Parents of students receiving special education services — we want to hear from you!
The Virginia Department of Education is asking families to complete the Special Education Parent Involvement Survey for the 2025–2026 school year. Your feedback is important and helps guide improvements to special education programs and services.
📱 Scan the QR code in the image or
🔗 Click here to complete the survey:
https://virginiadoe.gov1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2lttr1DqNfixIH4
Parents with more than one child receiving special education services (IEP) should complete one survey per child.
Thank you for taking the time to share your voice!
The Virginia Department of Education is asking families to complete the Special Education Parent Involvement Survey for the 2025–2026 school year. Your feedback is important and helps guide improvements to special education programs and services.
📱 Scan the QR code in the image or
🔗 Click here to complete the survey:
https://virginiadoe.gov1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2lttr1DqNfixIH4
Parents with more than one child receiving special education services (IEP) should complete one survey per child.
Thank you for taking the time to share your voice!
Due to extreme cold weather and still hazardous conditions, Highland County Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
Please stay safe and warm. ❄️
🌸 🌱 Mrs. Fowler's Ecology students dissected flowers while learning about plant and animal relationships, gaining a closer look at how different parts work together in nature. A special thank-you to Brittany Gumm for generously donating the flowers to support this hands-on learning experience!
Join us in thanking Mr. Vernon and Mr. Ray for clearing the sidewalks and helping keep our campus safe and accessible! ❄️👏
We also extend our appreciation to our essential employees who come in despite the weather to ensure payroll is processed. Thank you for all you do!
We also extend our appreciation to our essential employees who come in despite the weather to ensure payroll is processed. Thank you for all you do!
Due to snow and icy road conditions, Highland County Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27. All 12-month employees will not report to work, the school building will be closed.
Please stay safe and warm, and thank you for your understanding.
📣 Highland PTO Meeting
Postponed till Thursday, January 29, 2026.
Join us for our monthly meetings on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM in the Elementary Library.
🗓 Upcoming Dates:
Jan. 29
Feb 24
Mar 24
Apr 28
Your voice matters! Come connect, share ideas, and support our students and schools. 💙💛
You may notice new trash receptacles around the playground. These additions allow for a higher volume of trash, and we have established a routine to ensure they are checked and serviced weekly. 🗑️♻️
Thank you to our community for your continued input and feedback on everything we do. We truly value your involvement and support. 💙👏
Cold, snowy day? Sounds like the perfect time for some cheer! ❄️📣
Fun, spirit, and Ram pride all in one place. Go Rams!
Fun, spirit, and Ram pride all in one place. Go Rams!
Due to winter weather conditions, Highland County Public Schools will be closed to all students and personnel tomorrow, Monday, January 26, 2026.
Please stay safe and warm! ❄️
4-H Cloverbud After School Program 🍀
📅 February 5, 2026
🕛 3:30pm - 5:30pm
👉 Ages 5-8
📍 HCPS Cafeteria
Sign up by February 2nd by calling (540) 468-2225.
📅 February 5, 2026
🕛 3:30pm - 5:30pm
👉 Ages 5-8
📍 HCPS Cafeteria
Sign up by February 2nd by calling (540) 468-2225.
We are pleased to share an excellent scholarship opportunity for graduating high school seniors! The Virginia Association of School Business Officials (VASBO) is offering three scholarships to support students pursuing higher education. One of the awards is the Edie Williams Scholarship valued at $2,000, established in honor of a past VASBO president, and the other two awards are valued at $1,500 each.
To be eligible, applicants must be the child, grandchild, stepchild, or step-grandchild of a VASBO member in good standing, with the sponsor having maintained membership for at least three consecutive years (not counting the current year). Recipients are selected based on academic achievement, character, community involvement, and career goals.
All application materials — including a personal statement (200 words or fewer), two letters of recommendation, and a current high school transcript — must be submitted online by April 1st. Scholarship recipients will be recognized at the VASBO Spring Conference and Cardinal Award Luncheon.
