Originally delivered on 9/16/2025 10:01 am

SUBJECT: News from Heights HS PTO for September 16, 2025

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WELCOME FROM OUR PTO PRESIDENT
WELCOME FROM OUR PTO PRESIDENT

Hello Bulldog Families,

 

Welcome to the 2025-26 school year!  I hope you are as excited about the school year as I am.  The PTO is already working diligently to support the students, teachers, and staff at Heights High School.  We are proud to be an A Rated campus and plan to continue to foster and support Heights and its abundant programs and activities. 

 

I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself as your PTO President. My name is LaTrice Ferguson.  I currently have two Bulldogs, a sophomore and a junior, and a 7th grader who is eager to have her turn.  My boys and family have had a wonderful educational experience and they are fully vested as members of the band, cross country, IB program, soccer and countless other activities.  Your Bulldog will definitely find their niche here at Heights.

 

This year is a special year as it marks the school’s 100th year in the current building.  We plan to celebrate this monumental year with alumni, staff and students. Be on the lookout for our new celebratory yard sign that will be an exclusive for this historical year. We are thrilled to play a part in helping Heights become the top rated comprehensive high school in HISD!

 

2024-2025  was a successful year for our PTO.  We increased our membership, celebrated our teachers and staff through appreciation events and grants, supported senior activities, provided scholarships to fifteen graduating seniors, funds for activities like Go Texan Day and Special Olympics, and supported multiple clubs/sporting needs.  We also raised a record amount of money at our annual Bulldog Bash fundraiser. We plan to top that amount this year.

 

There are a few things we need to accomplish our goals.  We need volunteers and donations. Please consider lending your time, talents, and/or funds to the PTO.  Here are some upcoming opportunities:

 

  • Volunteer at the PTO store during lunch.  It is a busy job, but a great opportunity to see the pulse of Heights during lunch!  If you are interested in volunteering at the store, please sign up here.  

 

  • Join the PTO!  We want to hear from you.  Please join the PTO and come to meetings to let us hear your thoughts.  Memberships are $5 for teachers/staff and $25 to $500 for parents/community members, with extra amounts paid over the basic membership going to support the PTO’s endeavors. 

 

Another thing that the PTO does is work to foster community.  To stay connected and be aware of PTO opportunities, here’s another reminder to subscribe to our newsletter.  We’re on social media too!  We are most active on Facebook, but we are also on Twitter, Instagram, and WhatsApp.  There is a Facebook group for the Class of 2026, Class of 2027, Class of 2028 and Class of 2029 (please answer the questions in order to be accepted into the group!).  There is also information on our website at Heightspto.org.

 

Finally, thank you to all the staff of Heights High School for choosing to be at Heights and for making a difference every day for our students.  We hope you know how much you are appreciated.

 

Thanks for your support.  We are looking forward to a successful year for all of our Bulldog family!


LaTrice Ferguson, PTO President



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¡Bienvenidos al año escolar 2025-26! Espero que estén tan entusiasmados con este año escolar como lo estoy yo. El PTO ya está trabajando a toda velocidad para apoyar a los estudiantes, maestros y personal de Heights High School. Estamos muy orgullosos de haber recibido una calificación de A, y tenemos planes de continuar apoyando los diversos  programas y actividades en Heights.

 

Quisiera aprovechar esta oportunidad para presentarme como la presidenta del PTO. Mi nombre es LaTrice Ferguson y actualmente tengo dos Bulldogs, uno en grado 10 y otro en grado 11 y una en 7mo grado que está impaciente por tener su turno. Mi familia ha tenido una experiencia educacional maravillosa en Heights y estamos completamente dedicados a la escuela como miembros de la banda, cross country, el programa IB, fútbol y muchas otras actividades. Su Bulldog pronto encontrará su lugar en Heights. 

 

Este año es muy especial ya que se cumplen 100 años de Heights en su ubicación actual. Estamos planeando celebrar esta fecha tan importante con nuestros graduados, empleados y estudiantes. Este año tendremos carteles de jardin exclusivos para celebrar este aniversario histórico. Estamos encantados de tener un rol en ayudar a Heights a convertirse en una de las mejores escuelas de educación integral en HISD.

 

2024-2025 fue un año exitoso para nuestro PTO.  Aumentamos nuestra membresía, celebramos a nuestros maestros y personal a través de eventos de agradecimiento y subvenciones, apoyamos actividades para personas mayores, brindamos becas a quince graduandos, proporcionamos fondos para actividades como el Día Go Texan y las olimpiadas especiales y apoyamos a varios clubes y deportes. También recaudamos un monto récord durante nuestra recaudación de fondos anual, Bulldog Bash, el cual queremos romper nuevamente este año. 

