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HUSKY STRONG 03/01/2023

HUSKY STRONG NEWSLETTER:
03/01/2023

Hillcrest High School, Midvale, Utah

 

 

*In this Husky Strong, you will find information about: ACT Testing, APP/Attendance, PTSA, Community School Info, and Calendar of Events* 

 

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Upcoming Key Dates

IMPORTANT DATES

SCHEDULE & EVENTS

March 2, 2023

Early Release at 12:03 pm

March 3, 2023

No School

March 6, 2023

Virtual Learning Day 

March 7, 2023

Mandated State ACT for all Juniors (7:15 am)

No school for All EXCEPT Juniors

We are Hillcrest

Hey Huskies,

Thank you to all the parents and students who have joined us during Parent Teacher Conferences! We had such a huge turnout and a great time! Thank you to Mr. Leavitt and our PTSA for feeding our staff! We love our Hillcrest community.


Check out all the Hillcrest Clubs. Click HERE for a list, if interested please reach out to the advisor listed.

To buy Hillcrest sporting events tickets please click HERE.

Graduation Reminders (Seniors Only)

The countdown to graduation has begun!  It will be here before you know it!  Here are a few important reminders:

  1. For those who have already ordered announcements, they will be delivered to your school on Thursday, February 23rd during lunch.  All orders must be paid in full to receive your order.  Please go online at Jostens.com or call 1-800-JOSTENS to pay the remaining balance.
  2. IF YOU HAVEN’T ORDERED YOUR CAP AND GOWN:  Caps and gowns must be ordered as soon as possible to ensure we have the size and to have them delivered to the school on time.  Order online at  www.jostens.com.
  3. Graduation announcements/invites?  Official and custom school announcements or Personalized Photo announcements can still be ordered.  You can design, personalize and easily order your invites at www.jostens.com.  Questions? Call 1-800-567-8367.
  4. Senior Graduation Rings can also still be ordered, customized, and delivered to you within four weeks of the order.  Visit www.jostens.com to view the graduation jewelry catalog and to place your order.

Congratulations on your accomplishments and enjoy the rest of your Senior Year!          – Jonathan Green, Representative, Jostens

ADVANCED AND HONORS DIPLOMA

Seniors,

Do you qualify for an Advanced or Honors Diploma? Applications are available in the Senior Green Sheets OR You can pick one up at the Registrar’s office. Please complete, sign, and return your application to Mrs. J’s wire basket, located in the Counseling Center. Applications are due, on or before, Friday, March 31, 2023. 

ACT Testing (Juniors Only)

Attention all students and parents:

All 11th-grade students in Canyons School District have the opportunity to take the ACT Test without payment, as part of the district’s college-ready focus–and this year, all testing will be digital. The ACT is used by many colleges and universities as part of their application requirements, and as a predictor of success in college.  This test has very strict testing guidelines and will be run just like the regular National ACT Test.  The test is scheduled for Tuesday, March 7, 2023, which is an A Day. This test is for JUNIORS ONLY.  Freshmen, Sophomores, and Seniors will NOT attend school on this day.  All students are invited to consult virtually with their teachers from 1:00–2:25 PM.

Digital ACT testing will begin no later than 7:40 a.m.  No students will be admitted after testing starts.  Picture ID is required. Students should bring their fully charged, school-issued Chromebook, #2 pencils, and an appropriate calculator.  See www.myact.org for additional information. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Williams in the Counseling Center at 801-826-6165. 

IMPORTANT TESTING REMINDERS:

DO:

  • Arrive ON TIME to your assigned room – testing begins no later than 7:40 am
  • Bring a Photo ID (current school ID or Driver’s License)
  • Bring your fully charged school-issued Chromebook
  • Bring a #2 pencil and a permitted calculator

DO NOT:

  • DO NOT bring a CELL PHONE
  • DO NOT bring any type of ELECTRONIC DEVICES
  • DO NOT eat or drink in the testing room
  • DO NOT bring scratch paper, notes, reading material, or any unauthorized testing aids

 

ACT Testing Schedule:

 Juniors arrive.……………………………………………….….7:00 – 7:30 AM

 Juniors begin check-in for testing.……………………….…..7:20  

 Distribute Materials/Verbal Instructions………..…………….7:40

*English Test .……………………………………..………..………….45 Minutes

 Math Test …………………………………………………..……………60 Minutes

 Break………………………………………………………..….………..15 Minutes

Reading Test……………………………………………………………..35 Minutes

Science Test ………………………………………………..………..….35 Minutes

Materials Check-in………..………………………………..11:20 Staff Check-In Materials

Lunch (for all students)………………………………….…….……11:50 AM – 12:50 PM

Virtual Teacher Consultation Time (for all students)….1:00 – 2:25 PM

*Students will not be admitted if they arrive after testing begins.

