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Holmes named “School of Distinction” by the State!

Congratulations to Holmes School!   The Connecticut Department of Education recently identified Holmes School as a “School of Distinction” based on 2014-15 data, meaning that it ranks among the top 10 percent of schools in the state.  Holmes scored 92.5 out of a possible 100 points in the State’s new rating system, which looks at several […]

Yearbook Orders

Don’t forget to order your Holmes School Yearbook for 2015-16.  The price increases after March 21st and the last date to order is April 1st.  Please see details below: Placing your online order is as easy as 3 simple steps: 1) Visit www.memorybook.com/parentpay 2) Enter pay code 78743 3) Buy a yearbook for $21.00 Price per […]

Literary Magazine submissions due 3/16

All student submissions for the Holmes School Literary Magazine are due by Wednesday, March 16th.  Guidelines for submissions are detailed below. (Also, we are still looking for parent volunteers to help type up submissions.  Please contact Jenn Burgess if interested.) It is that time of year!  We are looking for submissions for the Holmes School Literary Magazine.    […]

Thank You from the International Cultures committee

The International Cultures committee would like to recognize the following committee members for their wonderful contribution in making the international cultures initiative a great success: Eileen Ryan, Sonia Tavolacci, Margarita Zimmerman, Shika Jain, and Maura Elias.  We would also like to thank the PTO and Paula Bleakley for their support.  But most importantly, we would like to thank the […]

Public Hearing on 2016/2017 School Budget

The Board of Finance will hold a Public Hearing regarding the approved school budget this Tuesday, March 8 at 7 p.m. in Town Hall.  The budget contains funding for an exciting 1:1 technology initiative, as well as various capital projects that are crucial to safety in our schools. Please attend the meeting to show your support of […]

H-Factor Thank You

The fourth annual Holmes School H-Factor was another HUGE success!  More than 30 acts and 70 Holmes students walked the red carpet and performed to a full Darien High School auditorium.  A big H-Factor thank you to the committee including Kristen Barnard, Kim Adams, Ali Von Kennel, Sara Parent, Heather Curran, Jennie Hageney, Jenn Burgess […]

The “H Factor” – Saturday 2/27

Come see your school’s talent! Please join the Holmes School community at the “H Factor” talent show on Saturday, February 27th, 3-5pm.  Children in grades 3-5 have worked tirelessly to put on a fun show for us. There will be singing, dancing, musical performances, gymnastics, karate and much more to entertain the whole family! For […]

Valentines Kimochis Grams

Send Happy Valentines wishes to teachers and staff at Holmes School to help raise money for Kimochis Military Kits. Send all of your Valentine’s messages to school before Feb 10th.  Kids Care students will sort each message and deliver them to each staff member on Feb 11th and 12th. “Kids Care Club has also started […]

PTO Meeting – Thursday 2/11

Linda Johnson, Elementary Mathematics and Science Coordinator, will speak about our science and math curriculum at our general PTO Meeting this Thursday, February 11 at 9:15 am in the Common Room.  

SOUPer Bowl of Caring this Week (2/1-2/5)

The whole school will join in a friendly competition to see which team donates the most soup and crackers between Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers. The winning school team will receive extra recess. Person-to-Person relies heavily on all your generous donations to help feed those who are less fortunate than ourselves. They will pick […]