Connections 2021-22
The Connections after school program is being offered for Donahue, McMahon, and Morgan students for the 2021-22 school year. The Connections After School Program and Flyer with more information and program details will become available in September. If you would like to have your child/children participate in the Connections after school program, please complete the registration form when registration begins in September.
In addition to high-quality academic support and enrichment, students attending the after-school program will be able to choose from a wide variety of enrichment activities! The Department of Extended Learning After-school offerings include:
- Learn in Motion- Enrichment through organized sports
- Elite Nation- Strength Training and College and Career Readiness
- Scholastic ESports
- Arts
- Zumba
- Digital Book Club
- Camp Inventions
- Latin Dance and Culture
- Project Based Learning
Program Site Coordinators
Morgan: Dylan Casey, dcasey@hps.holyoke.ma.us, 413-534-2083
McMahon: Stephanie Morris, smorris@hps.holyoke.ma.us, 413-534-2062
Donahue: Iwona Langlois, ilanglois@hps.holyoke.ma.us, 413-534-2069
About Connections
We aim to provide bold, innovative, student-centered learning experiences after school that support schools in preparing every student to excel in college, career and community leadership.
Academic Support
Extra help, homework support and targeted, individualized learning activities from certified HPS teachers in all subject areas intended to support every Connections student in achieving academic success.
Enrichment
Enrichment activities will give students an opportunity to learn new skills, discover strengths and interests, make new friends and have fun. Enrichments will be offered in the areas of STEM, arts, character development, physical education, culture etc.
Recreation & Movement
Every student moves every day! Daily sports, games, and teams that will get students moving and engaging with peers.
Contact
Michelle Macklin
Director of Extended Learning & Professional Development
mmacklin@hps.holyoke.ma.us
Phone: 413-534-2000 Ext. 1404
Tiffany Allecia
Assistant Director of Enrichment & Extended Learning
tporter@hps.holyoke.ma.us
Phone: 413-612-5792
Acceleration Academy
Acceleration Academy students are immersed in fun Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) challenges that emphasize creative problem solving, collaboration and entrepreneurship through innovation.
