Student Life
Experience the Joy of Learning: Student Life at Hollyglen Elementary
At Hollyglen Elementary School, we believe that the foundation for a lifelong love of learning begins here. Every day, our TK-2 students walk through our doors excited to embark on new adventures in a warm, welcoming, and dynamic environment. Here's what makes student life at Hollyglen truly special:
A Joyful School Experience
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Excitement Every Day: Our students are eager to come to school, where every day is filled with discovery, creativity, and fun.
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Spirit Days & Events: We celebrate together with vibrant Spirit Days and special events that bring our community closer and make school days memorable.
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Friendship & Connection: Hollyglen is a place where lifelong friendships begin, and our inclusive environment ensures every child feels valued and supported.
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Assemblies & Field Trips: Each grade level enjoys exciting yearly field trips and a range of on-campus assemblies, from rocket launches to up-close encounters with wildlife.
Engaging and Fun Learning Activities
Learning at Hollyglen is interactive and engaging. Our students participate in activities like:
- Counting Collections & Choral Counting to make math concepts tangible and fun.
- Number Talks & Story Problems to develop critical thinking and communication skills.
- Writer's Workshop to inspire students' love for storytelling and writing.
- Personalized Learning through tailored instruction to meet each student's unique needs, ensuring they grow at their own pace.
- Hands-on Science Exploration in our STEAM Lab brings scientific concepts to life through engaging, real-world experiments, sparking curiosity and critical thinking in every student.
A Comfortable and Caring Environment
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Home Away from Home: Hollyglen feels like a second home for our students, with approachable grown-ups and a friendly school community.
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Small Class Sizes: Our small class sizes ensure that every student receives the attention they need to thrive.
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Inclusive Environment: We are committed to fostering a welcoming atmosphere for all students, including those receiving English Language Development instruction, special needs services, and intervention support.
A Commitment to Kindness
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Certified Kindness School: Starting in 2022 and ever since, Hollyglen was recognized as a Certified Kindness School, reflecting our dedication to creating a positive and respectful environment.
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The 3 Bs: Our students are encouraged to "Be Respectful, Be Responsible, and Be Safe" in all that they do, with positive reinforcement through our Cub Cards program and celebrations.
Special Classes & Enriching Experiences
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Physical Education: Students stay active and healthy while developing teamwork and physical skills.
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Music: Our music program nurtures creativity and self-expression through rhythm, song, and movement.
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STEAM Lab: In our STEAM lab, students dive into hands-on activities that spark curiosity in science, technology, engineering, art, and math.
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Library & Tech Time: We foster a love for reading and digital literacy through regular library visits and technology sessions.