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Highlands Elementary School accepting first grade applications for 2026-27 school year

By Emily Lincke

Through Jan. 16, parents living outside of New Caney ISD’s Highlands Elementary School boundaries can still apply for their child to attend first grade at the campus in the 2026-27 school year.

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