PRESCHOOL AT HPS

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February 17, 2025
What's Cooking!

NSBW25 will take place March 3-7, 2025. During this week we will have extra special breakfast items.

National School Breakfast Week (NSBW) celebrates the importance of a nutritious school breakfast in fueling students for success. This special observance during the first week of March celebrates the National School Breakfast Program and the many ways it gives students a great start every day. 

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February 12, 2025
Dear HPS Community - An Update from Superintendent Nick Cassidy

This week Superintendent Nick Cassidy met with HPS staff members to share HPS' 5-year Facility Plan. This plan will:

  • Ensure Every Student and Staff Member at HPS benefits from upgraded, 21st-century facilities
  • Provide equitable access to programming
  • Right-size our district to reduce operational costs
  • Allow us to invest in our students, staff, and programs
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December 23, 2024
Nurse Notes - Holiday Blues?

Many find the holidays a time of sadness and stress. A new study showed that 64% of people with mental illness report holidays make their conditions worse. But even without a diagnosis of a mental illness, sadness and stress are very real feelings.

Here are some suggestions to make the holidays less stressful and more joyful:

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December 15, 2024
What's Cooking | December

This month read more about:

  • HPS Nutrition Service is awarded grant to provide students with locally grown fruits & vegetables
  • Thank you to local food providers!

REMEMBER: All HPS students are provided Breakfast & Lunch at no cost!

Check out the menus for breakfast & lunch!
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December 10, 2024
HPSPodcast 5.18

This week we talk with Patty Beatty, Director of Early Childhood at HPS, about all the great things happening in our pre-school classrooms.

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GSRP is a grant-funded preschool program through MiLeap that is FREE for families who qualify.  Students must be 4 years-old by December 1 to enroll. Classes are offered at each of our Elementary buildings with a variety of family needs in mind. In 2024-2025, Our program will be offered at

  • West
  • HLA
  • Jefferson

 (Due to construction, pre-school programs will not be available at Holland Heights in 2024-2026.)


Holland Public Schools believes in partnering with parents and the community to develop and nurture each child’s unique academic, social , emotional, creative  and physical abilities through active learning.

Ready to Enroll?(follow this link to begin enrollment)

What you'll need:

  • Proof of address. (Please bring a current bill or lease agreement that shows your current address.)
  • Photo ID of parent or guardian enrolling the student.
  • Student's birth certificate
  • Immunization records
  • Complete name and address of previous school and phone number


For additional details regarding preschool enrollment, please contact Patty Beatty, at 616.494.2824

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  • 21 February
    thru February 24
  • 21 February
    thru February 24
  • 26 February
    • Early Release Day
      Date: Feb 26
      Calendar: District Calendar

      HTS/HLA  Dismissal | 2:21pm

      WST/JEF  Dismissal | 2:36pm


      HMS Dismissal | 1:42pm


      HHS Dismissal | 1:55pm

    • Early Release Day
      Date: Feb 26
      Calendar: HPS PreSchool

      HTS/HLA  Dismissal | 2:21pm

      WST/JEF  Dismissal | 2:36pm


      HMS Dismissal | 1:42pm


      HHS Dismissal | 1:55pm

  • 28 February
    • UNIFIED BASKETBALL
      Date: Feb 28
      Location: West Ottawa
      Calendar: District Calendar
  • 3 March
    thru March 7
    • INCLUSION WEEK - Dress Up Days
      Date: Mar 3 - Mar 7
      Calendar: District Calendar

      Monday | Rock your socks! -Mismatch fun

      Tuesday | Be on the team! -Jeresy day!

