MoCHIP is a FREE community service sponsored by the Missouri Masonic Children’s Foundation and local Missouri Freemasons. Families receive a comprehensive child identification kit designed to help law enforcement quickly access important identifying information if a child goes missing.

🔎 Why participate? Having this information readily available can help law enforcement respond more quickly in an emergency.

📍 Where: Highland Elementary School Old Gym
📅 When: October 27th & 28th
⏰ Time: 4:00–8:00 PM
💲 Cost: FREE!

🔒 Your privacy matters! No information is kept! MoCHIP is a child safety resource—no microchips are implanted.

We’re grateful to Monticello Lodge #58 and LaBelle Chapter #316 for providing this valuable service to families in our community. Please share this post to help spread the word and give more families the opportunity to participate!

Together, we can help keep our children safe!
about 4 hours ago, Highland Elementary School
MoCHIP Event Flyer
This is just a reminder that parent teacher conferences will be held at Highland High School from 4p-8p on Tuesday 10/27 and Wed 10/28. These conferences can be scheduled by emailing your student's teachers or parents can feel free to just walk in and see teachers by going room to room. We look forward to seeing you during P/T conferences!! GO COUGARS!!
about 4 hours ago, Highland AD
October Artists of the Month at HES! These students were responsible, respectful, and safe in the art room. Each day they came in with a positive attitude, helped others, and tried their best on what they were working on! Awesome job! 🎨
about 5 hours ago, Keelie O’Brien
artists of the month
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artists of the month
artists of the month
Let's try this again. Happy Birthday to Corinne Brinkley from the Highland Softball Family.
about 5 hours ago, Highland Softball
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Please read the Funding Shortfall letter attached. Community Stakeholders are invited to attend a Community Forum on Thursday night at Highland High School - flyer is attached too.
1 day ago, John French
image of a letter showing the funding Shortfalls or NE Public School Districts.  Highland is expected to be $400,000 underfunded in FY28, which is next school year.
Image of a flyer announcing a Town Hall meeting to be hosted at Highland High School on Thursday 10/29/26 to have guest speaker, Duane Martin, speak on the future of rural public education and the Missouri Legislative impacts.  There will be a panel discussion with superintendents from Canton, Knox County, Lewis County and Palmyra.
There will be a meeting on Wednesday, October 28 at 7 p.m. in the high school commons for the juniors and their parents to discuss prom and graduation information.
1 day ago, Mrs. Stephanie Gray
The LCC1 Board will hold their regular monthly meeting tomorrow (10/27/26) @ 5:30pm, with Open Session beginning @ 6pm. The full agenda can be viewed here: https://bit.ly/4zPG72T
1 day ago, John French
Image of the 10/27/26 Board Meeting Agenda - the full agenda is linked in the post.

Come support our local schools and enjoy a night full of basketball, laughter, and community fun! 🏀❤️

Check out the video linked below

https://youtu.be/vk8S8x-Uqy0

1 day ago, #GoCougars #CougarPride
Harlem Wizards
Harlem Wizards QR code
More Highland Softball Records for Keera Rothweiler. Keera finished her High School career with the following career school records: Career Hits - 214 (MSHSAA 5th), Career Runs - 225 (MSHSAA 2nd), Career Stolen Bases - 195 (MSHSAA 3rd), Consecutive Stolen Bases - 183 (new MSHSAA record), Career Triples - 22, Career Batting Average - 0.521, Career OBP% - 0.591, Career Slugging - 0.783, & Career Defensive Assists - 222. Keera also tied her own single season record of 62 runs scored, she extended her single season record of 61 stolen bases, she broke the single season OBP% with a mark of 0.625, Keera broke the single season walk record with 26 walks, and finally, Keera broke the single season defensive assists record with 70. What an unbeleiveable high school softball career. I feel so blessed to have had a front row bucket to witness her greatness. It was so much fun to be a part of it all.
2 days ago, Highland Athletics
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New Highland Softball team milestones & records. The 2026 Lady Cougars set new season team records with 328 runs scored (10.2 / game), 215 stolen bases (6.8 / game), & 137 walks (4.2 / game). This team was electric and so much fun to watch all year long.
2 days ago, Highland Athletics
team photo

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: FHC HVAC, PLUMBING & SEPTIC SYSTEMS!