*State ACT makeup test will be on March 14, 2023. 

**BUSES WILL RUN AT THE REGULAR TIMES**

We are a Community School!

The Hillcrest Free Market is seeking donations of snacks such as granola bars, squeeze applesauce and peanut butter cookies. We are completely out! Donations can be made at the front office. We also have several students waiting for clothing listed HERE on our Amazon wish list or you can donate to our Success Fund. Our market is run 100% on community donations and partnerships.  

If you or you know of families that would like to participate in our monthly meal or weekly produce bags please have them fill out this form HERE and we will contact them. Meal bags typically include eggs, meat, and other items.

Events and Resources:

Each week we will feature community events and local resources in Midvale or surrounding areas. Please note, these events and resources are NOT sponsored by Hillcrest High School. Please click HERE for more info. 

Hillcrest Cultural Night

Families and Students, participate in our upcoming Hillcrest Cultural Night on March 21st: 5 pm-7 pm. Share your culture! Make a poster about your country, have a booth to share your culture, or perform in our talent show! If you have questions please contact elena.foley@canyonsdistrict.org

PTSA Updates

Thank you to everyone who helped make food for the Teachers for Parent/Teacher Conferences! We were able to provide a lovely meal to our faculty and staff.

PTSA Meeting- Wed March 89th 1:00 pm in the Conference Room- all are invited to attend to talk about upcoming events.

Parents of Seniors- GRAD NIGHT is coming!

We need parent volunteers to plan activities and food for GRAD NIGHT- the all-night party for graduating Seniors. To be held at Dimple Dell Rec Center May 25th 10pm- 5am.  Email what committee you would like to join! email hhs.huskies.ptsa@gmail

Husky Blankets for sale!  $75 for a super plush blanket. Sports water bottles for $10 and decals for $3 Show your Husky Pride! Want to avoid cc fees? You can purchase in the Main Office using cash/check.

https://www.successfund.com/hillcrestptsa/store

JOIN PTSA

Did you know that only 217 Hillcrest parents have joined PTSA this school year???? WE NEED YOU!

JOIN Hillcrest High PTSA and support the parents, teachers, and students!  Only $7 

https://hillcresthuskies.memberhub.com/store

Or Drop off cash/check to the Main Office in an envelope with your name and contact info and “PTSA”

We love serving you and our school but we need more parents!

PTSA Board 2022-23: Pres- Rebecca Martin, Sec- Becca Staker, Treasurer- Chelsea Worth, VP Membership- Kayo Robinson, VP Advocacy- Stacey Kratz

Hillcrest 1 Week Calendar of Events: 

March 1

  • Inclusion Week
  • Robotics Competition @ Maverik Center
  • Seal of Biliteracy AAPPL Testing March 1-17th
  • Drill Practice in Main Gym (6 am-7:30 am)
  • Planning Meeting Cultural Night in Hosting Room (9 am-10 am)
  • Region Jazz Dress Rehearsal (2 pm-5 pm)
  • Dance Company Rehearsals in Studio (2:30 pm-4 pm)
  • Spring Play Rehearsals (2:30 pm-7 pm)
  • Baseball Practice at Baseball Field (3 pm-5:30 pm)
  • Boys Tennis Practice at Tennis Courts (3 pm-5:30 pm)
  • Boys Volleyball Practice in Main Gym (3 pm-5:30 pm)
  • Softball Practice at Softball Field (3 pm-5:30 pm)
  • Tennis Weights in Weight Room (3 pm-3:45 pm)
  • Track Practice at Track and Football Field (3 pm-5 pm)
  • Boys Soccer Practice at Soccer Field (3:30 pm-7:30 pm)
  • Parent Teacher Conferences (3:30 pm-7 pm)
  • Football Offseason Weights in Weight Room (4 pm-5 pm)
  • End of Year Banquet for Cheer Gallery (5 pm-8:30 pm)
  • FAFSA Completion Night P/T COnferences in Career Lab (5 pm-7 pm)
  • Girls Soccer Open Gym (5:30 pm-7 pm)
  • Softball Parent Meeting in Presentation Room (6:30 pm-8:30 pm)
  • Boys Jr Husky Basketball in Main and Aux Gym (7 pm-9 pm)

