Hillcrest Elementary

HILLCREST ELEMENTARY New Student REGISTRATION 2022-2023 Registration for new students entering Hillcrest Elementary School, American Falls, grades K-2 will be conducted Monday, August 8th through Wednesday, August 10th during the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Parents need to bring a birth certificate, immunization records and proof of residency. If students completed the 2020-2021 school year at Hillcrest they do not need to register. If kindergarten students need to complete their registration with birth certificates, updated immunizations and proof of address, please come in these days also. Hillcrest will be holding an open house “meet and greet” your child’s teacher on Monday, August 22nd. Letters will be mailed to parents after August 15th detailing the day schedule and each student's teacher. If you have any questions, please call the school office at 226-2391 beginning Monday, August 10th.

Kindergarten program at Hillcrest was SUPER cute! Good work kindergarteners - you are STARS!!

1st Grade DI Cinco De Mayo Celebration

Our incoming fall kindergarten class created their first Hillcrest poster tonight at orientation! We welcome them to Hillcrest!!

Coming Soon to Hillcrest!! Mark you calendars. See you soon.

Preschool Roundup If you have a child ages 3 or 4, this event is for you. FREE Dinner and Activites and learn about preschool opportunites for your child. It will be held in the J.R. Simplot Elementary Gym. Friday April 22nd starting at 6:00 PM

Congratulations to our IStation Most Improved for the Month. A big cheer out to Fabian, Brianna, George, Zendaya, Christopher and Savanna! Also cheers to all Hillcrest students who are reading like pros! We are so proud of them!!

SMILE!! Tomorrow - Thursday April 7th. Class pictures will also be taken and can be ordered. Picture packets have beens sent home and we have more in the office if you need them, or you can order online at www.bellphoto.com with the school code HILLCRESTES38121

Don't forget! This is today!! See you soon. All parents are welcome to come and get involved and help our students. Parents of students who will be entering Kindergarten next fall are invited as well.

Congratulations to our Lions Club Essay Winners.

Read Talk Play’s Around the World Family Night will be Thursday, March 31st from 6-7:30pm at the JRSE Gym. Free activities, treats & books! Come & enjoy a fun family night learning about different countries around the world.

SMILE!! Spring Portraits are coming soon! Thursday April 7th. Class pictures will also be taken and can be ordered. All students should have received a picture packet this week. We have more in the office if you need them, or you can order online at www.bellphoto.com with the school code HILLCRESTES38121

Add this to your calendar. All parents are welcome to come and get involved and help our students. Parents of students who will be entering Kindergarten next fall are invited as well. Hope to see you all soon!

Dual Immersion Program Mandatory Parent Meeting American Falls High School March 16, 2022 5:30 PM High School Fine Arts Center If you are a parent of an incoming Kindergarten student and are interested in participating in our dual immersion program. You need to attend this meeting. The meeting is mandatory to be entered into the lottery of students who will be able to participate.

Our Favorite books by Dr. Seuss. Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss.

March 1, 2022 Dear Parents and Friends of Hillcrest Elementary: In preparation for the 2022-23 school year, we are beginning the process of developing class list drafts. The professional staff and I put a lot of time and care into developing these assignments. We approach it collectively and with an understanding of the many strengths, needs, human interactions, etcetera that are unique to each of our students. A systematic process is used to generate class lists. The framework for the placement process is outlined below: Collaborative teacher teams develop initial recommendations which are based upon balancing academic needs, social/emotional development, gender, parent input, personality dynamics and scheduling requirements. The above factors are used to generate the first draft of class lists. Lists are then reviewed by the school counselor, behavioral coach, special program teachers and myself. Feedback is then shared with collaborative grade level teams. Teachers again review the list and analyze any changes or modifications. A final class placement list is developed. Our overall objective is to create classes that are balanced and to ensure the best possible school experience for your child(ren). In order to maintain the integrity and goals of this process, once the final placement is completed and reviewed changes are rarely made. We welcome you in this process. If desired, we encourage you to provide us with input that would assist us with placing your child for the next school year. A parental Input form is available in the office and provides us with valuable insight for student placement. If input forms are received on time, parental input/requests will be taken into consideration along with other critical factors. We cannot always honor parent requests. If desired, please complete a Parental Input Form, available in the office, and return to the Hillcrest office by April 1st, 2022. Should you have any questions, comments, or concerns about this process, please contact me at tinaf@sd381.k12.id.us or 208-226-2391. Respectfully, Tina Fehringer Principal

Hillcrest is celebrating Dr. Seuss Day on Wednesday, March 2nd. All students and staff are welcome to dress up and/or wear pajamas on this day. Let the reading fun begin!

Celebrate our most improved IStation students for the month. Congratulations to Scott, Suprena, Liam, Jose, Yareli and Ashley!!

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION for all upcoming 2022-23 kindergarten students will be conducted during parent-teacher conference days, Thursday, February 24TH and Friday, February 25TH. Thursday, February 24TH 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Friday, February 25TH 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Parents should bring the following items: Certified Birth Certificate Immunization Record Social Security Number Proof of residency Includes utility bill, gas bill, lease agreement, etc. It is necessary for parents or legal guardians to complete and sign district forms for each student. Students should attend with parents as we will be completing a required screener with the student. An orientation for students will also be held at a later date. This registration day allows you to register your child for kindergarten, get acquainted with Hillcrest and ask questions they may have. Please invite any parents you may know with eligible youngsters. Students must be five (5) years old on or before September 1, 2022. If you have any questions, you may contact the school at 226-2391. May we take this opportunity to welcome your child and you to Hillcrest Elementary School. The faculty and staff look forward to working with you during your child’s early elementary years.

Watch out Spider-Man, we have a climber at Hillcrest!