Panther Pulse

On October 14th Seniors will not attend school. Instead, they are expected to use the time to explore post-secondary options. Examples include visiting a college campus, meeting with a military recruiter, connecting with professional training programs, or engaging in other activities that support their planning for life after Holliston High School. To receive credit for the day, seniors must submit evidence of their visit or work completed in this form. This form will only be accessible through the students Holliston High School Email address. Seniors who need help determining an option for the day should speak with their school counselor or Ms. Stone in the Counseling Office.

Discover what makes Holliston High School a vibrant, engaging place to learn and grow! Holliston High School Opportunity Night is an exciting chance for students, parents, and community members to explore the full HHS experience.

Join us to learn from students, teachers, counselors, and administrators about how students get involved through hands-on learning, clubs, internships, and enrichment opportunities. Whether you’re planning for the future, supporting a student, or simply curious about what HHS has to offer, this welcoming event will give you a clear picture of the opportunities, support, and community that define Holliston High School.

Wednesday, October 28th
6:00 – 7:30 PM
Holliston High School Auditorium

Can’t attend in person? We will provide a Zoom link closer to the event and the event will be recorded for future viewing, so everyone can participate.

Come see how HHS prepares students for college, career, and life, and most importantly, why it’s a place where students thrive.

AP exam registration is open - please see below for instructions!

HHS Students who are enrolled in an AP course are expected to take the AP Exam.

Please use the Google Doc linked below for important information regarding AP Exam registration for the 2026–2027 school year.

This information applies to students currently enrolled in AP courses through Holliston High School. If your student is not enrolled in an AP course this year, no action is needed.

A few key highlights:

• Registration requires TWO steps:

• activating your exam in MyAP (College Board), and

• submitting the $101 exam fee through the APTS website.

• Registration opens on October 1, 2026.

• Registration closes on:

• October 31, 2026 for full-year AP classes, including those online through TEC taken either semester

• February 28, 2027 for second-semester AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism

• Financial assistance is available for families for whom the exam fee is a barrier.

• Self-study students should stop by the School Counseling Office for separate registration information.
  

Please visit 2026–2027 HHS AP Exam Registration Information for complete details and registration links, including step-by-step instructions.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to the School Counseling Office.

We are proud to announce that Holliston High School now has a chapter of Tri-M Music Honors Society! We will work to help music thrive at Holliston High School. If you are passionate about music and are in grade 10+, join the google classroom gkidq3ir to apply. You can apply even if you are not in band or chorus! The applications for Tri-M will be open until September 29th.

Click Here or use the QR code to order your yearbook.

As the school year is underway, so is the 2026-2027 Yearbook! As we know, many parents like to purchase a yearbook, we wanted to make you aware that sales for the 2026-2027 yearbook are now live. As of now, yearbooks are $80.00, and prices will increase on 10/1/2026 and again on 2/1/2027. We wanted to make sure seniors/parents/guardians know and get their books purchased early at the discounted price. Last year, the books sold out, and some people were not able to purchase a book, so the earlier you buy, the better!

You can purchase the yearbook at www.yearbookforever.com (search for Holliston High School). If you need financial assistance, please contact the administration, and they will contact the yearbook advisor (Kevin Rafter).

Business Ads → We also offer space in the yearbook for local businesses to advertise! If you would like to purchase an ad for the yearbook, please see the pricing below. All ads can be created at www.yearbookforever.com

Business Ad:

Full page: $250

1/2 page: $185

1/4 page: $60

1/8 page: $40

Additionally, here is the important information sent over the summer for Seniors!:

• Senior pictures are due Friday, 10/24/2026, NO EXCEPTIONS

• Take your pictures over the summer!

• If you take pictures with Henry Studios, they will send us your photo

• Otherwise, please email your senior photo to yearbook@holliston.k12.ma.us

• Photos should be 4” by 5” @ 300dpi jpg format

• Senior Baby photos due by Friday, 11/7/2026

• Please email to yearbook@holliston.k12.ma.us with the subject “STUDENT NAME- baby picture”

Family Ads → If you would like to purchase an ad for the yearbook please see the pricing below. All ads can be created at www.yearbookforever.com

Personal/Family Ad (for seniors)

Full page: $230

1/2 page: $165

1/4 page: $80

1/8 page: $40

Please reach out to Mr. Rafter at rafterk@holliston.k12.ma.us with any questions. We are looking forward to creating a great yearbook!

Join Chorus this fall! It's not too late to start singing! All students are welcome. Our next rehearsal is Wednesday, September 16th at 3:15pm. Rehearsals are weekly, on Wednesdays and Fridays, from 3:15-4:00 pm in the chorus room (112). Join the Google Classroom with code jcn6z3m to stay up to take a look at some of the music we will be singing this semester. Email Ms. O'Grady (ogradyh@holliston.k12.ma.us) with any questions!

Click the links below for the most up to date athletic information

HHS Athletics Webpage

Games Schedules, Rosters & Results

Please follow @HollistonAD on X and @HollistonAthletics on Instagram

Winter High School Athletics Registration

Winter 2026 - 2027 High School athletics registration is now open! Please click on the registration tab on the HHS Athletics Webpage or go directly to the HHS ArbiterSports registration link: Winter 2026 -2027 Sports Registration. Please click here to view the HHS 2026 - 2027 athletic information sheet.

Any questions about athletics should be directed to Matt Baker, Athletic Director. BakerM@holliston.k12.ma.us

Welcome back to the 2026 - 2027 NEW School YEAR! We are BOTH very excited to be here and welcome new and returning families! As you know, we reached out throughout the summer to update you on medical documentation that is REQUIRED by the state (and HPS :). We will soon reach out individually to connect with families who have requested us to do so.

