🏫🎉Mrs. Hise and the National Honor Society (NHS) have put together some fantastic prizes to reward our students for strong attendance and academic success!
These prizes are proudly displayed in the HHS showcase to motivate and encourage students to attend school regularly and strive for excellence. 🌟📚
These prizes are proudly displayed in the HHS showcase to motivate and encourage students to attend school regularly and strive for excellence. 🌟📚
It’s Virginia School Principals Appreciation Week, and here in Highland County we’re celebrating something extra special — The Tims!
That’s right, we are fortunate to have not one, but two outstanding principals, named Tim.
Tim Johnson and Tim Good, thank you for your leadership, dedication, and the countless hours you invest in supporting our students, staff, and families. You tackle every challenge with professionalism, care, and a genuine heart for kids. Your commitment to our school community does not go unnoticed.
We are incredibly lucky to have The Tims at the helm, and we are grateful for everything you do each day to make Highland County Schools a great place to learn and grow.
Please join us in showing some love and appreciation for Tim Johnson and Tim Good this week! 👏🍎📚
Learn more about this statewide recognition here:
https://www.governor.virginia.gov/newsroom/proclamations/proclamation-list/virginia-school-principals-appreciation-week-3.html
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and our Floral Design students are excited to offer Valentine’s Day flower arrangements for purchase!
We currently have three beautiful designs available, perfect for a spouse, child, friend, or even yourself. In addition, we are happy to create custom arrangements—just let us know what you have in mind. Custom orders must be placed by January 27 to ensure availability.
🌸 Order using the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdUWXucRiBvZa0hFeSzGbNczf4vLunG79WHnZDrv9hvgqiPpA/viewform?usp=header
Thank you for supporting our students and helping make Valentine’s Day extra special with flowers!
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Mrs. Neil at jcneil@highland.k12.va.us.
We currently have three beautiful designs available, perfect for a spouse, child, friend, or even yourself. In addition, we are happy to create custom arrangements—just let us know what you have in mind. Custom orders must be placed by January 27 to ensure availability.
🌸 Order using the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdUWXucRiBvZa0hFeSzGbNczf4vLunG79WHnZDrv9hvgqiPpA/viewform?usp=header
Thank you for supporting our students and helping make Valentine’s Day extra special with flowers!
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Mrs. Neil at jcneil@highland.k12.va.us.
Today is National Fourth Grade Day! 🎉📚
This special day honors the hard work, creativity, and growth of our 9–10-year-old students as they master new skills while still holding on to their wonderful imaginations. ✏️✨
We are excited to celebrate our fantastic, creative fourth graders and all the effort they bring to the classroom each day. We are so proud of you! 💙⭐
This special day honors the hard work, creativity, and growth of our 9–10-year-old students as they master new skills while still holding on to their wonderful imaginations. ✏️✨
We are excited to celebrate our fantastic, creative fourth graders and all the effort they bring to the classroom each day. We are so proud of you! 💙⭐
📅 Tomorrow, Monday, January 12, 2026
⏰ 9:15–10:15 a.m.
👶 Preschool families will meet in the HES Preschool classroom tomorrow at 9:15am for a fun activity with your preschooler, then join Mrs. Call for practical budgeting tips and helpful financial resources as we plan for 2026.
🎁 All participating families will receive a FREE budgeting planner!
We look forward to supporting our Preschool families with useful tools and resources for the year ahead.
Highland County School Board Meeting
Thursday, January 15, 2026 · 6:00pm
Highland High School Library
Public Packet: https://aptg.co/nP-tm2
To join by Google Meet video: https://meet.google.com/adr-rjcm-cnv
To join by phone: (US) +1 650-457-1294
PIN: 658 736 179#
Thursday, January 15, 2026 · 6:00pm
Highland High School Library
Public Packet: https://aptg.co/nP-tm2
To join by Google Meet video: https://meet.google.com/adr-rjcm-cnv
To join by phone: (US) +1 650-457-1294
PIN: 658 736 179#
Cake making in Culinary Arts was in full swing. 🎂👩🍳 From baking the cakes to preparing buttercream frosting, crumb coating, icing, and piping, students experienced the entire process from start to finish. These first attempts turned out great, and we are proud of their hard work and creativity. 🎉🍰
✨📚 Start the new year with a great book! The 4th grade class at HES is inviting students, families, and community members to read along with us this month as we enjoy Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing 📖
This fun and relatable story is perfect for readers of all ages, and we’d love to hear what you think!
💬 Join the conversation: Tell us your favorite part of the book in the comments below.
