On Oct. 24, 2025, Highlands students and staff came together to amp up for homecoming weekend. During sixth period, the bluebirds gathered in the gymnasium to play games and build school spirit. The games that the students played helped to grow connections between them as they cheered on their peers who represented their grade level. Kevin Listerman announced and celebrated students by recognizing them for their achievements, such as being nominated for student of the month, and how well they had dressed during spirit week. The band and girls’ soccer team were recognized as they prepared for the weekend ahead of them, as they both went on to compete in important competitions for the school. As the pep rally was coming to a close, Listerman announced the grade level selected staff royalty as the students cheered for their winners.
Highlands students amp up for Homecoming weekend
October 28, 2025
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Physics teacher Gordon Hallmark receives a hoodie with a nickname from his students on it.
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Alecia Cogsville is a sophomore at Highlands. This is her second year doing a journalism class and her first year in publications and mass media. Alecia is a photo assistant and is so excited for this year. Outside of school, she participates in theater and is elated to start this theater season. Alecia is so excited to publish in the Hilltopper this year.
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