HHS Library hosted its first book circle of the year, "Flame in the Mist." Students and teachers met after school to discuss the book and enjoy the novel-inspired snacks, including seaweed and noodles.
Mrs. Mahaffey hosted a FAFSA night at HHS. Please let Mrs. Mahaffey know if you have any questions about Financial Aid.
State Senator James Sturch visited Highland High School today. Mr. Sturch toured the campus and visited with a History class.
Congratulations to Lillie Hall and Lexi Bruce for being named All Region Choir. Great Job!!!!!
Oct. 22 there will be a College and Career Night at the Hutson Center starting at 6:00 pm.
Oct. 25 are picture re-takes.
There will be a FASFA night on Monday, Oct. 14 from 5:00-7:00 pm in the HS Library. This is a financial aid meeting for seniors. See Mrs. Mahaffey for details.
Parent/Teacher Conferences are this Thursday, Oct. 17. 1:00 pm-7:00 pm at the High School. We are looking forward to seeing everyone.
The Next ACT Test will be Dec. 14. Registration by Nov. 8. Late Registration by Nov. 22. See Mrs. Mahaffey for details.
This week the Faculty Spotlight is on Darby Taylor. Darby teachers Criminal Justice courses at the High School. Thank you Mr. Taylor for all you do for our students.
Football, Cross Country, Golf, Cheer, Tennis and Band Senior Nights are Friday, Oct. 11. Sports seniors will be at 6:30 pm. Band will be at Halftime of FB game.
Volleyball Senior Night is Thursday, Oct. 10 at the Hutson Center.
Congratulations to the HHS marching band. They competed at the Mid-South Classic in Jonesboro on Sat. The band received a superior rating with outstanding effect in their division. They were one of only four bands to receive a superior rating.
There will be an ACT test on Oct. 26. Registration is closed. The next ACT test will be on Dec. 14. Registration deadline is Nov. 8. Late registration on Nov. 22. See Mrs. Mahaffey for details.
Make-up pictures will be Oct. 25.
The 1st qt. ends on Friday, Oct. 11. Parent/Teacher conferences will be held on Thursday, Oct. 17. 1:00 pm-7:00 pm.
Congratulations to Coach John Hansen. He was recently inducted into the HSU Hall of Honor. Coach Hansen graduated from Highland and went on to play at HSU from 1977-1981. He is the career assists leader at HSU.
This week the Faculty spotlight is on Mrs. Kelly Mahaffey. She was recently awarded the North Central Region Secondary Counselor of the year. She is the Jr. and Sr. Counselor at HHS. Thank you for all you do for our students.
Make sure and come out and visit the FFA car show this Saturday, Oct. 5. 10:00 am- 2:00 pm. High School. Rocky Top
The Highland FBLA attended the Fall Conference held at ASU Mountain Home.
Justin Dunn attended a Ambassador Leadership Summit recently. The Summit took place at UCLA. Over 260 students from across the World attended. Ambassador Leaders seeks to inspire the next generation of global leaders. The is a great honor for Justin. Congratulations.
Thank you to our High School Custodial Staff. They do such a wonderful job of keeping our school running. We really appreciate you. Happy Custodians Day!!!!
The Rebel Rowdies showed up in character theme on Tuesday to cheer on the Lady Rebel Volleyball Team.
Flu Clinic. Keeping our Rebels Healthy! Thank you Nurses and Area Health Care workers.
Congratulations to Carter Brewer, Toby Gotte and Molly McBryde. They qualified for the 4A state tournament.
Way to go!!!!
Highland students and faculty attended the Elaine Massacre Memorial Dedication Ceremony today. They were able to visit with V.L.Cox who's work is on display there.
Reminder that the Flu Clinic will be on Tuesday, Oct. 1. Please make sure to bring forms. See Nurse Nancy for details.
Homecoming was Friday, September 27. It was a huge success. Thank you to everyone who worked so hard on the event. It was so good to see all the Rebel Pride!!!!
Good luck in the Golf State Tournament. Keylee Circle, Tressie Carter and Austin Circle.
Outdoor Pep Rally!!!! Lets go Rebels!!!!
Bonfire!!!! Students,faculty and community coming together to support the Rebels. Thanks to Mr. Sharp, Highland Police and Fire.
Congratulations to these new National Honor Society Members!!!!
Mrs. McIntosh teaches her Art students 1pt. perspective during a mobile class today.
#EmpowerAllToAchieve
HHS movie characters!!!
Homecoming week. Mrs. Cruella De Vil and a Dalmatian showed up!!!!!
Oct. 11 will be the end of the 1st qt. Parent/Teacher Conferences will be Oct. 17. 1:30 pm-7:30 pm
Flu clinic. The annual Flu Clinic will be Oct. 1. Come by the office or see Nurse Nancy for forms.
The next ACT Test will be given on Oct. 26. Registration due by Sept. 20. Late Registration by Oct. 4. See Mrs. Mahaffey for details.
Homecoming Week!!!! Get involved with all the fun Student Council Activities. Homecoming court will be presented at 6:30 pm on Friday at Rebel Memorial Field.
