Harlan Elementary School

​ Free meals are available for all students age 18 and under this school year. Meals (breakfast and lunch) for students not enrolled in the Harlan Independent School District or enrolled virtually may be picked up at 11:00a.m. each school day at the Harlan Elementary Gym Door . Meals may be picked up by parents. Please call Emily Clem at 574-3476 with any questions.

Even after 30 years, few things get me as excited as the first day of school. Students and staff at Harlan Independent are kicking off an amazing start to the school year. #ProudDragon 💚🐉#FamilyofDragons

Harlan is launching a new mobile app that helps students, parents, and community members know what is happening on campus, right from their phones. We know that families are using smartphones as a primary means to communicate. That’s why we’ve created an app that is custom-built for mobile. On the app, you can find documents, contact information for staff, and event information. You can download the app for free from the Apple App Store or Google Play.

In case you missed it, peep 👀 the billboard on the bypass. 84% of the 2021 senior class graduates with dual credit hours, some with as many as 30+! #excellenceineducation #familyofdragons

Thank you to Harlan Mason Lodge #879 & VIP Tees for a wonderful donation of 900 boxes of Crayola crayons! Pictured are members of Mason Lodge #879, led by President Matt Taylor, alongside Harlan Ind. FRYSC Coordinator Mrs. Adams, HES Principal Mrs. Posey, and HES Guidance Counselor Mrs. Alred. Because of very generous donations from the Masons, SCORE International, Sacks of Love, Project Joy, and other anonymous donors, school supply lists are greatly reduced across the district for the 21-22 school year, allowing students to enter the classroom ready to learn. A sincere thank you to our community and donors for lightening the load for students, parents, and teachers alike. #familyofdragons

Make sure to stop by the Harlan Center and get your 🚙 washed on Friday (9-3) to support the HHS CHEERLEADERS. 🐉💚📣

It’s a family reunion for our Green Dragons at Harlan Independent!! Kindergarten and 5th Grade students participated in JUMPSTART today to help ensure a strong start for the 2021-2022 school year. Kindergarten will continue each day through August 5th. #FamilyofDragons

It’s a family reunion for our Green Dragons at Harlan Independent!! Kindergarten and 5th Grade students participated in JUMPSTART today to help ensure a strong start for the 2021-2022 school year. Kindergarten will continue each day through August 5th. #FamilyofDragons

Last week 16 students from Harlan Independent participated in the Washington Institute for Leading and Learning (WILL), sponsored by Kentucky Educational Development Corporation (KEDC) and the National Council for History Education (NCHE). Led by Harlan High School Social Studies teacher, Megan Freyer, students particpated in Zoom meetings with institutions and individuals from Washington D.C. pertaining to our nation's history: virtual tours of Mt. Vernon and Monticello, introductions to Ford's Theater and the National Archives and discussions with Kentucky Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman and author/historian Erica Armstrong Dunbar. The purpose of the program was to provide an opportunity to enhance student knowledge of our nation’s past so that they have the background to emerge as young leaders in our democracy. #familyofdragons #youngleaders

Sunshine School Summer Explorers had a special visit from Zoo Knoxville last week. Students learned about how animals' teeth show us what they eat, and students were able to see and explore some special friends from the zoo.

We are proud to partner with The Cawood Ledford Boys and Girls Club to positively impact the lives of students and families of Harlan County. #FamilyofDragons

Cows at Harlan Elementary School?! On Friday, June 18th, Southland Dairy Farmers came to H.E.S. for our Dragons Beyond the Bell Extreme Summer Program and educated our students about cows and farming! The students learned about different types of cows and what part they played in the dairy farm. Southland Dairy Farmers also brought their very own cow for students to see!

Harlan High ranked 19th Best Kentucky High School!