Around the world, Teacher Appreciation Week is held during the first full week of May. In honor of this week, students took time to recognize our teachers. This year’s appreciation was simple but...

The New Year begins on Jan. 1 for countries around the world, but some countries celebrate the Lunar New Year, a holiday that marks the beginning of a New Year following the Lunar Calendar. It could fall...

Vice Principal Jennifer Nash speaks to the school during the unexpected fire alarm.

The bright orange marigolds line the streets, candles flicker, and people welcome back the souls of loved ones who have passed. From Nov. 1-2, families get together to honor and remember their loved ones. Around...

This school year, Kentucky public schools will stop using the ACT as the main state-funded test for high school juniors and will start using the SAT instead. The Kentucky Department of Education made this...

The smell of fresh flowers and the air from the open windows seeps into the room, the dining room is filled with food that honors those being celebrated on this special day. Families are gathered around...

As the days grow longer and the air turns warmer, something exciting happens. A unique energy fills the atmosphere, an energy that signals freedom, relaxation and opportunity. Summer, a time to try something...

On Tuesday, April 22, members of Highlands High School FCCLA headed for the annual State Leadership Conference, held over four days through Friday, the 25th. For many students, this trip wasn’t just...

End-of-the-year tests can be challenging not only physically, but also mentally. Sitting at a desk for hours throughout the day can be extremely tiring.  The feeling that tests determine your future...

As 2025 kicks off, so does the anticipation of new films to come for movie lovers across Highlands High School. A mix of sequels, remakes, and new original hits are to come as the year progresses. From...

Every year, February 13 is Galentine’s Day. It is a day like Valentine's Day, but focuses on a different kind of love—the love of friendship. It encourages women around the world to come together...

Winter is the most common time to get sick. The most common illnesses to get are the flu and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RVS). Many people are not educated on how to prevent sickness while it is going...

The music is getting ready to begin. The students gather with their friends and dates to enjoy a beautiful night of laughter and joy. The Winter Ball is ready to begin!  On January 20, Highlands High...

As the second quarter wraps up, beautiful melodies from the strings room can be heard throughout the halls of Highlands High School (HHS). The program is preparing for its concert on December 5 to ensure...

Among the many clubs Highlands High School has, there is also a new club this year called the Student Leadership Club. It was designed to allow students to explore leadership opportunities outside the...

The game is about to begin. The football players get into place and are ready for the punt. As the audience begins to cheer, the Bluebird fight song fills the stands. The song brings a roar over the crowd...

Beginning this month, the new film and broadcasting club is up and running at Highlands. Although Highlands has had a very successful broadcasting course, bringing daily news to the community, it has now...

Halloween is approaching, and the search for a costume is on. Many students at Highlands celebrate Halloween, and one of the main traditions of the holiday is dressing up in a fun and festive costume.  Halloween...

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and was first celebrated in 1985, where it was called ‘Pink October’.  People celebrate Pink October by wearing pink, specifically a pink ribbon, which...

School dances are a fun way to see friends, meet new people, and create memories that will last a lifetime. Highlands High School has homecoming every year. Homecoming is for grades 9-12, with this year’s...

The National Merit is a scholarship that high school students take part in to compete academically for recognition in college. The 2026 National Merit Scholarship will start in Oct. 2024, and students...

Here at Highlands High School, there is a shop called the Bluebird Brew Cafe, and it opens again on Monday September 30.  As students prepare for the new school year, so will the cafe.  The Bluebird...

Traditionally, Highlands High School elections take place during students’ junior year. However, this year is different.  There is a vacancy in the senior class with the president, causing an...

Highlands High School has a fantastic art program and offers classes for students who are interested in the arts.  Students with a passion and skills tend to strive for their goals. At Highlands, we...

Child star, Jojo Siwa, is now attempting to swap her childish music for something more mature. The rebranding has become one of the most popular online talking points. Jojo Siwa started making music in...

King Island first opened on April 29, 1972. Kings Island is an amusement park where people can hang out with friends, go on rides, play games, and visit the waterpark “Soak City.” This year, Kings...

Easter is known for being a colorful and fun holiday. There are many different ways to celebrate it. Around the world, various traditions and fun activities honor the holiday.  When Highlands High...

The traditional “senior skip day” is coming up at Highlands High School. Senior Skip Day is when all the seniors come together and agree on a day to skip school. Not all schools allow their seniors...

With the ACT coming up, students must think about how they will prepare and what score they are working to attain. This time can be stressful and challenging for many students, but here are some things...

Coming in February is yet another school dance! The winter ball is located at the Mess Hall on Saturday, February 3, from 8:00 to 11:00 p.m. The theme is glow-in-the-dark. There will be fun, songs to dance,...

On Nov. 1st, 2023, students of Highlands High School took the resiliency poll, organized by the school’s counselors.  The Resiliency Poll is a survey created by the counselors. The survey has students’ ...

Spanish teacher Emily Haffey is having a Spanish Club meeting on Friday, October 20th, 2023, in room 208 during flextime. At this meeting, they will be making guacamole and listening to Spanish music....