Hollis Academy is helping all students develop world class skills as well as life and career characteristics of the Profile of the Graduate by providing a quality learning environment where students feel welcome and are eager to learn. As such, our school goals focus on academic achievement, professional development, technology integration, and community relations. Specific strategies are developed to support the attainment of each goal. Many hours are provided to enhance teaching skills through professional development that focuses on research-based best practices to improve teaching skills, knowledge, and instructional delivery.
Our students have access to a well-established, strategically planned curriculum based on best practices, instruction guided by ongoing assessments, and a faculty and staff knowledgeable in current instruction methodologies. We believe students should be self-motivated problem solvers and lifelong learners who demonstrate mastery in all grade level standards. Therefore, we encourage students to set goals and implement a continuous improvement model while engaging in a variety of academic and enrichment activities, such as Junior Beta Club, student council, safety patrols, chorus, Art Club, Science Day, Math Night and Reading Night.
Technology integration is an important aspect of the elementary curriculum at Hollis. Both teachers and students utilize technology on a daily basis. Our school is equipped with a computer lab, 1-1 Chromebooks in every classroom first through fifth grade, at least six laptops, four Ipads, and four Osmos in each kindergarten and first grade classroom, as well as two Ipad carts, two Chromebook carts, and other computer carts which are available for checkout, all of which function through our wireless platform to ensure full technology integration in every classroom. Classrooms contain Promethean interactive white boards and Dukane cameras to maximize our students’ level of engagement during instruction. Our students also utilize web-based computer programs such as RAZ Kids and Dreambox that provide individualized instruction and practice in reading or mathematics.
Our PTA and SIC continue to work towards improving membership and participation and actively supports our school through fundraising and volunteer efforts. Parents have a wide range of opportunities to be involved in their child’s education, provide opportunities for input, and build strong home/school connections. We are continually growing with our volunteers both from parents and from community stakeholders to help meet the needs of our students.
Hollis Academy continues to strive toward providing a successful learning environment for all students. With the assistance of a dedicated staff and support of our community and stakeholders, we continue to care for children today in order to create leaders for tomorrow.
