Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Information  

Be Nice. Week: This Friday night, the women's and men's varsity basketball games are Be Nice. games. Come out and find out more about Be Nice.

The first part of the be nice action plan is to NOTICE. Notice what is right and good, and what is different about yourself or those around you. Signs and symptoms to notice:

• tired / decreased energy

• anger / increased irritability

• loss of interest in activities 

• Isolation from friends and family

• persistent sad, anxious or empty feelings

• overeating or lack of appetite

• feelings of guilt and worthlessness

If you notice these changes in others, tell a trusted adult or call 988. Someone showing these changes may be experiencing a mental health crisis and needs your help. 

National Art Honor Society: There will be a National Art Honor Society meeting during A lunch on Wednesday, Jan 14.  Please plan to grab your lunch and meet in Mrs. Sligh's room! Meeting minutes will be posted after for those of you who are in B lunch.

Lunch Game Room: There is a new official game room in room J1831 by the bathrooms that will be open to everyone for both lunches. There are board games, digital phone games, and handheld systems. Check it out during lunch.

Holland Forensics: Do your teachers say you talk too much? You should join forensics! The Holland High Forensics team is recruiting new members to join our team for the upcoming season. Whether you enjoy research, current events, writing, or performing arts, the Forensics team has a spot for you. Forensics is a competitive speaking team, where students compete individually or in small groups against students from around the state. Come to our informational meeting after school from 3:00-3:45 on Monday, January 12 in Mrs. Ozimek's fashion room (B1205) to learn more.

Power H Award: Help us recognize the staff members who are having an incredible impact on students and families at Holland High School. Nominate someone for the Power H IMPACT Award.https://www.hollandpublicschools.org/pub/news/posts/3411

Snowcoming Dance: The annual Snowcoming Dance is this month! Get your Tickets and Guest Passes on time!
When: Saturday, January 31, 2026; 8-11pm

Where: The Holland Civic Center
Get your tickets at: hhsdances.ludus.com or in the SSO after school or during lunch starting Monday, Jan. 12. Ticket sales end promptly at 3:15 pm, Friday, January 30th.
Tickets are $15 each if you are a Holland student. Non-HHS Guest Tickets are $20
Non HHS Guests are required to have a Guest Pass submitted no later than 3:00 pm on Wednesday, January 28th. Pick one up in the SSO and return to the SSO when completed.

Sports - https://hollandathletics.com/

Women's Tennis: Women's Tennis head coach Annika Williams will be holding workouts after school on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Workouts will begin after school Wednesday, January 21. Students should meet in the upstairs area of the commons. 

Speed Training: Attention, athletes. Starting next week, there will be winter speed workouts every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:10 - 3:50 pm led by track coaches.  If you are looking to improve in any sport, speed always helps!  Bring a friend. We will meet in the "Upper Deck" of the Commons.  Go Dutch!

Word of the Day

Umbrage refers to a feeling of being offended by what someone has said or done. It is often used in the phrase “take umbrage.”

Some listeners took umbrage at the podcaster’s remarks about the event.