TOMORROW IS THE BIG DAY! JUST 1 DAY UNTIL THE HARLEM WIZARDS COME TO HIGHLAND!

As we prepare for an unforgettable night of basketball, laughter, and community fun, we have one final sponsor to recognize. And we couldn't think of a better way to finish our Sponsor Spotlights than by recognizing another local business that stepped up when it mattered most!

Today, we're proud to shine the spotlight on Blake Hetzler, owner of FHC HVAC, Plumbing & Septic Systems!

KEEPING OUR HOMES COMFORTABLE AND HELPING BUILD A STRONGER COMMUNITY!

Living in a small community means something special. It means knowing your neighbors, lending a hand when someone needs it, and understanding that the things we do today can make a difference for generations to come.

Blake Hetzler understands the importance of giving back, and his support of this fundraiser is a perfect example of that!

At FHC HVAC, Plumbing & Septic Systems, Blake and his team work to help local families and businesses with the things we often take for granted until something goes wrong!

Air conditioner not keeping up with the summer heat?

Furnace giving you trouble when Missouri decides it's suddenly winter?

Plumbing or septic system causing headaches?

FHC is a local business to remember when those problems come knocking!

Offering heating and cooling services, plumbing, and septic system work, FHC helps take care of the homes and businesses that make up our community.

But today, we're celebrating something that can't be measured in service calls or completed jobs.

We're celebrating a business owner who chose to invest in our kids.

Through his generous sponsorship of our Harlem Wizards fundraiser, Blake is helping support the D.A.R.E. and after-prom programs at Canton R-V and Lewis County C-1.

These programs represent more than just activities. They provide opportunities to educate, encourage, and support our students while helping create positive experiences and lasting memories.

And none of this happens without people who are willing to step up and help make it possible.

BLAKE, FROM THE BOTTOM OF OUR HEARTS, THANK YOU!

Thank you for your generosity. Thank you for believing in our schools and our students. Thank you for helping turn an idea into an event that will bring two school districts and an entire community together.

Your support is making a difference, and we want you to know how much it is appreciated!

NOW, LEWIS COUNTY, IT'S OUR TURN!

The next time you need work done on your heating or cooling system, plumbing, or septic system, remember the business that was there when our students needed support.

🔧 FHC HVAC, Plumbing & Septic Systems
📍 Taylor, Missouri
📞 573-822-4284
📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fhcplumbing/


Give their Facebook page a follow, share this spotlight, and help spread the word!

AND TO ALL THREE OF OUR INCREDIBLE SPONSORS...

Lewistown Tire, Nationwide Transport, and FHC HVAC, Plumbing & Septic Systems:

We want each of you to know just how grateful we are.

You didn't have to say yes. You didn't have to contribute. But you did, and because of that generosity, we are able to bring something truly special to our schools and community.

Our students may not fully understand everything that goes into making events like this happen, but we do. And we will not forget the businesses that helped make it possible.

Supporting local businesses isn't just about keeping money in our community. It's about supporting the very people who continue to show up for our families, our schools, and our kids.

TOMORROW NIGHT, IT ALL COMES TOGETHER!

The Harlem Wizards. The Big Cats. Two school districts. One community. And a gymnasium full of people coming together for an incredible cause!

📅 Monday, October 26, 2026
⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 Highland High School

🎟️ DON'T MISS OUT! GET YOUR TICKETS!

https://api.harlemwizardsinabox.com/game/event/lewistownmo10-26-26-06-30pm/

THANK YOU, BLAKE HETZLER AND FHC HVAC, PLUMBING & SEPTIC SYSTEMS!

