Atlantic Highlands Elementary School

05/29/2026

Thank you to everyone who participated in our Mental Health Awareness Month activities! It was wonderful to see our students and staff coming together to focus on kindness, emotional well-being, and self-care. 🧘‍♀️🫧
A special thank you to Mrs. Phair and Mr. DiLorenzo for organizing this meaningful day and creating opportunities for our school community to learn, connect, and recharge. 🪷
Together, we continue to make mental health a priority at AHES. 💚

05/29/2026

🎨 Join us for the AHES Art Show on Tuesday, June 9 from 5–7 PM! Come enjoy an evening celebrating our talented student artists and their amazing work.
A special thank you to Ms. Northrop, our wonderful volunteers, and all of the students for their hard work in making this event so special. We can’t wait to see you there! ✨

05/12/2026

Who will take the win?!
AHES Staff 🆚 6th Graders

📅 Thursday, May 21st
⏰ Game starts at 5:30 PM

Come cheer on your favorite teachers and 6th graders while supporting a great cause! ❤️

💵 $10 suggested donation per family
All proceeds benefit the Robin Vaccarelli Fund.

🌭 Hot dogs, snacks & drinks will be available for purchase starting at 5 PM.

Bring your school spirit and join us for a fun night for the AHES community! 🎉

04/28/2026

🍎 AHES Teacher Appreciation Week is Coming!
📅 May 4–8
Join us in celebrating our amazing AHES teachers and all the hard work, care, and dedication they bring to the classroom every day!

Each day has a fun and simple theme to help students show their appreciation:

✏️ Monday – Write a note, poem, or draw a picture
🌸 Tuesday – Bring a flower (real or homemade)
🎨 Wednesday – Wear your teacher’s favorite color
📓 Thursday – Bring a classroom supply
🥤 Friday – Bring your teacher’s favorite snack or drink

Let’s make this a week full of smiles and gratitude!
❤️ Thank you, AHES teachers — we appreciate you so much! ❤️

04/23/2026

Happy National Administrative Professionals Day!
Thank you to our amazing administrative professionals for everything you do to keep our school running smoothly. We appreciate you more than words can say! A special shoutout to Mrs. Gallagher, Mrs. Elia, Mrs. Kerr, and Mrs. Whittles — we are so grateful for all that you do every day! 💙

04/10/2026

Yesterday we celebrated our incredible AHES paraprofessionals! 💙💛
They are truly precious & few—their patience, kindness, and dedication make a difference in our students’ lives every single day. Thank you for the countless ways you all support, encourage, and uplift our school community. We appreciate all of you more than words can say!

04/09/2026

🌈 AHES Celebrates Autism Acceptance Month!
Our school community is coming together to honor the beauty of neurodiversity — because our differences truly make the world colorful.
♾️You can support by purchasing a $5 Pinwheel that will be displayed on the AHES playground fence throughout April. Every pinwheel includes a name or positive message, and all proceeds go directly to Oasis TLC, supporting adults with autism through meaningful work and inclusive farm‑based communities.

✨ Let’s fill the fence, spread kindness, and show our support in a big, beautiful way.

📅 Forms and donations are due April 30 to Ms. Plaia or Ms. Voorhees 🤍 Sponsored by AHES Student Council & S.T.A.R.S.

03/26/2026

Kindergarten and new student registration for the 2026-2027 school year opens on 4/7! Please use the link below to register.

https://ahes.tridistrict.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=3757526&type=d&pREC_ID=2438685

03/26/2026

Reminder that tomorrow, 3/27 is a 12:25 dismissal day. Please be sure all students are picked up at 12:25 unless they attend YMCA aftercare. Thank you and happy Spring Break!

03/20/2026