Hello HPS Families and Friends,

As we approach the end of the school year, it’s time to begin thinking about PTO elections. The nomination and voting process for PTO Executive Board positions will take place at the annual District-wide meeting on May 26th. The open Board positions for the upcoming school year are listed below:

Open Board Roles for SY2026-2027:

• Director of Communications
• Director of Fundraising
• Treasurer of Expenses

Learn more about our Board Positions and general PTO positions on our website - please take a look and let us know if you’re interested! 

Your Holliston PTO Board,

Stacey Raffi, Beth Leach, Evie Thibault, Michele Scarcelli, Michlle Nauss & Jess Ommen

Teacher & Staff appreciation weeks are underway, but there is still time for you to help!

Tacos, Coffee Bar, Desserts, Goodie Bags! Over the first two weeks of May. we have plans to show up BIG for the nearly 600 educators and staff who make our schools shine.…but we can’t do it without you.

Here are three ways you can help:

(1) Make a monetary donation specifically for Teacher Appreciation week (Venmo, PayPal, Apple Pay credit card accepted).

(2) Make or buy baked goods

(3) Volunteer your time

Thank you for helping make their week feel as special as they are.

Take a look at the beautiful work OLA has done in the Placentino garden & join them on for future cleanups! Want to get involved? Please email hollistonpto@gmail.com if you would like to help with future cleanups.

OLA is also looking for a Placentino Coordinator to be the point of contact between OLA and the school. You can read the Volunteer Description here.

Congratulations to HHS Student, Sinead Ojha- 2026 John P. Garrahan Leadership in Diversity Award Winner, for her work on the MultiCultural events that she has been hosting for the past 3 years. Sinead was honored at the Alliance For MetroWest Unity Spring event on Friday, May 1st in Framingham.

Art Saves Lives is back on May 14th from 4-8 pm at Holliston High School! This invitation is open to the entire community to view student work from all Holliston schools.

Our Spirit Wear store has been refreshed for spring and summer!

Check out all the new apparel and gear—plus, our umbrellas are back at a better price than last year! Order here

Planning a Party This Season?

The PTO has partnered with Holliston-based vendors Jump and Slide & Top Line Event Rentals to make party planning easier from start to finish. Whether you’re organizing a kids’ birthday or a graduation celebration, they’ve got you covered—from bounce houses and waterslides to tents, tables, chairs, and full party packages.

All rentals include delivery, setup, and breakdown, so you can focus on enjoying the day. Even better, 10% of all sales go back to the PTO when you mention us at booking.

An easy way to bring the fun—and cross one more thing off your list during a busy season.

Next Elementary PTO Meeting: 5/19 12:30pm @ Miller Multi-Purpose Room

Spring is in the air and Field Days (Grades 1-5) and Carnival (Preschool and Kindergarten) are coming soon! Be on the lookout for volunteer sign ups coming out soon!  



PreK/K Carnival: June 4 

Grade 1: June 10

Grade 2 and Montessori: June 16

Grade 3: June 8

Grade 4: June 12

Grade 5: June 24

The next RAMS PTO Meeting will be Monday, 5/11, 8:40 AM in the teacher's dining room.

All are welcome to join!

Thursday June 4: Graduation Rehearsal

Friday, June 5: Senior Parade through the Elementary and Middle Schools:

Educators and students line the hallways to cheer on the graduates. A lot of happy tears are shed during this event, both from graduates and former educators!

Graduation is Sunday, June 7

Class of 2027 Families!



Please reach out to Stacey Raffi & Liz Kelly (raffifamily@gmail.com) to ensure you are on their mailing list for important information for our upcoming Seniors!

Support the Holliston PTO with Minted Graduation Cards!

Celebrate your graduate while giving back! Enjoy 20% off at Minted.com with code FUNDRAISEHOLLISTON. Minted will donate 10% of your purchase to the PTO—perfect for graduation announcements, invitations, thank-you notes, and gifts!

The Holliston Education Foundation (HEF), in partnership with SEPAC, is hosting its major annual fundraiser on May 9. “Strutting for Schools” dinner-dance will feature food, music, dancing, and fundraising activities to support local schools and teachers. HEF has a long history of funding innovative educational programs and classroom resources, while SEPAC focuses on supporting special education needs through grants for students, families, and educators. The event aims to boost community participation and raise critical funds, as current ticket sales are low. You can learn more here or purchase tickets at the link below:

Leadership Metrowest will be hosting a Blood Drive at Danforth Art Museum on Monday, May 11th from 8AM-1PM. All donors will receive complimentary access to the Museum on the day of the drive.

Dates are subject to change - check the school calendars for the most up-to-date information.

May

9 - Panther Prowl 5K Race

11 - Annual Town Meeting, 7 PM @ HHS

13 - Kindergarten & Grade 1 Student Showcase

14 - Art Saves Lives, 4-8 PM @ HHS (open to the public)

14 - School Committee Meeting, 7 PM @ HHS Auditorium

15 - High School Prom

19 - Annual Town Election, 7AM-8PM @ HHS

20-22 - 6th Grade Hale Field Trip

20 - RAMS Band & Chorus Concert

21 - Grade 2 & Montessori 6-8 Student Showcase

22 - Senior Class Picnic/Last Day of School for Seniors

25 - Memorial Day, No School

28 - School Committee Meeting, 7 PM @ HHS Library

June

3 - Scholarship Night, 6:30 PM @ HHS Auditorium

4 - Graduation Rehearsal

4 - PreK & Kindergarten Carnival

4 - 5th Grade Showcase & Variety Show

5 - In-School Graduation & Departmental Awards

5 - Senior Walkthrough

5 - Miller School Spirit Day

7 - High School Graduation Day

8 - 3rd Grade Field Day

9 - Miller Band & Chorus Concert

10-12 - Grade 5 Freedom Trail Field Trip

10 - Grade 1 Field Day

12 - Grade 4 Field Day

12 - High School POPs Concert

15 - 5th Grade Tours @ RAMS

16 - Grade 2 & Montessori Field Day

17 - Popsicles with Police

18 - PTO Ice Cream Social

18 - 7th & 8th Grade Field Trip

19 - Juneteenth, No School

24 - 5th Grade Moving Up Ceremony & Field Day

24 - Grade 2 Crossover Ceremony

25 - Last Day of School, ½ Day

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