
🌟 New Staff Spotlight! 🌟
Meet our amazing new Administrative Assistant, Ms. Emily Gibson! 🎉
Need to report your student absent? 📞 Call the front office and let us know if your student won’t be in for the day. Ms. Gibson is ready to help! 🙌
Let’s give her a warm welcome to the team! 😊


🚨 Track Apparel Link is LIVE! 🚨
The official Track Apparel is available now, and the Golf collection is coming soon! ⛳️ But hurry—this is a VERY short window! The shop will only be open until March 14th!
Don't miss out on your chance to grab your gear! 🔥
👉https://highcallcustoms.com/collections/highmore-track-field?fbclid=IwY2xjawI2b3RleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHbP0UwGm_67nJXVxGDQuPctLazBiDeeLL5_n3mNrwoZFdu-WpVQZtV4jEw_aem_c0NVLTtBLpDlOBe17efpHw


🏀✨ SODAK 16 GAME ALERT! ✨🏀
🆚- Parkston Trojans
📅- Thursday, March 6
🕖- 6:00 pm
📍- @ The Corn Palace
🔗- https://www.youtube.com/live/ix3yOpbwLs0?si=nLLo7qqqPRSmbqme
Theme: Camo Night
It’s game time, and our girls are ready to dominate on the court at the Corn Palace! Join us TONIGHT at 6 PM as they fight for victory in the SODAK 16 game! 💪🔥
They’ve worked hard to get here, and we know they’ll give it their all! 🙌 GO TEAM! Let’s make some noise! 📣


🚨🚨 Now Hiring:
📚Superintendent/Special Education Director
Highmore-Harrold School District is looking for a dedicated leader to join our team! If you're passionate about making a difference in education, apply today.
🔗 Apply Now: Dakota Education Consulting https://www.dakotaedconsulting.org/all-cases-list/highmore-harrold-school-district/
📚 Elementary Teacher Position Open
Due to the district offering two sections of preschool and adding a full-day junior kindergarten, we have an open Elementary Teacher position to be filled! If you’re a certified teacher ready to inspire young minds, we want to hear from you!
🔗 Apply Using Certified Application https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4901/HHSD/4435091/Teacher_application-2009.pdf


Highmore-Harrold School District will have a 2-hour late start on WEDNESDAY, February 19th. Buses will run accordingly, and there will be no morning preschool.

🏅 Congratulations to JD Chavez, he is the 2025 126 lb. Middle School State Wrestling Champion!
🎖️ Congratulations to Mireya LeBeaux for placing 8th in 107lb.!
Their dedication, hard work, and determination have truly paid off.💪🏼
Keep shining! The future is bright! 🌟




The Highmore-Harrold School District joins districts across the state in celebrating South Dakota School Board Recognition Week from February 17-21.
This week is a great opportunity to recognize our school board members for their leadership, dedication, and service to our students, staff, and community. The individuals serving our district are:
✨ Jennifer Semmler, President
✨ Paula Haiwick, Vice President
✨ Amy Hoffman, Member
✨ Derek McCloud, Member
✨ Dusty Mitchell, Member
✨ Brandi Pekarek, Member
✨ Jim Stephenson, Member
Our school board members play a vital role in shaping the vision and goals of our district. They work hard to provide a high-quality education, hire dedicated educators, adopt policies, and ensure the success of our students.
During School Board Recognition Week, we invite students, staff, and community members to take a moment to thank these individuals for their commitment and service.
❤ Thank you to our school board members for all you do for the Highmore-Harrold School District! ❤


Highmore-Harrold School District will have a 2-hour late start on Tuesday, February 18th. Buses will run accordingly, and there will be no morning preschool.

🎭🏆 Congratulations to Our Outstanding Actors! 🏆🎭
We are beyond proud to celebrate Lei C, Logan C, and Conner H for receiving Outstanding Acting Awards at the Region One Act Play competition! Your hard work, dedication, and talent shined on stage, and this recognition is well deserved! 🌟🎬
The competition took place at JVC High School in Huron on January 29th, and we couldn’t be prouder of the entire cast and crew for their incredible performance.
👏👏 Let’s give a big round of applause to these amazing performers!




