ATTENTION CURRENT 6TH GRADE PARENTS/GUARDIANS
Please make sure your child has an updated Kentucky Certificate of Immunization (Shot Record) and the KENTUCKY PREVENTATIVE HEALH CARE FORM (Physical) are on file at your child’s school before the seventh grade year begins. These forms are required by the Kentucky Department of Education.
TORNADO RELIEF COLLECTIONS CONTINUING UNTIL 10 A.M. WEDNESDAY
We are continuing to collect tornado relief items for our neighbors in Laurel County through 10 a.m. Wednesday. Collections are slow so we will not leave with the items until 10 a.m. on Wednesday from the Central Office parking lot.
Please reference yesterday's post for more information:
The Harlan County School District is collecting emergency essentials for the tornado victims impacted by the horrific destruction. We will be stuffing our Black Bear box truck beginning this afternoon. The urgent need is for gift cards, plastic totes with lids, bungee cords, contractor trash bags, rakes, portable non perishable snacks such as nabs, protein bars, beef jerky, candy bars, cakes, etc.. Gift cards should be grocery cards, fast food restaurants, Lowe's, 84 Lumber, Walmart, etc.. No canned food and no clothing will be accepted. Buses will be parked at Cumberland and Evarts Elementary by the end of school today. The buses will be clearly marked with donation signs. Gift cards should be dropped at central office only between 7:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. on Wednesday. We are working with the Southeast /South Central Educational cooperative for this relief effort. They are on the ground in Laurel County assisting.
It is time to register for preschool! Use the QR Code to register for the inaugural class of the Harlan County Child Development Center. Register today as spots are limited!
The Harlan County School District is collecting emergency essentials for the tornado victims impacted by the horrific destruction.
We will be stuffing our Black Bear box truck at the Central Office parking lot beginning this afternoon and continuing until noon on Tuesday.
The urgent need is for gift cards, plastic totes with lids, bungee cords, contractor trash bags, rakes, portable non perishable snacks such as nabs, protein bars, beef jerky, candy bars, cakes, etc..
Gift cards should be grocery cards, fast food restaurants, Lowe's, 84 Lumber, Walmart, etc..
No canned food and no clothing will be accepted.
Buses will be parked at Cumberland and Evarts Elementary by the end of school today. The buses will be clearly marked with donation signs.
Gift cards should be dropped at central office only between 7:30 a.m. and noon on Tuesday.
We are working with the Southeast /South Central Educational cooperative.
Updated: Buses will pick up at Huff Settlement.
Due to low hanging communication wires, buses may not be able to reach students who live past 23100 on KY 38 at Holmes Mill on the Monday morning routes. Parents may bring students past the lines to meet the buses if they wish.
The communications provider is aware of the issue and is working to correct the problem.
Due to low hanging communication wires, buses may not be able to reach students who live past 23100 on KY 38 at Holmes Mill on the Monday morning routes. Parents may bring students past the lines to meet the buses if they wish.
The communications provider is aware of the issue and is working to correct the problem.
Don’t miss out! Register now for Gear Up’s Summer Program at Harlan County High School. Lunch will be provided. Contact information is listed below.
PRI and Gear Up are looking for parental input with this survey. Your child should bring a copy home soon. We ask that you complete the written copy or access the survey with the scan code and complete electronically. Thank you for assisting us with this survey.
Harlan County Middle School Band Concert is Thursday at 6 p.m. at Harlan County High School. We hope to see you there to support this young musicians who have worked hard this year.
KSA Testing 2025 Dates Announced!
Natasha Ely has been selected as the teacher for the Harlan County Child Development Center opening this August.
Ely, a current kindergarten teacher at James A. Cawood Elementary School, has been with the district seven years.
“I’m thrilled to continue this journey and start a new chapter as the teacher at the first Harlan County Child Development Center,” said Ely after learning of her selection earlier this week.
“After spending valuable time as a kindergarten teacher, I can’t wait to grow alongside these kiddos in a nurturing and innovative learning environment,” she said. “I’m excited to help lay the foundation and instill the love of learning in our future Black Bears!”
Leah Coots, the district’s preschool coordinator, said “I'm so excited to have Mrs. Ely join our team as the teacher of our Child Development Center. With her valuable experience teaching kindergarten, she brings a strong understanding of early childhood development and a genuine passion for fostering a love of learning right from the start. Mrs. Ely is a dynamic and engaging teacher, and we're confident she will provide Harlan County students with a strong and nurturing beginning to their educational journey.”
Superintendent Brent Roark said “the whole district is excited to see this endeavor coming to fruition. Mrs. Ely is an excellent choice to teach our inaugural class of these early learners. We know she is an exceptional teacher. She has a great rapport with the young students and families. “
“She has the artistic abilities that will allow the kids to do performances and programs to showcase their learning,” he said.
Roark said the center’s programs will be strongly rooted in not only basic social skills, but also in curriculum, instruction, focus on numeracy and early literacy.
The learning center will follow the state pre-school program.
The center is continuing to take applications for the first class of four-year old students.
Applications are now being accepted for students to attend the Child Development Center. The program will open this August. Positions are limited so apply early.
Applications are available at the Harlan county Public Schools central administrative offices, 251 Ball Park Road, Harlan.
Questions may be addressed to Leah Coots at 573-4330 or Kim Saylor at 573-1950.
Coming Soon! Kindergarten Graduating Class of 2025!
Coming Soon! Eighth Grade Graduating Class of 2025!
Our 8th Graders are at Harlan County High School today at Welcome to the Den, learning about all the amazing organizations, teams, and clubs HC has to offer and registering for classes. It’s getting real 8th graders!!
Papa John's Pizza Day!
Family Paint & Literacy Night! Please call the school at (606) 837-2214 to register, or email Mariah Howard (mariah.howard@harlan.kyschools.us) , Halee Long (halee.long@harlan.kyschools.us), or Melissa Owens (melissa.owens@harlan.kyschools.us).
3rd 9 Weeks Conferences -- Thursday, April 17, 2025 -- 3:15pm - 5:00pm
Spring Break April 7-11, 2025. School will not be in session! Have a great break!
Today we celebrate Librarian Appreciation Day—a day to recognize the incredible dedication, knowledge, and support Mrs. Lester provides every day. Mrs. Lester fosters a love of learning, promotes literacy, and creates a welcoming space where curiosity thrives, and knowledge grows. Thank you for being the heart of our learning community, guiding us to new discoveries, and inspiring a love for reading in all of us!
Boys and Girls Club Summer Camp
