Point Higgins Elementary School

Point Higgins Elementary School

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Home of The Killer Whales!

Announcements

  • Plan

    May 8th was the cut off for making Teacher Requests!  

    All requests are seriously considered when making class placements, but not guaranteed.

    PHE Classroom Teachers for 2020-21

    Pre-K - Alisa Thompson, Robin Strunk

    K - Patricia Burnett, Karlyn Thomas

    1st - Michelle Pendergrass, Dawn Shlaudeman

    2nd - Carrie Meyer, Katrina Monta

    3rd - Jennifer Elliot, Geoff Glover

    4th - Mattthew Boyd, Danielle Hewitt

    5th - Wendy McLaren, Eugenia Smith

    6th - Marisa Frey, Kendra Standley

    Point Higgins School is fortunate to have outstanding, highly qualified teachers at ALL grade levels and classes!

     

     
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  • PHE Virtual Talent Show!

    You can still participate in one of the favorite events of the year!  

    Videos must be no longer than 90 seconds. Please submit your talent to paula.deangeles@k21schools.org by May 22nd. 

    Talent Show

     

     
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  • Preschool

    Preschool screening for the upcoming school year has been postponed.  Parents who submitted an application before school closed will be contacted after school resumes and new screening dates are scheduled.  No peer buddy spots are guaranteed.

     

     
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  • Moving

    Looking ahead for 2020-21...

    Are you Moving?

    Transferring to another school?

    If your child will not be attending Point Higgins for 2020-21 please email Laurie.Northrup@k21schools.org.

    Current 4 year old preschool students turning 5 on or before September 1st will be rolled up to kindergarten at PHE unless we hear otherwise from you.  

    Immunizations are often needed for students entering kindergarten. Please make sure your child is up to date, and a copy given to the office prior to the first day of school in the fall.  Thank you!

     

     
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  • Even with the school closure, yearbook orders are still accepted online!
     
    Buy a yearbook
     
    Orders placed after April 23rd will be charged shipping fees, and will be mailed to you directly.
     
     
    Enter our school's passcode:  1012923483253186
     
    Yearbook Price: $12.99 (All major credit/debit cards accepted) 
     
    (Yearbook purchases are online only.)
     
     
     
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School News & Events

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    CLICK HERE to read the most recent letter from our School Superintendant. You'll find information regarding the end of this school year, summer school and a SMART START plan for fall.
     
     
     
    Summer School
     
     Summer school is open to all students via Zoom.
     
    For more information go to kgbsd.org.
     
     
     
     
    School closed
    Due to COVID-19 Point Higgins School is closed through the remainder of the school year.
     
    FREE breakfast and lunch services are available curbside at PHE for all students who are in preschool through twelfth grade! (Just pull up in your car and someone will be there.) Students must be present. Visit the District Home Page for times and details.
     
    PHE Breakfast pick-up from 7:30am-9am
    PHE Lunch pick-up from 11:30am-1pm
     
    For all the latest information visit www.kgbsd.org/coronavirus.
     
    All staff are working remotely and staying connected through Zoom video conferencing.  If you have recently changed your phone number or address please send an email to your child's teacher with updated information.
     
    Please do not call the school office or leave a message as the phone is not being monitored at this time.  Feel free to email any staff member through the contact-us link (under menu on the top left). You can also email your child's teacher under the teachers tab.
     
    *Click the Library (black tab) at the top of the menu bar for some awesome resources from Ms. Powers.
      
    *To keep your kids engaged physically, check out Mrs. Sivertsen's PE page for lots of great activities!  You'll find family-friendly and fun ideas for sunny days outside or rainy days inside.
     
     *To keep your kids active in music, check out Ms. DeAngeles's page! 
     
    Ketchikan Cares
     
     
     
     Staff vs 6th Grade Basketball Game
    Final score:  Staff 35, Students 30
     
    PHE had it's very own pep club, pep band, and dance team!  
     
    BB game
    6th grade team huddle
     
    Dancers
    Dance Team: Claire, Katelynn, Faith, Trinity, Mariah, Juliet
     
    Pep club
    Pep Club
     
     
     
     Congratulations to the PHE
    3/4th Grade Team - Fantastic Four!
     
    They placed FIRST place in the 3/4 Grade District Battle and 3rd place at STATE!!  
     
    BOB District Winners
    Ezra, Mason, Nate, Peter 
     
     
     
    Congratulations to the PHE
    5/6th Grade Team - Hocus Pocus!
     
    They placed SECOND place in the 5/6th Grade District Battle!
     
    5/6 BOB team
     Ms. Powers, Kate, Chloe, Eve, Bristol
     
     
     
     
    New online Registration
      
    Due to COVID-19 the State of Alaska has closed schools throught the remainder of this school year. 
     
    You can still register your child for the next school year by clicking the link below.  If you are NEW to our district your child's immunization record and birth certificate must be uploaded with your registration.
     
    Due to new district class size limits for 2020-21, new registrations are not guaranteed placement at Point Higgins.
     
    KGBSD has gone PAPERLESS! Parents and guardians can complete the NEW student required paperwork using the our Online Registration Portal.  In just a few clicks, you can register one or more children.  All school forms including emergency care information, media release forms, and more are 100% online for your convenience.
     
     
      
     
       
     
    Power School  
     
    If you need Instructions on setting up your Parent Portal please call the PHE office.  Having a parent account allows you to see your child's assignments, grades, attendance, and lunch balance.  If you set up a parent account last year, you are good to go!  
     
     
       
      
      
     
     
     
     

FAQ

  • Allergy Awareness

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    If your child has a food allergy (especially to peanuts) please be sure your child's teacher as well as the school office is aware. 

    Please be mindful of allergies when sending snacks or treats to school with your child.  Thank you!
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  • How can I evaluate a School District Employee?

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    You will find evaluation forms for teachers, principals, and classified staff members at kgbsd.org, Human Resources. Or Click Here.
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  • How do I contact the Bus Company?

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    First Student Bus: 907-225-3806
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  • What bus will my child ride?

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    Bus Routes

    (If your child has a change in his/his normal bus schedule, please write a note or call the office before 2:00 (1:00pm on Wednesdays) to ensure the note is delivered on time.)

     
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  • Breakfast/Lunch Prices

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    Breakfast available from 8:30am - 8:45am.

    Breakfast Prices:

    Full price student - $1.15

    Reduced price student - .30¢

    Full price adult - $2.00

     
    Lunch Prices:
     
    Full price student - $3.50
     
    Reduced price student - .40¢
     
    Full price adult - $6.00
     
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  • Lunch/Recess Schedule

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    Grades Preschool-K
     
    Lunch: 11:00 - 11:30
     
    Recess: 11:30 - 12:00
     
    Grades 1-3
     
    Lunch: 11:30 - 12:00
     
    Recess: 12:00 - 12:30
     
     
    Grades 4-6
     
    Lunch: 12:00 - 12:30
     
    Recess: 12:30 - 1:00
     
     
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  • School Start/End Times

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    Start and End times 
     
    8:45am - 3:15pm 
     
    8:45am - 2:15pm (Wednesdays)
     
     
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Swim Lesson Schedule

  • Swim lessons are part of the district educational program. I f you DO NOT want your child to participate please write a letter to Mr. McLaren.

    All Swim Lessons have been cancelled for the remainder of 2019-20 due to COVID-19.

     
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