The middle school and elementary school tributes are videos we want to share with the public for Veterans Day 2020. The high school will also honor our veterans today in a different manner. Check out the CES Video Here Check out the HMS Video Here Great job to all involved! READ MORE >
The Highland School District is requesting comment on the possible development of a tornado safe room located on the school campus. This will begin the process of preparing an application for Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) funds. All residents of the Highland School District and the Cities of Highland and Cherokee Village are encouraged... READ MORE >
Remote Learning We are having a REMOTE LEARNING DAY on Wednesday, November 4! A remote learning day is a day in which students learn from home. This is a way for us to test the systems we have in place, in case we ever need to learn remotely for a period of time. (Snow days may be a thing of the past.) If your student needs to come that day, buses will be... READ MORE >
PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES We love it when we can partner with parents/guardians for educational success for students! Below is the district schedule for parent-teacher conferences. Friday, October 23, is the last day of the first 9-weeks. Grades are due Tuesday, October 27. Report cards will be printed on Wednesday and mailed to parents on Wednesday, October... READ MORE >
Mrs. Rodgers always goes above and beyond to celebrate Constitution Week! Every year she teaches her students patriotic songs, and she has lessons centered around the constitution. She creates this wonderful table display and even comes dressed the part. This year she took it a step further and sewed masks for her students. READ MORE >
Members of the Sharp County Conservation District presented Mrs. Lana Rodgers's class with microscopes on the nature trail this week! SCCD member John Katrosh explained how to use microscopes and the knowledge that can be gained form using them. The nature trail also gained a bench and two picnic tables this year. A big thank you goes out to the Highland... READ MORE >
Update on the Cherokee Elementary SchoolWe had an electrical fire as students were being dismissed this afternoon. Luckily, students had a fire drill earlier in the day and were prepared for the situation! Everyone exited the building unharmed. Our local firemen, policemen, Entergy workers, first responders and school personnel were fabulous! They sprang into... READ MORE >
Virtual Orientation Information Orientation for virtual students will be held on Monday and Tuesday (8/17 & 8/18) at each building. Letters were sent home to virtual students, but some students may not have had time to received them yet. View the letters here. Unless the session is designated as a drop-in session, please be early to ensure adequate time for the... READ MORE >
We will have VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE on August 11. Virtual Open House Videos will be posted on our website by 4 pm on August 11. We will have a different video for each school. We will have a face-to-face open house ONLY FOR GRADES K, 5, and 9 AND students who are NEW to the district on August 11. Directions All students who are going into Kindergarten,... READ MORE >
Highland Updates Face Coverings Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson mandated face coverings for all Arkansans age 10 and over. To add an extra layer of protection for our elementary students/staff we are extending it to all students. All students in grades K-12 attending on-campus classes or being transported by District transportation services are required to... READ MORE >
We removed hard to find items (such as Clorox wipes and hand sanitizer) to keep the local supply for the local community. We can order these items in bulk without clearing the shelves and distrusting the availability of these items for our area. We hope this helps! READ MORE >
VIRTUAL LEARNING Highland School District Highland School District is committed to ensuring a quality education for all students, while also maintaining the health and safety of all stakeholders during the nationwide COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, we must consider options for learning as we plan for the 2020-2021 school year. As part of the recommendations that... READ MORE >
Highland High School achieves Level 1 certification in Marzano High Reliability Schools™ Highland High School is pleased to announce the achievement of Level 1 certification in Marzano High Reliability Schools™. Level 1 certification means Highland High School has created a “Safe, Supportive, and Collaborative Culture,” which is the foundation for... READ MORE >
