Mark Your Calendar – January 16th & 17th – HHS Academy Info Night for middle and high school students and families and community members- HHS Academy Info Night for middle and high school students and families and community members January 16th from 5:00 -… Read More
PRESS RELEASE – Amherst and Holyoke School Districts Awarded Bilingual Education Grant- January 11, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Amherst and Holyoke School Districts Awarded Bilingual Education Grant AMHERST, MA… Read More
1-10-19 Holyoke Update- January 10, 2019 Dear Families, Partners, and Colleagues, We would like to wish you a Happy New Year… Read More
Save the Date – January 15th for Current Holyoke Early College Families – Parent Orientation Session- Parent Orientation Session for Current Holyoke Early College Families Date: January 15th Time: 5:30-6:30 PM Location: Holyoke High School… Read More
NEW MIDDLE SCHOOL BUILDINGS DESIGN MEETINGS
We have held three community meetings to gather input on the designs for the construction of two new middle schools:
If you weren’t able to attend, view video of the October meeting below – attendees were able to look at designs, view a presentation, and share ideas.
44%
decrease in dropout rate
400%
increase in Dual Enrollment
7.8%
increase in graduation rate
Some HHS seniors were interviewed about their future...
Life After High School for HHS Students
hhsherald.com
As a senior in high school, it is hard to know what you want to pursue in life. You either have the mindset for college, work, or the military.Check out the Caught in the Act Performance Review...
Review written by staff reporter, Charlie Brunette '20.
Some great sports going on at Holyoke High School. Here are highlights of the HHS Boys Basketball team win over Chicopee Comp on Thursday, January 10, 2019. For the full game go to www.youtube.com/watch?v=modUo70IbE0
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.