 

Para poder alcanzar estos objetivos necesitamos de su colaboración. Necesitamos voluntarios y donaciones. Considere donar su tiempo, talentos y/o fondos al PTO. Estas son algunas de las próximas oportunidades:

 

  • Sea voluntario en la tienda del PTO durante el almuerzo. Es un trabajo muy ocupado, ¡pero es una gran oportunidad para ver el pulso de Heights durante el almuerzo! Si está interesado en ser voluntario en la tienda, regístrese aquí.
  • ¡Únase al PTO! Queremos escuchar de ti. Únase al PTO y venga a las reuniones para dejarnos escuchar sus opiniones. Las membresías cuestan $5 para maestros/personal y entre $25 y $500 para padres/miembros de la comunidad. Fondos por encima del costo de la membresia basica son dedicados a apoyar los esfuerzos del PTO.

 

Otra cosa que hace el PTO es trabajar para fomentar la comunidad. Para mantenerse conectado y estar al tanto de las oportunidades de PTO, por favor suscribase a nuestro boletín. ¡Estamos en las redes sociales también! Somos más activos en Facebook, pero también estamos en Twitter, Instagram y WhatsApp para nuestros hispanohablantes. Hay un grupo de Facebook para  la Clase de 2025, la Clase de 2026,  la Clase de 2027 y Clase de 2028 (¡responda las preguntas para ser aceptado en el grupo!). También hay información en nuestro sitio web en Heightspto.org.

 

Finalmente, gracias a todo el personal de Heights High School por elegir estar en Heights y por marcar la diferencia cada día para nuestros estudiantes. Esperamos que sepan cuánto los apreciamos.

 

Gracias por su apoyo. ¡Esperamos un año exitoso para toda nuestra familia Bulldog!

 

LaTrice Ferguson , presidenta del PTO

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100TH ANNIVERSARY YARD SIGNS
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This year marks a monumental year for Heights High School. This is our 100th year in the building and we plan to celebrate all year!  Support the class of 2027 and order your exclusive yard sign designed by Heights teacher, Mr. Pruneda. Signs are $20. Venmo or Zelle to preorder and include your address and number so we can arrange delivery.

 

 

 

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Juniors and Seniors - Save the Date for the TACRAO College Fair!
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The TACRAO College Fair with representation from more than 70 colleges will be on campus October 6th. Juniors and Seniors will be taken in shifts from 1–3 p.m. in the Practice Gym. 

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PTO STORE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
PTO STORE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Working the school store during lunch is a great way to get involved and see the students in action! Please complete your VIPS registration and sign-up for volunteer shifts.

Questions? Please email Nicole Weaver - store@heightspto.org

Trabajar en la tienda del PTO durante la hora del almuerzo provee una maravillosa oportunidad de involucrarse con la escuela y ver a los estudiantes en acción. Por favor completar el registro VIPS  VIPS registration y anótese para un turno en este link sign-up for volunteer shifts.

Si tiene alguna pregunta, no dude en contactar a Nicole Weaver - store@heightspto.org

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HEIGHTS HS PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIP
HEIGHTS HS PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIP

We invite all parents, family, guardians, teachers and students to join the Heights High School Parent Teacher Organization - HHS PTO. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to join!

 

HHS PTO works very hard raising money to fund services, programs, and materials that are not covered in the school budget. All of the money raised by the PTO, including membership fees,  stays 100% at our school.

 

It is *not* mandatory for members to attend meetings or volunteer, but members are very welcome to contribute in a way that works for you! We have general meetings throughout the year. Exact dates and times of our general meetings will always be posted to Facebook and Instagram and in our PTO newsletter.

 

There are six membership levels for the 2025- 2026 HHS PTO. Please join us today!

https://www.heightspto.org

 

Please contact membership@heightspto.org if you have any questions or concerns.

 

Invitamos a todos los padres, familiares, representantes, estudiantes y profesores a hacerse miembros de la organización de padres y profesores (HHS PTO). Todos son bienvenidos a participar! 

 

HHS PTO trabaja incansablemente para recaudar fondos para financiar servicios, programas y materiales que no son cubiertos por el presupuesto de la escuela. Todo el dinero recaudado por el PTO, incluyendo membresías, permanece 100% en Heights. 

 

No hay requerimientos para ser miembros del PTO y la asistencia a las reuniones no es obligatoria. Los invitamos a contribuir en cualquier forma que funcione para usted. Tenemos reuniones y eventos durante todo el año escolar. Las fechas siempre estarán publicadas en nuestras páginas de Facebook, Instagram y en el boletín del PTO.

 

Este año tenemos 6 niveles distintos de membresías. Por favor hágase miembro hoy mismo! 

https://www.heightspto.org

 

No dude en contactar a membership@heightspto.org si tiene alguna pregunta. 

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REGISTER FOR MEMBERSHIP TOOLKIT
REGISTER FOR MEMBERSHIP TOOLKIT

To ensure you receive our weekly newsletter, please create a free account: https://www.heightspto.org/login-form?r=%2Fopen_forms Don't forget to download the app on your phone. 

Para asegurarse de que reciba nuestro boletín semanal, cree una cuenta gratuita como se indica a continuación: https://www.heightspto.org/login-form?r=%2Fopen_forms.  No olvides descargar la aplicación en tu teléfono. 

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TEACHER GRANT REQUESTS NOW OPEN
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Teacher Grant Request Form is now OPEN!  Teachers and Staff... this is for you!  The PTO can award up to $1,200 for a teacher grant each year. Submit on behalf of your classroom, team, club, CTE or organization! Funds are limited so try to get your requests in early.  Please email Angela Alvarado with any questions you may have. Click here for details and a link to the form.