#reviveourpride
HHS students participate in Gaming Club after school once per week. Thank you Mr. Dombkowski for sponsoring this activity.
#EmpowerAllToAchieve
Congratulations to these students for being selected Students of the Month in their grade. Mr. Hemme recognized these students at the Awards Day on Wednesday.
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HHS students NWEA Map Growth testing in Reading
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These Rebels were "caught being good" during the last month by their teachers. Mr. Hemme has implemented this new program that recognizes when students go above and beyond to be great citizens. Way to go Rebels and thank you Mr. Hemme.
Spring Semester 2019 Awards were presented today at HHS. Thank you to Mrs. Crouthers for helping out. We love to recognize our achieving Rebels. Highland students are the BEST!
#EmpowerAllToAchieve
The Arkansas State Police and Rowdy Rebel make a great team!!!! Thank you to the Arkansas State Police for all you do for our community and state.
#reviveourpride
Today, the history department deployed a multi-school Kahoot Challenge for Constitution/Civics knowledge in recognition of Constitution Day.
We ran 7 challenges, with a total of 337 participants from 3 different school districts: Highland, Lakeside High School and Oden.
FBLA Dodgeball Tourn. was a big hit. HHS students and community members participated.
The next ACT test will be given on Oct. 26, 2019. Registration deadline is Sept. 20. Late Registration is Oct. 4. Please see Mrs. Mahaffey for details.
Students and staff participated in America Day theme on Friday sponsored by HHS Student Council.
#reviveourpride
Awards day at HHS will be Wednesday, September 18.
This week the faculty spotlight is on Mrs. Dewana McIntosh. Mrs. McIntosh teaches art at HHS. She was recently awarded the Arkansas Art Educators Association Secondary Level Art Educator of the year. Thank you for all you do for students at HHS. She is a 1999 graduate of HHS.
Reminder that school pictures are Friday, September 13. We will also do Sr. Make-ups on Sept. 13.
Congratulations to Joel Hoppe. Joel has been chosen as a National Merit Semifinalist. Great job Joel!!!!
Rewarding our Highland Rebels.
#reviveourpride
The Highland Rebel Band was excellent, as usual, at the Patriot's Day Ceremony held at HHS!!!!
Thank you to Judge Gene Moore, Shane Russell, Ricky Crook, Mark Counts, Dick Sackett and all of the local officials who participated in the Patriot's Day Ceremony at HHS. We appreciate all you do for our community!
Congratulations to Mrs. Dewanna McIntosh. She has been awarded the Arkansas Art Educators of the year award. Great job Mrs. McIntosh.
Patriots Day Ceremony at 10:45 Wednesday, September 11. HS Gym
School Pictures (Sr. Make-up pics) Friday, September 13
Progress Reports go out on Friday, September 13
ACT Test Saturday, September 14. HS
This week the employee spotlight is on Katrina Farris. She teaches Survey of Business, Principles of Banking and Computerized Accounting, along with being an FBLA Advisor and Senior class sponsor. She worked for twelve years in Higher Education before joining our staff.
ACT Boot Camp was today at HHS. Thank you Mrs. Mahaffey for organizing this event.
These guys are going to do well on the ACT due to the tips they are gaining at the ACT Bootcamp!
Girls Basketball Fundraiser Info
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School pictures will be taken on Sept. 13.
Senior pictures make-up date will be on Sept. 13
Progress Reports go out on Sept. 13
ACT Test. The next ACT Test will be Sept. 14. Registration is closed
Oct. 26. ACT Test. Registration by Sept. 20. Late Registration Oct. 4
See Mrs. Mahaffey
This week the Staff Spotlight is on Mr. Blake Medlock. Mr. Medlock teachers Business classes and coaches Cross Country at Highland. He is a graduate of Highland High School and Harding University. Thank you for all you do for our students Mr. Medlock.
The Rebel Rowdies were out in full force cheering on the Volleyball team vs. Batesville.
Mr. Henley working with Math students. Mr. Henley is making a big impact at HHS this year.
Sept. 14 is the next ACT Test. Late registration is due Aug. 30. Please see Mrs. Mahaffey for information.
Sept. 13 is School Picture Day.
Sept. 13 Progress Reports.
ACT Boot Camp is scheduled for Sept. 6. Please see Mrs. Mahaffey for sign-up.
SR pictures will be taken on Wednesday, Aug. 28 in the HS Library.
There will be a JR class meeting at 6:00 pm on Monday, Aug. 26 in the HS Cafe.
Mrs. Duncan's class received rewards today for finishing first in a school wide competition. Great job!!!!!
Jostens order day is Tuesday, Aug. 20.
There will be a JR class meeting on Monday, Aug. 26 at 6:00 pm in the High School Cafe. JR parents are encouraged to attend.
The Band was playing, VB team was scrimmaging, Cheer performing, & fall sports teams were introduced. The Rebel Pride was showing. Great job SC and advisers. Thanks to Coach Carter as well for making the Booster Club Tailgate Awesome!!!!! Rebel Pride. So great to see!!!!
Sgt. Brown and the Army National Guard provided lunch for the High School Teachers today. Thank you!
