Harlan Independent Schools

Students enrolled in the Save the Children Literacy Program celebrated their hard work by listening to the story of the Holiday Classic, Home Alone. They also enjoyed an ice cream sundae. A special visitor stopped by, and the students felt that mean Old Grinch needed a hug. The Grinch seemed to enjoy the holiday cheer! Save the Children Mrs. Jessica Fields Mrs. Renee Marlowe

The Christmas Gift Card distribution is going great! We will continue distribution this afternoon from 1:00-3:00PM at Harlan Elementary School. Instead of just 4th-grade students, we will now open it up to anyone in Kindergarten through 4th grade to pick up their gift card at Harlan Elementary School. For those that cannot make it today, you may stop by Sunshine Preschool on Tuesday, December 20th from 8:30-3:30PM. Additionally, you may also stop by Harlan Elementary School next week (Tuesday 27th, Wednesday 28th, or Thursday 29th) from 8:30-3:30PM to pick up your card. If you have any questions call 606-573-8700 for assistance. #morethanaschool

Students had an exciting last day at school before Christmas Break! We hope all of our Green Dragons have a Merry Christmas and look forward to seeing them back in the new year!

Through a continued partnership, Mrs. Heather Saylor, RN, paid another visit to students in Ms. Wilson’s Health & PE rotation classes at Harlan Elementary. She continued educating the students through her Brain Protectors program, which stresses the importance of knowing the signs and symptoms of a stroke. Students learned B.E.F.A.S.T. in order to be prepared to help someone who may be having a stroke. Students became “Certified Brain Protectors” at the conclusion of the lesson. 🧠

The Green Dragons took care of business in 52nd District action defeating the Middlesboro Yellowjackets in double header action. The Lady Dragons cruised to a 68-31 win, while the Boys team left little doubt in an easy 88-41 win to close out the evening. Congratulations to both teams! #MoreThanASchool #FamilyofDragons

Christmas came early for some really awesome students at Harlan Elementary School. Through the Christmas Enrichment program, students were able to enjoy a special trip to Just Jump, where students and teacher volunteers had the time of their lives. Students were also given the opportunity to watch a movie and enjoy popcorn with their friends before being sent home with a Santa bag full of gifts. The Christmas Enrichment program is made possible through generous donations from local businesses and school staff, as well as student sponsorships in purchasing gifts. This program would not be possible without the support of our staff, community, and volunteers. At Harlan Elementary, we are more than a school…We are a family! 🎄

🏆Each month Harlan Elementary rewards their students with perfect attendance. This month all students picked out a toy and their name was put into a drawing for a bicycle. 🎉Congratulations to Ellianna Carver and Braxton Sizemore for winning the bikes! They got to go with Mrs. Posey to Walmart and pick out their bikes today during school! 🚴🏼‍♀️

Christmas time at HES is fun and memorable. Students and staff have enjoyed dressing up for the 12 Days of Christmas. Our school elf, Elfafa, visited each classroom and brought lots of fun! We had a visit from the Grinch, who usually doesn't like Christmas, but our students spread so much Christmas cheer that the Grinch himself even had fun! 🎄🎄

Mrs. Crow's 4th-grade math class worked hard in their Geometry Unit. Students drew different triangles and polygons to create Geome "trees," Santa's village, and ornaments. Students also explored symmetry by making snowflakes. 🎄❄️

🏀 Congratulations to the JV Lady Dragons for their big win over Red Bird. The Lady Dragons were lead by Shelby Doan with 10 points and Raegan Goodman with 8 points. Great job, ladies! #gobiggreen

🐉🏀 It's GAMEDAY, Dragons! Tonight the Green Dragons and Lady Dragons travel to Middlesboro for a district doubleheader! Game times are set for 6:00 and 7:30 pm. Good luck, Green! Bring home some wins! #gobiggreen #firedup🔥

Derrick Akal Sworn In As School Resource Officer Harlan Ind. took action on Thursday to equip the campus with a full-time School Resource Officer. Derrick Akal brings more than two decades of law enforcement service and 10 years of military experience to the district.

Harlan Elementary is excited to announce that through our partnership with Save the Children we will be giving $120 gift cards to every student enrolled at HES (K-4). Please see the letter below that outlines. Contact your school with questions.

HES students were excited to receive blessing boxes! We are very thankful to have this opportunity for our students. Pastor Dennis Bledsoe and members of the Flat Ridge Baptist Church in Cana, VA, delivered over 750 blessing boxes to our district. We appreciate their gift of love! ❤️🐉

🎉 Congratulations to our Kindergarten Students of the Month for November! Students received a certificate, pencil, and bracelet, and they will get to have lunch with Mrs. Posey! 💚 #morethanaschool #familyofdragons

Reminder: there is no Dragons Beyond the Bell today!

Today was an exciting day at HES! Students boarded the Polar Express, dressed in pajamas, drank hot chocolate, and were even paid a visit by the Gingerbread man!! 🚂

Harlan 21st Century teen club will be closed Thursday December 15th for a special trip for the club members. Only those members that returned a permission slip will be attending the program but there will not be transportation after the conclusion. Please make proper arrangements. Again, no regular after school program Thursday December 15th for Harlan 21st Century Teen Club.

🎉 Congratulations to our First Grade Students of the Month for November! Students received a certificate, pencil, and bracelet, and they will get to have lunch with Mrs. Posey! 💚 #morethanaschool #familyofdragons

🎶 Congratulations to the following students who successfully auditioned and made Honor Choirs that will be performing in Louisville, Kentucky in February: Ethan Farley made the KY Music Educators Association TTBB All-State Chorus. 6th grade Middle School Choir girls will be participating in the KY Music Educators Associations KY Children's Chorus. They are Ella Cook, Daria Lee, and Arianna Raleigh. Also, Michael Lindsey and Landon Traylor will be performing with the SATB KY Junior High Chorus.