H-LP Alumni Association

04/08/2026

🐰🥚 What a Blast! 🥚🐰

Last weekend’s Easter Egg Quest was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who joined in the fun and helped make it such a memorable event for our community.

A special shoutout to our amazing local businesses and H-LP high school students for their support—your generosity helped bring smiles to so many faces! 🌸💛

We can’t wait to do it again next year!



Companies supporting: Blue Thistle Co. , Mel’s Insurance, Cupcakes by Lolo, United Community Bank

Eggs filled by: Harris-Lake Park CSD High School Students

04/05/2026

Happy Easter!

04/03/2026

🚨 LOCATION UPDATE FOR TOMORROW 🚨

Due to pending weather, the 3rd Annual Easter Egg Quest has been moved indoors to keep everyone safe and dry!

📍 New Location: Lake Park Community Center
🗓 Date & Time: April 4, 2026 at 4:30 PM

Everything else remains the same—just a new spot for all the Easter fun! 🐰🥚

We can’t wait to see everyone there!

03/26/2026

A huge THANK YOU to United Community Bank, Cupcakes by Lolo , and Blue Thistle Co. for your generous donations to our Easter Egg Quest ! 🐣✨

Because of these amazing businesses, we have even MORE eggs (not pictured!) being filled and packaged for the kiddos! PLUS a couple golden egg prizes!💛

If you’re interested in donating, let us know or drop items off at Rise & Grind Bakery and Kitchen . And most importantly—bring those kids out next week for all the fun! 🐰🌷

03/18/2026

🐺 Join the Harris-Lake Park Wolfpack!

Harris-Lake Park Community School District currently has several exciting opportunities available, and there has never been a better time to join our team. With our brand-new one-campus facility, incredible students and families, and a truly fantastic staff, the future is bright at HLP. We would love for you to join the pack!

Current Open Positions

Administrative
• Anticipated Secondary Principal / Curriculum
Job description available on the district website
📅 Position closes Wednesday, March 25

Certified Staff
• Anticipated Half-Time Preschool Teacher (currently with paraeducator duties in the PM for a full-time position)
Early Childhood endorsement preferred
📅 Position closes Friday, March 20
• Anticipated Elementary Special Education Teacher
📅 Position closes Friday, March 20

Support Staff
• MS/HS Secretary
Job description available on the district website
📅 Position closes Friday, March 13

Coaching Opportunities
• JH Boys Basketball (anticipated)
• JH Volleyball
• Varsity Boys Track
• Varsity Girls Track
• JH Football

If you’re passionate about education and want to be part of a supportive, student-focused district, we encourage you to apply!

📩 Submit a resume and letter of interest to:
Chrissy Gembler, H-LP Business Manager
[email protected]

Applications may also be submitted through Teach Iowa:
https://iowa.schoolspring.com

Come be part of something special at Harris-Lake Park Schools — the Wolfpack is growing! 🐺

03/12/2026

We’re running low on small candy items and Easter basket toy/candy fillers! 🍬🐣

If you can help, please drop off donations in the HLP MS/HS lobby.

Every bit helps us make the event sweet for the kids!

🥚 The Easter Egg Quest is BACK for Season 3! 🐰

Join us April 4 at 4:30 PM CST on the High School Football Field for fun, prizes, and egg‑citing surprises!

We’re asking for donations again this year — you can drop off:
• Easter eggs (New, Used, Filled, or Unfilled)
• Candy (no peanuts)
• Easter baskets (Toys Or Non-Food Prizes)
• Monetary Donations to the HLP Alumni Association - (Paypall (link below), or check/cash dropped off at Savings Bank, Lake Park IA)

These items will be given out at the event to make it extra special!

📍 Drop off at Rise & Grind or send us a DM and we’ll pick them up!

Let’s make this the best Easter Egg Quest yet! 🎉

02/19/2026

🐺 Join the Harris-Lake Park Wolf Pack! 🐺

Exciting opportunities await at Harris-Lake Park Community School District! We invite you to explore the open positions listed on the flyer below and consider becoming part of our dedicated, student-centered team.

With our brand-new facility, strong community support, and a culture rooted in Wolf Pack pride, the future at HLP is bright!

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about making a difference and ready to contribute to something truly special.
If you’re ready to grow, lead, and inspire alongside an incredible team, we would love to welcome you to the Pack!

The future is bright — and it’s even brighter as a Wolf.

🐺

02/18/2026

🥚 The Easter Egg Quest is BACK for Season 3! 🐰

Join us April 4 at 4:30 PM CST on the High School Football Field for fun, prizes, and egg‑citing surprises!

We’re asking for donations again this year — you can drop off:
• Easter eggs (New, Used, Filled, or Unfilled)
• Candy (no peanuts)
• Easter baskets (Toys Or Non-Food Prizes)
• Monetary Donations to the HLP Alumni Association - (Paypall (link below), or check/cash dropped off at Savings Bank, Lake Park IA)

These items will be given out at the event to make it extra special!

📍 Drop off at Rise & Grind or send us a DM and we’ll pick them up!

Let’s make this the best Easter Egg Quest yet! 🎉

01/22/2026

📣 Now Hiring

Harris-Lake Park Community School District is currently accepting applications for the following positions. We are seeking dedicated, dependable individuals who are passionate about supporting students and strengthening our school community.

CURRENT OPENINGS:

• Secondary Vocal Teacher (Full-Time)
Start Date: July 1, 2026 | Location: MS/HS

• District / Administrative Secretary (Full-Time)
Start Date: March 1, 2026 | Location: MS/HS

• MS/HS Custodian / Bus Driver (Full-Time)
Start Date: ASAP | Location: MS/HS

• High School Girls Golf Coach (Seasonal)

• Long-Term Substitute – High School Library Associate
Start Date: February 2, 2026

Application Deadline: February 6, 2026

📧 To Apply:
Please email a cover letter and resume to [email protected]

Join a supportive, student-centered district where teamwork, community pride, and Wolf Pack spirit run strong. We would love to have you be part of our HLP family!🐺

01/07/2026

🐺💙 Congratulations, Tommie Bannor! 💙🐺

Please join us in celebrating Tommie Bannor, our incredible Harris-Lake Park MS/HS custodian, on his well-earned retirement!

Tommie has been a constant presence behind the scenes—keeping our building shining, our days running smoothly, and our hallways filled with his happy-go-lucky spirit. His hard work, dedication, and welcoming attitude have meant more to our district than words can say.

The best part? Retirement doesn’t mean goodbye! Tommie will still be driving bus for us, so we’ll continue to see his friendly smile brightening our days.

Thank you, Tommie, for all you’ve given to Harris-Lake Park. We are so grateful for you and wish you nothing but happiness in this next chapter.

Congratulations on your retirement—you’ve certainly earned it! 💙🐺