Message from the Principal

Greetings Highland Academy Alumni and Friends!

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to this first edition of the Highland Cornerstones; a new bi-annual newsletter that is all things Highland Academy. We are off to what many have said is a historic start to the school year, and it is an exciting time to be part of the ministry and the experience that is Highland Academy. From steady growth in enrollment and student services to continued improvements with campus grounds and facilities, our staff and faculty continue to seek new and innovative ways to uplift our mission of “Developing Christ-like Characters and Lifelong Learners” in our students.

Currently, Highland Academy serves 130 students from 14 different states and six different countries. Enrollment has been on a strong and steady incline over the last five years. Most excitedly, we are blessed to be the recipient of a $296,000 grant that will allow us to offer Christian counseling services by a licensed school psychologist for both our academy and elementary students. This fall, we unveiled renovations to Ponce Hall that will house our new Center for Student Success. This center will offer counseling, testing, tutoring, ministry, and support services to help address the ever-growing mental health needs of our youth. In addition, we have also begun an equestrian program that will offer classes, rides, lessons, and more.

While we continue to seek what God has in store for the future, we are reminded of how He has blessed in the past. As one of 27 staff members who give their hearts and souls to the mission of Highland Academy, we recognize there is still much to be done. We invite you to seek ways to support the school, whether by participating in the many campus activities, donating to school projects, or choosing to make an impact for a student by giving to the Worthy Student Fund.

May the Lord continue to bless the mission of Highland Academy and may His return be soon.

Chadd Watkins Principal