 

¡Oportunidades para solicitar becas para profesores! Profesores y Empleados, esta oportunidad es para ustedes! El PTO puede contribuir hasta $1200 en becas para profesores cada año. Por favor envíen su solicitud a nombre de su salón, equipo, club, CTE u organización. Los fondos son limitados así que recomendamos enviar sus solicitudes lo más pronto posible. Favor contactar a  Angela Alvarado con cualquier pregunta que tenga al respecto. Click aquí para obtener detalles adicionales y accesar la planilla de solicitud.  

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2026 NEWS
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Tuesday, September 16
12:00p Texas A&M Admissions Visit
Tuesday, September 30
12:00p Texas State Admissions Visit
Wednesday, October 1
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SENIOR PARENTS - SAVE THE DATE!
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Ms. Schumacher and Mr. Idlebird are hosting a meeting for parents on September 23, 2025 at 6 pm in the Performance Hall.  This is only for senior parents!

Please bring 1-2 bags of candy to keep the College Center running 🍭🍫🍬

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Celebrate Your Senior with a Customized Yard Sign for $15!
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Helpful Hints:
  1. Order Here.
  2. Sign in.  If you don't remember your password or don't have one, register for one.  Yes, our system requires registration.  It keeps your credit card information safe.
  3. Be sure and use the drop down on the right-hand side and specify the quantity of signs you want.  If you don't do this - your order won't go through.
  4. Fill out all the fields including your student's name.
  5. Pay and you are all done!
 
We will contact you when signs come in (that's why we need your contact info!!)!

Example with name:


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Senior Parents, Order Your Yearbook Ad!
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Yearbook Recognition Ads for your senior are available to order here.

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Seniors, Save These Dates!
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SENIORS! Las fechas para los retratos de graduación están empezando a aparecer.  Por favor anotense. Esta es una de las oportunidades que tendrán desde ahora y hasta diciembre. Pueden hacer su cita aquí:  https://seniors.legacystudios.com/.

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2029 NEWS

Class of 2029
Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/heights2029 

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HHS COMMUNITY NEWS
A MESSAGE FROM COUNCIL MEMBER ABBY KAMIN
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Council Member Kamin’s $40,000 safe crossing project at the intersection of 13th and Yale (going across Yale) is now under construction! Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons will assist pedestrians crossing Yale St and increase safety for the students and parents walking to Love Elementary, Heights High School, and the International Preschool, and many other community spaces such as the Heights Neighborhood Library and the Historic Heights Fire Station. 

 

You may have already seen construction in the area, and we apologize you were not notified sooner. Unfortunately, Houston Public Works did not provide our office a construction notice prior to work commencing. District C staff will continue to follow up with city staff to ensure that we have the most up-to-date timeline and information for the project. 

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HHS SOFTBALL SEASON

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ORDER THE 2026 YEARBOOK
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We are celebrating 100 years of Heights High School in 2026!  Order your yearbook early to commemorate this special school year!

 

ORDER NOW

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BULLDOG CLASSIC 2025
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Empower Tomorrow's Leaders

Support the leaders of tomorrow by helping to put on this amazing event.  All sponsorship levels include marketing before, during, and after the tournament.  Enjoy targeted exposure, valuable networking, and the chance to be part of a standout Bulldog Classic 2025

Hole Sponsor $100

Organization name and logo on a sign at the tee box.

Golf Cart Sponsor $300

Organization name and logo on every golf cart sign.

Registration Bag Sponsor $1,500

Organization name and logo on the registration bag, personalized sign at the registration table, complimentary foursome included.

Presenting Sponsor $3,000

Presenting Sponsor designation "Bulldog Classic presented by YOUR ORGANIZATION". Sponsorship and logo at the longest drive and closest to the pin contest, personalized banner prominently displayed at the entrance and luncheon, complimentary foursome.

https://reagangolf4scholarships.com/registration

 

 

Empoderando a los líderes del futuro - Torneo de Golf para Becas John H. Reagan

Apoye a nuestros futuros líderes ayudando a organizar este fabuloso evento. Todos los niveles de patrocinio incluyen mercadeo antes, durante y después del torneo. Disfrute exposición dirigida, valiosas interacciones y la oportunidad de ser parte del clásico Bulldog 2025.

Patrocinador de hoyo $100 - Nombre y logo de la organización en tee de golf

Patrocinador de carrito de golf $300 - Nombre y logo de la organización en cada carrito de golf.

Patrocinador del paquete de registro $1500 - Nombre y logo de la organización en el paquete de registro, aviso personalizado en la mesa de registro y cuarteto de cortesía. 

Patrocinador presentador $3000 - Designación como sponsor presentador “Bulldog Clásico presentador por SU ORGANIZACIÓN”. Patrocinio y logo en la ruta más larga y más cercana al concurso, banner personalizado desplegado prominentemente en la entrada y el comedor y un cuarteto de cortesía. 

https://reagangolf4scholarships.com/registration

 

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