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Back to School 2020-21

All DJUSD schools will be starting the school year with 100% Distance Learning. Please check out the DJUSD Restart website for ongoing updates and important information.

Holmes Department Challenges

Distance Learning Begins April 13

Visit the DJUSD website for our Family Guide to Distance Learning.

Holmes Junior High Drama Club Presents- Much Ado About Nothing

Opening Night of play is March 6th at 7 pm

Parent Information Night for the 20-21 School Year

It is time to learn about class choices for next school year.

Pep Band plays at home wrestling match

New Bikes for Holmes Inclusion Program

Parent Education Night

Welcome to the 2019-2020 School Year

Track wins YCAL

The 2019 team has won YCAL

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District News

DJUSD Childcare Survey - Deadline August 5

Given DJUSD’s plans to reopen in a 100% Distance Learning format, please let us know if you anticipate needing childcare during this time.

Computer and Internet Access for Distance Learning

As we begin the 2020-21 school year in a full Distance Learning model, every DJUSD student will need access to a computer and dependable internet.

July 24 - DJUSD to Open 100% Distance Learning with Phased Return to Campus

Read Superintendent Bowes' latest message for more info on the approval of a 100% Distance Learning model for the start of the 2020-21 school year and DJUSD’s phased return to campus plan.

Board of Education Meeting, July 23

On July 23, Superintendent Bowes and DJUSD staff will present information to the Board of Education about the DJUSD Fall Reopening Plan.

Bond Program Virtual Community Outreach Presentations

Virtual Community Outreach Presentation Available- Community feedback period open until July 26, 2020.

DJUSD recommendation to open 100% Distance Learning, with students assigned to virtual classrooms at the school they regularly attend

Important announcement recommending that all DJUSD Schools will begin the Fall 2020-2021 School Year with a 100% Distance Learning model on August 26.

July 17 - Special Board of Education Meeting

On July 17, Superintendent Bowes and DJUSD staff will present information to the Board of Education about the start of school.

July 9 - New Superintendent’s Message

Read Superintendent Bowes' weekly message for more info on our new Restart DJUSD website, Fall 2020 planning and more.

DJUSD Restart Family Survey - Deadline July 13

As we develop details of our school reopening, we want to hear from our community about our plans to date.

Summer Meal Service

As an essential service, DJUSD will continue to serve meals to children, 18 and under, through the full summer break.

June 26 - Trustee Vacancy/Budget/Fall Planning/Athletics/Meal Service

Read Superintendent Bowes' weekly message for more info on the most recent budget update, athletics, summer meal services and more.

P-EBT Application Deadline Extended to July 15

Due to COVID 19, children who are eligible for free or reduced-price meals at school will get extra food benefits through a State program called Pandemic EBT or P-EBT benefits.

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Our Mission

The parents, students, faculty and support staff at Holmes Junior High are committed to the achievement of excellence in academics and all other curricular pursuits. They are also committed to the cultivation of individual abilities and talents in a supportive environment where respect for individual and group differences and for the rights of others guide behavior.