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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

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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.

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.
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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.
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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.

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.
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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.

Magnet Parent Survey

Please take a moment to complete the Annual Magnet Survey. We would love to know your thoughts. Thank you! Click on the title for the link to the Parent and Student Survey
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Council and Committee Meetings

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

  • Verizon Innovative Learning School and Technology Lab
  • Holmes Humanities Magnet
  • SAS LAUSD School for Advanced Studies Demonstration Site
  • California Schools to Watch 2007 - Present
  • Western Association of Schools and Colleges Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accreditation
  • Career Technical Education (CTE) Accredited Elective Teachers

Partners, Accreditations and Accolades

  • A California Distinguished School
  • Gifted & Talented Program
  • High Performing Model Middle School
  • LAUSD Magnet Program
  • Project Lead The Way
  • School for Advanced Studies
  • SAS Demonstration Site
  • School Of Excellence 2024
  • National Forum Schools To Watch
  • Verizon Innovative Learning School / Arizona State University
  • Magnent School Of America 2025 School of Excellence