When our local businesses stand behind our students, it's our responsibility to stand behind them.

👏 SHOP LOCAL. SUPPORT LOCAL. INVEST IN OUR FUTURE! 👏

2 days ago, #GoCougars #CougarPride
FHC HVAC, PLUMBING & SEPTIC SYSTEMS
Our 8th grade scientists got hands-on with Missouri geology during our Making a Cave Lab! Students modeled how limestone dissolves over time, creating the caves and underground features found in Missouri’s karst landscape. Through this activity, students explored how water shapes the land beneath our feet and helps form the fascinating cave systems found throughout our state.
3 days ago, Heather Jones
students conducting making a cave lab
students conducting making a cave lab
students conducting making a cave lab
students conducting making a cave lab
students conducting making a cave lab
students conducting making a cave lab
students conducting making a cave lab
students conducting making a cave lab
students conducting making a cave lab
Our 7th grade scientists have been studying photosynthesis and took a closer look at the tiny openings on leaves called stomata! These small pores allow carbon dioxide to enter the leaf and oxygen and water vapor to exit. Students explored how these tiny structures play an important role in helping plants make their own food and survive.
3 days ago, Heather Jones
students using microscopes during a he stomata lab
students using microscopes during a he stomata lab
students using microscopes during a he stomata lab
students using microscopes during a he stomata lab
students using microscopes during a he stomata lab
students using microscopes during a he stomata lab
The Marching Highlanders traveled today and completed in the City of Maples Marching Festival and had an amazing day! We brought home some hardware! 🥇1st in indoor Percussion 🥇1st in Class 2 Field Show 🏆Outstanding General Effect 🥉3rd in indoor Guard 🏆4th place in Parade
3 days ago, Mr. Sparks
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The Highland Lady Cougar softball season came to an end today, as the team lost to the undefeated #1 ranked team in the state. The Lady Cougars led 2-0 through 4 innings, but ended up losing to the Marceline Lady Tigers by a score of 3-10. Highland finished with a record of 24-9.
3 days ago, Highland Athletics
These five Highland runners represented Highland incredibly well today! So proud of their hard work, dedication and their performances. Way to #GoCougars!!
3 days ago, John French
from Left to Right: Jordyn Bringer, Leah Caudill, and Natalie Wilson.
from left to right: Greyson Matson and Nick Caudill
The girls celebrating after their race and excellent performances by each of them.
from left to right: Leah Caudill, Greyson Matson, Nick Caudill, Natalie Wilson and Jordyn Bringer represented Highland well today at the MS State Championships!
Congratulations to Highland Lady Cougar's All State medalist - Natalie Wilson finished 25th out of over 100 of Missouri's top Class 2 runners at the MS State Championship race at Lucas Oil Speedway in Wheatland, Missouri! Way to #GoCougars!!
3 days ago, John French
Natalie Wilson receives her 25th place All-State medal for the Class 2 MS State Championship XC race in Wheatland this morning!
Natalie Wilson - All State Medalist for the Lady Cougars MS XC team on stage accepting her 25th place medal!
Congratulations to the Highland JH girls Natalie Wilson (25th - 14:48), Jordyn Bringer (45th - 15:41) and Leah Caudill (67th - 16:40). They competed with over 100 of Missouri's Class 2 MS runners. Way to #GoCougars!
3 days ago, John French
Natalie Wilson passing several runners and getting a great position at the start of the race.
Jordyn Bringer and Leah Caudill fighting for a good position at the start of the race
Natalie Wilson about a half mile into the race and making her way to the top 25.
Jordyn Bringer pulling ahead of a pack of runners.
Jordyn Bringer heading into a big hill in the last mile of the course.
Leah Caudill heading into a big hill and challenging two runners during the final mile of the race.
Natalie Wilson pulling away from a couple of competitors kicking into high gear at the finish to secure an All State Medal!
Jordyn Bringer heading into the final stretch of the 2 mile race.

