Congratulations to our 1st Quarter Perfect Attendance Winners!
1 day ago, Erin Cotto
1st Quarter Perfect Attendance
Congratulations to our BEA Mini Grant Winners!
Mrs. Favre, Mrs. Plebanek and Mrs. Portell
1 day ago, Erin Cotto
2026 BEA Grant Winners
Congratulations to our PE Athletes of the Month!
1 day ago, Erin Cotto
PE Students of the Month

Who showed courage this October? Our VIP winners did by leading with heart and bold action! Congrats to our October VIPs for living the word of the month: courage.

3 days ago, Erin Cotto
Grade 4 VIP Winners
Grade 3 VIP Winners
Grade 5 VIP Winners
Mrs. Plebanek's class worked collaboratively to find evidence and present it during a socratic seminar in ELA today.They are really enjoying poetry!
3 days ago, Erin Cotto
Mrs. Plebanek's Class

Dear Highland Primary and Highland Elementary Families,

This is a reminder that Power PTC will close Friday, October 23, at 11:00 PM. Conferences will be held on Thursday, October 29, from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM and Friday, October 30, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

If assistance is needed to schedule a conference, please contact the appropriate building office.

Thank you,


Highland CUSD #5

https://www.highlandcusd5.org/

4 days ago, Dr. Chris Becker
PT Conferences
Join us for Red Ribbon Week and Halloween Dress up Days! *Please note- in order to accomodate 5th grade's Lory Theater trip, we have switch the costume dress up day to Tuesday, October 27.
7 days ago, Erin Cotto
Dress Up Days
Looking for a full day of fun for your kids on Oct. 29? Join HHS O.S. IMPACT at Highland Elementary Cafeteria (Grades K–8), 10 AM–8 PM. Activities include face painting, interactive games & prizes, music, movies, snacks, and more — lunch served at 12:30. Cost: $8/hour or $50 for the whole day; $5 per additional child. Ages 4–12. Please fill out the Google Form by scanning the QR code on the flyer. Have questions? Message 618-971-1178 or 618-882-8585.
10 days ago, Erin Cotto
PTC Childcare

Dear Highland Primary and Highland Elementary Families,

Power PTC is currently open for conference scheduling at Highland Primary (K-2 only) and Highland Elementary on October 29 and October 30. Please reference the Quick Start Guide below to activate a new account and schedule a conference.

The PTC system and guide are also available on the district website. Click “Menu” on the banner at the top right, then “Power PTC” on the left side under “For Parents.” Power PTC will remain open through 11:00 PM Friday, October 23. Please contact the appropriate building office if assistance is needed.

Thank you,

Highland CUSD #5

16 days ago, Dr. Chris Becker
PT CONFERENCES

Dear Highland Primary and Highland Elementary Families,

This is a reminder that Power PTC will open tomorrow, October 8, at 4:00 PM to allow in-person Parent-Teacher Conference scheduling for Highland Primary (K-2 only) and Highland Elementary. Tomorrow, families will receive two emails – the first containing an activation code and the second with information for accessing and using the system. Power PTC will remain open through 11:00 PM Friday, October 23. Conferences will be held on Thursday, October 29, from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM and Friday, October 30, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. If assistance is needed, please contact the appropriate building office.

Thank you,

Highland CUSD #5


17 days ago, Dr. Chris Becker
PT CONF
Mrs. Alexander's class performed egg drops in science class. Of the 24 eggs dropped, only 3 broke! Future scientists are hard at work! 🔬
18 days ago, Erin Cotto
Mrs. Alexander dropping eggs.
Mrs. Alexander dropping eggs.
Egg Holders
Students creating egg holders.
Students creating egg holders.
Say hello to our PE Students of the Month!
They pushed their limits, supported teammates, and made fitness fun. From sprinting to teamwork drills, these students showed what dedication looks like. Help us celebrate their hustle!
18 days ago, Erin Cotto
PE Students of the Month
Meet our September VIPs — champions of Responsibility! They show up, do the right thing, and help others do the same. From turning in work on time to stepping up for classmates, these students make our community better every day.
19 days ago, Erin Cotto
5th Grade VIP Winners
4th Grade VIP Winners
3rd Grade VIP Winners

Dear Highland Primary and Highland Elementary Families,

Highland Primary (K-2 only) and Highland Elementary will use the online Power PTC program https://www.powerptc.net/powerptc/ to schedule this fall's Parent-Teacher Conferences. Conferences will be held on Thursday, October 29, from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM and Friday, October 30, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Power PTC will open Thursday, October 8, at 4:00 PM and remain available through 11:00 PM Friday, October 23. Families will receive two emails on October 8 – the first containing an activation code and the second with information for accessing and using the system. Only one code is necessary per family, as multiple students may be added to a single account.

Our goal is to make the conference scheduling process as convenient as possible. Please contact the appropriate building office if assistance is needed.

Thank you,

Highland CUSD #5
https://www.highlandcusd5.org/

22 days ago, Dr. Chris Becker
PT Conference
Highland Elementary students are invited to participate in the Madison County Green Schools Program’s America Recycles Day Poster Contest.
Theme: “Keep America Beautiful” — students should create original artwork that communicates how recycling protects our environment. All posters and entry forms are due to the HE office by October 7th!
26 days ago, Erin Cotto
Poster Contest Information
Entry Form for Contest
Recycle challenge reminder! ♻️ Bring plastic caps/lids & ink printer cartridges to school — label your bag with teacher + item count and bring it to the office. Top 3 classes: Alexander, Bartlett, Klostermann. Contest ends Sept 30 — who will take #1?
26 days ago, Erin Cotto
September Recycling Contest 2026
Got plans for Spirit Week? ✨ Highland Elementary HOCO Dress-Up Days — Sept. 28–Oct. 2:
27 days ago, Erin Cotto
HE HOCO Dress up Days
Still want to buy books from the Book Fair? Our online store is open until Sept. 27th!
Click the link below to order online: http://www.scholastic.com/bf/highlandelementaryschool8
about 1 month ago, Erin Cotto
Online Book Fair Link 2026
Don't forget, tonight is Family Reading Night! 6:00-8:00 PM: Book fair is open in the gym 6:30-7:30 PM: Grade level reading activities Hope to see you there!
about 1 month ago, Brooke Krey
Family Reading Night

Don't forget early dismissal on Wednesday, Sept. 16th! Walkers/Car Riders will be dismissed at 2:15 PM. Students that ride a bus will be dismissed at 2:20 PM.

about 1 month ago, Brooke Krey
Early Dismissal