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Welcome to our school! We believe that parent participation is key to student success; our new website is designed to provide parents with all the information they need to be active participants in their student’s education. You will find that the site works just as well on mobile devices as it does on a desktop so you can find information on the go.

Our Mission

We inspire students to take pride and responsibility in preparing for college and career.

News & Announcements

Virtual Afterschool Tutoring for ELA and Math... Sign Up Now!

High Dose Tutoring is extra learning time in a small group of (3-5 students) eligible students with live tutors online. Click on the title for more information. Applications are due August 19, 2026

Welcome Back-to-School Letter

Hello Holmes Families, please read the following letter for upcoming information regarding Registration Days, transportation and other important information. We look forward to seeing you all!

Summer with IXL Math - Practice and Earn Rewards

Returning 7th and 8th grade students can practice math lessons on IXL to earn rewards for completed lessons. Students can access IXL through Schoology. Click on the title to access the flyer and presentation to learn how to access IXL.

Holmes New Student Orientation Registration

The New Student Orientation is on Saturday, June 13 from 9:00-11:30am. Please arrive no later than 8:45 am to pick up a ticket and go to MacKenzie Hall for the introduction that begins promptly at 9:00am. Click on the title for the Registration Form.

Holmes Middle School Class of 2026 Virtual Program

Click on the link to access the virtual program.

Holmes Class of 2026 Culmination Ceremony LiveStream Link

Please click on the title to access the live stream link for the Class of 2026 Culmination Ceremony.

Class of 2026 Awards Ceremony Virtal Program Link

Please click on the title to access the virtual program.

Spring Concert Live Stream and Concert Program

Click on the title for the live stream links and the concert program.

English Learner Reclassification Meeting

Join us, parents and guardians of English Learners, on Tuesday, May 19 at 8:30 AM to learn important information about the reclassification process, including ELPAC and i-Ready expectations, program opportunities, elective options, key next steps, and upcoming deadlines to support student success.

8th Grade Grad Night Parent Meeting

Please join us tonight at 6pm on the virtual meeting. Click on the title to access the meeting link.

Council and Committee Meetings

The English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 8:30 AM. The School Site Council (SSC) is scheduled to meet on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 3:30 PM. Click on the headline for meeting information.

Holmes has been named a 2026 California Distinguished School by the California Department of Education!

Holmes was recognized in two categories:
• Exemplary High Achievers – Schools performing among the highest in the state academically
• Achievement Gap Closers – Schools demonstrating significant progress for historically underserved student groups

Holmes Middle School SAS - A few seats left!

If your child academically qualifies for our SAS, please click on the title to access the flyer for more information. Seats are limited for 2026-2027.

CAASPP Smarter Balanced Assessment Parent Letter

Please click on the title to access the parent letter, testing dates and resources for this year's testing. The Spanish version will be sent through emails.

Holmes School Tours

We are having three tours during the selection period. Please join us at 8:30am on March 12, 19, 23 or April 6. Click on the link to register.

Holmes is Awarded the Magnet School of Distinction

The year, we were once again earned an award from the Magnet Schools of America. This year, we earned the Magnet School of Distinction Award. Congratulations to all of our teacher and students!

School Experience Survey for Holmes Middle School Parents

We want to hear from you! The 2025-2026 School Experience Survey opens Monday, February 2, 2026, and we are eagerly awaiting your feedback. Click on the headline for detailed information.

School Accountability Report Card (SARC)

Every K-12 public school in California is required by state law to publish a School Accountability Report Card (SARC) each year. The SARC contains information about the condition and performance of each school and is available for families to view. Click on the headline to access the full report.

Council and Committee Meetings

The English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 8:30 AM. The School Site Council (SSC) is scheduled to meet on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 3:30 PM. Click on the headline for meeting information.

SBA Test Readiness Form

If your iPad did not work during the Test Readiness, please fill out this form.

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Aug 6

Region North ILT Summer PD

Location: MacKenzie Hall

Aug 6

6th Grade Registration (AL) and (M-Z) 11-1pm

Time: 8 AM – 1 PM

Aug 7

Region North ILT Summer PD

Location: MacKenzie Hall

Aug 7

BTB - Mackenzie Hall

Time: 8 AM – 1 PM

Aug 10

Optional Employee Prep Day

Aug 12

First Day of Instruction

Sep 4

Admission Day

Sep 7

Labor Day

Nov 11

Veterans' Day

Nov 26

Thanksgiving

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