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Quarter 3 Book Pick Up

Pick up your books and supplies for Quarter 3 on Monday, January 25 from 9:30-11:30am. Read more for details and to find out if you have books to pick up.

Holmes Spirit Week January 19-22

We're having a Spirit Week January 19-22, 2021. Read more for all the details.

Submitting a Photo for Yearbook

Yearbook Student Pictures

Online Homework Help

Homework help and tutoring are available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 - 4:30pm on Zoom. Read more for details.

Virtual Parent Education Night

Join us on Wednesday, November 18 at 6:30pm for a Virtual Parent Education Night called "Staying Ahead of the Trends - What Every Junior High Parent Needs to Know."

Quarter 2 Back to School Night

On Monday, November 9, from 6:30-7:30pm, we are having a Quarter 2 Back to School Night for periods 1,3,5 and 7. Read more for all the details.

WISTEM Tutoring Every Thursday

Read for more information about an online tutoring opportunity every Thursday from 2:30-4pm.

Quarter 2 Begins Monday November 2

Quarter 1 ends Friday October 30 and Quarter 2 begins on Monday, November 2. Read for more important information as we make this transition.

Holmes Quarter 2 Book Pick Up

Pick up your books, supplies, and school picture orders on Thursday, October 29 and Friday, October 30 from 1-4pm. Read more for more information and to find out if you have books to pick up.

Holmes Spirit Week October 26-30

Holmes will be having a Spirit Week from October 26-30. Read more to participate in each of the Spirit Days.

Becoming an Observer in Canvas

Parents, as an observer you can see your child's grades, assignments, and calendar events. Read more to find out how to sign up.

Yearbook Announcement

Our Yearbook Class is looking for pictures for our 20-21 yearbook. Read more on how to submit your photos online and how to order your yearbook.

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District News

January 22 - Conditions to Return to Campus- Other In-Person Activities

Read Superintendent Bowes' new message to the DJUSD community with information on the conditions for a hybrid return, hybrid models and more.

TK/K Enrollment Info and Intent to Return Dates

TK/K enrollment for the 2021-22 school year opened on January 4 and the Intent to Return process for TK-5 opens on January 11.

January 8 - Violence at the Capitol, Return to Campus Update

Read Superintendent Bowes' new message to the DJUSD community addressing the January 6 violence at our nation’s Capitol Building and providing a Return to Campus update.

Two Special Meetings of the DJUSD Board of Education

To continue discussions about Return to Campus, the Board of Education has scheduled two Special Board meetings. Watch via Zoom webinar.

Welcome Back!

We hope everyone had a safe and restful winter break.

Apply for the Bond Oversight Committee now through January 22, 2021

Apply to be on the Bond Oversight Committee before January 22, 2021.

December 18 - Holiday Message / Return to Campus Update

Read Superintendent Bowes' new message to the DJUSD community wishing everyone a happy holiday and providing a Return to Campus update.

December 4 - Return to Campus Update

Read Superintendent Bowes' new message to the DJUSD community on Return to Campus progress and planning.

Mental Health and Wellness Resources and Tips

With the impact of COVID-19, our routines continue to be disrupted in these challenging times. This time of year surfaces increased challenges that impact mental health.

November 20 - Return to Campus Update

Read Superintendent Bowes' new message to the DJUSD community on Return to Campus progress and planning, survey results and more.

Happy Thanksgiving

Have a happy and safe Thanksgiving Break!

New Elementary Report Cards During Conference Week

New Elementary Report Cards will be shared during conferences and mailed home the week of December 1.

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Calendar

Jan25

Secondary Teacher Work Day - No school for secondary students

All Day

Jan26

Quarter 3 Begins (Periods 2,4,6)

All Day

Feb01

School Counselor, Psychologist, Speech Pathologist and Mental Health Therapist Appreciation Week

Local Holiday - No School

Daylight Savings Time Begins - Clocks forward 1 hour

All Day

Mar22

Spring Break - No School

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.