Early College
Program Description
Partnered with Davenport University to provide students a pathway to earn an Associate’s Degree, with college classes starting in 9th grade. Located at Holland High School, as a “school within a school,” where students benefit from both a small learning community and access to robust athletic and extracurricular programs.
Holland Early College students…
- build a permanent college transcript, transferable to 4-year universities;
- earn up to 60 college credits, by the end of their 13th year (in addition to their Holland High School diploma);
- take their first college class in 9th grade, another in 10th, and commit fully to the program in 11th grade;
- gain confidence, set academic and career goals, and experience remarkable success;
- can access HPS transportation to the Davenport University Holland campus;
- show increased college persistence and are more likely to complete college courses and degrees, than non-early college peers;
- save money! College costs including registration, fees, textbooks, and materials needed to complete the courses of study are covered by HPS.
Holland Early College students are supported by…
- engaging, relevant, and rigorous project-based learning;
- technology that supports innovation, collaboration, and self-directed learning;
- an empowering campus culture that builds trust, respect, self-management, and motivation;
- comprehensive student supports embedded into their experience at Holland Early College;
- support from their peers, families, college, and community.
Holland Early College graduates have said...
“I honestly have no idea what I would've done without this program. It's helped me discover myself and learn who I am as a person. I've learned responsibility, respect, and how motivation can really push you to do the best you can. I've learned that time management is everything, as well as the support of the people who care about you. I thank the people who were able to make my college education possible. Because of them, I know who I am, what I want to do with my life, and the kind of person I want to be in the future.”
“I'd like to express my gratitude to the Early College program for providing me with this education. It was a stressful few years but now I realize how much money I saved and how many credits I've earned. It was a unique experience and I hope other kids can take advantage of this opportunity.”
HHS / HEC / HVRT News
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Ambria Depoy, Johanna Mulder, Aiden Lambers, and Lexi Gibson will run in the D2 Cross Country State finals at the Michigan International Speedway next week Saturday. GoDutch!
November Family Engagement Night
Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and celebrate our community together!
- Thursday, November 14, 5-7pm at Jefferson Elementary (open to ALL HPS family)
- Enjoy engaging social-emotional learning activities hosted by our community partners
- Sign up for holiday gift assistance with the Salvation Army.
- FREE food for everyone!
HPSPodcast 5.11
The Holland Orchestra will perform their annual Decomposer's Festival - Antics in the Attic on October 23, 7pm in the HHS Commons. We talk to senior Elanor McMullen about the concert, about playing in the Orchestra, and what she loves about Holland High School.
HPS is a MI HEARTSafe School District
The Michigan Alliance for Prevention of Sudden Cardiac Death of the Young is recognizing HPS as a MI HEARTSafe School District. West, Holland Heights, Jefferson, and Holland Middle School received the award for the first time, HLA was awarded last year, and Holland High School has been awarded a HEARTSafe designation four times.
- To receive the award schools must have:
- A Medical Emergency Response Plan
- A Medical Emergency Response Team
- CPR/AED Training for staff
- Accessible and Maintained AEDs
In the last year, over 130 staff members have been CPR/AED trained with another 70 for the near future.
Students and Staff at HPS are safer because of the hard work of our Holland Hospital School Nurses, the Holland Fire Department, Safety Director Joe Soto, the Michigan Alliance for Prevention of Sudden Cardiac Death of the Young, and Project Adam (Automated Defibrillators in Adam' Memory)
Fall Conferences & PBIS Family Survey
Thank you for attending Fall Parent Teacher Conferences at Holland High School! Over two evenings (6 hours) of conferences, we met with families of 267 students, which represents 27% of our student population. We’re always looking for new ways to engage our families. If you have suggestions, feel free to reach out to Mrs. Mehall at amehall@hollandpublicschools.org.
Another way to give feedback is through our PBIS Family Survey. The survey is quick—just a few minutes of your time—but it gives us valuable feedback to help improve our school community!
Click here to complete the survey!