      Wednesday | Dress your interests! -superhero, art, trains, you pick

      Thursday | Sensory Day! -Soft, glittery

      Friday | School Spirit! -Red and White

  • 5 March
    • Early Release Day
      Date: Mar 5
      Calendar: HPS PreSchool

      HTS/HLA  Dismissal | 2:21pm

      WST/JEF  Dismissal | 2:36pm


      HMS Dismissal | 1:42pm


      HHS Dismissal | 1:55pm

    • Early Release Day
      Date: Mar 5
      Calendar: District Calendar

      HTS/HLA  Dismissal | 2:21pm

      WST/JEF  Dismissal | 2:36pm


      HMS Dismissal | 1:42pm


      HHS Dismissal | 1:55pm

  • 6 March
    • Superintendent's Open Office Hours
      Date: Mar 6
      Time: 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
      Location: District Administration Building - Lincoln Conference Room
      Calendar: District Calendar

      Superintendent Nick Cassidy holds Open Office Hours throughout the school year on the first Thursday of each month (with the exception of October and January ) at 8:00 am. 

      Open Office Hours will be held in the Lincoln Conference Room in the District Administration Office, 320 West 24th Street. The following is the 2023-24 schedule:

      September 5, 2024

      October 10, 2024

      November 7, 2024

      December 5, 2024

      January 9, 2025

      February 6, 2025

      March 6, 2025

      April 3, 2025

      May 1, 2025

      June 5, 2025

      During Open Office Hours, parents, students, staff, and community members are welcome to meet with the Superintendent for 10-minute appointments to share concerns, thoughts, or ideas. If more time is needed, an additional appointment can be scheduled for a later date.

      If you come to the Open Office Hours, please sign in. Appointments will be held on a "first-come, first-served" basis.

      Please contact Beth Kooiker in the Superintendent's Office if you have questions (616-494-2005).

    • Power H Shop 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
      Power H Shop
      Date: Mar 6
      Time: 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
      Location: Maplewood Elementary School, 925 Central Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USA
      Calendar: District Calendar
      The 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.
    • Find Your Fit @ HHS 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
      Find Your Fit @ HHS
      Date: Mar 6
      Time: 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
      Calendar: District Calendar

      Tour Holland High School | Meet your teachers | Find out about electives | Learn more about clubs & teams | Holland Early College | and more...

      For families of current 8th grade students - or students considering enrolling at Holland High School for the 2025-26 school year.

  • 7 March
    • UNIFIED BASKETBALL
      Date: Mar 7
      Location: Holland High School, 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USA
      Calendar: District Calendar
  • 12 March
    • Early Release Day
      Date: Mar 12
      Calendar: District Calendar

      HTS/HLA  Dismissal | 2:21pm

      WST/JEF  Dismissal | 2:36pm


      HMS Dismissal | 1:42pm


      HHS Dismissal | 1:55pm

    • Early Release Day
      Date: Mar 12
      Calendar: HPS PreSchool

      HTS/HLA  Dismissal | 2:21pm

      WST/JEF  Dismissal | 2:36pm


      HMS Dismissal | 1:42pm


      HHS Dismissal | 1:55pm

  • 14 March
  • 17 March
  • 19 March
    • Early Release Day
      Date: Mar 19
      Calendar: District Calendar

      HTS/HLA  Dismissal | 2:21pm

      WST/JEF  Dismissal | 2:36pm


      HMS Dismissal | 1:42pm


      HHS Dismissal | 1:55pm

    • Early Release Day
      Date: Mar 19
      Calendar: HPS PreSchool

      HTS/HLA  Dismissal | 2:21pm

      WST/JEF  Dismissal | 2:36pm


      HMS Dismissal | 1:42pm


      HHS Dismissal | 1:55pm

  • 26 March
    • Early Release Day
      Date: Mar 26
      Calendar: HPS PreSchool

      HTS/HLA  Dismissal | 2:21pm

      WST/JEF  Dismissal | 2:36pm


      HMS Dismissal | 1:42pm


      HHS Dismissal | 1:55pm

    • Early Release Day
      Date: Mar 26
      Calendar: District Calendar

      HTS/HLA  Dismissal | 2:21pm

      WST/JEF  Dismissal | 2:36pm


      HMS Dismissal | 1:42pm


      HHS Dismissal | 1:55pm

    • HPS 5-year Facility Plan Community Feedback
      Date: Mar 26
      Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
      Location: Holland Public Schools, 320 W 24th St | Board Training Room
      Calendar: District Calendar

      We will share the facility master plan, describe how our current and future bond projects will support proposed changes, how  show how this plan will provide us with the financial stability needed for Holland Public Schools to flourish.  This meetings will also allow community members to provide feedback on the proposed changes and needs of the district.

      Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/qtd-qvcw-smu Or dial: (US) +1 980-505-7012 PIN: 605489689# Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720
    • HPS 5-year Facility Plan Community Feedback
      Date: Mar 26
      Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
      Location: Holland Public Schools, 320 W 24th St | Board Training Room
      Calendar: HPS PreSchool

      We will share the facility master plan, describe how our current and future bond projects will support proposed changes, how  show how this plan will provide us with the financial stability needed for Holland Public Schools to flourish.  This meetings will also allow community members to provide feedback on the proposed changes and needs of the district.

      Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/qtd-qvcw-smu Or dial: (US) +1 980-505-7012 PIN: 605489689# Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720
  • 28 March
    • Half Day - ALL Students
      Date: Mar 28
      Calendar: District Calendar
      TK-5 | 8:30-11:35am HMS | 7:30-10:35am HHS | 7:45-10:50am
    • Half Day - ALL Students
      Date: Mar 28
      Calendar: HPS PreSchool
      TK-5 | 8:30-11:35am HMS | 7:30-10:35am HHS | 7:45-10:50am
  • 2 April
    • Early Release Day
      Date: Apr 2
      Calendar: District Calendar

      HTS/HLA  Dismissal | 2:21pm

      WST/JEF  Dismissal | 2:36pm


      HMS Dismissal | 1:42pm


      HHS Dismissal | 1:55pm

    • Early Release Day
      Date: Apr 2
      Calendar: HPS PreSchool

      HTS/HLA  Dismissal | 2:21pm

      WST/JEF  Dismissal | 2:36pm


      HMS Dismissal | 1:42pm


      HHS Dismissal | 1:55pm

  • 3 April
    • Superintendent's Open Office Hours
      Date: Apr 3
      Time: 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
      Location: District Administration Building - Lincoln Conference Room
      Calendar: District Calendar

      Superintendent Nick Cassidy holds Open Office Hours throughout the school year on the first Thursday of each month (with the exception of October and January ) at 8:00 am. 

      Open Office Hours will be held in the Lincoln Conference Room in the District Administration Office, 320 West 24th Street. The following is the 2023-24 schedule:

      September 5, 2024

      October 10, 2024

      November 7, 2024

      December 5, 2024

      January 9, 2025

      February 6, 2025

      March 6, 2025

      April 3, 2025

      May 1, 2025

      June 5, 2025

      During Open Office Hours, parents, students, staff, and community members are welcome to meet with the Superintendent for 10-minute appointments to share concerns, thoughts, or ideas. If more time is needed, an additional appointment can be scheduled for a later date.

      If you come to the Open Office Hours, please sign in. Appointments will be held on a "first-come, first-served" basis.

      Please contact Beth Kooiker in the Superintendent's Office if you have questions (616-494-2005).

    • Power H Shop 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
      Power H Shop
      Date: Apr 3
      Time: 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
      Location: Maplewood Elementary School, 925 Central Ave, Holland, MI 49423, USA
      Calendar: District Calendar
      The 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.
  • 4 April
    thru April 13
  • 4 April
    thru April 13

Every Day is an ADVENTURE at HPS Preschool:

  • Our day starts with breakfast to give our brain and body energy for the day.
  • During morning meeting we talk about the fun things we are going to do during the day.
  • We get to play outside with our friends, and explore our naturescape playgrounds.
  • In our classroom we learn through play during choice time. Our classrooms are set up with different areas, such as: art, library, math and science, blocks, toys and games, dramatic play, sensory and much more! 
  • Every day we have a large group read aloud, and also break into small groups where teachers work with students on specific learning objectives.
  • We get to eat a healthy lunch, and enjoy more time exploring on our playgrounds. 
  • By then, our bodies are getting tired, so we take a break with a rest time. 
  • We finish our day with a snack, and get ready to go home for the day.