Highland High School

TRIMESTER 3, 2024-25

CALENDARS

These calendars are continually updated and provide all of the important academic and athletic/activities dates for the school year. Please look at them regularly for questions about calendar items.

May 19-May 24, 2025

Highland Parent, Student, and Ram Supporter,

What an amazing school year! We are so proud of our students and staff this year. It has been full of growth and good memories. We are excited for our Seniors, to see them take the next step in their lives. We will miss them and we will cherish the memories we have had with them here at Highland. We are equally excited for the new freshman coming in and next years sophomore's, juniors, and seniors. The 2025-26 school year is going to be great. We hope everyone has a safe, relaxing, and fun summer.

Freshman, Sophomore's, and Juniors last day of is next Thursday 5/29/25. Graduation is at the ICCU Dome at 10am on Friday 5/30/25.

Yearbook distribution is scheduled for this Tuesday 5/20/25 & Wednesday 5/21/25 during lunch. There are still 100 yearbooks that can be purchased, first come-first serve, at $75 each.

Reminder that next Monday, 5/26/25, we do not have school for Memorial Day. All students except graduates will come back for school on Tuesday 5/27/25 and finals on Wednesday 5/28/25-Thursday 5/29/25.

CLASS OF 2025 IMPORTANT INFORMATION

For our graduates, important information will continually be updated on Highland Class of 2025 Important Info/Events.

Graduates, your seating assignments for graduation are now available to pick up in the main office. Rehearsal is May 29th and you need to be in your seats by 7:30 am. See Melissa in the Main office to get your seating assignment so you know where to go when you get there.

GRADUATION DRESS AND CONDUCT

Graduation is a formal academic occasion and should be viewed as such in dress and demeanor. The dress and conduct code for graduation is as follows:

Graduates are required to wear caps and gowns to participate in the graduation ceremony.
Clothing must be appropriate for school, in accordance with the school's dress code policy and must be worn underneath the gown. Be neat in your appearance.
No noise makers, beach balls, or anything that distracts or interrupts the ceremony.
Native American students who are members of a federally recognized tribe may wear traditional cultural and religious items inclusive of an eagle feather, and beaded items such as a necklace or medallion during graduation ceremonies.
Caps (mortarboards) must be worn flat on the head with the edges parallel to the floor, rather than angled toward the back or the side.
Caps will not be thrown during the ceremony.
No decoration or writing of any kind is to be placed on the mortarboard with the exception of tribal beading around the edge of the mortarboard for federally recognized Native American students.
Only approved cords and hoods in recognition of scholastic achievement and military designation may be worn over the gown.
Sunglasses are not to be worn.
Gaudy or excessive jewelry is prohibited. Minimal jewelry, scarves and/or ties may be worn under the gown.
Graduates should not carry flowers, cameras or anything else during the commencement ceremony.
Talking or other verbal communication should not distract from the graduation. Eating or drinking during the ceremony is prohibited.
Graduates who do not follow the dress and conduct code as outlined above, may be removed from the line-up at the administrator's discretion.
Parents are not allowed on the turf before or after graduation. Graduates will hand in robes after graduation, so please get all your pictures done beforehand.

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Here is a run down of the events for our graduates:

Check with the Bursar, Mrs. Huelsman (huelsms1@sd25.us) for any outstanding fees. Fees must be paid by June 1st.
To purchase Senior Photos taken by Bell Photography that will be displayed at graduation... CLICK HERE. Code is HighlandHS25Senior2425.
Graduates, please check in your chromebooks in the media center, when you are done using them in your classes. If you do not check in your chromebook, it will go on your fine list.
5/22/25 Senior Finals.
5/22/25-Seniors Last Day of School.
5/23/25 Senior Finals Makeup Day.
5/29/25 8am Mandatory Graduation Rehearsal at the ICCU Dome (do not need to wear cap and gown). If a student doesn’t attend then they will not be allowed to walk at graduation.
5/29/25 10:30am Senior Brunch & Awards @ ISU Wood River Room in Student Union Building.
5/30/25 Graduates arrive at the ICCU Dome for Graduation at 9am.
5/30/25 10am Highland Graduation at the ICCU DOME. Youtube link for graduation= Coming Soon.
5/30/25 10pm-3am Senior All Night Party @ Highland, Tickets available soon, cost is $25 per person.
Graduates can pay their fees and pick up their diploma from the Highland Registrar @ Highland Gateway Building (East of the Tennis Courts) 9am-12pm on Tuesday 6/3/25 and Wednesday 6/4/25.
Class of 2025, you have until June 9th to request a final transcript without getting charged. After June 9th it costs $5. Every student going to college will need a final high school transcript sent to that college before their enrollment begins.

