Last week, Harrison Hills students participated in school bus evacuation and safety drills. These exercises are an important part of preparing students to respond quickly and calmly in the event of an emergency. Drivers reviewed safety procedures with students, demonstrated proper exits, and guided them through practice evacuations.

We appreciate the cooperation of our students and staff in making these drills a success. Their commitment ensures that everyone is better prepared to stay safe while traveling to and from school.

Our preschoolers are off to a wonderful start this school year! The class has been busy learning the morning routine and doing a great job mastering it together. This week, students were introduced to the Question of the Week: “Do you like to paint?” and enjoyed sharing their answers.

We also added new centers to our daily rotation and worked in small groups on tracing lines—starting at the smiley face and stopping at the dot. Students practiced tracing both downward and upward lines and followed directions beautifully.

We are excited for all the learning and growing to come for the preschool class of 2025–2026!

Four Harrison Central seniors have been selected to participate in the Close Up program in Washington, D.C., March 15–20, 2026. Close Up’s nonpartisan, issue-focused curriculum gives students a deeper understanding of history, government institutions, current issues, and the role of citizens. The program is designed to help young people find their voice and build critical skills for addressing the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century.

This year’s participants are Kayne Dunkle, Chaz Culbertson, Jaiden Pelegreen, and Nicolette Peeler.

We are grateful to Clark-Kirkland-Barr Funeral Home, Milestone Company, and the Huskies Sports Foundation for their generous support of this year’s trip. Additional donations are welcome and may be made payable to Harrison Central High School, c/o Samantha McIntosh.

Thank you to WVU Harrison Community Hospital for volunteering at the Harrison County Food Bank. Our students lead this project each month, taking responsibility for sorting and distributing food during the drive-through distribution on the fourth Wednesday.

Through our partnership with the Mid-Ohio Food Bank in Columbus, we are able to provide fresh, nutritious food—donated by Walmart, Sam's Club, Kroger, Meijer, Ohio farmers, and more—at no cost to the district.

We are grateful for our students’ hard work and dedication, and for the community partners who make this program possible. If your organization is interested in volunteering, please email us to get involved!

Harrison Central is proud to announce the 2025 Homecoming Court.

The 2025 Homecoming King and Queen will be crowned during the game at Wagner Field.

Homecoming is coming up on Saturday, September 27. Tickets are $10 per person, and they will be sold Monday, September 15 - Monday, September 22. They can be purchased before or after school in Mrs. Hawthorne’s room or during lunch in the cafeteria. The visitor forms must be provided when purchasing tickets, and they can be picked up in the office or Mrs. Hawthorne’s room. 

On Thursday, September 4, the varsity, 8th, and 7th grade volleyball teams were all victorious against Indian Creek. Varsity won 3-2 with scores of 20-25, 25-16, 21-25, 27-25, and 15-12. The 8th grade won 2-1 with scores of 25-13, 10-25, and 25-12. The 7th grade won 2-0 with scores of 25-22 and 25-15.

On Tuesday, September 2, Harrison Central had taken charge over Cambridge in the first half of the game. With Noah Thaxton assisting Parker McAfee’s goal around the 25 minute mark. Then around the final 8 minutes of the first half, Justin Scott scored the second goal, with the aid of Cooper Thompson's assist. The second half started and pushed till the very end, however Chambridge got a Penalty Kick around the 8 minute mark. Brady McAfee attempted, but unfortunately failed to save the goal. Yet, Harrison Central still came out on top and was victorious against Cambridge. 

On Saturday, August 30, the junior varsity football team hosted Newcomerstown. The boys’ were victorious with a final score of 28-22. 

The boys’ soccer team hosted Carrollton on Thursday, September 4. They beat the Warriors 2-1, with Triston Cole scoring the first goal on a penalty kick and Parker McAfee scoring the second goal off an assist from Justin Scott. Goalie Brady McAfee finished with six saves.

The boys’ soccer team hosted Fairless on Saturday, August 30. The team was victorious with a final score of 2-0, successfully shutting down the Falcons. Justin Scott scored both of the goals for the Huskies. 

On Saturday, August 30, the 7th grade volleyball team traveled to Edison. They shut out the Wildcats 2-0; 25-11 and 25-13.