Dear Highland County Public Schools Community,
Highland County Public Schools is currently seeking feedback on the policies under review from the November 2024 School Board Meeting. To access the policies under review, please visit the "Items Under Review" folder on the HCPS Website.
We encourage you to carefully review the policies and provide your feedback based on your expertise and experience. Feedback may be left at HCPS@highland.k12.va.us.
Thank you in advance for your valuable feedback and ongoing support in making Highland County Public Schools a thriving educational community.
https://www.highland.k12.va.us/documents/district/items-under-review/374232
📢 Important Update for Students and Families 📢
Starting Monday, November 18th, student access to cell phones and personal devices will be restricted from bell-to-bell 📵. This means:
🕗 From the first bell at 8:15 AM (start of the instructional day)
🕒 Until the dismissal bell at 3:15 PM (end of the instructional day).
This includes 📚 recess, second chance breakfast, lunch, passing time, and all school activities held during the instructional day.
What this means:
➡️ If students bring a cell phone or device to school, it must be turned off and stored during the bell-to-bell instructional hours.
Student choices for their devices:
1️⃣ Leave them at home 🏠.
2️⃣ Turn them off and store them in a locker or vehicle 🔒🚗.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we prioritize learning and minimize distractions! 🎓✨
🏐🎗️ Volleyball Pink Out Night! 🎗️🏐
Join us Friday, November 22, 2024, at 6:30 PM in the high school gym!
Free-will donations accepted—every dollar goes to support local families fighting cancer through the Highland County Public Welfare Cancer Assistance Fund. 🌸💪
Today, Kindergarten celebrated the 50th day of school with a fun-filled Nifty 50 party! 🎉✨
📲 Stay connected with HCPS on the go! Download our app today to keep up with all the latest updates, events, and announcements. Don’t miss a thing—HCPS at your fingertips! 🔔📚
🏐🎗️ Volleyball Pink Out Night! 🎗️🏐
Join us Friday, November 22, 2024, at 6:30 PM in the high school gym!
Free-will donations accepted—every dollar goes to support local families fighting cancer through the Highland County Public Welfare Cancer Assistance Fund. 🌸💪
Today, we gathered to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. A special thank you to our guest speaker, Captain Mackenzie, for sharing inspiring words with our students and community. We are forever grateful for the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of our veterans. ❤️💙 Happy Veteran's Day!
Canoe adventure teaches sixth graders about watershed health
WMRA | By Randi B. Hagi
Published November 7, 2024 at 6:08 PM EST
https://www.wmra.org/2024-11-07/canoe-adventure-teaches-sixth-graders-about-watershed-health
Highland County School Board Meeting
Thursday, November 14, 2024 · 7:00pm
Highland High School Library
To join by Google Meet video: meet.google.com/rfi-xizx-mig
To join by phone: (US) +1 636-492-2441
PIN: 205 757 029#
Public Packet: https://5il.co/30sue
Join us in honoring our veterans on Monday, November 11th! Let's come together to say thank you for their service and sacrifices. ❤️🤍💙
🍽️ Breakfast for Veterans: 8:30am
🎉 Program: 9:15am
📍 Location: HES Gym
We hope to see you there as we recognize and celebrate our heroes! 🙌✨
🌸🌿🎄 Reminder: Sophomore Poinsettia Fundraiser Orders Due Soon! 🎄🌿🌸
Don't miss out on these beautiful poinsettias in Red, Pink, White, or Marble! 🌺 Perfect for holiday decorating and supporting our sophomore class!
6.5" pot – $12
7.5" pot – $18
8.5" pot – $24
🗓️ Orders and payments are due by November 14th
📦 Delivery will be between November 22nd and December 14th
To place your order, contact any sophomore or email the class sponsors. Thank you for supporting our students! 🎁✨
🚣♂️ Yesterday, our 6th graders had an amazing adventure on their canoe trip! They explored the water, learned new skills, and enjoyed the great outdoors together. 🌞🛶
📣✨ Cheer & Dance begins Tuesday, 11/12/24! ✨📣
🏃♀️💪 Please make sure to arrange your sports physicals if you haven’t done so already.
📍 We’ll meet in Mrs. Ann’s room after school until 5:00 PM.
Looking for a great Christmas present? The National Honors Society is selling Shirley's Gourmet Popcorn until November 21st. There's a variety of flavors and sizes available. Delivery will be on December 12th. Contact an NHS member or Mrs. Hise (mhise@highland.k12.va.us) to get your order in on time or if you have any questions.
Join us in honoring our veterans on Monday, November 11th! Let's come together to say thank you for their service and sacrifices. ❤️🤍💙
🍽️ Breakfast for Veterans: 8:30am
🎉 Program: 9:15am
📍 Location: HES Gym
We hope to see you there as we recognize and celebrate our heroes! 🙌✨
🌟 Join Us to Make a Difference!
What: Highland Elementary Family Teacher Partnership Meeting
When: November 12, 2024, at 7:00 PM
Where: Highland Elementary Library
Be part of our partnership as we focus on enhancing your child's education, supporting teachers, and planning exciting school events. Together, we can create a positive impact!
Don’t miss out—let's build a brighter future for our students! 💪📚✨
The School Board will be meeting with the Comprehensive Planning Committee to begin working on our 5-year comprehensive plan. They will meet on Wednesday, October 30, at 6:30 in the HHS library.
🍳🥞 The culinary class has been cooking up some amazing breakfasts these past few weeks! From fried eggs and omelets to quiche, waffles, and breakfast casseroles—these talented students have done it all! 🎉 Today, they topped it off with delicious strawberry and whipped cream crepes 🍓🍰. As one student put it: "Best breakfast ever!" 👏 Great job, Jordan, Wyatt, Jade, Zach, and Hunter! 🌟
We have been informed by the Highland County Sheriff’s Office that, due to repairs on the downed power line, we will be without power until the repairs are completed.
Due to a downed power line in Monterey, the school is currently experiencing power and internet issues; however, all major functions remain operational.