JH Acalympics Team Results (Pierre): ⚫️Team Black(Tenley M, Tilden C, Maya W, Marshall G, Avilee R) tied Pierre for 7th place 🔴Team Red (Adrianna V, Whitey B, Stetson Carroll, Jackson R) placed 10th out of 17




🎶 CALLING ALL FORMER BAND MEMBERS! 🎶
Did you love your time in band? Ready to bring back those epic music moments? 🥁🎺🎷
The HHS Music Department is bringing back the Alumni/Community Pep Band, and we want YOU to join us on Thursday, February 20th, 2025! 💚✨
If you're interested, contact Mrs. Kayla English by Monday, February 10th, 2025, or sign up using the Google Form:
🔗https://forms.gle/mgJ8r6a8DVjQL8KZ6
Let’s make music together again! 🎶🔥 Tag your old bandmates and spread the word! 🎺🥁🎷


🎉 February 3-7, 2025, marks National School Counseling Week! 🎉
This week is dedicated to shining a spotlight on the unique contributions school counselors make in schools and communities. The theme for 2025 is School Counseling: Helping Students Thrive – a reminder of how counselors guide students to achieve academic success, plan for their futures, and navigate life's challenges.
🌟Let’s celebrate the incredible impact of school counselors, who play a crucial role in helping students grow and succeed! 🌟
#NSCW25 #SupportOurCounselors


📢 Support Our Highmore Harrold Post Prom Fundraiser! 🎉🍕
We’re raising funds to provide food, entertainment, and prizes for all high school students attending the post-prom party! Order your favorite Little Caesars items and help us create an unforgettable night!
📅 Fundraiser Dates: Jan 29, 2025 – Feb 28, 2025
🔗 Order Here: https://fundraising.littlecaesars.com/products?support=e71ac6d9-6c90-4d17-be1b-18525c57c167&c=5
📌 Fundraiser ID: 38096
Thank you for your support! 💙 #PostProm


HHS Junior High Basketball Results - Iroquois/Lake Preston Tournament
🏀 Game 1: vs Wessington Springs - Lost in OT 27-29
🏀 Game 2: vs Desmet - Won 33-28
🏀 Game 3: vs JVC - Lost 30-41
🏀 Game 4: vs Iroquois/Lake Preston - Won 38-12


The Highmore-Harrold School District is currently accepting applications for an Administrative Assistant. Deadline to apply is February 4, 2025.
https://www.highmore-harrold.k12.sd.us/page/employment


🎭✨ One Act Play Alert! ✨🎭
Highmore-Harrold School proudly presents:
"Wait Wait... I Can Explain"
📅 Date: Sunday, January 26
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Hyde County Auditorium
Join us for an unforgettable evening of drama, laughter, and intrigue! Don’t miss your chance to experience this captivating performance brought to life by our talented cast.
🎟️ Bring your family and friends—this is a show you won’t want to miss!


🏀 UPDATED Brackets for the 281 Basketball Tournament! All games will be played in the Huron Arena🏆
📣 Here's the latest schedule:
Boys: 🕜 1:30 PM vs. JVC for the Consolation Championship
Girls: 🕕 6:00 PM vs. SC/W for the 281 Championship
🔥 Come out and support your teams as they battle it out on the court! Let’s bring the energy! 🙌



Highmore-Harrold School District will have a two hour late start on Tuesday, 1/21. Buses will run accordingly, and there will be no morning preschool.

🎁The junior class will have $5 Gift Certificates available at the concession stand at tonight's and tomorrow's basketball games.
🔴Great stocking stuffers!
📞Contact a Junior or a Junior Parent if you have questions or are interested in purchasing!


🎄 Elementary had a party of their own on Thursday! They played BINGO and there were MANY winners! 🎁Blanket Winners: Kaden S. & Elana F. ⚪️Blankets were donated by the Student Council and by Ms. Erickson








