November 03, 2025 / Robert S. Hyer Elementary School

Can you believe October has ended and we are just 6 weeks away from completing the first semester?! Wow! This cooler weather is a welcome change from the warm days that lingered this year; it finally feels like fall.

A big shout-out to our Dads Club and cafeteria volunteers for bringing so much joy to students and staff Friday, by embracing Halloween and dressing up to greet students during carpool, and serve lunch in the cafeteria. What fun!

We have an exciting few weeks ahead at Hyer. Our children are excited to participate in some special activities including Dads & Sons donuts, the 2nd grade performance, and our second Turkey Trot. Our 1^st and 3^rd graders will take the CogAT test November 10-12th.

Have a wonderful week and thank you for your involvement in our school!

Respectfully,

Debbie

Debbie Burt

Principal Hyer Elementary

HYER CALENDAR

This Week:

November 3 and 4: NO SCHOOL/ Student Holiday
November 4: Silent Auction begins at 9:00 p.m.
November 5: Student Picture Retakes/ Hyer Spirit Day- Wear your Hyer gear!
November 5: Auction Raffle Ends 9:00 p.m.
November 7: Dads Club - Dad and Sons Donuts at 7:20 a.m.
November 7: Honky Tonk Hyer at School! Kids wear Western and Cowboy attire!
November 7: Honky Tonk Hyer Auction at Marie Gabrielle with Raffle drawing
November 8: PNO with Ms. Southard & Ms. Maldonado 6-10 p.m.

Next Week:

November 9: Silent Auction closes at 9:00 p.m.
November 13: Second Grade Performance at 9:00 a.m.
November 15: Family Turkey Trot

Coming up....

November 24 through 28: Thanksgiving break!
December 3: Hyer Spirit Day! Wear your Husky gear!

PICTURE RETAKES ARE THIS WEDNESDAY!

If your Husky missed picture day - or you did a double-take when you saw the proofs – then send your child to school camera-ready Wednesday, November 5th. Lifetouch/Shutterfly will be on campus from 8-10 a.m. that morning. If you are unhappy with your child's photo, simply return your original package for a photo retake.

Having problems ordering photos online? Parents can contact the Lifetouch customer care team at 1-800-244-4373, on Live Chat at mylifetouch.com/help, or can place orders by sending in their paper form during retakes.

***AUCTION WEEK IS HERE! GET READY!***

Get ready, Hyer families — it’s an exciting week packed with fun and big announcements! The Raffle is in full swing, and our students are doing an incredible job selling tickets to friends, family, and neighbors. Keep those sales coming until Wednesday, November 5th at 9 PM!

BUY RAFFLE TICKETS HERE! Raffle questions? Contact Brittany Hunt.

The Silent Auction officially opens Tuesday, November 4th at 9 PM — and you’ll want to act fast! Parent party spots and some coveted headbands will go quickly, while other items will be hotly contested right up until the final close on Sunday, November 9th at 9 PM! Be on the lookout Tuesday for a Husky Herald Special Edition with more information!

Friday, November 7th is a big day for both kids and adults! Everyone needs to dust off their boots and get excited for the Hyer Honky Tonk! Kids are encouraged to dress “honky tonk” at school that day and can look forward to a fun surprise in the front lawn at drop-off that morning, while parents can gear up for the big event that evening at 7 PM. It’s going to be a night to remember — full of fun, friends, and fantastic auction action! Yee-haw!

Click the link below to preview the Silent Auction or purchase your Honky Tonk tickets!

BUY: AUCTION TICKETS

Please contact Julie Meyer, Stephanie Johns, and Whitney Ward with any questions!

DADS CLUB : DADS AND SONS DONUTS THURSDAY!

Attention Dads!

Bring a big appetite and your best bud to school early on Thursday for the Dads and Sons Donut Breakfast starting at 7:20 a.m.! All boys sports high school captains will be there to speak!

Join hosts Ms. Southard and Ms. Maldonado for pizza, pjs and PNO fun from 6:00-10:00 p.m. Saturday, November 8th. Tickets are $50 for the first child, and $40 each for siblings.

Click HERE for the registration form. Hurry – the PNO is limited to 50 lucky Huskies, and spots will go fast!

RSVP NOW FOR THE SECOND GRADE SHOW ON NOVEMBER 13th!

