H.D. Staples Elementary

10/23/2026

Today, we celebrated some very special students who were chosen by their grade level teachers for showing kindness. The students were not warned so they got chosen for this surprise even when they thought no one was watching! 💖 They got an arcade pass to Duckies Revenge! These kiddos remind us that kindness isn’t about getting noticed —it’s about doing the right thing because it comes from the heart. ❤️

10/23/2026

Yesterday… pajama day, trunk or treat, & today jersey day! What a fun and busy week it has been.
Celebration doesn’t stop now… but the weekend gives you a break! 🤪

Next week- HOMECOMING 💙 🦉

Thank you again to the first responders of our town for being role models & bringing so many smiles and excitement to our campus!

10/23/2026

❤️ **THANK YOU, JOSHUA, FOR SUPPORTING RED RIBBON WEEK!** ❤️

The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office would like to extend a sincere thank-you to the Joshua community for allowing Deputy Ochoa and Deputy Sims to participate in Red Ribbon Week at Staples Elementary School!

Red Ribbon Week, observed nationwide each year from October 23–31, is one of the largest drug prevention awareness campaigns in the country. Its mission is to raise awareness about the dangers of drug use and promote healthy, safe, and drug-free lifestyles. The campaign also provides an opportunity to educate our youth about the dangers of to***co, alcohol, and violence while encouraging positive choices that can make a lasting difference in their lives.

We are grateful for opportunities like this to connect with our local schools, spend time with our students, and help reinforce the importance of making safe, responsible decisions. Investing in our children today helps build a stronger, healthier, and safer community tomorrow.

A special thank-you to Staples Elementary School and the Joshua community for welcoming our deputies and allowing them to be part of this important effort. We appreciate your continued partnership and commitment to the safety and well-being of our children!

**Together, we can make a difference—one positive choice at a time!** ❤️

Pictured Left to Right: Deputy Robert Sims and Deputy Kim Ochoa

~Lt. George

10/21/2026

Today is Unity Day & we wore orange to show that we stand together against bullying and that kindness belongs in every classroom, every hallway, and every heart! 🧡

Thank you again to our first responders that gave us words of encouragement & helped us have the best start to our day! 🚒

Tomorrow its time to cozy up as it’s PJ day! 💤 don’t forget your tennis shoes for P.E!

Everyone have a great afternoon!! Hope to see you tomorrow at Trunk or Treat! 🍭

10/20/2026

Good morning everyone! ☀️
Today is the start of Red Ribbon Week! This is a special week celebrated every October where schools across the country team up to talk about making healthy and happy choices! You may have noticed our surprise guests from the fire department. 🚒 They were here passing out bracelets to students as they entered the building. Heads up- if your kiddo missed them today, they will be back again tomorrow at drop-off!!
😃🎉🦉

10/19/2026

Tomorrow kicks off Red Ribbon Week! This is a special week when we remind ourselves how important it is to make healthy, safe, and positive choices. ❤️

10/16/2026

Shout out to our Staples Elementary STAR students for the first nine weeks! ⭐️ 🦉
These students were chosen by their teachers for showing respect and responsibility!

10/14/2026

Check out the scoop.

Staples October Scoop

10/11/2026

🌾 Let’s Fill the Shelves for Harvest House! 🛒❤️

As the season changes, many families in our local community are facing tough times. We’re hosting a Food Drive to support the amazing work Harvest House does every day to feed and care for our neighbors!

Together, a single can of soup or box of cereal makes a huge difference.