Happy National School Nurse Day!π©Ί
Today, we are proud to celebrate two very special members of the Harlan Independent Schools family. Our school nurses do so much more than treat everyday needs β they bring compassion, comfort, and care to our students and staff each day.
Thank you, Nurse Terri and Nurse Jan, for the kindness, dedication, and support you give to our schools. We are so grateful for the difference you make.
Join us in thanking our school nurses for all they do! π
#EveryDayEveryDragon #FamilyOfDragons
Today, we are proud to celebrate two very special members of the Harlan Independent Schools family. Our school nurses do so much more than treat everyday needs β they bring compassion, comfort, and care to our students and staff each day.
Thank you, Nurse Terri and Nurse Jan, for the kindness, dedication, and support you give to our schools. We are so grateful for the difference you make.
Join us in thanking our school nurses for all they do! π
#EveryDayEveryDragon #FamilyOfDragons

Our Central Office team enjoyed the opportunity to show appreciation to all Harlan Independent Schools staff today by providing a cookout lunch.
We are thankful for the hard work, dedication, and heart our staff bring each day. Each person across our district plays an important role in supporting our students and helping Harlan Independent Schools thrive.
Thank you to all of our staff for the difference you make every single day. We are proud to serve alongside you.
#EveryDayEveryDragon #FamilyOfDragons
We are thankful for the hard work, dedication, and heart our staff bring each day. Each person across our district plays an important role in supporting our students and helping Harlan Independent Schools thrive.
Thank you to all of our staff for the difference you make every single day. We are proud to serve alongside you.
#EveryDayEveryDragon #FamilyOfDragons





At Harlan Independent Schools, we are thankful for the incredible members of our food service team who work hard each day to serve our students with care, kindness, and dedication.
On School Lunch Hero Day, we want to recognize and celebrate these important staff members for the difference they make in the lives of our students every single day. From preparing meals to greeting students with a smile, their work helps keep our schools running and our students ready to learn.
Thank you to our School Lunch Heroes for all you do for the students and families of Harlan Independent Schools. We appreciate your hard work, your heart, and the care you put into serving others each day.
#EveryDayEveryDragon #SchoolLunchHeroDay
On School Lunch Hero Day, we want to recognize and celebrate these important staff members for the difference they make in the lives of our students every single day. From preparing meals to greeting students with a smile, their work helps keep our schools running and our students ready to learn.
Thank you to our School Lunch Heroes for all you do for the students and families of Harlan Independent Schools. We appreciate your hard work, your heart, and the care you put into serving others each day.
#EveryDayEveryDragon #SchoolLunchHeroDay



Sunshine School students recently enjoyed a wonderful trip to Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College for a special Easter event! During the visit, students participated in an egg hunt and had the exciting opportunity to see the Easter Bunny and take photos.
It was a fun-filled day for our students and a great opportunity to make sweet memories with classmates.
#EveryDayEveryDragon #SunshinePreschool
It was a fun-filled day for our students and a great opportunity to make sweet memories with classmates.
#EveryDayEveryDragon #SunshinePreschool
Sunshine School students recently took part in the annual Sunshine School Little League Basketball Games! Students had the opportunity to choose between participating in basketball or cheerleading, making this a fun and exciting event for everyone involved.
The games gave students a chance to build teamwork, grow in confidence, and enjoy a special experience alongside their classmates. It was also wonderful to welcome families to cheer on and support their students.
Best of all, there was no cost for students or families to participate, helping ensure that every child had the opportunity to be part of the excitement and make lasting memories.
#EveryDayEveryDragon #SunshinePreschool
The games gave students a chance to build teamwork, grow in confidence, and enjoy a special experience alongside their classmates. It was also wonderful to welcome families to cheer on and support their students.
Best of all, there was no cost for students or families to participate, helping ensure that every child had the opportunity to be part of the excitement and make lasting memories.
#EveryDayEveryDragon #SunshinePreschool









π£ YEARBOOK AD DEADLINE β THIS FRIDAY! π£
β° Last call! The deadline to purchase yearbook ads is THIS FRIDAY, February 27th. This is the final deadline β no ads will be accepted after this date.
Donβt miss your chance to celebrate, recognize, or commemorate special moments in this yearβs Harlan High School yearbook. Once the deadline passes, itβs gone!
π Deadline: Friday, February 27
π Yearbook Ads
Make sure to get your ad in on time!
β° Last call! The deadline to purchase yearbook ads is THIS FRIDAY, February 27th. This is the final deadline β no ads will be accepted after this date.
Donβt miss your chance to celebrate, recognize, or commemorate special moments in this yearβs Harlan High School yearbook. Once the deadline passes, itβs gone!
π Deadline: Friday, February 27
π Yearbook Ads
Make sure to get your ad in on time!

There will be no school for the Harlan Independent School District on Thursday, February 5, 2026. We will observe NTI/Dragon Day #8. Teachers will be available to assist students with assignments as needed through Google Classroom, ParentSquare, or email.

There will be no school for the Harlan Independent School District on Monday, February 2, 2026. We will observe NTI/Dragon Day #7. Teachers will be available to assist students with assignments as needed through Google Classroom, ParentSquare, or email.

