• January 23rd – February 6th – HHH Children’s Hospital Drive
• February 3rd, 5th, 11th – Parent Teacher Conferences (sign up below)
• February 4th – Late Start
• February 11th – Chick Fil A Dine to Donate (2950 Arapahoe Rd, Erie)
• February 13 – NO SCHOOL
• February 16 – NO SCHOOL
• February 21st – Winter Dance 5-7pm (See PTO Newsletter for additional details)

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Over the past month, our library has been buzzing with learning! Students explored book genres—spotlighting Adventure, Biography, and Folktales—and we paired read‑alouds with short films to reinforce the key features of each. We also hosted a very successful December book fair that raised funds to refresh our shelves and supplies; thanks to your support, we’ve already added new books and stocked up on essentials like bookmarks, markers, and tape. Origami has been an ongoing hit, and students are building confidence listening skills with new folds on occasion..

Looking ahead, we’ll begin exploring the district‑adopted SchoolAI program with students in February, and we’ll continue expanding our origami skills and projects. Instead of another book fair, we’re planning a Spring Book Swap—more details to come as we get closer. Thanks for supporting our readers and our library!

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📣 Celebrate Excellence! Nominate an Educator of the Year ✨
Do you know an SVVSD educator who inspires, innovates, and makes a lasting impact on students? Help us honor their dedication by nominating them for their school’s Educator of the Year as part of the Celebration of Excellence (formerly Tribute to Teachers).

👥 Who can nominate? Students, parents, volunteers, educators, staff, community members, and business partners.

✔️ Eligibility: Nominees must be licensed educators in Colorado, employed at an SVVSD school this year, and not have received their school’s Educator of the Year award in the past two years.

📅 Nominations open: January 12 – February 1
💻 Submit your nomination today: https://stvrainfoundation.org/programs/celebration-of-excellence/

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28 Days of Kindness Challenge

In February, Highlands Elementary School will be participating in our 28 Days of Kindness Challenge.

Please refer to the calendar above for daily kindness activities. Each day, students will have the opportunity to perform a kind deed. The days highlighted in pink are activities that are meant to be completed at home.

We encourage families to take some time throughout the month to talk with their students about the kind things they did during the school week. These conversations help reinforce the importance of kindness at school and at home.

Thank you for your continued support in helping us build a caring and compassionate school community.

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Thank you in advance for making your child’s conference a priority. Below is important information about signing up for the Highlands Elementary conferences 

Conference Dates: Conferences at Highlands Elementary will be taking place on February 3rd, February 5th and 11th.

1. Sign-Up Date: Registration for conferences will open on Monday, January 19th after 8am. 
2. Meet The Teacher sign up link (live on Monday, January 19th at 8am). and Meet the Teacher directions.
3. Primary Contact in Infinite Campus (IC): Highlands Elementary has chosen to use the primary contact one that families have set up in the Infinite Campus system to receive conference notifications. This is done to reduce duplicate conferences and encourage families to attend together whenever possible.
4. Priority Contact Selection: If no specific priority contact was chosen in Infinite Campus, the notification may be sent to either spouse.
5. Data Matching: Parents are required to enter information that matches what is recorded in the Infinite Campus system.
6. Student Information: Parents will also need to provide their child’s first and last name along with the student ID. The student ID can be found in the IC Parent Portal. Most students know their ID as it is commonly used as their iPad password and lunch number.

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We are excited to host another school-wide collection event to support our community by collecting a variety of brand-new, manufactured items for the Children’s Hospital in Broomfield.

The collection drive will run from January 23 through February 6, with collection boxes placed around the school for easy participation. Requested items include Hot Wheels, sketch pads, coloring books, colored pencils, crayons, markers, sticker books, playing cards, puzzles with 100 pieces or fewer, and new small stuffed animals.

Thank you for your willingness to support others—your generosity makes a meaningful difference.

HHH Student Leadership Club

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Our next Lost and Found event of the year will take place during the Winter Parent Teacher Conferences on february 3rd, February 5th and february 11th.

Additional Lost and Found pick up events will occur during the following times:

• Spring Choir Concert
• Highlands Music Fest
• Field Day
• End of the Year Picnic

After each of these events the lost and found items will be donated. Please be sure to stop by and pick up any missing items.

