Harlan Independent Schools

🏀 Here are the upcoming practice schedules for the HMS Lady Dragons and the 3rd/4th-grade Lady Dragons. #FamilyofDragons #HarlanHoops 🐉

HHS Softball Open Field has been cancelled for this evening. 🥎🥎

🐉Back-to-School Season is Almost Here, Green Dragons!

We're gearing up for an exciting new school year at Harlan Independent, and we've got several important events to help students and families get a strong start! From Kindergarten Jumpstart to our Back-to-School Block Party, there's something for everyone as we count down to the first day of school.

Be sure to check out the flyer below for all the key dates—including 5th Grade Open House, Freshmen Orientation, and Sunshine Preschool Open House!

Stay tuned as we will be sharing more details about each event over the next few weeks.

Let’s make 2025-2026 the best year yet! #FamilyofDragons #EveryDayEveryDragon 🐉

🐉Please join us in welcoming Zach Dixon as he joins the team as the new High School Counselor at Harlan High School. He brings three years of experience in education as a GEAR UP Academic Interventionist at HHS and earned his Master’s in Education for School Counseling. His family is deeply rooted in the district—his wife teaches first grade at Harlan Elementary, and both of his daughters are proud students in the district. Zach is excited to continue his career at Harlan High School and serve the students and families of his hometown. For him, there’s truly no better place to be than with the Dragon family. 🐉🐉 #FamilyOfDragons #StandardOfExcellence ---------------------------------------------- Now is the perfect time to join us in the Harlan Independent School District. You can enroll your child today at enrollatharlan.com 🐉

🌟 **Calling All Freshmen!** 🌟 Get ready to kick off your high school journey at Freshman Orientation on Tuesday, July 22nd from 5:30-7:30 PM! ✨ Meet Your Teachers: Connect with your future mentors and get to know the incredible staff who will guide you through this exciting chapter. 🏫 School Tour: Explore the halls, classrooms, and all the cool spots that will soon be your second home! 📚Essential Info: Don’t miss the chance to learn from the KHEAA representative about important topics like KEES and FAFSA. This is your opportunity to gather insights that will set you up for success! Don't miss a chance to get a jump start on the new year and make new friends as you begin your high school adventure. We can’t wait to see you there! 🐉🚀 #FamilyOfDragons #StandardOfExcellence ----------------------------------------------- Now is the perfect time to join us in the Harlan Independent School District. You can enroll your child today at enrollatharlan.com 🐉

Reminder: Open Field will be tonight and Thursday night from 8:00-9:30PM. Contact Coach Scott Lewis for more information. 🥎🐉

🐉Please join us in welcoming Scott Lewis as our new HHS Softball Coach. Scott has a wealth of coaching experience including 25 years coaching experience in multiple sports, 9 years Little League Softball Head Coach, 6 Years as Little League Baseball Head Coach, 12 years as Little League All-star Head Coach, 2 Years 7/8th Harlan Middle School Girls Basketball Head Coach, 4 Years Boys and Girls Club Basketball (Boys) Head Coach, 3 Years Boys and Girls Club Basketball (Girls) Head Coach, 2 Years Boys and Girls Club Flag football Head Coach, 1 Year Black Bear Flag Football Coach, 2 Years Head Coach Harlan Middle School Baseball, 2 Years Travel Baseball Head Coach, 3 Years Travel Softball Head Coach, 2 years Pitching Coach at James A Cawood High, 2 Years Pitching Coach at Harlan Co. High School, 5 Years Head Coach at Harlan High School, 3 Years Assistant Middle School Softball Coach, and 15 Years as a Local Business Owner. Scott has three children, Courtney, Dillon, and Noah Lewis, and two Grandchildren, Adelynn and Anika. Courtney and Noah will also be part of the coaching staff both former coaches with the Middle School program. We look forward to welcoming the Lewis family back to HHS. 🥎❗️Open field will be tonight and Thursday night from 8:00 - 9:30 pm for any 7th- 12th grade girl interested in playing high school softball. 🥎❗️ #FamilyOfDragons #StandardOfExcellence -----------------------------------------------Now is the perfect time to join us in the Harlan Independent School District. You can enroll your child today at enrollatharlan.com 🐉

Just a reminder for any student in grades 7 - 12 interested in playing golf!! There is a meeting this evening at 7 PM at the baseball field regardless of rain!! If it is raining, the meeting will be held in the dugout.

