Mark Twain junior high basketball tournament games
scheduled for Monday, December 1 have been postponed and will now be played on Tuesday, December 2 at the same time as the original bracket indicated. GO COUGARS!
Highland will be closed tomorrow, Monday 12/1/25, due to several numbered, lettered, and gravel road conditions and the forecast for more snow tomorrow morning and through the day. Wrestling and JH Basketball games are likely to be cancelled as well if the snow hits. No VoTech

Highland Elementary 1st grade teachers and students treated the building to our very own Thanksgiving Day Parade.





Highland 21, Kirksville 33, at the end of the 1st half.
Highland Cougars 12, Kirksville Tigers 15 after the 1st quarter.
Highland Lady Cougars with the win on the road over the Kirksville Lady Tigers, 43-32.
Highland up 43-32 over Kirksville with 2:00 left to play.
Highland Lady Cougars 31, Kirksville Lady Tigers 30 after the 3rd quarter.
💛🤎🎨November Artists of the Month at HES! Congratulations artists! 💛🤎🎨




Congratulations to Callie Ruths! She is our November Highland Elementary Sixth Grade Student of the month! Her teacher says that Callie always tries her best. She is kind and respectful to both students and staff and works hard to make sure that her assignments and reading goals are completed.
#GivingOurBestAtHES
#BeResponsibleBeRespectfulBeSafe
#GivingOurBestAtHES
#BeResponsibleBeRespectfulBeSafe

Congratulations to Reagan Schroeder! She is our November Highland Fifth Grade Student of the Month! Reagan’s teacher says she goes above and beyond to demonstrate what it means to be responsible, respectful, and safe. She always has a smile on her face and she is ready to help her teachers with anything they need. She works very hard, she is kind to her classmates, and she sets a great example.
#GivingOurBestAtHES
#BeResponsibleBeRespectfulBeSafe
#GivingOurBestAtHES
#BeResponsibleBeRespectfulBeSafe

Congratulations to Tucker Seals! He is our November Highland Fourth Grade Student of the Month! Tucker’s teacher says he sets a good example for his peers by following school expectations every day. He is kind to other students and willing to help with any task.
#GivingOurBestAtHES
#BeResponsibleBeRespectfulBeSafe
#GivingOurBestAtHES
#BeResponsibleBeRespectfulBeSafe

Congratulations to Promise Sparks! She is our November Highland Elementary Third Grade Student of the Month! Promise’s teacher says she does all of her work asked of her. She follows any direction perfectly and never causes any disruptions in class.
#GivingOurBestAtHES
#BeResponsibleBeRespectfulBeSafe
#GivingOurBestAtHES
#BeResponsibleBeRespectfulBeSafe

Congratulations to Arrick Langdon! He is our November Highland Second Grade Student of the Month! Arrick’s teacher says he works hard and displays a PAWsitive attitude every day! He brings his best each and every day!
#GivingOurBestAtHES
#BeResponsibleBeRespectfulBeSafe
#GivingOurBestAtHES
#BeResponsibleBeRespectfulBeSafe

Congratulations to Ean Goodwin! He is our November Highland Elementary First Grade Student of the Month! Ean’s teacher says he is a shining example to other first graders in the way he follows the school-wide expectations! He always listens when someone else is talking, follows directions the first time, and only uses kind words towards others. His work is done neatly and carefully each and every time.
#GivingOurBestAtHES
#BeResponsibleBeRespectfulBeSafe
#GivingOurBestAtHES
#BeResponsibleBeRespectfulBeSafe

Congratulations to Willow Hoffman! She is our November Highland Elementary Kindergarten Student of the Month! Willow’s teacher says she gives her best at Highland Elementary! She is a good friend to others and respectful to her teachers. She also works hard and is always willing to help!
#GivingOurBestAtHES
#BeResponsibleBeRespectfulBeSafe
#GivingOurBestAtHES
#BeResponsibleBeRespectfulBeSafe

Congratulations to Antorrio Clay! He is our November Highland Elementary Preschool Student of the Month! Antorrio’s teacher says he consistently demonstrates responsibility, kindness, and a strong work ethic in the classroom!
#GivingOurBestAtHES
#BeResponsibleBeRespectfulBeSafe
#GivingOurBestAtHES
#BeResponsibleBeRespectfulBeSafe

HES raised just over $1000 to help kids in Lewis county! The Student Council bagged 110 food bags tonight to go home tomorrow. We should be proud; we did this in one week!










Congratulations To Elaina Hutcherson, our first History Bingo winner! Elaina correctly placed all 50 states, memorized the Bill of Rights, recalled and shared a story from her oldest relative, and learned to say hello in 10 languages.
History Bingo is open to all staff and students. Let's see who is next!!

Please note the time change for the Winter Choir Concert.
The Highland High School Winter Choral Concert on 12/3/26 has been moved back to 7pm. Thank you
The Highland High School Winter Choral Concert on 12/3/26 has been moved back to 7pm. Thank you
