
Thank you to our paraprofessionals! We couldn't do this without you!


Support the HHS Class of 2026 and make Easter extra special in TWO fun ways! đŁ
Option 1: Egg My Yard! Wake up to a yard full of Easter surprises! Choose your egg amount, pick your delivery night (April 18 or 19), and we will handle the hiding!
Option 2: Surprise School Delivery! Let the Highland Class of 2026 surprise your child with a filled Easter Basket delivered to them at school on Thursday, April 17th! Each $20 basket is unique and filled with a small stuffed animal, toys, candy, stuffed Easter eggs, juice pouch, chips, and other goodies.
All orders are due April 14th. You can download the order forms here:
Egg My Yard: (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-6B337MRoKmMtaCZNlkluUZccm4kGT8w/view?usp=sharing)
Easter Baskets: (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AJS2vlS1xvjZf2xSh3HWUdkz0Gps3tqG/view?usp=sharing)


CONGRATS HS OAP! đ Bi-District Champions - Highland High School - "The Hidden Kennedy"
INDIVIDUAL AWARDS--
*OUTSTANDING CREW MEMBER: Zoe Velasquez-Adame
*ALL-STAR CAST: Sam Gratehouse, Macie Taylor
*BEST PERFORMER: Kolbi Morgan



Highland OAP competes at Bi-District today in Brownwood. Break a Leg!! #lifeonthehilltop #OAP #TheHiddenKennedy


Parents, please be aware that there is currently a flagger present at the I-20 and FM 608 underpass, which is causing traffic delays. You might want to give yourselves a few extra minutes when heading to school for afternoon pick-up. Thank you for your patience!

Laney Baxter officially signed her letter of intent this morning to become Wally the War Hawk at McMurry University this fall! We can't wait to see you bring that Highland "Sporty" spirit to McMurry! đđ #lifeonthehilltop #GoHornets! #McMurryUniversity



đHighland will compete at the Bi-District OAP contest this Saturday, March 29, at Brownwood High School. The first performance begins at 2 PM with a rolling schedule. Highland will be the third school to perform.
Spectators should park in the front main parking lot and enter through the front doors. There will be a $5 admission fee. We hope to see you there!
#HighlandOAP #TheHiddenKennedy #lifeonthehilltop


Shoutout to our talented students who competed at the District UIL Academics contest in Ira! Our students demonstrated their talent and hard work across a wide range of events. We are especially proud of all our regional qualifiers! Check out the full list of winners and team results from the March 25th competition here: https://5il.co/3bmnm


Let's celebrate graduating senior Laney Baxter! This fall, Laney will be attending McMurry University in Abilene to pursue a degree in biology, with plans to earn her master's and become a zoologist or marine biologist. We're also excited to see her continue her mascot career as Wally the War Hawk! We wish Laney all the best in her future endeavors! #lifeonthehilltop #seniorspotlight #Classof2025

It's your last chance to order Butter Braids from the Highland Spirit Team! All orders for Butter Braids are now due TOMORROW, March 25th. The Butter Braids will be delivered April 1. Email Mrs. Peacock if you have any questions. -- https://store.myfundraisingplace.com/0be3bd62-4143-471e-9a47-114ad7994f7f


The Highland Spirit Teams are hosting a Parents' Night Out on Friday, April 11th, from 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm in the Highland Activity Gym. Kids ages 3+ can join the fun with games, playground time (weather permitting), and a movie while you get some much-deserved time to yourselves! The cost is $25 per child ($20 for additional siblings). Register by April 9th. See flyer for details: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mQMZ2mc20lmlYikN0DCh4ttYWvipaP6d/view?usp=drive_link


Hello Highland Families! Just a friendly reminder that Spring Break is just around the corner! School will be closed from March 17th to March 21st. We hope everyone has a relaxing and enjoyable break! âď¸
Also, don't forget we have an early release this Friday, March 14th. Students will be dismissed at 12:00 PM. Please plan accordingly.


Join us in celebrating graduating senior Kinley Hoelscher! Kinley will be attending Texas Tech University to double major in Agricultural Communications and Agricultural Education. We're incredibly proud of Kinley and are excited to see where her journey takes her!! #lifeonthehilltop #SeniorSpotlight #Classof2025


The Healthy Texas Youth Ambassadors program, offered by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, is now accepting applications! This is a great opportunity for high school students to make a difference in their community.
Learn more about the program and how to apply here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-xDVsw--Upr5gbgHmvZg-dC_BEC5WsgZ/view?usp=sharing

Highland Spirit Teams are selling Butter Braids again this year! Order forms are going home with elementary students. All you need to fill out is the customer name, phone number, and your flavor selections. You can scan the QR code and order online or find a cheerleader, twirler, or mascot to place an order. Orders are due March 24. The Butter Braids will be delivered April 1. Our goal is to sell at least 200 Butter Braids this year! Email Mrs. Peacock if you have any questions. -- https://store.myfundraisingplace.com/0be3bd62-4143-471e-9a47-114ad7994f7f


The masks are OFF! đ We have finally revealed all our amazing Masked Readers from Read Across America Week! Watch the video to see who was behind "Magical Marge," "Mike the Marvelous," "Finley the Fish," "Lucky the Leprechaun," and "Sully"! Thank you to everyone who followed along and made this week so special. -- https://youtube.com/shorts/estQEBGbHuU

Progress reports for all students are available now on the Parent Portal (Semester 2 Cycle 2). 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


Roar into reading! đ Day 5 brought a friendly fright with "Sully" as our final Masked Reader! Who's behind the fur? The grand reveal is almost here! Share your last-minute guesses! #ReadAcrossAmerica #MaskedReader #DrSeuss #lifeonthehilltop


Parents of GT Students: THINK GT Camp is coming to Abilene this summer, July 14-18. Registration is now open. Check out the attached flyer for all the details!


Day 4 of Read Across America Week brought "Lucky the Leprechaun" to Highland! âď¸Who's our lucky storyteller? Guesses welcome! #lifeonthehilltop #ReadAcrossAmerica #MaskedReader #DrSeuss
