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September 27, 2024

Upcoming Events-- Mark Your Calendars

October 2- Walk to School Day

October 8- Culver's Night-5:00-8:00pm

October 15- PTA Meeting 6:00-7:00pm in HPE library

October 18- NO SCHOOL

October 23-24- Parent Teacher Conferences (NO SCHOOL)

October 25- NO SCHOOL

October 30-Trunk or Treat 6:00-7:00pm

October 31- Fall Parties

Helpful Reminder

If you are picking your child up from school, please try and do it before 2:00, especially on Fridays. This will help with the traffic we have up at the front office during this time. Also, if you are checking your student out for an appointment or to leave early please let the front office staff know in advance. This will help with getting your student ready to go when you arrive. Thank you!!

Learning for Life Award: Mrs. Heather Taylor

We celebrated Heather Taylor, third grade teacher at Highland Park Elementary as our September Learning for Life Award winner!

Mrs. Taylor was nominated by her colleagues for her outstanding qualities:

She is dedicated, patient and committed to her students’ growth.

As the former CLASS program leader at HPE, she ensured its success.

She creates a fun, safe and supportive learning environment.

Her calm demeanor and supportive, family-like approach enhances the work experience at HPE. #R7proud

We appreciate all you do for our HPE community Mrs. Taylor!!

HPE Yearbook Cover Contest

All entries are due on Tuesday, October 1st!

Want to Volunteer??

Check out our "Husky Hero" and "Husky Helper" flyers to learn how to get involved!

Husky Heroes

Husky Helpers

Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15th-October 15th. To honor this special month, we have created a wonderful bookcase collection outside the library featuring a variety of books that highlight Hispanic culture, history, and contributions.

BIST Training Sessions for Families

As part of ongoing support for families, your child’s school is offering a series of classes for parents and guardians through a partnership with the Behavior Intervention Support Team (BIST). These training sessions are designed to provide ways you can support your child’s developing academic and behavior skills, as well as increase consistency between home and school.

Click on the link for more information:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/12zPjnqkrMndLB6zkXic_pPGz_wmyKg49/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=102873994959998204580&rtpof=true&sd=true

Race for the Future

Join us Saturday, October 12 for a morning of fitness, food, fun and fundraising to support LSR7 teachers, students and programs! The top three schools with highest participation will receive grants up to $1,000! We're bringing back the Kids Zone, which will feature booths offering free games, giveaways and activities. Click the link below to register.

Register by September 29th to receive this t-shirt!

Race for the Future 5k & Kids Dash Fun Run

Saturday, October 12, 2024

Lee's Summit West High School Activity Complex

7:30am: Arrival/Warm-Up/Registration

8:00am: 5k Start

Approx. 9:00am: Kids Dash Fun Run

Breakfast Refreshments will be provided

https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/LeesSummit/RaceForTheFuture

HPE School Hours

Student hours will be 7:45-2:45 each day. Doors will open at 7:30 each morning and buses will depart at 2:45 each afternoon. The tardy bell will ring at 7:45. The HPE office will be open 7:15 - 3:15 each day to assist you with any needs you may have.

Lunch Visitors

This year we will welcome back lunch visitors to the building. A few things to keep in mind.

Lunch visitors are welcome Monday-Thursday (not Fridays due to late start).
First semester: No visitors Nov. 25; Nov. 26; or, after Dec. 5.

Late Start Fridays

On Late Start Fridays, school will start one hour late with the school doors opening at 8:30. School buses will also run one hour late when picking up students.

Free and Reduced Lunch Program

Do you know about the Free and Reduced Lunch program? Parents/guardians are strongly encouraged to complete the application for free and reduced meals online. This can be completed on a computer, tablet, chrome book or cell phone. Check the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) eligibility guidelines to see if your family qualifies.

LSR7 is Hiring

LSR7 is hiring the following positions for the 24-25 school year. If you know anyone that might be interested in working for this great school district, please ask them to apply on the LSR7 website or click on the following link.

LSR7 Jobs