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
Proud of our students!Shout out to Mrs Sherburne’s 4th and 5th grade classes! To honor Earth Day they went out and picked up trash on our campus. They collected over 15 lbs of trash! Thank you for taking pride in your school and keeping our Earth clean!
We hope you enjoy these photos of the ABL Bingo event that recently took place at Donahue School. The event was a fundraiser to support a field trip to the zoo.
We hope you can make it to the "Parent University: Math Carnival!" taking place on April 27th, from 10:00am-2:00 pm at Holyoke High School. The event will feature workshops, a Robot-Themed Escape Room, a Slime Room, a STEM Room and more. It's open to HPS students of all ages and their families -- and free transportation will be provided!
Please check out the flyer below for more general and bus schedule information.
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.