HIGHLAND ATHLETIC PHYSICALS 2020 Physicals will be done by appointment only through the Highland School Based Health Clinic. Call 870-856-5620, to get your appointment. Below are the days available for appointment. Please call prior to the dates available to assure you will get an appointment. The physicals are FREE!! JUNE 8 1pm-3pm JUNE 9 1pm-3pm JUNE... READ MORE >
We are having virtual tryouts this year! If you are interested, then email Ms. Reed at kelly.reed@highlandrebels.org. Be sure to include your name and grade level you are entering. We will set up a google classroom; one for senior high and one for junior high. You will learn a cheer, chant, dance(s) and jumps from the videos we post in the Google... READ MORE >
*We have established a direct way for you to connect with a member of our tech team. For technical issues email tech@highlandrebels.orgSchool District Internet Options for Home Wired Carriers Fidelity Communications is offering internet only for homes within their service area for $10 per month. Internet speed is 15Mps and offered for the next 60 days. May be... READ MORE >
Congratulations to Molly McBryde. Molly signed a letter of intent to play basketball at Florida College next year. READ MORE >
Link to HHS AMI Student Information. READ MORE >
Meals resume this week! We are happy to provide food for kids during this difficult time. We are serving lunch with a breakfast included for the following morning. These meals will be Monday - Friday from 11:00-12:00 at the following locations: *Agnos Church of ChristHardy - Mongolian Grill Cherokee Village - Towncenter Highland - Cherokee Elementary School Ash... READ MORE >
The Highland School District considers the safety of our students and community is a top priority. We are following CDC guidelines and taking guidance from the Arkansas Department of Health and Arkansas Department of Education. The ADE released a Commissioner's memo yesterday, March 11, stating “School and school activities will continue at this time, and the... READ MORE >
Make plans to attend Highland Middle School's STEM Night! This is always a fun-filled event, great for all ages. Let our students show you how they put their Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) skills into action. Students build interactive projects utilizing one or more elements of STEM and those in attendance get the opportunity to take part in the... READ MORE >
Arkansas Hunters Feeding the HungryNo child should be left hungry during the holidays. Arkansas Hunters Feeding the Hungry, Circle Farms, Razorback Archery, and the local Walmart are making certain it doesn’t happen! Highland School District provides backpacks throughout the year to children who need more food on the weekends and throughout the week. We take... READ MORE >
Highland provides access to food, clothing and personal hygiene items for students. Inspired by the Student Council's theme "Revive Our Pride", Beta Club celebrated Beta Founder's Day by providing members an opportunity to do some good on the school campus. Several Beta Club members helped school nurse, Nancy French and a volunteer, Karen Nicholson, with the... READ MORE >
Parent-teacher Conferences The Highland School District invites all parents and students to attend Parent-teacher Conferences. “When teachers and parents partner together for the education of the student, great results can be accomplished,” said Superintendent Don Sharp. Conferences will be held on Thursday, October 17, 2019, from 1 p.m. until 7 p.m.... READ MORE >
All students who have turned 16 years old since September 1, 2018 must have a mandatory second mennigitis vaccine. Health Department nurses will be here on Sept. 11 to administer those vaccinations. Paper work has been sent home with students. Please fill out, sign, and return those forms to school by September 5, 2019. If you choose to have vaccines somewhere... READ MORE >
The Little Rock FBI office issued a general awareness statement about information they received relating to a possible school shooting in Arkansas on August 29. The FBI could not confirm the identity of the reporting party, but knows they live in another country and allegedly received this information in an online gaming platform. Highland School District is... READ MORE >
Come see us at Open House! It is Thursday, August 8, 2019 elementary is 4-6 pm, middle is 4:30-6:30 pm, and high school is 5-7 pm. READ MORE >
Come to the Millage Community Forum on Tuesday August 6, 2019 at 6 pm in the Highland High School Cafeteria. We will answer your millage questions! READ MORE >
Pageant forms are due tomorrow!Click here to download a pageant form!For questions contact Mrs. Farris at Katrina.Farris@HighlandRebels.org READ MORE >
