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Today: 2/22/12
All Day: President's Week Holiday

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CELDT News!
n the evening of Wednesday, January 18th, the regularly scheduled ELAC meeting at Keema High School turned into an extraordinarily special event. In a room overflowing with students, parents, and staff, the District Coordinator of EL Categoricals,... Continue
Posted by: Regina Furniss
Published: 2/22/12

Sierra College Scholarship
For the first time students will be able to apply for Sierra College scholarships online. There are numerous scholarships available and they range from $100 to $3000. The selection is based primarily on academic performace but may include many oth... Continue
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Posted by: Regina Furniss
Published: 2/15/12

Schools Recognized for Use of Auto Call System
Certificates were awarded to the principals of six Twin Rivers schools that have the highest percentage of teachers using the TeleParent Situational Messaging System during the month of January.  Receiving certificates were: Brad Allen from N... Continue
Posted by: Kathy Young
Published: 2/14/12

School Improvement Grant (SIG)

What is the SIG?  The SIG stands for School Improvement Grant.  Highlands High School is one of two high schools in Sacramento County to be awarded this grant.  The main goal of the grant is to improve student academic achievement.  The Transformation Model was chose and the main components of this model are:
 
A. Develop and increase teacher and school leader effectiveness
B. Implement comprehensive instructional reform strategies
C. Increase learning time and create a community-oriented school
D. Provide operational flexibility and sustained support
 
Click here to see the entire SIG document.
 
Click here to see the school site plan for 2010-2011

Welcome!

The Presidents' Week Holiday is from February 20th through February 24th.  Classes will resume Monday, February 27th!  Have a safe and restful break!

Please check out the Yearbook Facebook Page for some pictures of both the Academic Decathlon Super Quiz Relay and the visit from our sister school, among other things!

Also, check the calendar to the left for upcoming events! Go Scots!

Announcements (2/13/12 - 2/17/12)

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Mission Statement

Highlands High School achieves excellence by providing a nurturing community to stimulate motivation and creativity in an environment that builds integrity, independence, and productive citizens.

CST Scores are on the Rise!

CST Scores are on the Rise!

Alma Mater

All hail to our highlands

Our colors red and blue

Stand as a symbol,

Of our love for you.

All hail to our highlands,

To thee we'll e'er be true.

We'll watch o'er and keep thee,

All hail,all hail.

Academic Decathlon Awards Night

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At the Sacramento County Academic Decathlon Awards Ceremony, Highlands High School placed 13th out of 25 schools.  After much competition, team member Kevin Tran received a Silver Medal in the categories of both Art and Music, while fellow team member Zachary Ekstedt also received a silver in Music as well as accumulating the most points for the Highlands Team overall.  The Team Leadership Award for Highlands went to Sean Fry.  Congratulations to these and all the team members for their hard work representing our school in the competition.

Digital Curriculum Now Offered

Highlands High School is proud to offer our high school students access to digital curriculum.  This online program provides a comprehensive, multimedia approach to instruction built to address diverse student needs. The link below will provide you with information on the provider and on this extended learning opportunity available to our students.  For more information, please direct your son or daughter to their counselor if interested.  http://www.apexlearning.com/

Quick Contacts

School Contact Information:

School Phone: (916) 566 - 3465           

School Fax: (916) 263 - 6985

Webmaster: james.leu@twinriversusd.org

Administration

Principal: Darryl Hawthrone

Vice Principal: Heather Westerman

Vice Principal: Nick Seiler

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