6-22-18 Holyoke Update - Dear Families, Partners, and Colleagues, I would like to share information with you about the following topics: Presenting the Read More
HPS Connections Newsletter Volume 16, Issue 2 - The HPS Connections Newsletter has been awarded the Apex Award for publication excellence. What’s happening in the Holyoke Public Schools? Read More
6-15-18 Holyoke Update - Dear Families, Partners, and Colleagues, I would like to share information with you about the following topics: Summer Reading Read More
June 22nd – Seminar for Special Education Students who have recently arrived from Puerto Rico and their families - Support Services and Transition Resources for Special Education Students Save the date for this seminar that is for Special Read More
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Dear Families, Partners, and Colleagues, I would like to share information with you about the following topics: Presenting the Fiscal Year 2019 Operating Budget; Gary Rome Recognized for Generosity to HPS Students; Appreciation Celebration of Parent Volunteers; Holyoke STEM Academy Hosts Open House; Farewell to School Year 2017-18 - Thank you shoutouts; Summer Learning Offerings; Summer Food Service Program; Summer Reading Challenge; School Year 2018-19 Information (Important Dates, Calendars and Bell Times); Apply today for Pre-K, Kindergarten; Upcoming Events and News Briefs. [ 3,753 more words ]
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Dear Families, Partners, and Colleagues, I would like to share information with you about the following topics: Presenting the Fiscal Year 2019 Operating Budget; Gary Rome Recognized for Gen…For the 2018-2019 school year, weather work will be assigned to students on snow days. This could reduce the number of school days in June. More details to come.
Congratulations to HPS Chief of Family and Community Engagement Ileana Cintron who was honored yesterday by Nueva Esperanza and the Board of the Puerto Rican Cultural District in Holyoke. Also honored were the Mujeres a la Vanguardia, and Director of Holyoke Public Library Maria Pagan for their service and commitment to the Puerto Rican Community of Holyoke at the 2nd Annual People’s Puerto Rican Flag Raising Ceremony that took place at Carlos Vega Park. Family Engagement at Holyoke Public Schools
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.
