Welcome to Jefferson Elementary
Smith and Driscol
May 6, 2025
Smith and Driscol Receive Teachers Live Here Grants
HPS is proud to award two more Teachers Live Here grants to Holland educators:
- Isabella Smith (Kindergarten at Jefferson)
- Alec Driscol (Holland Middle School)
Along with $26,500 in down payment assistance, they could also get $2,500 to assist with closing costs if they purchase a home within the school district boundaries.
May 4, 2025
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.
Wednesday, May 21
Jump In! Enrollment/Registration Block Party
We’ll celebrate new students and families to Holland Public Schools and offer assistance to complete online registration and enrollment.
Wednesday, May 21, 5-6:30pm at Holland Middle School
- FREE Ice Cream from The Polar Patrol.
- FREE Summer Goodie Bag, book giveaways, and fun summer learning activities!
- The Ottawa County Health Dept will be there giving the required Vision & Hearing screenings for Kindergarten Enrollment. (Please make an appointment for limited availability)
- Current HPS families who are registered for 2025-26 by May 21 will be entered into a drawing for $100 Meijer gift cards!
August 1
2025-26 Student Registration
As we prepare for the start of the next school year, it's time register your student for 2025-26. 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 2025-2026 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.
- Register by May 21 to be in the running for a $100 Meijer gift card.
May 1-4
HPSPodcast 5.32
Dutch Theatre's production of The Wizard of Oz runs May 1-4 at the HHS PAC. This week, we talk with cast members Sophia Palmateer and Hailey Huggett.
May 1-15
District Art Show
The HPS Art Department is proud to show the incredible works of art created by students from all HPS buildings.
- May 1-15 in the Art Gallery at Holland High School
An Opening Night reception will be held on May 1, 4:30-6pm in the Art Gallery at Holland High School.
Our School Nurses
April 21, 2025
Nurse Notes - April
Spring brings a variety of activities and opportunities for families to enjoy the outdoors, but it also presents potential health and safety concerns. Here are some essential health and safety tips for parents and families to consider this spring season.
April 20-May 7
Community of Courage - Anne Frank Exhibit
Community of Courage, a student-guided exhibit about the life of Anne Frank, will be at Holland High School April 20-May 7, 2025.
Community partners and the general public are encouraged to experience the exhibit on the following dates:
- Thursday, April 24, 6-8pm
- Tuesday, April 29, 6-8pm
- Monday, May 5, 8am-3pm
- Tuesday, May 6, 8am-3pm
- Wednesday, May 7, 6-8pm
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Upcoming Events
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District Art ShowDate: May 1 - May 15Location: Holland High School, 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USACalendar: Jefferson CalendarThe HPS Art Department is proud to show the incredible works of art created by students from all HPS buildings. An Opening Night reception will be held on May 1, 4:30-6pm in the Art Gallery at Holland High School.
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21 May
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Early Release Day 2:36 PM to 3:06 PMEarly Release DayDate: May 21Time: 2:36 PM to 3:06 PMLocation: Jefferson Elementary School, 282 W 30th St, Holland, MI 49423, USACalendar: Jefferson Calendar
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Registration/Enrollment Block Party 5:00 PM to 6:30 PMRegistration/Enrollment Block PartyDate: May 21Time: 5:00 PM to 6:30 PMLocation: Holland Middle School, 373 E 24th St, Holland, MI 49423, USACalendar: Jefferson CalendarFamilies attending the Block Party will be greeted by local service agencies. HPS registrars will also offer assistance with completing annual registration OR starting the enrollment process for 25-26.
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PBIS CarnivalDate: May 22Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
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Jefferson's End-of-Year Carnival 5:00 PM to 7:00 PMJefferson's End-of-Year CarnivalDate: May 22Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PMCalendar: Jefferson CalendarJoin with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/mdg-kvfa-wbj Or dial: (US) +1 605-937-6290 PIN: 106007846# Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720
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NO SCHOOL - Holiday BreakDate: May 26Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
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28 May
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Early Release Day 2:36 PM to 3:06 PMEarly Release DayDate: May 28Time: 2:36 PM to 3:06 PMLocation: Jefferson Elementary School, 282 W 30th St, Holland, MI 49423, USACalendar: Jefferson Calendar
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Field DayDate: May 29Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
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Half Day - ALL Students 8:30 AM to 11:35 AMHalf Day - ALL StudentsDate: Jun 3Time: 8:30 AM to 11:35 AMCalendar: Jefferson CalendarTK-5 | 8:30-11:35am
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HALF/LAST DAY - ALL Students 8:30 AM to 11:35 AMHALF/LAST DAY - ALL StudentsDate: Jun 4Time: 8:30 AM to 11:35 AMCalendar: Jefferson CalendarTK-5 | 8:30-11:35am
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Report Cards Available 4:30 PMReport Cards AvailableDate: Jun 4Time: 4:30 PMCalendar: Jefferson Calendar
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Power H Shop 4:30 PM to 6:00 PMPower H ShopDate: Jun 5Time: 4:30 PM to 6:00 PMLocation: Maplewood Elementary School, 925 Central Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USACalendar: Jefferson CalendarThe Power H Shop is an initiative to support families experiencing crisis or financial hardship, by providing free household items through a dignified retail setting, and thus alleviating a family's financial hardship.
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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
Pick Up and Drop Off Procedures
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!
Student Handbook
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.