Learn more and apply: https://www.vasbo.org/scholarships
To be eligible, applicants must be the child, grandchild, stepchild, or step-grandchild of a VASBO member in good standing, with the sponsor having maintained membership for at least three consecutive years (not counting the current year). Recipients are selected based on academic achievement, character, community involvement, and career goals.
All application materials — including a personal statement (200 words or fewer), two letters of recommendation, and a current high school transcript — must be submitted online by April 1st. Scholarship recipients will be recognized at the VASBO Spring Conference and Cardinal Award Luncheon.
Learn more and apply: https://www.vasbo.org/scholarships
🎓 Teacher Scholarships Available 🍎
Great news for future educators! The Shenandoah Valley Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa (PDK) is offering $1,000 scholarships to support students pursuing a career in education.
📌 Who can apply?
Members of Educators Rising
Teach for Tomorrow participants
High school seniors planning to major in education
👉PDK International Scholarship:
Apply online at pdkintl.org/pdk-scholarship/
👉Shenandoah Valley Chapter Scholarship:
Print your PDK International application or complete the fillable local application
Mail a hard copy to:
Dr. Michelle Crotteau
Scholarship Chairperson
2713 Sunrise Dr.
Broadway, VA 22815
📅 Important Dates:
Application deadline: March 20
Recipients notified: Early April
Scholarship awarded: April 23
📧 Questions?
Contact Dr. Crotteau at michelle.crotteau@gmail.com
Please share with students and families who may be interested in pursuing a career in education!
Great news for future educators! The Shenandoah Valley Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa (PDK) is offering $1,000 scholarships to support students pursuing a career in education.
📌 Who can apply?
Members of Educators Rising
Teach for Tomorrow participants
High school seniors planning to major in education
👉PDK International Scholarship:
Apply online at pdkintl.org/pdk-scholarship/
👉Shenandoah Valley Chapter Scholarship:
Print your PDK International application or complete the fillable local application
Mail a hard copy to:
Dr. Michelle Crotteau
Scholarship Chairperson
2713 Sunrise Dr.
Broadway, VA 22815
📅 Important Dates:
Application deadline: March 20
Recipients notified: Early April
Scholarship awarded: April 23
📧 Questions?
Contact Dr. Crotteau at michelle.crotteau@gmail.com
Please share with students and families who may be interested in pursuing a career in education!
🎨 Looking for a unique gift or a special piece to brighten your home?
Our talented Art Club students are creating handcrafted painted glass art — each piece is one-of-a-kind and available in multiple sizes.
✨ Custom orders welcome!
🖼️ 8x10 – $30
🖼️ 11x14 – $50
Your purchase helps support our young artists and their creative projects.
📧 To place an order, email Mrs. Justine at:
👉 jdeeds@highland.k12.va.us
Our talented Art Club students are creating handcrafted painted glass art — each piece is one-of-a-kind and available in multiple sizes.
✨ Custom orders welcome!
🖼️ 8x10 – $30
🖼️ 11x14 – $50
Your purchase helps support our young artists and their creative projects.
📧 To place an order, email Mrs. Justine at:
👉 jdeeds@highland.k12.va.us
🎈First grade students have been hard at work in Mrs. Wood’s PE class, focusing on developing hand-eye coordination through fun and engaging activities. As part of the lesson, students took on a challenge and created their own Challenge Posters, proudly adding their names and recording how many times they could hit a balloon without letting it touch the floor.
Great effort by our first graders as they build skills, confidence, and a love for staying active!
Great effort by our first graders as they build skills, confidence, and a love for staying active!
🖌️🎨 Mrs. Justine's Crafts class has been exploring linocut printing and putting their creativity to work! Students sketched their own original designs, carefully carved them using linocut carving tools, and created practice prints before transferring their final designs onto canvas tote bags.
📘🎓 Celebrate your Highland County High School senior with a personal yearbook ad! This is a special way to recognize their accomplishments, memories, and journey through school.
