Highlands Elementary School

🐊 Meet Florida's most famous resident and watch as the American Alligator is brought into the room! The knowledgeable and entertaining Gator Wranglers from Gatorland will share stories of close encounters with some of the world's most feared predators. Then get ready for your own up-close encounter with an American alligator!

Because it’s officially DAY ONE of Summer Bridge at The Ranch!🤠

Join us tomorrow for Literacy Night at Abracadabra Ice Cream Factory!

We're bringing together families, literacy, and fun for an exciting evening designed to encourage a love of reading while creating lasting memories.

Date: June 2, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Abracadabra Ice Cream Factory
520 N. Main Street
Kissimmee, FL 34744

Plus, don't miss a special appearance by Swish, the Osceola Magic mascot!

Whether you're a parent, caregiver, student, or community supporter, we invite you to come out and celebrate literacy with us. See you tomorrow!

Congratulations Kindergarten!! We are proud of you!

We wish you a great summer and we look forward to welcoming you back in August, refreshed and prepared for the upcoming year.

There will be no school on Monday in observance of Memorial Day.

This week we celebrated all of our Cowboys who leveled up on their assessments with our Party on the Patio! Their hard work on their academics is paying off. Great job Cowboys!

Even with testing, our Cowboys are still learning!🔬🔎
Last week, our 3rd grade students participated in a hands-on “Ice Cream in a Bag” science investigation exploring how matter can be measured, compared, and described. Students observed the transformation of a liquid mixture into a solid while measuring and comparing temperatures of materials like ice, salt, and the mixture (SC.3.P.8.1). They also examined how ingredient amounts relate to mass and volume (SC.3.P.8.2). Using their senses and scientific tools, students compared properties such as texture, temperature, and hardness, noting changes from liquid to solid (SC.3.P.8.3). They recorded their observations through drawings and written explanations, strengthening skills in prediction, observation, and real-world application.

Right at School is hosting a fun Kona Ice Party at Highlands Elementary on May 14 from 4:00–5:30 PM, where families can enjoy a FREE Kona Ice treat while learning more about Right At School exciting summer programs!

Our very own Ms. Holoubek was featured in the May-June Newsletter for New Teachers at Osceola County School District! She has demonstrated that even when challenges arouse, she was able to overcome those by building relationships with her students and pushing them to do their best. Congratulations to Ms. Holoubek for being recognized!🤠