HHS Librarian, Ms. Kati Richardson conducting a “Book Tasting” for students in Mrs. Himsel’s English class. Students are able to preview a variety of genres at each table. Great to see hard copy books still in use at HHS!
The Varsity Boys Basketball game vs. Edwardsville will be played in Jerseyville tonight at 7:30pm, not tomorrow.
HHS Athletic Events Jan 13-19
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All HHS sports and activities are cancelled for Friday and Saturday. This includes show choir practice, all games, sports practices, etc. Be safe and see you Monday!
Please see the athletics website for the updated bracket for the Highland Girls Basketball Tournament!
https://sites.google.com/highlandcusd5.org/hhsathletics/home
The Boys Bowling Regional at Salem has been postponed to Monday, January 14, 2019 at 9am.
The Highland Girls Basketball Tournament games for Saturday, January 12, 2019 have been postponed. Please see the HHS Athletics website for an updated bracket. The bracket will be posted later today.
The JV/V Boys Basketball games vs. Columbia have been cancelled for Friday, January 11, 2019. A makeup date has not been confirmed at this time.
Reminder that the 5Essentials Parent Survey closes Feb. 15, 2019.
http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/
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Happy New Year Bulldogs! Everyone be safe tonight and best wishes for an amazing 2019!
Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas.
Officer Flake visited with Mr. Elledge's Driver Ed classes to discuss what to do if pulled over or involved in a traffic crash. Students had many questions on traffic laws. Officer Flake discussed the laws regarding the consumption of alcohol and driving under the influence.
Congrats to Sam LaPorta on his commitment to play football at the University of Iowa. We are so proud of you.
Our Winter Choir Concert is this evening at the Highland Elementary School at 7pm. Students should be there ready to rehearse at 5:30pm and the doors open to the audience at 6:30pm. Below is a link to the live stream of the concert. See you all tonight!
https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/highland-high-school-highland-il/evt4e02c44fef
More from You Can’t Take It With you! Our cast was amazing.
You Cant’t Take It With You
Students being assessed on restaurant conservations in Mrs. Buchthel’s Spanish class. How to order? How to pay? How to ask what’s the special? How to deal with a problem like the wrong Food order? Definitely an authentic task for students.
Mrs. Ott’s Biology class participating in a review game as test prep. Engaged in learning with a competitive aspect to increase participation with peers
HHS Fall Play-You Can’t Take It With You
Sat & Sun at 7:00pm-HHS Kennel
Adults $8
Students $5
HHS Winter Band Concert
Mr Gibb Clark and the entire Madrigal Cast putting on a great Sunday Matinee with the Madrigal Dinner. Congrats to all involved.
Varsity Boys Basketball
Highland 50
Ladue 34
Madrigal Dinner was outstanding this evening. Congrats to all participants and Mr. Gibb-Clark for directing. An amazing show full of phenomenal talent. Bravo!
More PD on a Google and VR Goggles.
HHS Faculty participating in PD training on Google Tools, Google Classroom, and Virtual Reality Goggles. Excited to expand what we do to improve teaching and learning.
Remember Pearl Harbor
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
HHS Counselors at their professional development session today. Thanks Mrs. Jackson, Mrs. Lieberman, and Mrs. Spaeth.
We had a great day at the Career and Technical School Counselor Workshop. We can’t wait to bring this info back to our students!
Dr. Bonnie Gelly an OB-GYN from SOGA came into parenting class today to answer questions about pregnancy, labor, and delivery
GEMS engineering fair this morning showcasing some Project Lead the Way and engineering curriculum. Great work ladies and Mr. Durbin with some amazing projects.
JV hoops battling against Carlyle!
Bulldogs 50-Chatham Glenwood 42. Boys took over in the 2nd half and owned it showing hustle, heart, and toughness to seal the game. A great win against a tough CS8 opponent.
Varsity Boys Basketball up by 2 at half against Chatham-Glenwood. Good ball game so far.
New TV at the information desk to increase communication with HHS news, announcements, games, concerts, and events. Today we are running the Mattoon FB playoff game. Students take a quick look during passing periods and lunch.
