Announcements from Principal Harness
Announcements from Principal Harness
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GO Team
GO Teams Declaration Period: Feb 1–28
Your voice can help shape VHE's future—now’s your chance to use it! Declare your candidacy for a parent/guardian seat on your VHE’s GO Team. Only 2–3 hours a month. Training provided.
Participating on the GO Team can be a rewarding experience for all those who value the opportunity to make a difference in public education. If elected, the candidate will serve on the GO Team for the 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 school years (from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028).
Parent/Legal Guardian Qualifications:
Must be a legal parent/guardian on record of a child attending or who will attend the school during the 2026-2027 school year.
May not be on staff at the school where they wish to serve in a Parent/Guardian seat.
Must be in good standing with the school and the district.
Non-Supervisory Instructional Staff Qualifications:
Must be a full-time employee at the school where you are seeking a GO Team seat.
Must be in a non-supervisory instructional position.
Must be in good standing with the school and the district.
If you have any questions, email the GO Team Office at goteam@apsk12.org.
Pre-K Lottery
Virginia-Highland Elementary is very excited to offer a Pre-K Program for the 2026.27 school year! VHE will have one general education Pre-K class that will have a maximum of 20 students, 1 teacher and 1 instructional paraprofessional. In order to become a part of our Pre-K program, all parents/guardians who are interested must apply to be a part of the Pre-K Lottery. Priority Pre-K placement will be given to families that reside within the VHE school zone. Apply to be in the PreK lottery today! Pre-K Lottery Application
Kindergarten Round-Up - Registration
Our Kindergarten Round-Up will take place March 9–13! We ask all families with a rising Kindergarten student for the 2026–2027 school year to please register their child during this week. Registering during Kindergarten Round-Up helps our school plan, and prepare to welcome our newest learners in the best way possible. We’re excited to meet our future kindergarteners and appreciate your support in helping us get ready for a great school year! Learn More About Registration Here - Registration is 100% online!
The Kindergarten Experience at VHE
Join us at Virginia-Highland Elementary with your future Kindergartner for our Kindergarten Experience on April 16 from 9:00–11:00 a.m.! Families and our newest VHE Owls will get a fun, hands-on look at a day in Kindergarten—visit a Kindergarten classroom, enjoy Story Time in the Library, P.E. in the gym, Snack in the Cafeteria, ride a school bus, play on the playground, and meet new friends. We can’t wait to welcome our future Kindergartners and their families to the VHE community!
Xanadu - Summer Enrichment Program
The Xanadu 2026 application window is open. Xanadu is a summer enrichment program serving gifted and high-achieving students in the metro Atlanta area. It is open to all rising 1st-8th graders. The application window closes Friday, March 8, 2026. The application can be found at https://www.apsxanadu.org/xanadu2026/. Additional information about Xanadu can be found on the APS Gifted Website.
Spring Picture Day
On March 16th we will be having our Spring Picture Day with class photos.
Night Owl
Get ready to party like it’s 1999! On Friday, March 13th join us for Night Owl, our Y2K-themed auction featuring an open bar, a live band, and exciting live bidding. Dust off your butterfly clips, velour, neon, and cargo pants — Y2K outfits strongly encouraged! Grab your tickets now and help support VHE in throwback style.
Grab your tickets between now and March 6 and help support VHE in throwback style. Purchase tickets ($150) via this link
Fine Arts Night Performance Opportunity 🎶🎨
We are excited to invite 3rd, 4th, and 5th-grade students to perform at our upcoming Fine Arts Night on Thursday, March 26th, from 5:30–7:30 PM! Students interested in sharing a musical performance (2–3 minutes) are encouraged to sign up using the interest form. Performance spots are limited, and auditions may be held if we receive a high number of submissions. Families will be contacted with additional details as they become available.
👉 Interest Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdfr8Cf4LDMNGTLqlISUXQSJptier4lSEwSYv4aaEVxb9hhsw/viewform
Hootie Highlights - Our School Magazine!
Our VHE Creative Writing Club has been working very hard to produce the first issue of our new school magazine, Hootie Highlights. Click here to see the magazine!
OFW5K (Old Fourth Ward 5K)
Please click on this flyer for details.
3rd Annual Student Film Festival
Atlanta is the Hollywood of the South, and the APS 3rd Annual APS Student Film Festival is an opportunity for students to showcase their creativity by producing unique and inspiring video content. For more information, click the Flyer for the link to the website. Accepting Submissions February 2 - April 17, 2026.
Ms. Marshall & Ms. Rhee STEM Updates
Ms. Marshall & Ms. Rhee STEM Updates
Current Math Standards:
5.NR.2: Multiply and divide multi-digit whole numbers to solve relevant, mathematical problems.
DOE Video Link: NR.2
2.1 Fluently multiply multi-digit (up to 3- digit by 2-digit) whole numbers to solve authentic problems.
2.2 Fluently divide multi-digit whole numbers (up to 4-digit dividends and 2-digit divisors no greater than 25) to solve practical problems
5.NR.5: Write, interpret, and evaluate numerical expressions within authentic problems.
DOE Video Link: NR.5
5.1 Write, interpret, and evaluate simple numerical expressions involving whole numbers with or without grouping symbols to represent actual situations.
5.MDR.7: Solve problems involving customary measurements, metric measurements, and time and analyze graphical displays of data to answer relevant questions.
DOE Video Link: MDR. 7
7.1 Explore realistic problems involving different units of measurement, including distance, mass, weight, volume, and time.
7.3 Convert among units within the metric system and then apply these conversions to solve multistep, practical problems.
7.4 Convert among units within relative sizes of measurement units within the customary measurement system.
5.NR.3: Describe fractions and perform operations with fractions to solve relevant, mathematical problems using part-whole strategies and visual models.
DOE Video Link: NR.3
3.1 Explain the meaning of a fraction as division of the numerator by the denominator (𝑎 𝑏 = a ÷ b). Solve problems involving division of whole numbers leading to answers in the form of fractions or mixed numbers.
3.2 Compare and order up to three fractions with different numerators and/or different denominators by flexibly using a variety of tools and strategies.
3.3 Model and solve problems involving addition and subtraction of fractions and mixed numbers with unlike denominators.
3.4 Model and solve problems involving multiplication of a fraction and a whole number.
3.5 Explain why multiplying a whole number by a fraction greater than one results in a product greater than the whole number, and why multiplying a whole number by a fraction less than one results in a product less than the whole number and multiplying a whole number by a fraction equal to one results in a product equal to the whole number.
3.6 Model and solve problems involving division of a unit fraction by a whole number and a whole number by a unit fraction.
5.1Write, interpret, and evaluate simple numerical expressions involving whole numbers with or without grouping symbols to represent actual situations.
Current Science Standards:
Physical Science
S5P2. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information to investigate electricity.
a. Obtain and combine information from multiple sources to explain the difference between naturally occurring electricity (static) and human-harnessed electricity.
b. Design a complete, simple electric circuit, and explain all necessary components.
c. Plan and carry out investigations on common materials to determine if they are insulators or conductors of electricity.
S5P3. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information about magnetism and its relationship to electricity
a. Construct an argument based on experimental evidence to communicate the differences in function and purpose of an electromagnet and a magnet. (Clarification statement: Function is limited to understanding temporary and permanent magnetism.)
b. Plan and carry out an investigation to observe the interaction between a magnetic field and a magnetic object. (Clarification statement: The interaction should include placing materials of various types (wood, paper, glass, metal, and rocks) and thickness between the magnet and the magnetic object.)
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