West Elementary

2026-27 Student Registration

Wed, 08 Apr 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.

West March/April News

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

HPSPodcast 6.28

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:20:00 GMT

Vocal Dimensions performance of Legends & Icons hits the stage of HHS PAC March 26-28. This week, we're talking with Vocals members Ka'Shay Louks and Luke Rund-Scott.

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West March News #4

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Holland Bands' Easter Egg Hunt Extravaganza & Taco Drive

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Thousands of Eggs. Hundreds of Prizes!

There will be raffle prizes, baked goods, and authentically delicious tacos for sale plus, of course, an Easter Egg Hunt with fun prizes!

Saturday March 28, 1-3pm
First Reformed Church of Holland
$5 Admission | $10 Taco Plate

This is great for the young or just the young at heart! Hope to see you there!

Nurse Notes - March

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

This month, we are celebrating National Nutrition Month, an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. This year’s theme focuses on how we can fuel our bodies for the future while enjoying the flavors of the present! In this month's Nurse Notes:

Fuel for the Future
Nutrition by the Numbers
"Monster" Energy Bites

Whether you are a student fueling up for a big test, a staff member looking for an afternoon energy boost, or a parent planning family dinners, nutrition is the foundation for success in and out of the classroom.

West March News #3

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

West March News #2

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

West March News #1

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT

West Student Drop-Off and Pick-Up Procedures

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Whats' Cooking - March

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT

HPS Nutritional Services Monthly Newsletter:

Celebrating Breakfast in Schools
National School Breakfast Week menu
No cost breakfast and lunch each school day for ALL students

National School Breakfast Week - The Quest for Breakfast

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT

National School Breakfast Week is March 3-6

National School Breakfast Week celebrates the important role a nutritious school breakfast plays in helping students start their day ready to learn, grow, and succeed. Observed each year during the first full week of March, NSBW shines a spotlight on the School Breakfast Program and the dedicated school nutrition professionals who fuel students every morning!

Dutch Theatre Presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! (At least the losers get a juice box.)

March 5-8
Thurs-Sat at 7pm
Sat-Sun at 1pm
HHS PAC

A riotous ride, complete with audience participation, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a delightful den of comedic genius. The small cast and unit set make this a perfect option for high schools or community theatres. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a fast-paced crowd pleaser and an instant favorite.

West February News #4

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT

West February News #3

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT

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

West February Newsletter #2

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT

HPSPodcast 6.21

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 21:00:00 GMT

This week we introduce to the first seven semi-finalists for the Power H IMPACT Award!

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From West: Lisa Dekker, Ivana Osziova, and Cherish Witters
From Holland High School: Sue Hemmeke, Jason Siersma, and Dan Telgenhof
Student Engagement Semi-finalist: Bethany VanOss

Each SemiFinalist receives a $500 prize provided by HEF and an anonymous Holland family.
7 Finalist will be selected by building and district colleagues - each receiving a $1000 prize provided by HEF and an anonymous Holland family.
1 Winner will be chosen by the community in late April. The winner will receive a $5000 prize provided by HEF and an anonymous Holland family.

West News-- February #1

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Whats' Cooking - February

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT

HPS Nutritional Services Monthly Newsletter:

The Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program
Meet the HOLLAND HIGH SCHOOL Food Service Staff
No Cost Breakfast

Inclusion Week

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Inclusion Week (February 9-13) is a dedicated time to celebrate diversity, promote understanding, and foster a school culture where all students feel valued and included regardless of ability.

Throughout the week, we highlight the importance of inclusive practices in education by engaging students and staff in activities that promote empathy, collaboration, and accessibility.

By embracing inclusion, we strengthen our community and create a learning environment where everyone belongs.

HPSPodcast 6.20

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT

This week, we're talking with parents about the Small Schools and Big Opportunities available at Holland Public Schools

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West January News #3

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Social Emotional Learning Survey

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:00:00 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 Wednesday, January 28 - Friday, February 6.

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.

HPS Podcast 6.18

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 05:59:00 GMT

Enrollment is open for families for the 2026-2027 school year. This week, we talk with Jefferson Kindergarten teacher Mary Wilcox about the Small Schools and Big Opportunities at Holland Public Schools!

Listen now!

January News #2

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT

January Newsletter #1

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Whats' Cooking - January

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT

HPS Nutritional Services Monthly Newsletter:

The Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program at West, Heights, and Jefferson Elementary is going amazingly well!
Meet the HOLLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Food Service Staff
No Cost Breakfast

2026 Power H IMPACT Award - Nominations

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT

At Holland Public Schools we love to share the stories of how our staff members are having a positive impact on the lives of students and families in the community.

