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7 days ago, Harlan County Public Schools
Wallins Elementary does not currently have water at the school due to a broken line in the community. After discussion with water officials, there is a chance that the school will remain without water for most of the day as repairs are made. Wallins Elementary will not have school today, April 14, 2026. We apologize for any inconvenience.
21 days ago, Harlan County Public Schools
Student forms are due April17th. School contacts are listed.
26 days ago, Harlan County Public Schools
Deadline for STEM forms is April 17th.
Harlan County High School will have open house on Wednesday March 25, 2026 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
about 2 months ago, Harlan County High School
Open house is March 25th at Harlan County High School. 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Cumberland Elementary is currently without phone and internet service as a result of a community-wide outage reported by Windstream and AT&T.
about 2 months ago, Harlan County Public Schools

The Harlan County School District will be in session on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 on regular schedule. Please check your school Facebook page for any updates to planned activities.

about 2 months ago, Harlan County Public Schools
The Harlan County School District will close for a traditional weather day on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026.
about 2 months ago, Harlan County Public Schools
The Harlan County School District will dismiss at noon today due to approaching inclement weather. The National Weather Service has upgraded the forecast and it appears the inclement weather will arrive prior to the end of the regular school day. Out of an abundance of caution, we will dismiss at noon.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but safety continues to be our top priority.
about 2 months ago, Harlan County Public Schools
The Harlan County High School Archery Team is joining with eighth grade teams from schools across our district for a showcase on Thursday at James A. Cawood Elementary School. Come out and support these student athletes.
about 2 months ago, Harlan County Public Schools
Archery showcase is Thursday at JACES.

The Harlan County High School football team is gearing up for next season. All interested eighth graders are encouraged to attend signing day this Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Harlan County High School Fieldhouse.

“This is more than a signing,” said HCHS Black Bear Coach Jacob Saylor. “This is a start of something special. We want to celebrate our eighth graders and their commitment to carrying on the Harlan County football tradition.”

Players and their families will meet the coaching staff and future teammates.

Pizza and refreshments will be served.



about 2 months ago, Harlan County Public Schools
Come join the Bears!

ATTENTION EIGHTH GRADERS!

The Future of Harlan County Football Starts NOW! The next generation of Black Bears is ready to make it official! Join us Sunday, March 15 at 2:00 PM at the HC Football Fieldhouse as we celebrate our 8th grade athletes signing and committing to carry on the Black Bear tradition.
This is more than a signing — it’s the start of something special. Players and families will get the chance to meet the coaching staff and future teammates as we officially welcome them to the family.
🍕 Pizza & refreshments will be served
📍 HC Football Fieldhouse
🗓 Sunday, March 15
⏰ 2:00 PM
Come out and support the future of Black Bear Football — because the tradition continues right here in Harlan County!
https://www.facebook.com/reel/950288554003405

🐻🔥 #BlackBearBuilt #FutureIsNow

2 months ago, Harlan County Public Schools
Black Bear Spring Sports schedule announced: https://aptg.co/mZ_Dh7
2 months ago, Harlan County Public Schools
No classes on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. This will be a traditional weather day and not an NTI.
2 months ago, Harlan County Public Schools
snow day on Feb 24.
No classes on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. This will be a traditional weather day and not an NTI.
2 months ago, Harlan County Public Schools
snow day on Feb 24.

We are pleased to report the main phone line at Harlan County High School has been restored. Should you need to call the school, please use the 606-574-2020 number. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

2 months ago, Harlan County High School
The Harlan County Public Schools will observe NTI day 10 on Monday, February 23, 2026.
2 months ago, Harlan County Public Schools
Sophie Day was crowned Harlan County High School Basketball Sweetheart recently. Whitney Noe was selected Maid of Honor. Sophie was escorted by Trenton Cole, 14. Noe was escorted by Reggie Cottrell, 1. Cole and Cottrell are team captains.
2 months ago, Harlan County Public Schools
HCHS Basketball coronation featuring, left to right, Trenton Cole, Sophie Day, Whitney Noe and Reggie Cottrell

Harlan County High School's PBIS Student Achievement award recipients are, left to right, Samuel Carr, Joey Hubbard, Carson Clark, Cassie Bargo and Mylei Stewart. "These students show up every day, work hard, and exceed expectations. I am very proud of them," said teacher Cate Mitchell. The students received Dairy Queen gift cards.


3 months ago, Harlan County High School
PBIS winners
Please be aware that the main phone line is down at Harlan County High School. AT&T is aware of the problem and working to correct it. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. However, should you need to reach the school for an urgent matter, please call 606-574-2028.
3 months ago, Harlan County High School
Please be aware that the main phone line is down at Harlan County High School. AT&T is aware of the problem and working to correct it. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. However, should you need to reach the school for an urgent matter, please call 606-574-2028.
3 months ago, Harlan County High School