9-19-19 Holyoke Update - Dear Families, Partners, and Colleagues, We would like to share information with you about the following topics in this… Read More
Programa de Liderazgo para Padres Latinos (PLPL)Is coming to Western Massachusetts this fall! - Families, if you want to improve your understanding of special education rights so you can better address your child’s needs,… Read More
PRESS RELEASE – Holyoke Receives $750,000 to Support Preschool Access - September 5, 2019 PRESS RELEASE - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Holyoke Receives $750,000 to Support Preschool Access HOLYOKE, MA… Read More
Open House Schedule - Attending an open house at your child's school is a great way to get to know not only your child's… Read More
WHY IS HOLYOKE CONSIDERING BUILDING TWO NEW MIDDLE SCHOOLS?
Click here to learn more and watch the videos from project architects and project manager about the project goals, designs, background, process, cost, funding, and schedule.
23%
decrease in dropout rate
12X
increase of students in early college & dual enrollment
20%
increase in graduation rate
Check out HPS most recent news in this week's Holyoke Update -
* New Free APP for Families of Students Riding Busses -View where your child’s bus is at all times,
* Middle School Buildings Project Update – The City of Holyoke released updated financial projections for the proposed project which shows a significant decrease in the expected annual cost to Holyoke taxpayers,
* Criminal Background Check Policies,
*After School Programming info,
*UMass Amherst Student-Athletes Deliver School Supplies to Morgan School,
*Pioneer Valley Asthma Coalition receives EPA Environmental Merit Award,
* Programa de Liderazgo para Padres Latinos (PLPL) is coming to WMass,
* 10th-Grade Performing Media Arts Academy (PMA) Town Hall,
* Opportunity Academy,
* Retired Teachers Honored, and more!
"I love watching my students become better readers and writers throughout the year!" - Elizabeth Norcross, Morgan Jags, 4th-grade ELA
Please help us in welcoming Elizabeth Norcross, a new educator, to our school community!
Enrichment for Every Student
HPS is taking learning outside the classroom. Thanks to partnerships with many local and national organizations we have doubled enrichment opportunities each week to engage and inspire students. The full school day in our elementary and middle schools provides expanded opportunities for students to explore their interests in the sciences, the arts, sports, and local and world cultures
Access to Technology
Today’s students are tomorrow’s engineers, scientists, researchers and programmers. Through new technology and online programs, we’re connecting students with the opportunities that await them beyond high school.
Improved High School Experience for All
HPS’ redesigned high school experience focuses on providing real-world learning opportunities for every student. We’ve quadrupled the number of college courses HPS high school students can access on and off campus through partnerships with HCC, Westfield State and UMass.
9th grade students have the opportunity to explore a range of college and career pathways. In 10th-12th grade, students focus on their interests and develop plans for success beyond HPS. We welcome and support overaged and under credited students back to school with new pathways to the diploma.
Expansion of Choice Programs
At HPS, we understand that each student has different strengths and interests. We’ve expanded choice programs, including dual language immersion, the health sciences, STEM, and P3 (a personalized learning program). Free Preschool programs are now in every neighborhood school and boast family friendly scheduling options
High Quality Teaching and Learning
We’ve invested in recruiting and retaining top quality educators who inspire bold thinking, recognize student potential, and encourage all students to work towards their goals. The full school day increases time for teacher planning and development. New curriculum materials in math and ELA along with a laptop for each teacher will support engaging instruction.
