Originally delivered on 4/21/2024 8:21 pm

SUBJECT: High Plains Happenings_04.21.24

Happening this Week...

Staff Appreciation Week - 4/22-4/26 (details below) - Don't forget to sign up to bring coffee for the HP staff!

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 with every staff member's favorite beverage - families can sign up and bring them their morning joe (or tea) this coming Monday morning, April 22.

Coffee Signup

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

  • Tuesday 4/23 - A Popcorn bar provided by the HP PTCO

  • Wednesday 4/24 - A Delicious Taco bar donated from Chuy's Mexican

  • Thursday 4/25 - Breakfast provided by Greenwood Dentist

  • Friday 4/26 - Sweet Treats in the Staff Lounge + Goodie Bags from a PTCO Parent Party


Thanks for always showing our High Plains Staff how much we appreciate all that they do!  Don't forget to thank them next week!

Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast - 5/2

High Plains Teachers and Staff would like to thank all of our volunteers that have found time in their busy lives to support teachers, staff and students this past year. From field trips to classroom parties, reading with students, and everything in between, we would like to invite you to our annual Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast to celebrate an amazing year of partnership. 

 

To join us on Thursday May 2, 8:15-9:15am, please click on the link below to view the invitation

Volunteer RSVP 

Spring Specials - 5/2

Join us for Spring Specials Performances on Thursday, May 2 at 5:00-6:45pm.

See Flyer for Details!

YOU BELONG Corner

Check our the latest update from our You Belong Committee.

Including:

Updates to our Committee

Family Ambassadors

Upcoming Holidays


See the Flyer

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:

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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SCHOLASTIC BOGO BOOK FAIR! 5/6-5/10

Join us for our final book fair of the year, Scholastic's Buy One, Get One Free. It's a fantastic time to stock up on great books for summer reading!


It will take place May 6-10 in the library:

Monday: 7:30-3:30

Tuesday: 7:30-3:30

Wednesday: 7:30-2:30

Thursday:  7:30-3:30

Friday:  7:30-3:00


We also need some help with set-up and tear-down to make this last book fair of the year a success!  If you're able, please sign up here


Please see your Friday Folders for more information about the fair, including eWallet for convenient, cashless payment. See you at the Fair!

High Plains Spring Carnival

Plans are coming together for our Spring Carnival! It will take place on Wednesday, May 22, 4:30-6:30pm at High Plains. We will have lots of amazing activities and so much to celebrate!  See the flyer to learn more about how you can join in the fun!

Check out this flyer

OR 

Volunteer to Help

Upcoming Hungry Hawks

Mark your calendars for upcoming Hungry Hawks Fundraising Events! We're introducing a few summer events to allow for families to stay in touch over break.

May - Modern Market Eatery 5/8

June - Candeeland Indoor Playground 6/27

July - Urban Air Aurora 7/24


We will share more details about these events closer to the dates!

SHOUTOUT to Lindsay Warner, our book fair coordinator.  Lindsay has partnered with Mrs. Connors to make sure our book fairs are executed to perfection. 

A major SHOUTOUT to Mrs. Connors on all of her amazing work on our book fairs this year.  We are so grateful for her planning, execution and the great selection of books and activities!

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 Southmoor Pediatric Dentistryfor supporting High Plains Elementary!  

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