Highland Community School District
It's a great day to be a Husky!
🎉 What an Exciting Week We Have Ahead at Highland! 🎉
There’s so much happening across our classrooms, teams, and community this week — from learning adventures and athletic events to school spirit activities. ❤️🖤
Let’s make it a great week, Highland Huskies! Keep showing your pride, working hard, and supporting one another every step of the way. 🐾
#HighlandHuskies #HuskyPride #WeAreHighland
There’s so much happening across our classrooms, teams, and community this week — from learning adventures and athletic events to school spirit activities. ❤️🖤
Let’s make it a great week, Highland Huskies! Keep showing your pride, working hard, and supporting one another every step of the way. 🐾
#HighlandHuskies #HuskyPride #WeAreHighland
🌟 We're absolutely loving the staff shout outs that have been coming in! Today, we're giving a special shout out to Mr. Logan Moeller! One of our staff members shared,
“Logan has easily filled the role of helping students with reassessing tests and working in the classrooms as a paraeducator. His Coaching role has helped in his ability to connect with the Highland students and staff. His support as a parent, coach and co-worker is a great combination for the Highland District.”
💖 Do you want to recognize one of our staff members? Submit a shoutout here:
https://forms.gle/gh2UyFFtDngA45ZU6
#StaffAppreciation #ThankYou
🎙️ Conversations with the Superintendent — Episode 3: Janelle Sulhoff (Highland Elementary Instructional Coach & New Teacher Induction Coach)
In this episode, Superintendent Spencer Lueders sits down with Janelle Sulhoff, Highland Elementary’s Instructional Coach and New Teacher Induction Coach, to explore how coaching and collaboration are transforming classrooms across the district. Janelle shares what drives her work, the strategies she’s most excited about, and the moments that make her proud to be a Highland Husky.
Plus, Mr. Lueders shares community updates — from Mean Girls: The Musical hitting the Highland stage to winter sports season and a warm welcome to new Board of Education members.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify: Episode 3 — Conversations with the Superintendent: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0W2ZPVHtHPErx3JWT0Lmwc?si=pVpYRJmaQzW8_cmoplA3zw
In this episode, Superintendent Spencer Lueders sits down with Janelle Sulhoff, Highland Elementary’s Instructional Coach and New Teacher Induction Coach, to explore how coaching and collaboration are transforming classrooms across the district. Janelle shares what drives her work, the strategies she’s most excited about, and the moments that make her proud to be a Highland Husky.
Plus, Mr. Lueders shares community updates — from Mean Girls: The Musical hitting the Highland stage to winter sports season and a warm welcome to new Board of Education members.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify: Episode 3 — Conversations with the Superintendent: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0W2ZPVHtHPErx3JWT0Lmwc?si=pVpYRJmaQzW8_cmoplA3zw
📚🚌 Huskies, get ready!
We’re excited to introduce a new program for our bus rides soon — Books on the Bus! ❤️
We are creating ideas to make bus rides fun, calm, and full of imagination — keeping the focus on safety, shared goals, and less screen time.
More information coming soon, and we can’t wait to share it with you! 🐾
#HighlandHuskies #BooksOnTheBus #ReadEverywhere #HuskyPride
Don't Forget!!!!
💖🎤 The Highland Fine Arts proudly presents Mean Girls: The Musical! 💅🎭✨
Join us for a night full of laughter, music, and “so fetch” moments as our talented Highland students bring this high-energy show to life on stage!
📅 Show Dates: November 7th & 8th at 7:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Highland High School Gym
You don’t want to miss this hilarious, heart-filled story about friendship, confidence, and staying true to yourself — even when things get a little… plasticky. 💋
💗 Grab your friends, wear pink, and come support our amazing cast and crew! #YouCanSitWithUs
#MeanGirlsMusical #HighlandDrama #HighlandPride #SupportTheArts #SoFetch
❤️We want to give a big shoutout to Dan Ruth for sharing his heartfelt Highland CSD testimonial! 🐾 Your words capture the pride, spirit, and community that make Highland so special.❤️
📸 Pictured: Dan Ruth — proud Highland supporter and valued member of our community.
Have a testimonial to share? Submit your testimonial (and an optional photo) to Traci Vonnahme at tvonnahme@highlandhuskies.org. ❤️
#HighlandPride #HuskyNation #CommunityStrong #WeAreHighland
🎉 Highland CSD Board of Education Update 🎉
Highland Community School District is excited to welcome Cody Thompson and Jarrod Longbine as our newest Board of Education members! We look forward to the leadership and fresh ideas you’ll bring to our district.
👏 Congratulations to returning members Nate Robinson and Aaron Friederich — your continued commitment and service are greatly appreciated.
❤️ A heartfelt thank you to Rachel Longbine and Dennis Wendt for your dedication to Highland CSD. Your hard work and care have made a lasting difference for our students and community.
#HighlandHuskies #WelcomeAboard #ThankYou #Congratulations #CommunityStrong
💖🎤 The Highland Fine Arts proudly presents Mean Girls: The Musical! 💅🎭✨
Join us for a night full of laughter, music, and “so fetch” moments as our talented Highland students bring this high-energy show to life on stage!
