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Our Staff  

Our Mission

The Highlander Staff is :

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Denise Roth, Advisor

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Hailey McFarland, Editor

Lillyanna Amparo

Lucely Cruz

Kensley Ellefritz

Ethan Garcia

Issac Giesmann

Payton Goff

Tyson Grout

Aidyn Kemp

Brantley McElroy

Avery Philips

Arlett Reyes

Hunter Seibel

Kiera Stanerson

Katelyn Thomann

The Highlander Newspaper is dedicated to serving the students of the Highland Community School District with accurate, balanced, and unbiased reporting. Through rigorous investigative journalism and compelling human interest stories, we strive to inform, engage, and elevate our school community while maintaining the highest standards of journalistic integrity.

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Core Principles

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  • Unbiased Reporting: Presenting facts neutrally, ensuring every story is thoroughly researched and balanced.

  • Investigative Depth: Asking important questions and diving deep into the issues that directly impact Highland students and staff.

  • Human Interest Focus: Highlighting the diverse voices, achievements, and personal stories that define our vibrant school district.

  • Student-Centered Service: Serving as a reliable, independent news source for the entire student body.

We are dedicated to bridging the gap between students and rural neighbors. By sharing stories and multimedia content, we empower the next generation to engage with their community and find their voice.

Join the Storytelling

Writing

Share your unique voice. Whether it's a local history piece or a personal narrative, your words are the heartbeat of our community.

Podcast

Record your thoughts and interviews. We invite students and community members to create audio content that brings our small-town stories to life.

Graphics

Visual storytelling is powerful. Help us create engaging infographics and interactive graphics that make our stories accessible to all.

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