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🌱 What changes will Highland’s new superintendent focus on first?

Coming up on the Highland Patch calendar: Kaal Rock Park Concert Series

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Hello again Highland! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What changes will Highland's new superintendent focus on first?
  • Can Highland build on its nail-biting win over Wallkill?

Also on today's calendar: Kaal Rock Park Concert Series and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid; a stray morning shower, with a high of 84 and low of 57 degrees.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and not as warm, temps: high: 77, low: 49.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and delightful, with a high of 79 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Longtime Highland educator Patrick Boyd takes helm as superintendent (timeshudsonvalley.com) — Highland Central School District has promoted longtime educator Dr. Patrick Boyd to superintendent, giving the community a familiar leader who has spent 17 years in local schools. Boyd is prioritizing student safety, better communication with families, and preparing Highland graduates for a rapidly changing world while promising thoughtful, data-driven changes rather than sweeping overhauls.
   

• Kingston High gridders looking for best start since 2009 (dailyfreeman.com) — Highland's football team is highlighted for its tight 7-6 win over Wallkill and an upcoming matchup at Poughkeepsie, part of a busy week of Section 9 games. Local readers can track how Highland stacks up against regional rivals and how Kingston, Wallkill, New Paltz and others are shaping their seasons.
   

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  • Mavis Tire posted a job opening for AUTOMOTIVE TIRE TECHNICIANS ($800 New Hire Bonus) in Highland. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Letters to the editor: September 9, 2026 (911, young voters, humanism and more) (hudsonvalleyone.com)

Ok Highland! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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