June is Pride Month! Together we can…
❤️ Intentionally build a community that is anti-racist, inclusive, and culturally responsive.
🧡 Ensure that students, families, and staff get the support they need to be successful.
💛 Seek out and incorporate the voices of those impacted, with a commitment to include those who have been excluded in the past.
💚 Promote access and inclusion for all students, staff, and families.
💙 Respect, embrace, and honor the diversity of our students, families, staff, and community.
💜 Reflect on our own behavior to minimize harm to others.
🌈 Create a culture of acceptance and empathy so that everyone feels valued and is able to contribute to our community’s success.
The last day of school is Friday, June 21 with a three-hour early release.
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El último día de clase es el viernes 21 de junio, con una salida temprana de tres horas.
Breathe deep and learn to de-stress with Morgan students 🎥 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PSkFF-eOoGM 🎥
As part of the TRAILS Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum that has been implemented district-wide this year, Morgan students are exploring a variety ways to manage stress. During a recent classroom discussion, a group of second-graders shared some of their favorite stress-relief tactics, including deep breathing and tracing their hands.
Holyoke Public Schools is offering free summer meals for children and teens under the age of 18 throughout the summer. We need your help in picking when and where we should provide these meals to ensure we are selecting the most convenient times and locations, so please complete this short meals preference survey. Survey closes on Wednesday, May 29. Meal times and locations will be announced soon after. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfzh8Y2GPzWwDUTtIjK_fzxe0_e5vsq1CxV5f9kXWp5kvzZ5A/viewform
HPS schools will be closed on Monday, May 27 in recognition of Memorial Day. Enjoy the long weekend. See you Tuesday.
The Holyoke Elementary Farm Fun Fair is fun for all! ✨ Join us at 5 p.m. Thursday June 6 at Donahue School for games, crafts, and seed planting for kids, and a wealth of local garden, farming, and food access resources for adults. RSVP at bit.ly/farmfunfair2024
Is your child ready for kindergarten? 🎒 Kindergarten enrollment for the 2024-25 school year is now open for children who will be 5 on or before September 1, 2024. The first day of school will be here before you know it—enroll today! https://enrollholyoke.schoolmint.com/login
As summer draws closer and closer, so do summer learning opportunities! 🌞 Summer programming at HPS is split into two main programs: Summer Learning Academies for elementary and middle school students, and Extended School Year for elementary, middle, and high school students with an eligible IEP. Learn more and enroll today at https://www.hps.holyoke.ma.us/page/summer-learning
Did you know? 🤔 Data shows that students who learn in dual language immersion programs—including native Spanish speakers—outperform their single-language peers on standardized tests in middle school and beyond. HPS offers an immersive dual language program with Spanish and English instruction, beginning with preschool and kindergarten at E.N. White and Kelly Schools, and continuing through elementary, middle, and high school. Learn more and enroll today: https://www.hps.holyoke.ma.us/page/dual-language-program
5-9-2024 Together for Holyoke - Juntos por Holyoke | Stories and Inspiration From our Schools - Inspiración e Historias de Nuestras Escuelas https://holyokepsma.edurooms.com/engage/holyoke-public-schools/newsletters/together-for-holyoke-may-9-2024
Check out this drone footage taken on Friday, May 3 at the middle school construction site. https://youtu.be/ZbaGxoXjoN4
🎨 From art class to the basketball court, Metcalf students are sharing their thanks! Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/qozS7OPU2gs
Join the Holyoke Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) and HPS to discuss Extended School Year & summer programming opportunities for your student. Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 6-7 p.m. at Holyoke High School - North Campus.
We will offer language interpretation, childcare, and refreshments. To request transportation or for more information, please contact the Student Services & Special Education Department at (413) 534-2000, ext. 1209.
Holyoke Public Schools will soon be offering free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adults at Kelly School on Tuesdays or Thursdays from 5-6:30 p.m. Child care and light snacks will be provided. All interested adults are encouraged to apply. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScjpJDEGbiqdmP8Js9w902yJedbB4wbaMKD8tCZibSbhmtRHQ/viewform
All HPS schools will be closed next week, April 15-19, for April break. Classes resume on Monday, April 22. Reminder to families that April Vacation Academy is in session April 15-22 for students in grades 3-8 who enrolled in the program.
Good budget news and much more in this week's Together for Holyoke | Buenas noticias sobre el presupuesto y mucho más en la edición de esta semana de Together for Holyoke. https://holyokepsma.edurooms.com/engage/holyoke-public-schools/newsletters/together-for-holyoke-april-12-2024
Last call to enroll in April Vacation Academy! Vacation Academy is an enrichment and learning opportunity during April break for students in grades 3-8. The program runs April 15-22 and will focus on math, with special activities such as cooking, art, and gym. Sign up for free via SchoolMint: https://enrollholyoke.schoolmint.com/
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.7 occurred at 10:20 a.m. this morning in North Plainfield, New Jersey. Shaking was reported in the Holyoke region, as well as Boston, Worcester, and areas in Rhode Island, and Connecticut. There has been no reported impact in Holyoke, and all schools are operating on their regular schedule.
Reminder: HPS schools will be closed on Friday, March 29, in observance of Good Friday. In addition, Monday, April 1, is a districtwide professional development day. No school for students except for Lawrence students who will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m. (3-hour early release).
Families are invited to The IEP Improvement Project - The New IEP informational meeting presented by Holyoke SEPAC and HPS on Wednesday, March 20 at 6 p.m. via Zoom. Register ahead at https://bit.ly/3V3NSB9