Upcoming Events-- Mark Your Calendars
Februrary 10-3rd Grade Field Trip to Coterie Theater (see below)
February 11-PTA Meeting 6:00 @ HPE Library
February 13-23-HPE Read A Thon
February 14-Valentines Day Parties
February 14-5th Grade Field Trip to Miller Theater
February 17-President's Day NO SCHOOL
February 28- Teacher PD Day NO SCHOOL
March 5- Principals Day
March 5- Statewide Tornado Drill
March 6- Kindergarten Kickoff 5:00-6:00
March 9- Daylight Savings
March 10-Girls on the Run Begins 2:45
March 11-Culver's Night 5:00-8:00
March 13- 3rd Grade Wax Museum in HPE Gym 1:30-2:00
March 13- PTA Bingo for Books in HPE Gym 6:00-7:00
March 14- 3rd Quarter Ends
March 17- St. Patrick's Day
March 18- PTA Meeting in HPE Library 6:00-7:00
March 19-20 HPE Book Fair
March 21-Choir KC Mavericks Performance 5:00-7:00
March 27- 5th Grade Field Trip to WWI Museum
March 27- PTA Skate Night at Rink Ratz 6:00-8:00
Arrival at HPE
Important things to remember to make sure your student is not tardy:
- Students must be inside the school doors by 7:45 (8:45 on Fridays). Anyone arriving after that time will be considered tardy.
- All school doors close by 7:45. Anyone arriving after that time will need to go through the front doors to be let in.
- Announcements for the day begin at 7:46. If you are arriving at 7:46 or after you may be asked to wait a couple of minutes until the announcements are finished.
We appreciate your support.
Leaving Early?
- Help us ease front office congestion! Pick your student up from school by 2 p.m., especially on Fridays.
- Minimizing commotion the last 1/2 hour of the day helps us meet safety protocols.
- Is your student leaving early? Notify our front office staff (816.986.2250 or heather.wathan@lsr7.net) by Noon.
We'll inform necessary parties, and prepare your student to exit efficiently when you visit.
Valentines Day Parties
Valentine’s Day parties- Sock Hop!! Friday, February 14th
- Please sign up if you want to volunteer to help @ the parties!
- Volunteers & students may dress up in sock hop attire or your red & pink faves!
HPE Read A Thon
Get Ready for the Read-a-Thon!
From February 14th to 23rd, students at Highland Park Elementary will dive into a world of books for our annual Read-a-Thon! Packets will go home on February 13th with all the details. We’re encouraging students to read as much as they can and collect donations to support our school.
Let’s make this a fun and rewarding experience for our young readers, as we work together to foster a love for books and raise funds for school programs. Happy reading!
MakerSpace Volunteers
Interested in volunteering? Click on the MakerSpace sign up link below for January and February!
AMI Days
The Lee's Summit School District has used 5 AMI Days for the 2024-25 school year. We will have no more AMI Day this year and will be switching to traditional snow days in the event of any more snow. Since we had a snow day on Wendesday, February 6th, our new last day of school is Tuesday, May 27, 2025.
Cold Weather
As the colder weather begins to set in, we would like to remind you that recess will continue to be held outdoors, even in cold temperatures. It is important for students to be prepared for outdoor recess by dressing appropriately with coats and gloves.
Tips for Cold Weather Preparedness
Dress Warmly: Ensure your child wears a warm coat and gloves to protect against the cold.
Label Clothing: It is a good idea to put your child's name inside their coats. This way, if they leave them outside, they can be returned promptly.
Weather Guidelines for Outdoor Recess
We use a 20-degree temperature guideline for determining when recess is held indoors.
If the wind chill or temperature falls below 20 degrees, we will stay inside for recess
Please ensure your child is equipped for the winter weather so they can enjoy their time outdoors safely and comfortably. Thank you for your cooperation!
School Store Success!!
Thank you to over 230 families who signed-up to support HPE through the SchoolStore.com fundraiser. Already, we have raised over $800 towards our activities that are not covered by District funds. As families continue to find things online through SchoolStore.com, HPE will receive a portion of proceeds. And, students signed-up will accumulate points towards prizes. See the flyer for more information :)
Were You Selected to Chaperone A Field Trip?
Want to Volunteer??
Check out our "Husky Hero" and "Husky Helper" flyers to learn how to get involved!
Lunch Visitors
We welcome you to join your student for lunch. Please respect the following:
- Lunch visitors are welcome Monday-Thursday (not Fridays due to late start).
- Arrive to check-in a minimum of 5-minutes before your student's lunch time; call 816.986.2250 to inquire.
- Second semester: No visitors until Jan. 21st or after May 15th.
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.
PTA Newsletter
HPE Info
Email: stacy.orf@lsr7.net; ryan.mcvay@lsr7.net
Website: http://hpe.lsr7.org/
Location: 400 Southeast Millstone Avenue, Lee's Summit, MO, United States
Phone: (816) 986-2250
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hpepta?fref=ts