Hounds Family Connection Newsletter
September 6, 2024
Dear Highland Families,
The safety of our students during arrival and dismissal is our top priority.
To ensure that students at Highland thrive, it’s crucial that we work together.
Even in stressful situations where emotions are high, it is essential to remember that students are observing our behaviors while on school property. As parents, it's important to model positive behavior for our students even in such instances.
Here are a few reminders:
Consider staying respectful and calm
Communicate politely, effectively, and clearly
Aim to collaborate and find common ground
If needed, offer apologies and show empathy
Just as we are actively teaching our students at Highland, it's essential to handle conflicts with self-awareness and to avoid unkind or inappropriate words and actions. It is everyone's responsibility to maintain mutual respect and ensure the safety of each other as well as our students.
We must seek to handle parent-to-parent conflicts that arise in a civil manner. If we are not successful, please be advised that Administration will follow the District's protocol, which may involve contacting the Elgin Police Department for assistance.
Thank you for prioritizing the safety and well-being of our students and each other while on Highland’s campus.
Sincerely,
Principal Lanotte
Assistant Principal Harrison
If your child is truly sick, they need to stay home. For a fever, a student must be fever free with no help of medication for 24 hours prior to returning to school. This rule also applies if a student is vomiting or has diarrhea. A student must be free of these symptoms without help of medication for 24 hours to be able to return to school.
Dear Highland Families,
Dear Highland Families,
I know that it can be hard to decide whether to send your child to school on days when they have some signs of illness, especially as U-46 is really pushing for better attendance.
I urge you to check out the web page: Every Minute Matters, which includes a handy checklist When to Keep Your Child Home. After referencing that information, if you still have questions, please reach out to me or your child's pediatrician. My goal is to have all students healthy, in school, and learning!
