Our JR high track team competed in the South Shelby MS meet last night. It was a late night, but both teams did a great job!


The Lewis County Community Teachers Association is hosting a Meet the Candidates Night on March 31, 2026, at 6:00 PM at Highland High School.
This is a great opportunity for our community to come out, hear from the candidates running for the Board of Education, and learn more about their perspectives on our district.
The event will include prepared questions as well as time for audience Q&A.
All community members are invited and encouraged to attend!
This is a great opportunity for our community to come out, hear from the candidates running for the Board of Education, and learn more about their perspectives on our district.
The event will include prepared questions as well as time for audience Q&A.
All community members are invited and encouraged to attend!

Senior Spotlight!

Senior Spotlight!

The Highland History Club hit the road and made the most of every minute on our KC trip!
We started off diving into history at the National WWI Museum and Memorial, where students got to experience exhibits and even see the Freedom Plane: Founding Documents on Tour—which was a pretty incredible moment bringing our nation’s story to life right in front of them. Standing inches from documents like the Treaty of Paris, a draft print of our nation's constitution, and an original engraving of our Declaration of Independence was definitely a once-in-a-lifetime moment!
From there, we headed to Union Station, Kansas City (which is history all by itself!), and explored the Immersive Titanic Exhibit—definitely a favorite stop for a lot of our group.
Day two took us to the National Frontier Trails Museum, where students connected what they had learned in the classroom to the real stories of westward expansion. We wrapped things up at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum, digging into presidential history and walking away with a deeper appreciation for Truman’s impact and the legacy he left behind.
In between all the learning, there was plenty of great food, lots of laughs, and some serious competition… including laser tag, where the students proudly claim victory over Mr. Arnsman!
We’re so proud of this group—not just for how much they learned, but for how well they represented Highland. Trips like this are what make history come alive! Thank you to everyone who made this unforgettable trip possible!
We started off diving into history at the National WWI Museum and Memorial, where students got to experience exhibits and even see the Freedom Plane: Founding Documents on Tour—which was a pretty incredible moment bringing our nation’s story to life right in front of them. Standing inches from documents like the Treaty of Paris, a draft print of our nation's constitution, and an original engraving of our Declaration of Independence was definitely a once-in-a-lifetime moment!
From there, we headed to Union Station, Kansas City (which is history all by itself!), and explored the Immersive Titanic Exhibit—definitely a favorite stop for a lot of our group.
Day two took us to the National Frontier Trails Museum, where students connected what they had learned in the classroom to the real stories of westward expansion. We wrapped things up at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum, digging into presidential history and walking away with a deeper appreciation for Truman’s impact and the legacy he left behind.
In between all the learning, there was plenty of great food, lots of laughs, and some serious competition… including laser tag, where the students proudly claim victory over Mr. Arnsman!
We’re so proud of this group—not just for how much they learned, but for how well they represented Highland. Trips like this are what make history come alive! Thank you to everyone who made this unforgettable trip possible!



There will be no concession stand at tonight's V/JV baseball games. Please feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks! Thank you for your patience!! GO COUGARS!!
On Saturday morning 3/21/26 Quiz Bowl traveled to Clark County to participate in the Conference Quiz Bowl Tournament. We 1st played the eventual J.V. Champions the home team from Clark County who won by the score of 240 to 140 resulting in our team competing within the consolation bracket where we took on the JV team from Monroe City who we defeated by the score of 220-30. It took us a while to get going but we eventually took 3rd place in the JV division. All conference honors go out to Even Frieden and Shaine Sutton for their strong performance throughout the JV competition.
Lewis County C-1 is pleased to announce that Miss Chynna Scott will be joining HES as a second grade teacher for the 2026-2027 school year! Welcome to Cougar Nation, Miss Scott!
#WeAreHighland
#GoCougars

Lewis County C-1 is pleased to announce the addition of Mrs. Avery Bennett to the first grade teaching team for the 2026-2027 school year. While Mrs. Bennett is not a new face in our district, we celebrate her move into a new grade level!
#WeAreHighland
#GoCougars

Congratulations to Kori Rossmiller for earning Distinguished Student Leader from Missouri Association of Student Councils today in Branson. Her dedication to Highland STUCO and MASC have been tremendous.


The junior high classes proudly invite the Lewis County community to attend their upcoming Civics Fair!
📅 March 26th
⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Highland High School
What is Civics?
Civics is the study of the rights and responsibilities of citizens and how government works. It’s all about understanding how we can be active, informed members of our community.
Come see our students in action as they showcase their learning, connect with local leaders, and explore ways to make a difference right here in Lewis County!
We hope to see you there!
📅 March 26th
⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Highland High School
What is Civics?
Civics is the study of the rights and responsibilities of citizens and how government works. It’s all about understanding how we can be active, informed members of our community.
Come see our students in action as they showcase their learning, connect with local leaders, and explore ways to make a difference right here in Lewis County!
We hope to see you there!

Blood drive Monday!

Senior Spotlight!

Highland is hiring!

The deadline to order a 2025-2026 HES yearbook is FRIDAY, MARCH 20!
Don’t miss out on capturing the memories of the 2025–2026 school year! Our yearbook is packed with photos, events, and moments you’ll want to look back on for years to come!
💲 Price: $16.00
📍 How to Order: https://shop.yearbookmarket.com/highlandelementaryschool
Secure your copy today before it’s too late!
#CougarPride
Don’t miss out on capturing the memories of the 2025–2026 school year! Our yearbook is packed with photos, events, and moments you’ll want to look back on for years to come!
💲 Price: $16.00
📍 How to Order: https://shop.yearbookmarket.com/highlandelementaryschool
Secure your copy today before it’s too late!
#CougarPride

Senior Spotlight!

Senior Spotlight!

Senior Spotlight!

Senior Spotlight!

The baseball games scheduled for Friday 3/20/26 vs. Schuyler Co have been postponed. Reschedule is pending. GO COUGARS!!
