High Point Elementary

Kickoff to Connection

The Washington County Public Schools Parent Resource Center is hosting its very first event—Kickoff to Connection!

* When: September 25
*Where: EO Building, Abingdon
*Time: 4:00–6:00 p.m.

This resource fair is designed to support and empower families of students with disabilities. You’ll have the chance to meet community partners, each hosting a table with valuable information, resources, and support for your family.

It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with local organizations offering a wide range of services—come join us and start building your network!

Be sure to give the Parent Resource Center Facebook page a follow: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577049952532

Our School-Based Health Clinics are open for business at High Point Elementary School and John S. Battle High School!

Open during school hours, these clinics are here to help keep our students and staff healthy!

Be on look out for the HP first Tuesday Folder. The link below will let you know some items to review. Thanks for a GREAT start HP families.

https://5il.co/3nq0b

Please see the link below for AM/ PM procedures at HPES. We look forward to seeing you!
https://5il.co/3nc8a

Please see the opportunity for 3 year old Preschool Program in Abingdon.

Support High Point Elementary with the Books-A-Million Summer Book Drive!

Now through Sunday, August 17, you can help put more books into the hands of our students by making a donation at checkout during your visit at Books-A-Million!

All donations will go directly to High Point Elementary to help grow the library and encourage a love of reading.

Teachers -- Don't forget to use your education discount on books and other eligible items while you're there!

Hey WCPS Teachers, it's time to #SharpenTheAx with some Summer Learning Opportunities! Looking forward to seeing everyone the next two days at the SW Center!

Hey WCPS Teachers, it's time to #SharpenTheAx with some Summer Learning Opportunities! Looking forward to seeing everyone the next two days at the SW Center!

25-26 HPES School Supplies

☀️📚 That’s a wrap, High Point! Another great year is in the books at High Point Elementary School, and our staff sent students off in style! They lined up to wave goodbye, share hugs and high fives, and wish everyone the best summer ever! We're so proud of all our students and so thankful for the amazing teachers and staff who made this year unforgettable. Have a safe, fun-filled summer!

🎓✨ John S. Battle High School seniors recently took a special walk down memory lane. Dressed in their caps and gowns, these soon-to-be graduates returned to High Point Elementary, proudly parading through the halls where their educational journey first began.

Happy School Lunch Hero Day from High Point Elementary! Today, we're celebrating the amazing school nutrition crew who keep our students fueled, smiling, and ready to learn! From mornings to lunchtime, our High Point School Lunch Heroes serve up not just delicious meals, but kindness, care, and a whole lot of heart. You make a BIG difference in every student's day, and we are so grateful for you! Drop a thank you in the comments to show these everyday heroes just how much we appreciate them!

Get ready to buzz into kindergarten! Join us for our Kickoff to Kindergarten event for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year! *Thursday, May 15 *5:30–6:30 p.m. *High Point Elementary School Come meet our awesome kindergarten teachers, tour the classroom, and get a sneak peek of all the fun ahead! *Refreshments & snacks *A special goodie bag for each child *A chance to win a $10 gift card for school supplies!

So excited to see and hear our 4th and 5th grade chorus singing tonight at HPES. Big thank you to Mrs. Lester for providing this great opportunity for our students!

Technology in Action at High Point Elementary School Staff at High Point Elementary School are using AI-powered glasses to help break down language barriers and build stronger connections with families! Check out this awesome feature from WCYB on how the glasses are being utilized: https://wcyb.com/news/local/high-point-staff-use-ai-glasses-to-bridge-language-gap-with-hispanic-families

Bus 29 has stopped in Lowery Hills. All students are safe and a spare bus is on the way. Bus 94 will be picking up the rest of route. Please note there may be delays for this route this AM.

🎉 Big News from High Point Elementary School Mrs. Caitlyn Lester, our amazing music teacher at High Point Elementary, is now in the quarterfinals of a national competition to be named the Top Teacher in America -- and she needs our help moving forward! If she makes it to the top spot in the next few days, she'll move on to the semifinals -- and she's so close! If she wins it all, she'll receive $25,000 for her family and classroom -- but that's not all! It would also bring Bill Nye the Science Guy to High Point for an unforgettable day of learning with HPES students and staff. You can vote once a day, so let's rally around Mrs. Lester and make this happen -- every vote counts! Click here to vote: https://americasfavteacher.org/2025/caitlyn-lester

Congratulations Mrs. Jackson!

Summer Enrichment Experience at Virginia Tech The deadline to apply for SEE VT has been extended to April 15, and all fees have been waived, meaning this incredible opportunity is now free for all campers! SEE VT is a residential camp for rising 6th and 7th grade gifted students from rural communities. At SEE VT, rural middle school students will have access to place-based and rural-focused academic enrichment to include STEM and humanities courses, social activities, exploration of campus life, field trips, and more! Camp will be held on Virginia Tech's Blacksburg campus June 15-20, 2025. Applications are due by April 15. Please see the below flyer for more information.

🎨🎶 Showcasing Art and Music High Point Elementary School students and families spent Thursday evening celebrating youth art and music at EO in Abingdon! The talented HPES Choir filled the room with songs of peace and unity, plus a special springtime surprise song that had everyone smiling! Families also explored a beautiful student art show, showcasing the creativity of our young artists. And because keeping our students safe is always a top priority, the Virginia State Police were on hand to share important cybersecurity tips. A huge thank you to everyone who made this night so special!