Nominate a HPS Staff member for the 2026 Power H Impact Award by sharing a story about how they have had an impact on your life!

West December News #3

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT

West December News #2

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Whats' Cooking - December

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT

HPS Nutritional Services Monthly Newsletter:

The Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program at West, Heights, and Jefferson Elementary is going amazingly well!
No Cost Breakfast Program Message
Meet the WEST ELEMENTARY Food Service Staff

Nurse Notes - December

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 06:09:00 GMT

As we approach the holiday season, it’s important to keep in mind that we need to take care of ourselves physically and emotionally. To balance holidays and health, we should think about prioritizing self-care.

Our monthly newsletter from the Holland Hospital School Nurses.

West December News #1

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Reminder about REMIND

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 11:02:00 GMT

REMIND is the best way to get “Snow Day” announcements from HPS.

West November News #4

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT

West November News #3

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT

HPSPodcast 6.13

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 05:30:00 GMT

Holland Dutch Theatre is ready for opening night of The SpongeBob Musical! This week we talk with Abby Hart and Olivia Zoet from the cast of the show.

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Nurse Notes - November

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT

It's Flu Season and the Holland Hospital School Nurses have some important notes on the Flu.

November News #2

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 01:37:00 GMT

Downtown Holland To Host Winter Gear Donation Drive to Benefit HPS

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Downtown Holland is partnering with HPS to host a winter gear donation drive to help keep elementary school students warm and dry this winter. A total of 14 Downtown Holland businesses will be collecting donations as part of the drive, being held from November 3 – 16.

Holland Public School families in need will be able to collect the items at their Power H shopping event on November 19, with details provided to students by HPS.

Food Insecurity During the Government Shutdown

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT

The health and well-being of HPS students & families is our highest priority.

During this government shutdown we know that many HPS families could experience food insecurity; especially those that rely on SNAP benefits. If your family is experiencing food insecurity during this government shutdown, HPS is here to help.

HPSPodcast 6.12

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Holland Public Schools and the BeNice organization will host Thrive Together on Thursday evening at Holland Middle School. This is a night focused on mental health for students and their families. On the HPSPodcast his week, we talk with Holland Hospital School Nurse Program Mental Health Care Manager Lisa Gort about the district's focus on helping students Thrive and on this important event.

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Thrive Together will be held Thursday, October 6, 5:30-7pm at Holland Middle School.

November News

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Whats' Cooking - November

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT

HPS Nutritional Services Monthly Newsletter:

Exciting News for Middle School Students Can Now Enjoy Ala Carte Options at Lunch!
Staff Spotlights, Meet some of our HPS Nutrition Lead Food Service Servers: Lori Lutke, Heather Bowes, Linda Wilson

October News #2

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

October News

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Meet our Student Resource Officers!

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Take a look at the Holland Dept of Public Safety School Resource Officers (SRO) and Community Policing Officers who are assigned to our schools.

Ofc. Nicole Hamberg - Holland High
Ofc. Nic Wedeven – Holland Middle
Ofc. Spencer DeGraaf – Heights
Ofc. Padron-Hernandez – West and HLA
Ofc. Rod Mendoza - Jefferson

Firearm Safety and Harm Prevention

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Legal ownership of firearms comes with important safety responsibilities to prevent accidental firearm injuries and deaths, thefts, and suicide, including among children.

Under House Bill 5451, beginning October 1, 2025, Michigan law will require school districts to distribute a safe storage informational notice—developed by the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)—to the parent or legal guardian of each student each October.

HPSPodcast 6.9

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

HPS is celebrating National School Lunch Week. This week, we talk with the Director of HPS Nutritional Services, Aretha Banks.

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Nurse Notes - October

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Halloween Safety - Kids love the magic of Halloween, but costume and traffic safety are essential for trick-or-treaters. Here are some tips to keep everyone safe.

Taste the World | National School Lunch Week

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Holland Public Schools Nutrition Department will be taking our students on a trip around the Globe to celebrate National School Lunch Week. Please join us a we celebrate these different cuisine styles from around the world.

Whats' Cooking - October

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

HPS Nutritional Services Monthly Newsletter

Holland Public Schools has been awarded both the 10 Cents a Meal Grant and the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Grant for the 2025–2026 school year. While these two programs are separate, we’ll be combining our efforts to ensure our students enjoy locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the school year.

Homecoming 2025 - WEST

Sat, 27 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Homecoming week is full of fun events for all HPS Students, Families, and Alumni!