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Health Room Clothing Donations Needed

Our Health Room is running low on spare clothing and is looking for donations to support students throughout the school day. We are specifically in need of pants and leggings in size 8 and up.

We gladly accept gently used or new items, and donations can be dropped off at the front office. Thank you for helping us ensure our students are comfortable and ready to learn!

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Parking Reminders

We kindly remind families to please use only designated parking spaces when visiting our school.

Handicap parking spaces are reserved for individuals with a valid placard or license plate and should only be used by those who are authorized to do so.

The south parking lot is staff parking and bus pick up/drop off area.  Cars should not be using this area for drop off or pick up. Bus visibility is limited and best practice is for families to walk their students and follow the sidewalks to get on campus for safety purposes.

The east parking lot is the location of the hug and go lane, preschool entry, and special needs drop off.  Please only park in designated areas and only use the hug and go lane for a quick drop off.  The area in front of door #2 is not a hug and go lane.  Children should walk to their assigned doors after being dropped off.  In instances when students are not able to get to their assigned doors, students will  line up out front to wait until the outside supervising adult can bring them in.  Students may not enter early through door #1 due to staff not being in the rooms until after 9:05.  Any child arriving after 9:05 will need to be brought in by the adult guardian and signed in for proper attendance recording.

Following parking guidelines helps keep our school community safe, accessible, and respectful of everyone’s needs. Thank you for your cooperation and for helping make arrival and dismissal smoother for all!

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Sales are LIVE!

Get rewarded for purchasing your book early! Price is only $32.50 through January and February. Prices go up to $35.00 in March and then $38.00 until our deadline of April 20th

Buy Your Student’s Yearbook today

After April 20th, books ordered online will not ship with the group shipment to the school and will be shipped directly to family homes with extra shipping and production costs and the books are priced around $49.00 each (priced by entourage). These late ordered books do not ship until June.

Yearbook Dedication Pages

Have a Kindergartner or a 5th Grader? You can purchase a dedication (ad) for them to be printed in this year’s yearbook! To purchase an Ad, you must do this from a computer, not a phone. A design will be required to make your page prior to purchase, so leverage your creative resources! Below is the pricing per ad:Kindergarten: 1/4 page: $20 each. No other size allowed. 5th grade: 1/2 page: $40 each OR 1/4 page: $20 eachBusinesses are NOT allowed to purchase an Ad and they will not be placed in the yearbook. 

Buy a Dedication Ad Today

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Hello Families and Happy New Year!

Take some time this weekend and get you kiddo signed up for some afterschool enrichment classes. As a reminder you do NOT need to be registered for Hawks Nest to attend / participate in afterschool enrichment classes / clubs. 

Pop Fizz Bang Science

Click the class you’re interested in to find out dates, pricing, and registration link. Call or email [email protected] for any questions you might have. 

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Please click below to read the PTO newsletter:

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2026-2027 Registration Information

Visit https://www.svvsd.org/schools/enrollment/ for more details and registration information.
2026 – 2027 Preschool Registration

2026-2027 Preschool Registration

Visit svvsd.org/preschool for more details and registration information

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Fee Reminders

Material Fees

These fees directly support various student activities and resources at our school, enriching their educational experience.

In past years, these funds have contributed to our Exploratorium activities, grade-level educational magazines, science projects, and other specialized programs that benefit all students. We appreciate your support in making these valuable resources and activities possible.  Payment can be made in Infinite Campus.  Thank you to those who have already paid these fees.

iPad Insurance Fees

If you made a partial payment on your student’s iPad insurance fees, please be sure to complete your purchase. Insurance helps to offset costs associated with unintentional damage only when it is paid in full. If you would like to purchase insurance for your student’s iPad, please contact the front office.

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Every day counts when it comes to learning! Consistent attendance helps students build strong routines, stay connected with their classmates, and keep up with important lessons. Please make sure your child arrives on time each morning and stays for the full day whenever possible.

If your child will be absent, remember to call or email the attendance office at 303-702-8040 or [email protected] to let us know the reason and length of absence. Together, we can help every student succeed one day at a time!

