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West November News #2

Who is swimming this week? Find out in this week's West newsletter!

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Power H Shop - Winter Gear

Power H Store - Winter Gear

HPS students can shop for FREE winter gear items: coats, snow pants, boots, hats, and gloves, at this event,

  • Wednesday, November 18, 4:30-6pm
  • New location: Third Reformed Church | 111 W 13th St
  • Open to all HPS Familes
  • All items are FREE.

We are partnering with Downtown Holland again this year. Families can donate NEW winter items before Monday, November 14 at shops in Downtown Holland

West November News #1

We had an amazing turn-out for this year’s Pumpkin Decorating Contest! Thank you to all the adults who helped West students buy pumpkins, decorate, transport and enter the contest! Here are the results. . . 

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HPSPodcast 7.11

This week, we talk with West Preschool Teacher Jessie Stewart about the new opportunities for families of 3-year-olds in the Holland community.

Interested in preschool at Holland Public Schools: Contact Patty Beatty at 616.494.2824

West October News #4

Our Spooktacular Family Night is this Thursday, October 29th, 6:00 PM-7:00 PM. Wear your school-friendly costume for trick-or-treating! Find out more information HERE!

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HPSPodcast 7.10

HPS Students are getting ready to celebrate Halloween. This week, we talk with Yazmin Angulo, a member of HHS Student Senate, about the upcoming Trunk-or-Treat event and about the Annual Decomposers Festival hosted by the Holland Orchestra.

More information about Trunk-or-Treat on Sunday, October 25 at 5-6:30pm

More information about Holland Orchestra's Decomposers Festival on Wednesday, October 28 at 7pm in the HHS PAC.

West October News #3

Entries for our West Pumpkin Decorating Contest can be dropped off during conferences this Wednesday, October 21 and Thursday, October 22. This year’s theme is Favorite Family Friendly Movie or TV Character. Read more about the contest and other West information in this week's West News.

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FREE Tickets for HPS Families to a Grand Rapids Gold Game

The Grand Rapids Gold will host the Noblesville Boom on November 28 at 7pm at the Van Andel Arena. 

  • All HPS families can attend the game for FREE!
Follow this link for complimentary tickets! (Discount applies at checkout.)
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West October News #2

Our West Pumpkin Decorating Contest begins tomorrow! This year’s theme is Favorite Family Friendly Movie or TV Character. Read more about the contest and other West information in this week's West News.

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October News #1

Welcome to Fall Y’all! October has so much going on– Conferences, pumpkin decorating and our West Spooktacular! Speaking of conferences, sign-up for your time here- PTCFast LINK

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What's Cooking | October Newsletter from Holland Nutrition Service

Nutrition Services is excited to bring a little extra fun to our cafeterias by celebrating special National Days throughout the school year. These give us another opportunity to make mealtime enjoyable, introduce students to different foods, and encourage participation in our school meal programs.

  • National Taco Day | October 6  - We will kick off the month by celebrating with a delicious Breakfast Taco! 
  • Count Day Celebration | October 7 - All students in attendance will receive a refreshing Cool Tropics treat. 
  • National Apple Day | October 21 - We will celebrate by serving Apple Cobbler with lunch. 
  • National Pumpkin Day  | October 26 - Everyone who eats lunch with us that day receiving a delicious slice of Pumpkin Bread.
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HHS Hosts Family Session on Teen Mental Health in the Social Media Age


HPS families are invited to an informative and interactive session with Hope College professor Dr. David Myers from 4–5 p.m. on Wednesday, September 30, in the Holland High School Performing Arts Center.

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Upcoming Events

  • 11 November
    • Early Release Wednesday
      Date: Nov 11
      Calendar: District Calendar
    • Veteran's Day Assembly 10:05 AM to 11:05 AM
      Veteran's Day Assembly
      Date: Nov 11
      Time: 10:05 AM to 11:05 AM
      Location: Holland High School, 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USA
      Calendar: District Calendar
      89th Veteran's Day program

      Please join us as we honor those who served our country.

      Dutch Dome (gym)
      600 Van Raalte Ave
      Holland, MI  49423

      This memorial tribute is open to the public

      The program will include musical selections by the band, choir, and orchestra as well as the reading of the roll call of Holland's military men.  

      If you are a veteran or family member of a veteran, you are invited to a lunch immediately following  the program in the Performing Arts Center lobby.

