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January 5, 2026
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Friday, April 24

No School on Friday, April 24

Students have the day off on Friday, April 24. Teachers & Staff will participate in Professional Development during the day.

April 29

Registration/Enrollment Block Party & Ice Cream Social

Get the Scoop on the 2026-27 School Year

Wednesday, April 29, 5:30-7pm at Holland Middle School

  • Ice Cream Sundaes!
  • Get assistance with Student Registration or Enrollment
  • Fun Family Activities!
  • Community Partners & Local Agencies
Register for the 26-27 School Year
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April 30-May15

2026 District Art Show

The HPS Art Department is proud to show the incredible works of art created by students from all HPS buildings. 

  • April 30-May15 in the Art Gallery at Holland High School

An Opening Night reception will be held on April 30, 4:30-6pm in the Art Gallery at Holland High School.

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April 27-May 8

Social Emotional Learning Survey - Spring 2026

As part of our district’s ongoing efforts to create a safe, welcoming, and supportive learning environment for all students, your child will be invited to take a Social Emotional Learning Survey April 27-May 8.

  • The results of the survey will help our staff strengthen programs and support that increase our learner’s awareness and competency with social emotional skills.
  • Results of the survey will be published in late May on the district website.
PDF File See results from the Winter 2026 SEL Survey
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Emma Deenik - SHORE Club
Wednesday, April 22

HPSPodcast 6.30

The Holland High School S.H.O.R.E Club will celebrate Earth Day next week... and you're invited to celebrate with them!

Details about the SHORE Club Earth Day Craft Night
Thursday, May 7

Jefferson - Tulip Time KinderParade 2026

HPS Students (Grades 1-5) are invited to march in the Tulip Time KinderParade on Thursday May 7. If you are planning on your child walking in the parade, they must have a costume and you must fill out this form by Monday, May 4.

Jefferson - Parade Permission Slip
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May 1 & 2

2026 Tulip Time Costume Rental - $5

For HPS students, Grades 1-5, marching in the KinderParade on Thursday, May 7.

  • Friday, May 1 | 4:30-7pm 
  • Saturday, May 2 | 9:30-12pm

NEW LOCATION Maplewood Elementary, 925 Central Ave.

April 13, 2026

SHORE Club Earth Day Craft Night

Wednesday, April 22, 5-7pm in the HHS Commons

  • For all HPS Families: K-12!
  • A fun family craft with members of the HHS SHORE Club
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April 10, 2026

Connor Fowler Receives Teachers Live Here Grant

Connor Fowler is the latest HPS Teacher to receive a Teachers Live Here grant. He was awarded $27,300 in down payment assistance toward the purchase of a home in the area.

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August 1, 2026

2026-27 Student Registration

As we prepare for the start of the next school year, it's time to register your student for 2026-27. This is something we ask ALL current HPS families to do EVERY year. Completing the registration lets us know:

  • Your student(s) will be returning next year!
  • Your household contact information is up to date
  • Your student health information is up to date
  • if you are requesting transportation for the 2026-2027 school year (Deadline to request bussing is August 1.)

Without this information, your student can not be added to a class list for next year OR have a class schedule created for them.

It doesn't take long to update this information in your Parent Portal account - but it is so important that you do it very soon!
Need help with Registration? Visit us at the Registration Block Party on April 29.
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Upcoming Events

