The application window for the SmithTech School of Computer Science, Innovation, & Design is officially open! Current students in grade 5 are invited to apply. SmithTech curriculum is completed in grades 6-8.
Don't wait! Take the next step toward a unique academic journey. All applications must be submitted by November 5, 2025.
For more details on each program and the application process, visit our webpage: https://www.cpschools.com/o/osm/page/computer-science-lab-school
Keep up the SOAR behavior!🌟
We are so excited for the final event, the Fun Run! All students participating will use the schedule below. Interested families are welcome to come and cheer on their favorite HES Hawks during this outdoor event! All visitors must come to the front door to receive a visitor’s sticker before attending the event, so please allow additional time to check in with security prior to the scheduled fun run time. 👟
Shoutout to everyone who participated—you made the school a real-life library!
Get ready to swap your sidekick for sunscreen because tomorrow is Tropical Lifeguard Day! Break out your Hawaiian shirts, sunglasses, and lifeguard gear! Let's bring the beach vibes to the school halls! 🌊
Homecoming Spirit Week Update! 🎉
Decades Day was an absolute blast! We loved seeing all the groovy bell bottoms, neon shirts, and totally rad looks from every era. You all nailed the throwback vibes! ✨
Get ready to team up because tomorrow is Dynamic Duo Day!
Show us your spirit!
#Homecoming #SpiritWeek
🎙 How is our school calendar created, and what goes into making it work for students, families, and staff? 🎧 In our latest podcast episode, Dr. Fallon Graham discusses the calendar planning process, shares the new two-year calendar proposal, and explains how your input helps shape the final plan. 👉 Don't forget to share your calendar feedback by October 19, 2025.
A HUGE thank you to all our families for your incredible generosity during our Cereal Wars this week! As a whole school, we collected an amazing 1,588 cereal boxes! That's more cereal than we ever imagined! A special shoutout to our winning class: Mrs. Brown's class collected a phenomenal 186 boxes! Way to go!
To celebrate our success and watch the amazing cereal Domino Rally, remember to wear your pajamas on Monday!
🌟 After 34 years in education, Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton still gets excited for the first day of school: "Every year is a fresh start." In this episode, he shares our district’s new Empower 2030 strategic plan, explains how we’re supporting students through innovative programs and authentic learning experiences like SmithTech, and highlights the importance of prioritizing student voices. 🎧 Get inspired for the 2025-2026 school year and listen to the episode at https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or on Apple Podcasts, our YouTube channel, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more!
HES students SOAR when they come to school every day! #WatchMeSOAR #PassportToPossibilities
What a fantastic way to review place value! 🎉 Mrs. Hendrix's 4th graders had a blast at their Place Value Party today. Students rotated through different stations, using games and hands-on activities to reinforce their understanding of place value. #4thGradeMath #PlaceValue
Due to inclement weather, all after-school and evening activities for today, September 16, 2025, are canceled. YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club will remain open this afternoon. For weather-related updates, visit cpschools.com/emergency.
