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We're Hiring
We're busy this summer hiring great people to work with the great kids at Holland Public Schools.
We currently have openings for:
- Bus Drivers
- Lunch Servers
- Cleaning Services
- Substitute Teachers
- More!

June 20, 2025 Board of Education, Special Meeting

HPSPodcast 5.38
This week we talk with Candis Deboer about Period Project 49423.

West Summer School 2025: Week 1
We’re excited to welcome Pre-K-3rd grade students to our elementary summer school program at West Elementary beginning Monday, June 16! Our summer session focuses on learning through exploration, creativity, and hands-on experiences—both in the classroom and outdoors.
Please remember:
Students will be spending time outside each day, so it’s important that they come prepared. To help your child have a successful and comfortable experience, please send them with the following:
Weather-appropriate clothing
Comfortable, closed-toe shoes for walking and play
Sunscreen and bug spray (applied before school)
A refillable water bottle labeled with their name
A hat or cap for sun protection (optional but encouraged)
Thank you for helping us keep your child safe, active, and ready to learn!
If you have any questions, please contact us at 616-494-2350.
We’re looking forward to a fun and enriching summer!

7-Day Meal Box
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

Public Notice - Change of Dates for Board Study Session and Regular Board Meeting July 2025

Kindergarten Readiness Camp
Created by Ready for School and delivered by teachers, Kindergarten Readiness Camp combines the routines of a typical school day with play to build the academic and social skills that kindergarten teachers say they want to see in their students. When a child is curious, asks questions, and is comfortable in the classroom environment, it helps with being ready to learn.
- June 16 - July 31 at West Elementary
- FREE for all HPS families with a K-student enrolled in the 2025-2026 school year
- Breakfast and Lunch provided at no cost
- Transportation available

BOE Committee meetings will not be held in July

HPSPodcast 5.37
This week, we talk with Alba Rodriguez Lima, the State Champion in High Jump!


Kooyer Wins National Grant for Summer Fellowship
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.

2025-2026 Important Dates
Calendar Highlights:
- First Day of School | Thursday, August 21
- Homecoming | Friday, October 10
- Thanksgiving Holiday | November 26 - November 30
- Holiday Break | December 20 - January 4
- MLK Day | Monday, January 19
- Mid-Winter Break| Friday, February 27 - Monday, March 2
- Spring Break | Friday, April 3 - Sunday, April 12
- Class of 2026 Commencement |Tuesday, May 19
- Last Day of School | Wednesday, June 3
These dates are tentative, pending ratification of The Board of Education at the April Board of Education Meeting.
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