We kindly ask that IF your student has a LIFE THREATENING allergy or Asthma, that you fill out all required paperwork and send that in, along with the documentation from their medical provider. At HHS, students may SELF-CARRY Epinephrine/ EpiPens/AuviQ/Neffy/Inhalers as long as both the MEDICAL PROVIDER & the PARENT/GUARDIAN gives us consent to.

Medications (Daily, As needed, Emergency): All medication orders and parent/guardian consent to administer the medication, need to be renewed at the beginning of each NEW academic year and/or as necessary during the academic year. Instructions on how to drop off medication for your student and/or additional forms can be found on our website: Holliston Public Schools Health Office.

Please ensure you have all the completed documents detailed in the Medication Authorization Packet when you drop off the medication, this includes a signed medication order(s) from a licensed healthcare provider.

In addition, please remember to fill out the medication permission questions on the annual verification form.This allows us to give your student certain medications (for example tylenol and ibuprofen), without a phone call to a parent/guardian for permission.

We hope you have a healthy start to the school year! Please reach out to let us know how we can best support your student (and your family!)

Kim Marsden, BSN, RN

marsdenk@holliston.k12.ma.us

Erica Olson, BSN, RN

olsone@holliston.k12.ma.us

Get involved with Theatre 370 and the Fall Musical The Little Mermaid. Learn about Theatre 370 and the production process as well as practice the audition songs and dance at the Musical Clinic on Tuesday, September 1st after school in the auditorium. Auditions will be held the week of September 8th. More information and sign ups will become available on Google Classroom with join code lluctns. Reach out to SmithR@holliston.k12.ma.us with any questions!

Each month I invite parents and caregivers to join me at Holliston High School to learn more about the experience of our students and to answer questions. In order to accommodate schedules, I hold these coffee hours both in the morning and the early evening. Below are the dates of coffee hour meetings for the year.

Thursday, October 15th - 8:00 am - Holliston High School Main Office

Thursday, November 19th - 5:00 pm - Holliston High School Main Office

Thursday, December 17th - 8:00 am - Holliston High School Main Office

Thursday, January 14th - 8:00 am - Holliston High School Main Office

Thursday, February 11th - 5:00 pm - Holliston High School Main Office

Thursday, March 18th - 8:00 am - Holliston High School Main Office

Thursday, April 15th - 5:00 pm - Holliston High School Main Office

Thursday, May 13th - 8:00 am - Holliston High School Main Office

Holliston High School is seeking parents or guardians to serve on our School Council. Established under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 71, Section 59C, the School Council is an advisory group that brings together the principal, parents and guardians, teachers, community representatives, and students to support ongoing school improvement.

If more than three parents or guardians express interest in serving on the School Council, representatives will be selected through an election conducted by our recognized Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO). All parents and guardians of students attending Holliston High School will be eligible to vote. We welcome candidates who are interested in learning more about HHS, contributing thoughtfully to school-wide conversations, and representing the perspectives of our families. (Please note that these are open meetings and you do not have to be an elected member to attend)

In accordance with Massachusetts law, the School Council meets regularly to:

• Contribute to the development of the annual School Improvement Plan.
• Review the student handbook each spring and consider potential changes to disciplinary policies for the following school year, as outlined in Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 71, Section 37H.

The School Council serves in an advisory capacity and provides an important opportunity for families, educators, students, and community members to share perspectives and support the continued growth of Holliston High School. We encourage interested parents and guardians to consider becoming involved and helping us strengthen the educational experience of all HHS students. If you are interested please reach out to David List at listd@holliston.k12.ma.us.

“The HMASA is having our first community arts fest on Oct. 11th! Join us in Blair Square between 2-6pm for warm concessions, music, and a fall-themed coloring stand!”

Hello HPS Family and Friends,

Fall is officially in full swing at HPS!

October is always a fun and busy month, and there’s plenty happening across our schools! From the Pumpkin Stroll and Glow Party to the Elementary Read-a-Thon and engaging new assemblies, there are lots of ways to join in, lend a hand, and be part of the fun.

These fall traditions and experiences are possible because of your support, and we’re so grateful to our donors and volunteers who help bring them to life for our students and school community.

We’re looking forward to a great October!

Warmly,

Your PTO Executive Board

Stacey Raffi, Beth Leach, Michele Scarcelli, Tatyana Drobov, Erin Stanek, and Emily Knup

The PTO Ski & Board Club will be open for registration starting October 1st, 2026 and until December 1st 2026! Get our kids outside this Winter for six weeks of adventure at Wachusett starting January 3rd, 2027. Buses leave from the High School at 4pm and return before 10pm on Sundays.

Please visit https://hollistonpto.org/hhs-skisnowboard for more information and contact HollistonSkiClub@gmail.com for any questions.

The HMAPA believes the arts should be accessible to everyone, which is why we’ve made membership open and completely free.

Whether you’re a parent of an arts student, a student yourself, or simply someone who loves and supports the arts, you’re already part of our community.

Registering your membership simply helps us stay connected with you. Registered members are among the first to hear about upcoming events, ticket sales, volunteer opportunities, meetings, and other HMAPA news and opportunities.

And the best part? Registering is completely FREE! There’s no cost and no obligation—just an easy way to stay informed and connected with the arts community.

Join us, stay connected, and help us continue making the arts accessible to all!

• Sunday, 11/1: Butterfly Reunion @4-6 PM, Fatima Shrine - sign up!
  
• Take the parent survey!
• Take Building Bright Brains!
• Submit a loved one's name for the Remembrance Tree