Harlan Independent Schools

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

🏈 The first practice for 7/8 HMS Football is coming up! Let's go, Green Dragons! 🐉

It's almost time! 🏀 Any girl, grades 5-8, interested in playing middle school basketball, check out the practice schedule below. Practice starts next Monday, July 14th. You must have a current sports physical to practice. Let's get ready for a GREAT season! 🐉 #HarlanHoops #LadyDragonBasketball

What an incredible first day of HHS Marching Band Camp! 🎶🔥 The energy, hard work, and positive attitude from our students today were absolutely inspiring. Even in the heat, they showed up ready to learn, grow, and work together — and this is only the beginning! This group came ready to WORK — and you can already feel the team mindset building. We’re building something special this season, and there’s still room for YOU to be part of it. We’re still looking for a few more students to join the team! Come make music, make memories, and make a difference.

⛳🐉 Congratulations, Coach Varner – HHS Golf Coach! 🐉⛳ We’re thrilled to announce Coach Will Varner as the new golf coach for Harlan High School! A passionate golfer with over 15 years of experience, Coach Varner knows firsthand the lifelong joy and unforgettable memories the game of golf can bring, from childhood rounds to competitive play with college teammates. Coach Varner is excited to share his love of the game with our students and inspire a new generation of Green Dragon golfers. His goal? To grow the program, build a strong foundation for the future, and give HHS students the opportunity to develop both their skills and their passion for this lifelong sport. Let’s give Coach Varner a big congratulations and get ready for an exciting season on the course! #DragonPride #GreenDragonGolf ____________________________________________________ Now is the perfect time to join us in the Harlan Independent School District. You can enroll your child today at enrollatharlan.com

🎶🐉 HHS Band Camp dates and times: 🐉🎶 July 7th-11th 9am-12pm @HHS Tennis Courts and 1pm-4pm @HHS Band Room; July 14th-18th 7:30am-11:00am and 4:30pm-9:00pm @ HHS Tennis Courts. It is open to all currently enrolled HHS Band students in grades 7-12. Students must have at least two years of prior band experience. Contact Mr. Bell for more details.🐉🎶

🐉 Welcome, Nicole Napier – HHS Bookkeeper! 🐉 We’re excited to welcome Nicole Napier as the new high school bookkeeper at Harlan Independent High School! Nicole has been a valued member of our Dragon family for the past four years, serving with care and dedication as Secretary at Sunshine Preschool. She is married to Josh Napier, a nurse at Harlan ARH, and they are proud parents to two daughters, Alyssa and Raegan, who both attend school right here in our district. Nicole is deeply committed to the Harlan Independent community and is passionate about helping us build the best school district around. We’re proud to have her on board and can’t wait to see all she brings to HHS! Help us give her a big Green Dragon welcome! 🐉👏 #FamilyofDragons Now is the perfect time to join us in the Harlan Independent School District. You can enroll your child today at enrollatharlan.com

🐉 Congratulations to Our New Cross Country Coach! 🐉. We’re excited to introduce the new head coach of the Harlan High School Green Dragons Cross Country team — Mrs. Alred! Coach Alred brings 16 years of experience in education, including 11 years as a classroom teacher and 5 as an elementary school counselor. She's been coaching cross country for the past five years and has been a passionate recreational runner since she was 20. She’s married to Matthew Alred and is a proud mom to two future Dragons, Andrew (6th grade at HMS) and Emmett (3rd grade at HES). Coach Alred is most inspired by watching young athletes grow, push their limits, and experience the thrill of earning their first medal or crushing a new PR. Please join us in giving Coach Alred a warm Green Dragon welcome! Let’s hit the ground running this season! 🏅🔥 #DragonPride #HarlanXC **Now is the perfect time to join us in the Harlan Independent School District. You can enroll your child today at enrollatharlan.com **

📣 Welcome to the Dragon Family! 🐉

We’re excited to introduce Mr. Cory Chroak as our new Middle School Special Education Teacher at Harlan Middle School!

Mr. Chroak brings a heart for students, a passion for individualized instruction, and a commitment to helping every learner grow and succeed. His energy, compassion, and focus on building strong relationships will make a powerful impact at Harlan Middle School!

Please join us in welcoming Mr. Cory Chorak! 🐉

#FamilyOfDragons #StandardOfExcellence

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