Trimester 3, 2023-24 School Year
Dear Highland Parent, Student, and Ram Supporter,
CALENDARS
These calendars are continually updated and provide all the important academic and athletic/activities dates for the school year. Please look at them regularly for questions about calendar items.
Highland Academic Calendar:
https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/embed?src=c_i0212raj3h97k5e37qsf2nk15s@group.calendar.google.com&ctz=America/Denver
Highland Sports/Activities Calendar:
https://highlandrams.org/main/calendar?
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TRIMESTER 3
It is crazy that we are already in our 3rd Trimester of the school year. The final trimester is always a busy and fun trimester with spring sports and activities, state and SAT testing, Make-A-Wish, Prom, Senior activities, and so much more. Keep an eye on the calendar and newsletter for upcoming events. Especially with spring sports and the changes that will occur because of mother nature. We are so proud of our students, how resilient they are and what inspiring examples they are. Despite the trials and adversity they have faced, they have come out stronger. We are so proud of our students and our school. Being a Highland Ram is being resilient. Here is a video our student government put together to celebrate what has been an awesome year so far.
GO RAMS!
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STEM DIPLOMA DESIGNATION
The Idaho Legislature recently passed a bill allowing for a STEM designation to be included on a student’s high school diploma. Students who successfully complete all graduation requirements established by the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District may receive a high school diploma designated as a STEM diploma if they meet the following criteria:
· Complete eight (8) credits in mathematics
· Complete eight (8) credits in science
· Complete five (5) additional credits of the student’s choice in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics.
Students who are interested in applying for the STEM diploma designation can see the Registrar for an application. Applications must be completed and returned to the Registrar prior to May 1, 2024. All students who qualify for the STEM designation will receive a seal on their diploma, notation of designation on their final transcript, cords to wear at graduation and the opportunity to apply for a $3,000 scholarship.
STEM Diploma Scholarships: OPENS: February 15, 2024 DUE April, 1 2024
Donate to STEM Scholarships
Students in Idaho who earn a STEM Diploma are eligible to apply for one of ten, $3,000 scholarships provided they will be attending an Idaho post-secondary institution, including career technical schools, and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. The STEM Scholarships will be offered in the following fields: Advanced Manufacturing, Agriculture, Computer Science/Technology, Engineering, Food Sciences, Health Sciences, Mathematics, Natural Sciences, and General STEM (2). Applications can be found at this link: https://stem.idaho.gov/apply/stem-diploma/
Elaine Whitehead
Highland High School Registrar
Phone (208)237-1300
Fax (208)237-1350
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JUNIORS HIGHER EDUCATION DAY, FRIDAY, MARCH 8th
Juniors, Higher Education Day is this Friday, March 8th, during the 1st and 2nd hours. All juniors are expected to participate. There are yellow flyers posted around the school for more information. Each junior will attend three of the 16 different sessions that include 10 colleges, military reps, Idaho LAUNCH, Apprenticeships, representatives from Fort Hall, and more. This is an amazing opportunity to be looking ahead and setting a course for the future. Contact the College and Career Advisors for questions.
-Sarah May Clarkson=College & Career Advisor (
clarksa@sd25.us) phone ext.123
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SPRING BREAK
March 18-March 22 we will not have school for Spring Break.
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ISAT and SAT TEST DAYS COMING UP
On April 3rd Juniors will be taking the ISAT Test at Highland and on April 10th Juniors will then be taking the SAT Test. All other students, Freshman, Sophomores' and Seniors will not attend school on those days. They will be assigned school work through google classroom, a virtual day.
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MAKE-A-WISH
We are now in full swing of raising money for our Make-A-Wish recipient, a 12 year old girl named Whitney who has Cystic Fibrosis. Plan on attending the Guns(Police) vs. Hoses(Firefighters) Fundraiser Basketball Game on March 13th at 7pm at Pocatello High School in the Pit to help out. Cost is $7 a ticket.
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PARKING
Students who park illegally or in undesignated areas will be towed. Jacks Auto Body is who handles our towing. If towed, the cost is $250 to get your car back and another $50 a day that the car is not retrieved.
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HIGHLAND MUSICAL: LEGALLY BLONDE
Highland Drama's performance of Legally Blonde the musical runs nightly at 7pm through Wednesday 3/6/24. Tickets are $10 general and $ 7 with a student ID. The performance has a PG-13 rating.
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HIGHLAND ART STUDENTS
The Pocatello Art Center's annual High School Art Exhibition will have an awards ceremony on March 15 at 6:00 PM.
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COLLEGE & CAREER ADVISORS
Dear Highland Students and Families,
In true northern climes fashion, March came in like a total lion. It helps us to gird our
loins and prepare to work hard, be kind, and be productive people. Lots going on this
week and in the weeks ahead. The final trimester / spring school season goes by in a
shot, so return to this blog regularly for important information and updates.
R E M E M B E R ! ! ! ! Higher Ed + Morning
THIS Friday, March 8th -- For Juniors
Junior students will report to their first hour on Friday, March 8th, where attendance will
be taken. After the announcements, junior students only will pass to the first of three
& sessions & they will attend about post-graduation opportunities. All our presenters are
listed below. Each session will be about 40 minutes long, and at each session, students
will sign in (again for attendance purposes). We hope and expect that all junior students
will participate. There are many and varied choices to meet the interests of all students.