HIGHLAND DRAMA PATTY DUKE AWARDS & SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL

Congratulations to Highland Drama who brought home several awards from the Patty Duke Awards!

Outstanding Musical Production.
Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble.
Outstanding Actor in Lead Role:
- Milee Dayley.
- Cooper Powers.
Outstanding Actor in Supporting Role:
- Bella Minnig.
Outstanding Student Sound Design:
- McKenzie Winward.
Patty Duke Awards-Jimmy Awards National Finalist:
- Milee Dayley.

Way to go Highland Drama and we are so proud of all these awards! They are well deserved.

Do not miss your chance to come see these award winning Highland Drama students in action in their final performance of the year, Seussical The Musical. The show begins this Thursday 5/22/25 running nightly at 7pm through Tuesday 5/27/25 with a matinee on Saturday 5/24/25 at 1pm. Cost is $10 adult, $7 student. Purchase tickets in advance at https://highlandhs.booktix.com/.

STATE RESULTS/END OF SPRING EXTRACURRICULARS

Congratulations to all our spring extracurriculars that competed in district, regional, and state competitions over the last couple of weeks.

Great job to Highland ESports Valorant Team who took 8th at State.

Great job to Baseball, Softball, and Tennis who all had great seasons.

Congratulations to Highland Track & Field at State, here are the results...

Boys finished 9th and Girls finished 11th.
Boys Results:
- Spencer Van Orden took 3rd in the 100m dash. He was crowned champion and setting a new state record in both the 300m hurdles and the 110m hurdles! Great job Spencer! Congratulations!!
- Owen Jordan, Chance Wells, Krue Hogan, and Spencer Van Orden took 3rd in the 4X400m relay.
- Spencer Smith took 5th in the 1600.
Girls Results:
- Gracee Anderson took 2nd in the 400.
- Leigh Ellis took 3rd in 300m Hurdles.
- Devree Bell, Reese Valentine, Lauryn Bringhurst, and Gracee Anderson took 3rd in the 4X200m Relay.
- Brynli Knudsen, Mackenzie Tucker, Emma McCormick, and Halle Velasquez took 4th in the 4X800m Relay.
- Lauryn Bringhurst took 6th in the shot put.

Congratulations to the entire Track & Field Team and Coaches on an amazing season!

Congratulations to Highland Band at their State Ensemble Competition. We had 28 students compete, with several entries placing and other notable performances as well. Here are the results:

Ethan Snelders - Trumpet Solo - 2nd Place
Korben Miller - Tuba Solo - 3rd Place
Brass Sextet - 2nd Place
Large Percussion Ensemble - 2nd Place
Saxophone Quartet - 3rd Place
Small Percussion Ensemble - 6th Place
Annalynne Gulden - Horn Solo - 6th Place
Gideon Bolin - Euphonium Solo - 6th Place
Addison Thomsen - Trombone Solo - 11th Place
Seth Rasmussen - Euphonium Solo - 11th Place
Brass Trio - 6th Place
Brass Trio - 7th Place

Great job Highland Band on an awesome year!

FINAL HIGHLAND CHOIR AND BAND CONCERTS OF THE SCHOOL YEAR

Tonight, Monday at 7:30pm, is the final Highland Choir Concert of the school year at the Calvary Chapel. Come support our amazing choir.

On Thursday 5/22/25 our Highland Band will hold their last performance of the school year at 7pm at Century High School's auditorium. Come support our amazing band.

REMINDERS FROM THE HIGHLAND REGISTRAR

Seniors,

As the end of your high school career nears please make sure to request your final high school transcript while it is still free to you. Final transcripts will show your graduation date, final GPA, class ranking and all courses taken along with the letter grades received. If you are going to college you MUST request this...you were accepted based on your in progress transcript but you will not be enrolled unless they receive your official final transcript. Scan the QR code below and submit the google doc. selecting FINAL transcript request. Please see your counselor, CCA or the Registrar's if you have any questions.

Juniors,

Remember that you must have the required Meningococcal immunization prior to the first day of your senior year. The State of Idaho requires this immunization as a requirement for school admittance.

Please fax updated immunization proofs to 208-237-1350 or email whitehel@sd25.us so we can update records and verify your student is in compliance. Your doctor's office can fax records on your behalf with your permission.

Families,

As we approach the end of the school year, we want to ensure that we have your most accurate contact information on file. Having accurate address information is crucial for us to effectively communicate with you regarding important school events, updates, and emergency situations.

