Holyoke Public Schools

Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations, Humans of OA, and stronger teacher retention rates in this edition of Together for Holyoke: https://holyokepsma.edurooms.com/engage/holyoke-public-schools/newsletters/together-for-holyoke-october-6-2025

1 day ago, Holyoke Public Schools

Interim Superintendent Anthony Soto surprised five students in their classrooms on Friday with news that they received awards for participating in the district’s Summer Reading Challenge presented in partnership with the Holyoke Public Library. Hierianna Wiley, Catalina Stallings, Ramona Provost, Lorena Berroa, and Jackson Pennant each took home a tablet or scooter, a new T-shirt, and a certificate to celebrate their outstanding summer reading.

4 days ago, Holyoke Public Schools

It’s International Translation Day! 🥳

Language translation and interpretation services in school aren’t just helpful — they’re essential! Families have a right to equal access to education, which includes having someone available in the language that you speak during meetings, school-wide events, conferences, and more. When one of our 150 qualified interpreters perform this work, barriers between families and school are removed.

At HPS, we aim to have as many interpreters as possible in each of our buildings by helping teachers, FACE coordinators, counselors, and more become certified interpreters. If you are a current staff member who speaks English along with Spanish, Haitian Creole, French, Portuguese, or Arabic, this free program might be for you.

Learn more and register: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGFIvYInYU/cwdrRl64ynnrm8vObW357Q/view?

7 days ago, Holyoke Public Schools

Hey families, check this out! 👇

8 days ago, Holyoke Public Schools

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Holyoke High School North seniors Jaydasen Otero, Avery Feliciano, Julia Guzik, and Jyzaha Perez introduce themselves and share their experiences in the inaugural episode of the Herald’s podcast “Unscripted.”

9 days ago, Holyoke Public Schools

We invite you to attend the Holyoke SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council) and Holyoke Public Schools' Introduction to SEPAC and the 2025-26 elections on October 1, from 6-7 PM . Read more: https://www.hps.holyoke.ma.us/article/2447619

12 days ago, Holyoke Public Schools

Ahoy, ye mateys! 🏴‍☠️⚓️ Lawrence Lions celebrated spirit week with a sea-worthy finale: Pirate day. Staff and students enjoyed dressing up in their finest eyepatches, bandanas, and peglegs—and of course, talking like pirates, too.

12 days ago, Holyoke Public Schools

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Scenes from the “walking school bus” 🚌.

Teacher Samantha Morin captured these shots during a recent walk to school alongside Morgan School’s “walking school bus,” an organized route that students join in the morning and afternoon on their way to and from school. The walking school bus provides more than just safety—it’s an opportunity for students to connect, get to know Holyoke, and start their morning with activity and movement.

Check out these images from the walk to school, or better yet, take a walk through Holyoke and capture your own! 📸

12 days ago, Holyoke Public Schools

A strong start to the new school year, ribbon cutting at Peck, and school open house dates in this edition of Together for Holyoke: https://holyokepsma.edurooms.com/engage/holyoke-public-schools/newsletters/together-for-holyoke-september-9-2025

28 days ago, Holyoke Public Schools

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With the ceremonial ribbon officially cut, the new Dr. William R. Peck Middle School has opened its doors, marking a significant milestone in Holyoke’s commitment to educational excellence.

about 1 month ago, Holyoke Public Schools

Mayor Garcia cuts ribbon as people cheer

Back-to-school excitement, attendance support, and how to keep in touch with HPS in this edition of Together for Holyoke: https://holyokepsma.edurooms.com/engage/holyoke-public-schools/newsletters/together-for-holyoke-august-18-2025

about 2 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools

Can you believe school resumes this month? 📝

The first day of school for students in grades 1-12 is Monday, August 25, and is a full day of school. PreK and kindergarten begin on Wednesday, August 27.

We can’t wait to welcome you back for another year of discovery, play, and growth at HPS!

See you soon! 👋

2 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools

Two students at Sullivan School smile during a lesson

Some summer meals sites are CLOSED today due to weather: Pouilot Pool, Heritage Park, Peck Field, McMahon. ~~~ These summer meals sites are OPEN today, July 31: Library Park, Community Field, Springdale Park, Carlos Vega, and Holyoke Hills Tokeneke

2 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools

It’s not too late to make progress on your summer reading log! Students in grades K-8 who read for 30 minutes a day can submit their reading log at the start of the school year for the opportunity to win a prize. Older students and adults have options, too: The Holyoke Public Library is running reading challenges throughout the summer.