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.
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.
The Highland CUSD5 IT Department is looking for a new logo!
Our Marketing class did an outstanding job designing several creative logo options. Students were given the opportunity to vote, and the top three logos have been selected.
Congratulations to the winners! 🎉
Our Marketing class did an outstanding job designing several creative logo options. Students were given the opportunity to vote, and the top three logos have been selected.
Congratulations to the winners! 🎉
Please see the following message from Highland CUSD No. 5 regarding our new Special Services Director for 2026-2027.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/17d4YI-ngB1FNUIcVjlOvkMjx5jd7z5j5nT-tD1fsyIk/edit?usp=sharing
https://docs.google.com/document/d/17d4YI-ngB1FNUIcVjlOvkMjx5jd7z5j5nT-tD1fsyIk/edit?usp=sharing
Looking for ACT support? Check out this bootcamp at Father McGivney Catholic High School.
Check out our latest School Counseling Newsletter. It contains academic tips, college fair info, Gateway CEO events and much more.
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Save the date- College Fair at SWIC
March 18th
6-8pm
More info: https://www.swic.edu/students/services/advising/college-fair/
March 18th
6-8pm
More info: https://www.swic.edu/students/services/advising/college-fair/
It's National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day, and all of us at HHS would like to thank Officer Nathan Biggs! Thanks for all you do to support the staff and students at HHS!
Congratulations on Grace Hays finishing 2nd at the IHSA Sectional and advancing to the State tournament next weekend in Rockford. Also congrats to the entire team on a great season.
It's crowded at the St Clair Bowl, but the Highland Lady Bulldogs are off to a great start at the IHSA Sectional.
Culinary occupations students baked king cakes to celebrate Mardi Gras--hands-on learning, tasty results! If you find the baby in your slice, it brings good luck! 💜💛💚👨🍳
“The Varsity Bulldogs hockey playoff game for tonight has been postponed to Thursday, at 8:15p at RP rink in Edwardsville. Let’s pack the stands on Thursday night vs Triad. ALL students get in FREE!”
Food students worked hard this week planning and designing cookies. These students were the Best Cookie Design Award winners in their classes!
Foods and nutrition students decorated cookies with icing for the first time and the results were amazing! #talentedbeginner
Highland girls bowling getting ready to start the afternoon session at the IHSA Regional. Right now they set in 3rd place and are looking to move up.
It's hard to believe, but today marks the midterm of 3rd quarter. This morning, we reviewed the final exam policy for semester 2 on the announcements. See this link or the HHS website for more information: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-M1xsGQ3Kw5-UgPUSse3a8nvxFO1eMDSvtDAaD_oVFw/edit?usp=sharing
Rock n’ Roll Bingo is back! 🎶🎉 Join us for a fun-filled night of music and bingo where classic hits meet classic numbers. Whether you’re a music lover, bingo fan, or just looking for a great time, this event has something for everyone. All proceeds benefit the Highland Band and Choir Boosters.
It's National School Counseling Week, and today we want to recognize Mrs. Katelyn Hagarty. Thank you for building strong connections with our students and for setting them on their paths to success!
It's National School Counseling Week, and today we want to recognize Mrs. Amber Spaeth. Thank you for providing our students with the support and the tools they need to be successful at HHS and beyond!
Bad news: We had to cancel our NYC Trip Trivia Night Fundraiser for the choir kids because of the awful snow storm!
Good news: We were able to reschedule it!! The NEW date is FRIDAY FEB. 20th at the Highland Sharpshooters Club! Get your team together and support an awesome cause (and have fun at the same time!) Follow the QR code to register your team!
School counselors have been at HMS meeting with students to talk about careers and choose their freshman course requests. Thanks to our CTE department for purchasing the career guides that explain opportunities in a variety of career pathways.
