December 08, 2025 / Robert S. Hyer Elementary School | | |
Dear Hyer Families,
Highland Park ISD is excited to share that, thanks to the generosity of La Fiesta and the HP Education Foundation, we have purchased two trained therapy dogs to support the well-being of our students and staff.
Both dogs are Bernedoodles, selected for their calm temperament, strong capabilities, and hypoallergenic qualities. They have begun visiting campuses on a limited basis and will be fully deployed after the start of the new year.
The therapy dogs are handled by Chief Rowden and Officer Bridgewater (HPHS SRO), both of whom have extensive experience and training in working with dogs. The dogs will make occasional visits to Hyer and can also respond to specific requests for support.
If you prefer that your child not have contact with the therapy dogs due to allergies, fear of dogs, or other concerns, an opt-out form will be available in the front office for the legal guardian to sign.
Thank you for your partnership as we continue supporting the emotional well-being of our students.
Debbie
Debbie Burt
Principal Hyer Elementary
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| KC CLUB'S TOY DRIVE ENDS TOMORROW! | | |
It is the season to give thanks and joy. The 4th Grade KC Club (Kindness and Compassion Club) is ready to spread some holiday cheer to our neighbors in West Dallas! The KC Club is collecting NEW TOYS starting December 1st through the 9th to benefit Brother Bill’s Helping Hands. Brother Bill’s goal this year is to serve 2,000 children 0-12 years old with 8,000 gifts that will be distributed during its Christmas Event. Brother Bill’s Helping Hands is a non-profit organization that provides numerous resources to the West Dallas community, including a grocery store, a health clinic, job training and weekly programs for kids.
Any NEW, UNWRAPPED gifts should be under $25. The kids love toys, games, arts, crafts, accessories, puzzles, board games, and more! Donation boxes will be located in the hallways on both the Caruth and Colgate sides of Hyer. The KC Club thanks you in advance for your generous donations! Please contact the Community Service Chair, Nellie Dunn, with any questions.
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| THIRD GRADE PERFORMANCE TOMORROW! | | |
Our wonderful 3rd graders will perform in the Hyer Cafetorium on tomorrow, Tuesday, December 9th. The doors to the front of the school will open at 5:00 p.m. Students should dress in picture day attire, avoiding too many layers due to the lights on stage. When they arrive, 3rd grade students will go up to the 3rd grade pod to meet their teachers and get in line order to walk into the cafetorium at 5:25PM. Families will go to the cafetorium to get a seat. The performance will start at 5:30 p.m.
At the end of the performance, Mrs. Conklin will have the students stay on stage until their parent walks up to pick them up.
| | HOLIDAY PARTIES COMING UP! | |
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Winter Holiday class parties will take place on Friday, December 19th. Party attendees will be limited to party volunteers. Each family may only have one volunteer per class. There will be other opportunities to attend parties and volunteer in the classroom.
Due to the limited volunteer opportunities, each family may only volunteer in their student’s class for one party.
Because this is also an early release day at 1:00 p.m., the school will not be having lunch time visitors that day, other than volunteers for cafeteria.
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Thank you for being considerate and giving everyone a chance to help out!
Times for the parties are as follows:
| | HOLIDAY PJ'S FROM THE HUSKY SHOP! | | |
If you ordered pajamas, they are here and ready for pick up!! Swing by Ann Higginbottom's porch - 3908 Colgate Ave -to grab your bag!
We still have some for sale! If you purchase now, we will have them bagged and ready for pick up by end of week!
| | THE HYER PTA BOARD 2026-2027 WANTS YOU! | | |
Our Boot Scootin’ Hyer year has gotten off to an incredible start!
And while there’s still plenty of Boot Scootin’ left to do, we’re already starting to look ahead to next year. Though our fall has just begun, planning for 2026–2027 school year is already underway, and we’d love for YOU to saddle up and join the team!
We are envisioning a year of FUN and finding the simple JOY of being part of our school community. It takes all types of parents with all types of talents to make Hyer Elementary a loving, inclusive and kid-focused environment.
We so hope you will consider serving as a 2026-2027 PTA Officer or Chairperson! AND we'd love for you to nominate some friends to serve by your side. There are positions to fit all schedules, strengths, passions, and areas of interest. It takes a village to make Hyer the incredible neighborhood school that it is, and we couldn't do it without you!
Click HERE to complete the Hyer PTA Interest & Nomination form.
Questions? Please contact President Elect Megan Conlon, at 214-215-2993 or Email.
FORMS ARE DUE BY DECEMBER 12th.
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Parents and staff, this is a reminder that the School Experience Survey launched on Monday, Dec. 1st. The primary contact for each student should have received an email from a third-party administrator with a link to participate. If you don’t see it in your inbox, please check your spam folder.
In addition to parent feedback, we will also be gathering input from all teachers and students in grades 3–12. If you would like to opt your child out of the survey, please complete THIS form, print it, and send it to your child’s homeroom teacher. The opt-out form must be submitted by December 4th.
The deadline to complete the survey is Friday, Dec. 19th. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us recognize our strengths and identify areas for improvement. Thank you for your participation!
| | SIGN UP FOR DECEMBER PNOS! | | Join hosts for pizza, PJs and PNO fun from 6-10 PM. Tickets are $50 for the first child, and $40 each for siblings. Hurry! The PNO is limited to 50 lucky Huskies, and spots will go fast! | | |
Do you need some extra time for holiday shopping? Are you headed to any holiday gatherings? Coach Brosseau, Nurse Rather, and Mrs. Conklin will be hosting 5 DROP AND SHOP events!
Monday, December 22nd, 1:00-4:00 p.m. - Coach Brosseau & Nurse Rather
Tuesday, December 23rd, 1:00-4:00 p.m. - Coach Brosseau & Nurse Rather
Monday, December 29th, 1:00-4:00 p.m. - Coach Brosseau & Nurse Rather
Tuesday, December 30th, 1:00-4:00 p.m. - Coach Brosseau & Nurse Rather
Wednesday, December 31st, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Coach Brosseau & Mrs. Conklin
Drop and Shop sessions will include fun, games and a snack, $45 per session.
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| DECEMBER PURPOSEFUL PEOPLE | | During the month of December, the Hyer staff is focused on the character trait of EMPATHY. EMPATHY is defined as understanding and connecting to other people’s feelings. This is the trait our whole school is focused on as part of our PurposeFULL People curriculum. | | NEWS FROM THE NEIGHBORHOOD | | HPISD TAG INFORMATION SESSION | | Click HERE for more information or to register. | | |
- A husky high-five for Brittany Hunt, who keeps our cafeteria finance in check! She has done an amazing job this year!! So thankful for you Britt!
- To our Teacher and Faculty appreciation chairs - Ann Higginbottom and Jen Melson - who created the CUTEST advent calendars for our teachers!
- To Megan Conlon - who is already crushing and planning for next school year. Her vision & energy for the job are unmatched!
- To our staff and faculty at Hyer Elementary - entering this last homestretch of the semester - we want you to know how incredibly grateful we are for each of you. We know this time of year can be ALOT. You handle it with grace and patience, and we are so thankful for you.
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| IMPORTANT CONTACTS & QUICK LINKS | |
Linde Thompson
Counselor
214-780-3340
Kim Shelton
Admin. Asst.
214-780-3305
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Debbie Burt
Principal
214-780-3300
Lorena Escobedo
Cafe Manager
214-780-3385
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Kelley Rather
Nurse
214-780-3320
Michelle Martin
Admin. Asst.
214-780-3304
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