Academics

From the Desk of Superintendent Cassidy

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:30:00 GMT

As we close another successful school year at Holland Public Schools, I want to take a moment to thank our students, staff, families, and community for their continued support and partnership. Together, we are building something truly special, and it is clear that Holland Public Schools is a district on the rise.

2026-27 Student Registration

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:02:00 GMT

As we prepare for the start of the next school year, it's time to register your student for 2026-27. 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 2026-2027 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.

Fighting the Summer Slide - Workbook

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Studies show that over the summer students lose a considerable amount of what they've learned during the previous school year. That's why HPS is sending home Summer Learning bags with every K-5 student in the district.

Set aside time each day to do an activity with your child. This investment will help them stay engaged and retain more of what they've learned.

HMS named a Green School

Tue, 26 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Holland Middle School was named one of just 419 schools in Michigan as a Green School by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Environment (EGLE).

To earn MI Green Schools certification, HMS completed at least 10 approved environmental activities throughout the school year. For example:

Student-led recycling efforts
The Bird Feeder project
The HMS Greenhouse

Michigan Green Schools supports and celebrates the achievements of PreK-12 schools in protecting the state's air, land, water, and ecosystems through their commitments to environmental education and stewardship actions.

2026 Summer Adventure Camps with ODC

Tue, 19 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT

We are excited to announce that enrollment is now open for the 2026 Summer Adventure Camps with the Outdoor Discovery Center! This engaging summer program is designed for students going into 1st grade through 5th grade and will focus on literacy skills through hands-on, nature-rich experiences.

Adventure Camp will be held at Jefferson Elementary 282 W 30th Street
June 15-July 23
8:30am – 12:30pm each day (Breakfast and Lunch will be available at no cost.)

The Summer Adventure Camp with ODC is led by the Outdoor Discovery Center’s Education Network and will take the place of HPS Summer School. This is the ONLY Summer School option being offered at HPS in the summer of 2026 for K-5 students.

HMS Trivia Night to Benefit National History Day Competitors

Mon, 11 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT

"Are You Smart Than An 8th Grader?" Trivia Night at HMS | May 21 from 6-8 pm.

This fundraiser promises a fun night of learning, laughter and community building.

HPSPodcast 6.32

Tue, 05 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT

This week, we have highlights from the Holland Early College 13th Year Celebration - with Student Speaker Max Calanchi.

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HPSPodcast 6.31

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

This week we talk with our Community Coordinators Alex Crisp (Holland Heights & HMS), Grace Stupka (West & Jefferson), and Kate Leighton-Colburn (HLA and HHS) about the Registration Block Party and Ice Cream Social on Wednesday, April 29, 5:30-7pm at Holland Middle School.

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2026 District Art Awards

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Congratulations to our 2026 District Art Award Winners:

Cassidy Russell, Grade 12
Jordan Garcia, Grade 11
Von Bunnell II, Grade 9
Jose Mendez Pimentel Jr, Grade 8
Hendrick Hoekman, Grade 7
Charlotte Buck, Grade 6
Gennesis Ramirez-Ramirez, Holland Heights 5
Tamari Jeanne, West 3
Noah Fortuna, Jefferson 3
Cecelia Ferreira, HLA 4

The award-winning artwork will hang in the Board Training Room at the District Admin Building for next year.

HMS Students Qualify for National History Day Finals

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Congratulations to these HMS Students who will advance to the Finals of the National History Day competition in College Park, MD in early June.

Hadley Nelson - The Guerrilla Girls: Instigating Revolution, Reaction and Reform in Art History
Eliana Carter & Leah Peck - Seneca Falls and the Fight for Rights
Dannon Spencer - The Berlin Wall: How a Concrete Barrier Exposed the Economic and Social Costs of Division

The students competed in the Michigan National History Day competition at SVSU on April 25.

Outstanding Performances this weekend at the State Forensics Festival

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Congratulations to the Holland High School Forensics Team for their outstanding performances this weekend at the State Forensics Festival.

Chaza Ben brought home a 5th place trophy in Extemporaneous speaking
Annie Lou Howell | Poetry semi-finalist)
Leila Sundararajan | POI- Program in Oral Interpretation semi-finalist
Eva Schipper | Oratory 9/10 semi-finalist

Also represening HHS were Jaslyn Campos, who qualified in Broadcasting, and Kimia McMullen who qualified in Storytelling.

