Today, Mr. Jones’ 7th Grade Tech Skills class took learning to new heights as students navigated an exciting drone obstacle course in the gym! 🏀✨
Students piloted drones through a challenging course of hoops and targets, practicing precision flying, problem-solving, and teamwork while applying the technology skills they’ve been learning in class. From takeoff to landing, it was impressive to see their focus and control as they maneuvered through each obstacle.
Hands-on activities like this bring STEM learning to life and give students a chance to explore real-world technology in a fun, engaging way. Great job to all of our student pilots today! 👏
#HighlandHuskies #STEMEducation #FutureReady #DroneTechnology #HandsOnLearning
🏀❤️🖤🤍 Congratulations to our Highland Huskies Girls Basketball All-Conference Honorees! 🤍🖤❤️🏀
Your hard work, dedication, and relentless Husky pride have earned you well-deserved All-Conference recognition! 💪🔥
We are so proud of the way you represent Highland — on and off the court. Keep competing, keep leading, and keep making us proud! 👏 And a special congratulations to Coach Fink on earning Coach of the Year honors!
#HuskyPride ❤️🖤🤍 #AllConference 🏀 #HighlandHuskies
On Monday, March 2nd, our 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade students at Highland Elementary had the exciting opportunity to meet author Kelsey (Gent) Byrnes!
Kelsey is the owner of Dance Around the Kitchen and the soon-to-be published author of the delightful new children’s book, A Kitchen Tradition! In her book, Kelsey celebrates the joy of family, food, and the special traditions that bring generations together in the heart of the home—the kitchen. Through engaging storytelling and relatable themes, students explore the importance of connection, culture, and creating meaningful memories with loved ones.
During her visit, Kelsey shared her journey to becoming an author, talked about the inspiration behind her book, and encouraged students to embrace their own creativity and family traditions. It was a wonderful opportunity for our young readers to meet a real author and be inspired by her story!
If you would like to order a copy of A Kitchen Tradition!, an order form will be coming soon. We will share it on Facebook and SeeSaw as soon as it becomes available!
Your hard work, leadership, and commitment to excellence have earned well-deserved recognition. We are proud of the way you represent Highland on and off the court!
❤️🤍🖤 #HighlandHuskies #AllConference #HuskyPride
The Husky Family Update – March
As we move into March, I’d like to share a few important updates from across the Highland Community School District. This time of year is always busy in our buildings, and I’m grateful for the continued partnership between our schools, families, and community.
Please take a few moments to review the updates HERE, and as always, feel free to reach out if you have any questions. I’m always happy to help.
Thank you for your continued support of Highland Community Schools.
Take care, and Go Huskies!
Spencer Lueders
Superintendent
Highland Community School District
Your confidence, dedication, and powerful voices make us proud every day. Way to represent Huskie excellence! 🎤✨
#HighlandHuskies ❤️🤍🖤
Your hard work and talent make us proud. Keep shining and representing Huskie Pride! 🎷✨
#HighlandHuskies ❤️🤍🖤
Be a hero. Save a life. ❤️
Highland NHS is hosting our HEROES for Life Blood Drive and we need YOU!
📅 Monday, March 9
⏰ 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
📍 Highland Middle School Gymnasium
Every donation can help save up to three lives. Whether you’re a first-time donor or a regular, your contribution makes a real difference in our community.
✅ Quick
✅ Safe
✅ Life-saving
Sign up today and be someone’s hero.
#NHSHeroesForLife #HighlandPride #GiveBloodSaveLives
Bring the rhythm.
Bring the energy.
Bring that RED • WHITE • BLACK pride.
Let’s go, Huskies! 🎷🔥
#HighlandHuskies #RedWhiteBlack #HuskyPride #JazzBand
Thank you to everyone who has submitted staff shoutouts—we are so excited to see so many kind words coming in!
Today’s special recognition goes to Jeremiah Carter 👏✨
This shoutout was submitted by a student and highlights the meaningful impact our staff members make each and every day. We are so grateful for the dedication, care, and support shown to our students.
🐾 Want to recognize one of our amazing Highland team members?
Submit your shoutout here: https://forms.gle/gh2UyFFtDngA45ZU6
We love celebrating the people who make Highland shine! ❤️
We are incredibly grateful to the following supporters for their generous donation. Your kindness and commitment to our students and programs truly make a difference. Because of you, we continue to create amazing opportunities for our Huskies to learn, grow, and succeed.
Your support means more than words can express — thank you for being part of our Husky family! 🐾🖤
#HuskyPride #HuskyStrong #ThankYou 🐾❤️🤍🖤
Be a hero. Save a life. ❤️
Highland NHS is hosting our HEROES for Life Blood Drive and we need YOU!