If you have moved or if your current address is incorrect, please update your address with the Registrar's office as soon as possible. You will need to provide 2 current proofs of residency listed below.

Acceptable Proof of Residency (The document must bear the parent or legal guardian's full name and residential address where the parent or legal guardian resides with the student must be submitted (no PO Boxes). Documents must be within 30 days to be considered current.)

· Valid Idaho driver's license, Idaho Identification Card, Tribal Identification Card, or Idaho Motor Vehicle Registration

· Real estate deed or mortgage documents

· Property tax bill

· Residential lease or rental agreement, including Section 8 agreement or off-base military housing (must be on letterhead or Rental Company stationary).

· Current Utility Bill (Gas, Electric, water) with name and service address. Disconnect notices will not be accepted.

If you have any questions you can contact the Registrar's Office at 208-237-1300 extension 3. or via email at whitehel@sd25.us

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our records accurate.

Kindly,

Elaine Whitehead

Highland High School Registrar

Phone (208)237-1300

Fax (208)237-1350

COLLEGE & CAREER ADVISORS

Senior Celebration – Tuesday, May 13th, 8:45 am

Seniors, Families and Fans of Seniors, it is time again for our Senior Celebration Assembly. All senior supporters are invited to join us. It will begin at the start of first hour that day (8:32 am) and should wrap in about 45 minutes or an hour. Seniors wear their caps and gowns, can wear a decorated cap and cultural or family tokens (not allowed on graduation day), and can sit with their friends. We recognize and applaud all our seniors on this occasion; it is truly a celebration. There will be a reception in the small gym with light refreshments and opportunities for photos after the assembly. In case the weather is uncooperative, the event will happen in the small gym. Please join us.

Final Launch Offers – Accept Them by May 16th

Seniors who applied for Idaho Launch and who received contingent offers that they accepted, received their final Launch offers on April 25th by email from Launch and the Workforce Development Council. If you accepted your contingent offer, we assume you will want to accept your final Launch offer. The deadline to accept final Launch offers is Friday, May 16th. There are a number of steps to complete to get Launch all tucked away. Seniors can follow the steps at home or can visit the CCAs who will be glad to walk students through the process. Pay attention to email, deadlines, and things to do so that your Launch money does not float away.

Order Transcripts for Dual Credit

Seniors who earned dual credit for their coursework will need to order and pay for official transcripts and have them sent wherever they intend to enroll. Highland offers dual credit through Idaho State University, College of Western Idaho, and College of Southern Idaho. If a student plans to attend Idaho State, he or she is all set; ISU already has an academic record for you. Otherwise, the CCAs will help students order and pay for dual credit transcripts. Seniors will need a debit or credit card and will need to know their full Social Security number. Visit the CCAs in C-36.

Seniors: Decide

Dear Seniors, do have a decision or decisions to make? As hard as it is to have adulthood look you square in the face, it will feel good to decide and then chart your course. Have any questions about decisions, options, the future? Stop by and visit the CCAs.

Need a Resume?

Students in any class: are you headed into the workforce for the summer or after graduation? Are you applying for a summer internship or work experience? If you don’t have a resume, the CCAs will be glad to help you draft one up.

Juniors – Good for Scholarships. Take the ACT.

Junior students, here’s a thought. You took the SATs in April. You can use your state Advanced Opportunities money for an ACT test. If you know that you will rely on scholarship money to pay for college, the most generous scholarships go to students who 1) have a really strong academic record, and 2) lights-out college entrance exam scores. Take the ACT this coming summer, pay for it in advance, bring us your email confirmation receipt when we return to school, and we will get you reimbursed. Prep for the ACT over the summer, when you don’t have other academics competing for your attention, and it should work out for you. Idaho State University is a testing site for the ACT, but they have a limited number of seats, so sign up soon if this is your plan. There are three upcoming summer / early fall test dates:

June 14

July 12

September 6

Go to act.org to register. You only have to answer the registration questions that are marks “required.”

We are headed toward a period of stress and deadlines and honor and happiness. We are feeling all the feels – and know this makes us human.

Your friendly neighborhood CCAs,

Alice Rowe

Sarah May Clarkson

C-36

CONTACT INFORMATION-HIGHLAND PHONE (208)237-1300
Highland High School Administration

-Dr. Brad Wallace-Principal (wallacbr@sd25.us) phone ext.103

-Travis Bell-Assistant Principal/Athletic and Activities Director (belltr@sd25.us) phone ext.105