Highmark School Development

Celebrating Tina Smith’s work anniversary at Highmark School Development.

Known for her collaborative approach and commitment to doing what’s right for schools and students, Tina brings both heart and rigor to her work every day.

We appreciate all that she contributes to our team and to the schools and communities we serve.

Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose legacy reminds us that education, service, and love have the power to shape a better future.

As he said, “Intelligence plus character — that is the goal of true education.”

May we continue striving to learn, serve, and lead with compassion in our communities.

As we close out 2025, we're reflecting on another year of partnership, progress, and purpose. Together with our school partners, we've built more facilities and more opportunities for students to learn, grow, and thrive.

Here's to continued collaboration and impact in 2026. Happy New Year from all of us at Highmark!

Happy Holidays from the Highmark team! ❄️
We are grateful for our school partners and the communities we are privileged to serve. Wishing you a season filled with celebration and gratitude, and every success in the year ahead.

Thank you to the Public Charter School Alliance of South Carolina for hosting an engaging and informative conference. Our team found the sessions instructive and the dialogue meaningful. With strong representation from authorizers, schools, and vendors, the conference created valuable opportunities for idea-sharing and collaboration.

We left with a fresh perspective and a renewed appreciation for the important work happening in schools and communities across the state.

This month, we're celebrating Jeremy Miller's 12-year anniversary at Highmark!

As our CFO, Jeremy keeps us financially focused and strategically grounded, helping Highmark grow while staying true to our mission. Outside the office, he can be found on the slopes, skiing with his family and enjoying the great outdoors.

We're so grateful for everything you bring to our team, Jeremy. Here's to many more milestones ahead.

Highmark is proud to attend the 2025 SC Charter Schools Conference, hosted by the Public Charter School Alliance of South Carolina, from December 3rd through 5th! 🌊

Join Patrick Beausoleil and Jerry Earnest to talk about how Highmark partners with schools to design and build facilities that help students and communities thrive.

See you there!

This season, we're feeling especially grateful for our school partners, students, and communities who inspire us everyday.

From all of us at Highmark, Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃✨

Growth is exciting, but it's also complex. 🌱

In this article, we revisit four key lenses every school should consider before expanding. From financial readiness to community impact, these questions still guide sustainable growth today.

Take a look:
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/ready-grow-four-critical-lenses-school-expansion-m7kpc/?trackingId=Lgc2h5Gxzfmn9A3r%2Bv0i0A%3D%3D

Ready to Grow? Four Critical Lenses for School Expansion Planning We've all heard about viewing life through 'rose-colored glasses'—that tendency to see only the positive aspects of a situation while filtering out the challenges. When it comes to school expansion, many leaders find themselves wearing these rosy, optimistic lenses.

Today, we honor the courage and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans. Your service has built the foundation of freedom and opportunity that allows our schools, communities, and students to thrive.

At Highmark, we’re grateful for all who have worn the uniform, and for those who continue to serve others through education, leadership, and community building.

Thank you for your service and dedication.

What an incredible week at in Houston!
We’re still reflecting on the powerful conversations, inspiring sessions, and connections that remind us why we do what we do. A huge thank-you to the Association of Charter School Authorizers for hosting an event that continues to elevate the work of authorizers, leaders, and partners across the country. We’re proud to be part of this community and excited to keep building partnerships that help schools thrive.

We had a great time at the 2025 Florida Charter School + School Choice Conference in Orlando!

It was wonderful connecting with school leaders and partners who share our passion for helping schools grow. Our team enjoyed learning, sharing, and building new relationships.

We always enjoy events like this—great conversations with old friends and new connections!