National Honor Society inductions. So proud of these students. Thank you teachers, parents, and community, and for the powerful keynote from Mrs. Duncan and thanks to our sponsor Mrs. Himsel.



Winter sports and activities have been invoiced and full payment is due by December 15 or students will not be eligible to participate in competitions, events, and performances. Thank you for your assistance regarding this matter and enjoy the winter sports season!
Please view the following link for November information from HHS. This note includes--info on Final Exams, the new district App and social media, the Veterans Day Assembly, and other HHS events and happenings.
https://5il.co/5oyi

Please see the link below for information on Final Exams-Dec 19,20, and 21.
https://www.highlandcusd5.org/o/highland-high-school/page/final-exams

Excited to see everyone back at school on Monday! FTT is 3rd Hour.

From: Rene Barr
Due to forecast, the FFA will not be walking in the Christmas Parade this evening. We will have toy drive flyers for members to distribute next week. Enjoy the rest of your weekend!
Happy Thanksgiving from Highland High School! We are grateful for a wonderful faculty, amazing students, supportive parents, and a strong community. Please enjoy this special day of thanks as you spend quality time with family, friends, and loved ones.



Mrs. Barr and Mrs. Baden’s classes after winning Thanksgiving Trivia after morning announcements.



Youth Leadership Optimist Dinner this evening honoring some amazing student leaders at HHS.

Culinary students in Mrs. Jones’ class prepared a Thanksgiving Feast from scratch- start to finish. They also talked about table etiquette, having conversations instead of using phones, and family traditions. Amazing work by our students.




A quick preview of the Final Exam Schedule for Dec 19, 20, and 21. More details to come after Thanksgiving. https://drive.google.com/a/highlandcusd5.org/file/d/0B0rxceYmezfibEM0T1Bud1NHNG45T2F6UWlMeUdoMWE1eUE4/view?usp=drivesdk

Students in Ms. Seelhoefer’s class working on a science activity simulating cell transport. They searched the room to crack the code with an engaging activity.



HHS Madrigal Dinner is December 7-9. 6:30 dinner performances on the 7th and 8th are $20 and the
2:00 appetizer performance on the 9th is $15. Please call the High School office to make reservations. 618-654-7131.

Thank you Highland CUSD 5 custodial, maintenance, and facilities teams for clearing sidewalks and lots today. We appreciate your hard work to get school ready for Friday! Students please allow extra time and be safe coming to school in the morning. It’s almost Friday!


Happy Snow Day! Attached are athletic practices for today 11/15. Students and parents should use caution when driving. Practices are encouraged, but not mandatory. Madrigals practice is cancelled. Also, FTT with be 6th hour on Friday. Be safe out there!



School Cancelled for 11/15/18

Honors Chemistry students identifying unknowns for the What’s in That Bottle lab



Check out info on the Bulldog Grounds Coffee Shop with Mrs. Gayla Stirewalt.
https://www.bnd.com/news/local/community/highland-news-leader/article221379150.html


Today, we show gratitude and give thanks to all who have served our great nation. We appreciate your service.


Thank you is not enough to say to our athletes, seniors, the City of Highland, coaches, fans, and students. It was a wonderful season. 11-1.

