🎓✨ 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!
Choir warming up for great night celebrating art and music in Washington County. Event 5-7 at EO building. (Old Kmart building).
See you soon!
Washington Way Award Nominations:
Nominate a special support staff person for the Spring #WashingtonWayAward! Do you know someone whose work and commitment makes WCPS a better place to be?
#WashingtonWayAward Categories:
*Above and Beyond Custodian Award ~ Vote for a custodian that makes a difference!
*Silver Spoon Award ~ Vote for the best food service worker out there!
*Helping Hand Award ~ Vote for a nurse or an aide that has helped you!
*Master Technician Award ~ Vote for the one who has helped you fix things!
*Wheels on the Bus Award ~ Vote for the driver or mechanic who helps get you home!
*Customer Service Award ~ Vote for the person who is always there to help!
Scan the QR Code by Friday, April 18 to nominate a support staff person. To learn more about the #WashingtonWayAwards, watch this video: https://youtu.be/IM7Y0BdMbF4
✨Our WCPS Central Services team has been working hard to support our schools!
Whether they’re keeping the car rider line moving, serving up assists in the cafeteria, or making sure our schools shine, they’re always in the game and ready to help!
Their dedication and teamwork make every day a slam dunk. Thank you for showing what Full Court Support is all about!
A big thanks to Chick - fil- a at Exit 7 for bringing cheer and fun to HPES bus and car rider line this morning! We appreciate the partnership!
🌟 Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration: It's time to get ready for Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration at Washington County Public Schools -- Mark your calendars for March 27, 2025!
*Children who will be 5 years of age by September 30th are eligible for kindergarten enrollment.
*Children who will be 4 years of age by September 30th are eligible to register for Pre-K.
*Children who will be 3 years of age by September 30th are eligible to register at Meadowview, Rhea Valley, and the Child Development Hub -- located at 300 Towne Center Dr., Abingdon, VA.
Families should contact the school in the zone in which they reside for more information -- Abingdon Elementary, Greendale Elementary, High Point Elementary, Meadowview Elementary, Rhea Valley Elementary, Valley Institute Elementary, and Watauga Elementary. A Head Start representative will be available at each school during registration.
Documentation Needed for Screening/Registration:
*Pre-K: Proof of Income and Proof of Address
*Kindergarten: Birth Certificate, Immunization Record, Evidence of Physical Exam, Proof of Address
Spring into Creativity!
Save the date and join us for a Youth Art and Music Celebration at the new EO Building in Abingdon on Thursday, March 27 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
*Art Show featuring amazing student creations
*Performance by the HPES Choir
*Cybersecurity Tips
This fun event is open to everyone, so bring your family for an evening of creativity, music, and learning!
Day 4 of National School Breakfast Week -- Time to CLUE IN to a tasty start!
Today's breakfast? A delicious Cinnamon Toast Muffin! The secret? Nothing goes better with breakfast than orange juice, milk, and a muffin!
A big thanks to our School Nutrition Department for keeping breakfast tasty and fun -- and for helping our students fuel up with whole grain goodness!
Spring Picture Day Schedule Change
High Point Elementary School Spring Picture Day has been moved from tomorrow, March 5, to March 26.
Make sure to mark your calendars and get ready for some picture-perfect smiles!
Blending Up Fun: Day 2 of National School Breakfast Week!
This morning, our students had a chance to CLUE IN to a delicious breakfast twist -- freshly blended smoothies! A tasty and nutritious way to fuel up for a day of learning and fun!
Thank you to our awesome School Nutrition Department for making sure our students start their day on a "smooth" path to success.
Keep your breakfast sleuthing skills sharp -- we've got more tasty surprises coming your way as we celebrate the power of breakfast all week long for National School Breakfast Week!
Approved 2025-2026 School Calendar: This calendar was approved on 2/18/2025, by the School Board based on recommendations from the Calendar Committee and additional feedback from Dr. Perrigan.
*Please Note: Inclement weather annually causes the last day of school to be rescheduled later than it appears on the calendar. It is recommended you delay making plans for the start of vacations until after June 5.
A special thanks to the Calendar Committee for their work putting this calendar together.
To view the calendar on the WCPS website, click here: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3765/WCPS/5334217/2025-2026_School_Calendar_REVISED_2.26.25.pdf
