Regional Baseball Game vs. Giles County has been postponed to Friday, May 30 @ 5 PM

Support HES with Kroger Community Rewards! π«π
It's easy to give back to our school while you shop!
π How to Enroll:
1οΈβ£ Sign into your Kroger Plus account at kroger.com/account/communityrewards
2οΈβ£ Enter our schoolβs code: HV521
3οΈβ£ 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! πβ¨ #HESCommunity #KrogerRewards #SupportOurSchool

π£ PEATC In-Person Events β Mark Your Calendars!
β¨ Parent Institute
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July 14β15, 2025
π Glen Allen, VA
Join us for this empowering event designed to help parents navigate the special education process. Gain valuable resources, connect with other families, and build your confidence.
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Complimentary hotel stay + meals included
π« Adults only (no childcare provided)
π Register here: https://peatc.org/event/parent-institute-2025/
β¨ Parents as Collaborative Leaders (PACL)
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July 21β23, 2025
π Glen Allen, VA
Take your advocacy to the next level! This program offers a deeper understanding of the IEP process and helps build leadership skills to effectively partner in your childβs education.
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Complimentary hotel stay + meals included
π« Adults only (no childcare provided)
π Register here: https://peatc.org/event/parents-as-collaborative-leaders-pacl-2025/
π Spots are limited for both events, so apply early!
β¨ Parent Youth Empowerment (PYE) Summit
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September 6, 2025
π Great Wolf Lodge, Williamsburg, VA
A dynamic day for families with high schoolers who have IEPs! Build skills, connect with others, and empower your family's journey.
π Registration opens July 7 for first-time attendees
π More details here: https://peatc.org/event/parent-youth-empowerment-pye-summit-2025/
π Visit the HCPS Special Education page for more resources:
π https://www.highland.k12.va.us/page/special-education


π Our 5th graders lit up the classroom with a Glow Day to review for their Math test and have some fun while learning! They're focused, prepared, and ready to shine on tomorrowβs test! β¨ππ





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Mark Your Calendars!
Join us as we honor and celebrate our graduates at this yearβs Baccalaureate Service on June 11th at 6:00pm at the Highland Baptist Church.
Letβs come together in faith and fellowship to recognize their hard work and bright futures! πβ¨

State Bound!
Congratulations to Patton, Elijah, Zach, and Eli for qualifying for the State meet! The team earned Region Runner-Up titles in both the 4x100 and 4x400 relays.
Shoutout to Colleen, who also punched her ticket to States with a 4th place finish in the high jump.
Way to go, Highland athletes! πββοΈπββοΈπͺ

π’ Join Us for Our Highland Parent-Teacher Partnership Meetings! π’
All Highland County Public Schools families are invited to attend! π€π
π Meeting Dates:
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May 27
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June 24
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July 29
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August 26
π Time: 7:00 PM
π Location: HES Library
Come be a part of the conversation and support our schools! We look forward to seeing you there! π
Today, Highland County Public Schools pauses to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.
Their courage, dedication, and love for our nation will never be forgotten. On this Memorial Day, we encourage our students, families, and community to reflect on the freedoms we enjoy and the heroes who helped secure them.
Let us carry forward their legacy with gratitude and purpose.
We remember. We honor. We thank you.

What a fun day for our 1st graders! ππ Todayβs field trip to the Frontier Culture Museum in Staunton, VA was full of hands-on history and wide-eyed wonder! The kids loved exploring the old-time houses, meeting the animals, and learning how people lived long agoβwithout electricity! π²π‘
Big thanks to the amazing staff and volunteers who brought history to life, and to the teachers and chaperones who made the day so special. Definitely a trip to remember! π‘πΎ





Our kindergarten students had a wild adventure yesterday during their visit to the safari park! πΎ From spotting exotic animals to learning about wildlife habitats, it was a day full of fun, exploration, and unforgettable memories. π¦π¦π #KindergartenAdventures #SafariParkFun #LearningBeyondTheClassroom

πβΎοΈ Pioneer District Tournament Championship Game!
Follow us to Narrows High School and support the Highland Rams as they take on Narrows in the Pioneer District Baseball Tournament Championship!
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Thursday, May 21
π 5:00 PM
π 1 Green Wave Ln, Narrows, VA 24124
Letβs pack the stands and cheer on our team as they play for the title! πͺππ₯

β¨ Prom 2025 was a night to remember!
Thank you to everyone who helped make Saturday such a special evening for our students. From the stunning outfits to the incredible decorations and dancing, it was truly unforgettable! ππΊ
Check out some highlights from the night! πΈ





βΎ Join us this evening,Tuesday, May 20 at 5:00 PM as the Highland Rams take on the Bath Chargers in a District Baseball Tournament! βΎ
π΅ Admission is $8.00 for everyone. There will be no student pricingβall attendees, regardless of age or affiliation, must pay full admission as required by tournament regulations.

βΎ Join us on Tuesday, May 20 at 5:00 PM as Highland takes the field in the District Baseball Tournament! βΎ
π΅ Admission is $8.00 for everyone.
There will be no student pricingβall attendees, regardless of age or affiliation, must pay full admission as required by tournament regulations.

We had an incredible time celebrating with our students at After Prom! From games and prizes to food and fun, it was a safe, memorable night full of laughter and joy.
A HUGE thank you to our amazing sponsors β this night would not have been possible without your generous support. Your commitment to our students and community means the world to us. π
Your donations helped create a fun and safe environment where our students could celebrate responsibly. From all of us β parents, students, and staff β THANK YOU for making After Prom 2025 a success! π










π£π¨βπ§βπ¦ Highland County Father-Child Fishing Event ππ²
Join us for a FREE weekend of fun and memory-making at Hiner Town Trout Fishing!
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Saturday, May 17th | 8 AM β 7 PM
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Sunday, May 18th | 1 PM β 4 PM
π Sponsored by Highland DSS, FAPT, and CPMT.
π For questions, call Highland DSS at 540-468-2199
πͺ£ Donβt forget your fishing gear and come enjoy some quality time by the water!

Another great season of softball in the books β finishing 8-3! Unfortunately, it was cut a bit short due to rain and some scheduling challenges. These girls worked incredibly hard all season. With no seniors on the roster, the future is looking bright for Highland Softball!



Huge shoutout to the Highland Rams baseball team!
They finished 2nd in the Pioneer District regular seasonβthe first time Highland has placed in the top two in 25 years!
With a high school enrollment of just 36 students, and the next smallest school having more than three times that number, being competitive in a sport that requires 9 players on the field is no small feat. This season is a true testament to the heart, talent, and determination of this incredible group of boys. Way to go, Rams!

π§Έβ¨ FREE Preschool Developmental Screening β¨π§Έ
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TOMORROW, May 15, 2025 β° 4-7 PM
πΆ Ages Birth to 5 Years
π‘ Highland Residents Only
π« No Appointment Needed!
π Have questions? Call (540) 468-6308
π©Ίππππ§ Screening Includes:
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Vision
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Hearing
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Language
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Motor Skills
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Cognitive Development
Give your little one the best start! ππ£

π² Stay connected with HCPS on the go! Download our app today to keep up with all the latest updates, events, and announcements. Donβt miss a thingβHCPS at your fingertips! ππ