Let’s kick off the year by reading together! 📘
This fun and relatable story is perfect for readers of all ages, and we’d love to hear what you think!
💬 Join the conversation: Tell us your favorite part of the book in the comments below.
Let’s kick off the year by reading together! 📘
Head Start is excited to offer the Conscious Discipline 7-Week Parent Program, available exclusively for Preschool families. This meaningful program is designed to support parents as we work together to build lifelong social-emotional skills in our children.
📅 Begins Wednesday, January 28
💻 Offered online via Zoom
Each week, families will explore one skill and one power of Conscious Discipline, focusing on topics such as composure, empathy, encouragement, choices, and positive intent. These skills help children learn emotional regulation, responsibility, kindness, and problem-solving—skills they will carry with them for life.
🧠 This is an “adult-first” model, reminding us that we cannot teach skills we do not practice ourselves.
🎒 Families who attend will receive Conscious Discipline resources each week to use at home.
While attending all sessions is encouraged, families are welcome to join any sessions that fit their schedules.
We invite our Preschool families to take this journey with us as we explore a positive, supportive approach to discipline and connection.
📅 Begins Wednesday, January 28
💻 Offered online via Zoom
Each week, families will explore one skill and one power of Conscious Discipline, focusing on topics such as composure, empathy, encouragement, choices, and positive intent. These skills help children learn emotional regulation, responsibility, kindness, and problem-solving—skills they will carry with them for life.
🧠 This is an “adult-first” model, reminding us that we cannot teach skills we do not practice ourselves.
🎒 Families who attend will receive Conscious Discipline resources each week to use at home.
While attending all sessions is encouraged, families are welcome to join any sessions that fit their schedules.
We invite our Preschool families to take this journey with us as we explore a positive, supportive approach to discipline and connection.
🍿🥤The Student Council Association is looking for students to help out with concessions at upcoming basketball games! It’s an easy way to get involved, support your school, and earn some great perks 🙌
All SCA representatives are required to work one shift, but we have plenty of spots open for anyone who wants to help!
👉 Scan the QR code on the flyer or sign up here: http://bit.ly/44R12Ww
Let’s show our school spirit—sign up today! 💙🏀
All SCA representatives are required to work one shift, but we have plenty of spots open for anyone who wants to help!
👉 Scan the QR code on the flyer or sign up here: http://bit.ly/44R12Ww
Let’s show our school spirit—sign up today! 💙🏀
📣 Applications Closing Soon!
Don’t miss this opportunity to apply for the Youth & Family Summit! Applications close Sunday, January 11, 2026.
✨ Who can apply?
Youth with disabilities ages 14–18, along with their family (at least one adult).
📝 Application Note:
Family members and/or teachers may assist youth with the application, but we want to hear the responses directly from the youth.
📍 Event Details:
📅 When: June 9–11, 2026
📍 Where: James Madison University
📚 What: Separate educational sessions designed specifically for youth and for families
👉 Apply now and learn more: https://www.imdetermined.org/event/2026-youth-family-summit/
This is a great opportunity to learn, connect, and grow. Don’t wait to apply!
Don’t miss this opportunity to apply for the Youth & Family Summit! Applications close Sunday, January 11, 2026.
✨ Who can apply?
Youth with disabilities ages 14–18, along with their family (at least one adult).
📝 Application Note:
Family members and/or teachers may assist youth with the application, but we want to hear the responses directly from the youth.
📍 Event Details:
📅 When: June 9–11, 2026
📍 Where: James Madison University
📚 What: Separate educational sessions designed specifically for youth and for families
👉 Apply now and learn more: https://www.imdetermined.org/event/2026-youth-family-summit/
This is a great opportunity to learn, connect, and grow. Don’t wait to apply!
📣 Be Loud. Make Us Proud! 💙🏀
We expect the very best from our players—and we expect the same from our fans! Let’s show our support the right way by promoting positivity, good sportsmanship, and respect at every game.
Be loud. Make us proud. And remember to #BenchBadBehavior.
Together, we can help keep high school sports a fun and positive experience for everyone.
Learn more at BenchBadBehavior.com.
We expect the very best from our players—and we expect the same from our fans! Let’s show our support the right way by promoting positivity, good sportsmanship, and respect at every game.
Be loud. Make us proud. And remember to #BenchBadBehavior.
Together, we can help keep high school sports a fun and positive experience for everyone.
Learn more at BenchBadBehavior.com.
📊💰 Budgeting & Financial Literacy Basics — Preschool Families
This workshop is exclusively for Preschool families, and we invite you to join us for an engaging session on Budgeting and Financial Literacy Basics!
