HLELA Spring Newsletter!!

HLELA April Newsletter

First Graders Coding in STEM

Ms. Wightman's STEM group of first graders exploring and having fun with Ozobots for coding.

First Grade STEM and Coding

"A" School Rating!

We are proud to announce that we have received an "A" grade as part of the Florida School Recognition Program. The program provides public recognition to schools that have sustained high student performance or schools that demonstrate substantial improvement in student performance. 

Suggested School Supply Lists

Kindergarten

First Grade

Second Grade

Third Grade

Fourth Grade

Fifth Grade

Updating Contact Information

Please be sure to update your contact information throughout the school year as needed. The school district will make contact in regard to severe weather, emergency situations, etc.

 Updating Contact Information

At the school level, Highland Lakes will need current information to contact you in regard to your child's wellbeing, important school information, and upcoming events. If you change information, please be sure to contact the school as well to update our records.

Need to Reset Your Parent Focus Password?

If you are unable to change your password online or you do not know your username or password, we prefer for you to visit your child's school to have your identity confirmed and password changed. Please bring your identification with you to the school. If you are unable to visit the school, you can call the school's administration, and they will utilize a screening protocol. You can send a copy (scanned or picture) of your indentification card with your request to the administration of your child's school.

Clever at Home

Video tutorials for accessing Clever at home.

Clever at Home

Family e-Learning Support

Do you have questions about technology issues and the programs used by students?  We have the support you need!

e-Learning Coaching and Support

e-Learning Espanol

Clever at Home

PreK 3 Year Old and VPK Registration for 2022-2023 

Application period is January 18 through January 31. Families can apply online at: reservation.pcsb.org

PreK and VPK Information

Ready! Set! Kindergarten!

If you have a child starting in Kindergarten for the 2022-23 school year, please view the information regarding kindergarten registration: 

Ready! Set! Kindergarten!

Contact our Data Management Tech, Suzy Jones, if you have any registration questions.  Suzy Jones

PTA Membership 

It's not too late to join our PTA, and help support Highland Lakes Elementary.

Sign-up:   PTA Membership

Parent Course in Canvas

Become familiar with Canvas.....a Learning Management System to have digital learning tools for students all in one place!

Canvas Course for Parents

Microsoft at Home

Pinellas County School families may download Microsoft at home:

Microsoft at Home

Annual School Financial Report

The 2020 - 2021 annual financial report, for all schools, has been made available for families.

Annual School Financial Report

ESE: Exceptional Student Education

Help for families of students with disabilities. The PEPP, Parents Empowering Parents Program, has provided information that will help and support families in navigating options for their child. 

PEPP

Bus Bulletin Notification

On occasion, a school bus may be delayed. You can sign up for this free notification service to receive information regarding a delay or schedule change. 

BUS BULLETIN

PCS Family Engagement App

Helping parents stay connected with information on your child's grades, attendance, district news, etc.

PCS Family Engagement App

Parent-Student Handbook

Please read through our parent-student handbook for important dates and information.

Parent-Student Handbook

Biking or Walking to School

When you are thinking of biking or walking to school, or even just around your neighborhood, remember to follow safety rules; most importantly bike or walk with a friend or family member.  Here are some more safety rules when riding your bike:  Bike Safety