      We hope you will join us!
  • 12 November
    • Balet Folklorico Sol Azteka Gala
      Date: Nov 12
      Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
      Location: Holland High School, 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USA
      Calendar: District Calendar
      Fundraising Gala Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/ish-cjue-oru Or dial: (US) +1 503-862-6483 PIN: 405864765# Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720
  • 13 November
  • 16 November
    • Mobile Food Pantry 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
      Mobile Food Pantry
      Date: Nov 16
      Time: 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
      Location: Holland Public Schools, 320 W 24th St, Holland, MI 49423, USA
      Calendar: District Calendar
      Drive-thru service Location:  Student parking lot #1 just past 320 W 24th St, Holland, MI  49423
  • 18 November
    • Early Release Wednesday
      Date: Nov 18
      Calendar: District Calendar
    • Power H Shop Winter Gear Event
      Date: Nov 18
      Time: 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
      Location: Third Reformed Church 111 W 13th St, Holland, MI 49423, United States
      Calendar: District Calendar
      HPS students can shop for FREE winter gear items: coats, snow pants, boots, hats, and gloves, at this event, We are partnering with Downtown Holland again this year. Families can donate winter items before Monday, November 16th at shops in Downtown Holland
    • Power H Shop Winter Gear Event
      Date: Nov 18
      Time: 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
      Location: Third Reformed Church 111 W 13th St, Holland, MI 49423, United States
      Calendar: West Calendar
      HPS students can shop for FREE winter gear items: coats, snow pants, boots, hats, and gloves, at this event, We are partnering with Downtown Holland again this year. Families can donate winter items before Monday, November 16th at shops in Downtown Holland
  • 20 November
  • 25 November
    thru November 29
    • Holiday Break
      Date: Nov 25 - Nov 29
      Calendar: District Calendar
  • 2 December
  • 3 December
    • Dutch Theatre Presents - MATILDA
      Date: Dec 3
      Time: 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
      Location: Holland High School, 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USA
      Calendar: District Calendar
    • Dutch Theatre Presents - MATILDA
      Date: Dec 3
      Time: 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
      Location: Holland High School, 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USA
      Calendar: West Calendar
  • 4 December
    • West Power H Store-- K, 1, 2
      Date: Dec 4
      Calendar: West Calendar
    • Dutch Theatre Presents - MATILDA
      Date: Dec 4
      Time: 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
      Location: Holland High School, 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USA
      Calendar: West Calendar
    • Dutch Theatre Presents - MATILDA
      Date: Dec 4
      Time: 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
      Location: Holland High School, 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USA
      Calendar: District Calendar
  • 5 December
    • Dutch Theatre Presents - MATILDA
      Date: Dec 5
      Time: 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM
      Location: Holland High School, 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USA
      Calendar: District Calendar
    • Dutch Theatre Presents - MATILDA
      Date: Dec 5
      Time: 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM
      Location: Holland High School, 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USA
      Calendar: West Calendar
    • Dutch Theatre Presents - MATILDA
      Date: Dec 5
      Time: 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
      Location: Holland High School, 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USA
      Calendar: West Calendar
    • Dutch Theatre Presents - MATILDA
      Date: Dec 5
      Time: 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
      Location: Holland High School, 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USA
      Calendar: District Calendar
  • 6 December
    • Dutch Theatre Presents - MATILDA
      Date: Dec 6
      Time: 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM
      Location: Holland High School, 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USA
      Calendar: West Calendar
    • Dutch Theatre Presents - MATILDA
      Date: Dec 6
      Time: 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM
      Location: Holland High School, 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USA
      Calendar: District Calendar
  • 9 December
  • 11 December
  • 14 December
    • Mobile Food Pantry 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
      Mobile Food Pantry
      Date: Dec 14
      Time: 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
      Location: Holland Public Schools, 320 W 24th St, Holland, MI 49423, USA
      Calendar: District Calendar
      Drive-thru service Location:  Student parking lot #1 just past 320 W 24th St, Holland, MI  49423
  • 16 December
  • 17 December
  • 18 December
  • 19 December
    thru January 3
    • Holiday Break
      Date: Dec 19 - Jan 3
      Calendar: District Calendar
  • 4 January
    thru January 15
  • 6 January
  • 8 January
  • 13 January
  • 15 January
  • 18 January
  • 20 January
  • 22 January
  • 27 January
  • 29 January
  • 1 February
    thru February 12
  • 3 February
  • 5 February
  • 10 February
  • 12 February
  • 17 February
  • 19 February
  • 22 February
  • 24 February
  • 25 February
  • 26 February
    thru March 1
  • 3 March
  • 5 March
  • 8 March
    thru March 20
  • 10 March
  • 12 March
  • 17 March
  • 19 March
    • No School - All Students
      Date: Mar 19
      Calendar: District Calendar
      Professional Development for HPS Staff
  • 24 March
  • 26 March
  • 31 March
  • 1 April
  • 2 April
    thru April 11
    • Spring Break
      Date: Apr 2 - Apr 11
      Calendar: District Calendar
  • 14 April
  • 16 April
  • 21 April
  • 23 April
    • No School - All Students
      Date: Apr 23
      Calendar: District Calendar
      Professional Development for HPS Staff
  • 28 April
  • 30 April
  • 5 May
  • 6 May
  • 7 May
  • 12 May
  • 14 May

West Elementary

500 W. 24th St
Holland, MI 49423
Phone: 616-494-2350
Fax: 616-393-7544

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

West Office Hours:

  • 8:10am- 4:15pm | M-F (August-June)

West Media Center

Morning Announcements

Holland Elementary Schools Breakfast & Lunch

Holland Public Schools Student Handbook

We are Here For You and your student.

Click here for emotional & mental health resources.

Volunteer at West:

We love when our West families volunteer! Make sure to have a district volunteer form  completed before the volunteer date.

Current Volunteer Opportunities

Power H Store Volunteers: Run our PBIS store on Fridays

Recess Ranger Volunteers: Be an extra hand during lunch and recess!

Traffic Aide: Help manage the flow of car traffic in the front drop-off area.

Current Donation Opportunities

Power H Store Amazon Wishlist






POWERful West Teachers and Staff Shout-out

Help us highlight amazing and POWERful teachers and staff at our building! Go to the link below and complete the questions on the form. We will reach out to your child to give a video shoutout to an amazing West staff member. The short video clip will be added to our morning announcements. Thank you for supporting our West teachers and staff!

POWERful Teachers and Staff Nomination