Highland Arts is a K-6 school that is dedicated to and passionate about arts integrated curriculum.
Our K-6 program will connect arts integration experiences into our general education. Whenever possible our general education program will be planned to include different ways to increase our students' knowledge by using arts integrated content. Our arts integration benefits all students by:
*increasing mastery and proficiency at each of the readiness areas
*bridging our curricular offerings by i
03/13/2026
Do you have or know a family with an incoming kindergarten? Join us for our Kindergarten Signing Day! This event is for all incoming kindergartners and their parents/guardians. Come learn more about Highland Arts, meet our staff, meet future classmates, enjoy a treat, and take a picture at our photo op for a memorable keepsake to mark the start of your child’s educational journey!
Thursday, April 16th 5:30-6:30pm @ Highland Arts Elementary
03/13/2026
A portion of our 6th grade orchestra students played at the Board Meeting this evening! Way to represent our school Hurricanes!
03/04/2026
Our 6th grade band and orchestra students participated in the ABODA Music Festival at Yavapii College. We are so proud of their performance! A big thank you goes out to Mr. Rose, Mrs. Grandil, Mrs. Farnsworth, Ms. Massey, Ms. Olson, and our chaperones for making this possible!
02/07/2026
We had a blast at the Spring Carnival! Thank you to everyone who joined us!
01/25/2026
Highland Arts is in the house!
01/24/2026
Join us tonight, January 24th, from 6-8pm at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix to celebrate National School Choice Week! You will be able to enjoy free admission to the museum, refreshments, a photobooth, face painting, giveaways and prizes, balloon art, a balloon drop, DJ, student performances, participation in the NSCW flashmob dance and more!
12/03/2025
Dear Parents,
We are excited to announce that our Running Club is starting soon! This club is open to students in grades 2 through 6, and we would love for your child to join us!
Details:
When: Thursdays, 7:15–7:55 AM
Start Date: January 15, 2026
End Date: March 26, 2026
Who: Students in grades 2–6
Capacity: Limited to 40 students—first come, first served, so act quickly!
This year, we are thrilled to announce a special opportunity: instead of hosting the RUN3rd Alliance 5K in 2025, we will be participating in the Mountaineer 5K on Saturday, March 28th. Thanks to a generous sponsorship from RUN3rd Alliance, all participating students will be registered for the 5K and receive a special event shirt!
Important Details:
Students must commit to attending all practices.
Forms to participate must be completed and returned by Monday, December 15, 2025.
Parent volunteers are essential! Please indicate on the form if you’re able to assist during practices.
We can’t wait to see our students grow in confidence and fitness as they prepare for this exciting event. Thank you for your support in making this a great experience for our kids!
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
RUN3rd Running Club Registration Form Dear Parents, We are excited to announce that our Running Club is starting soon! This club is open to students in grades 2 through 6, and we would love for your child to join us! Details: When: Thursdays, 7:15–7:55 AM Start Date: January 15, 2026 End Date: March 26, 2026 Who: Students in grades 2....
📣📣Attention Parents 📣📣
Our Performing Arts booster, HPABO, will have a general meeting on Thursday, December 4th at 6:30pm in the Media Center. This meeting will be used to discuss our most recent show and elect a director for the spring play!
11/25/2025
Tomorrow is Dine to Donate at Backyard Taco on University. 20% of all sales will be donated to Highland Arts! Be sure to mention the fundraiser when order!
11/24/2025
The journey to an amazing future starts at Highland Arts! We provide the foundation, resources, and innovation your child needs to succeed in a changing world. Don’t wait, secure your spot today at insidemps.com and see your child’s potential come to life!
11/14/2025
If you haven’t see it yet, you have one more chance Friday night! Join us at Poston Junior High for the Lion King Jr. musical! You won’t want to miss this amazing show featuring our 5th and 6th graders!
10/30/2025
Congratulations Highland Arts on being named an A school!
Our K-6 program connects arts integration experiences into our general education. Whenever possible, our general education program is planned to include different ways to increase our students' knowledge by using arts integrated content.
Our arts integration benefits all students by:
*increasing mastery and proficiency at each of the readiness areas
*bridging our curricular offerings by integrating across subject matter
*increasing students' ability to investigate, communicate, reason and evaluate the merits of their work
*enhancing understanding of themselves and others
*increasing knowledge of potential career pathways of involvement in the arts
*fostering a lifelong appreciation for and support of the arts
Mission:
Our entire Highland Arts community supports the whole child as we integrate academics with the arts.