Summer Registration Events
OCSN will assist HPS families with registration, PLUS provide some family fun at several events this summer!
Tuesday, July 25, 3-5pm
I Am Academy + OCSN Summer Activity
- Meadow Lanes (Meadow Lane Drive, Holland MI 49423)
Tuesday, August 8, 1-6pm
Takin' Care of Business Day
- Holland High School
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Meet the HMS Students of the Month:
- Azriel Shapiro
- Hazel Sterken
- Jack Schulte
Superintendent Nick Cassidy is out with his Spring district update. This week, we're talking with him this week about the sinking fund proposal, ongoing construction/renovation projects, redistricting the Jefferson neighborhood as a part of the 5-year plan, and more....
At Holland Public Schools, we know we are creating more than just buildings—we are creating environments where students are inspired, supported, and empowered every day. Through expanded opportunities, strong relationships, and a positive culture rooted in belonging and pride, our students are not only learning, but thriving—today and well into the future.
In this update:
- Sinking Fund Proposal for the May 5, 2026 Election
- Construction Updates
- 5-Year Facility Plan
- Tentative Academic Calendar for '26-'27
This is a proposed calendar. It will be taken to the HPS Board of Education for approval in April. While it is not approved yet, we wanted to share the highlights of the 26-27 Calendar with you before Spring Break.
- First Day of School: August 27
- Labor Day Weekend | No School: September 4-7
- Fall Break | No school: October 23
- Professional Development Day | No school: November 6
- Thanksgiving Break: November 25-27
- Holiday Break: December 20- January 3
- MLK Day | No School: January 18
- Midwinter Break: February 26-March 1
- Professional Development Day | No school: March 19
- Spring Break: April 2-April 11
- Professional Development Day | No school: April 23
- Memorial Day | No School: May 31
- Last Day of School: June 9
A complete calendar with early-release days and half days will be available after the Board of Education gives final approval.
Celebrating the Songs & Voices That Define Generations
1st ACT
- Boogie Wonderland by Earth, Wind & Fire
- River of Dreams by Billy Joel
- You're So Vain by Carly Simon
- Man in the Mirror by Michael Jackson
- To Make You Feel My Love by Garth Brooks & Adele
- Don't You Worry Bout A Thing by Stevie Wonder
- Can’t Help Falling in Love by Elvis Presley
- Good Vibrations by Beach Boys
- Sky Full of Stars by Coldplay
2nd ACT
- Let's Dance by David Bowie
- You’ve Got a Friend by Carol King & James Taylor
- The Chain by Fleetwood Mac
- Texas Hold 'Em by Beyonce
- That’s Life by Frank Sinatra
- Thank You For the Music by ABBA
- I'll Follow the Sun by The Beatles
- Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me by Elton John
- Can’t Hurry Love by The Supremes
- Born This Way by Lady Gaga
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.
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.