Highland Middle School

Initial Designation: 2015

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School Details

  • Principal: Jon Hallmark
  • District: Highland Community Unit School District Number Five
  • County: Madison
  • Community: Suburban

Characteristics

  • Academic Excellence - Exemplars of high-quality work are shared with students
  • Developmental Responsiveness - Curriculum is socially significant and relevant to student interests
  • Organizational Structures and Processes - Adoption of a shared vision for our school's high performance
  • Social Equity - Fluid approach to addressing student needs with short and longer-term intervention support

Description

Highland Middle School combines academic excellence, inclusive practices, and a strong sense of community to help every student grow, connect, and succeed. Teachers design rigorous learning experiences that connect classroom knowledge with real world applications, encouraging students to think critically, solve problems, and communicate with confidence. Meaningful relationships between students and staff create a supportive environment where learners feel known, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential. Student voice plays an important role in shaping the school experience, giving learners opportunities to contribute ideas, develop leadership, and take ownership of their growth. Inclusive supports ensure that students with diverse strengths and needs can participate fully in academic and extracurricular opportunities. Highland Middle School is a welcoming community where students are challenged, supported, and inspired to build bright futures.
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