📅 Monday, March 9
⏰ 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
📍 Highland Middle School Gymnasium
Every donation can help save up to three lives. Whether you’re a first-time donor or a regular, your contribution makes a real difference in our community.
✅ Quick
✅ Safe
✅ Life-saving
Sign up today and be someone’s hero.
#NHSHeroesForLife #HighlandPride #GiveBloodSaveLives
• A safe, respectful school culture where learning is the priority
• Engaged classrooms with strong teacher-student connections 📚
• Small-school attention with big opportunities
• Academic, athletic, and activity options for every interest
• A supportive environment focused on student growth — academically and socially
At Highland CSD, students are known, supported, and challenged to succeed.
To learn more, call Traci Vonnahme at 319-648-3822 or email tvonnahme@highlandhuskies.org
to schedule a personalized tour.
The Open Enrollment Form is available at the link below — and there’s still time to apply. ❤️🖤🤍
https://educate.iowa.gov/media/11478/download?inline
Our Track & Field Apparel Store is officially OPEN! 🛍️
📅 03/08 – 03/25
⏰ Don’t miss the deadline!
Let’s pack the stands in Husky gear this season! ❤️🤍🖤🏃♀️🏃♂️
Click the link below to shop now! ⬇️
https://www.teamelitesports.com/highland.html
Thank you to everyone who has submitted staff shoutouts—we are so excited to see so many kind words coming in!
Today’s special recognition goes to Mrs. Kelli Peck 👏✨
This shoutout was submitted by several students and highlights the meaningful impact our staff members make each and every day. We are so grateful for the dedication, care, and support they show our students.
🐾 Want to recognize one of our amazing Highland team members?
Submit your shoutout here: https://forms.gle/gh2UyFFtDngA45ZU6
We love celebrating the people who make Highland shine! ❤️
Thank you to everyone who has submitted staff shoutouts—we are so excited to see so many kind words coming in!
Today’s special recognition goes to Mr. Andrew McDonald 👏✨
This shoutout was submitted by a student and highlights the meaningful impact our staff members make each and every day. We are so grateful for the dedication, care, and support they show our students.
🐾 Want to recognize one of our amazing Highland team members?
Submit your shoutout here: https://forms.gle/gh2UyFFtDngA45ZU6
We love celebrating the people who make Highland shine! ❤️
🔴🏀 Game Night! ⚪🤍
Highland Junior High Boys Basketball takes on Lone Tree tonight! ❤️🔥
🕟 Game Starts: 4:30 p.m.
📍 Location: High School Gym
🎥 Live Stream: Watch on Hudl (click the link below!)
Let’s pack the gym and show our support! 🔴🤍
Go Huskies! 🏀🐾
Hudl
📢 Highland Secondary Parents 📢
Please see the updated information regarding tonight's parent teacher conferences.
Also the Junior High Boys basketball game will be played in the High School gym.
Thank you for your continued support! 🐾 #HighlandHuskies
📢 Padres de Highland Secondary 📢
Por favor, vean la información actualizada sobre las conferencias de padres y maestros de esta noche.
Además, el partido de baloncesto de los chicos de Junior High se jugará en el gimnasio de la escuela secundaria (High School).
¡Gracias por su continuo apoyo! 🐾 #HighlandHuskies
The Highland FBLA Color Run & Corn Hole Tournament is happening:
📅 Saturday, April 11, 2026
📍 Riverside Ball Fields
⏰ 11:00 a.m. Start Time
Here’s what you need to know:
🏃♀️ Color Run – Wear white and get ready to be covered in colors as you make your way through the course!
🌽 Corn Hole Tournament – Grab a partner and compete for bragging rights!
🎶 Music, fun, and community spirit all day long!
💲 Registration details, team sign-ups, and additional event information are included on the flyer below ⬇️
Bring your friends, bring your family, and come out to support Highland FBLA while showing your Husky pride! 🐾❤️🤍
#HighlandHuskies #FBLA #RedAndWhite #CommunityStrong
❤️🖤 OPEN ENROLLMENT NOW OPEN – HIGHLAND COMMUNITY SCHOOLS 🖤❤️
Looking for a district that combines small-town values with big opportunities?
Highland Community Schools, located just south of Iowa City, proudly serves the communities of Riverside and Ainsworth. Since 1964, we have prepared students—from preschool through graduation—to lead with pride, purpose, and confidence.
At Highland, students experience personalized learning, strong community support, and opportunities that help them grow academically, socially, and personally.
Now is the time to join Husky Nation.
📌 Open Enrollment is now open!!!
Contact us today to learn more about how your family can become part of Highland Community Schools.
Click on the link to apply: Open Enrollment Forms
