Save the Date – April 27th Parent Power Math Expo – Empowering Our Children’s Math Learning- MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Parent University: Math Carnival! Empowering Our Children's Math Learning We hope that all HPS families can come… Read More
4-11-19 Holyoke Update- Dear Families, Partners, and Colleague, We would like to share information with you about the following topics in this… Read More
Save the Date – April 24th is the 7th Annual Autism Resource Night For Families of Children with Autism- 7th Annual Autism Resource Night For Families of Children with Autism The Holyoke Public Schools Autism Programs is sponsoring this… Read More
PRESS RELEASE: Lawrence School Unveils Sensory Walk for Students- PRESS RELEASE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Lawrence School Unveils Sensory Walk for Students Sensory walks have recently become popular in… 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
Please take a moment to watch Alisso Izzo (HPS District Behavior Specialist), Kendra Phillips (HPS Occupational Therapist) and Noel Sherman (Positive Regard Network) discuss the many benefits of Lawrence School's sensory walk on WGBY Connecting Point. Thank you to Carolee McGrath for taking the time talk with our HPS specialists!
For more information about the Sensory Walk: www.hps.holyoke.ma.us/2019/03/21/press-release-lawrence-school-unveils-sensory-walk-for-students/Settling down for a long day at school can be hard for little ones. For children with ADHD and other sensory challenges, a full school day can be particularl...
Welcome back from spring break! Now it's time to jump back into the school rhythm again, and to strive for fewer than five absences this school year.
Nicole Vega, a student in Mrs. Henshaw’s class at HHS North, created this poster to convey the importance of regular school attendance. Read more at www.hps.holyoke.ma.us/families/attendance/
The Holyoke School Committee Meeting is taking place tomorrow, from 6:00-8:00pm. All are welcome.
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.
