Harlan Independent Schools
420 E. Central St.
Harlan, KY 40831
Phone: 606-573-8700
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District News
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At its meeting on May 13, the Harlan Independent Board of Education named long-time HISD administrator Charles D. Morton as superintendent effective July 1. Serving 22 years in the district, Mr. Morton brings a variety of experiences to his new position having worked as a teacher, coach, bus driver, central office administrator, and school principal. "I'm unbelievably thankful for the opportunity the board has given me - that they have trust that I can lead this district", said Morton. Morton replaces David Johnson, retiring on June 30 after 17 years as superintendent. "I believe the board has made an outstanding choice for the future of the district", said Johnson. "My experience with Mr. Morton is that he is an outstanding administrator and an even better man."
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Superintendent David R. Johnson recently announced his retirement at a meeting of the Harlan Independent Board of Education on March 28. Johnson served the district for 30 years as a teacher, coach, counselor, principal, and superintendent. Johnson is the longest serving superintendent in the history of Harlan Independent Schools. During his tenure as superintendent, the district has earned recognition for academic excellence, ranking among the state's top 10% of public school districts on Kentucky's state assessment, while receiving recognition for its cost effectiveness on a national and statewide scale. Click below to read Mr. Johnson's resignation letter.
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The National Center for Educational Achievement (NCEA), a department of ACT, Inc., recognized Harlan High School as a 2012 NCEA Higher Performing School.

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According to a state regulation, a child must be signed in or out of school by a parent or legal guardian or by an adult who has written approval by the parent or legal guardian. This means that the parent, legal guardian, or approved adult must come into the building to sign the student in or out of school. A student will not be able to sign himself or herself out of school.
Although we realize this might be inconvenient at times, we appreciate your cooperation in signing your child in/out of school when they arrive late or leave early. Doing this will aide in the safety of all students.
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