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Principal's Message

Welcome University Park Panthers to the 2024-25 School Year! I am absolutely elated to be coming back HOME to my childhood elementary school again, as the principal! From Pumpkin Day to the Bike Rodeo, I simply can’t wait to experience all the rich traditions that have been maintained and continued, since I was a child at University Park.

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Recent News

HPISD Board Approves 2025-26 Compensation Plan, Boosts Staff Raises and Starting Teacher Salaries

At its regular meeting on June 17, the Highland Park ISD Board of Trustees approved the 2025-26 compensation plan, including a 7% raise to midpoint for all district staff and additional increases for teachers with 5+ years of experience.

Board of Trustees Elect New Officers

At the Tuesday, May 13 regular school board meeting, the Board of Trustees appointed the following individuals to serve as new board officers.

Benson, Lee, and Denton Sworn In as HPISD Trustees

During the Tuesday, May 13 regular school board meeting, Highland Park ISD officially swore in trustees Bryce Benson, Ellen Lee, and Michael Denton to serve three-year terms. Benson (Place 3) and Lee (Place 5) were reelected in the May election, while Denton was elected as the new trustee for Place 4.

HPISD Recognizes Trustee Jae Ellis for Six Years of Dedicated Service

At the May 13 school board meeting, Highland Park ISD honored outgoing Trustee Jae Ellis for his six years of dedicated service and leadership. Ellis, a proud alumnus and longtime supporter of HPISD, was recognized for his unwavering commitment to students, staff, and the broader HP community.

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