Yellow flyers are up all over school with presenters listed and new flyers will be posted
Thursday with locations for each session. URLs are below; do some research before
Friday.
Students have the option to register with StriveScan (https://app.strivescan.com/registration ), which is a service that connects students to colleges and universities they have an interest in.
This was also posted in the junior Google classroom, so students and families can find all this information there as well.
Here are our presenters:
Two- and Four-Year Colleges / Universities:
Idaho State University & both the College of Technology and the university
Boise State Library // https://www.boisestate.edu
BYU-Idaho // https://www.byui.edu
University of Idaho // https://www.uidaho.edu
Lewis & Clark State College // https://www.lcsc.edu
College of Idaho // https://www.collegeofidaho.edu
College of Southern Idaho // https://www.csi.edu
College of Eastern Idaho // https://cei.edu
Utah State University // https://www.usu.edu/
Career, Planning, Training Programs:
Financial Aid & Scholarships -- attend to learn more (an important session)
Military Representatives: National Guard, Air Force, perhaps others Apprenticeship Programs //
State of Idaho Department of Labor //
Shoshone-Bannock Tribes staff //
Idaho LAUNCH //
Tech Expo – Thursday, March 14 th
On Thursday, March 14th , Idaho State University will be hosting its annual Tech Expo.
Held in Holt (oops, ICCU) Arena, this year’s Expo, will have more than 70 displays and
booths related to education and career opportunities in the tech areas. Students will
depart school at 11 am, and leave to return to school at 12 noon. This is valuable
exposure to Idaho’s impressive array of industries and career fields related to
technology. Watch this blog for more information in the weeks ahead because there are
only 40 slots for Highland students. Students will need 1) permission to be absent from
their 2nd and 3rd hour teachers, 2) permission from their school counselor, and 3) will
sign up with the CCAs. To learn more about Tech Expo on ISU’s website, go to:
https://www.isu.edu/techexpo .
ISU Signing Day – Tuesday, March 26th
Watch this blog for more information about the annual ISU Signing Day event. It will be
Tuesday, March 26th , here at school. Senior students who plan to enroll at ISU will be
honored and recognized during this morning gathering that celebrates the
accomplishments and ambitions of our graduating seniors. Parents, families, and
supporters are invited to join us for cheer and celebration. More details will follow.
ISU Construction Combine Applications Due March 22nd
For students that are 17 and older and are interested in a job or career in construction.
7:30am-4pm both days at the Home Depot Parking Lot in Chubbuck.
Inspired by the NFL draft, the Construction Combine allows trainees to demonstrate their skills and learn new ones. They meet with local contractors and could possibly get hired for a job.
- Day 1: Training sessions cover framing, concrete, electrical, plumbing, drywall, flooring, siding, and welding
- Day 2: New skills will be demonstrated by building sheds with area contractors. The sheds will be donated to local disabled veterans.
Applications are open Jan 2 - March 22, 2024. To apply: constructioncombine.org or scan the QR code found on the posters hanging around the school.
Scholarships, Scholarships, Scholarships
Seniors, apply, apply, apply to scholarships, scholarships, scholarships. February,
March, and the first half of April are prime times to be making and submitting
scholarship applications. The CCAs are emphatic in their plea that seniors apply to all
the scholarships that might marginally apply to you. If you have been accepted to a 2- or
4-year college, apply to scholarships on those school websites, and then look farther
afield.
The spring is an exciting, hopeful season. We look forward to seeing all our
stakeholders achieve and succeed.
Thanks,
Alice Rowe
Sarah May Clarkson
College career advisors
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AMERICAN LEGION GEM GIRLS STATE
The American Legion Auxiliary Girls State program is one of kind! Girls from
across the great state of Idaho come together, empower one another and learn
how government works in their state. Those in attendance will be eligible for
certain awards and scholarships.
Girls interested in participating in Girls State must fill out the application and
interview with members of the American Legion Auxiliary. After completion of
both the application and interview, delegates will be selected and contacted with
further instructions. Please visit: https://www.idgirlsstate.org/
Each delegate of Girls State will be placed in a city, cities consist of 20-30 girls
who have also been selected to attend. They will have the opportunity to uplift,
support and empower one another as they all learn how state and local
government work together.
Girls State will be held in Boise from June 9 th -14 th . If you have further questions,
please contact Sami Kyle at 208-221-8185 or via email at
Samikyle856@gmail.com.
AMERICAN LEGION GEM BOYS STATE
American Legion Gem Boys State application is open for junior boys. Boys State is a fast paced, hands-on experience that teaches Americanism and the political process. It is divided into mythical cities, counties and political parties and populated by the Boys State delegates. Boys participate in a mock government by participating in city responsibilities, running for political offices, and debating and passing legislation. Two boys from Idaho will be selected to participate as "senators" at Boys Nation in Washington D.C. Boys State will be held in Boise, Idaho from June 2-7, 2024 and there is a $100 fee for travel/room/board. Please see Mrs. Santos-Smith in the Counseling Center for an application.
Deadline to apply is March 15th.
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GRADUATING CLASS OF 2024
Order your cap and gown from the Herff Jones website at:
https://highschool.herffjones.com/secom/school/ID/HIGHLAND%2BHIGH%2BSCHOOL/11000290000/0432/home?gradYear=2024
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