📅 Show Dates: November 7th & 8th at 7:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Highland High School Gym
You don’t want to miss this hilarious, heart-filled story about friendship, confidence, and staying true to yourself — even when things get a little… plasticky. 💋
💗 Grab your friends, wear pink, and come support our amazing cast and crew! #YouCanSitWithUs
#MeanGirlsMusical #HighlandDrama #HighlandPride #SupportTheArts #SoFetch
🌟 We're absolutely loving the staff shout outs that have been coming in! Today, we're giving a special shout out to Mrs. Megan Eaton! One of our parents shared,
“My daughters both chose Mrs. Eaton as their favorite teacher and says it’s because of how nice she is. Mrs Eaton has the patience of a saint and takes the best care of our smallest Huskies!! Not only is she a student favorite - I love working with her too!! She’s a team player, steps up, shares ideas, and advocates for her students!!”
💖 Do you want to recognize one of our staff members? Submit a shoutout here:
https://forms.gle/gh2UyFFtDngA45ZU6
#StaffAppreciation #ThankYou
Shoutout to Mrs. Traci Vonnahme! 🎉 A parent had this to share about Traci,
“Traci has been on fire to start the school year! She tackled the task of working on the AWESOME new school website, freshening up the school with new graphics and organizing a welcome event for Mr. Lueders and his family. All on top of keeping all the vans and busses running on schedule. Keep up the great work Traci!!”
Your support means the world! 💖
Have someone special you'd like to recognize? Submit your shoutout here:
https://forms.gle/gh2UyFFtDngA45ZU6
#StaffShoutOut #AppreciationPost #Teamwork #Education #Inspiration
❤️🖤 Attention Husky Wrestling Fans!
It’s time to gear up for the season! Grab your official Husky Wrestling apparel and show your team spirit all winter long. 🐾
Don’t wait—orders close November 9th!
🛒 Click below to order:
👉 https://southpawprintco.chipply.com/HighlandWrestling2025/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExUWY3NmRzR204bktIQTRicwEejqC24I2__OVlRJKW1ajvBcec5LkY5EagBljqiFaTU9ewM9Si4c5C2QFhA7k_aem_Y8bqa8RIqcVCQE4B-LvpEQ
#HuskyWrestling #HighlandHuskies #HuskyStrong #HuskyNation
It’s time to gear up for the season! Grab your official Husky Wrestling apparel and show your team spirit all winter long. 🐾
Don’t wait—orders close November 9th!
🛒 Click below to order:
👉 https://southpawprintco.chipply.com/HighlandWrestling2025/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExUWY3NmRzR204bktIQTRicwEejqC24I2__OVlRJKW1ajvBcec5LkY5EagBljqiFaTU9ewM9Si4c5C2QFhA7k_aem_Y8bqa8RIqcVCQE4B-LvpEQ
#HuskyWrestling #HighlandHuskies #HuskyStrong #HuskyNation
Fall Party Fun! 🍬
Our secondary students had a blast today celebrating fall with costumes, candy, and classroom-to-classroom trick-or-treating! What a fabulous day! 🧡
We’re so proud of our students for all the thank you’s and yes pleases we heard — such great manners! 🙌
And of course, a huge shoutout to our rock star staff for making it happen and generously handing out candy! 💫 We love all the kindness, smiles, and giving that filled our halls today! 🥰
#HighlandHuskies #FallFun #KindnessCounts #BestStaffEver
🎉 Congratulations to Our Decorated Classroom Door Winner! 🎉
We’re excited to announce that Mrs. Cox and her students are this year’s Decorated Door Contest winners! Their creativity and hard work truly stood out.
A special shoutout also goes to Mrs. Sam and her classroom, who have received a $50.00 Amazon gift card in recognition of their effort and participation.
Thank you to everyone who joined in the fun and helped make our hallways festive and full of school spirit!
We’re excited to announce that Mrs. Cox and her students are this year’s Decorated Door Contest winners! Their creativity and hard work truly stood out.
A special shoutout also goes to Mrs. Sam and her classroom, who have received a $50.00 Amazon gift card in recognition of their effort and participation.
Thank you to everyone who joined in the fun and helped make our hallways festive and full of school spirit!
🍁✨ Fall Door Decorating Contest! ✨🍁
Our High School Student Council invited teachers and students to show off their creativity by decorating their classroom doors for fall — and they did amazing! 🎨🍂
Now it’s time to pick your favorite door!
Vote for the one that catches your eye 👀 — the winning classroom will take home a fun prize! 🏆
Let’s celebrate the season and all the creativity in our hallways!
➡️ Vote at the link below!
https://forms.gle/2JYvKX1BaXPwSMm39
#HighlandHuskies #FallFun #DoorDecorContest #SchoolSpirit
Our High School Student Council invited teachers and students to show off their creativity by decorating their classroom doors for fall — and they did amazing! 🎨🍂
Now it’s time to pick your favorite door!
Vote for the one that catches your eye 👀 — the winning classroom will take home a fun prize! 🏆
Let’s celebrate the season and all the creativity in our hallways!