📅 Monday, January 12, 2026
⏰ 9:15–10:15 a.m.
👶 Preschool families will meet in the HES Preschool classroom at 9:15 for a fun activity with your preschooler, then join Mrs. Call for practical budgeting tips and helpful financial resources as we plan for 2026.
🎁 All participating families will receive a FREE budgeting planner!
We look forward to supporting our Preschool families with useful tools and resources for the year ahead.
This workshop is exclusively for Preschool families, and we invite you to join us for an engaging session on Budgeting and Financial Literacy Basics!
📅 Monday, January 12, 2026
⏰ 9:15–10:15 a.m.
👶 Preschool families will meet in the HES Preschool classroom at 9:15 for a fun activity with your preschooler, then join Mrs. Call for practical budgeting tips and helpful financial resources as we plan for 2026.
🎁 All participating families will receive a FREE budgeting planner!
We look forward to supporting our Preschool families with useful tools and resources for the year ahead.
Looks like someone found a new way to accessorize in the Ag Classroom… 🐍
This brave student wore a live snake around her neck and rocked it like the ultimate scarf! 😄
Learning about animals has never been so stylish or adventurous!
This brave student wore a live snake around her neck and rocked it like the ultimate scarf! 😄
Learning about animals has never been so stylish or adventurous!
The 6–12th grade students celebrated the beginning of winter break by learning about how different cultures and countries around the world observe and celebrate the winter season! ❄️🌍✨
Through interactive lessons, discussions, and activities, students explored a variety of traditions, holidays, and customs practiced during winter break , making the experience both educational and exciting. 🎎🎄🕎
This cultural exploration encouraged curiosity and global awareness, allowing students to make meaningful connections beyond their own experiences. Many students expressed enthusiasm and enjoyment as they discovered new traditions, highlighting how the celebration was not only festive 🎉❄️ but also a valuable and engaging learning opportunity.
Through interactive lessons, discussions, and activities, students explored a variety of traditions, holidays, and customs practiced during winter break , making the experience both educational and exciting. 🎎🎄🕎
This cultural exploration encouraged curiosity and global awareness, allowing students to make meaningful connections beyond their own experiences. Many students expressed enthusiasm and enjoyment as they discovered new traditions, highlighting how the celebration was not only festive 🎉❄️ but also a valuable and engaging learning opportunity.
🎄➡️📚 No cap, we’re bringing the school spirit tomorrow! Big smiles, big riz, zero sus. We can’t wait to see everyone back after Christmas break!
👉 Reminder: No Preschool tomorrow.
Third and fifth graders had a blast exploring optical illusions! 🖌️✨ Fifth grade focused on shading and highlights using contrasting colors, while third grade discovered how lines can give form to their paintings. Creative minds at work!
The sixth grade gifted students completed a project to "scale down" the Solar System. ☀️ First, they created a model of the sun that measured 100 cm in diameter. Next, they computed the relative size of each of the planets when compared to the scaled down sun. Finally, they converted astronomical units into scaled down distances from the sun in order to get an idea of how far each planet is from the sun. They used this data to create and display a model in the high school hallway. 🪐🌎
We are seeking your feedback on several items presented at the December 2025 School Board Meeting. Your input is vital as we plan for the 2026–2027 school year. Please take a moment to review the proposed school calendar and salary scales using the links below, and share your thoughts through the surveys or by emailing HCPS@highland.k12.va.us
📅 Proposed 2026–2027 School Calendar: https://aptg.co/1DCh6F
👉 Calendar Survey: https://forms.gle/QWznXMgwK65fKnHS7
⚖️ Proposed 2026–2027 Salary Scales: https://aptg.co/tmbp-R
👉 Salary Scale Survey: https://forms.gle/VNSr7cMGsPzVfcPf7
📄 Draft Minutes from the December 11, 2025 Meeting: https://aptg.co/Stnkmd
📅 Proposed 2026–2027 School Calendar: https://aptg.co/1DCh6F
👉 Calendar Survey: https://forms.gle/QWznXMgwK65fKnHS7
⚖️ Proposed 2026–2027 Salary Scales: https://aptg.co/tmbp-R
👉 Salary Scale Survey: https://forms.gle/VNSr7cMGsPzVfcPf7
📄 Draft Minutes from the December 11, 2025 Meeting: https://aptg.co/Stnkmd
🎆 Happy New Year! Here's to new beginnings, big goals, and lots of learning in the year ahead. We're grateful for our wonderful students and families and look forward to all that's to come!
