HPSPodcast 7.8

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.

Have you ever wondered why Holland Public Schools students are released early on Wednesdays? Why does the district set aside an hour each Wednesday for teachers to meet in PLC (Professional Learning Community) teams, and why we believe that time is so important? 

• At its heart, the answer is pretty simple: teamwork.

More than just a fun event, the Holland Hospital School Nurse Fun Run directly supports Holland Hospital's School Nurse Program. 

• Thursday October 1 | 5- 5:45 PM Check In and Walk In Registration / 6 PM Race Starts
• Kollen Park | New location!
• REGISTRATION IS STILL OPEN! Register by September 7 to vote for the 2026 Fun Run shirt color & guarantee a shirt!
• Use code at checkout: funrun26

Students can enter the Fun Run for FREE by making a goal to improve their health. This could be a physical challenge, a change in eating habits, or starting a new wellness activity. 

Thanks to community support, this event has raised over $432,400 since 2013.

If a student is absent, arrives late, or needs to leave early, you can let your school's office know through the HPS Mobile App.

• We hope this is a convenient way to report absences and will save you (and our secretaries) a significant amount of time.  

Good attendance gives you the best chance for success!

Mr. Cal has been volunteering at HPS since 2000. First at Longfellow and then at Jefferson. He works in our Books and Games program and runs a chess club with students.

Happy 90th Birthday Mr. Cal, and thank you for all you do for the students and families at Jefferson Elementary.

The Michigan Art Education Association has named Julie Jacobusse the MAEA 2027 Elementary Art Educator of the Year! 

• This is a great honor for Julie and Holland Public Schools.

Jacobusse teaches art at Holland Heights and West Elementary.