Holland Public Schools Board of Education
The publicly elected seven-member Board of Education is responsible for setting policy for the district. Each trustee term is six years long and trustees serve without pay.
The Board of Education conducts its business meetings at the District Administration Office, 320 W. 24th Street, in the Board Training Center beginning at 7:00 p.m. on the third Monday of each month, with time for public comments. An optional prayer meeting is held at 6:30 p.m. The public is invited.
If you are an individual with a disability, reasonable accommodations to attend and participate in meetings is available by contacting the Superintendent's Office at (616) 494-2005.
Upcoming Board Meetings & Study Sessions
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2 Aug
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Board Study Session I 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMBoard Study Session IDate: Aug 2Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: HPS School BoardClick to join virtual meeting.
This meeting is being conducted via Zoom under the Open Meetings Act 267 of 1976 15.263, Sec. 3. (2) and 15.263a (b) (i) (ii) as a result of the Ottawa County Commissioners declaration of an extended state of emergency through May 25, 2021 as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic. If you would like to make a public comment you may do so via Zoom. Board members may be contacted via the District website.
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9 Aug
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Board Study Session I 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMBoard Study Session IDate: Aug 9Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: HPS School BoardClick to join virtual meeting.
The meeting is being conducted in a hybrid format with in-person for board members and district administration and encouraged via Zoom for all others,  in accordance with the Open Meetings Act 267 of 1976 15.263, Sec. 3. (2) and 15.263a (b) (i) (ii). Additionally, members of the public may both attend meetings and participate in public comment in person to the extent permitted under the OMA and following the requirements issued by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. If you would like to make public comment you may do so via Zoom. Board members may be contacted via the District website. Â
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Board Study Session II 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMBoard Study Session IIDate: Aug 9Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: HPS School Board
This meeting is being conducted via Zoom under the Open Meetings Act 267 of 1976 15.263, Sec. 3. (2) and 15.263a (b) (i) (ii) as a result of the Ottawa County Commissioners declaration of an extended state of emergency through May 25, 2021 as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic. If you would like to make a public comment you may do so via Zoom. Board members may be contacted via the District website.
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16 Aug
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Optional Prayer Meeting Prior to Board Meeting 6:30 PM to 7:00 PMOptional Prayer Meeting Prior to Board MeetingDate: Aug 16Time: 6:30 PM to 7:00 PMCalendar: HPS School Board
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Board of Education Meeting 7:00 PM to 8:30 PMBoard of Education MeetingDate: Aug 16Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PMCalendar: HPS School Board
This meeting is being conducted via Zoom under the Open Meetings Act 267 of 1976 15.263, Sec. 3. (2) and 15.263a (b) (i) (ii) as a result of the Ottawa County Commissioners declaration of an extended state of emergency through May 25, 2021 as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic. If you would like to make a public comment you may do so via Zoom. Board members may be contacted via the District website.
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6 Sep
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Board Study Session I 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMBoard Study Session IDate: Sep 6Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: HPS School BoardClick to join virtual meeting.
This meeting is being conducted via Zoom under the Open Meetings Act 267 of 1976 15.263, Sec. 3. (2) and 15.263a (b) (i) (ii) as a result of the Ottawa County Commissioners declaration of an extended state of emergency through May 25, 2021 as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic. If you would like to make a public comment you may do so via Zoom. Board members may be contacted via the District website.
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13 Sep
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Board Study Session I 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMBoard Study Session IDate: Sep 13Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: HPS School BoardClick to join virtual meeting.
The meeting is being conducted in a hybrid format with in-person for board members and district administration and encouraged via Zoom for all others,  in accordance with the Open Meetings Act 267 of 1976 15.263, Sec. 3. (2) and 15.263a (b) (i) (ii). Additionally, members of the public may both attend meetings and participate in public comment in person to the extent permitted under the OMA and following the requirements issued by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. If you would like to make public comment you may do so via Zoom. Board members may be contacted via the District website. Â
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Board Study Session II 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMBoard Study Session IIDate: Sep 13Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: HPS School Board
This meeting is being conducted via Zoom under the Open Meetings Act 267 of 1976 15.263, Sec. 3. (2) and 15.263a (b) (i) (ii) as a result of the Ottawa County Commissioners declaration of an extended state of emergency through May 25, 2021 as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic. If you would like to make a public comment you may do so via Zoom. Board members may be contacted via the District website.
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20 Sep
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Optional Prayer Meeting Prior to Board Meeting 6:30 PM to 7:00 PMOptional Prayer Meeting Prior to Board MeetingDate: Sep 20Time: 6:30 PM to 7:00 PMCalendar: HPS School Board
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Board of Education Meeting 7:00 PM to 8:30 PMBoard of Education MeetingDate: Sep 20Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PMCalendar: HPS School Board
This meeting is being conducted via Zoom under the Open Meetings Act 267 of 1976 15.263, Sec. 3. (2) and 15.263a (b) (i) (ii) as a result of the Ottawa County Commissioners declaration of an extended state of emergency through May 25, 2021 as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic. If you would like to make a public comment you may do so via Zoom. Board members may be contacted via the District website.
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4 Oct
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Board Study Session I 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMBoard Study Session IDate: Oct 4Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: HPS School BoardClick to join virtual meeting.
This meeting is being conducted via Zoom under the Open Meetings Act 267 of 1976 15.263, Sec. 3. (2) and 15.263a (b) (i) (ii) as a result of the Ottawa County Commissioners declaration of an extended state of emergency through May 25, 2021 as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic. If you would like to make a public comment you may do so via Zoom. Board members may be contacted via the District website.
