Welcome to Jefferson Elementary

As Holland High School prepares to host the last home football game of the season, here is a reminder about some of the rules and expectations for students and families who attend the game:

• Middle school age and younger MUST be an accompanied by an adult.
• No student backpacks.
• No re-entry for any spectators.
• All school rules apply to events held at Hope College. 
• The stadium and parking lot is a drug free school zone which includes any vape products.
• HHS Students with 5Star App will be admitted for FREE.
• HMS Students with an athletics pass will be admitted for FREE.

Holland will host Godwin Heights at the Hope College Stadium, Thursday at 7pm. #GoDutch

We are excited to see everyone tonight at Open House from 4 pm-6 pm! 

Thursday is first day of school. It is a full day of school from 8:30 am- 3:36 pm. 

Donuts at Dawn on the playground from 8:10 am -8:40 am. Come enjoy a donut, take some pictures with your students and see them off on their first day!

Holland Public Schools is implementing Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Bus Expectations across our district's transportation services. This initiative aims to create a safe, respectful, and responsible environment for all students who utilize our school buses.

Districtwide Movie Night - Friday, August 28, 8pm | HHS Soccer Field

• MOVIE: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
• FREE!
• Bring Lawn Chairs and Blankets

Hosted by HHS Student senate.

Welcome Back to School!

We are thrilled to welcome you and your students back for another wonderful school year! There's so much excitement in the air as we prepare to start this new adventure together. We can't wait to see all the smiling faces and help every student grow and learn.

To help make the start of school as smooth as possible, we've gathered some important information below. Please take a moment to review these details, especially our pick-up and drop-off procedures.

2026-2027 Calendar Highlights

• First Day of School:  August 27
• Labor Day Weekend | No School: September 4-7
• Fall Break | No school: October 23
• Professional Development Day | No school: November 6
• Thanksgiving Break: November 25-27
• Holiday Break: December 20- January 3
• MLK Day | No School: January 18
• Midwinter Break: February 26-March 1
• Professional Development Day | No school: March 19
• Spring Break: April 2-April 11
• Professional Development Day | No school: April 23
• Memorial Day | No School: May 31
• Last Day of School: June 9

The first day of School is Thursday, August 27.

School Starts Thursday, August 27!

• Freshman Family Night - August 18 6-8pm | Holland High School
• 6th Grade Orientation Night- August 20 5-6:30pm | Holland Middle School
• Open House - Tuesday, August 25 4-6pm | Every HPS School

Check out the lists of suggested school supplies

Books & Games provides students with an hour of supervised reading, homework help, and games, plus a free breakfast an hour before school starts each morning.

• It also gives parents/guardians an extra hour to start their day or  to get to work on time!

Students must be registered Books & Games 1 day before attending.

We're getting ready for the first day of school and handling all the administrative business before the first day of school on August 27.

• Taking Care of Business Day is Tuesday, August 11
• Drop-in 1-6pm at Holland High School Office

For K-12 families who have NOT completed online registration OR who need assistance with:

• Registration or Enrollment
• Parent Portal
• Academic counseling
• Paying fees
• These services will NOT be available at Open House on Tuesday, August 25!

Students who need transportation during the first two weeks of school must register BEFORE Wednesday, August 12.