O.W. Holmes School

08/31/2026

08/29/2026

Meet the Holmes Staff! 💛🖤

We’re excited to introduce the amazing staff members who make O.W. Holmes a special place to learn, grow, and belong!

Over the next few days, we’ll be highlighting members of our Holmes Family so you can put a face to the name and get to know the people who will be supporting our students throughout the school year.

From our teachers and support staff to our office team and school leadership, each person plays an important role in helping our students shine.

Take a moment to check out our Meet the Staff posts and help us welcome everyone back for another great year at Holmes!

Remember, “There’s No Place Like Holmes!” 💛🖤

08/13/2026

📢 NEW COMMUNICATION UPDATE FOR HOLMES FAMILIES! 💛🖤

MPS is making some exciting changes to the way we communicate with families! We are transitioning to a new communication app called ParentSquare. 📱✨

The great news? ParentSquare is easy to download and easy to use! 🙌🏾

Even better, if you have children attending different MPS schools, you can have communication from ALL of their schools in ONE place! 🎉 No more trying to keep up with multiple apps and messages.

📲 We encourage all Holmes families to download ParentSquare and get connected!

Stay informed. Stay connected. Stay in the know! 💛🖤

More information and support will be coming soon to help everyone get started!

O.W. Holmes Family — let’s stay connected! 🐯💛🖤

08/11/2026

07/27/2026

There's No Place Like Holmes! 📖📚📖📓

Looking for a school where your child will be encouraged, supported, and inspired to succeed? Oliver Wendell Holmes K-8 School is now enrolling, and we'd love to welcome your family!

✨ Why choose Holmes?
✔️ Transportation Provided
✔️ Quality Education
✔️ Caring & Dedicated Staff
✔️Bright Futures
✔️ A Strong, Supportive School Community

At Holmes, we believe every child deserves a safe, welcoming environment where they can grow academically, socially, and emotionally.

🖤💛 Your Child. Their Future. Our Mission.

📞 Call today to enroll: 414-475-8159
Come see why so many families are proud to say...

💛 "There's No Place Like Holmes!" 🖤

Please help us spread the word by liking, sharing, and tagging a family looking for an amazing K-8 school!

07/24/2026

Summer fun is just around the corner! Join Children's Wisconsin for their Summer Celebration Health Fair on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
This FREE community event is a great opportunity for families to enjoy an afternoon filled with health, wellness, and fun! Come out to connect with community resources, enjoy family-friendly activities, and celebrate a healthy summer together.
We hope to see many of our Holmes families there! Be sure to mark your calendars and invite your friends and neighbors for a day of community, connection, and summertime fun.
Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

06/11/2026

O.W. Holmes 8th Grade Families,

You are officially invited to celebrate our amazing scholars at the O.W. Holmes Promotion Ceremony honoring the Class of 2026. We are excited to recognize all of the hard work, growth, and accomplishments our students have achieved this school year.

Monday, June 15
9:30 AM
2463 N. Buffum St.
Milwaukee, WI 53212

Please remember: A ticket is required for attendance. Each student should've brought home 4 tickets; if not, please talk to them about it.

Parents/guardians, please stay in contact with Middle School staff to confirm if your child is eligible to participate in the promotion ceremony.

We look forward to celebrating this special milestone with our Holmes family.