Be sure to RSVP by November 11th, for our second grade Thanksgiving performance at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 13th in the Hyer Cafetorium! Our Huskies have been working hard and are so excited to share the music they've learned with you. Please send your second grader to school in picture-day attire on Thursday.

Those who RSVP by November 11th can bypass the front desk and pick up their badges at the check-in table when they arrive. If you do not pre-register you will sign in as a VISITOR AND MUST present your driver's license at the time of check in, either with the IPAD or the QR Code located in the office. If you do not pre-register please arrive EARLY as the time to check in may be longer then expected, and you won't want to miss the performance!

Click below to RSVP yourself and any family members or friends who will be attending the show. Everyone attending needs to reply, even if you already have a volunteer badge.

RSVP HERE

HYER BUILDS CHARACTER WITH PURPOSEFULL PEOPLE CURRICULUM

In the month of NOVEMBER, we are focusing on GRATITUDE!

Please contact Linde Thompson, Hyer Counselor, with any questions about the program.

GET YOUR GOBBLE ON! HYER TURKEY TROT!

IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN!

GET THOSE FAMILY PHOTOS READY!

NEWS FROM THE NEIGHBORHOOD

HP PRESCHOOL APPLICATIONS 2026-2027!

Families do NOT have to reapply if their child is already in the program.

Click HERE to apply today!

PARENT SPEAKER SERIES

Join TAG Expert Greg Reeves

We are excited to host gifted and talented specialist Greg Reeves who has spent over three decades in the world of gifted education. Attend this session (geared towards parents of K-12 students) to hear Greg's thoughts on how gifted students change and grow over time, the primary challenges they face at different age levels, and the main traits he sees among the different age groups.

All HPISD Families (including non PC-TAG members) are welcome!

This PC-TAG hosted Speaker Series was generously funded through a grant by La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas.

When: Tuesday, Nov. 4th at 6:30 p.m.

Where: MIS 5/6 Assembly Room

PARENT PANEL

What I Wish I Knew

Attention Elementary & Middle School Parents!

Don't miss out on our upcoming panel where existing PC-TAG parents will answer questions directly from YOU and provide insight into what they wish they knew about TAG at the Elementary and Middle School levels.

All HPISD Families (including non PC-TAG members) are welcome!

When: Thursday, Nov. 13th at 12:00 PM

Where: HP PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH ROOM A

PCLDA MEMBERSHIP MEETING

We are excited to gather for our Fall General Membership Meeting. Mark your calendars for the evening of November 12th. We will be joined by guest speaker, Cynthia Hollingshead, HPISD's Director of Special Programs. She will share the benefits PCLDA funding has had on programs that serve all HPISD students with learning differences. We will also discuss the year ahead and would love to hear from our members. Bring your ideas, concerns and questions for an open discussion with our board

MEET THE SCOTS/HOOPS & HOT SAUCE!

Click HERE for more information or tickets!

MEET THE SCOTS TENNIS TEAM!

The Scots Tennis Team will be serving up some fun for all ages and skill levels at the third annual Meet the Scots event. Our amazing raffle and online auction will run from November 1-8th, and our community tennis festival will take place from 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 8th at the Seay Outdoor Tennis Center. The Herbster, a full-service coffee shop on wheels, will be parked at the courts during the event, so you can fuel up and participate in exciting games with the HP Scots captains and tennis team members. Please Click HERE or scan the QR code above to bid on auction items and purchase tickets for the raffle and the event. All proceeds benefit the Highland Park Tennis Team Legacy Foundation, a 501c3.

- Living the Life of a Showgirl - you mamas out there who signed up to be 4th Grade Skit Leads! One of the most epic Hyer traditions is only possible because of your sick dance skills and unwavering humility to be ridiculous in front of our kids (and neighborhood).

- Sista, Sista - thank you Ann Higginbottom and Jen Melson for showering our beloved Principal Burt all month long with sweet treats and appreciation!

- Auction girls - ALL OF YOU - there will never be enough thank you’s for the heart and work you have put into auction! It is going to be EPIC and so much fun!!

IMPORTANT CONTACTS & QUICK LINKS

Linde Thompson

Counselor

214-780-3340

ThompsL@hpisd.org

Kim Shelton

Admin. Asst.

214-780-3305

SheltoK@hpisd.org

Debbie Burt

Principal

214-780-3300