Highland CUSD No. 5,
If you are interested in information regarding delivery routes and schedules for the LUNCH Bunch summer program, please use the following link: https://aptg.co/9FxFC-
If you are interested in information regarding delivery routes and schedules for the LUNCH Bunch summer program, please use the following link: https://aptg.co/9FxFC-
As we celebrate Staff and Teacher Appreciation Week, we are so very grateful for all of our Highland CUSD No. 5 employees.
Our team is committed to making our organization the best it can be for students, staff, and the community. It's tough work, but essential for the future.
Thank you for your passion, energy, and dedication to our schools and all that you do each day. You make a difference.
If you see one of our staff this week, be sure to say hello, send them a kind email, or share a smile and say thank you. They deserve it and appreciate the support in a day and age when working in a school takes heart and soul.
Good afternoon, Highland CUSD No. 5 Families,
Due to severe weather, please be aware that the Board of Education meeting for tonight has been postponed to next Monday, May 4th at 6 p.m. A new agenda will be sent out later this week.
The Young Author program has been rescheduled for Monday, May 18th at 6 p.m.
Thank you for your flexibility and understanding.
Due to severe weather, please be aware that the Board of Education meeting for tonight has been postponed to next Monday, May 4th at 6 p.m. A new agenda will be sent out later this week.
The Young Author program has been rescheduled for Monday, May 18th at 6 p.m.
Thank you for your flexibility and understanding.
Good Afternoon, Highland CUSD No 5. Stakeholders,
Thank you for your patience during this difficult day of weather. We are making decisions in the best interest of students and staff to maintain safety for all. Middle school and high school students have been dismissed as of 2:40 p.m. Elementary and Primary buildings will be a few minutes later than normal. Thank you for your cooperation to help ensure safety for all.
Thank you for your patience during this difficult day of weather. We are making decisions in the best interest of students and staff to maintain safety for all. Middle school and high school students have been dismissed as of 2:40 p.m. Elementary and Primary buildings will be a few minutes later than normal. Thank you for your cooperation to help ensure safety for all.
Thanks to all the local companies who joined us for the BEA Job Fair on Friday.. We appreciate you taking time to meet with students about local job opportunities.
Highland CUSD No. 5 Parents,
If interested in the Summer BRUNCH program, please click the following link for information:
https://aptg.co/txNbBS
If interested in the Summer BRUNCH program, please click the following link for information:
https://aptg.co/txNbBS
Online Registration for the 2026-2027 school year at Highland CUSD #5 is now open. .
All students planning to attend HCUSD #5 next year must register by May 22, 2026.
Parents may log into their PowerSchool Parent Portal (https://ps.highlandcusd5.org/public/home.html) , click on “forms,” and submit the forms tied to their student’s account.
If you have any questions, please email Tammy Stieb at tstieb@highlandcusd5.org.
All students planning to attend HCUSD #5 next year must register by May 22, 2026.
Parents may log into their PowerSchool Parent Portal (https://ps.highlandcusd5.org/public/home.html) , click on “forms,” and submit the forms tied to their student’s account.
If you have any questions, please email Tammy Stieb at tstieb@highlandcusd5.org.
Dear Highland CUSD #5 Families (Grades 6–12),
As we wrap up the school year, here’s what to expect with student Chromebooks over the summer:
Current 6th–7th graders and 9th–11th graders: Students keep their Chromebook over the summer and are expected to bring it back on the first day of school (charged and ready).
Current 8th graders: Students will turn in their Chromebook & Charger at the end of the year. They will receive a new Chromebook at the start of 9th grade (freshman year).
Chromebook Returns take place on May 19th during School.
There will be chromebooks available for students to use after these dates if needed.
Seniors (12th graders): Seniors may purchase their Chromebook for $50 or return it at the end of the year.
Chromebook Returns take place on May 6th - May 8th.
There will be chromebooks available for seniors to use after these dates if needed for finals.
Please continue to remind students to take care of their device and charger. Thank you for your help keeping our Chromebook program running smoothly!
Sincerely,
Jacob Cygan
Director of Technology
Highland CUSD #5
PHONE UPDATE at Highland CUSD #5-
Phone service should now be restored as service providers were able to find an alternate route that appears to have fixed the problem. Thank you for your patience.
Good Morning, Highland CUSD #5 Families,
We are aware that district phone lines are down, and incoming and outgoing calls are not working for district and school phones. We have communicated with both HCS and CTS and hope service is restored soon. If there is an emergency and you need to reach your child, please email the appropriate school attendance office. Thank you for your understanding.
https://www.highlandcusd5.org/
We are aware that district phone lines are down, and incoming and outgoing calls are not working for district and school phones. We have communicated with both HCS and CTS and hope service is restored soon. If there is an emergency and you need to reach your child, please email the appropriate school attendance office. Thank you for your understanding.
https://www.highlandcusd5.org/
Please see information on the 2026 Optimist Junior Golf Tournament
Save the date for the Class of 2026!
