HPS Weekly Update

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Every year student fees are added to your student's Infinite Campus account. You can pay these fees either in person at the office with exact change, with a check made out to High Plains School or a credit card. You can also pay these fees online in your Parent Portal account. If you need help getting into your account please contact Sarah Miller @ 970-679-9802 or sarah.miller1@tsd.org and she will help you. These fees help pay for consumables that your student uses throughout the year.

Big news! High Plains is hosting an online book fair. Visit book-efairs.follettcontent.com and use code M2GD3 to shop. The book fair is April 22-May 6th. Students get a free drawstring bag with purchase while supplies last. For every dollar our online book fair earns, our school will receive 20% back as a credit. We can use this credit to purchase books and resources that will enhance our school and classroom libraries. We aim to $1500. Can we achieve that goal? Yes, we can!

Several guardians and staff members are participating in the book study, Anxious Generation. Each week we’ll share insights from the book and the group’s conversations.

Quote: "Governments and tech companies have a moral responsibility to protect the mental well-being of young people by implementing policies and designs that mitigate the harmful effects of social media, screen time, and societal pressures." — The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt

Food for Thought: Haidt argues that both governments and tech companies must step up to address the mental health crisis facing today’s youth. Policies that regulate screen time, protect against harmful content, and encourage healthier online interactions are key steps that can be taken. Additionally, tech companies must redesign platforms in ways that promote well-being, rather than fueling anxiety and depression. Think about the role these larger systems play in the lives of young people. How can we advocate for stronger protections for mental health in the digital space? What steps can governments and corporations take to reduce the harms of technology and create safer, more supportive environments for youth?

Are you interested in your child being ready for kindergarten? The Thompson School District's Integrated Early Childhood Program provides quality preschool experiences for three and four year olds at 15 different sites around the Loveland and Berthoud area.

If your child will be 3 or 4 years old by October 1, 2025, your child may be eligible to participate in the Thompson School District's Early Childhood Program. We ask all interested families to complete our Preschool Interest Form available on our preschool website. If you have any questions about our program, please call 970-613-5052.

REFRESHED PTCO APP & WEBSITE
The PTCO app and website have a brand-new look! Stay up to date on everything High Plains—from lunch menus and events to volunteer opportunities.
Download the app: PTCO App
Visit: www.HighPlainsPTCO.org

TEACHER APPRECIATION – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Join us in celebrating our incredible teachers and staff. We'll be delivering drinks and muffins from a coffee/smoothie truck to show our appreciation.
Sign up to help: Volunteer Sign Up

SUMMER KICKOFF EVENT – MAY 9
Don’t miss our annual Summer Kickoff at High Plains!
When: Friday, May 9, 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Where: High Plains School
What: DJ, face painting, free Kona Ice for HPS students, obstacle course, and more.
Sign up to volunteer: Volunteer Sign Up

District Grounds Staff will be removing the cottonwood to the east of our school and replacing it with 1-2 trees. If you or someone you know has tree carving skills and is willing to offer free services to carve the trunk of the tree, please share contacts with Danielle Feeney, Principal at danielle.feeney@tsd.org

Email: firstname.lastname@tsd.org
Website: hps.tsd.org
Location: 4255 Buffalo Mountain Drive, Loveland, CO, USA
Phone: 970-679-9800
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/highplainsareaschool