Dear Highland Hornet Fans, Players and Coaches:

The Highland Athletic Boosters has a simple goal -- to promote athletics and provide both financial and moral support to the student athletes of the Highland Local School District.

Over the last few years, HAB has been fortunate enough to have had the resources to provide in excess of $180,000 worth of support to the athletic programs. We provide the financial backing for all of the team uniforms, partial scholarships, some of the equipment and training needs and travel reimbursement for all state qualifiers. This support extends to both the high school and middle school sport teams, as well as the dance team and cheerleaders.

Each year we anticipate an increase in requests for support and, in order for us to be able to meet all of those requests, we ask that you support our efforts! Here are a few ways:

1. Encourage all students and their families to attend Highland athletic events. We are working to increase attendance at ALL sporting events, but we need your assistance!
2. Consider joining the Highland Athletic Boosters. Our organization benefits all of the athletic teams, cheerleaders and the dance team. We have set up multiple levels of membership beginning at just $25 with benefits associated with each level. Our Gold level of membership includes family passes for 2 adults and 4 children to all home sporting events. As memberships levels increase, so does our ability to support financial requests.
3. Consider getting involved. We are always looking for volunteers to assist with committees, events, and we are welcome to new ideas and suggestions. Our improvement and effectiveness is driven by the great support and ideas that you provide.
4. Attend our monthly meetings. The meetings are held the second Monday of each month in the room just off the high school cafeteria.

All of our efforts are focused on supporting the student athletes, administration and coaches of the Highland District. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us at any time. GO HORNETS!

Thank you,
President, Jim Bialosky ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it )

BOOSTER SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

Alumni Scholarships
The Booster club awards two $500 scholarships each fall, one to male alumni and one to female alumni that graduate from Highland the prior calendar year. (Example: in the fall of 2012, graduate of the class of 2011 will be eligible). The athlete must have played at least one sport during their freshman year at college. Students may make an application in writing to the Athletic Director by the end of their freshman year college. The application should document the number of sport seasons participated in at Highland and should demonstrate any financial need. The High School Principal, the Athletic Director and the Club President shall make the selection jointly.

Athletic Boosters Pride Scholarships
The Booster club awards two $1,000 scholarships each year at the Senior Awards Ceremony. One will be given to a male senior and one to female senior. Each award will be in the amount of $1,000 and should be used to further their career in college, trade school or apprenticeship. The criterion for this award is as follows: the senior must have participated in a sport for three years, shown outstanding sportsmanship and leadership and demonstrated a positive reflection on Highland Athletics. The selection committee will be comprised of one club officer, two male coaches, two female coaches and one administrator (Athletic Director or Principal).

Rick Poetter Memorial Scholarship
In memorial of Rick Poetter, the booster club will award a $500 scholarship to a deserving senior athlete. The scholarship will be awarded at the Senior Awards Ceremony. Along with the scholarship the recipient will receive a plaque and their name will be added to the plaque located in the High School trophy case. Criteria will include the following: senior athlete, exemplary character, integrity, leadership, sportsmanship and community involvement. The selection committee will consist of the Athletic Director, The High School or Middle School Principal, a guidance counselor, a coach/ teacher and a member of the Poetter family if available.

Jim Florian Scholarship
The Highland Athletic Boosters has announced the establishment of an annual $500 scholarship in honor of Jim Florian. Mr. Florian has dedicated over 30 years of service to the Highland School District and its athletic programs. He has served the District in many capacities including teacher, counselor, coach, mentor, supporter and also as an officer of the Athletic Boosters. Mr. Florian has continuously demonstrated an unsurpassed spirit, dedication and service to our schools, students and our athletic programs. This scholarship will be awarded each spring to a student who demonstrates the same spirit and dedication to Highland Athletics as Mr. Florian.

QUICK LINKS: Click to Download

• Athletic Team Membership Incentive Program
• HAB Membership Form (2011-12)
• Spirit Wear Order Form 2011