  • 29 April
    • Registration Block Party! 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
      Registration Block Party!
      Date: Apr 29
      Time: 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
      Location: Holland Middle School, 373 E 24th St, Holland, MI 49423, USA
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
      Get assistance with Student Registration or Enrollment Fun Family Activities! Community Partners & Local Agencies Register for the 26-27 School Year Community Partners who'll be there. Be Better Holland Children's Advocacy Center Enviro-Clean Girl Scouts Herrick District Library Holland Aquatic Center Holland Parks and Recreation Hope College CASA and Step Up Hope College Educational Outreach IAMACADEMY LAUP MDHHS Prevention Midtown Counseling OCDOPH Ottawa CMH Second Story Counseling
  • 30 April
    • HPS Art Show - Recpetion 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
      HPS Art Show - Recpetion
      Date: Apr 30
      Time: 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
      Location: Holland High School 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, United States
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
  • 30 April
    thru May 15
    • HPS Art Show 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
      HPS Art Show
      Date: Apr 30 - May 15
      Time: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
      Location: Holland High School 600 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423, United States
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
  • 7 May
  • 20 May
    • Field Day
      Date: May 20
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
  • 25 May
  • 28 May
    • Jefferson Carnival
      Date: May 28
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
      Time and specifics TBD
  • 2 June
  • 3 June
  • 25 August
    • OPEN HOUSE 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
      OPEN HOUSE
      Date: Aug 25
      Time: 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
      Location: Jefferson Elementary School, 282 W 30th St, Holland, MI 49423, USA
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
  • 27 August
  • 2 September
    • Early Release Wednesday
      Date: Sep 2
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
      • Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:36pm
  • 4 September
    thru September 7
    • HOLIDAY BREAK
      Date: Sep 4 - Sep 7
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
  • 9 September
    • Early Release Wednesday
      Date: Sep 9
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
      • Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:36pm
  • 16 September
    • Early Release Wednesday
      Date: Sep 16
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
      • Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:36pm
  • 23 September
    • Early Release Wednesday
      Date: Sep 23
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
      • Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:36pm
  • 30 September
    • Early Release Wednesday
      Date: Sep 30
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
      • Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:36pm
  • 7 October
    • Early Release Wednesday
      Date: Oct 7
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
      • Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:36pm
  • 13 October
  • 14 October
    • Early Release Wednesday
      Date: Oct 14
      Calendar: Jefferson Calendar
      • Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:36pm
  • 21 October

Jefferson Elementary
282 West 30th Street
Holland, MI 49423
Phone: 616-494-2500
Fax: 616-393-7569

Staff & Teachers

School Times:

 

  • Full Day | 8:30am* - 3:36pm
  • Wednesday Early Dismissal | 2:36pm
  • Half Day | 8:30* - 11:35am

*Please do not arrive at school earlier than 8:15

 

Jefferson Office Hours:

  • 8am- 3:35pm | M-F (August-June)

 Jefferson Media Center 

STEM Resources

Holland Elementary Schools Breakfast & Lunch Menu

Morning Drop-off:

  • For the safety of our students during morning drop-off time, please remember the following:
  • Pull your vehicle all of the way forward to the curve (by the playground gate) to unload your student(s).
  • After your student(s) has exited your vehicle, please pull forward, out of the way, so that the next car may unload.  
  • Students may only be dropped at the curb by the playground.  Students may not  be dropped off in the outer lane of the parking lot, on the street, or in the front of the building.
  • Parking is NOT allowed curbside!  Please park in the parking lot if you need to stay longer or get out of your car with your child.  This will help keep traffic moving!

Afternoon Pick Up

  • For the safety of our students during afternoon pick-up time, please remember the following:
  • Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and Kindergarten students will be picked up at the West doors on VanRaalte Avenue. Door #13
  • Siblings of TK and Kindergarten students will also picked up at door #13.
  • 1st-5th graders will be picked up in the parking lot.  There is a “drive” lane and a “pick-up” lane.  Students may only be picked up at the curb, not in the “drive” lane.  
  • PLEASE, PLEASE, no parking in the pick up or drive lanes.  We are trying to keep traffic moving quickly and safely for everyone.
  • All of the siblings will be picked up at the youngest child’s waiting place. This will allow parents to only have to make one stop.
  • Please do not motion students across the traffic lanes to the parking lot, or motion students into the traffic lanes to get into your vehicle.  We want to keep our students safe!

Holland Public Schools Student Handbook

We are Here For You and your student.

Click here for emotional & mental health resources.

Volunteer at Jefferson:

We love when parents or guardians get involved. Make sure to fill out the district volunteer form (once each school year) and return it to the office.