Highland Primary School

Dear Highland Primary, Grantfork Elementary, and Highland Elementary Families,

PowerPTC is currently open for conference scheduling at Highland Primary (K-2 only) and Highland Elementary on October 30 and October 31. 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 on the top right and then “Power PTC” on the left side under “For Parents.” Power PTC will remain open through 11:00 PM Friday, October 24. Please contact the appropriate building office if assistance is needed.

Thank you,

Highland CUSD #5

8 days ago, Dr. Chris Becker

Dear Highland Primary, Grantfork Elementary, and Highland Elementary Families,

This is a reminder that Power PTC will open tomorrow, October 9, 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 24. Conferences will be held on Thursday, October 30, from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM and Friday, October 31, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. If assistance is needed, please contact the appropriate building office.

Thank you,

Highland CUSD #5

9 days ago, Dr. Chris Becker

Dear Highland Primary, Grantfork Elementary, and Highland Elementary Families

Highland Primary (K-2 only), Grantfork Elementary, and Highland Elementary will use the online Power PTC program to schedule this fall’s Parent-Teacher Conferences.. Conferences will be held on Thursday, October 30, from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM and Friday, October 31, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Power PTC will open Thursday, October 9, at 4:00 PM and remain available through 11:00 PM Friday, October 24. Families will receive two emails on October 9 – 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

14 days ago, Dr. Chris Becker

🍂📚 Today, our classrooms had some very special visitors! HHS Student Council members stopped by to read a fall story and do activities with our students. 💛 Our kids love it when the “big kids” come to spend time with them!

22 days ago, Amanda Mullaney

The Primary Playground is closed to the public til noon during summer school.

4 months ago, Julie Korte

We hope you have a fun and safe summer!

4 months ago, Julie Korte

Highland Primary Teacher of the Year Nominee

5 months ago, Julie Korte

Time Capsule Assembly

5 months ago, Julie Korte

Mrs. Smith dropping the time capsule in the hole.

Don't miss out on our last day of school fun on May 27th! We will dismiss at 11:45 a.m.

5 months ago, Amanda Mullaney

Online Registration for the 2025-2026 school year at Highland CUSD #5 closes on Friday, May 23rd. All students planning to attend HCUSD #5 next year must register by May 23, 2025. Parents may log into their PowerSchool Parent Portal (https://ps.highlandcusd5.org/public/home.html) , click on “forms,” and submit the forms tied to their student’s account. If you have any questions, please email Tammy Stieb at tstieb@highlandcusd5.org.

5 months ago, Dr. Chris Becker

The Community Survey on Walking and Biking Trails is now open! The City of Highland is developing a Sidewalks and Trails Master Plan. They want to make our city a more walkable community, and with over 7 miles of bike trails, Highland is home to more city owned bike trails than any other city in the Metro East, and we'd like to know how you think we should expand on this community asset. Please take a moment to complete this survey and share your thoughts and priorities. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Highland_SidewalksTrails_survey

5 months ago, Dr. Chris Becker

Happy Principals' Day

6 months ago, Dr. Chris Becker

Registration has started.

6 months ago, Julie Korte

Scooter's Coffee has baristas here to make your coffee. Please come down this morning to get your coffee and muffin. Thanks!!

6 months ago, Amanda Mullaney

It's time to pre-register for Kindergarten at Highland Community Schools! If your child is turning 5 years old, on or before Sept 1, 2025, they are eligible for Kindergarten in the 25/26 school year. Students who are Kindergarten eligible and are currently enrolled in PreK with HCUSD#5, please log into your Powerschool parent portal and fill out all forms tied to your students account to register online. https://ps.highlandcusd5.org/public/ For new students (who have never enrolled before) but are kindergarten eligible, please click on the link below to start the registration process. Once your form is approved, you will receive an email with instructions on how to set up a Powerschool parent portal, and will be able to fill out all registration forms online. https://ps.highlandcusd5.org/public/formbuilder/form.html?formid=15176 Any questions feel free to email tstieb@highlandcusd5.org

8 months ago, Dr. Chris Becker

Highland Primary has openings for the 2025-26 school year.

8 months ago, Julie Korte

It's time to Pre-Register for Kindergarten for Highland Community Schools! If your child is turning 5 years old, on or before Sept 1, 2025, they are eligible for Kindergarten in the 25/26 school year. For Kindergarten eligible students currently enrolled in PreK with HCUSD#5, please log into your Powerschool parent portal and fill out all forms tied to your student's account to register online. https://ps.highlandcusd5.org/public/ For new students (who have never enrolled before) but are kindergarten eligible, please click on the link below to start the registration process. Once your form is approved you will receive an email with instructions on how to set up a Powerschool parent portal and will be able to fill out all registration forms online. https://ps.highlandcusd5.org/public/formbuilder/form.html?formid=15176 Any questions, feel free to email tstieb@highlandcusd5.org

8 months ago, Dr. Chris Becker

Please see the link below for information on the Highland Primary Open House scheduled for January 22 and 23. Due to the excitement of the new school, we added a second night, as we expect a large crowd in attendance and tight parking. https://www.canva.com/design/DAGcGMx5bxA/Nbz_E_3tTnfj2y997_JcbA/view?utm_content=DAGcGMx5bxA&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h687cce2e28 Finally, opening a new building is no easy task and, as expected, has brought its share of challenges. But throughout it all, our students, staff, parents, and community stay positive and problem-solve any adversity that comes our way. This is a phenomenal accomplishment for Highland CUSD #5 and our community, and we thank you for your continued support. When an organization builds capacity as a team, great things happen.

9 months ago, Dr. Chris Becker

Highland CUSD 5: Highland CUSD No. 5 Parents and Staff, Due to the timing of the winter storm advisory in effect for tomorrow morning and throughout the day, Highland CUSD No. 5 will not be in session tomorrow, Friday, January 10. It was a challenging week with weather and the opening of a new school, but we knew what we had after the previous winter storm. The forecast presents an unknown for tomorrow and we will be cautious given the circumstances. I feel it is important to make the call as early as possible to allow parents to make arrangements if necessary. Enjoy your weekend and hope to have a 5-day week next week! Educationally Yours, Michael S. Sutton, Superintendent

9 months ago, Dr. Chris Becker

January 7, 2025 Good Afternoon, Highland CUSD #5 Students and Families, We are excited to welcome back students and staff on Wednesday, January 8, for the start of semester II. Highland teachers and staff participated in a Teacher Institute on Tuesday, and we fully expect to be in session on Wednesday morning. Currently, school parking lots and walkways are primarily clear across the district thanks to the efforts of our facilities team. Colder temperatures are expected tonight, and refreezing may present some slick areas tomorrow morning. Please use caution when walking, driving to school, and navigating our parking lots. Finally, the updated Highland CUSD #5 School Schedule begins tomorrow, so please plan accordingly regarding these changes. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1R2bkBTUGOB5aCrOhAoizIOobFKJM2PJA/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=116257695689899350070&rtpof=true&sd=true Dress warmly, travel safely, and have a great start to the semester. We appreciate your continued support of Highland CUSD #5. Educationally Yours, Dr. Chris A. Becker Assistant Superintendent

9 months ago, Dr. Chris Becker