November 2nd-6th
Have extra Halloween candy? Put those sweet treats to good use and help bring a smile to our heroes!
From November 2ndβ6th, we will be collecting leftover Halloween candy to donate to Operation Troop Support, an organization dedicated to supporting our military service members.
This is a wonderful opportunity for our Highlands students and families to give back and show appreciation to the brave men and women who serve our country!
November 14th 9am-2pm
Get a head start on your holiday shopping while supporting local businesses and our Highlands community!
The Highlands Elementary School PAC is excited to host our 3rd Annual Craft Fair on Saturday, November 14th! Join us for a fun-filled day of shopping, creativity, and community spirit!
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Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
β° Time: 9:00 AM β 2:00 PM
π Location: Highlands Elementary School
190 Hobart Street, Danvers, MA
ποΈ Shop Local, Support Small!
With over 30 featured vendors, you'll find a wonderful variety of handmade crafts, unique gifts, jewelry, accessories, sweet treats, holiday goodies, and so much more!
Whether you're searching for the perfect holiday gift, treating yourself to something special, or simply enjoying a day out, there's something for everyone!
Come shop, support our talented vendors, and help make our 3rd Annual Craft Fair a success!
We can't wait to see you there!
November 6th (Times below)
Get ready, Highland Hounds! Our Highlands Hustle Walkathon is happening on Friday, November 6th, and we can't wait to celebrate all the hard work our students have put into this year's fundraiser!
Parents and families are welcome to attend and cheer on their students! π Come show your Highlands spirit as our students walk, have fun, and celebrate their incredible fundraising efforts!
4th & 5th Grade: 9:20β9:45 AM
2nd & 3rd Grade: 9:50β10:15 AM
Kindergarten & 1st Grade: 10:25β10:50 AM
Students will enjoy music, fun, and plenty of encouragement as they make their way around the course!
β€οΈ Fundraising Reminder: Donations will continue to be accepted through November 13th, so there's still time to help us finish strong!
Thank you to our amazing Highlands families, teachers, staff, and community for making this year's Hustle such a success. We can't wait to see everyone cheering on our Highland Hounds!
November 16th (DURING SCHOOL)
Highlands Elementary students will have an exciting opportunity to get up close with some of nature's most incredible birds through an educational presentation by Wingmasters!
Wingmasters is a Massachusetts-based organization dedicated to teaching students about North American birds of prey, including owls, hawks, and falcons. Led by licensed wildlife rehabilitators Julie Anne Collier and Jim Parks, Wingmasters provides a unique learning experience featuring live birds of prey that cannot safely return to the wild.
Through this engaging presentation, students will learn about these magnificent birds, their special adaptations, their importance in nature, and the role we all play in protecting wildlife.
With more than 5,000 educational programs presented throughout New England since 1994, Wingmasters brings science, wildlife conservation, and environmental education to life!
For more information visit:
https://wingmasters.net/aboutus.htm
November 13th 1 pm
On Friday, November 13th, at 1:00 PM, we will be celebrating our amazing students and their incredible fundraising efforts at our Highlands Hustle Pep Rally!
We have an exciting afternoon planned, including:
Essex Tech JROTC Color Guard to kick off our celebration!
Danvers High School Band & Cheerleaders bringing the energy and school spirit!
A special visit from our local police and fire departments!
A Possible Special Guest! We're hoping Blades, the Boston Bruins mascot, will be able to join us for the celebration! Fingers crossed!Β
π SLIME TIME! Watch some of our favorite Highlands staff members get slimed as we celebrate reaching our fundraising goals!
Please Note: This is a special celebration for our students during the school day. Parents and families do not need to attend. Just send your Highland Hounds to school ready for an exciting afternoon of fun!
This pep rally is our way of thanking our students for their hard work, enthusiasm, and incredible school spirit throughout the Highlands Hustle!