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Holly Grove Middle School Counseling and Student Services
Holly Grove Middle School Counseling and Student Services
Rising 6th Grade Registration Events and Information
We’re sharing this Save the Date flyer as a convenient way to spread the word about our upcoming events for families of future Holly Grove Bulldogs. It highlights opportunities to learn about our school, explore programs, and get ready for middle school, including:
Expo Night – “See it all, choose your adventure!”
Prospective Student Tours – “Come explore your future home!”
Bulldog Training Camp – “Walk the halls, own your schedule!”
This flyer is an easy reference to help families plan ahead and ensure no one misses these important events. Feel free to share this information with families, friends, and neighbors. We can’t wait to welcome our future Bulldogs!
Holly Grove Middle School Expo Night
February 19, 2026, from 6:00–7:30 PM
We encourage families interested in attending Holly Grove Middle School for the 2026–27 school year to join us for our Expo Night on February 19, 2026, from 6:00–7:30 PM to explore our academic and extracurricular programs.
📣 If you missed Expo Night, click the link to all the information shared that night.
Prospective Student Tours
January 22th and February 26th, 9:00 AM or 1:15 PM
Couldn't Make Expo Night? Come Tour Holly Grove MS! If you’re unable to attend Expo Night, are considering Holly Grove MS as your MTYR option, or are interested in transferring to our school, we’d love to welcome you for a tour! Come visit the Grove and see all we have to offer our students and families.
👉 Please fill out this form to reserve your tour spot
Rising 9th Grade Registration Events and Information
Holly Grove Middle School High School Registration Night
February 17, 2026, from 6:00–7:00 PM in the Cafetorium
HGMS Counselors will be presenting an overview of high school registration information for students and families. This session will cover important details about course selection, graduation requirements, and helpful tips to support a smooth transition to high school.
In House Registration Events and Information
📣 Registration Information Coming soon! 📣
Registration information for the 2026–2027 school year will be posted on our School Counseling website soon. Please check back regularly for updates and important details to help you prepare for the upcoming school year. 📅✨
We look forward to supporting you and your student!
Protecting Our Students Lesson
📢 Student Safety & Well-Being Announcement
As part of our commitment to student safety and well-being, all middle and high schools in the Wake County Public School System are required to show the Protecting Our Students videos to students in grades 6–12 during the school year. A state law passed in 2023 requires that all public school students in grades 6–12 view these videos.
These age-appropriate videos were developed by the Center for Safer Schools in collaboration with Capitol Broadcasting Company. They are designed to educate students about inappropriate behavior and adult misconduct in school settings, help students learn skills to stay safe, and identify trusted adults they can turn to for help. Our goal is to empower students with knowledge while approaching this important and sensitive topic with care and respect.
🎯 After watching the video, students will be able to:
Recognize what inappropriate behavior by an adult is and what it might look like if it is happening to them or someone they know
Learn and practice healthy behaviors and skills to stay safe
Identify a trusted adult they can go to for help
🎥 Families may preview the videos on YouTube using the link below:
➡️ Protecting Our Students Video
➡️Letter to Families from Mr. Burleson, Our Principal
College Fair
Focus College Fair
Thursday, March 26, 2026, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Raleigh Convention Center
WCPSS Magnet and Early College Information
Early College High Schools
October 15, 2025 - December 12, 2025
The Early College application period for enrollment in the 2025-26 school year is October 15, 2025 - December 12, 2025. Click HERE to learn more about the six WCPSS Early College High Schools. To apply for an Early College High School, review the application process HERE.
Magnet High Schools
October 15, 2025 - January 22, 2026
The Magnet School application period for enrollment in the 2025-26 school year is October 15, 2025 - January 22, 2026. To learn more about the Magnet School application process and to apply, CLICK HERE. For questions and inquiries, email magnetcenter@wcpss.net.
Early College and Magnet School
Informational Slides
North Wake College and Career Academy
Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy
Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy
Crossroad Flex
Vernon Malone College and Career Academy
Wake Early College of Health and Sciences
Wake Early College of Information & Biotechnologies
Students may request an appointment with their counselor by filling out the Google forms on this site or by emailing the counselor for their grade level:
6th grade - Christine Van Keuren- cvankeuren@wcpss.net
7th grade - Tanisha Mincey - tmincey@wcpss.net
8th grade - John Knapp - jlknapp@wcpss.net
Counselors will call for students when they are available to meet.
Do not complete email if there is a safety issue that needs immediate attention.
For a safety issue during the school day, let your teacher know immediately.
For a safety issue outside of school hours, let your parent or law enforcement know immediately.