News and Announcements
School Start Dates Update (September 12, 2020)
September 12, 2020 Dear Families: Starting on Wednesday, September 16th, PreK-3 will begin a staggered start towards daily, in-person instruction. Grade 2 and Montessori Ages 6-8 at Placentino and Grade 3 at Miller will begin in-person instruction on September 16th. Grade 1 will begin in-person learning on Thursday, September 17th. Kindergarten will begin in-person learning on Friday, September 18th and Preschool will begin in-person instruction on Monday, September 21st. In grades PreK-1, while they await to begin in-person instruction, students will meet with their teachers remotely for a series of activities and virtual orientations. Teachers will start the day at 8:45 for a whole class meeting and will then virtually meet with smaller groups of students throughout the day to orient them to the classroom, review arrival procedures, and to explain what they should expect for their first In-person day. The purpose of these interactions is to help orient students to the classroom and school environment while also building relationships with their teacher and classmates. Starting on September 21st, Grades 4-12 hybrid students will begin a staggered start towards daily in-person instruction. The district is aiming to begin in-person instruction by cohort in Grades 4 & 5 and Grades 6-8 on Monday, September 21st. Then on Tuesday, September 29th, we will aim to begin in-person instruction by cohort at Holliston High School in Grades 9-12. In order to reach this timeline, the district will be doing everything in its power to recruit and hire for open positions, and to deploy administrators and other non-teaching staff to support supervision and safety needs in creative ways. Below you will see additional detail by grade level start dates. We appreciate your patience and understanding, as we forge ahead during uncharted times in education. However, should staffing needs not be resolved so that proper safety protocols are able to be ensured, it may be necessary to delay the in-person start dates for grades 4-12 a bit longer, but this is not our intention at this time. Should this need to occur related to safe staffing needs, we will communicate this to families as early as possible. We are not alone, as many school districts are competing to find additional staff for safety positions and/ or to fill positions created from late resignations or leaves of absence related to Covid-19. As you know, we have asked for parent volunteers to support the in-person start dates, and there are still about 25 open school positions, and many bus monitor openings. These are available for new hires to apply for or volunteers to temporarily fill, to aid this process. Here is the survey link for volunteers and the Schoolspring link to apply for a position. As stated the other night, “It takes a village to raise our children/ educate the students” of HPS, and they/we need you. Sincerely, Dr. Susan E. Kustka Interim Superintendent Full In-personWednesday, September 16th:In-Person Learning Schedule:
Thursday, September 17th: In-Person Learning Schedule
Friday, September 18th: In-Person Learning Schedule
September 21st:
Hybrid Model Grades 4-12 Wednesday, September 16- Friday, September 18
Monday, September 21
Tuesday, September 29
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Fall Reopening Plan (August 10, 2020)
Translated Versions of the Fall Reopening District Plan (August 10, 2020) Portuguese - Proposta de reabertura Holliston 10/08/2020 English - Holliston Reopening Proposal 8/10/2020 |
Notice of Destruction of Student Records
 The Massachusetts Student Record Regulations authorize public school districts to destroy student records within seven (7) years of a student’s graduation, transfer or withdrawal from the school district. The Holliston Public Schools, Department of Student Services, will be complying with these regulations. The persons affected are those who received special education services in Holliston and terminated services during the 2012-2013 school years. The parent/guardian or eligible (adult) student may contact the Student Services Office at 508-429-0661 to make arrangements to pick up their records or you may contact us in writing at the following address: Holliston Public Schools 370 Hollis Street Holliston, MA. 01746 Attn: Student Services Unclaimed records will be destroyed on Friday, October 2, 2020 |
COVID Entry Form for Extended School Year (ESY) Students
Please complete this form daily if your child is participating in the Summer 2020 Extended School Year program. |
Lunch & Breakfast Program Continues Through August
 Photo credit: Marco Verch /CCBY 2.0 Our distribution days are changing to Tuesday & Thursday from the Miller Elementary School from 11:30 - 12:30. On Thursday in addition to individual food packs we will be offering USDA produce boxes to all families who come for lunch. Can't come for pick up but you still have a need? The Holliston Lions are able to deliver to you. For delivery or questions please email foodservice@holliston.k12.ma.us. Please feel free to spread the word about this valuable program. |
Let's Talk About What's Next: June 9, 2020
Please be sure to join us for the Zoom Panel Presentation
Rituals, routines, and resources Brought to you by Holliston Public Schools and HPS MindsShare. A brief presentation and Question and Answer featuring both Holliston Public School staff and town folks. David Keim, Principal - Miller Elementary School Akshara Shankar, 11th grader -Student, Holliston High School Jackie Winer, LICSW - Director of Holliston Youth and Family Services If you missed the presentation, you can check out the slide show and recording here:  |
Let’s Talk About Pandemic Parenting - Part 2: May 18, 7pm
Please be sure to join us for the Zoom Panel Presentation Let’s Talk About Pandemic Parenting - Part 2 How to Stay Motivated Monday, May 18th 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Click Embedded Link for Zoom Presentation How do I stay motivated? How do I keep my child motivated? Brought to you by Holliston Public Schools, HPS SEPAC and HPS MindsShare. Parents/guardians will hear from and have Q & A time with the following panel members:
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"Let’s Talk About Pandemic Parenting" Announced for April 27, 7pm
Let’s Talk About Pandemic Parenting DATE: April 27, 2020 TIME: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Click Embedded Link for a Zoom Panel Presentation Holliston Public Schools, in collaboration with HPS SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council and MindShare (the Parent Education arm of the Holliston PTO) invite parents/guardians to join us as we gather for a panel discussion on the experience of pandemic parenting. The intent is to share insights and to provide community support during these unprecedented times. Superintendent, Dr. Brad Jackson and Director of Student Services, Meg Camire will moderate the discussion. Panel presenters include consulting psychologist to Holliston Public Schools, a parent, school counselor, and Director of Holliston Youth and Family Services. The panel hopes to address questions provided through the link below as well as throughout the presentation. As parents, administrators, and teachers, we value what is happening in your homes during these unfamiliar times. You are not alone! We are asking for your perspectives, questions, worries, silver-linings, experiences, etc. regarding pandemic parenting in the link below to help drive the conversation. Missed the session? Watch the recording here! |
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