Mrs. Driscoll's and Mrs. Dunham's classrooms are piloting a new curriculum called Readtopia this school year. Readtopia is an integrated comprehensive reading curriculum that includes ELA, Math, Social Studies, Life Skills, and Science.
Have you ever cooked with jet fuel??? Chef Zehnder and these five Culinary Arts students can now say they have! Yesterday they traveled to Kalamazoo where they partnered with the Michigan National Guard to prep and serve in mobile response kitchens for over 800 people. This event was sponsored by the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association. What an incredible and unique experience!
This morning at the TTC we welcomed some special guests! The superintendents from all 9 of our local districts came to enjoy breakfast prepared by our Culinary Arts students followed by a tour of some programs of their choosing. These tours were not your average observation tours...our superintendents dug in and got their hands dirty to truly experience what their TTC students are doing here every day. Thank you to each of our superintendents for making their TTC students a priority during this very busy time of year! We appreciate you!
It was a great day for soccer! The HPS Huskies won both of their home games yesterday. Way to go!
Thanks to STEM grants, Bay City State Park hosted two of our classrooms for a memorable field trip. Our staff and students enjoyed a day that included learning about fish, different animal furs, a warm fire and a walk through the Tobico Marsh. Thank you to Jason for providing a great presentation that included indoor fishing with an invitation to return for some outdoor fishing and a roaring campfire.
Last night the annual Fall Advisory Committee Dinner took place at the TTC. We were honored to host nearly 100 individuals who support our programs in a variety of ways. Thank you to all of our advisory committee members for your dedication to our students.
⭐️⭐️⭐️Special congratulations to our award winners⭐️⭐️⭐️
Carl D. Perkins Student Alumni of the Year: Joel Fiebig (Countryside Transportation Service)
Carl D. Perkins Business Partner of the Year: Kristin Weaver (Weaver Group Insurance)
Carl D. Perkins Teacher of the Year: Tim Loney (Welding/Fabrication Program at the TTC)
Carl D. Perkins New Teacher of the Year: Scott Jarrett (Construction Trades Program at the TTC)
Carl D. Perkins Education Partner of the Year: Carol Socha
The students at Highland Pines used their artistic talents to decorate pumpkins for The Tuscola County Pumpkin Festival. Many were recognized for their effort with a Grand Prize, 1st, 2nd or 3rd place win! Here are a few of our artists with their fantastic pumpkins.
The weather was perfect for fieldtrips! Mrs. Gruber's classroom had a fantastic time at Miller Family Orchard and Mr. Lemuel's classroom showed they are not afraid of heights while at the Dow Canopy Walk.
The Highland Pines gym is getting an upgrade. Our students had some fun making their mark before the gym carpet was replaced. The old carpet is gone and new is being installed. Next week we will have our finished project of new carpet and bleachers! Stay tuned....
Friday was the Walk-A-Thon at Highland Pines. It was a great day for students, families and staff to raise money for Special Olympics. Totals of money raised and miles walked will be revealed at the student assembly on Friday.
The rainy weather did not deter Mr. Dice, Ms. Severt, and several National Technical Honor Society students from cleaning up along the TTC Adopt-a-Highway stretch of road this morning. Great work to all!!!
HPS students had a big treat on Friday. The Caro High School Marching Band performed their halftime show on the Highland Pines soccer field. It was a beautiful day and a fantastic performance!
Congratulations to Emma from Caro High School for passing Computer Tech Management's first certification of the year, IT Specialist Device Configuration and Management.
There is more than one way to learn teamwork. Mr. Lemuel's class is showing a fun way to learn that lesson.
Now introducing an app to include all things Tuscola ISD:
Highland Pines, Tuscola Technology Center, Tuscola Transition Center, & Community and Adult GED Classes! Click the link below to keep up to date with the latest news!
Download for Android https://bit.ly/3OKJi7j
Download for iPhone https://apple.co/453aNif
~Water Bath Canning 101~
Have you ever thought about preserving your garden harvest or fresh produce from your local farmers market? If so, this class is for you! We will cover water bath basics, canning safely using current safety guidelines, what equipment is needed and how to store your canning for long term shelf life. Join us September 6th at 6:00pm to learn!
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The first day of school for students is August 28, 2023! Come ready to learn, make new friends and build new skills.
Schools will be closed September 1 and September 4 in observance of Labor Day.
Thumb Area Assault Crisis Center has a new crisis line. You can now reach them at 989-551-8336
