Originally delivered on 10/3/2023 10:01 am

SUBJECT: News from Heights HS PTO for 10/03/2023

Upcoming Events
Thursday, October 5
HHS Hispanic Heritage Event - Oct 5th 6-8P
Friday, October 6
Waiver Day - Oct. 6th @ Lunch Hour
Wednesday, October 11
October 11th In-school SAT/PSAT/NMSQT
Friday, October 13
Staff Professional Development (No Classes)
Monday, October 16
HHS Picture Day for Grades 9th to 11th Only -- Oct 16th & 17th
Tuesday, October 17
HHS Picture Day for Grades 9th to 11th Only -- Oct 16th & 17th
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Volunteers Needed for the College Fair! Junior and Senior Parents
Volunteers Needed for the College Fair! Junior and Senior Parents

@Heights2college is looking for parent volunteers Oct 5 as they host 65-75 visitors on campus. If you can help sign up:

https://www.signupgenius.com/.../10C0849A4AB2CA0F9C25..

HHS TACRAO College Fair on Oct 5th 11AM-3:30PM. “Texas Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (TACRAO) is the nonprofit, voluntary and professional association for registrars and admission staff from regionally accredited universities and community colleges in the great state of Texas. This fall, Texas high schools and colleges will host more than 375 college fairs in a variety of formats for the 2023-2024 TACRAO College Fair Season. ."

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Hispanic Heritage
Hispanic Heritage

Help us celebrate Hispanic Heritage month at Heights High School on Thursday Oct. 5th at 6-8PM

 

One highlight of the event will be our IB DP students showcasing their projects involving various recipes from Spanish speaking countries. The school is asking our parents for donations to help out.  As always, the school thanks you for your support!

 

Drop off items in the Main Office any time before the event.
Our Mariachi De los Altos will also be performing and hosting a fundraiser.

Please feel free to contact Ms. Tonche or Ms. Aguirre with any questions.

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Waiver Day! Friday, Oct. 6th
Waiver Day! Friday, Oct. 6th

These are usually 6 days during the school year where all the clubs and organizations are allowed to fundraise by selling food & drinks during the Bulldog Hour Lunch.  Think of a mini-carnival atmosphere!  You can support the clubs and organizations by helping/donating to your student’s club or by sending your student with cash to purchase items.

Check out some of the sales flyers from our various clubs.

Want to donate to your class? you can do it here!

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Students Set Up Hero Account
Students Set Up Hero Account

Students should check their emails for instructions to set up their HERO account.  This is how they can check the number of tardies they have and dress code and ID violations.  Parent login information will be available soon.

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The School Store Needs You!
The School Store Needs You!

We are in need of volunteers for our School Store. Pro tip - this is a great way to see your kids during the school day.  The energy is electric and you will have lots of fun while volunteering.  Reminder to get VIPS certified!  Sign up here:

PTO store: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0C44AEA923A20-ptostore

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Teacher supply reimbursement extended to this Friday, Oct 6
Teacher supply reimbursement extended to this Friday, Oct 6

Teachers! We have extended the deadline for the $100 supply reimbursement to this Friday, October 6. This is the last chance to request reimbursement, so make sure and send in your form by Friday.

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Teacher Grant Requests Form is Open!
Teacher Grant Requests Form is Open!

Teachers/Staff….this is for you!  The PTO will pay up to $1000 for a teacher grant to support you and your class needs.  The online teacher grant request form is open! Funds are limited so try to get your requests in early.  Please email Aimee Flood at grants@heightspto.org with any questions you may have. 

Click here for more details and form: https://www.heightspto.org/grants

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New Dates for Homecoming
New Dates for Homecoming

After review and discussion, the school has made a decision to move the Homecoming football game to November 3.  The dance will be November 4.

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Picture Day for 9th, 10th, and 11th Graders!
Picture Day for 9th, 10th, and 11th Graders!

Pictures Days will be October 16 &17!

Simply click the link below or visit shop.legacystudios.com & enter your School Code to access our Pre-Order Website.

11086F24

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Become a HHS PTO Member
Become a HHS PTO Member

Welcome to the 2023-2024 academic year! We are excited to serve our community this year and to continue making Heights HS an amazing place for our students to learn and grow. We remain committed to supporting students, parents, administrators, teachers and staff by building community, staying connected, and raising funds to support programming at our school. Take a look at our flyer for more details. We invite you to log in to your account and become a PTO member

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Register for Membership Toolkit!
Register for Membership Toolkit!

To ensure you continue to receive our weekly newsletter please create a free account as indicated below.  Don't forget to download the app on your phone.

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Class of 2024
HHS College Center Help
HHS College Center Help

Senior parents

You might already be aware of how our college-bound students here at Heights keep our college center busy all year long. We believe that our parents would be the ideal volunteers to lend a hand with the various events and projects we have in the pipeline.

Here is the Sign up Genius link for parents interested in assisting us in the college center- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0849A4AB2CA0F9C25-college......

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Senior Links
Senior Links

Check the HHS College Center site often!  Updates include scholarships, college fly-in programs, university virtual information, applications steps, and more!

Check out the Scholarship Opportunities 23-24
Follow the HHS College Center site for Class of 2024

Follow the HHS College Center Instagram

**HOMECOMING: Sign up to help with HoCo 2023 here**

Waiver Day 10.06.23
Dulces Enchilados $5
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Class of 2025

Class of 2025
Remind code: @78cfcg3
Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/heights2025/
Instagram: @heightsco2025

1th GRADERS!! On October 11, you will be taking the digital PSAT exam at school. Start preparing. Khan Academy is now offering a free digital practice. You need to start prepping NOW! https://www.khanacademy.org/test-prep/digital-sat

Waiver Day 10.06.23
Among others items the class will be selling $2 Jibbitz/Croc Charms starting on Waiver Day this coming Friday. If you purchase the Bulldog our class will donate 25¢ of the sale to Houston SPCA. We appreciate your support!
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Class of 2026

Class of 2026
Remind code: @79b4ah
Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/heights2026/
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nstagram: @hhs.co2026

Waiver Day 10.06.23
Cafe con Concha $5
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Class of 2027

Class of 2027
Remind code: @hhs-27
Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/heights2027/

Waiver Day 10.06.23
Bake Sale $2
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