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: NATIONWIDE TRANSPORT!

ONLY 2 DAYS UNTIL THE HARLEM WIZARDS COME TO HIGHLAND!

As we continue counting down to game day, we want to recognize another incredible sponsor whose generosity has helped make this fundraiser possible!

Today, we're proud to recognize Andrew Eisenbeiss and NATIONWIDE TRANSPORT of La Grange, Missouri!

MOVING FREIGHT ACROSS THE COUNTRY. MAKING A DIFFERENCE RIGHT HERE AT HOME!

There's something special about seeing someone grow up in a small community, build a successful business, and then turn around and invest in the very place they call home.

That's exactly the kind of story worth celebrating!

Andrew comes from a family with deep roots in the trucking industry. Following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather, he took nearly 20 years of industry experience and turned a vision into reality when he founded Nationwide Transport in 2024.

But what makes that story even better? He chose to build that future right here in Lewis County!

With a multimillion-dollar investment in La Grange and a commitment to creating local jobs, Nationwide Transport is helping our community grow while providing professional transportation services to customers across the country.

And now, Andrew has taken that commitment one step further by helping support the students of Canton R-V and Lewis County C-1!

Through his generous sponsorship of our Harlem Wizards fundraiser, Andrew is helping us raise money for our schools' D.A.R.E. and after-prom programs.

These programs matter. They help educate our students, encourage positive choices, provide safe opportunities, and create experiences that go far beyond the classroom.

Andrew, THANK YOU!

Thank you for remembering where you came from. Thank you for believing in the future of Lewis County. And thank you for being willing to invest not only in our local economy, but in our young people.

Your support means more than you know, and we're incredibly grateful to have Nationwide Transport as part of this event!

NOW, LET'S RETURN THE SUPPORT!

Nationwide Transport provides professional freight transportation services, including dedicated shipping, truckload transportation, and temperature-controlled freight.

Whether you're a business looking for dependable freight transportation or an experienced CDL driver looking for your next opportunity, we encourage you to check them out!

📍 Nationwide Transport
14 Industrial Drive, La Grange, MO
📞 573-723-3002
🌐
www.natwidetransport.com
🚛 Driver Opportunities:
www.drivenatwide.com

Lewis County, let's show Andrew and the entire Nationwide Transport team how much we appreciate them!

Give their business a follow, share this post, and help spread the word about a company that's investing in the future of our community.

Because when businesses are willing to go the extra mile for our kids, they deserve a community willing to go the extra mile for them!

🏀 HARLEM WIZARDS VS. THE BIG CATS! 🏀

📅 October 26, 2026
⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 Highland High School

🎟️ Get your tickets here:
https://api.harlemwizardsinabox.com/game/event/lewistownmo10-26-26-06-30pm/

THANK YOU, ANDREW EISENBEISS AND NATIONWIDE TRANSPORT!

❤️ EXCELLENCE IN EVERY DIRECTION. INCLUDING RIGHT HERE AT HOME! ❤️

3 days ago, #GoCougars #CougarPride
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Congratulations to Nick Caudill who finished 63rd (14:21) and Greyson Matson who finished 83rd (14:43) out of 150 runners at the MS State Championship Class 2 XC race. Way to #GoCougars!
3 days ago, John French
Nick Caudill at the start of the MS State Championship XC Race.
Greyson Matson running at the start of the MS State Championship XC race in Wheatland.
Nick Caudill getting ready to pass 2 runners on the inside of the curve.
Greyson Matson leading a small pack of runners at the MS State Championship XC race for class 2.
Nick Caudill nearing the finish at the State Championship.
Nick Caudill in the final stretch of the race passing another runner.
Greyson Matson sprinting into the finish at the MS State Championship race.