Highland School District

Please note the following important dates! 10/17 Parent-Teacher conferences *regular school day 4-7pm 10/18 Fall Break - NO SCHOOL 10/21 Fall Break - NO SCHOOL *Certified staff report for professional development 8am - 3pm

The Scholastic Book Fair is coming next week to HMS! Click the link below to view details about the fair. You can also set up an E-WALLET to help your student make easy purchases. https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/highlandmiddleschool2

We wanted to alert our families that you may see an increased law enforcement/emergency vehicle presence at some of our campuses tomorrow. Local emergency personnel and law enforcement officers are participating in Patriot Day activities across the district. As always, we appreciate those who serve and protect our students and staff daily!

There will be a junior class parent meeting on Thursday, September 5, at 5:30 pm in the HHS Cafe. Please make plans to attend!

23/24 Rebel Yearbooks are in! They will be distributed to campuses soon - please allow a few days for this process! A limited amount of yearbooks are still available at the high school. They can be purchased for $60. Pre-ordering for the 24/25 yearbook is happening now. Go to jostens.com for a special back-to-school offer!

Welcome back, Rebels! Here is some important info for the first week of school- PRESCHOOL Open: 7 am - 4:30 pm ABC Hours: 8 am - 3 pm CES Start time: 8:05 am Car rider dismissal: 2:45 pm Activity bus dismissal: 2:50 pm Bus rider dismissal: 3:15 pm *Kindergarten start date: 8/14 HMS Start time: 7:50 am (first bell @ 7:45) Bus rider dismissal: 3:10 pm Car rider dismissal: After the buses leave campus HHS Start time: 7:50 am (first bell @ 7:45) Bus rider dismissal: 3:10 pm Car rider dismissal: After the buses leave campus - Please be mindful of heavier traffic on the highways and around our campuses; drive safe - Dismissal times may vary a little while we transition back to school; please be patient as we get back into our school routines Here's to a great year! #ALLIN

We're excited to kick off the 2024-2025 school year! Here are some important upcoming dates- August 3 6-8 PM Backpack Block Party, free family event sponsored by Highland Assembly 33 Meadowbrook Drive - Highland August 8 Open House Pre-K / CES 4 - 6 pm HMS 4:30 - 6:30 pm HHS 5-7 pm August 12 First Day of School, Grades 1-12 August 14 First Day of School, Kindergarten

The Sharp County Health Department is hosting a vaccine clinic on Tuesday, July 30, from 9:30 am - 6:00 pm. Walk-ins are welcome, or you may call to schedule an appointment 870-994-7364 Not sure if your child is up to date on their shots? Call the health department with questions! Sharp County Health Department 724 Ash Flat Drive Ash Flat, AR 72513

Student schedules are complete and may be picked up during the following dates and times. Mrs. Gotte, HMS Counselor, will be available during the following dates/times to review schedule choices for the 24/25 school year with students and families. Any changes that need to be made can be done at this time! Grades 5 & 7 July 23 11:00 - 5:00 Grades 6 & 8 July 25 11:00 - 5:00 - This is NOT mandatory! - There is another opportunity to receive and update your schedule before the start of school during Open House (more info to follow on the date/time of this event). - This is to pick up schedules and make changes ONLY. An opportunity to tour the school will be available during the open house.

It might just be the end of June, but we are planning ahead for the 24/25 school year! We would love to have our new kindergarteners on campus next week for a MEET & GREET! During this DROP-IN event, you can get to know your new teacher and meet some of your classmates! Tuesday, July 2 9:00 am - 11:00 am, at Cherokee Elementary School Not registered your student yet? No problem - you can register on-site!

Don't forget through June, our district food truck will be making rounds to feed kids! ALL children between 0 and 18 qualify for free meals through the Seamless Summer program. Bring your children, and come see us at the following locations from 11-12 daily: Mondays Ash Flat, J & M Estates Park area Tuesdays (NEW location) Cherokee Village Thunderbird Marina Wednesdays Hardy (intersection @ stop light) Mongolian Grill parking lot Thursdays Williford Library All children will be given a boxed lunch and prepackaged breakfast for the next day!

National Beta is proud to announce Highland School District as a 2023-2024 National District of Distinction. This award is given to those deserving districts who offer National Beta in all schools in their district, and who induct qualifying students in all eligible grades (4‐12). Highland is one of only 64 districts to receive this award nationwide. We are very proud to receive this distinction. It speaks highly of our commitment to excellence, leadership development, and service involvement and illustrates our dedication to preparing students for college and career readiness. Our district understands the importance of these qualities and exemplifies the Beta motto, Let Us Lead by Serving Others. We are #rebelproud

Highland Families- With the threat of severe weather early this evening, the Highland School District will end Parent-Teacher Conferences at 6:00 p.m. We are sorry for the inconvenience, but want to keep you and our staff safe during this weather threat. If you are unable to attend conferences before 6:00, please call your child’s school building to set up a conference with their teacher for a later date/time. Thank you, and stay safe REBELS! CES: 870-257-3118 HMS: 870-856-3284 HHS: 870-856-3273

CLASS OF 2024: Important Dates https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-AMWcv2OpDqiu3KFHNoqqotcTyTDYXFFrechiuUxG_s/edit?usp=sharing

There's lots of information in the February newsletter! Click the link below to read about: - Our snow makeup days - Spring sports schedules - ATLAS testing information & dates - And find a survey in Superintendent Lewis' message about the 24/25 school calendar https://www.smore.com/1gfnz

Our Highland School District app keeps getting better and better! If you haven't signed up for Rooms, you should have received another invite via text today for phone number login! After you sign up, don't forget to download the app and click Rooms in the bottom right-hand corner to communicate with your child's teacher! Download for Android https://bit.ly/3X2wESI Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3GxOs1h

We are excited to announce that we WILL be back in session tomorrow. We’re eager to see you, Rebels!

The safety of our staff and students is our top priority, and we will always err on the side of caution when making decisions. Unfortunately, there are still many areas within Cherokee Village and other rural roads that are unsafe for bus travel. Therefore, the Highland School District will be closed on Wednesday, January 24, 2024.

Although road conditions have improved greatly within our district, there are still many areas within Cherokee Village and other rural roads that are unsafe for bus travel. Therefore, the Highland School District will be closed on Tuesday, January 23, 2024.

Due to the condition of some rural roads and the forecast for more winter weather tomorrow morning, the Highland School District will be closed on Monday, January 22, 2024. Thank you!