Important Upcoming Dates

• March 5th – Late Start, school begins at 11:30 (Pre-k normal schedule)
• March 10th – PTO meeting @ 7:00 pm Highlands Library
• March 17th – 21st
• March 25th – Class pictures
• April 4th – Talent Show 6:30 @ Erie High School
• April 8th – 18th – CMAS testing for 3rd, 4th & 5th graders

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Dear Parents/Guardians,

We hope this finds you well. As we approach the Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) state testing period for grades three through five, we want to share some important information to help ensure a smooth testing experience for all students.

Testing Window: April 8 – April 18

To provide the best testing environment for your child, we kindly ask that you make every effort to schedule any appointments outside of this testing window. Students tend to perform better when they test with their peers in a familiar setting, minimizing the need for makeup testing. Attendance and punctuality during these days are crucial to supporting your child’s success.

Please ensure that your child gets plenty of rest, eats a healthy breakfast, and arrives on time each day. Your support in creating a positive testing experience is greatly appreciated.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us 303-702-8040

Thank you for your cooperation and partnership in your child’s education!

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Health Information:

CLICK HERE FOR THE FORM AND FURTHER DETAILS

Salud Family Health will be available for dental screenings/evaluations on March 24th for PK-5th at Highlands Elementary during the school day.  This is a free service and every child can receive dental services regardless of dental insurance status.  Please see the attached permission form for more information.  All permission slips MUST be returned by March 14th.  Contact our health clerk Christina Haid, if you have any questions. [email protected] 

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Drop off and Parking Safety

Safety is our top priority when students are entering and exiting our school. With this in mind we would like to remind all of our families about parking, drop off and pick up procedures at Highlands Elementary.

South Parking Lot 

This is a staff parking and bus pick up/drop off area only.  Cars should not be using this area for drop off or pick up. Families should walk students using the sidewalks as bus viability is limited. 

East Parking Lot 

This is the location of the hug and go lane, preschool entry and special needs drop off.  Children should walk to their assigned doors after being dropped off.  Any child arriving after 9:05 will need to be brought in by the adult guardian and signed in for proper attendance recording.

West area playground/field 

Adult supervision begins at 8:50. Students are not to play on the equipment (even with parent supervision) before school begins. 

To start the day, students should line up at the following doors.  Supervision begins at 8:50

Our campus supervisor will be walking around the building around 9:06 to gather any late arrivals into the building.

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The students of Erie High School’s Student Government have joined together to host a Wish Week to raise money for Make-A-Wish^® Colorado and help create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.  We would like to invite you to join us and help grant wishes for kids like Edwin and his wish to go to Walt Disney World. 

These wishes are unique, powerful and life-changing. Wishes have proven physical and emotional benefits that can give children with critical illnesses a higher chance of survival. When a wish is granted, a child replaces fear with confidence, sadness with joy, and anxiety with hope. A wish transforms the lives of children, their families, volunteers, supporters, medical professionals, and entire communities. 

Help us to transform the lives of these deserving kids. There are lots of ways your school community can get involved! Our Wish Week will be held February 24-28th, 2025,  and we invite you to participate in our events throughout the week. Below  is a list of Wish Week events, including restaurant nights.  Please share this information with your school community and encourage them to support the week by eating at the various restaurants!

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Erie High School is thrilled to host the Colorado VEX V5RC Robotics State Championships on March 14-15, and we need your help! This is a fantastic opportunity to support our students and the future of STEM.

We’re looking for volunteers to assist with various roles, including judging (training provided), field setup, registration, pit support, and more. Volunteers will receive complimentary meals and an event t-shirt.

If you’re interested in volunteering, please sign up at:

• Judging: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E044AA8AA2FABFB6-54888406-colorado
• Event Support: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E044AA8AA2FABFB6-52566832-colorado

Please indicate your preferred role(s) and availability in the above forms (Friday, Saturday, or both). No prior robotics experience is necessary.  We are so grateful for the outstanding support of the Erie community!

Sincerely,

Josh Griffin

Principal, Erie High School

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