Powder Puff & Alumni Football Game | Sunday, October 5, 5pm
Homecoming Parade | Friday, October 10, 6pm
Homecoming Game | Friday, October 10, 7pm
HOCO Fun Run | Saturday, October 11, 9am
HOCO Dance | Saturday, October 11, 8-11pm

HPSPodcast 6.6

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 04:00:00 GMT

This week we talk with HLA Principal Iliana Vasquez about 2nd Annual Gentex STEM Night and first ever Paper Airplane Contest! It happens Thursday, 5-7pm at the HHS Commons.

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Districtwide Outdoor Movie Night

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 02:00:00 GMT

HHS Student Senate is hosting a movie night featuring Cars 2.

Friday, September 19, 8pm at HHS Soccer Field
All grades/ages are welcome
Bring a lawn chair or blanket
Snacks for purchase

Districtwide STEM Night & Paper Airplane Flying Contest

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 15:27:00 GMT

Gentex is sponsoring the 2nd Annual Districtwide STEM Night on Thursday, September 25, 5-7pm in the HHS Commons

Chemistry Experiments
Robotics Demonstration
LEGOs
Virtual Reality Games
Community Partners
and more!

Whose paper plane can fly the furthest? Fold and fly your plane in the Paper Airplane contest to see if it's you!

Talk to your STEM teacher to learn more!

West Elementary News

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 04:00:00 GMT

2025 School Nurse Fun Run

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 15:55:00 GMT

Holland Hospital invites all students, families, friends and faculty to join us for the annual School Nurse Fun Run on Thursday, September 11 at Holland High School.

Excited to be at West!!

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 22:05:00 GMT

Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Bus Expectations

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 13:41:00 GMT

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.

West - Back to School Message

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 17:37:00 GMT

We are excited to welcome you back for another great year at Holland West! You will see that we are entering into our 1st year of a complete remodel at West. The east wing of the building will be under construction in the 1st phase and shouldn’t interfere much with our daily operations. However, we will be cozy at the other side of the building with every classroom and office now in use.

2025-26 Books & Games | Before School Programming - West

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Books & Games provides students with an hour of supervised reading, homework help, and games, plus a free breakfast an hour before school starts each morning. It also gives parents/guardians an extra hour to start their day or to get to work on time!

Books & Games is FREE for all HPS students to attend!
Supervision provided by HPS Staff
Students in the program must be dropped-off between 7:30-7:45am.

West School Supply Suggested Shopping List

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 04:00:00 GMT

The first day of School is Thursday, August 21.

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)

7-Day Meal Box

Sat, 14 Jun 2025 07:22:00 GMT

HPS is proud to provide 7-Day Meal Boxes to families in the district during the summer months.

Each box will contain a menu with food prep instructions and food items for 7 breakfasts and 7 lunches per week.

Meal pick-up will be located at Central Wesleyan Church (446 West 40th St. Holland MI 49423 - Door A) from 12:00-1:00 PM
Thursday, June 12 through August 7, 2025

There is no need to register for these meals... just stop by during the pick-up time to receive the meals for your student(s).

Kooyer Wins National Grant for Summer Fellowship

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 10:10:00 GMT

Joy Kooyer (3rd Grade at West Elementary) has been awarded $5000 for self-designed professional development!

Fund for Teachers, one of the nation's leading organizations supporting preK-12 educators, has announced its 2025 grant recipients, including Mrs. Kooyer. After a rigorous review process, her proposal was selected and she was awarded a grant to visit the setting of "Number the Stars" - her favorite book for 3rd Grade readers.

Meet Up & Eat Up

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 12:58:00 GMT

Heathy food to feed your summer! Summer meal sites provide breakfast & lunch for children 18 and younger, Monday through Friday all summer long... at no cost to families.

No registration needed. Just drop in.

Herrick District Library Summer Reading Challenge - 2025

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 18:26:00 GMT

This summer, Herrick District Library, Ottawa County Parks and Recreation, and the City of Holland Recreation Department are coming together to present the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge: The Truth is Out There.

Pick up a trail map beginning June 9 to complete the challenge. Maps are available at either Herrick District Library location.

Sign up for Summer Sports Camps!

Wed, 28 May 2025 16:58:00 GMT

Nurse Notes - May

Tue, 27 May 2025 05:50:00 GMT

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and your school nurses want to promote positive mental health for our HPS family.

May News

Fri, 02 May 2025 19:45:00 GMT

HPSPodcast 5.32

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 03:33:00 GMT

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.

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District Art Show

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 13:30:00 GMT

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.

Nurse Notes -March is National Nutrition Month

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 04:50:00 GMT

March is National Nutrition Month, and it’s the perfect time to focus on healthy eating habits that support growing minds and active bodies! Balanced nutrition is essential for your child’s energy, focus, and overall well-being.

Here are some tips and ideas to help your family make healthy choices this month and beyond.