Hughes Elementary

Happy National Police Week to the dedicated men and women who serve and protect Prosper ISD and the families in our community. 👮‍♂️ We are grateful for your sacrifice, your courage, and your commitment to safety. Thank you for everything you do.

Summer Reading Information from the Hughes Library - visit bit.ly/HughesLibrary and click on the Summer Reading tab).

🥳 Students brought home Summer Reading Bingo challenges this week and they can bring it back to the Hughes Library in August for a prize! Put it somewhere special so your kiddo(s) remembers to do it this summer. 🥳

⭐ Students can log in to their Prosper ISD dashboard on your home device and choose SORA or Lightbox to read eBooks and audiobooks all summer long! Find directions at bit.ly/HughesLibrary and clicking on the Summer Reading tab.
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Hughes readers were able to participate in the Children's Book Week Design a Bookmark contest! As students come into the library to return their books this week, they get to pick one of the winning bookmark designs to take with them!

Kindergartners and 1st graders got to talk all about using your imagination and writing great stories with Author Daniel Blough this morning! If your child would still like one of his books, visit bluebirdlanepublishing.com!

Happy National School Nurses Day to the incredible nurses across our district! 🩺 Whether it's a scraped knee or something that needs a little more care, our nurses show up with calm, compassion, and expertise. Thank you for keeping our students safe and healthy!

Teacher Appreciation Week starts today! 🍎 All week long we will take time to recognize the educators across Prosper ISD who show up every day and make a difference for our students. Thank you for everything you do — it does not go unnoticed.

May is Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month! 🌺 This month we celebrate the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of our AAPI students, staff, and families who make Prosper ISD the vibrant community it is. We are proud to honor you.

Happy School Lunch Hero Day! 🍽️ Our cafeteria staff shows up to make sure our students are fueled and ready to take on whatever the day brings. Thank you to every lunch hero across Prosper ISD for the warmth and dedication you bring to our campuses daily!

Happy School Principals' Day to the incredible leaders at the helm of every Prosper ISD campus! 🏫💛 Our principals show up every single day with heart, and everything that makes our schools great starts with their leadership. Thank you for all that you do — we are so grateful for each and every one of you!

It's time to Round Up all of those Library Books! All classes will be coming to the Library to turn in all of their books next week! Students with clear Library accounts will get a prize! Start the search for any lost books now!

🌟Camp Prosper launches this summer for rising 1st–5th graders with three unique camp experiences — Explore, Discover, and Impact — each designed to keep curious minds growing all summer long. Morning and afternoon sessions are available June 1-4, June 8-11, and June 15-18. Spots are limited, so grab yours before they're gone! 🔗 Sign up here: bit.ly/summercamps-all

Is your child heading to kindergarten this fall? 🎒 Camp Prosper: Get Ready! is a hands-on summer camp designed specifically for incoming kindergarteners to build confidence, practice essential skills, and feel prepared for their first day of school. Sessions are available at Boyer Elementary all three weeks of summer camp — June 1-4, June 8-11, and June 15-18 — with morning and afternoon options available. Just pick one session that works for your family. Spots are limited, so don't wait. 🔗 Sign up here: bit.ly/summercamps-all

⚠️ Due to expected weather conditions, tomorrow morning's Unstoppable Athletes event has been canceled. Thank you for your understanding.

Join us for a fun evening cheering on the Frisco RoughRiders baseball team as they take on the Northwest Arkansas Naturals! A portion of all ticket sales benefits Hughes PTO, and kids can run the bases after the game.

Get tickets: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Hugheselementary7

⚠️ Due to the possibility of severe weather this afternoon and evening, Prosper ISD is canceling all evening activities, including fine arts events and non-playoff athletic competitions. Playoff games will proceed as planned. If your child is affected, expect communication from their campus or coach. Stay safe, Prosper. 🌧️

Seniors, Class of 2026, did you go to Hughes Elementary? Come back and let us celebrate you!
Please RSVP by May 8th.
Use the link or QR code to RSVP. We can't wait to see you back at Hughes! 💙

***Author Visit for Kindergarten and 1st Graders***

Visit bit.ly/HughesAuthorVisits for more information about our Daniel J. Blough, his books and how to order a copy to have him sign for your student(s) when he visits! Paper copies of the order form were also sent home with Kindergarten and 1st Graders!

***Order forms for autographed books are due May 1st.***

One of our favorite weeks of the year is coming up in the Hughes Library... It's Reading Under the Stars! Make sure your child has their Library books to bring with them! It will be their last chance to check out new books this school year!

Happy National Administrative Professionals Day!🗄️ From campus front offices to district departments, our administrative professionals are the steady force keeping everything on track behind the scenes. Thank you for your support and dedication!

The Hughes Hoedown starts at 5:30 on Friday, April 24th and PTO members get early entry at 5:15 p.m! This is always one of the most fun events at Hughes! There will be a DJ, concessions and buy tickets to ride a mechanical shark! Yeehaw!

We're also looking for volunteers to help make this event a success! You can sign up to help with set-up, tear-down, or take a short shift during the dance--so you can still enjoy the night with your kiddo. Find the Sign Up in Mrs. Roberds' most recent Hughes Happenings!