Highland County Public Schools

📢 We need your help! 🍁🥞 Maple Festival is less than a week away, and we still need some help filling spots. If you or someone you know could help, please let Mrs. Hise know by emailing mhise@highland.k12.va.us. Here's what is still open: Saturday 3/9 Floor Position (1:45 - 5:00) Floor Position (1:45 - 5:00) Drinks (1:45 - 5:00) Drinks (1:45 - 5:00) Sunday 3/10 Dishroom (7:30 - 11:00) Serving Line (10:45 - 2:00) Staff/Co-captain (1:45 - 5:00) Floor Position (1:45 - 5:00) Floor Position (1:45 - 5:00) Dishroom (1:45 - 5:00) Runner/Warmer (1:45 - 5:00) Saturday 3/16 Staff/Co-captain (7:30 - 11:00) Floor Position (7:30 - 11:00) Floor Position (7:30 - 11:00) Dishroom (7:30 - 11:00) Staff/Co-captain (10:45 - 2:00) Floor Position (10:45 - 2:00) Dishroom (10:45 - 2:00) Cashier (staff only) (10:45 - 2:00) Staff/Co-captain (1:45 - 5:00) Floor Position (1:45 - 5:00) Floor Position (1:45 - 5:00) Dishroom (1:45 - 5:00) Dishroom (1:45 - 5:00) Pots/Pans (1:45 - 5:00) Serving Line (1:45 - 5:00) Runner/Warmer (1:45 - 5:00) Sunday 3/17 Runner/Warmer (7:30 - 11:00) Staff/Co-captain (10:45 - 2:00) Floor Position (10:45 - 2:00) Dishroom (10:45 - 2:00) Pots/Pans (10:45 - 2:00) Cashier (staff only) (10:45 - 2:00) Pancakes (10:45 - 2:00) Staff/Co-captain (1:45 - 5:00) Floor Position (1:45 - 5:00) Floor Position (1:45 - 5:00) Floor Position (1:45 - 5:00) Dishroom (1:45 - 5:00) Dishroom (1:45 - 5:00) Pots/Pans (1:45 - 5:00)

🎉🎂 Happy birthday, Dr. Seuss! 🎉🎈 Thank you for inspiring generations with your whimsical stories and unforgettable characters. Your imagination continues to spark joy and ignite a love for reading in children everywhere. Cheers to the man who taught us that "you can find magic wherever you look, sit back and relax, all you need is a book!" 📚🌟

🌳🍁 Kindergarten & 1st grade fun! We tapped a Maple tree at Highland Elementary School and visited Mill Gap Farm & Tonollaway to learn all about making maple syrup! 🍁🥞

Today was Wade's last day at Highland Elementary School. We're really going to miss him! Wade has made a positive impact on the school, and we're grateful for the time we've had with him. Let's send Wade off with warm wishes and remember the good times we've had together.

We still have some open slots for volunteering in our Cafeteria during the Maple Festival. If you're interested, you can check out the open slots by clicking the link. And don't forget to give us a call at (540) 468-6360 to sign up! We really appreciate your support. Thank you so much! 🍁🥞 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BnSFnNt27tR3H-Hyp2Hzo4LjbNB3XeKqSeDxhJ2uNc4/view

Highland County School Board Emergency Closed Session Meeting Thursday, February 29, 2024 - 2:00pm Highland High School Library Agenda: https://5il.co/2fps6

🌷🌼 The HHS Freshman Class is hosting a spring fundraiser, and they're selling beautiful hanging baskets for just $21.00 each! 🎉🌸 Orders are due by April 10th, and delivery is expected around the end of April or beginning of May. To place your order, reach out to any HHS Freshman or contact Miss Botkin at mbotkin@highland.k12.va.us. Support the freshmen and add some floral charm to your space! 🌺🌿

