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UP Elementary Librarian Receives Award for Outstanding Communication
University Park Elementary School Librarian Mary Valuck was recognized recently as the sole recipient of the F.L. Elder Award from the Texas Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD).
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HPISD Celebrates District Police Department’s First Promotion
Highland Park ISD celebrated the first promotion within its police department since the department’s founding in 2015 during a recent Board of Trustees meeting.
Every Child Is an All-Star on Team Hyer
Every Husky belongs on team Hyer this year, and PTA president Ann Higginbottom wants to ensure they feel known, seen, and appreciated.
Save the Date for HPHS SciTech Fest on Nov. 18
Highland Park High School Science & Technology Festival volunteers are cooking up excitement for a day of learning and career exploration on Nov. 18.
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F1 Team Puts MAPS Students in the Cockpit
This weekend, the MoneyGram Haas F1 Team will take on the competition at the U.S. Grand Prix. But the team put students in the cockpit on Oct. 16 during the “Race to Innovation” event at Highland Park High School.
University Park Panthers Reach for the Stars
University Park Elementary’s theme this year is “UP, UP & AWAY,” and the PTA hopes that its panthers will soar to new heights.
Compass School Introduces Inaugural Advisory Council
The Compass School of Texas has formed its inaugural Advisory Council.
Athletes Reach New Heights at HP Alum’s Mustang Cheer
Students in class of ’99 HP grad Abby Ruth’s championship-winning cheerleading gym build skills and character.
Bradfield Welcomes Newcomers, Celebrates Traditions
Bradfield hopes to make all broncos feel welcome, included, and excited to be part of the school community this year.
Not Your Little Sister’s Lemonade Stand
Students in Highland Park High School’s Moody Advanced Professional Studies (MAPS) program squeezed much more than a sweet drink out of their lemonade stand project.
Events
HPHS Theater Students Present ‘Anastasia: The Musical’
The high school production will take audiences on an adventure as they follow a young woman's struggle to unravel the mystery of her identity.
HP Bass Team Takes Home a Win at Lake Texoma
The Highland Park Bass Team captured its second school title of the season on Oct. 5 at Lake Texoma.
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Wesley Prep Mornings Jumpstart With Joy
Bruce Hearn, aka Mr. Bruce, brings his unique message to morning chapel for 26 years
Olympic Swimming Medalist Serves Up Chicken
Olympic medalist in swimming greeted fans, including ESD's 12-year-old Valentina Calderon, from behind the counter at Raising Cane's.
Boone Bulldogs Show Their HPISD Spirit
Students at the district’s newest school will celebrate their HPISD heritage this year with the theme “Proud to be Plaid.”
HP Band, Drumline Bring Home Top Awards
The Highlander Band and Highland Park Drumline have kicked off their seasons with wins at recent competitions.
SMU Welcomes Students, Tracks Dinosaurs, Acquires Art
SMU welcomed nearly 2,000 new students, the university's scholars tracked dinosaur footprints, and the Meadows Museum acquired contemporary Spanish artwork.
HP Bass Team Reels in a Win at Season Opener
The HP Bass Team took a bite out of the competition at its first event of the season on Sept. 14 at Lake Ray Roberts, finishing in the top spot out of 28 schools to capture the school title.
Jesuit Slides Past HP in Hockey Opener
Wade Bryan had a goal and three assists as Jesuit rolled past Highland Park 8-1 in the season opener of the AT&T Metroplex High School Hockey League.
Armstrong Makes Waves This School Year
HPISD’s first and oldest school is calling for “all hands on deck” this year as it celebrates its 110th anniversary and sets sail for new journeys with the theme “Ahoy! Armstrong.”