Originally delivered on 11/12/2024 10:01 am

SUBJECT: News from Heights HS PTO for 11/12/24

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Upcoming Events
Tuesday, November 12
HHS Picture RETAKE Day for Grades 9th to 11th Only -- Nov. 12th
Thursday, November 14
Waiver Day! During Lunch
Saturday, November 16
Football Playoffs: Heights vs Memorial 11.16 @ Delmar 12 PM
News
Give Thanks for our HEIGHTS STAFF!
Give Thanks for our HEIGHTS STAFF!

In a season full of asks, the Heights HS PTO is asking for a small contribution that can have a collective big impact if every family donates. Please donate $5 to our "Give Thanks" campaign during the month of November. 100% of the funds will go to thank all the staff members who make a difference every day for our students.

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En esta temporada llena de peticiones, el PTO de la Preparatoria Heights está pidiendo una pequeña donación que puede tener un gran impacto si cada familia dona. Le invitamos a hacer una donación de $5 a nuestra campaña "Acción de Gracias" durante el mes de noviembre. El 100% de los fondos recaudados serán para agradecer a todo el personal que hace cada día mejor para todos nuestros estudiantes.Click here to give to our annual Give Thanks campaign!

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This Thursday Nov. 14th Is Waiver Day!
This Thursday Nov. 14th Is Waiver Day!
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Advocacy Update
Advocacy Update

HISD voters rejected the $4.4 billion HISD bond proposal on Election Day.  For reactions from both voters and the district, see recent articles in the Houston Chronicle and the Houston Landing.

Looking towards the future, there is an upcoming legislative session in Texas.  Stay tuned here for more information on how you can advocate for public education at the state level.  

Locally, the HISD Board of Managers meeting is Thursday, November 14 at 5pm.  Information on how to sign up to speak is available here (the signup deadline is noon the day before the meeting).  Meetings are open to the public and also live-streamed in several places, including HISD’s YouTube channel.  

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The Great HHS Clean Up! This Saturday!
The Great HHS Clean Up! This Saturday!
The small but mighty Beautification Crew has been hard at work. We picked up litter, super volunteer Alex Valdez trimmed trees along the walkways on campus, and we cleaned up debris under the field bleachers. We are currently working to repair damaged bleachers and fix a leaking sprinkler under the bulldog. 
 
Would you like to volunteer at your own time on the weekends? just an hour of work makes a huge difference. Join our crew! Email beautification@heightspto.org.
 
Join us for a day of service on 16 November, 9:00 - 11:30. Don't forget your water bottles and garden gloves!

This is an easy way to earn service hours, get some time in the sunshine, and help your school. 
 
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Sip and Shop at June & Co.
Sip and Shop at June & Co.

Join us at June & Co on November 19th, 4-7 p.m. for a night of shopping fun.  15% of sales will go back to 2025, but all are welcome. Get a headstart on your holiday shopping!  June & Co is located at 1229 Heights Blvd.

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Raise Money When You Purchase from Minted
Raise Money When You Purchase from Minted

It’s that time of year! Purchase your holiday cards through Minted with the code FUNDRAISEHEIGHTSPTO and you’ll save 20% and 15% comes back to the PTO. It’s a win/win!

 

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Yearbook Sales are Now Live for 9-11th
Yearbook Sales are Now Live for 9-11th

Order Now!  for 9-11th grade. Here is the flyer!

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PTO Store Volunteers Needed in November & December
PTO Store Volunteers Needed in November & December

As the holidays approach, the PTO Store has lots of open slots to fill! Join us for a shift or two. If it’s your first time volunteering, there are plenty of seasoned volunteers to show you the ropes. Please complete your VIPS registration and sign-up for volunteer shifts.

Questions? Please email Nicole Weaver.

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The Bulldog Library Team Needs Your Help!
The Bulldog Library Team Needs Your Help!

HHS Library is in need of volunteers in the morning through the months of November and Devember. The shift is from 7:45-10:30.
Please make sure you are a VIPS approved volunteer and sign up here.
Be sure to sign in at the Main Office before heading to the library. If you have any questions, please email Dawn Cole.

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Teacher Supply Reimbursement
Teacher Supply Reimbursement

Teachers! IT’S BACK!! We have reopened the $100 supply reimbursement form!! It will remain open until funds run out!  Don’t delay… send in your form today!

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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 Angela Alvarado with any questions you may have. 

Click here for more details and the form.

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Class of 2025
Upcoming Events for Class of 2025
Thursday, November 14
Houston Community College 9:00am-12:00pm (College Center)
Thursday, November 21
No Pie 'til you Apply - Application Workshop (lunch)
Friday, November 22
Senior Dues 1st Payment Due
Monday, December 2
FAFSA Workshop (lunch)

Class of 2025

HHS Remind code: @78cfcg3
PTO Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/heights2025/
Students Instagram: @heightsco2025
PTO Class page: https://www.heightspto.org/2025
Heights College Center & Newsletter: @heights2college & https://www.smore.com/sq6d9
HHS Graduation Ceremony CO'25 @ NRG June 8th 3PM
Email Class Rep: 2025@HeightsPTO.org
PTO Senior Newsletters:
Senior Parent News 07.10.24
Senior Parent News 10.09.24

DONATIONS: If you would like to make a donation you can do so online, or if you would like to support in other ways, please send email to 2025@HeightsPTO.org.
VOLUNTEERS: Please take a moment to re-sign up for the activities you’d like to volunteer for. Thank you for your patience and help with this!  https://forms.gle/yjVL2M8HMfo4agkS9
YEARBOOK PHOTOS: Make your appointment today. Here is the flyer(Dec 5th is now open)
YEARBOOK ADS: Check out the flyer! purchase before Feb. 2, 2025

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Heights vs Westside: Senior Night
Heights vs Westside: Senior Night

Thank you to all the coaches, teachers, parents and organization leaders for making Senior Night a big success. Our Class of 2025 Seniors shined.  Check out pictures from the pre-game recognition plus pictures from our Heights 51-0 victory over Westside.  Come out to support Heights at the playoff game on Sat. Nov. 16th 12 PM at Delmar.

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2025 Senior Dues
2025 Senior Dues

Two options this year for senior dues. There are no a la carte options.  You can log into your School pay account or click on the package: 

Maroon Package - $175
Platinum Package - $275

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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
PTO Class page: https://www.heightspto.org/2026

We still need parent volunteers for Waiver Day on November 14 - THIS THURSDAY! We need a few more volunteers to help with set up, selling, and clean up (from 11 am - 1:15 pm). Can't volunteer on November 14 and want to help your student's class? Please contribute funds so we can purchase coffee and conchas! Haven't donated yet? Please consider donating this time so the frequent donators have a break! Donations can be sent to Sasha, our Parent Class Rep at @Alexandra-Vaikhman (last four digits are 0909). Thank you!!!  

 

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Class of 2027
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Class of 2028
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HHS COMMUNITY NEWS
Pre-order your Tostadas from Heights Baseball Waiver Day!
Pre-order your Tostadas from Heights Baseball Waiver Day!

Support Heights Baseball Booster club at Waiver Day!
Pre-order your Tostadas plate today! 
https://forms.gle/rVW5XF1mpXwZ92br6

 

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HHS Band @ UIL Area Competition
HHS Band @ UIL Area Competition
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Support the Band's Fundraiser! NEW TIME
Support the Band's Fundraiser! NEW TIME

Support our fabulous HHS Band by attending the Loteria Fundraiser! NEW TIME

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Girls Soccer Tryouts
Girls Soccer Tryouts

Info about soccer tryouts: https://www.instagram.com/p/DBcP0c0uTR5/

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