Congrats to the HHS Scholar Bowl Team who completed their season last night with regional play in O'Fallon. Both JV and Varsity squads had a solid year under the direction of coaches Amy Cope and Chris Durbin.
A huge congratulations to our National Honor Society students and their advisor, Ms. Chelsea Williams. NHS raised over $8000 for the Special Olympics through the annual Polar Plunge. What a great way to support our community!
Help us show our appreciation for our awesome school social workers by celebrating National School Social Work Week. We are thankful for all they do to support the students and staff at HHS!
Please see some upcoming events for the CEO program!
Thursday, March 21, Fish Tank, Anderson Hospital, 7:00-9:30 AM.
Thursday, April 11, Investor Recognition Breakfast, Gateway Convention Center, 7:15-9:00 AM.
Congratulations to Coach Wander on her upcoming Southern IL Bowling Conference Hall of Fame induction!
Meet Mrs. Ramsey, member of the HHS Science department!
Seniors Abby Schultz and Jake Ottensmeier and AD Clint Hamilton spoke to Highland Primary students last week about fairness as part of the VIP Principles. Shultz is a three sport athlete in volleyball, basketball, and softball and Ottensmeier plays basketball and baseball.
Looking for some new spirit wear?
The HHS Softball Team store is up from Trendy Tees. There are multiple options for each item, just click links to see colors, styles, and various gear. Thank you for supporting Lady Bulldog Softball!
https://bulldogsoftballgear.itemorder.com/
Attention Highland CUSD 5 Parents and Families! Your opinion matters. Complete this brief survey and let us continue our commitment to excellent learning experiences for all students. Responses are confidential. Start the survey here: https://bit.ly/3V06IJo
Thank you to members of the Business Education Alliance (BEA) for speaking with our senior students today at HHS. Seniors took part in four sessions on the following topics: managing finances, the importance of the Chamber of Commerce to the community, how to make decisions on your future, and the importance of civic involvement. We are so fortunate to have such wonderful community support!
The Highland Girls Softball team is looking for a few more players to complete a full Varsity and JV squad. Please email Head Coach-Chris Nikonovich at cnikonovich@highlandcusd5.org or or AD Clint Hamilton at chamilton@highlandcusd5.org for details
Join our team! HHS is looking for an Assistant Principal for the 24-25 school year. Apply here: https://www.applitrack.com/highlandcusd5/onlineapp/default.aspx.
SIUE’s Illinois Regional College Fair will be held on Wed. March 20, 2024, 6-7:30p.m. in the Morris University Center. Around 100 colleges will be present (in-state and out of state) to answer questions about admissions, majors, financial aid and housing. www.siue.edu/ircf
Meet Anna Murphy, member of the HHS English department! We wish her the best of luck as she embarks on a new career at Greenville University next year.
February 27, 2024
Greetings, HHS Students, Faculty, and Staff,
We are excited to share that Mr. Caleb Houchins was approved as the new Highland High School principal at the February 26th Highland CUSD #5 Board of Education meeting. Houchins will succeed Dr. Chris Becker, who will become Highland’s Assistant Superintendent in July. Houchins will begin his principal duties leading students and staff on July 1, 2024.
“The district is excited to welcome Mr. Houchins as Highland High School’s next principal. Caleb brings a wide range of knowledge and experience to the position, and we are excited about his leadership,” said Superintendent Mike Sutton.
Mr. Houchins has been at Highland High School for 21 years. He began as an administrator at HHS as the Assistant Principal/Athletic Director from 2015 to 2018 before becoming the Associate Principal in 2019. Houchins started teaching at Pleasant Hill High School in 2001 and moved to HHS in 2004. He taught American History, Health, Physical Education, and Government. Houchins earned an undergraduate degree at Western Illinois University, an M.A. in Sports Management from Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville, and his Administration Certification in 2015 from Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville.
His wife, Heidi, is a counselor at Triad High School. Together, they have two sons -- Cale and Nolan. Mr. Houchins enjoys playing golf, reading, and spending time with his family. He states, “Highland High School is a wonderful place and community. I am truly honored to work and surround myself with such amazing individuals every day. It is an honor to take on this added leadership role, and I am very excited and grateful to be moving into this new position.”
This Friday- March 1st- BEA Know Before You Go- Senior Seminar
The Lady Bulldogs fall to Chatham Glenwood 45-38 in the Highland Class 3A super-sectional. Thank you to seniors Abby Schultz, Larissa Taylor, Lauren Maas, and the entire team and coaching staff on a fantastic season finishing 25-11. We are proud of your accomplishments.
The Triad Boys Basketball Sectional is here! Tuesday, Feb. 27th- Game #1- Centralia vs. Highland - 7:00 PM. Gates will open at 6:00 PM. Get your GOFAN tickets here:
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@HHSBulldogAD @CentraliaHS
Meet Mrs. Case, member of the HHS English department!
Today's the day: St. Louis Metro East Southwestern Illinois College Fair- Sunday Feb. 25 1-3pm Varsity Gym- SWIC more info https://www.swic.edu/students/services/advising/college-fair/
