
Ryan Oakes
Student Pastor
HSM strives to be a place where students in grades 6-12 embrace a Kingdom Culture by experiencing true fellowship, following Jesus’ Kingship, seeking His will, and advancing His Kingdom.
Highland as a whole sums up these values in three words: Gather, Grow, Go.
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Each Sunday during the school year, all students in grades 6-12 will meet in the Youth Room (1st floor Education Building) for announcements, Scripture reading, worship, before MS splits into grade specific classrooms. Adult leaders will teach and engage the students with God’s Word.
Each Wednesday night, all students in grades 6-8 will gather in the Basement (MS Room between doors F & G, beneath the Chapel) for games, worship, teaching, and small groups. Small groups are led by trusted college students & young adult leaders who have a passion for God's Word and for discipleship.
These are monthly gatherings held on the last Monday, designed to create space for middle school students (grades 6-8) to go deeper in their faith through discussion, real-life questions, and intentional discipleship. The goal is to provide intimate discipleship outside the walls of a church—meeting in different homes each month—where students can ask hard questions, explore biblical truth, and learn how to live out their faith daily in a real and personal way.
The first one will be held on Monday, May 27th at the Slonakers' home. More details to come!
All grades 6-12 (according to May 2025), will travel to Camp Buckner in Burnet, TX—just outside Marble Falls. Expect Highland-led worship, messages from Jacob Alger, powerful breakout sessions, small groups, theme nights (yes, costumes will happen), and so many rec activities. Registration is OPEN!
When? July 6-10, 2025.
How much?
Early-bird price (Until May 31): $355.
Standard price (June 1-27): $385.
Scholarships? If you would like to request a scholarship, please email your student's name, grade completed, and reason for the scholarship request to
Transportation? Highland’s got it covered—we will bus students to and from camp!
Each Sunday morning, all students in grades 6-12 will gather in the Youth Room (1st floor Education Building) for announcements, Scripture reading, & worship, before splitting into multiple breakouts. Adult leaders, staff, and guest speakers will engage students in a number of different topics that operate on a 6-8 week rotation.
All students in grades 9-12 rally in the Youth Room! For the 2024-2025 School Year, we will be in the Book of Romans. Wednesday night rotates through the following formats: Midweek Gathering, where students will enjoy a large snack, fellowship, student-led worship, and Biblical teaching; Midweek Small Groups, where students will come together for worship and an opening activity before splitting into grade/gender-specific Small Groups; Midweek Hybrid, where students will gather for worship, Biblical teaching, and Small Groups.
All grades 6-12 (according to May 2025), will travel to Camp Buckner in Burnet, TX—just outside Marble Falls. Expect Highland-led worship, messages from Jacob Alger, powerful breakout sessions, small groups, theme nights (yes, costumes will happen), and so many rec activities. Registration is OPEN!
When? July 6-10, 2025.
How much?
Early-bird price (Until May 31): $355.
Standard price (June 1-27): $385.
Scholarships? If you would like to request a scholarship, please email your student's name, grade completed, and reason for the scholarship request to
Transportation? Highland’s got it covered—we will bus students to and from camp!
Sunday, May 25 from 5:30-7pm: Praise, Prayer, & Pancakes – Help us pray for our summer missions and raise support. Oh, and enjoy some pancakes while you're at it. Register HERE.
Tuesday, May 27 from 3-5pm: Urban Air – Whether you're jumping, climbing, or just hanging out, there's something for everyone. Join us for $10, register HERE.
Wednesday, May 28 from 6:30-8pm: Midweek Tailgate – Our classic hangout on campus at Highland. Good food, games, and great people.
Thursday, May 29 from 10:30am-3pm: Hawaiian Falls – "It's not about the park, it's about the people!" Register HERE.
Friday, May 30 from 4-11:59pm: Texas Rangers Game – A night at the ballpark with your friends in the All You Can Eat section! Register HERE.
Small Group Leaders: College students and young adults who want to disciple students weekly through small group discussion and attending our large group gatherings and events.
Lead Teachers: Parents and young adults who want to engage our students in God’s Word through teaching curriculum and facilitating large group discussions.
Hospitality Team: Parents who want to serve our students and volunteers by helping us host them for special events or leader training events.
Please fill out this application or email if you have any questions.
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