Highland County School Board Meeting
Thursday, December 12, 2024 · 7:00pm
Highland High School Library
To join by Google Meet video: https://meet.google.com/cqm-ztnm-skr
To join by phone: (US) +1 224-650-8441
PIN: 971 004 742#
Public Packet: https://5il.co/32jr6
Due to partially snow covered roads in the western parts of the county and cold temperatures overnight, Highland County Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Friday, December 6. Additionally, the HHS English Field Trip scheduled for tomorrow has been postponed to a later date.
Volleyball Pink Night is cancelled due to weather conditions.
Due to snow covered roads in the western parts of the county, dropping temperatures, and strong winds, Highland County Public Schools will be closed today, December 5, 2024.
🎶 Save the Date! 🎵
Join us for the HCPS Winter Concert on Wednesday, December 18th, at 6:00 PM in the High School Gym. The evening will begin with a performance by our talented elementary students, followed by the High School Band.
We can't wait to share this festive celebration of music with you! 🎄
Want to learn more about STEM? 8th and 9th grade students can apply for the BLAST program for Summer of 2025! Application opens tomorrow, December 1.
vsgc.odu.edu/blast
We wish you and your family a very Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍂
May your day be filled with love, gratitude, and cherished moments with loved ones. Thank you for being part of our Highland community!
The School Board will be meeting with the Comprehensive Planning Committee to continue working on our 5-year comprehensive plan. They will meet on Wednesday, December 4, at 6:30pm in the HHS library.
Due to the impending forecast in the western part of the county, Highland County Public Schools will be closed today, November 22.
Highland County Public Schools will be on a 2 hour delay tomorrow, November 22, 2024.
🌍 On Monday, 6th grade science students had their monthly visit from 4-H and measured the relative distance of the planets 🪐 using toilet paper 🧻 in the gym. This activity kicked off a mini-unit on what makes Earth habitable 🌟.
🏐🎗️ Volleyball Pink Out Night TOMORROW! 🎗️🏐
Join us tomorrow, November 22nd, 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. 🌸💪
On Friday, we had the pleasure of hosting a representative from the University of Northwestern Ohio 🚗⚙️. They specialize in automotive, diesel, and high-performance industries, providing exciting opportunities for students interested in these fields 🔧🚛🏎️. We're thrilled to connect our students with such valuable career pathways! 👏✨
This morning, Sheriff Kelly visited with our 8th through 11th graders to discuss exciting career opportunities in Emergency Services. He also shared information about how students can get a head start in these careers through Valley VoTech programs. We’re grateful for his time and valuable insights!
❄️ Cold Weather is Coming – Stay Informed! 🧤
As winter weather approaches, it’s important to stay up-to-date on how HCPS will handle school closings and delays. ⏰❄️
👉 Click here for all the details: https://5il.co/1m1ll
Stay safe, stay warm, and stay informed! 🚌✨
Calling all Cloverbuds (ages 5–8)! 🎉
📢 Join Us for the After-School 4-H Cloverbud Program! 🌱🐞
📅 Date: Monday, November 26th
⏰ Time: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Highland Elementary School
A huge thank you to everyone for making Literacy Month such a fantastic success and for the wonderful Batpalooza program! Your enthusiasm, participation, and dedication truly brought these events to life. We appreciate all the effort and creativity that made this month so memorable! 🦇📚✨
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. 🌸💪