π§€βοΈWinter coats, hats, and gloves for students are available at FRYSC.
πStudents and parents are welcome to stop by anytime.
πFRYSC is located on the first floor of Central Office, and is open Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 4:00.
βQuestions? Call Mrs. Adams or Miss Billie at 606-573-8700, option 6.

There will be no school for the Harlan Independent School District on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. We will observe NTI/Dragon Day #6. Teachers will be available to assist students with assignments as needed through Google Classroom, ParentSquare, or email.

There will be no school for the Harlan Independent School District on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. We will observe NTI/Dragon Day #5. Teachers will be available to assist students with assignments as needed through Google Classroom, ParentSquare, or email.

There will be no school for the Harlan Independent School District on Monday, January 26th, 2026. We will observe NTI/Dragon Day #4.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your teacher or school.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your teacher or school.

π The Green Dragons are back in action today in the Quarterfinals of the All-A State Tournament! π
Our boys will take on the Newport Wildcats with a berth in the semifinals on the line. The Green Dragons are looking to carry over their momentum from last night and keep this special run going!
β° Tip-off: 6:00 CST / 7:00 EST
πΊ Watch live on prepspin.com
We would love for all Green Dragon fans to show their support by making a post and sharing our βGo Green Dragonsβ graphic on your Facebook pages today as we cheer on our Boys Basketball and Cheerleading teams.
ππ Go Green Dragons! ππ


ππππ GREEN DRAGONS WIN! ππππ
The Green Dragons battled all night and pulled out a hard-fought 64β60 victory over Nicholas County in the first round of the All A State Tournament. The game went back and forth from start to finish, and after trailing by four late in the fourth quarter, the Dragons stayed locked in, fought through the pressure, and finished strong to secure the win.
The Green Dragons will advance to the quarterfinals and face Newport tomorrow at 6:00 CST / 7:00 EST.
ππ₯ Keep it rolling, Big Green! π₯π

All βAβ Classic State Tournament Information
π Your Harlan Green Dragons will take on Nicholas County at the Owensboro Sportsplex
π
Thursday, January 22, 2026
β° 6:30 PM CST | 7:30 PM EST
π Presale tickets are available on GoFan β $11 (fees included)
πΆ Children 3 and under are free
π³ Tickets will also be available at the gate; however, the venue is cashless (debit, credit, and Apple Pay accepted)
πΏ Please note: The entire venue, including the concession stand, is cashless
πΊ Canβt make it? Streaming is available at PrepSpin.com

Harlan Independent School District will have an early dismissal on Thursday, January 22, 2026, and no school on Friday, January 23, 2026, to allow students and families the opportunity to travel and support the Harlan High School Boys Basketball Team as they represent the 13th Region in the All βAβ State Tournament in Owensboro, Kentucky.
π Game Time: Thursday Night @ 6:30 PM (Central Time)
Thursday, January 22 β Dismissal Schedule
β’ Sunshine Preschool: Normal morning session. No afternoon session.
β’ Harlan Elementary School: Dismissal at 11:35 AM.
β’ Harlan Middle/High School: Dismissal at 12:00 PM.
Thank you for your continued support of our students and athletes.
Go Green Dragons! π
π Game Time: Thursday Night @ 6:30 PM (Central Time)
Thursday, January 22 β Dismissal Schedule
β’ Sunshine Preschool: Normal morning session. No afternoon session.
β’ Harlan Elementary School: Dismissal at 11:35 AM.
β’ Harlan Middle/High School: Dismissal at 12:00 PM.
Thank you for your continued support of our students and athletes.
Go Green Dragons! π

Harlan Independent Schools is gathering information from students, families, educators and community members to support our work in developing a district Portrait of a Learner.Β Built on a strong tradition of academic success, this effort will help guide how we prepare Harlan studentsβnot just for graduation, but for life beyond our classrooms. The Portrait of a Learner will define the skills, mindsets, and experiences we believe every Dragon should develop to be confident, capable, and future-ready.
Your voice matters in this process. We invite you to take a few moments to complete this short survey and help shape the future of Harlan Independent Schools. The survey will be open through January 7th.
bit.ly/HarlanIndSurvey
Your voice matters in this process. We invite you to take a few moments to complete this short survey and help shape the future of Harlan Independent Schools. The survey will be open through January 7th.
bit.ly/HarlanIndSurvey

Harlan Independent Schools is gathering information from students, families, educators and community members to support our work in developing a district Portrait of a Learner.Β Built on a strong tradition of academic success, this effort will help guide how we prepare Harlan studentsβnot just for graduation, but for life beyond our classrooms. The Portrait of a Learner will define the skills, mindsets, and experiences we believe every Dragon should develop to be confident, capable, and future-ready.
Your voice matters in this process. We invite you to take a few moments to complete this short survey and help shape the future of Harlan Independent Schools. The survey will be open through January 7th.
bit.ly/HarlanIndSurvey
Your voice matters in this process. We invite you to take a few moments to complete this short survey and help shape the future of Harlan Independent Schools. The survey will be open through January 7th.
bit.ly/HarlanIndSurvey

On behalf of the Harlan Independent School District, we wish all of our Green Dragon families and friends a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Harlan Independent Schools will be closed for Christmas Break from December 22nd through January 2nd. We hope our students, families, and staff enjoy a safe, restful holiday season. Weβll welcome everyone back on Monday, January 5th! Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, Dragon family! πππ