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11 Oct
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Board Study Session I 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMBoard Study Session IDate: Oct 11Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: HPS School BoardClick to join virtual meeting.
The meeting is being conducted in a hybrid format with in-person for board members and district administration and encouraged via Zoom for all others,  in accordance with the Open Meetings Act 267 of 1976 15.263, Sec. 3. (2) and 15.263a (b) (i) (ii). Additionally, members of the public may both attend meetings and participate in public comment in person to the extent permitted under the OMA and following the requirements issued by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. If you would like to make public comment you may do so via Zoom. Board members may be contacted via the District website. Â
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Approved Board Minutes:
Board Minutes for May 17, 2021
Board Minutes for April 26, 2021
Board Minutes for March 15, 2021
Board Minutes for February 15, 2021
Board Minutes for January 18, 2021
2021 Annual Organizational Meeting - Dec. 21, 2020
Board Minutes for December 21, 2020
Board Minutes for November 16, 2020
Board Minutes for October 19, 2020
Board Minutes for September 21, 2020
Board Minutes for August 17, 2020
Bylaws and Policies
Effective bylaws and policies are at the core of successful school district governance. Maintaining bylaws and policies that reflect both local oversight and ever-changing state and federal laws is an enormous task. The Holland Board of Education contracts with Neola for these services.
Search our bylaws and policies manual.
Please note that once the Board of Education adopts a new or revised policy, it may take several weeks before the online bylaws and policies manual reflects those changes/updates.
If you have questions regarding this information, please contact Beth Kooiker in the Superintendent's Office at 616-494-2005.
Chain of Command/How to Communicate
Parents are often discouraged when they attempt to communicate with central office administrators and school board members and are sent back to building-based officials in order to resolve a problem their child may be experiencing in school. To prevent that frustration, parents can become informed about the “chain of command,” or where to begin the communication sequence regarding their problem or concern.
Many parent and community questions are easily and completely answered by communication directly with the educator in charge of the class or program. Each situation should be first addressed at whatever level the initial action was taken with appeals moving on to the next level on the chain of command. The easiest way to communicate is via e-mail, and a phone call is the next preferable way. Contact information such as e-mail addresses and phone numbers can be found on the district website.
On Matters Involving Instruction/Curriculum
- Classroom Teacher
- Principal
- Director of School Improvement
- Superintendent
- Board of Education
On Matters Involving Special Education Services
- Classroom Teacher
- Principal
- Director of Student Services
- Superintendent
- Board of Education
On Matters Involving Athletics
- Coach
- Athletic Director
- Superintendent
- Board of Education
On Matters Involving Student Discipline
- Classroom Teacher
- Principal
- Deputy Superintendent
- Superintendent
- Board of Education
On Matters Involving Facilities/Grounds/Building
- Principal
- Faciliities/Ground Supervisor
- Deputy Superintendent
- Superintendent
- Board of Education
On Matters Involving Transportation
- Bus Driver
- Transportation Supervisor
- Deputy Superintendent
- Superintendent
- Board of Education
On Matters Involving Food/Nutrition Services
- Principal
- Food/Nutrition Services Director
- Deputy Superintendent
- Superintendent
- Board of Education
Interpreters are available for families who need assistance.
Organizational Chart
School Board News
I am so excited to be in Holland! As I settle in to my new office, I wanted to briefly introduce myself
On this week's HPS podcast we’ll get to know the NEW Superintendent of Holland Public Schools as she answers questions from students, parents and the community.
This meeting has been canceled all meeting agenda items will be moved to Board Study Session II on Monday, July 12, 2021, 5:30 pm.
Keelean will begin at Holland Public Schools on July 1, replacing retiring Superintendent Dr. Brian Davis.
2021 School Building and Site Bonds, Series 1 | $24,420,000
The HPS School Board will enter into contract negotiations with Mrs. Shanie Keelean; selected as our next Superintendent. (See ful article for video of special board meeting.)
Click "Read Full Article" to watch the video from Tuesday's interviews and townhall meeting.
Members of the Holland School Board narrowed their search for the next Superintendent of Schools:
- Shanie Keelean, Associate Superintendent of School Leadership and Development, Waukegan Community Unit School District #60, Illinois
- Michael Pascoe Ph.D., Assistant Superintendent of Instruction, Portage Public Schools, Michigan
These candidates will meet members of the community during a Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, June 1, 6:30pm in the HPS Board Training Room.
A limited number of people can attend this meeting in-person; the board encourages you to attend via ZOOM.
4 of 7 Candidates for Superintendent meet members of the Board of Education. The remaining candidates will meet members on 5.27.21.
Interviews will be held in person on May 24 and 27 at the District Administration Office, 320 W. 24th Street.
HPS Board of Education votes to no longer require the quarantine of students considered "close-contacts" of positive cases at school with some exceptions. Any student who is currently on quarantine, and who is not impacted by one of the three conditions noted below, may return to school and extra-curricular activities effective immediately.
On Tuesday May 4, voters in Holland approved the $74 million Build 2021 bond proposal from Holland Public Schools. Today, we talk with Superintendent Dr. Brian Davis about what happens next.
Congratulations to these great student artists for earning District Art Awards:
- Tessa Nienhuis
- Maria Mead
- Ashlyn DePoy
- Tina Wu
- Neah Ayala
- Nayeli Trevino
- Nicole Souder
- Mickey Higgins
- Tyler Punch
- Claudia Kurniawan