💰 Ad Pricing:
Full Page – $125
½ Page – $75
¼ Page – $45
⚠️ Seniors only
📅 Deadline to order: February 2, 2026
🖥️ How to order:
1️⃣ Visit https://plicbooks.com/go/JJBE6Q
2️⃣ Follow the on-screen prompts to purchase your ad
3️⃣ Watch for an email with login instructions
4️⃣ Log in, design your ad, and submit
📎 Need help designing your ad?
Detailed instructions can be found here:
https://support.captura.io/en/articles/6643457
❗ All ad sales are final
📧 Questions? Contact Julie Jessee at jjessee@highland.k12.va.us
Don’t miss this opportunity to leave your senior a lasting memory in the yearbook! 🎉
💰 Ad Pricing:
Full Page – $125
½ Page – $75
¼ Page – $45
⚠️ Seniors only
📅 Deadline to order: February 2, 2026
🖥️ How to order:
1️⃣ Visit https://plicbooks.com/go/JJBE6Q
2️⃣ Follow the on-screen prompts to purchase your ad
3️⃣ Watch for an email with login instructions
4️⃣ Log in, design your ad, and submit
📎 Need help designing your ad?
Detailed instructions can be found here:
https://support.captura.io/en/articles/6643457
❗ All ad sales are final
📧 Questions? Contact Julie Jessee at jjessee@highland.k12.va.us
Don’t miss this opportunity to leave your senior a lasting memory in the yearbook! 🎉
🤝🎓 Dr. Nycum and Mrs. Obaugh represented Highland County Public Schools at the Bridgewater College job fair yesterday, connecting with future educators and sharing information about opportunities within HCPS.
We appreciate their efforts in recruiting talented professionals and promoting the great work happening in our schools!
We appreciate their efforts in recruiting talented professionals and promoting the great work happening in our schools!
The Drama Club performance of An Enemy of the People by Henrik Ibsen, which was scheduled for this evening, has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
Support HES with Kroger Community Rewards! 🏫💙
It's easy to give back to our school while you shop!
🛒 How to Enroll:
1️⃣ Sign into your Kroger Plus account at kroger.com/account/communityrewards
2️⃣ Enter our school’s code: HV521
3️⃣ Link your account and start earning rewards for HES!
Every purchase you make helps support our students and school programs. Thank you for your support! 🙌✨
#HESCommunity #KrogerRewards #SupportOurSchool
It's easy to give back to our school while you shop!
🛒 How to Enroll:
1️⃣ Sign into your Kroger Plus account at kroger.com/account/communityrewards
2️⃣ Enter our school’s code: HV521
3️⃣ Link your account and start earning rewards for HES!
Every purchase you make helps support our students and school programs. Thank you for your support! 🙌✨
#HESCommunity #KrogerRewards #SupportOurSchool
❄️ Due to weather conditions, the WVPEC Teacher Job Fair has been rescheduled!
📅 New Date: Friday, January 31, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Salem Civic Center
👩🏫 Now Hiring — 500+ Vacancies!
We are seeking:
✔️ PreK–12 teachers (all areas)
✔️ School counselors, nurses, and administrators
✔️ Licensed educators, those in the licensure process, and individuals interested in becoming licensed
🌟 Why Apply?
• Make a positive impact on a child’s life
• Opportunities across 18 public school divisions
• Full-time benefits, including health insurance and 401(k)
🔗 Learn more & preregister: WVPEC.org
📧 Questions? office@wvpec.org
We look forward to seeing you there—please help us spread the word!
📅 New Date: Friday, January 31, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Salem Civic Center
👩🏫 Now Hiring — 500+ Vacancies!
We are seeking:
✔️ PreK–12 teachers (all areas)
✔️ School counselors, nurses, and administrators
✔️ Licensed educators, those in the licensure process, and individuals interested in becoming licensed
🌟 Why Apply?
• Make a positive impact on a child’s life
• Opportunities across 18 public school divisions
• Full-time benefits, including health insurance and 401(k)
🔗 Learn more & preregister: WVPEC.org
📧 Questions? office@wvpec.org
We look forward to seeing you there—please help us spread the word!
