




Welcome to Higgins Elementary
"The Francis A. Higgins Community will create a learning environment where all children succeed."
Parents, please review our LCPS Elementary Handbook for important information.
LCPS Elementary Student Handbook/Code Of Conduct
Higgins SCHOOL HOURS!!!
8:51-3:55 Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri (8:51-12:10 on 1/2 Days)
8:51-2:55 Every Wednesday (except 9/6/23 & 4/10/24)
8:41 Student drop off in car circle begins (no supervision/no drop offs prior to 8:41)
8:46 Students enter building and must be in classrooms prior to 8:51
8:51 Instruction begins
Any changes to student dismissal routine MUST be made 1 hour prior to dismissal
3:45-3:55 (2:45 on W) Parents who are picking up students for dismissal may wait near assigned doors.
3:55 (2:55 on W) Dismissal to busses
Office Staff
School Hours (M, T, TH, FR)
8:51 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.
School Hours - (WED ONLY)
8:51 a.m. - 2:55 p.m.
Half Day Dismissal 12:10 p.m.
8:51 a.m. - 12:10 p.m.
Office Hours
8:15 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Enrollment Information
Our office is taking appointments only. If you need to speak with our office staff about enrollment, please use the following contact information:
Enrollment: Mrs. Forrey, secretary forrela@lc-ps.org or call our office at (586) 493-5210
Click here for enrollment information and paperwork.
Kindergarten Enrollment and Options
Kindergarten Enrollment Flyer for 2025-2026 School Year
Transitional Kindergarten Information for 2025-2026 School Year
Great Start Readiness Program (offered 5 days per week free of cost!) for 2025-2026
Click here to view Kindergarten Orientation Video
Kinder Connect Summer Explorers Program 2025
Calendar
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25 Aug
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First Day of School - ½ Day for Students & TeachersDate: Aug 25Calendar: District Calendar
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27 Aug
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Regular dismissal time - No early releaseDate: Aug 27Calendar: District Calendar
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29 Augthru Sep 1
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No School – Labor Day – School Resumes Tuesday, Sept. 2Date: Aug 29 - Sep 1Calendar: District Calendar
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2 Sep
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School ResumesDate: Sep 2Calendar: District Calendar
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1 Oct
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High School Evening ConferencesDate: Oct 1Calendar: District Calendar
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2 Oct
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High School ½ Day – Afternoon & Evening ConferencesDate: Oct 2Calendar: District Calendar
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Spotlights
Quick Links
2025-2026 Back to School Dates (Full 25-26 Calendar coming soon!)
August 25th is the first day of school for 2025-2026
Policy on Negative Lunch Balances
Literacy Websites for Children and Parents
Elementary Code of Conduct