Harrisburg High School

Bulldog Family, the countdown is on! 🐾 I hope each of you has had an amazing summer filled with fun, family, and time to recharge. As summer comes to an end, I couldn’t be more excited to welcome our students back to Harrisburg High School on Wednesday, August 12! There is something special about the first day of school. It’s a fresh start, a new chapter, and an opportunity for every student to write their own story. Whether you’re beginning your journey as a freshman or making the most of your senior year, know that we’re excited to have you back and can’t wait to see what you’ll accomplish. Our teachers and staff have been hard at work preparing for another incredible year. We’re ready to welcome you into a school where you’ll be challenged, supported, encouraged, and celebrated. We believe in every one of our students and are committed to helping you succeed—not only in the classroom, but in athletics, fine arts, clubs, and every opportunity that comes your way. This year, I challenge you to get involved, encourage one another, work hard, show kindness, and take pride in being a Harrisburg Bulldog. The memories you make, the friendships you build, and the effort you give each day will shape an unforgettable school year. Enjoy these last few days of summer, get plenty of rest, and come ready to make this the best year yet! We’ll see you on Wednesday, August 12! Let’s make 2026–2027 an unforgettable year. Go Bulldogs! — John Crabb Principal, Harrisburg High School

Announcement for Harrisburg High School: Bulldog Cross-Country
Any Bulldog athlete that is interested in running XC this fall (in 26-27), use this link: https://band.us/n/aaaeb98du2D0E
You can also reach Coach Lindsey Atkins via email if you have additional questions.
Email: latkins@harrisburg3.org
Go Bulldogs!

IHSA Class 2A Baseball Sectional
Wednesday, June 3rd at 2 pm
Harrisburg vs. Pinckneyville
Field Location:
Eovaldi Field in Benton City Park - Address: 600 S Du Quoin St, Benton, IL 62812
ADMISSION:
Cash $9
GoFan $7 for Jume 3rd. https://gofan.co/event/6658482?schoolId=IHSA

✨We’ve added new lululemon styles to the lineup. Refresh your look with fresh Bulldog tees, shorts, skirts and more—only at Sideline. See site for savings.
Link: https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/illinois/harrisburg/harrisburg-high-school

IHSA Class 2A Baseball Sectional
Wednesday, June 3rd at 2 pm
Harrisburg vs. Pinckneyville
Field Location:
Eovaldi Field in Benton City Park - Address: 600 S Du Quoin St, Benton, IL 62812
ADMISSION:
Cash $9
GoFan $7 for Jume 3rd. https://gofan.co/event/6658482?schoolId=IHSA

Keep your Bulldog Spirit strong all summer. Shop the Harrisburg Sideline Store for warm-weather tees, tanks, shorts & more.
Link: https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/illinois/harrisburg/harrisburg-high-school

Now THIS is a deal worth celebrating 👉 Save 25% on customizable spirit gear during our Memorial Day sale with HONOR25. $100+ orders. Ends 5/25. 🎉
Link: https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/illinois/harrisburg/harrisburg-high-school

White Hats visited the Ronald McDonald house in Evansville on Friday. The RMH is a place where families of sick or injured children call home during crisis and uncertainty. The house provides free temporary lodging, hot meals, comfortable furnishings, laundry facilities, and a supportive network for families. HHS students toured the RMH and cooked lunch for the families currently staying there.

HHS Weekly Happenings! 5/18/26

Teacher Appreciation Week left HHS teachers feeling appreciated! Treats from the Appreciation station and the Future Educators started the week off well! Mr. Crabb and Mr. Fehrenbacher put on their chef hats to provide a delicious lunch later in the week. We also need to thank Farmers State Bank and Legence Bank for the fantastic lunches they provided!

Senior Spotlight 2026: Ayden Stroud

The future is bright for HHS Bulldogs! 💜🤍 The Class of 2026 is making HHS proud!

Senior Spotlight 2026: Payton Hall

Senior Spotlight 2026: Caleb Gore

Senior Spotlight 2026: Maggie Hathaway

HHS Weekly Happenings! Week of May 11th

Senior Spotlight 2026: Drew Biggs

💜🎉 Congratulations to McKendra Douglas, Sydnie Frailey, and Raven Morales on completing the Certified Nurse Assistant Program at SIC! 🎉💜

Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to caring for others has paid off, and the Harrisburg High School Bulldogs are incredibly proud of you! 🩺🐾

These future healthcare professionals are already making a difference and representing HHS with excellence. Keep chasing your dreams and making us proud!

The Harrisburg District Library has a new "Little Library". The new library was donated to the Harrisburg Library and was put up by Mr. Brady Mayer's resource class @ HHS. A group from the high school will monitor the little library which is located at the Soccer Fields across from the park office. Special thanks to Mr. Blake Emery and the park board for their support.

Bulldog Hero! Mr. Ray Gorman was awarded a Bulldog Hero award yesterday at HHS. This award is in recognition of his quick thinking, courage, and willingness to act without hesitation in assisting a Harrisburg High School student. His actions reflect the very best of Bulldog character—strength, compassion, and leadership. Because of you, our school community is safer and stronger. Thank you for being a true Bulldog Hero!