PAC is sponsoring a charity Christmas Tree that will be put up in the Commons. Bring in your hats, gloves, mittens, scarves, and extra coats to support a child in need this winter season. The items can be slightly used or bought new. Items are due by DEC 14th. #helpingothers
Happy Friday everyone! If you’re out and about this Saturday, the Highland FFA has just the thing you need to complete your Christmas decorations! They have worked putting together real Christmas wreaths as a fundraiser. The FINAL wreath sale will be held from 7am-12pm tomorrow. You can pick up one of these wreaths from Tru-Buy, Rural King, or Alhambra Maedge’s! Once they’re gone, they’re gone so come get one! They look absolutely beautiful
Circuit Judge Sarah Smith presented to HHS students today on positive choices and good decision making. Please continue to encourage your student to be smart and to make healthy choices. We care about them so much.
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.
JCA 48-Bulldogs 21-7:36 remaining
JCA 42-Bulldogs 21 5:21 left in 3rd
JCA 35-Bulldogs 14- 7:55 left in 3rd
JCA 28-Bulldogs 14 at half
JCA 21-Highland 14. Feldmann with a 2 yard TD run. 57 sec left in 1st half.
Let’s go Bulldogs!
An impactful lesson in Mrs. Bland’s College Writing class as students crafted thesis statements and participated in learning conversations with peers. They are learning to take their writing to the next level with meaning and purpose.
Some exciting new things are happening in the Highland FFA! The new tractor that was leased with grant money was delivered yesterday. Also, our plot sponsor sign is now up, with landscaping still to come. A special thank you to all of our sponsors that support the FFA plot! Also a huge thank you to Alumni member Shawn Hogg and Trouw Nutrition employees for helping the FFA members install it.
Some pictures from today’s Veterans Day Assembly. Honoring our veterans and forever grateful for their service. It was a powerful day for all.
The Highland Bulldogs take on the
Joliet Catholic Hill Toppers
Saturday at 5 PM.
Bulldog Radio will have all the play by play action on Bulldogradiohighland.com
Veterans Day Assembly begins around 7:40 am today. Watch at NFHSNetwork.com and search for Highland High, IL. Thanks for your service.
Check out the article on the Football Bulldogs https://www.bnd.com/latest-news/article221358400.html
Students should report to the gym at 7:30am Friday for the Veterans Day Assembly at 7:40. We are proud to honor all those who have served.
HHS Blood Drive! Doing what we can to save a life and putting others before ourselves. Thanks to all who donated blood and volunteered to work today. Thanks to Coach Vance for sponsoring.
Hey Highland Bulldogs...with generous local businesses trying to help our quest to bring the 12th man to the game Saturday, the bus has been paid for! Permission slips and $6 (ticket price) are due Friday by 9am! First come, first served!
I'm attaching the following photo to be included in The Pioneer Paper. Let me know if you have any questions. Thanks for supporting our High School.
Front Row(L-R): Kate Marti-Foreign Language, Carlie Mettler-Vocational, Kate Feldmann-Science, Mae Riffel-Social Studies, BayLee Wetzel-Band, Madison Self- Art,
Back Row (L-R): Hannah Kernan-Family & Consumer Science, Miranda Arnold-English, Trevor Zobrist-Business, Emilie Hoepker-Math, Tori Lynn-Chorus.
Missing from the photo is Ryan Riggs-PE.
Plaques donated by Dave's Trophies.
HHS will be taking a fan bus to the quarter final football game this Saturday, November 10 in Joliet. The cost is $20 per student, which includes the game ticket. Permission slips and money are due to the HHS office by 9:00 am Friday morning.
Please view and download the following link for the permission slip:
http://5il.co/5i1b
The Highland Bulldogs will play Joliet Catholic Academy next Saturday, November 10 at 5pm at Memorial Stadium in Joliet.
Bulldogs beat Mattoon 56-35! On to the quarterfinals next weekend.
HHS Band!
Girls XC 21st at State! HHS is so proud of our team and coaches.
Stop by P/T Conferences on Friday to see teachers during Open House session! Hours are 8-3pm and we are closed for lunch from 11:30-12:30. We hope to see you there!
Good Luck Lady Bulldogs XC at State on Saturday in Peoria. Compete hard, give it your all, and run fast! You make HHS proud.
Down the New District App!
The first Bulldog Football playoff game is this evening at 5PM! If you can't make the game, catch LIVE on the NFHS network, brought by HHS’s own WDOG Media Group at https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/highland-high-school-highland-il.
