Big congratulations to our high school students who competed at the State UIL Academics competition this Monday and Tuesday in Austin!
Please help us congratulate these outstanding students on their hard work and academic excellence:
- Social Studies Individual: Brodey Baxter took 7th Place.
- Social Studies Team (5th Place in State): Brodey Baxter, Carley Hughes, Nolan Blackwell, and Hayden Blackwell.
- Current Issues and Events: Brodey Baxter took 12th Place.
- Editorial Writing: Bryli Boil and Brianna Baucom did a wonderful job representing our school at the state level.
Come celebrate these amazing students and the graduating class of 2026 at our graduation ceremony on Friday, May 22, at 7:00 p.m.! 🎓
Join us as we celebrate all of our 8th graders at 8th grade graduation on Thursday, May 21st, at 7:00 p.m.
While the race didn't go quite as planned, just earning the right to compete at the State Championship is a massive achievement. These girls represented Highland ISD with incredible heart, grit, and pride.💙
🏆 STATE CHAMPIONS! 🏆
History has been made! Huge congratulations to our Highland OAP cast, crew, and directors on winning the State Championship today. You have represented Highland with such talent and heart—we couldn't be more proud! 🎭💙
In addition to the state title, several Hornets earned individual honors:
INDIVIDUAL STATE AWARDS:
Honorable Mention All-Star Cast: Carley Hughes
All-Star Cast: Macie Taylor
Best Performer: Kolbi Morgan
The University Interscholatic League's Outstanding Performer Award: Kolbi Morgan
Way to go, Hornets! Thank you for an unforgettable, championship season!
🎭Today is the day! Our talented students take the stage for the STATE competition tonight in Austin to perform "The Hidden Kennedy." Highland kicks off Session 2 starting at 6:30 p.m.
Can't make the trip? You can cheer from home! The awards ceremony will start at approximately 10:00 p.m. (time subject to change). Watch the livestream here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ENVD8QCiw
Break a leg, Hornets!
The winners are:
Kay Hallman
Karlie Sauer
Soli Swartz
Skeet Smith
Kyle Simpson
🏃♂️Our young Hornets brought their energy to the PeeWee Track Meet today! From flying over the hurdles, sprinting for the finish line, and conquering field events, every student showed incredible heart and sportsmanship. We are so proud of our youngest athletes for giving it their all and making it a day to remember!
🔗See Video Here
A huge thank you to Dyess AFB for hosting us and inspiring our students to aim high! ✈️
#SeniorSpotlight #Classof2026 #lifeonthehilltop
📌 Important Schedule Update: Please note that the FFA Banquet has been rescheduled to WEDNESDAY, MAY 20.
Thank you for your continued support of our students. Let's make it a great month, Hornets! 💙
🏆 GIRLS RESULTS
Champions: Rilynn Ledbetter & Sawyer Stieglitz (Girls Doubles)
3rd Place: Alex Etheredge & Ava Padilla (Girls Doubles)
Consolation Winner: Pippa Anderson (Girls Singles)
🎾BOYS RESULTS
2nd Place: Rhett Glass & Amrin DeLoera (Boys Doubles)
Consolation Winners: Teaguen Arbogast & Parker Gillespie (Boys Doubles)
Tickets are just $2 each or 6 for $10. Please return your tickets by May 6th, as the drawing will be held on May 7th. Thank you for supporting Highland's Spirit Teams!
🔹5th-11th Parents: Summer workout calendars and camp forms are being sent home with your students TODAY. Camp forms can be turned in to Coach Oliver any point between now and the first day of camps. Athletic participation packets are also being sent home TODAY. All 5th-11th graders need to have these packets completed by Wednesday (May 6th). All current 5th, 6th, 8th, and 10th graders will need a physical. These will be done for free by Dr. King here at Highland Wednesday at noon. If you do not get them done on Wednesday, they must be done on your own before the first day of practices in August.
🔹Elementary Parents: Summer camp forms are being sent home with your students TODAY. Camp forms can be turned in to Coach Oliver any point between now and the first day of camps.
🌟New and exciting news!! We are starting a new summer youth fundamentals program for all incoming 3rd-6th graders! $5 Fundamentals will be every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday for the month of June from 5:00-6:00 in the Highland game gym. Come work 1-on-1 with the Highland coaching staff on anything and everything fundamentals. We can work football, basketball, running form, agility, footwork, you name it! It is $5 a week per family regardless of how many that come, only $20 for the whole month. We are excited to get to work with your kids and help build the future of Highland athletics!
🎭 Highland OAP is going to STATE! 🏆
Here is everything parents and community members need to know to attend:
🗓️ DATE: Monday, May 11, 2026
📍 LOCATION: Austin ISD PAC (1500 Barbara Jordan Blvd, Austin, TX 78723)
🎟️ TICKETS: Highland performs in Session 2. Please note that a separate ticket is required if you plan to attend both sessions, as the auditorium is cleared in between. Tickets are online only via Hometown Ticketing. Purchase in advance, as cash/checks are not accepted at the door.
🔗TICKET LINK: https://events.hometownticketing.com/organization/5468d9cd-a061-4496-bd2d-ffb1c4d3f0d2
🚗 PARKING: Free of charge in the AISD parking garage and the Dell Pediatric Research Institute overflow lot.
⚠️ Important Reminders:
Cameras & Audio: No recording devices or flash photography are permitted in the theater during performances or the award ceremony.
Food & Drink: Strictly prohibited in the Main Hall, and please remain in the designated auditorium areas.
💙🤍❤️ Let's go, Hornets! Break a Leg!
Progress reports for all students are available now on the Parent Portal (Semester 2 Cycle 3). If a student has a grade of 75 or below, a progress report will also be mailed home. Visit the Parent Portal at the following link: https://portals14.ascendertx.com/ParentPortal/login?distid=177905
