2024 - 2025 Events
We have a calendar packed with events for the whole family! As an entirely volunteer run organization, we couldn't hold all these events without help. Please check out our volunteer sign-up page if you would like to lend a hand in bringing an event to life this year!
september
Kick off Party at the Kaycee Pool
We started the year with a splash at the KayCee Pool! All were welcome at this community wide event to celebrate the beginning of our 65th year as a PTA!
October
Gift Away Day at the Audelia Library
Members are encouraged to bring their passions and talents to the LHAECPTA in order to make the group what they need during this stage of life. We were thrilled to partner with the Audelia Library for our first Gift Away Day, benefiting over 200 attendees and making an impact with Vickery Meadow Food Pantry.
October Meeting with Speaker
Our October meeting was held at the Audelia Library during the daytime with free childcare and lunch provided for attendees. Attendees learned about the Children's Mental Health Crisis in America from our speaker, Beth Wuller of Neugroove. Although the statistics are shocking, we saw how a strong community that works together to care of all children can make a difference for the mental health of our children.
Halloween Carnival
We loved partnering with Kiddie Krafts Preschool for a second year to bring Halloween fun to our wider community. We had over 450 people attend this year to enjoy a Trunk or Treat, Bounce Houses for both the big kids and little ones, Snow Cones, Balloon Artist, Face Painting, Food Truck and more!
November
Members Playdate at Cheeky Monkey
Members are invited to join us at Cheeky Monkey for an all PTA Playdate to include Balloon Artist and Dinner for the kids! Come get that energy out before the weekend ends!
New Member Social Game Night
New and veteran members are invited to a game night where we will bring everyone up to speed on navigating the LHAECPTA. Come meet other new members and learn tips from veterans about getting the most out of this community.
RSVP for New Member Social Game Night here.
General Meeting featuring A Play Filled Life
Our November meeting will feature Gina Gendron, creator of A Play Filled Life, LLC. During this presentation attendees will learn the benefits of sensory play, how to set up a safe sensory space, storage tips, and ways to incorporate learning experiences. You will also learn ways to strengthen motor skills, support self regulation and enhance language and vocabulary all through PLAY! Members are invited to sign up to reserve materials to create a sensory bin to take home.
Book Club
Our November Book Club book is The Women by Kristen Hannah
December
LHJWL Light Up the Highlands
We are excited to be a sponsor of the LHJWL 10th annual Light Up the Highlands Event this year! Come see us at a table near the bounce houses to connect with other members or to learn more about our organization. Event Information — Lake Highlands Junior Women's League
Grinch Day Winter Party
Members enjoyed crafts, snacks, bounce house, and train at a special family Grinch Day. Special thanks to Dallas Public Library for coming to read How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
Cookies and Cocoa Teacher Appreciation at Stults Elementary
January
Membership Meeting
Come enjoy building community with other parents at Doce Mesas! LHAECPTA will provide appetizers. Please RSVP.
Nominations are OPEN for 2025 - 2026 Executive Board Members. Elections for 2025 - 2026 Executive Board will be on April 9, 2025. Nominate yourself or someone else here.
Mommy and Me Dance - Rumble in the Jungle
Dance the night away with your child! Enjoy a fun night with DJ Sprinkles, a balloon artist, a soft play area, bubble globe, a jungle scavenger hunt and refreshments. Members are asked to RSVP.
Book Club
Join the book club to discuss Weyward by Emilia Hart
February
Daddy Dance
General Meeting featuring Richardson ISD Preschool Director
MARCH
General Meeting Spring Break Happy Hour
Spring Break Playdate
Book Club
April
General Meeting - Elections for 2025-2026 Board Members
Nominations are OPEN for 2025 - 2026 Executive Board Members. Elections for 2025 - 2026 Executive Board will be on April 9, 2025. Nominate yourself or someone else here.
Easter Egg Hunt
Run the Highlands with LHJWL
Character Breakfast and Silent Auction
Feeder School Playdate
May
End of Year Parent Party with Short Annual Meeting
End of Year Playdate with The Creature Teacher
june
Family Field Day
Family Playdate with Play.Play.Play.
We are excited to partner with Ms. Stacey, founder of Play.Play.Play again this year for a sensory filled evening at Skyview Elementary. Children will be able to participate in crafts, slime making, sensory, and open ended play.
july
4th of July Parade and Carnival with Exchange Club of LH
Come cool off with us at our ice and water play tent!
