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Penny Wars!
August 24 – 28, 2026
📍 Where: Main Hallway at Hightower Elementary
🗓️ When: Monday, August 24 – Friday, August 28, 2026
🏆 Prize: The grade with the most points wins a special reward! The winning grade will be announced on Friday, August 28th.
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Want a Copy for Your Fridge?
Download the official printable flyer to keep track of point values and event dates at home!
How to Participate
Each grade level has their own coin jug in the main hallway. Help your grade win by strategizing your points:
- Add Positive Points to your own grade's jug by dropping in pennies and paper bills.
- Subtract Negative Points from other grades by dropping silver coins (nickels, dimes, quarters) into their jugs!
Point Values
Positive Points (Your Jug)
- 🪙 Each Penny: +1 Point
- 💵 $1 Bill: +100 Points
- 💵 $5 Bill: +500 Points
- 💵 $10 Bill: +1,000 Points
Negative Points (Other Jugs)
- 🪙 Nickel: -5 Points
- 🪙 Dime: -10 Points
- 🪙 Quarter: -25 Points
All funds raised directly support the Hightower PTA!
Questions? Contact Carrie Goldberg at penny-wars@hightowerpta.org
