Students and families are invited to Holyoke's 6th annual “READY for Pre-K and Kindergarten Welcome” event Thursday, August 31 from 4 - 6 p.m. at the Holyoke Merry Go Round. Students can ride the carousel, engage in fun activities, and meet their teacher. Families can learn more about HPS and access helpful resources.
9 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools
The first day of school for grades 1-12 is tomorrow, Wednesday! Don’t forget to share your back to school pictures with us! Tag our Instagram or Facebook profiles or use the hashtag #HolyokePublicSchools.
9 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools
Pictures from last Friday's back-to-school event at Donahue! Students and families got to know their teachers and school staff, tour the building, and participate in fun activities.
9 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools
A family checking in for the back to school event
Students from Donahue School at the back to school event.
Five staff members at the library smiling as they pose for a picture together.
A family of three smiling as they pose with young student holding a stuffed animal.
Attendees making a line for the ice cream truck outside.
Donahue Staff members.
Students from Donahue School at the back to school event.
Students from Donahue School at the back to school event.
Students from Donahue School at the back to school event.
Mom and daughter smiling during the back to school event.
Our facilities and custodial summer team of nearly 100 people moved 3,000+ boxes across schools and cleaned 1.1+ million square feet of learning spaces! They also completed many improvement projects, including enhancing security in the front entrances, improving outdoor place spaces, adding LED lights, adding signage, painting, replacing flooring, installing lockers, and more. For the full list of projects, visit https://bit.ly/3ONADQz.
9 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools
We're Hiring! Holyoke Public Schools offers a wide range of employment opportunities for job candidates who believe school is a joyful place of discovery, support, and belonging and want to work in an environment where students and staff hold high expectations for themselves and each other. For more information or to apply, please visit our TalentEd job portal here https://bit.ly/3KKOEuA. There are numerous teaching, paraprofessional, and substitute positions available. Sign-on bonuses and/or relocation assistance may be available.
9 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools
Graphic of a Teacher smiling as he talks to a student, with the words We're Hiring in both english and spanish.
In order to catch up on outstanding work items due to a busy enrollment season and ultimately best serve our families, the HPS Enrollment Center will be closed to the public from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the following Thursdays: August 24, September 7, and September 14. The office will reopen at 1 p.m. on those days for in-person visitors and phone calls.
9 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools
Pictures from the annual back to school event held this past Saturday. More than 2,500 students received backpacks filled with school supplies to start the new school year! Families and community members enjoyed games, food, and fun! Thanks to South Holyoke Safe Neighborhood Initiative, Sodexo, Holyoke City Hall, PeoplesBank, Cradles to Crayons Massachusetts, Enlace de Familias, Holyoke Gas & Electric, Holyoke Health Center, OneHolyoke CDC, and so many more for making this event possible. Thank you!
9 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools
A young student riding a pony with the help of two trainers.
A young girl with ice cream smiling as she looks at her surrounding.
A family posing for a picture together.
A young kid smiling as he is getting some face art done.
HPS staff smiling and posing for a picture.
McMahon staff greeting families.
Young kids playing with cars.
Three friends smiling as the pose for the picture, one with panda face art.
HPS staff with a big smile as they help other families.
The annual Backpack Back-to-School Fair is this Saturday, August 19, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at McNally Field, behind Kelly School. All Holyoke families are encouraged to attend! 2,500 backpacks filled with school supplies will be given away. There will be lots of free food and a wide range of fun activities for children of all ages, including a chance to win one of 50 bicycles. The event is organized by Holyoke Safe Neighborhood Initiative.
9 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools
The Summer Reading Challenge for students in grades PreK-8 is nearing its end! Remember to continue recording your reading minutes in the daily reading log and submit it to your school by September 8th. By doing so, you'll have a chance to win incredible prizes, including a tablet!
10 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools
Summer Reading Challenge
Summer programming and extended school year begin on Monday, July 10!
10 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools
The 2023 summer reading challenge starts today! Learn more here https://bit.ly/44afp5a.
11 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools
Join us at the Summer Eats BBQ kick-off event at Heritage State Park today from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. https://5il.co/1y9zn
11 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools
Exciting news for HPS students in grades 6-12! Starting next school year, we'll be using Yondr pouches for cell phones. Following a successful pilot program, each student will receive a Yondr bag to store their phone during the day. Phones will be secured by staff, and students can carry them in their backpacks
11 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools
A picture of a cellphone inside a YONDR pouch in front of an orange background.
Students who are new to Holyoke Public Schools can now enroll for the 2023-2024 school year. Enrollment is open for students at all grade levels at www.enrollholyoke.com. Families who prefer to enroll their children in person or over the phone may call Enrollment Center (413) 534-2000, option 1, to make an appointment.
11 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools
Holyoke Public Schools offers exciting summer programs for all district elementary, middle, and high school students through four unique summer learning academies and Extended School Year programming. Register now at www.enrollholyoke.com to secure your spot! Limited availability.
11 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools
For a detailed air-quality fire and smoke map in real time, please refer to this link: https://fire.airnow.gov/ You can zoom in to see specific areas, or zoom out to see the full United States and Canada, or more.
11 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools
Map of US and Canada with circles to show where fire and smoke occurs
HPS offers summer opportunities for students of all grade levels through four academies and Extended School Year programming. Register now at www.enrollholyoke.com before programs fill up. Space is limited, so enroll your child soon. All participants receive breakfast, lunch, and transportation within district guidelines. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/43L5B1C for summer learning info and https://bit.ly/3Cckdv2 for extended school year info.
11 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools
Families: Plan to attend tonight's SEPAC meeting at 6 p.m. via Zoom to learn more about Extended School Year and summer programs for students. Register here: bit.ly/3MFsXP9
12 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools
HPS students who will be in grades 6-8 are reminded to enroll soon in the Generation Teach Summer Learning Academy. Space is limited. Go to www.enrollholyoke.com!
12 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools
Holyoke students, teachers, staff, and families will be performing random acts of kindness on Friday, May 26 as part of Shine-on Day to honor the memory and lasting legacy of former SHINE student Genesis Silva. One way to participate on Friday is to wear pink, green, or purple—Genesis’ favorite colors. Whatever you do to celebrate Shine-on Day, please consider sharing photos with communications@hps.holyoke.ma.us so we can share the light with others through the district’s Facebook and Instagram pages. Learn more in this video from 2018 when Shine-On Day first launched: bit.ly/3IEvaZM
12 months ago, Holyoke Public Schools