
🌟 REMINDER 🌟
🎉👑 Join us for a Maple Queen Pageant interest meeting TOMORROW, Thursday, October 10 at 9:55 AM in the High School Library. 📚✨ This meeting is for ALL young women residing in Highland County who will be 15 years old by February 22, 2025. For more information or to get an application, call the Highland County Chamber of Commerce at 📞 540-468-2550 or email Madge at ✉️ events@highlandcounty.org. 🗓️ Applications close on November 19, 2024! Don’t miss out! 💖


We want to remind you that if you would like your child to be able to purchase extras at lunch or breakfast, please send money ahead of time. Please note that charging for extras will not be permitted.
Checks may be made out to Highland Elementary School.

Want to learn more about STEM? 8th and 9th grade students can apply for the BLAST program for Summer of 2025! Application opens December 1.


🎉 It's Shotober! 🎉
Highland Medical Center will be holding a vaccination clinic at school on October 16th.
Available vaccinations include Influenza, HPV, and COVID.
To participate, please follow the link below to fill out the required form. All forms are due to your child's school by October 14th. HES families, please check Friday folders for a printed copy, HHS please have your student pick up a form in the High School Office.
Don’t miss this opportunity to keep our community healthy! 🩺💉
Mark your calendars and spread the word! 📅✨
https://5il.co/2xyp6


📅 Reminder: PTO Meeting Tomorrow! 📅
This is a friendly reminder about our PTO meeting at Highland Elementary happening tomorrow, October 9th at 7 PM in the Elementary Library.
Don’t miss out—cookies and refreshments will be provided! 🍪✨ We look forward to seeing all parents, grandparents, teachers, staff, alumni, and community members there!
Your voice matters, and we can’t wait to hear from you! 💙📚


Come support your Lady Rams Volleyball Teams as they take on the Pendleton County Wildcats TODAY, Monday, October 7th. Wear your RED, WHITE, and BLUE to show your RAM PRIDE!! Middle School starts at 5:00 and JV follows. Middle School Parents Night will be held after their game.


🌟 REMINDER 🌟 The 60th Maple Queen Pageant is set for Saturday, February 22, 2025 at Highland High School! 🎉👑 Join us for an interest meeting on Thursday, October 10 at 9:55 AM in the High School Library. 📚✨ This meeting is for ALL young women residing in Highland County who will be 15 years old by February 22, 2025. For more information or to get an application, call the Highland County Chamber of Commerce at 📞 540-468-2550 or email Madge at ✉️ events@highlandcounty.org. 🗓️ Applications close on November 19, 2024! Don’t miss out! 💖


Highland County School Board Meeting
Thursday, October 10, 2024 · 7:00pm
Highland High School Library
To join by Google Meet video: https://meet.google.com/mfy-ajsx-vcd
To join by phone: (US) +1 575-395-6754
PIN: 659 814 646#
Public Packet: https://5il.co/2y9fw

🎉 It's Shotober! 🎉
Highland Medical Center will be holding a vaccination clinic at school on October 16th.
Available vaccinations include Influenza, HPV, and COVID.
To participate, please follow the link below to fill out the required form. All forms are due to your child's school by October 14th. HES families, please check Friday folders for a printed copy, HHS please have your student pick up a form in the High School Office.
Don’t miss this opportunity to keep our community healthy! 🩺💉
Mark your calendars and spread the word! 📅✨
https://5il.co/2xyp6
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📣 Join Us for the Highland Elementary PTO Meeting! 📣
We invite you to our PTO meeting on Wednesday, October 9th at 7 PM in the Elementary Library.
All parents, grandparents, teachers, staff, alumni, and community members are welcome! 🍪✨ Cookies and refreshments will be provided. Your involvement makes a difference in our school community.
We look forward to seeing you there! 💙📚


🌟 Exciting News! 🌟
The 60th Maple Queen Pageant is set for Saturday, February 22, 2025 at Highland High School! 🎉👑
Join us for an interest meeting on Thursday, October 10 at 9:55 AM in the High School Library. 📚✨ This meeting is for ALL young women residing in Highland County who will be 15 years old by February 22, 2025.
For more information or to get an application, call the Highland County Chamber of Commerce at 📞 540-468-2550 or email Madge at ✉️ events@highlandcounty.org.
🗓️ Applications close on November 19, 2024! Don’t miss out! 💖


Due to the weather, this evening's volleyball game and all after-school activities are canceled. Please stay safe!

We have successfully completed our lockdown drill today! Thank you to all staff and students for your cooperation and participation. Your commitment to safety is greatly appreciated. A huge thank you to the Highland County Sheriff’s Office for their support and participation. Together, we’re ensuring a secure environment for everyone. Great job!

🔒 Attention: Highland County Public Schools is currently conducting a lockdown drill. We will notify you once the drill has been completed. Thank you for your understanding!

📚🎉 October is Literacy Month, and we’re celebrating with our theme “Bats at the Library.” Throughout the month, students will participate in various activities, including field trips to caverns, bat programs, and science activities. Don't miss our BATAPALOOZA Family Literacy Night on October 24 from 6-8 PM, with lite snacks provided! 🦇📖✨


📣 Exciting news! The Yearbook is hosting a cover contest this year! Students in grades 6-12 at Highland High School are invited to submit their original artwork for consideration as the yearbook cover. Submissions are due by October 16th at 8:30 AM. Be sure to check the flyer for more details on requirements. We can’t wait to see your creativity! 🎨✨


Please be informed that we will conduct a lockdown drill tomorrow. This exercise is part of our ongoing commitment to ensuring the safety and preparedness of our students and staff. We appreciate your understanding and support as we prioritize the well-being of our school community.

HHS will offer both the PSAT and the SAT School Day this fall. Scan the QR code or follow this link to register. Please contact Mrs. Obaugh with any questions (mobaugh@highland.k12.va.us).


Come support your Lady Rams Volleyball Teams as they take on the Bath County Chargers Thursday, September 26th. Wear your BLUE & GOLD to show your RAM PRIDE!! JV starts at 5:30 and Varsity follows. 🏐


Want to join a field trip, enjoy lunch with a student, or assist in a classroom? Click the link to discover more about volunteering at HCPS!
https://www.highland.k12.va.us/o/hcps/page/volunteer