➡️ Vote at the link below!
https://forms.gle/2JYvKX1BaXPwSMm39
#HighlandHuskies #FallFun #DoorDecorContest #SchoolSpirit
🎉 Middle School Dance Alert! 🎉
Get ready to dance the night away, Huskies! 🕺💃
📅 When: November 6th
⏰ Time: 7:00 – 9:30 p.m.
📍 Where: Middle School Gym
💲 Cost: $3.00
Bring your friends, bring your moves, and let’s make it a night to remember! 🔥
#HighlandHuskies #MiddleSchoolDance #LetsGoHuskies
Get ready to dance the night away, Huskies! 🕺💃
📅 When: November 6th
⏰ Time: 7:00 – 9:30 p.m.
📍 Where: Middle School Gym
💲 Cost: $3.00
Bring your friends, bring your moves, and let’s make it a night to remember! 🔥
#HighlandHuskies #MiddleSchoolDance #LetsGoHuskies
🎓❤️ Husky Pride Spotlight! ❤️🎓
We love hearing success stories about our Highland Huskies alumni!
Congratulations to Mackinze Hora for continuing to grow, achieve, and make us proud. 🌟
Once a Husky, always a Husky! 🐾❤️
#HighlandHuskies #HuskyPride #AlumniSuccess #OnceAHuskyAlwaysAHusky
https://www.southeastiowaunion.com/news/from-the-barns-of-washington-county-to-the-halls-of-congress-hora-champions-iowa-pork/
We love hearing success stories about our Highland Huskies alumni!
Congratulations to Mackinze Hora for continuing to grow, achieve, and make us proud. 🌟
Once a Husky, always a Husky! 🐾❤️
#HighlandHuskies #HuskyPride #AlumniSuccess #OnceAHuskyAlwaysAHusky
https://www.southeastiowaunion.com/news/from-the-barns-of-washington-county-to-the-halls-of-congress-hora-champions-iowa-pork/
💙💛 Safe travels, Highland FFA! 💛💙
Today we sent off our FFA members as they head to the National FFA Convention! 🌾✨
We’re so proud of their hard work, dedication, and leadership representing Highland at the national level. 🙌
Let’s wish them the best of luck and an unforgettable experience! 🌟
#HighlandHuskies #HighlandFFA #NationalFFAConvention #BlueAndGoldPride
Today we sent off our FFA members as they head to the National FFA Convention! 🌾✨
We’re so proud of their hard work, dedication, and leadership representing Highland at the national level. 🙌
Let’s wish them the best of luck and an unforgettable experience! 🌟
#HighlandHuskies #HighlandFFA #NationalFFAConvention #BlueAndGoldPride
🌟 Staff Shout-Out 🌟
Let’s take a moment to recognize Mrs. Courtney Dietz! 🎉
❤️ A parent shared this wonderful message:
"Mrs Dietze is such an incredible elementary teacher. She has a love for her students that extends beyond the classroom. And she is always so dang happy! I love that she is always doing extra things to make herself a better teacher and to make her classroom an inclusive space. So glad that both of my kids got to have her for 5th grade!"❤️
Thank you, Mrs. Dietze, for making Highland a place where students feel cared for and inspired every day! 🐾❤️
#HighlandPride #StaffShoutOut #TeamHighland
Share your love here: https://forms.gle/gh2UyFFtDngA45ZU6 🌟 Who will you celebrate today?
❤️🖤 School Spirit & Pride
Husky Nation — we want to hear from YOU! ❤️🖤
What do you love most about being part of Highland CSD? Tell us your story, a favorite memory, or what makes you proud to be a Husky. 🐾
📸 Feel free to include a favorite family or individual photo!
Your testimonial might be featured on our website or social media!
📣 Submit your story to Traci Vonnahme at tvonnahme@highlandhuskies.org
#HighlandPride #HuskyVoices #HighlandCSD
Husky Nation — we want to hear from YOU! ❤️🖤
What do you love most about being part of Highland CSD? Tell us your story, a favorite memory, or what makes you proud to be a Husky. 🐾
📸 Feel free to include a favorite family or individual photo!
Your testimonial might be featured on our website or social media!
📣 Submit your story to Traci Vonnahme at tvonnahme@highlandhuskies.org
#HighlandPride #HuskyVoices #HighlandCSD
🐾 Leaders of the Pack – September & October 🐾
We’re excited to celebrate our first round of Leaders of the Pack! These outstanding students have gone above and beyond—showing leadership, kindness, and a true Highland Husky spirit.
👏 Congratulations to our September and October winners!
Your hard work, positivity, and dedication make Highland a better place every day.
Stay tuned as we continue to highlight more amazing students throughout the year! ❤️🖤
#HighlandHuskies #LeaderOfThePack #HuskyPride #HighlandStrong
We’re excited to celebrate our first round of Leaders of the Pack! These outstanding students have gone above and beyond—showing leadership, kindness, and a true Highland Husky spirit.
👏 Congratulations to our September and October winners!
Your hard work, positivity, and dedication make Highland a better place every day.
Stay tuned as we continue to highlight more amazing students throughout the year! ❤️🖤
#HighlandHuskies #LeaderOfThePack #HuskyPride #HighlandStrong
