thanksgiving Break: November 25-27
• Holiday Break: December 20- January 3
• MLK Day | No School: January 18
• Midwinter Break: February 26-March 1
• Professional Development Day | No school: March 19
• Spring Break: April 2-April 11
• Professional Development Day | No school: April 23
• Memorial Day | No School: May 31
• Last Day of School: June 9

The first day of School is Thursday, August 27.