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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

Holmes MS Magnet & SAS School Tours - Register Now!

Tour will begin on September 18, 2025, every Thursday at 8:30 a.m. through November 13, 2025. Please register by clicking on the title to access the link.

Robotics Team Informational Meeting Tuesday, Sept. 9 @ 6 p.m. Zoom

Robotics Team Informational Zoom: Join us for the Robotics Informational Meeting on Tuesday, September 9 at 6:00 PM. Parents are encouraged to attend and learn about the exciting opportunities for students to participate in afterschool Robotics Club and competitions this year. All students are welcome and encouraged to join. Zoom Meeting ID: 932 898 6754. Link https://lausd.zoom.us/j/9328986754

Join Us September 10 for a Morning of Parent Workshops in the Parent Center

Join us for a Parent Workshop on Supporting a Successful Middle School Transition followed by the We Are One Presentation, Creating Welcoming Environments Presentation, and the School Safe Plan ISSP Workshop. Meet us in person at Holmes MS Parent Center or join us on Zoom at https://lausd.zoom.us/j/9328986754 Meeting ID: 932 898 6754

Parent Workshop

Join us on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 8:30 AM for a parent workshop titled Supporting a Successful Middle School Transition. Click the link for meeting details.

SCHOOL SITE COUNCIL (SSC) OFFICER ELECTION

Join us on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 3:30 PM. Click on the headline for additional meeting information.

iPad Not Working with i-Ready? Apps not loading?

If your iPad is not working with i-Ready, don't have the IXL or Self Service app, please complete the form by clicking on the title to access the form. Students must log onto their LAUSD email to access the form.

Math Intervention

If your child needs help with math click on the title for more information.

ENGLISH LEARNER ADVISORY COMMITTEE (ELAC) & SCHOOL SITE COUNCIL (SSC) ORIENTATION MEETING

We encourage you to make a difference in the governance of our school by participating in this year’s English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) and/or School Site Council (SSC). Click on the headline for meeting information.

Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) Parents Needed

If you are interested in participating in Holmes' LSLC, click on the title for more details.

Parent Consent for Additional Google Apps

To provide consent for additional Google apps, go to the Parent Portal. Click on the title to see all the Core Services (all students have) and Additional Services (requires parental consent).

Master Plan Program Options for Parents of Emergent Bilinguals

This meeting for parents of English Learners will take place on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at 8:30 AM in the Parent Center or 3:45 PM via Zoom. Click on the Headline for meeting information.

First Day of School, Thursday, August 14, 2025 @ 8:00 a.m.

School starts Thursday, August 14. Gates open at 7:30 a.m., and instruction begins promptly at 7:55 a.m. Please allow extra time for drop-off during our first few days.

Gate Entry & Exit: Students enter and exit gates designated by grade level.
· 6th Grade: Paso Robles Gate
· 7th Grade & Students on an Alternative Curriculum: Vincennes Gate
· 8th Grade: Prairie Gate by Dearborn Elementary
· Siblings may choose one of their grade-level gates to enter and exit together.

Holmes Virtual Helpdesk Q & A Session

Questions? Join us for a Zoom drop-in to help answer your questions on the First Day of School:
Thursday, August 14- Zoom Drop-in Times: 9 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Click on the title to access the Zoom link.
Link: https://lausd.zoom.us/j/9328986754
Meeting ID 932 898 6754

Welcome Back to School Letter: Thursday, August 14

Arc Afterschool Program Applications

Please read the information on the application page to ensure you complete the online form correctly. All forms need to be submitted by August 13, 2025 if you need your child to participate on the first day of school.

Holmes 6th Grade New Student Orientation: August 11

Please join us on August 11th for a day of family fun, information and resources for all incoming sixth graders and students new to Holmes. The orientation will begin promptly at 9:00 and will end at 11:00 am with rotating sessions for parents and students. We are looking forward to seeing you there!

Presentation 6th Grade Orientation

Registration: August 4-6 by Grade Level

8th Grade: August 4
7th Grade: August 5
6th Grade: August 6
Registration Times: Last names: A - L @ 8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Last names: M – Z @ 11:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Students will receive their textbooks, lockers, and may purchase PE clothes

student looking in mirror that teacher is holding up and seeing themselves as a graduate

Watch: Superintendent's Opening of Schools Address

Watch the Superintendent's Opening of Schools address, previously broadcast from The Music Center's Walt Disney Concert Hall.

Holmes Summer Bridge 2025

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Sep 18

EGI District Meeting

Location: MacKenzie Hall

Sep 18

Fire Drill (P.5)

Sep 18

Holmes Magnet & SAS School Tour

Time: 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM

Location: VILS Lab

Sep 18

Local School Leadership Council Meeting

Time: 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Sep 23

No School- Unassigned Day (Rosh Hashanah)

Nov 27

Thanksgiving

Dec 25

Christmas

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