9/8/21

In this Issue...

A Note from the Principal
Mark Your Calendar
Health Office Update

Highlands Employment
PTO Update
September Calendar

A Note from the Principal...

It has been a great start to the school year. We continue to learn every day about how to do school during covid. Thanks for the partnership and support.

I am very excited to be presenting to you all on Townhall Tuesday this coming Tuesday, September 14th from 6-7pm. This will be a hybrid format, meaning you will be able to come in-person to the Highlands Art Room or connect virtually through google meeting. (see details below)

This is our annual State of the School Update. I will be sharing all the hard work that is happening at Highlands. Updates include: academic progress, social emotional focus areas, professional learning and development of our amazing teachers as well as exciting developments in outdoor nature-based learning and exploration and environmental learning.

Please join me! There will be a time for questions facilitated by our fabulous PTO presidents. I am looking forward to sharing Highlands with you in detail on Tuesday Night!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR...

Tommorrow!

New families are welcome to join us to meet the principal and get to know Highlands better. We will offer two times - one in person and one virtual. Please attend whichever is more convenient for you.

Thursday, Sept 9th from 9:00-10:00

Highlands Husky Woods

(outside green space in the the front of the building)

Monday, Sept 13th from 8:30-9:30

meet.google.com/pze-ebub-yvz

or dial +1 785-290-1650 PIN: 297 964 946#

Thursday, September 23rd

This year Curriculum Night will be virtual. Watch your child’s classroom video to get informed about the amazing year ahead. Then come to the Virtual Google Meet Townhall meeting at your grade level/CP family’s assigned time. Assigned Times between 4:30-6:00. You can ask questions of the teachers or just listen in. Look for more details next week.

State of the School Update

Town Hall & PTO General Meeting

Tuesday, Sept 14

6:00-7:00 pm

In person: Highlands Art Room - enter through Door 1

Virtual: meet.google.com/kzg-kzpz-aon

Or dial +1 859-740-9955 PIN: 551 925 176#

HEATH OFFICE UPDATE

COVID Questions:

If you have questions about when a student will be quarantined or what to do if someone in your household has Covid symptoms, please visit the Family Dashboard to answer all Covid questions and concerns.

International Travel Quantentine Recommendations:

Get tested with a viral test 3-5 days after travel, stay home and self-quarantine for a full 7 days after travel. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/international-travel-during-covid19.html

JOIN THE HIGHLANDS FAMILY...

Opportunities to be Part of the Highlands Team:

We have quite a few options for employment right now at Highlands. Please reach out to Shaun Pakenham if you are interested in learning more. Part-time and full time positions available.

Other District Jobs Available

As a parent of student(s) in Edina Public Schools, you may be or you know people who may be a perfect fit in a supporting role. You’re invited to consider becoming part of our team.

Early-Riser or Available After School?
Provide a safe ride to school and back home by becoming a school bus driver! We will provide paid training and support for obtaining the required driver’s license.
Starting pay ranges $18 to $19 per hour and up!
Available During the Student Day?
A special education paraprofessional (assistant) position may be for you. Under the guidance of the teacher, you would assist with student learning and growth.
Starting pay ranges $17 to $20 per hour.

To view the detailed job postings and to begin an application, please visit the Employment Page on our website at this link, and click on the job you’d like to view. Or call Human Resources Specialist, Megan Kooman at 952-848-4006 for more information.

Highlands PTO

Highlands 21-22 Yearbooks

are now for sale.

Prices go up October 9!

Highlands yearbooks are now for sale. Order now through the Jostens website for the lowest prices of the year. http://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A09895910

Yearbooks are $19 until October 8 and $24 after that. Please order soon. If you'd like a scholarship for your student's yearbook, please contact school social worker Addie Hakes.

Highlands is using a new vendor this year to align with our photo service provider and the rest of the district. With this change hard cover yearbooks are no longer an option for ordering.