Hawk Highlights
Friday, February 16, 2024
UPCOMING DATES
February 17 - Highland’s PTA’s Highlandpalooza Kickoff Meeting 7:30 p.m.
February 19 - NO SCHOOL - Presidents’ Day
February 22
Evening Parent Teacher Conferences 4:30-8:00 p.m.
Highland PTA's Spring Scholastic Book Fair 4:00-8:00 p.m.
February 23
Miles of Smiles Free Dental Clinic 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Highland PTA’s February Film Fest 6:30-8:30 p.m.
February 26 - Parent University “Technology Night” at Old Orchard Junior High 5:30-6:30 p.m., all are invited
February 29 - Outdoor Education Parent Information Night, Old Orchard Jr. High Forum 6:30 p.m. (for parents/guardians of 5th grade students)
March 3 - Culture Day at Highland (previously known as Heritage Day) 2:00-4:00 p.m.
March 6 - Bad Momz of Comedy, Devonshire Cultural Center 7:30 p.m. (Buy tickets HERE - for grownups only)
March 7 - 2nd grade Musical “It’s A Hit!” (Parents are invited to the 10:00 a.m., 2:15 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. performances).
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PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES
Evening Parent Teacher Conferences are on Thursday, February 22nd from 4:30-8:00 p.m. You can choose an In-person or Video Conference, and please indicate if a language interpreter would be helplful. Meet the Teacher link: https://ssd68.meettheteacher.com.
If you need assistance, please contact the School Office. We are happy to help.
TECHNOLOGY NIGHT, MONDAY, FEBRUARY 26 5:30 PM
All are invited! Hope to see you there!
HIGHLAND PTA’S CULTURAL DAY
Sunday, March 3rd from 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Cultural Day (formerly known as Heritage Day) will be at Highland Elementary School on Sunday, March 3rd from 2-4 pm. Come learn about the diverse cultures we have at Highland. There will be displays, music, arts and crafts, food and more! Please fill out the form and have your child return to their homeroom teacher or email Carrie at carrierodas31@gmail.com. We need families to participate to make this celebration a success!
2ND GRADE MUSICAL “IT’S A HIT!” AT HIGHLAND
The 2nd grade musical “It’s A Hit,” is about baseball, good sportsmanship, teamwork, problem solving and learning how to win and lose with dignity and class. Performances for the families of the 2nd grade students will be on Thursday, March 7th at 10:00 a.m. and 2:15 p.m., and 6:00 p.m. Families are welcome at any of the performances.
HIGHLAND’S SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR
Thursday, February 22 4:00-8:00 p.m.
Thank you for supporting the PTA Book Fair and the Highland library and classroom libraries! Without your help, we would not be able to continue holding book fairs that benefit our school.
If you haven’t dropped by the Book Fair, please be sure to do so on Thursday, February 22nd from 4:00-8:00 p.m. or shop online. All purchases over $25 ship free and every purchase benefits Highland!
REMINDER: MILES OF SMILES
Friday, February 23 9:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Miles of Smiles will be at Highland Elementary School on Friday, February Miles of Smiles, Ltd. is a team of dental professionals that visit schools to provide free dental services to students that have submitted a consent form. The services they provide include dental exam, cleaning, fluoride treatment, and dental sealants (if needed).
If you have questions, please contact Ms. Vakharia at svakharia@skokie68.org or 847-676-5004.
FEBRUARY FILM FESTIVAL
Friday, February 23 6:30 p.m.
February Film Fest - a free and fun family night at Highland. You and your child(ren) can watch one of the two featured films: “Leo” or “Big Hero 6" (an adult is required to stay with their child(ren) for the duration of the event, no drop offs are allowed). Concessions and Spirit Wear will be available for purchase. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. and the movies start promptly at 6:30 p.m.
BAD MOMZ COMEDY SHOW
Wednesday, March 6th at 7:30 p.m.
Devonshire Cultural Center
Do you need more laughter in your life? Highland’s PTA is offering a very entertaining fundraiser night for adults only! The nationally renowned Bad Momz of Comedy group will be performing at the Devonshire Cultural Center. Proceeds will benefit both OOJH and Highland. Please see below for more details and use this link to purchase tickets. Bring your adult family members, friends and neighbors and enjoy a fun evening out with your community!
HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
MONDAYS: 8:40 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
TUESDAYS-FRIDAYS: 8:40 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
9700 Crawford Avenue, Skokie, IL 60076
Phone: 847-676-5001
Fax: 847-676-5099