Tickets for tomorrow’s 5 PM football game will go on sale today from 11:15am until 12:45pm at HHS. Tickets are $5 for all attendees per the IHSA. 🖤🏈❤️🏈🖤🏈❤️🏈🖤🏈❤️🏈
Good Luck Cross Country at Sectionals on Saturday in Decatur!
Go Bulldog Football!
Regional Champions!
Highland FFA recognized as a three star chapter today at National FFA Convention in Indianapolis ; super proud of these kiddos! @hhsbulldodAD
It’s post season for the Bulldogs! The volleyball team will play in the Regional final Thursday at 6pm against Jersey at Jersey. Football will play at home against Rich Central on Saturday at 5pm. Tickers are $5. We will do a pre sale on Friday from 11:15-12:45. The gate will open at 3:45pm Saturday. The cross country team is headed to Decatur on Saturday. The girls run at 11:30am and the boys run at 12:15pm. Let’s go Dogs!
HHS Parents,
Please click the link for our latest newsletter: https://www.smore.com/592hr
Thanks,
HHS School Counselors
Please view the following link and participate in the 5 essentials survey:
http://5il.co/5d8n
Your identity and survey responses will be kept completely confidential and will never be connected to you or your child.
ALL SCHOOL-PLC ASSEMBLY THURSDAY 10/25/18 from 9:15-10:15am in GYM-Olympian Walker:Debbi Sullivan
Jostens will be in the commons during all lunch periods today to collect orders for graduation announcements, cap & gown, and other graduation items.
Please contact Jostens directly at 654-1001 for any questions or Cheryl Holtzclaw at 654-7131, Ext. 4102.
Students solving equations in Mrs. Ayer’s Algebra class with the game “Deal or No Deal.”
Students hear a Peace Corps presentation about Columbia in Mrs. Twyford’s Spanish III class.
Back by popular demand, your Bulldog School Store!
https://hglndhssprt2018.wswebstore.com/store
Orders are due by November 15th and will be delivered to HHS before winter break.
If you ordered Pink gear for this weekends football game...it’s here! Pick it up this week in the HHS office! 💕🏈💕
College Fair tonight at SIUE! 6-7:30pm www.siue.edu/ircf
GO BULLDOGS! @hhsbulldogad
UPDATE-The IHSA has ruled on our playoff footballgame time for Saturday. We will kickoff at 5pm, not 7pm. Let’s go Dogs! ❤️🏈🖤
The HHS phones are operational, again.
Thanks, Dr. Becker, Principal
The phone system at HHS is down, currently. Please send emails for any urgent concerns to:
choltclaw@highlandcusd5.org
jdaniels@highlandcusd5.org
jjansen@highlandcusd5.org
cbecker@highlandcusd5.org
Thanks, Dr. Becker, Principal
Athletic Events Oct 22-27
-note we are waiting for final confirmation from IHSA on playoff football game date and time
HHS Football Playoffs-The Bulldogs will host Rich Central at 7pm on Saturday, October 27 at the HHS Stadium! See you there!
SLU COLLEGE FAIR : Sunday Oct 21st 1-4pm
Simon Recreation Center
Fox News Pep Rally-Go Bulldogs!
From Coach Welz-JV Football: Super proud of these boys right here. Finished off their season tonight winning, and with a record of 7-2 on the season. Couldn’t be more proud to be their coach! (Most of our games were played on Saturdays. Hints the flag.)
HHS Volleyball-Hard work and dedication pays off! All levels completed the regular season going undefeated in conference play! Varsity has now set the single season record for wins with their 31st win of the season tonight and is looking to continue adding to it this post season! Great job ladies!
Go Bulldogs!!
Record: 31-2
Next week we will be sponsoring a Red Ribbon Week to show our support in the fight against drugs! Participate for a chance to win some cool prizes! @HHSbulldogsIL
Red Ribbon Week Dress Up Days! 10-22 to 10-26
Congrats to our culinary students!
Girls Tennis headed to a State!
Please see the October Board Report for highlights and happenings at HHS: http://5il.co/5bc7
MVC Champions!
Congrats Lady Bulldogs!
Congrats Lady Bulldogs Volleyball!
Friday Pep Rally at 6 am at HHS Gym
Flame tests in AP Chem today
HHS Football Bulldogs are MVC Conference Champions!!
HHS Student Section vs. CM