Highland CUSD NO. 5,
This message is specific to Alhambra Primary, but fyi to all district families. Due to the weather, power was lost in Alhambra today and was anticipated to be back on line later this morning. We have now been notified that power will not be restored until late this afternoon. We plan to be in session all day at all schools, but have invited parents to pick up kids at Alhambra Primary IF they prefer. Buses will run on normal schedules this afternoon. We have bottled water and an alternative lunch plan for Alhambra Primary so staff and students will be provided for throughout the day. Thank you for your continued support and cooperation as we deal with less than ideal conditions.
This message is specific to Alhambra Primary, but fyi to all district families. Due to the weather, power was lost in Alhambra today and was anticipated to be back on line later this morning. We have now been notified that power will not be restored until late this afternoon. We plan to be in session all day at all schools, but have invited parents to pick up kids at Alhambra Primary IF they prefer. Buses will run on normal schedules this afternoon. We have bottled water and an alternative lunch plan for Alhambra Primary so staff and students will be provided for throughout the day. Thank you for your continued support and cooperation as we deal with less than ideal conditions.
Good morning Highland CUSD No. 5,
As some of you may have heard, early in the week it was reported that a 2-word threat with a date was reported on a bathroom stall. Building and District administration worked with the Highland Police Department to investigate and identify the individual who was responsible for the threat. It was addressed and no further threat remains. The student was identified, admitted to writing the threat, and appropriate action was taken.
Now, we continue to chase spin-off social media posts regarding additional threats. We have no knowledge or proof of any additional threats being made. We are working with the Highland Police Department to run down any additional posts on social media claiming that a threat remains. PLEASE, we ask that all students, staff, parents and community members contact either the Highland High School administration or the Highland Police Department if you SEE or HEAR directly from an individual about an on-going threat. We will follow up and make sure all threats are taken seriously. We make safety and security our number one priority, but chasing ghosts is impossible. If you SEE something on social media, please screenshot it and report it to HHS administration or Highland Police Department.
Let me repeat, we are not aware of any additional threats at any Highland CUSD No. 5 building. We need to work as partners to ensure that all threats to the safety of our students and/or staff are investigated and appropriate action is taken to ensure our schools remain safe. Thank you for your continued support and cooperation.
As some of you may have heard, early in the week it was reported that a 2-word threat with a date was reported on a bathroom stall. Building and District administration worked with the Highland Police Department to investigate and identify the individual who was responsible for the threat. It was addressed and no further threat remains. The student was identified, admitted to writing the threat, and appropriate action was taken.
Now, we continue to chase spin-off social media posts regarding additional threats. We have no knowledge or proof of any additional threats being made. We are working with the Highland Police Department to run down any additional posts on social media claiming that a threat remains. PLEASE, we ask that all students, staff, parents and community members contact either the Highland High School administration or the Highland Police Department if you SEE or HEAR directly from an individual about an on-going threat. We will follow up and make sure all threats are taken seriously. We make safety and security our number one priority, but chasing ghosts is impossible. If you SEE something on social media, please screenshot it and report it to HHS administration or Highland Police Department.
Let me repeat, we are not aware of any additional threats at any Highland CUSD No. 5 building. We need to work as partners to ensure that all threats to the safety of our students and/or staff are investigated and appropriate action is taken to ensure our schools remain safe. Thank you for your continued support and cooperation.
On Monday, February 23, Highland High School administration was made aware of a written threat related to school safety. Administration immediately notified district leadership and School Resource Officer and initiated a thorough investigation.
The individual responsible for the threat was identified, and appropriate action has been taken. At this time, there is no concern for the safety of students or staff at Highland High School.
We appreciate the cooperation and support of our students, staff, families, and law enforcement partners in ensuring a safe learning environment. The safety and well-being of our school community remain our highest priority at Highland CUSD #5.
Be Kind
Please join the Highland Women's Club for a Trivia Night on March 21 at 7 pm at the KC Hall in Highland. Proceeds will benefit Meals on Wheels, Vocational Scholarships and the Angel Fund.
Please see the following message from Highland CUSD No. 5 regarding new Assistant Principals at Highland Primary School and Highland Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UmRMss6YQYIGSZSxjawecfAxDEdRR1ptjSQYGg0sx1s/edit?usp=sharing
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hpf6JJBW9uN6t-nyZuvuChfbSVXxUjHP5nMFtvHmeFY/edit?usp=sharing
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UmRMss6YQYIGSZSxjawecfAxDEdRR1ptjSQYGg0sx1s/edit?usp=sharing
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hpf6JJBW9uN6t-nyZuvuChfbSVXxUjHP5nMFtvHmeFY/edit?usp=sharing
Highland CUSD 5 Parents and Staff,
Highland CUSD No. 5 will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27. We hope to see some improved conditions over the next 24 hours and see what Wednesday holds. Thank you.
Highland CUSD No. 5 will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27. We hope to see some improved conditions over the next 24 hours and see what Wednesday holds. Thank you.
Highland CUSD 5 Parents and Staff,
Highland CUSD No. 5 will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 25. We will be in complete snow removal mode today and tomorrow and determine what Tuesday will look like. Stay warm and enjoy the beautiful weather!
Highland CUSD No. 5 will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 25. We will be in complete snow removal mode today and tomorrow and determine what Tuesday will look like. Stay warm and enjoy the beautiful weather!