March 2

  • Art Tour – Chicago
  • Early Out Day
  • FRC Robotics Competition @ Maverik Center
  • Inclusion Week
  • Drill Practice in Main Gym (6 am-7:30 am)
  • Unified Basketball Tournament at Copper Hills HS (10 am-1 pm)
  • Unified Dance (invite only) in Hosting Room (12:30 pm-2:30 pm)
  • Region Jazz Competition at Cottonwood (2 pm-7 pm)
  • Dance Company Rehearsal in Studio (2:30 pm-4 pm)
  • HOSA in Hosting Room (2:30 pm-5 pm)
  • Spring Play Rehearsals (2:30 pm-7 pm)
  • Baseball Practice at Baseball Field (3 pm-5:30 pm)
  • Boys Tennis Practice at Tennis Courts (3 pm-5:30 pm)
  • Softball Practice at Softball Field (3 pm-5:30 pm)
  • Track Practice at Track and Football Field (3 pm-5 pm)
  • Boys Soccer Practice at Soccer Field (3:30 pm-7:30 pm)
  • Dance Practice in Commons (POP) (3:30 pm-4 pm)
  • Boys Soccer Parent Meeting in Presentation Room (6 pm-9 pm)

March 3

  • Art Tour in Chicago
  • FRC Robotics Competition @ Maverik Center 
  • Inclusion Week
  • No School/Comp Day for PTC
  • Drill Practice in the main Gym (6 am-7:30 am)
  • Faculty Meeting in Presentation Room (12:40 pm-1:20 pm)
  • National Qualifiers Debate in Hillcrest IB Rm, Library, 4 ELA Classrooms (2:30 pm-11 pm)
  • Spring Play Rehearsals (2:30 pm-7 pm)
  • Baseball Practice in Baseball Field (3 pm-5:30 pm)
  • Boys Tennis Practice at Tennis Courts (3 pm-5:30 pm)
  • Softball Practice at Softball Field (3 pm-5:30 pm)
  • Tennis Weights in Weight Room (3 pm-3:45 pm)
  • Track Practice at Track and Football Field (3 pm-5 pm)
  • Boys Soccer Practice at Soccer Field (3:30 pm-7:30 pm)

March 4

  • Art Tour – Chicago
  • FRC Robotics Competition @ Maverik Center & Park City HS
  • Spring Play Rehearsal (8 am-5 pm)
  • Boys Volleyball Open Gym in Aux Gym (12 pm-2 pm)

March 5

  • Art Tour – Chicago

March 6

  • FBLA State Conference at Davis Conference Center 
  • Virtual Learning Day
  • Drill Practice in Main Gym (6 am-7:30 am)
  • Dance Company Rehearsals in Studio (2:30 pm-4 pm)
  • Spring Play Rehearsals (2:30 pm-7 pm)
  • Baseball Practice at Baseball Field (3 pm-5:30 pm)
  • Boys Tennis Practice at Tennis Courts (3 pm-5:30 pm)
  • Boys Volleyball Practice in Main Gym (3 pm-5 pm)
  • Softball Practice at Softball Field (3 pm-5:30 pm)
  • Track Practice at Track and Football Field (3 pm-5 pm)
  • Boys Soccer Practice at Soccer Field (3:30 pm-7:30 pm)
  • IB Information meeting in Presentation Room (6 pm-7 pm)
  • Boys Jr Husky Basketball in Main and Aux Gym

March 7

  • FBLA State Conference in Davis Conference Center
  • Drill Practice in Main Gym (6 am-7:30 pm)
  • Mandated State ACT @ Hillcrest (7:15 pm-2 pm)
  • ACT Test – 11th Grade (8 am-12 pm)
  • Dance Company Rehearsals in Studio (2:30 pm-4 pm)
  • Spring Play Rehearsals (2:30 pm-7 pm)
  • Baseball: East @ HHS (3 pm-4 pm)
  • Boys Tennis Practice at Tennis Courts (3 pm-5:30 pm)
  • Softball Practice at Softball Field (3 pm-5:30 pm)
  • Track Practice in Commons (POP) (3:30 pm-4 pm)
  • Drill Year End Review in Main and Aux Gym (3:30 pm-8:30 pm)

 

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