❤️🖤 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
2 months ago, Highland CSD
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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
2 months ago, Highland CSD
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🎉 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!
2 months ago, Highland CSD
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🍁✨ 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
2 months ago, Highland CSD
🎉 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
2 months ago, Highland CSD
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🎓❤️ 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

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2 months ago, Highland CSD
💙💛 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
2 months ago, Highland CSD
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🌟 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?

2 months ago, Highland CSD
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❤️🖤 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
2 months ago, Highland CSD
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🐾 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
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🏀 Highland Huskies Basketball Webstore Now Open!

Get your official Highland Huskies High School Basketball gear and show your team spirit!
🛍️ The online store features shirts, hoodies, hats, and more — perfect for players, families, and fans.

🗓️ Store closes: 11/13/2025
📦 Order online: https://www.teamelitesports.com/highland.html

Don’t miss your chance to gear up and support our Huskies this season! Go Highland! ❤️🐾
2 months ago, Highland CSD
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🌟 Staff Shout-Out 🌟

Let’s take a moment to recognize Ms. Peg Schwab! 🎉

❤️ A co-worker had this to say:

“Ms. Schwab's boundless energy and desire to see every student succeed makes her an amazing asset to Highland High School. Ms. Schwab is very creative and constantly coming up with ways to engage students and to support them both academically and emotionally. Not only is Ms. Schwab supporting students, but I have personally benefitted from her warmth, skills, and sense of humor when I am just about at the end of my rope. Thank you, Ms. Schwab, for all you do!"❤️

We’re so thankful to have you as part of our Highland team, Ms. Schwab! 🐾❤️

Share your love here: https://forms.gle/gh2UyFFtDngA45ZU6 🌟 Who will you celebrate today?


#HighlandPride #StaffShoutOut #TeamHighland

2 months ago, Highland CSD
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This week at Highland, we celebrate hard work, kindness, and connection — everything that makes our school community so special. 💫

Here’s to another week of growing together, Huskies! 🐾

#HighlandStrong #HuskyPride

Esta semana en Highland celebramos el trabajo duro, la amabilidad y la conexión — todo lo que hace que nuestra comunidad escolar sea tan especial. 💫

¡Brindemos por otra semana de crecimiento juntos, Huskies! 🐾

#HighlandStrong #HuskyPride
3 months ago, Highland CSD
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🎭 Highland Fine Arts Boosters Hosting Upcoming Fundraiser!

The Highland Fine Arts Boosters invite the community to join us for an exciting fundraising event in support of our fine arts students!

🎬 Outdoor Movie Night
📅 Thursday, October 30
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Highland High School Football Field

Bring your blankets and lawn chairs for a fun evening under the stars! This new event is being held in place of our traditional football season concession stand fundraiser, so come out and enjoy a great movie while supporting Highland’s fine arts programs.

Come and show your support for Highland Fine Arts! 🎶❤️ #HighlandCSD #HighlandFineArts #CommunitySupport #HighlandHuskies
3 months ago, Highland CSD
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🔬 Hands-on Learning in Biology!

Mrs. Colbert’s Biology students compared plant and animal cells under the microscope this week. After learning about cell organelles last week, students got to see them up close .

Learning comes to life at Highland! 🌱🐾 #HighlandCSD #ScienceInAction #HandsOnLearning
3 months ago, Highland CSD
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🛠️ A Full Week at Highland!

In Mr. Roder’s 8th Grade Intro to Industrial Tech class, students have been busy practicing their skills with hand tools. They’re learning the importance of precision, safety, and craftsmanship while getting hands-on experience that builds confidence and real-world skills. 💪

#HighlandCSD #IndustrialTech #HandsOnLearning #HighlandHuskies
3 months ago, Highland CSD
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Let’s go, Huskies! ❤️🐾
We’re cheering loud and proud for our Husky Cross Country Team as they head to the State Qualifying Meet! Your hard work, dedication, and team spirit inspire us all — give it everything you’ve got and make Highland proud!

¡Vamos, Huskies! ❤️🐾
¡Estamos animando con orgullo a nuestro equipo de campo traviesa de los Huskies mientras se dirigen a la competencia clasificatoria estatal! Su esfuerzo, dedicación y espíritu de equipo nos inspiran a todos — ¡denlo todo y hagan que Highland se sienta orgulloso!
3 months ago, Highland CSD
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📢Reminder📢

The Highland Fine Arts Boosters invite the community to join us for an exciting fundraising event in support of our fine arts students!

🐟 9th Annual Fish Fry
📅 Friday, October 24
🕔 5:00–8:00 PM
📍 Riverside VFW

Join us for our always-popular Fish Fry! Proceeds will help fund the fine arts students’ upcoming trip to Florida. Enjoy a delicious meal while supporting our talented Highland performers!

Come and show your support for Highland Fine Arts! 🎶❤️

#HighlandCSD #HighlandFineArts #CommunitySupport #HighlandHuskies
3 months ago, Highland CSD
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Highland FFA Members Compete at Kirkwood Livestock Judging Contest

Last week was a busy and exciting time for students in the Highland FFA and agriculture program! On Tuesday evening, five students traveled to Kirkwood Community College’s Tippie Beef Center to participate in a livestock judging contest for students in grades 6–10. The event was organized by the West Branch FFA Chapter and ran incredibly smoothly.

Our students represented Highland with pride while competing against approximately 360 FFA and 4-H members from across the state.

Results:

🥇 7th Overall Individual — William Longbine

🐖 4th Overall Swine Judging Team

🐄 10th Overall Team

Congratulations to all participants on their hard work and achievements! A big thank you to the West Branch FFA for organizing the contest and to Kirkwood Community College for hosting the event at their Tippie Beef Center.
3 months ago, Highland CSD
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🎙️ Episode 2 is here!
We’re excited to share the latest episode of Conversations with the Superintendent, hosted by Superintendent Spencer Lueders.

In this episode, Spencer sits down with Traci Vonnahme — Highland’s Transportation Director, Superintendent’s Secretary, Student Council Co-Sponsor, Communications Lead, and all-around go-to person who keeps things running smoothly! Traci talks about what it’s like to serve her hometown district, the inspiration behind Highland’s new website and mobile app, and what “Husky Pride” means to her.

Tune in for a fun and inspiring conversation that highlights the people, passion, and teamwork that make Highland thrive.
🎧 Listen now: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6PqhsVLqSE58s4K8vW5wac?si=ocEoR3M1R3Cz6k--3D21kQ

#HighlandCSD #ConversationsWithTheSuperintendent #HuskyPride #Podcast
3 months ago, Highland CSD
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