It is an honor to announce that Highland High School Choir Teacher, Mr. Andrew Gibb-Clark, has been recognized as part of the Yamaha 40 Under 40 in music education list for 2021. Andy was selected from more than 450 educators nominated from across the country.
Yamaha is featuring and honoring all the 40 Under 40 educators for the positive impact they have on their students, school, district, and wider musical community. Please see the links and article below for more details regarding the award.
https://yamahaeducatorsuite.com/40-under-40/2021/gibb-clark-andrew
https://www.yamahaeducatorsuite.com/40-under-40
Thank you HHS Counselors for all that you do for our students, faculty, and school!
Students in Mrs. Sylvies’ World History class are studying Ancient Greece. Today, they watch Clash of the Titans as they learn more about mythology and Greek gods and goddesses as part of the the culture.
Students in Mrs. Cope’s Spanish I class do some research and create questions on favorite activities. Many selected sports, music, and video games, all written in Spanish. Remote Learners participated from home as well.
Mrs. Simmons and chemistry students conducting a quick assessment this morning.
A big thanks to the Pampered Chef community within the Highland School District for supporting our teachers and staff today with an amazing gift. Thanks for thinking of us!
A special thank you to organizers Jenny Fulton, Wendi Munguia, Jen Beadle, Heather Kunz, and all those who donated from across the community.
We are honored to work with your students and appreciate the support.
This week we celebrate National School Counseling Week. We are grateful for Mrs. Jackson, Mrs. Spaeth, and Mrs. Lieberman who work so hard to support HHS students with their academic, social, and emotional needs each day. Thanks for all that you do for our students, school, and community.
February is National Children’s Dental Month! Do not forget that all incoming freshmen need a dental exam on file. Thank you Dr. Santel and staff for your donation of dental items.
Thank you to the Highland Optimist Club for your generous donation to put sprinklers on our softball field!
As we continue to make changes to our athletic schedules, family’s have access to them in real time going to our website. Please be patient as we continue to make adjustments. https://sites.google.com/highlandcusd5.org/hhsathletics/home?authuser=0
Here is a preview of football!
Congratulations to Abbey Mortland for receiving a 1st place finish for her solo at the IDTA regionals on January 30. Abbey has qualified for the state competition on March 13.
There are only 24 hours left to get your Bulldog gear! Order today!
https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/bulldogs21
Jeremy smiles while delivering mail on this sunny Friday in one of the stellar Highland CUSD 5 vans. He works very hard to help deliver mail and other supplies and materials districtwide each day.
Please see the Channel 11 KPLR news story and video on HHS Business Teacher Mrs. Michele Heinz. She was nominated by a parent and received the award this week. Congratulations!
https://fox2now.com/news/kplr/tools-for-teachers/weber-chevrolet-tools-for-teachers-6/
HHS Math teachers Mrs. Kimmle, Mrs. Schwarz, and Mr. Uhls collaborate on Algebra curriculum during PLC time this afternoon while social distancing. Our staff continues to focus on teaching and learning to support students in multiple ways.
Mrs. Ruder’s English class during some research work in the Commons this week.
Here we see Mrs. Hall demonstrating proper use of an AED device in Health class. Students eventually get to practice on their own and learn to save a life.
#highlandheartsavers
Students in Mrs. Ayer’s Algebra II class solve equations to begin class. Several students explained their findings to the class as a teaching tool. They answered the problems correctly as well!
