Ms. Holly from the Highlands Biological Station visited several of our classrooms today. Highlands School is blessed with wonderful community resrouces that partner with our teachers and students.

Students from Mr. Brown's World History class had an assignment to build a model structure of Roman Architecture since they are studying Ancient Rome. This group decided to build the Colosseum. Along with constructing a model of the Colosseum, they also had to write a narrative about a person during Roman times, make a blueprint along with the dimensions, and also write ten facts about the building.
Pictured left to right: Ariel, Mallory, Lucas, Tate, Cayden, Nicole




Spring Picture day, and Senior Cap and Gown picture day, on Wednesday, March 8th. Flyers were sent home or will be sent home this week. Both individual and group pictures will be taken of all students on March 8th, as follows:
For Senior cap and gown and K-11 Individual Pictures:
All students will have a group picture taken and then their individuals. Envelopes will be sent home before picture day. Picture packages may be preordered online using the EVT Code on the flyers, or purchased on picture day. Students who do not purchase a package prior to, or day of, will receive a proof sheet with a new unique access code per student, that the parent can then use to purchase the images if they decide after picture day. Those with preorders will be sent their packages after picture day. Please provide exact change for any cash orders. We have no means to make change. All checks should be made payable to Lifetouch.
For Group Pictures:
K-12 group pictures must be paid for online prior to picture day, or on picture day. The cost of the K-11 group photo is $12.81 and includes tax. The cost of the senior group photo is $15.00. Please provide exact change for any cash orders. We have no means to make change. All checks should be made payable to Lifetouch.

Check out this wonderful opportunity for rising 4th and 5th grade students. If you have any quesitons, please reach out to Holly Theobald at holly@highlandsbiological.org

This week, Highlands students are participating in the North Carolina Children’s Book Award voting along with other students from across the state.


Highlands School celebrates Read Across America!

Highlands School celebrates the 100th day! Hooray for 100 days of learning!
Mrs. Mason's class participated in an escape room activity where students had to use their reading, writing, and math skills.




The Fancloth store is open! Please use the link below if you are interested in purchasing Highlands School spirit wear:
https://fancloth.shop/erskb
You will need to put a cheerleader's name at checkout. Here is an included list of high school and middle school cheerleaders below:
Middle School & High School Cheerleaders
Anna Stiehler
Annamaria Silverthorn
Arabel Aulisio
Bella Lopez
Bria Taylor
Brooke Fogarty
Cassie McDowell
Darby Templeton
Evengelina Silverthorn
Hayden Andrews
Kaki Dyleski
Katie Earp
Layla Babac
Libby Hall
Rea Miller
Sara McDonald
Savannah Bozeman
Shirley Diaz
Soraya Lopez
The store will remain open until February 20th. Thank you for your continued support.

Highlands School Kindergarten Orientation- Tuesday, March 14, 2023 @ 10:00 am

On January 27th we will be playing Varsity basketball at home against Blue Ridge beginning with varsity girls at 6:00. This night will serve as two special occasions.
First, it is our senior night and seniors will be recognized between the varsity girls and boys games.
And second, we are calling the game "BLACK OUT AGAINST CANCER". We will be wearing our away black uniforms and encourage everyone to wear black to show your support for cancer awareness. We will be wearing Black out T-Shirts as shown below, and if you would like to purchase one email Coach Lamb at: brett.lamb@macon.k12.nc.us with your size. The coast is $ 15.00 per shirt. You can pay with cash, checks payable to the Highlands Booster Club, or you can venmo Coach Lamb at @Brett-Lamb-45. T-shirt orders will be sent this Friday Jan 20th. If you have not paid I will not order your shirt. Part of the game proceeds will be donated to cancer research.
We hope to see all of you on this special night January 27th!

Christmas Around The World field trip at OEI!
We have such wonderful community resources here in Highlands.

High School exams begin tomorrow!
2:10 dismissal for ALL students tomorrow, December 13.
Mrs. Holbrooks and Mrs. Cashion organized a special brunch to show recognition to the custodial staff and the local law enforcement.
Mrs. Cashion, teacher, and her student helpers prepared a brunch for custodial staff and law enforcement, Just a little thank you for all the BIG jobs they have each day. The group enjoyed eggs, grits, toast, bacon, sausage, biscuts, homemade jam, and a wonderful hashbrown casserole.
Highlands School is a great place to work and learn. We appreciate everyone that helps to make our school so special.

Rotary President Chris Wilkes presented checks to the teachers at Highlands School today.
Thank you, Rotary! We have such a wonderful community that supports Highlands School.
Pictured: Ms. Potts (Kindergarten teacher) and Mr. Holmes (high school science teacher)

We are excited to invite you to participate in the Rada Cutlery Fundraiser for the Macon County School Nutrition Department.
Rada Cutlery offers kitchen knives, utensils, gift sets, pans, mixes, and cookbooks.
The fundraiser will run from November 14, 2022 to December 16, 2022.
Proceeds will go to the School Nutrition Department to assist in funding small wares, equipment, and training for staff.
Please visit our store at: https://radafundraising.com/?rfsn=6945673.0b9dfa. You may also view a printed catalog in our school cafeterias.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact the School Nutrition Department at 828-524-8771.
Thank you for your support!
Game Day!

PTO says thank you!

Mark your calendars for the Highlands School Winter Holiday Music Performance!
When: Thursday, Dec 8
Where: Highlands School Old Gym
Time: 6:30 p.m.

There will no be school for students November 21st through November 25. Enjoy your Thanksgiving holiday.

The SGA is celebrating homecoming week November 28-December 2.
Spirit Week Dress— ALL students participate
Monday, November 28: BBQ Dad vs. Soccer Mom
Tuesday, November 29: Favorite Holiday
Wednesday, November 30: Adam Sandler (high school and middle school) / Wacky Wednesday (Elementary)
Thursday, December 1: Country vs. Country Club
Friday, December 2: Blue and Gold