This week in sports Baseball Monday, April 15 vs. Cedar Ridge At Ash Flat Ball Park. Game starts at 4:00 pm Senior Recognition Day. 3:45 pmTuesday, April 16 AT Westside. Game starts at 4:30 pmThursday, April 18 vs. Batesville At Ash Flat Ball Park. Game starts at 4:30 pm Jr. Baseball Wednesday, April 17. Semi-Finals of Jr. Dist. Highland will play at 5:30... READ MORE >
Don't forget high school students will begin testing this week!ACT ASPIRE TESTING DATES High School April 9 - 11 Middle SchoolApril 16 - 18 Elementary SchoolApril 23 - 25Click here to see how you can help them by checking out thes tips! READ MORE >
Sports and Marching Band PhysicalsMake sure you fill out your online forms for sports and marching band physicals! This must be filled out in advance. Physicals are set for Wednesday, April 10, 2019. Here is the link to the Final Forms Website. Here is a link to a how-to and filling out the forms in case you need a little help. If you have any questions... READ MORE >
Highland Volleyball You must register on https://highland-ar.finalforms... and have a sports physical. (Free at school April 10) 7th Grade Tryouts for 2018-2019: Who: Any girl in grade 6 interested in playing When: Thursday, April 25 2019 at the Middle School Gym Time: 3:15-4:00 Attendance is Mandatory Jr. High... READ MORE >
Information for Seniors! April 12 Career Day 8:30 am HHS Gym May 3 Academic Signing 9:00 am HHS Gym ( Parents should arrive 10 – 15 minutes early) May 5 ... READ MORE >
Highland High School Named National Beta School of DistinctionNational Beta is proud to announce Highland High School as a 2018-2019 National School of Distinction. This award is an honor for Beta Chapters striving towards academic achievement, exemplary character, demonstrated leadership and service to others. With an ongoing quest to instill these qualities in... READ MORE >
Out of 26 teams, our Rebel Robots competition team (Devan Brogan, Connor Galbreath, Matthew Harper, Braydon Lopez, and Jacob Wood) won the VEX IQ Design Award for their robot in the Next Level Competition sponsored by Henderson State University on November 3, 2018. This award automatically qualifies them for the State Competition. The award is based on their... READ MORE >
Mrs. Strobbe spearheaded a great project for Highland Middle School fifth grade students. Students enjoyed learning about Arkansas history throughout the week and topped off the project with a culminating event in which many parent and community volunteers took part in the lessons. We appreciate everyone who came out to help with this special project and create... READ MORE >
We will host Basketball Benefit games on November 3 - Girls games start at 2:00 pm November 6 - Boys game starts at 5:00 pmNo local passes or student armbands can be used. Admission for these games is $4.00 for adults and students.Only AAA passes will be accepted. AAA sets the guidelines for admittance and ticket prices for benefit games. READ MORE >
During the 17-18 school year, Highland’s Jr Beta Club went to Hot Springs for Beta Convention where they enjoyed listening to engaging speakers and participating in competitive events. Highland student, Matthew Harper won first place in the Seventh Grade Math Division at the Arkansas Jr. Beta Club Convention, which qualified him to compete at the National... READ MORE >
2018 Hall of Fame InductionIn its second year of recognitions, the Highland High School Rebel Athletic Hall of Fame will honor the following inductees during halftime of the first home football game on Friday, August 31: Sandy Golden Murphy, Scott Street, and Johnny Carter. A dress-casual reception for the honorees will begin at 5 p.m. in the high school... READ MORE >
Thursday afternoon Highland High School football players were introduced to the classes who adopted them. Many classes made posters, signs, or cards showing support for their player. Several players passed out suckers or candy they had purchased for their class. Coach Carter said, "I tell these young men they are role models, but today they saw it. We are trying... READ MORE >
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Senior Pictures will be taken August 28 on the HHS campus. These photographs will be used for the class composite and yearbook. Additional information will be provided once school begins. READ MORE >
When you see the following students, please give them a high-five to congratulate them for doing a GREAT job at the FBLA Spring District Competition: Bryce Barrow and DJ Russell - 3rd Place, Entrepreneurship Chance Cook - 4th Place, Cybersecurity Grace Dunn - 3rd Place, Impromptu Speaking Lillie Hall - 5th Place, Intro to FBLA Carly Haney - 2nd Place, Intro to... READ MORE >