Hey everyone! 🌟 We have an important request for our amazing community! Our beloved Maple Festival Breakfast is coming up, and it's the only fundraiser Highland Elementary relies on for our students. 🍁🥞 The funds raised go towards school supplies, field trips, and rewards for our students. But here's the thing: we need your help to make this event a success! 🙏 If you're available and willing to lend a hand, please check out the schedule below. You'll find all the available time slots and positions on the spreadsheet. Once you've decided, reach out to the elementary school office and chat with Mrs. Chandler at 540-468-6360 or email Mrs. Cabral at ncabral@highland.k12.va.us to secure your preferred time and position. Your support means the world to us! Let's make this event unforgettable! 🎉✨ Link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/131PTlJPnAJE7KwuljKfAMuLPX5A7J5BR/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=102545261193888070105&rtpof=true&sd=true

Update: As of 2/21/24 everything has been claimed. Thank you! Hey, Class of 2001 - 2009! We came across a few VHS tapes and DVDs of Class Day and Graduation. If you are interested in a FREE copy please reach out to Mrs. Sweeney at ksweeney@highland.k12.va.us. These copies will only be available until after the Maple Festival so claim yours now. 💿🎓 Inventory: 2 Class of 2001 VHS 4 Class of 2004 VHS 7 Class of 2006 DVD 5 Class of 2007 DVD 2 Class of 2008 DVD 1 Class of 2009 DVD

HCPS would like to give a huge shoutout and thank you to the National Wild Turkey Federation for hosting an incredible event and fundraiser for our FFA! It was such an amazing experience and we're grateful for their support. 🦃🙌 #CommunitySupport

We are hiring for the positions of Elementary Secretary, Special Education Aide, Special Education Teacher, Substitute Bus Drivers and a Strength and Conditioning Coach. Applications are now being accepted. If you're interested, you can apply now by visiting: (https://www.highland.k12.va.us/page/current-job-openings).

Highland County Public Schools is currently looking for substitute bus drivers. The job involves safely driving a school bus on scheduled routes and trips for approved activities. HCPS will cover all the fees needed to obtain a valid CDL Class B license with School Bus endorsements, as well as CPR/First Aid certification. Call (540) 468-6300 or email Tabitha at tulmer@highland.k12.va.us for more information.

📣 SAVE THE DATE! Join us at the FREE Preschool Developmental Screening on May 16, 2024, from 4:00 - 7:00pm at Highland Elementary School! No appointment necessary. This event is for Highland Residents aged birth to 5 years old. We'll be covering vision, hearing, language, motor skills, and cognitive development. Plus, you can pick up a Head Start application for the 24-25 school year at the event. For questions, call (540) 468-6360.

We are hiring for the positions of Elementary Secretary, Special Education Aide, and a Strength and Conditioning Coach. Applications are now being accepted. If you're interested, you can apply now by visiting: (https://www.highland.k12.va.us/page/current-job-openings).

Yesterday was such a special day at school! It was not only the 100th day of school, but it was also Valentine's Day! 💯❤️ We had a blast celebrating both occasions in kindergarten. Check out this adorable picture of our kindergarteners dressed up as 100-year-olds! They looked absolutely precious! 😍👵🧓

Let's give a big shoutout to Deputy McGuire, our amazing School Resource Officer, on this special day. Deputy McGuire plays a crucial role in keeping our school safe and supporting our students. Join us in showing our gratitude for her hard work and dedication. Thank you, Deputy McGuire, happy SRO appreciation Day! 🙌👮‍♀️👮‍♂️ #SROAppreciationDay

Highland County Public Schools is currently hiring a strength and conditioning coach. If you're interested or know someone who might be a good fit, encourage them to apply now at https://www.highland.k12.va.us/page/current-job-openings. It's an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the athletic programs at HCPS. Feel free to share this post with your friends and help spread the word! 🏋️‍♀️💪

Update: OWNER FOUND! Thanks all who shared. We found a set of earpods in the bleachers after the Maple Queen Pageant on Saturday, February 10. If you or someone you know lost them, please reach out to us so we can reunite you with your earpods.

Highland County Public Schools recognizes Tabitha Ulmer for her service as our School Board Clerk. Her time, effort, and dedication to our schools, staff, and students is greatly appreciated.

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, we’d like to remind you that everyone deserves a safe and healthy relationship. If you or someone you know has a question about a relationship, healthy or unhealthy, visit loveisrespect.org or text “loveis” to 22522. Remember, love has many definitions, but abuse isn’t one of them.