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.

π On Monday, 6th grade science students had their monthly visit from 4-H and measured the relative distance of the planets πͺ using toilet paper π§» in the gym. This activity kicked off a mini-unit on what makes Earth habitable π.
πποΈ Volleyball Pink Out Night TOMORROW! ποΈπ
Join us tomorrow, November 22nd, at 6:30 PM in the high school gym!
Free-will donations acceptedβevery dollar goes to support local families fighting cancer through the Highland County Public Welfare Cancer Assistance Fund. πΈπͺ

On Friday, we had the pleasure of hosting a representative from the University of Northwestern Ohio πβοΈ. They specialize in automotive, diesel, and high-performance industries, providing exciting opportunities for students interested in these fields π§πποΈ. We're thrilled to connect our students with such valuable career pathways! πβ¨
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. Weβre grateful for his time and valuable insights!
Calling all Cloverbuds (ages 5β8)! π
π’ Join Us for the After-School 4-H Cloverbud Program! π±π
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Date: Monday, November 26th
β° Time: 3:30 PM β 5:00 PM
π Location: Highland Elementary School

βοΈ Cold Weather is Coming β Stay Informed! π§€
As winter weather approaches, itβs important to stay up-to-date on how HCPS will handle school closings and delays. β°βοΈ
π Click here for all the details: https://5il.co/1m1ll
Stay safe, stay warm, and stay informed! πβ¨

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! π¦πβ¨


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
π’ Important Update for Students and Families π’
Starting Monday, November 18th, student access to cell phones and personal devices will be restricted from bell-to-bell π΅. This means:
π From the first bell at 8:15 AM (start of the instructional day)
π Until the dismissal bell at 3:15 PM (end of the instructional day).
This includes π recess, second chance breakfast, lunch, passing time, and all school activities held during the instructional day.
What this means:
β‘οΈ 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:
1οΈβ£ Leave them at home π .
2οΈβ£ Turn them off and store them in a locker or vehicle ππ.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we prioritize learning and minimize distractions! πβ¨

πποΈ Volleyball Pink Out Night! ποΈπ
Join us Friday, November 22, 2024, at 6:30 PM in the high school gym!
Free-will donations acceptedβevery dollar goes to support local families fighting cancer through the Highland County Public Welfare Cancer Assistance Fund. πΈπͺ

Today, Kindergarten celebrated the 50th day of school with a fun-filled Nifty 50 party! πβ¨

πποΈ Volleyball Pink Out Night! ποΈπ
Join us Friday, November 22, 2024, at 6:30 PM in the high school gym!
Free-will donations acceptedβevery dollar goes to support local families fighting cancer through the Highland County Public Welfare Cancer Assistance Fund. πΈπͺ

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

Today, we gathered to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. A special thank you to our guest speaker, Captain Mackenzie, for sharing inspiring words with our students and community. We are forever grateful for the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of our veterans. β€οΈπ Happy Veteran's Day!










Canoe adventure teaches sixth graders about watershed health
WMRA | By Randi B. Hagi
Published November 7, 2024 at 6:08 PM EST
https://www.wmra.org/2024-11-07/canoe-adventure-teaches-sixth-graders-about-watershed-health
Highland County School Board Meeting
Thursday, November 14, 2024 Β· 7:00pm
Highland High School Library
To join by Google Meet video: meet.google.com/rfi-xizx-mig
To join by phone: (US) +1 636-492-2441
PIN: βͺβͺ205 757 029β¬#
Public Packet: https://5il.co/30sue
Join us in honoring our veterans on Monday, November 11th! Let's come together to say thank you for their service and sacrifices. β€οΈπ€π
π½οΈ Breakfast for Veterans: 8:30am
π Program: 9:15am
π Location: HES Gym
We hope to see you there as we recognize and celebrate our heroes! πβ¨

πΈπΏπ Reminder: Sophomore Poinsettia Fundraiser Orders Due Soon! ππΏπΈ
Don't miss out on these beautiful poinsettias in Red, Pink, White, or Marble! πΊ Perfect for holiday decorating and supporting our sophomore class!
6.5" pot β $12
7.5" pot β $18
8.5" pot β $24
ποΈ Orders and payments are due by November 14th
π¦ Delivery will be between November 22nd and December 14th
To place your order, contact any sophomore or email the class sponsors. Thank you for supporting our students! πβ¨