Mr. Medlock's Business classes worked together to determine personality traits to help guide them with future decisions. Proud of our Rebels.
The Booster Club Tailgate Party will be August 16 at 5:30 pm at the Hutson Center. All Fall Sports teams will be introduced and the Volleyball team will scrimmage. Everyone is invited!!!!!
Jostens order day for Juniors and Seniors will be Tuesday, August 20. Senior Pictures will be taken on August 28.
It was a very good first day of school!!! Just a reminder to parents and students to please sign and return all forms by the end of week. Empower All To Achieve.
It is almost time for school to start. We are very excited. Just a reminder that school will start on Tuesday, Aug. 13. The first bell will ring at 7:45 am at the High School. Classes begin at 7:50 am. Have a great weekend.
Rowdy Rebel Welcomes students and parents to Open House on Aug. 8 at the High School.
Medical, Ag and Science booths are just a few that were on display at Open House. Informational tables help students make decisions about classes and careers.
Audio Visual, Business,Criminal Justice and Spanish tables. Open House Aug. 8. 5:00 pm. Visit each dept at the High School. Vote on Social Media for your favorite table.
Social Studies, Math, English and Student Council tables at Open House. Stop by and visit and learn about each dept.
Come and see the HHS Band perform at 5:00 pm today in the Band room. Open house starts at 5:00 pm. Freshman Orientation is at 6:00 pm in the Cafe.
HHS Teachers presented during break-out sessions this morning at PD. All presentations were very informative and well prepared. Great job teachers!!!!!
Mrs. McIntosh presenting during HHS PD. Teachers are working hard and preparing for the start of school. Thanks for all the hard work. School starts on Aug. 13. Classes will begin at 7:50 am at the High School.
HHS open house will be Aug. 8 starting at 5:00 pm. Freshman orientation will start at 6:00 pm in the HS cafeteria. Departments will have informational booths set up. Schedules can be picked up at open house. Please make plans to attend.
HHS Teachers working on culture building activity facilitated by Mrs. McIntosh. Thanks for all the hard work. It is going to be a great year.
Freshman Orientation will be August 8 at 6:00 pm in the High School Cafeteria. All incoming Freshman and parents/guardians are encouraged to attend.
Open house at the High School will be August 8. 5-7 pm
Jostens will visit with Juniors and Seniors on Aug. 13.
The next ACT testing date is Sept. 14. The last day to register for Sept. 14 test is Aug. 16. Please see Mrs. Mahaffey if you have any questions.
Tressie Carter has competed in four Jr. PGA Golf Tournaments this summer. She has won three tourn, while placing second in the other. Great job Tressie!
Highland and Cave City participated in Google training today. PD was held at Highland High School and attended by Teachers from both districts K-12. Certified Google instructors led the PD. Thanks to everyone who participated/helped with this event.
I earned my BSE degree from Arkansas State University. I have 6 years teaching experience. I am married and have two little girls that keep me extremely busy. My hobbies and interest include hunting, fishing, and cattle. Mr. Henley will teach Math at the High School this year.
Congratulations to Ms. Kelly Mahaffey. Ms. Mahaffey was named North Central Region Secondary Counselor of the Year. We are so proud of you!!!
HHS values parental involvement in all areas of the school. Monday evening, parents and administrators collaborated to examine handbook policies.
We would like to welcome Mrs. Rebecca Mize to Highland. She will be teaching Oral Communications and ELA at the High School. Mrs. Mize earned her BA from Harding Univ.
Student Council members met this morning to discuss issues for the upcoming school year. Ms. Helm and Mrs. Carter are the SC sponsors for next year. Expect great things from this organization.
Highland High School would like to introduce Julie Sandy. Ms.Sandy earned her Bachelors of Arts in History from Lyon College in 2007 and her Masters of Arts in History from ASU in 2010. Ms. Sandy will teach English and History at HHS. Welcome Ms. Sandy to Highland.
Summer School Session II starts on Monday, June 3. 8:00 am-3:00 pm
Kindergarten Registration is set for April 16-18 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.! Please bring your child, their immunization records, birth certificate, and social security card. The child must be five on or before August 1, 2019.
For more information call 870-257-3118.
Come out and visit Treasures of the Ozarks in downtown Hardy this weekend. HHS students will have artwork for sale. Their booth will be open Saturday from 9-5 and Sunday 10-4.
8th grade students toured the high school today! Thanks to our high school ambassadors for leading the way!
Mr. Vest’s students are welding.
Free’s first project was a success.
Rebel fans cheer on the Lady Rebels tonight!
We are offering an ACT Bootcamp on August 29. Please see Ms. Kelly to sign up for this. Any student, especially seniors, need to make sure to sign up for this!
Check out the announcements from Friday.
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Don’t forget HHS open house tomorrow 5-7 pm!
Today’s baseball game has been moved to Mountain View. Start time is 4:00 pm
On October 24, students attended a Young Voter's Workshop in Little Rock, AR. They learned about the history of suffrage in America, the primary voting system, and toured the Capitol Building.
Welcome to Highland High School!