October 5, 2026
King's Highway Elementary
October 5, 2026
King's Highway Families,
Pink Fridays in October: Show your school spirit and support as we honor awareness this month by wearing PINK every Friday throughout October.
Picture Day: Picture Day is Friday, October 9! Be sure to send your child to school ready to smile for their school picture.
Thank you for helping us celebrate these special events and build a positive school community!
Clubs
We are excited to launch several student clubs this week! These opportunities give students a chance to explore their interests, build friendships, develop leadership skills, and connect with peers outside of the regular school day. Participation in clubs helps students discover new talents, strengthen their sense of belonging, and have fun while learning something new. Our Crochet Club will introduce students to basic stitching techniques and creative project-making while encouraging patience, focus, and creativity. Safety Club members will take an active role in promoting safe practices throughout our school community while developing responsibility, leadership, and teamwork skills. Students participating in STEM Club will engage in hands-on activities that encourage problem-solving, innovation, and curiosity through science, technology, engineering, and mathematics challenges. Our Student Council members will have opportunities to represent their classmates, develop leadership skills, support school events, and help make a positive impact on our school community.
We are proud to offer these opportunities for students to get involved, try something new, and grow beyond the classroom. Whether students are creating, leading, inventing, or serving others, there is something for everyone. Be on the lookout for additional information regarding meeting dates, times, and participation details from your child's teacher or club advisor. We look forward to a great year of student involvement and engagement!
Important Dates:
- 10/12 No School (Teacher In Service)
- 10/14 Early Dismissal Day
Bobby Graham
Principal | King’s Highway Elementary
841 W. King’s Hwy, Coatesville, PA 19320
Office: 610-383-3775
Champions of the Classroom
Every day across the Coatesville Area School District, educators and staff members are making a difference for our students, families, and schools. Now is your opportunity to help recognize them!
Nominations are open for the Chester County Champions of Education Awards, a new countywide program celebrating outstanding educators and support staff across Chester County’s 12 school districts and the Chester County Intermediate Unit.
Whether they inspire students in the classroom or work behind the scenes to help our schools thrive, we know there are many deserving individuals throughout CASD whose dedication and impact should be celebrated.
Who makes a difference in Coatesville? Nominate them today!
Nominations are open through Monday, November 30.
Learn more and submit a nomination at: https://www.ccchampionsofedu.org/
PTO
Otis Spunkmeyer & Holiday Wrapping Paper Fundraiser — Last Day!
Today is the last day to place orders for our Otis Spunkmeyer and Holiday Wrapping Paper Fundraiser! All students received a packet to take home, so there is still time to get your orders in.
Thank you to everyone who has participated and supported the fundraiser! The money raised helps the PTO provide fun experiences and extras for our students and teachers throughout the year, including Fun Days, teacher appreciation, and other school activities.
We have raised over $12,000 so far!
School Store Success!
Our first two School Stores were a big success! A huge thank-you to all of the parents who volunteered their time to help the kids shop. We couldn’t do it without you!
Fall Fun Day — October 14
Our next PTO Fun Day is Wednesday, October 14, and we have a special fall-themed activity planned for the kids! Interested in helping out? We’d love to have you! Please email KHSpto841@gmail.com to volunteer.
October PTO Meeting
Our next PTO meeting is Thursday, October 15 at 6:00 PM.
Join us in the school library or virtually on Teams. We’d love to see you there!
PBIS
We are excited to introduce a new PBIS reward opportunity beginning this week! Students earn PBIS points throughout the school day by demonstrating our school-wide expectations and making positive choices. These points can then be traded in for special rewards and experiences. Our newest reward, PBIS Related Arts, allows students to trade in points for extra time in their favorite special area classes, such as Art, Music, Physical Education, Library, or STEM. This exciting opportunity celebrates positive behavior while giving students additional time to engage in activities they enjoy most.
Families can stay connected to their child's PBIS progress through the Connected Guardians app, where they can viewpoints earned and see the rewards and experiences their child has chosen to trade points for. We encourage families to celebrate these positive accomplishments with their students at home!
As always, we welcome volunteers and community members who want to support our school. Have a fun idea for a special PBIS trade-in event or student reward experience? We'd love to hear it! Please reach out to Mr. Graham to get a plan started. Together, we can continue creating memorable experiences that recognize and celebrate our students' success.
Counselor's Corner
Bullying Prevention
Small acts of kindness can make a big difference. Kindness helps build stronger relationships and creates a welcoming school environment.
Family Challenge: Perform one random act of kindness this week.
Title One Weekly
Fall Into Reading Night October 22nd
Fall Into Reading Tailgate will bring King’s Highway Elementary School families together for a fun, welcoming evening that celebrates reading, builds strong home-school connections, and provides engaging literacy experiences for every child. As a Title I school, this event will help remove barriers to family involvement by offering a free, family-friendly celebration where students can enjoy books, games, food, and fall activities. Families will leave with the message that reading is something everyone can enjoy—at school, at home, and together.
Community News
At GETT, students participate in interactive STEM activities led by women from leading regional companies and organizations, meet STEM professionals, and explore educational and career pathways in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. These role models help students envision their own futures in STEM while providing real-world perspectives on careers and opportunities.
Please consider helping by:
- Sharing the attached flyer with students and families
- Including the event in newsletters or parent communications
- Posting on your website or social media channels
- Forwarding to counselors, teachers, and STEM club advisors
Event Details
- Date: October 24, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Location: Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks
- Cost: Free
- Who: Girls in grades 4-10 and their families
For additional information and registration, visit www.gettpa.org/expo.
Attendance Matters
Every school day counts! When students attend school regularly, they build strong academic habits, develop meaningful relationships, and stay connected to their learning community. At Coatesville Area School District, we encourage families to make attendance a priority whenever possible, as even a few missed days can result in important missed learning opportunities. Consistent attendance helps students grow academically, socially, and emotionally while setting the foundation for long-term success.
If your child will be absent, please notify the school office as soon as possible on the day of the absence. Upon your child's return, send a written excuse within three school days so the absence can be properly documented. Thank you for partnering with us to ensure your child is present, engaged, and ready to learn each day. Together, we can make every school day count!
Lunch Menu
On the Calendar
October
- 5 - Anti Bullying Day (Wear Blue) | Crochet Club, Safety Meeting
- 6 - STEM Club & Reading Olympics after school
- 8 - Fire Truck Day | Student Council & Crochet Club
- 9 - Picture Day
- 12 - No School (Teacher In Service)
- 13 - STEM Club
- 14 - Early Dismissal @12:30
- 15 - PTO Meeting 6:00 PM
- 20 - STEM Club
- 21 - 1st Grade Field Trip
- 22 - Fall Into Reaching Night 5:30 -8:00
- 27 - STEM Club
- 30 - Harvest Day Parades and Celebrations
Quick Links for Families
- Bus Status App
- School Supply Lists
- Code Of Conduct
- parent volunteer info | Coatesville Area School District
- Staff Contacts
KH Fast Facts
- Office email: KHoffice@casdschools.org
- Office phone: 610-383-3775
- Doors open to students at 9:15 AM.
- Dismissal begins at 3:45 PM
- Last early dismissal 3:30 PM
- PickUp Patrol cut off: 2:45 PM
- Half day dismissal will be at 12:30 PM
Office: 610-383-3775
KHOffice@casdschools.org