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We have been having unseasonably warm weather but the cold is just around the corner. Please make sure your students are dressed appropriately for the sudden changes of warm to cold that happen in the fall. For those who are new, and a reminder to our community, we have included our weather policy which is in our Highlands Parent Code of Conduct.

“Recess is an integral part of the school day and all students will be expected to participate.  Students should wear clothing and shoes appropriate for outside play.  Students can be excused from recess with a doctor’s note.

Children will go outside for recess unless there is excessive precipitation, lightning or if the temperature falls below 15 degrees (temperature + wind chill)”

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As we move into the fall and winter months, we encourage all families to periodically review our inclement weather protocols and shortened day schedules on the district website .

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Student Fees & Payments

You can pay school fees through either Revtrak or Infinite Campus.

• Revtrak: For field trips, class shirts, and special classroom supplies (like music recorders).
• Infinite Campus: For materials fees, iPad insurance, and preschool tuition.

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Volunteer at the Colorado VEX V5RC Robotics State Championships

The Colorado VEX V5RC Robotics State Championships are seeking volunteers for various roles on Friday and Saturday. This event brings together top robotics teams from across the state to compete for a chance to advance to the World Championships.

To volunteer please sign up here

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In partnership with St. Vrain Valley School District (SVVSD), the Asian-Pacific Association of Longmont (A-PAL) is proud to host its annual Lunar New Year Festival on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Silver Creek High School. This free, multicultural celebration is open to the entire community of Longmont, Boulder County, and beyond. The festival promotes inclusivity and diversity by bringing people together in a fun, positive, and interactive environment for cultural learning and exchange.

This year’s event will feature a special drone show presented by the St. Vrain Innovation Center Drone Performance Team, showcasing select winning artwork from the SVVSD “Draw the Horse” contest. For additional details, please refer to the event poster.

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Take the First Step Toward College Savings with 529 Jump!

We are thrilled to share that all St. Vrain Valley students in preschool through 5th grade are eligible for a $100 scholarship through the 529 Jump program! This St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation program, in partnership with the City of Longmont, is designed to help families start saving for future college expenses through a 529 College Savings Account.

By participating in the 529 Jump program, you can take advantage of compound interest and reduce the need for costly student loans. To get started, simply open a qualified 529 account at www.collegeinvest.org, then visit www.529jump.org to request your $100 scholarship. No deposit is required!

For more information, visit www.529jump.org or contact us at [email protected].

Start saving today for a bright future!

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SNAP Benefit Update from CDE

The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) has asked us to share this information with our community: Due to the federal government shutdown, SNAP benefits for November may be delayed. School meals are still available. If you need additional food before your SNAP benefits are available, there are local resources that can help:

• Colorado 211: Call 2-1-1- or 866-760-6489 or visit www.211colorado.org
• Feeding Colorado: Visit www.feedingcolorado.org/find-food or email [email protected]
• Hunger Free Colorado Food Resource Hotline: 855-855-4626

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St. Vrain Valley Schools will host a training session for parents and families on February 4 from 4:30–6:00 p.m. at the Innovation Center. This interactive session will focus on supporting behavioral development in early childhood by exploring the root causes of behavior and practical ways to incorporate social-emotional learning (SEL) into daily routines. The session will be led by Allison Roeser, MHS, PCC, author, former educator, and leadership coach with over 20 years of experience in social-emotional learning.

Learn More

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St. Vrain Valley Schools offers flexible options that support both learning and care for children ages three to four. Our licensed early childcare programs are designed to provide a full day of care for our youngest learners who are not yet of preschool age. Full-day early childcare care offers families a safe, enriching, and developmentally supportive environment led by highly qualified and experienced staff.

Learn more about full-day childcare

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988 Colorado Mental Health Line

A new state law requires schools to share information about the 988 Colorado Mental Health Line. The service provides free, confidential support 24/7 from trained specialists through calls, texts, or live chats. Families can learn more by visiting 988Colorado.com.

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Helpful Links:

2025 – 2026 Academic Calendar

SVVSD Transportation Site

Infinite Campus

Free and Reduced Lunch/Education Benefit Form

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Quick Links

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