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1 November
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No School - All StudentsDate: Nov 1Calendar: Holland High CalendarStaff Professional Development
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6 November
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Senior College Application Celebration 10:15 AM to 11:15 AMSenior College Application CelebrationDate: Nov 6Time: 10:15 AM to 11:15 AMCalendar: Holland High Calendar
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Early Release Day 1:55 PM to 2:25 PMEarly Release DayDate: Nov 6Time: 1:55 PM to 2:25 PMCalendar: Holland High Calendar
HHS Dismissal | 1:55pm
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7 November
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Power H Shop 4:30 PM to 6:00 PMPower H ShopDate: Nov 7Time: 4:30 PM to 6:00 PMLocation: Maplewood Elementary School, 925 Central Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USACalendar: Holland High CalendarThe Power H Shop is an initiative to support families experiencing crisis or financial hardship, by providing free household items through a dignified retail setting, and thus alleviating a family's financial hardship.
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11 November
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Veteran's Day Assembly 10:05 AM to 11:05 AMVeteran's Day AssemblyDate: Nov 11Time: 10:05 AM to 11:05 AMLocation: Holland High School, 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USACalendar: Holland High CalendarPlease join us for the 87th Veteran's Day program held in the Dutch Dome (gym) , 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423. If you are a Veteran or family member of a veteran, you are invited to a lunch immediately following the program in the Performing Arts Center lobby.
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13 November
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Early Release Day 1:55 PM to 2:25 PMEarly Release DayDate: Nov 13Time: 1:55 PM to 2:25 PMCalendar: Holland High Calendar
HHS Dismissal | 1:55pm
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14 November
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Family Engagement Night 5:00 PM to 7:00 PMFamily Engagement NightDate: Nov 14Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PMLocation: Jefferson Elementary School, 282 W 30th St, Holland, MI 49423, USACalendar: Holland High CalendarEnjoy engaging social-emotional learning activities hosted by our community partners, and take advantage of the opportunity to sign up for holiday gift assistance with the Salvation Army. Plus, we’ll have **free food** for everyone! Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and celebrate our community together. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Holland Early College
600 VanRaalte Avenue
Holland, MI 49423
Phone: 616-494-2200
Fax: 616-393-7534
School Times:
- Full Day | 7:45am-2:55pm
- Wednesday Early Dismissal | 1:55pm
- Half Day | 7:45-10:50am
Office Hours:
- 7:10am- 3:15pm | M-F (August-June)
HHS Media Center
Schedule
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Daily Schedule
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Weekly Schedule (updated 8/23)
Student Handbook
Signing In & Signing Out
If a student needs to leave school for an appointment, please use the following procedure:
Parents/Guardians must call the 24-hour attendance line 494-2200 the night before or prior to the start of the school day, or send a note with your student to be turned into the office.
Students are reminded to stop in the Attendance Office in the morning, during lunch, or prior to class, they need to leave to obtain a RED pass giving them permission to leave class.
The student must sign out with the Attendance Secretary before leaving and upon returning to school. A pass will be given to allow the student back into class.
Anyone leaving without signing out is automatically UNEXCUSED.
Following the above procedures will alleviate waiting long periods of time in the office while staff searches for a student who is in gym class or not in their assigned classrooms. Some have missed their appointments due to this issue.
Student Parrking Permits
The parking lot is the property of Holland Public Schools and parking in this lot is a privilege. In accordance with school policy and state mandates, school personnel may search cars.
Students who find it necessary to drive to school MUST park in the assigned student parking lot. Staff parking lots are prohibited from 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. All students must have their cars registered. Forms are available in the HHS office. There is a $20.00 fee for parking permits.
Students are not permitted to sit in cars or loiter in the parking lots during the school day or during any school-sponsored events. Students may lose parking privileges for doing so.
Any student driver who drives in an unsafe and reckless manner, or violates vehicle nuisance statutes, is subject to legal penalties that may include penalty points on the students' driving record. Furthermore, the student is subject to loss of driving/parking privileges on school property and may be suspended from school.
Students are totally responsible for their car no matter who they may loan it to and other situations that may occur.
Parking Violations
Holland High School has purchased a device called "the boot" which can be placed on the wheel of an improperly parked or non-registered car making it impossible to drive away without its removal.
Parking in staff parking lots, the front drop-off and parking area, on the grass, in restricted places such as fire lanes, or in unmarked places at the end of rows are causes for having "the boot" placed on your vehicle. In addition, unregistered vehicles and vehicles not displaying their parking tags are subject to getting "the boot."
There is a $10.00 fine for the first violation for vehicles that are registered. Non-registered vehicles will be charged $30 for parking violations. Penalties increase for subsequent violations.
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Transcripts
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Volunteer at HEC:
We love when parents or guardians get involved. Make sure to fill out thie district volunteer form (once each school year) and return it to the office.