Interested in joining Dancing Dragons? Don’t worry if you missed the first meeting — we’ve got one more opportunity for you! Join coaches Alli Estep and Taylor Dixon on Monday, July 28th at 6:00 in the auditorium. Please ensure your child is present for the dress fitting. This will be the final parent meeting to get all the info you need about this season. We can’t wait to welcome new dancers to the team! 💃🐉

🏃‍♂️ Middle School and High School Cross Country!! 🏃‍♂️ There will be Cross Country practice for students in grades 7 - 12 beginning today from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM!!

✅ Practice: Monday - Thursday from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
📍HHS Track

🏈 Harlan Elementary 3rd & 4th Grade Football kicks off soon! 🐉 📅 First practice: July 14th | ⏰ 4–5:30 PM 👥 Parent meeting to follow ✅ Bring a completed physical 👟 Wear cleats, t-shirt, and shorts Let’s go, Green Dragons! 💚🐉

🐉7/8 Dragon Football! Great turnout for our conditioning test and parent meeting! Thank you to everyone who came out and showed their support. Just a reminder—please make sure parents/guardians join our BAND group, as that’s where all important information and updates will be shared. We’re looking forward to getting back on the field Monday at 4:00 PM. See you then!-- Coach Green and staff.

Please join us in welcoming Ms. Mary Wilson into her new role as High School Secretary! 🐉 Hello! My name is Mary Wilson, and I'm excited to introduce myself as the new Secretary here at Harlan Independent High School. I have been a part of the Harlan Independent family for nearly five years, starting as a teacher's aide for three years before taking on a bookkeeping role. I'm thrilled to be part of a school community that values growth, connection, and excellence. In my role, I'l be here to support students, staff, and families-whether it's answering questions, helping things run smoothly in the front office, or just offering a friendly face to greet you each day. #FamilyOfDragons #StandardOfExcellence ----------------------------------------------- Now is the perfect time to join us in the Harlan Independent School District. You can enroll your child today at enrollatharlan.com 🐉

Mark your calendars!! All Middle School girls who are interested in cheering this season, please attend this meeting!! The meeting will be held on Monday, July 14th @ 5:30 PM in the choir room. Mrs. Ericka is eager to get her season started!!

🏐🐉HHS Volleyball tryouts for 7th-12th grade students will be held July 15th & 16th from 9:00-11:00 AM. Please bring an updated sports physical. Contact Coach Sierra Crow for more information. 🐉🏐

We have openings for single session and double session!

🐉🏀HHS Boys Basketball Open Gym will be today and tomorrow from 5:00-7:00PM. Contact Coach Akal for more information. 🏀🐉

Are you interested in playing golf?? Come out Monday night, July 14th, for a short meeting with Coach Varner!! This is for students in 7-12 grade.

🐉 Introducing the HARLAN 10! 🐉
At Harlan Middle School, we're committed to building character, leadership, and community. That's why we're excited to roll out The Harlan 10: Ten Traits That Define a Dragon.

These ten traits — from Integrity and Perseverance to Teamwork, School Spirit, and more — will guide our students throughout the year as we challenge them to grow not only as learners, but as leaders.

You’ll see these traits in our hallways, in our classrooms, and in how we celebrate student success. Every Dragon will be encouraged to live out these values daily — because at HMS, we believe in every student, every teacher, every day!

💚🔥 Let’s raise the bar this year at HMS!

#Harlan10 #RaiseTheBar #EveryStudentEveryTeacherEveryDay

🏈 Attention HHS football players: tomorrow is the start of the 2025 season! Check out this information for tomorrow! #GoBigGreen #FamilyofDragons