These students are some of the most talented public speakers in the state of Michigan.

Update about Safety and Holland Middle School

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

At Holland Middle School our first goal each day is to provide students and staff with a safe learning environment. Yesterday afternoon, a digital message that included a potential threat against the school was reported to building administrators.

Administrators immediately identified Holland Public Safety and our School Resource Officer started an investigation. After interviewing several students and family members, he determined there were no credible threats. Unfortunately, rumors of this message had already started to spread.

We take all threats very seriously and will work with Holland Public Safety to hold individuals who deliberately disrupt our learning environment accountable.

Good Luck at the National History Day State Competition.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

23 students from Holland Middle School will compete in the National History Day State Competition at Saginaw Valley State University on Saturday, April 25. Good Luck and GoDUTCH!

Social Emotional Learning Survey - Spring 2026

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

As part of our district’s ongoing efforts to create a safe, welcoming, and supportive learning environment for all students, your child will be invited to take a Social Emotional Learning Survey April 27-May 8.

The results of the survey will help our staff strengthen programs and support that increase our learner’s awareness and competency with social emotional skills.
Results of the survey will be published in late May on the district website.

HPSPodcast 6.30

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The Holland High School S.H.O.R.E Club will celebrate Earth Day next week... and you're invited to celebrate with them!

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HHS Students Earn Honors at Debut Art Show

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Holland High School had 14 students get 16 works of art accepted into the annual Holland Area Arts Council Debut Art Show, a juried art show for are high school students. Several HHS students received award honors at an artist reception:

Keoni Gainey’s colored pencil drawing titled, Red Eyed Tree Frog earned the Dennis Foley Award.
Harper Schoon-Tanis’ digital art titled, Deconstructed Portrait earned Honorable Mention.
Liz Ferral Carrilo’s digital art titled, Everybody’s Voice Matters also earned Honorable Mention.
Mark Jordan received an art scholarship from Olivet College.

HPSPodcast 6.27

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The Michigan High School Athletic Association has name HHS Senior Maggie Telgenhof as one of 32 Scholar Athletes. This week, we talk with Maggie about this recognition.

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Maggie Telgenhof Awarded MHSAA Scholar Athlete Award

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:49:00 GMT

The Michigan High School Athletic Association has selected HHS Senior Maggie Telgenhof among 14 student-athletes from Class A member schools to receive scholarships through the MHSAA/Farm Bureau Insurance Scholar-Athlete Award program.

Parent Teacher Conferences - Winter 2026

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Parent/Teacher Conferences are a great way to engage with your student's teacher!

Preschool: February 17 & 25, 4:15-7:15p and February 26, 8:30a-3:15p.
PreK+/K thru Grade 5: February 17 & 25, 4:15-7:15p.
HMS & HHS: February 18 & 24, 3:30-6:30p

Social Emotional Learning Survey

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The results of the survey will help our staff strengthen programs and support that increase our learner’s awareness and competency with social emotional skills.
Results of the survey will be published in March on the district website.

From the Desk of Superintendent Cassidy

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Dear Holland Community,

As we move into the holiday season, we want to share important updates on the progress of our long-term facility work across Holland Public Schools. Thanks to your continued support, especially through the 2021 and 2025 bond initiatives, we continue to make meaningful improvements to support safe, innovative, and future-ready learning environments for all students.

Listen to HPSPodcast 6.15 with Superintendent Cassidy.

HHS Students Recognized by National Merit Scholarship Program

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Each year, 1.5 million students enter the National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the PSAT/NMSQT.

Wilson Lin was named a Semifinalist in the competition! This is an incredible honor, recognizing you among the top 1% of high school students in the country. The program offers three types of awards: the National Merit $2,500 Scholarship, corporate-sponsored scholarships, and college-sponsored scholarships, awarded to about 7,880 students annually.
Emma Deenik has been recognized as a Commended Student. Only 34,000 students nationwide earn this recognition, placing them among the top 50,000 high scorers. While Commended Students do not continue in the competition for National Merit Scholarships, this honor highlights students’ outstanding academic achievement and potential for continued academic success.

Back-to-School Mailer

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 14:42:00 GMT

School Starts Thursday, August 21. (Open House is Tuesday, August 19, 4-6pm at your school)

HPSPodcast 5.40

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 09:54:00 GMT

This week we talk with the Future Prep'd team from Holland High School and hear about the answer to their driving question: How can HPS unite the community around the success of ALL students?

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