Highland High School

Lady Bulldog Softball topped Jerseyville 5-2 for an MVC win improving their record to 6-5.  Bailey Mettler ripped a double in the 4th driving in three runs to take a lead 3-2.  Sisters Alex Schultz and Abby Schultz each collected two hits for Highland.  The Lady Bulldogs pounded 9 hits on the day with Jordan Bircher, Lucy Becker, Kaitlyn Wilson and Hailey Ritz all reaching safely.  In the 7th, Ritz had a SAC bunt RBI and Wilson drove in a run to add insurance. Wilson pitched a solid complete game striking out 6. The team travels to Johnston City on Saturday for a 10 AM JV and then Varsity game.

Congratulations to our Highland Winter Percussion group on their final performance last night. It was an amazing show and an exceptional season.

Seniors: Decision Day will be May 1st. We will be celebrating Enlistment, Enrollment & Employment- wear your college Tshirts, Military gear, or work uniform and get your photo taken throughout the day.

ISA 11 and PSAT 10 Tests on TUESDAY, APRIL 16 --Sophomores take the PSAT 10, and Juniors take the ISA Science on April 16 --Room Assignment slips will be provided to all students this week during school and are available in your Google Classroom. --Report to assigned rooms by 7:30 am with pencils and a calculator on the test day. --Freshmen and Seniors have a non-attendance day, College and Career Day, on April 16 and should not attend school. --Sophomores will be released around 12:00 pm when all tests are completed. --Juniors will be released around 11:00 am when all tests are completed. --Lunch will be available if needed, and buses run at regular times. --Students staying the entire day will report to Commons. --ISA is a graduation & ISBE requirement- 3 sections, 40 min. on Chromebooks --Water and snacks provided during breaks on test day --Absent students take the Make-Up Test on April 23 --Phones/electronic devices are prohibited during testing --Check the link for more test info. HHS TESTING: SAT/ISA/PSAT Letter 2024 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VfJohsyRaz7KQrBVW7CseAkiP7_-Sk6BCNtyDr2LJn8/edit --Get a good night's sleep, eat breakfast, and give your best effort. Good luck!

Job Fair Friday April 19th during all lunch periods. Bring your resumes and be prepared to talk to potential employers. Get a raffle ticket signed by 3 companies for a chance to win Air pod Pro's sponsored by the BEA & IDC.

Seniors- Join ISAC and your School Counselors on April 24th for a FAFSA Follow up & Offer comparison Workshop during FTT

Come out tonight for Highland Winter Percussion's final show of the season- "Masque the Red Dance"! It will be performed this evening at the HHS gym at 8 p.m.

SAT 11 and PSAT 9 Tests on TUESDAY, APRIL 9: Freshman take the PSAT and Juniors take the SAT on April 9 Room Assignments were provided to all students on Friday during school and are available in your Google Classroom. Report to assigned rooms by 7:30 am with pencils and a calculator on the test day. Sophomores and Seniors have a non-attendance day, College and Career Day, on April 9 and should not attend school. Freshmen will be released around 12:00 pm when all tests are completed. Juniors will be released around 1:00 pm when all tests are completed. Lunch will be available if needed, and buses run at regular times. Students staying the entire day will report to Commons. Check the link for more test info. HHS TESTING: SAT/ISA/PSAT Letter 2024 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VfJohsyRaz7KQrBVW7CseAkiP7_-Sk6BCNtyDr2LJn8/edit Get a good night's sleep, eat breakfast, and give your best effort-Good Luck!

Lady Bulldog Softball defeated Mascoutah 8-1 today with Kaitlyn Wilson dominaning in the circle striking out 11. Abby Shultz went 1-3 with a two run blast to left field in the 1st. Lucy Becker and Hailey Ritz each had two hits and RBIs. Taylor Newingham, Anna Fey, Alex Schultz, and Holly Sexton all had RBI hits on the day with Jordan Bircher also grabbing a single. The Lady Bulldogs are now 5-5 and host Jerseyville on Wednesday at 4:30.

Ready for the Eclipse

As a reminder, please review the informational links, safety protocols, and schedule below for Monday's Solar Eclipse. We are excited to view this extraordinary event as a school. SLIDES INFO: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1UlOARoQxYUihPccPpca3DSkWldceoBb5V6CLHk58404/edit?usp=sharing Parent and Staff INFO: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UBJjCzDyjZBnGhlWJGkVCu4lBKPfhE07/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=116257695689899350070&rtpof=true&sd=true

Greetings, HHS Students and Families, As a reminder, please review the informational links, safety protocols, and schedule below for Monday's Solar Eclipse. We are excited to view this extraordinary event as a school. SLIDES INFO: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1UlOARoQxYUihPccPpca3DSkWldceoBb5V6CLHk58404/edit?usp=sharing Parent and Staff INFO: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UBJjCzDyjZBnGhlWJGkVCu4lBKPfhE07/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=116257695689899350070&rtpof=true&sd=true

Thank you Highland! What a wonderful community and we are so glad to be a part of it. Thanks for supporting us! Headed down the yellow brick road one last time today. We would love to see all of you! A great afternoon activity to spend with friends and family. Tickets at: Highlandhigh.booktix.net Doors at 1 PM House at 1:30 PM Show at 2 PM Sponsored by Luitjohan Flooring America, The Olde Wicks Factory, Michael's Restaurant - Highland, IL, Highland Optimist

Lady Bulldog Softball dropped game 2 of their DH to Belleville West 10-0. Abby Shultz, Taylor Newingham, and Holly Sexton had hits for the Bulldogs. The team is now 4-5 on the season and opens MVC play Monday at Mascoutah at 4:30.

Any elementary, middle school, high school or college student can get tickets for tonight’s Saturday April 6th 7 PM show for $3 off! Use promo code RUSH to receive discount. Offer expires tonight at 7 PM. Please note that this deal is only for student tickets and can only be used for April 6th 7 PM show. Grab a deal and head on down to see us! Highlandhigh.booktix.net

Happy Assistant Principals Week! We are so grateful for the continued efforts of Assistant Principal-Mrs. Susanne Himsel, Associate Principal-Mr. Caleb Houchins, and AD-Mr.Clint Hamilton. They work hard for our students and staff and strive for excellence every single day. Thank you for your service to Highland CUSD # 5.

Happy Opening Night to HHS Wizard of Oz cast and crew! Break a leg! If you don’t have tickets you can still snag some at Highlandhigh.booktix.net #hhstheatre #wizardofoz

From Dorothy's iconic ruby slippers to the Emerald City, Highland High School IL's production of The Wizard of Oz promises to be an unforgettable adventure! Break a leg to the cast and crew! Don't miss your chance to experience the magic live on stage April 5-7! Purchase your tickets here: https://highlandhigh.booktix.net/cart.php?action=show_pers&show_id=3&show_sec=529b6bed980d2bca #breakaleg #SLHSMTA

SWIC Tech Ed will be here all lunch periods- learn more about these programs, job opportunities and admission requirements.

Highland area businesses- contact Ben by Friday if you want a spot at our job fair on April 19th. 🐾❤️