Attendance Matters
Missing just two school days a month means that a student misses 10% of the school year. Listen to parent volunteers, students, teachers and staff talk about why it is so important to be in school on time every day.
Learn more about the importance of school attendance.
1,500
new laptops purchased for students
7
percentage point increase in English Language Arts proficiency
400%
increase in Dual Enrollment
HHS students in Mrs. Henshaw's class are creating some amazing posters about the importance of daily attendance and punctuality. They joined our Facebook Challenge - #SchoolEveryDay! We will be sharing these spectacular works of art throughout the year for all to enjoy!
Vote HHS student-athlete Leesandro Colon for Masslive Athlete of the Week!
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Athlete of the Week: Aaron Landry, Jon Farrell, Leesandro Colon, Lucas Morales-Fernandez, Matt Ashe
Big win Friday night for the Holyoke High School Football Team! Holyoke 38 - Agawam 7.
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, 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.