Originally delivered on 4/14/2024 8:01 pm

SUBJECT: High Plains Happenings_04.14.24

Happening this Week...

Hungry Hawks - Tuesday 4/16 (details below)

PTCO General Meeting - Wednesday 4/17 (details below)

April Hungry Hawks - McDonald's Tues 4/16

Join us at McDonald’s for an evening of food, fun, and fundraising at our next Hungry Hawks Event! 

Visit McDonald's at 10555 E Briarwood CIR, Englewood, CO 80112.

Tuesday, April 16th, from 5 pm to 7 pm, to enjoy your McDonald's favorites and support our school.

Every purchase at this event contributes to High Plains PTCO, directly benefiting our school community. Don't miss out on this chance to savor delicious food while making a difference!

"Ba da ba ba bah, I'm lovin' it."

PTCO General Meeting

Wednesday 4/17, 8am

Our final PTCO General Meeting of the year will be Wednesday, April 17th at 8am.  Join us for Q&A with a Campus Representative - where CMS Principal Lissa Staal will be available to chat with incoming 6th grader parents. 

Staff Appreciation Week 4/22-4/26

High Plains Staff Appreciation week is April 22-26! We have a few things up our sleeves to show our appreciation to the incredible team.

Let’s show our incredible teachers and staff how much we value their hard work, dedication, and unwavering commitment to our children’s education. Again this year, we’re brewing up something special: a heartfelt coffee surprise. We've created a signup genius for every staff member - families can sign up and bring them their morning joe (or tea) next Monday morning, April 22.

Coffee Signup

But that's not all - check out the other activities we're spoiling our amazing HP Staff with!

  • Tuesday 4/23 - Breakfast provided by Greenwood Dentist
  • Wednesday 4/24 - A Popcorn bar provided by the HP PTCO
  • Thursday 4/25A Delicious Taco bar donated from Chuy's Mexican
  • Friday 4/26- Sweet Treats in the Staff Lounge + Goodie Bags from a PTCO Parent Party
PTCO Parent Parties

There are only a few more opportunities to build connections and support HP! Join us for one these awesome events.

Upcoming Parties:

Kindergarten Prom - Calling all Cowboys and Cowgirls 

Dress in your best Western attire or favorite dancing kicks and invite a special date (parent, grandparent or caregiver) to join you for an evening of fun, dancing, and play with kindie friends! Dinner and dessert will be served! (No weapons allowed.)

Friday, 4/19, Kindergarteners + an adult


Hollywood Hawks—Soar into Stardom Lights, Camera, Let’s Party! Annnndddd, action! 

Roll out the red carpet because we’re throwing a costume party fit for Hollywood—and you’re the star! Join us for an adults-only night of fun, refreshments, games, music and dancing under the stars. Come dressed as your favorite movie character or couple. Costumes…mandatory. Limousines…optional.

Saturday, 5/11, Adults only


Women Warriors—Empower, Elevate, Energize 

Fill your cup this Mother's Day! Back by popular demand and SOLD OUT last year...join us for an afternoon of alfresco yoga taught by Julia Otterstrom RYT 200, followed by an intimate wine tasting with One Hope Wines and food pairing prepared by Colleen Kaufman. Non-alcoholic beverages will also be available.

Saturday, 5/18, Adults only


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High Plains Spring Carnival

We are so excited to share some details of our Spring Carnival - our celebration of an amazing 2023-2024 school year!

Date: Wednesday, May 22

Time: 4:30-6:30pm

Location: High Plains playground & parking lot 

(if weather permits)

Details: There is no charge for entry and open to all High Plains families.

More details to come!

Want to help?

We are looking for some amazing families to help us make this Spring Carnival fun and exciting, by hosting a booth with a carnival game or just donating prizes. All it takes is a little craftiness and some enthusiasm! We've provided some ideas on the flyer below, as well as a signup genius to lay claim on your idea!


*In order to keep this event low cost and inclusive, families who are willing to put their time and effort into these games are essential.

SIgn-up Genius
Last Chance to Order your Yearbook

Order by 4/14

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Did you snap a photo at the Run-4-Funds or other school functions?  Please share them with our yearbook coordinator by 4/15! Simply email your photos to: highplainsyearbookphotos@gmail.com

SHOUTOUT to Chad McDonald, our website manager.  Chad has been keeping our PTCO website up-to-date with the latest information! We are so grateful for all of his efforts!

Important Reminders
  • Many of the School and PTCO Key dates can be found here
  • Wednesdays are Early Release Days, school will end at 1:45pm
  • Want to connect with someone?  Our school directory can be found here
Donate to High Plains While You Shop

Quick and easy ways to donate to High Plains, visit the below links and start giving!

Community Partner Shoutout

A big thank you to Union Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistryfor supporting High Plains Elementary!  

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