Highland School District

The Highland School District will be releasing early today as a precautionary measure ahead of the severe weather expected to move into our area later this afternoon and evening. Dismissal will be as follows: Bus riders will be dismissed from HMS / HHS at 12:40 pm Car riders will be dismissed after CES car riders will be dismissed at 12:15 pm CES Activity Bus riders will be dismissed at 12:20 pm Bus riders will be dismissed from CES by 1:00 pm We appreciate your understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff. Please stay weather-aware and continue to monitor our official channels for updates.

The Highland School District is closely monitoring the potential for severe weather tomorrow and the possibility of flooding in the days following. The safety of our students and staff is our top priority, and we will take every precaution to ensure their well-being. As always, alerts will be sent out via our SMS messaging and alert phone system, all social media channels, and local radio and TV stations. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work together to keep everyone safe. Please stay tuned for updates and remain weather aware during these events.

Don't forget! Parent-teacher conferences will be held this Thursday, March 20, from 4-7 pm. Please take this opportunity to visit with your child's teacher(s) and pick up their third-quarter report card. We are excited to share your child's progress with you!

REBEL NATION CHECK-IN! If you and your family were affected by the storms that passed through our district last night and need assistance, please reach out to Kara McEntire at kara.mcentire@highlandrebels.org. We are here to support you and will gladly connect you with available resources.

Be sure to note the following calendar changes- March 14 No School, K-12 Professional Development for Certified Staff March 17 End of 3rd Quarter March 20 Parent-Teacher Conferences 4 - 7 PM at CES, HMS, HHS 3-7 PM at Preschool March 21 School in Session *snow make-up day March 24 - 28 Spring Break No School April 18 & April 21 School in Session *snow make-up days May 21 Last Day of School *calendar extended to make-up snow days May 16-21

We will run regular bus routes this afternoon! Thank you for being so patient, as we have had to adjust our routes during the recent winter weather.

Welcome back to school! We have a couple of changes to the bus routes for tomorrow morning. We will notify you during the day of any changes necessary for the afternoon. Amended bus routes for 2-24-25 MORNING Heart Bus Will run paved roads only. Turkey Bus Will not run Nine Mile Ridge Road. The bus will meet at Nine Mile Ridge Fire Department at 6:50 for pick-ups. Let's have a great week, Rebels!

Many roads within our district boundary are still unsafe for bus travel. Therefore, the Highland School District will not be in session on Friday, February 21, 2025.

The Highland School District will not be in session on Thursday, February 20, 2025.

The Highland School District will not be in session on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Stay safe and warm, Rebels!

With the forecast of winter weather entering our area tomorrow early and continuing throughout the day, the Highland School District will be closed on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

CES Families- The orders from the popcorn fundraiser are in! Parents are asked to pick up orders at your earliest convenience. Any orders not picked up by Tuesday afternoon (2/18) will be sent home with students via bus or car. Thank you for your assistance with our fundraiser!

Friday is our Valentine's Party Day at CES! You are invited to join the fun from 1:00 to 2:00 pm. Parents only, please, no younger siblings. Upon arrival, please be prepared to sign in at the front office and present a valid ID or driver's license. We also want to take this opportunity to remind you that all persons picking up students early from school must be on the approved pick-up list for each student. Parents/guardians may add additional persons who are allowed to pick up their child by contacting the CES front office at 870-257-3118. Thank you

3rd quarter progress reports will be sent home today CES Students By backpack HMS / HHS Students By mail (allow 1+ day for delivery) The 3rd quarter ends March 7

The Highland School District is monitoring the current weather and is aware that some roads within our district may be impassable this afternoon due to high water. We will make contact by phone with those families where the route may be modified before afternoon travel. Please note that regular drop-off times may be delayed some as our buses travel safely around the district.

The Highland School District is accepting applications for a Head Volleyball Coach for the 2025-26 school year. Applicants must have or be able to obtain an Arkansas Teaching License with a teaching assignment TBD. For more information, contact Dennis Sublett at dennis.sublett@highlandrebels.org or call 870-257-0035. Apply online at highlandrebels.org.

ATTENTION 5th GRADE PARENTS! We are hosting DONUTS WITH GROWN-UPS next Friday, starting with Mrs. Sylvia Clement’s and Mrs. Jana Saulnier’s classes! When: Friday, January 31 Where: HMS Cafeteria Time: 8:30 am - All students from these two classes can invite two grown-ups to attend - All guests attending must check in to the HMS office and present a valid form of identification * We will host this same event next month for Mrs. James’, Mrs. Strobbe’s, and Mr. McClure’s classes

Amended bus routes for Thursday, January 23. MORNING BUTTERFLY Students that live at Bee Run area will need to meet the bus at Loberg Park at 6:15. FISH Bus will not run New Hope Rd, Banks Rd, or Martins Creek Rd. Bus will be at New Hope Church at 6:45. We will notify you if routes must be amended for the afternoon.

Amended bus routes for Wednesday, January 22. MORNING BUTTERFLY Students that live at Bee Run area will need to meet the bus at Loberg Park at 6:15. FISH Bus will not run New Hope Rd, Banks Rd, or Martins Creek Rd. Bus will be at New Hope Church at 6:45. AFTERNOON BUTTERFLY Students that live at Bee Run area will need to meet the bus at Loberg park at 3:55. FISH Bus will not run New Hope Rd, Banks Rd, or Martins Creek Rd. Bus will be at New Hope Church at 3:45.

As a precaution, we will amend some of our bus routes for Tuesday, January 21.