What We Stand For

Our Mission
Through an equitable, high-quality education and trusting relationships, all Holyoke students develop the skills and access the opportunities to graduate high school prepared for life, career, and college.
Our Vision
HPS is a high-performing school system where students reach their full potential, educators inspire, families are partners, and the community thrives.
Core Beliefs
  • Students are at the center of everything we do.
  • Every child can and will learn.
  • School is a joyful place of discovery, support, and belonging.
  • Students and staff hold high expectations for themselves and each other.
  • Trusting relationships lead to successful partnerships.

  • Our equity commitments are enacted in our daily work.
Equity Commitments
  • We intentionally build a community that is anti-racist, inclusive, and culturally responsive.
  • We ensure that students, families, and staff get the support they need to be successful.
  • We seek out and incorporate the voices of those impacted, with a commitment to include those who have been excluded in the past.
  • We promote access and inclusion for all students, staff, and families.
  • We respect, embrace, and honor the diversity of our students, families, staff, and community.
  • We reflect on our own behavior to minimize harm to others.
  • We create a culture of acceptance and empathy so that everyone feels valued and is able to contribute to our community’s success.
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