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Tuesday, December 5

David's Sparks of Joy - Christmas Tree Giveaway

For HPS Families in need of an artifical Christmas Tree, ornaments and lights, and stockings.

  • Tuesday, December 5, 5-7pm at West Elementary

Thank you to the Woodard Family for this great event.

 

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December 3, 2023

Jefferson December News

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Week 1 Winners:  West - Kaiden Huff | Jefferson - Calia Campos | HLA Izanelle Agenbag | Heights - Julian Mcclain
Nov. 29 - Dec. 22

Rise and Shine: Start Your Day with Breakfast and a Smile | Prize Giveaway

Eat breakfast and be entered in our prize giveaway (K-5 Students only.)
To encourage K-5 students to enjoy a delicious and nutritious breakfast daily, the HPS Nutrition Department will do a prize giveaway every Friday! A grand prize winner will be drawn on December 22.  
  1. Join your fellow K-5 students in the lunchroom for a delicious and nutritious breakfast.
  2. Your name will be entered in a drawing for a fabulous prize.
  3. The more times you enjoy breakfast, the better your chance to win one of several prizes.

K-5 Breakfast is served from 8-8:30am every morning. Breakfast and Lunch are FREE for ALL students at Holland Public Schools.

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Wednesday, November 29

November Family/Parent Night

Wednesday, November 29, 5:30-6:30 at Jefferson Elementary | We will focus on how to support students at home with social emotional learning.

At this event there will also be:

  • Free Dinner
  • Childcare
  • Raffle/Door Prizes  
  • Local Agencies, including Salvation Army, Toys for Tots, Arbor Circle, and Bethany Christian Services.
  • PLUS - A visit from Santa Claus!
RSVP for this event. (this will let us know how much food to order for dinner!)
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L to R - Gabriela Arzamendi Villarreal, Irma Arzamendi (front) Analyce Rates (rear) Lisa Trevino.
October 29, 2023

Four Generations of Educators at HPS

For four generations, it's always been about the kids in Holland.

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September 28, 2023

Homecoming Spirit Week

Homecoming week is October 2-6: Get in the DUTCH Spirit!

  • MONDAY: Comfy Day (wear pajamas or slippers, bring a teddy bear)
  • TUESDAY: Jersey Day (wear a shirt or shirt from your favorite sports team)
  • WEDNESDAY: Wacky Wednesday (wear mismatched clothes, a crazy hat, or anything wacky!)
  • THURSDAY: Class Color Day
    • PreK, TK and K: YELLOW
    • Grade 1: BLUE
    • Grade 2: RED
    • Grade 3: BLACK
    • Grade 4: GREEN
    • Grade 5: PURPLE
  • FRIDAY: Red & White Day (wear your DUTCH gear!)
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September 26, 2023

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.

 

Schedule Conference Time at West.
Schedule Conference Time at HLA.
Schedule Conference Time at Jefferson.
Schedule Conference Time at Holland Heights.
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Thursday, September 28

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
Register for FREE! Use code at check out: funrun23
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Friday, September 22

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
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Sep. 15 - Oct. 15

2023 Hispanic Heritage Month

Holland Public Schools will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month around the district.

...plus much more.  Watch the web calendar on your school's webpage for an update on events!

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Upcoming Events

  • 5 December
    • David's Sparks of Joy - Christmas Tree Giveaway
      Date: Dec 5
      Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
      Location: West Elementary 500 W 24th St, Holland, MI 49423, United States
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
      For HPS Families in need of an artifical Christmas Tree, ornaments and lights, and stockings. Thank you to the Woodard Family for this great event.
  • 6 December
    • Early Release Wednesday 8:30 AM to 2:36 PM
      Early Release Wednesday
      Date: Dec 6
      Time: 8:30 AM to 2:36 PM
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar

      Dismissal at 2:36pm

      Students will be released from school 60 minutes early in order to allow teachers a better opportunity for collaborative professional development.
  • 8 December
    • Power H Store TK, K, 1st, Morrisey, Simon and Bryer
      Date: Dec 8
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
      Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/ycj-tgwk-erw Or dial: (US) +1 424-338-0123 PIN: 272011173# Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720
  • 13 December
    • Early Release Wednesday 8:30 AM to 2:36 PM
      Early Release Wednesday
      Date: Dec 13
      Time: 8:30 AM to 2:36 PM
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar

      Dismissal at 2:36pm

      Students will be released from school 60 minutes early in order to allow teachers a better opportunity for collaborative professional development.
  • 15 December
    • Power H Store: 2nd - 5th
      Date: Dec 15
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
      Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/ycj-tgwk-erw Or dial: (US) +1 424-338-0123 PIN: 272011173# Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720
  • 18 December
    • Mobile Food Pantry 4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
      Mobile Food Pantry
      Date: Dec 18
      Time: 4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
      Location: Holland High School, 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USA
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar

      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)


  • 20 December
    • Early Release Wednesday 8:30 AM to 2:36 PM
      Early Release Wednesday
      Date: Dec 20
      Time: 8:30 AM to 2:36 PM
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar

      Dismissal at 2:36pm

      Students will be released from school 60 minutes early in order to allow teachers a better opportunity for collaborative professional development.
  • 22 December
    • HALF DAY - ALL Students 8:30 AM to 11:35 AM
      HALF DAY - ALL Students
      Date: Dec 22
      Time: 8:30 AM to 11:35 AM
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
      K-5 | 8:30a- 11:35a
      6-8 | 7:30a-10:35a
      9-12 | 7:45a-10:50a
  • 23 December
    thru January 7
  • 10 January
    • Early Release Wednesday 8:30 AM to 2:36 PM
      Early Release Wednesday
      Date: Jan 10
      Time: 8:30 AM to 2:36 PM
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar

      Dismissal at 2:36pm

      Students will be released from school 60 minutes early in order to allow teachers a better opportunity for collaborative professional development.
  • 12 January
    • Power H Store TK, K, 1st, Morrisey, Simon and Bryer
      Date: Jan 12
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
      Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/ycj-tgwk-erw Or dial: (US) +1 424-338-0123 PIN: 272011173# Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720
  • 15 January
    • NO SCHOOL - All Students
      Date: Jan 15
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
    • Mobile Food Pantry 4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
      Mobile Food Pantry
      Date: Jan 15
      Time: 4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
      Location: Holland High School, 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USA
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar

      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)


  • 17 January
    • Early Release Wednesday 8:30 AM to 2:36 PM
      Early Release Wednesday
      Date: Jan 17
      Time: 8:30 AM to 2:36 PM
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar

      Dismissal at 2:36pm

      Students will be released from school 60 minutes early in order to allow teachers a better opportunity for collaborative professional development.
  • 19 January
    • Power H Store: 2nd - 5th
      Date: Jan 19
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
      Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/ycj-tgwk-erw Or dial: (US) +1 424-338-0123 PIN: 272011173# Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720
  • 24 January
    • Early Release Wednesday 8:30 AM to 2:36 PM
      Early Release Wednesday
      Date: Jan 24
      Time: 8:30 AM to 2:36 PM
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar

      Dismissal at 2:36pm

      Students will be released from school 60 minutes early in order to allow teachers a better opportunity for collaborative professional development.
  • 26 January
    • Power H Store TK, K, 1st, Morrisey, Simon and Bryer
      Date: Jan 26
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
      Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/ycj-tgwk-erw Or dial: (US) +1 424-338-0123 PIN: 272011173# Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720
  • 31 January
    • Early Release Wednesday 8:30 AM to 2:36 PM
      Early Release Wednesday
      Date: Jan 31
      Time: 8:30 AM to 2:36 PM
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar

      Dismissal at 2:36pm

      Students will be released from school 60 minutes early in order to allow teachers a better opportunity for collaborative professional development.
  • 2 February
    • Power H Store: 2nd - 5th
      Date: Feb 2
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
      Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/ycj-tgwk-erw Or dial: (US) +1 424-338-0123 PIN: 272011173# Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720
  • 7 February
    • Early Release Wednesday 8:30 AM to 2:36 PM
      Early Release Wednesday
      Date: Feb 7
      Time: 8:30 AM to 2:36 PM
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar

      Dismissal at 2:36pm

      Students will be released from school 60 minutes early in order to allow teachers a better opportunity for collaborative professional development.
  • 9 February
    • Power H Store TK, K, 1st, Morrisey, Simon and Bryer
      Date: Feb 9
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
      Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/ycj-tgwk-erw Or dial: (US) +1 424-338-0123 PIN: 272011173# Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720
  • 14 February
    • Early Release Wednesday 8:30 AM to 2:36 PM
      Early Release Wednesday
      Date: Feb 14
      Time: 8:30 AM to 2:36 PM
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar

      Dismissal at 2:36pm

      Students will be released from school 60 minutes early in order to allow teachers a better opportunity for collaborative professional development.

Jefferson Elementary
282 West 30th Street
Holland, MI 49423
Phone: 616-494-2500
Fax: 616-393-7569

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

 

Jefferson Office Hours:

  • 8am- 3:35pm | M-F (August-June)

 Jefferson Media Center 

STEM Resources

Holland Elementary Schools Breakfast & Lunch Menu

Morning Drop-off:

  • For the safety of our students during morning drop-off time, please remember the following:
  • Pull your vehicle all of the way forward to the curve (by the playground gate) to unload your student(s).
  • After your student(s) has exited your vehicle, please pull forward, out of the way, so that the next car may unload.  
  • Students may only be dropped at the curb by the playground.  Students may not  be dropped off in the outer lane of the parking lot, on the street, or in the front of the building.
  • Parking is NOT allowed curbside!  Please park in the parking lot if you need to stay longer or get out of your car with your child.  This will help keep traffic moving!

Afternoon Pick Up

  • For the safety of our students during afternoon pick-up time, please remember the following:
  • Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and Kindergarten students will be picked up at the West doors on VanRaalte Avenue. Door #13
  • Siblings of TK and Kindergarten students will also picked up at door #13.
  • 1st-5th graders will be picked up in the parking lot.  There is a “drive” lane and a “pick-up” lane.  Students may only be picked up at the curb, not in the “drive” lane.  
  • PLEASE, PLEASE, no parking in the pick up or drive lanes.  We are trying to keep traffic moving quickly and safely for everyone.
  • All of the siblings will be picked up at the youngest child’s waiting place. This will allow parents to only have to make one stop.
  • Please do not motion students across the traffic lanes to the parking lot, or motion students into the traffic lanes to get into your vehicle.  We want to keep our students safe!

Holland Public Schools Student Handbook

We are Here For You and your student.

Click here for emotional & mental health resources.

 

Volunteer at Jefferson:

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.