As we prepare for the holiday break, we want to make sure your child comes home with everything they need. Our coat rack is full of lost and forgotten jackets, hoodies, and other items!
Please encourage your child to check the coat rack before the winter break starts on December 20th. Thank you for your help!
Holiday Spirit Week is Next Week!
The Hillcrest PTO Holiday Shop is this week (Dec 9 -12)!
All items are new and in a set-price category: $1, $2, $3, $4, $5, or $6. The Holiday Shop is a fundraiser for the Hillcrest PTO.
Our amazing administration team brought smiles and festive spirit today with a Holly Jolly Snack Cart! A huge THANK YOU to our admin for reminding us all that a little joy goes a long way.
Ending Spirit Week on a plaid-tastic note! Teachers brought all the cozy vibes and checked out in style. What a fun way to wrap up the week! #UndergroundSpiritWeek #YouCanTellTheStudentsNow
A huge congratulations to our new 5th Grade Blue Blazers! These outstanding students exemplify leadership, responsibility, and a commitment to excellence. We are so proud of their hard work and can't wait to see the amazing things they will accomplish!
#LeadersOfTomorrow
Hillcrest royalty in the house! Kings and Queens Day has us shining in crowns, capes, and all the regal vibes. Long live the spirit week fun!
#UndergroundSpiritWeek #Ssshhhh #DontTellTheStudents
Join us for a fun-filled evening at Cici’s Pizza Tonight from 3 PM - 9 PM!
Bring the whole family and enjoy delicious pizza while supporting our school community.
Teachers really think outside the cup! 🥤✨ Celebrating 'Anything But a Cup Day' with creativity and laughs. #UndergroundSpiritWeek #Ssshhhh #DontTellTheStudents
Our 2nd graders had a blast solving the mystery of "Who Stole the Chef's Thanksgiving Dinner?" Using their critical thinking skills and teamwork, they worked together to crack the case. What a fun and engaging way to kick off the Thanksgiving holiday!
Happy Thanksgiving Break to our wonderful students and families! We are so thankful for each of you and the joy you bring to our school community. We can’t wait to see you back on Monday, December 2nd!
Mrs. Lohman's class took a deep dive into the history of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade by reading "Balloons Over Broadway!' After learning all about the iconic tradition, students channeled their creativity to design and craft their very own balloons. They wrapped up this exciting project with a parade to showcase their incredible creations!
📸 Make-Up Pictures Reminder
If your child was absent on October 18th for Fall pictures, make-up pictures will be taken tomorrow!
✏️ Check-Ins Reminder
Tomorrow, 4th & 5th-grade students will take their last Check-In Test for the nine weeks.
Ms. Cheek’s 4th graders got hands-on with fossils! They created True Form and Mold fossils to deepen their science studies. #Fun Friday
Math and Science Synergy! Ms. Irby’s Glow Room lit up as 3rd graders crafted spooky haunted house arrays. Meanwhile, in Ms. Kaczynski’s science lab, students explored the connection between Earth’s movement, the sun, and shadows! A hands-on learning adventure! #FunFriday
We had a pumpkin-filled day in Kindergarten! 🎃 They read From Seed to Pumpkin and then got hands-on carving their own pumpkin! Learning about nature's magic from start to finish is always a blast!
What an amazing Trunk or Treat! Our students had a blast with candy, costumes, and creative trunks! Big thanks to everyone who made the night so memorable! #Hillcrest #TrunkOrTreat
TOMORROW! Join us for Hillcrest's Trunk-or-Treat!
🗓️ Date: October 30, 2024
🕒 Time: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Hillcrest Elementary – Bus/Staff Parking Lot
Get ready for some fun! Wear your costumes and enjoy an evening full of treats and excitement!
Hillcrest Spirit Day is tomorrow! 💚💛
Wear your green and yellow to show your school pride as we kick off Red Ribbon Week! Let’s Buzz Away From Drugs and show our Hillcrest spirit together!
Today, our students proudly showcased their hard work, goals, and achievements through their leadership binders! This special event allows students to take ownership of their learning, reflect on their progress, and share their goals with peers. We are so proud of our future leaders in the making!