Harlan Middle School

🐉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 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.

🏃‍♂️ 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

🐉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.

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. 🐉🏐

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

🏈 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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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!!!