Harlan High School

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 🐉

🏐🐉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. 🐉🏐

🐉🏀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.

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

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 **

Join the HHS Marching Band today for a hot dog dinner!! 🐉

🐉 Would you like to be a part of our Dragon Family?! We are taking applications for a High School Math Teacher!! If you are interested, please scan the QR code to apply!! 🐉 It's always a great day to be a Dragon!!

🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Calling All Dragon Runners! 🐉 Are you in 7th grade or above and interested in joining the HMS or HHS Cross Country Team? Don’t miss our Informational Meeting on Thursday, June 19th at 5:30 PM in the Harlan Elementary Cafeteria! 📋 We’ll cover: ✅ Summer training schedules ✅ Fundraiser plans for new uniforms ✅ Practice times & team communication ✅ How YOU can get involved (bring a friend too!) Whether you’re a returning runner or brand new, we can’t wait to see you there! 📩 Questions? Contact Erin Alred at erin.alred@harlanind.kyschools.us 📞 (606) 573-8700 ext. 2106 Let’s hit the ground running! 🏅 #FamilyofDragons #CrossCountry ————————————— Now is the time to enroll in the Harlan Independent School District! Priority Registration is now ongoing and you can join us by enrolling your child at: enrollatharlan.com Come join the Family of Dragons!!!

🐉The nominees for the 2 parent representative positions on the HMS/HHS SBDM Council are Denise Lee and Eneshia Turner.  Voting will take place in-person on Thursday, June 19 from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. in the FRYSC office located on the first floor of Central Office.  All parents/guardians of students in grades 5-12 may vote. 🐉

🐉Harlan Middle/High School is now accepting nominations for 2 parent representatives for the School Based Decision Making Council (SBDM). Any parent/guardian of a student in grades 5-12 may be nominated, and self-nominations are accepted. Please submit nominations by June 16  by contacting Mrs. Adams in Harlan FRYSC (606-573-8700, option 6 or cecilia.adams@harlanind.kyschools.us). Nominees will be posted following the nomination window, and voting will take place June 19th.🐉

Congratulations are in order for several of our students!! This spring, students from across the county entered the Jim Claypool Conservation Art & Writing Contest sponsored by Farm Bureau. We are so proud of our Green Dragons and their hard work!! Big thank you to Farm Bureau for hosting this contest and giving our students an opportunity to shine!! ————————————— It’s never been easier to enroll at Harlan Independent and become a part of the #FamilyofDragons! Follow the link (www.enrollatharlan.com) to reserve your seat and enroll for 2025-2026. #MoreThanASchool #BuiltForResults #15BestInKy #RisingStarDistrict —————————————

It is Family Fun Day at Huff Park today!!! Stop by the Harlan Independent Schools tent to register for the 2025-2026 school year. Sunshine Preschool will be on-site to register new K3-K4 students, as well as representatives for Harlan Elementary, Middle, and High School. ————————————— It’s never been easier to enroll at Harlan Independent and become a part of the #FamilyofDragons! Follow the link (www.enrollatharlan.com) to reserve your seat and enroll for 2025-2026. #MoreThanASchool #BuiltForResults #15BestInKy #RisingStarDistrict —————————————

Volleyball open gym times for the week!! Come out and get better!! 🏐

The Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (SEBT) program helps reduce hunger and food insecurity by providing eligible school-aged children with benefits to buy groceries during the summer months when school meals aren’t available. 👦👧 Who’s Automatically Eligible? • Students ages 6–17 as of August 1, 2024 and, • Students who received SNAP, KTAP, or Kinship Care for at least 1 month since July 1, 2024 📝 Need to Apply? If your student hasn’t received SNAP, KTAP, or Kinship Care since July 1, 2024, you’ll need to apply starting October 1, 2024 at: 🔗 https://KYSEBT.ky.gov/ or through https://kynect.ky.gov/benefits/ 💳 How Benefits Are Received: If you’re already receiving benefits, SEBT will be added to your existing EBT card. Otherwise, a new card will be mailed to you. 🛒 What Can You Buy? Almost any grocery item—except hot, ready-to-eat foods. SEBT does not cover tobacco, alcohol, pet food, or non-food items. Visit the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (https://www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dcbs/dfs/pages/sebt.aspx) for more info!