HUSKY STRONG NEWSLETTER:
December 3, 2025
Hillcrest High School, Midvale, Utah
*In this Husky Strong, you will find information about:* Upcoming Events, Seal of Biliteracy, Baby Ads for Seniors, After School Credit Recovery, Keys to Success, Pawprint Newsletter, PTSA Updates, Community School, Important Info, Community Flyers*
Keep up with all that is happening at Hillcrest High School. Follow us on Instagram (@hillcrest.huskies), and our SBO Instagram (@hillcrestsbo
Upcoming Events
EVENTS | DATES |
Winter Formal Dance | December 13 |
Open Arena Scheduling for 2nd Semester Starts | December 17 |
Closing Fundraiser Assembly | December 19 |
Winter Break (No School) | December 22 – January 2 |
Seal of Biliteracy
Can you speak more than one language? If so, consider applying for the official Seal of Biliteracy! This is a seal added to your high school transcripts showing a student’s demonstrated proficiency in English and a world language. Applications are open November 24th and close January 16th. Apply on: https://sealofbiliteracy.canyonsdistrict.org/. If you have any questions, please see Ms. Paulsen in the counseling center.
After-School Credit Recovery
Have you failed any classes? The first quarter is ending next week, and After School Credit Recovery begins after Fall Break. If you need to make up credit, now is the time! Please see the attached flyer for information. All students who sign up for this program will need to pay the $20 access fee for Accelerate if they have not paid it yet this year. This yearly fee can be paid in the main office. For more information or to ask any questions, please email tiffany.jessop@canyonsdistrict.org.
Baby-Ads for Seniors
Parents and Seniors! Baby ads are the perfect way to commemorate achievements and celebrate milestones of your student. To purchase a baby ad, see the image below.
Keys to Success
Students. Did you know you could earn sweet prizes just by downloading the Keys to Success app and interacting with it on a regular basis? You can!! You could earn points towards things like a Chick-fil-A meal card, a $10 voucher to Costa Vida, Hale Centre Theatre tickets, Krispy Kreme donuts, and more. You could enter giveaways for scholarships and even a car. Download the app today and start earning points. Or see Ms. Williams in the counseling center for more info.
Hillcrest Pawprint Student Newsletter
We are excited to announce “The Hillcrest Pawprint!” This is a newsletter written by students! Check out their latest articles on: https://hillcrestpawprint.com/
PTSA Updates
Join Hillcrest PTSA here: https://hillcresthuskies.givebacks.com/shop
Know what makes a great gift for your student? A super-soft plush husky blanket! You can support our PTSA and order one online here: https://hillcresthuskies.givebacks.com/shop/items/132877 and then pick it up in the school office at your convenience.
Nominate a Husky Hero by following this link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc54eg7micj4K4LxvIapJp_IKai1_2JLYCovXOKxWFtUR-gqQ/viewform
Parents, teachers, and other students can all submit nominations. Let’s celebrate students who are making Hillcrest a great place to be!
If you have any questions, you can reach us at hhshuskiesptsa@gmail.com.
Hillcrest PTSA Executive Board: President Becca Staker, Secretary Deborah Neerings, Treasurer Debbie Norr, Membership VP Kayo Robinson, Advocacy VP Derek Hanks
We are a Community School!
Our Hillcrest Free Market provides our students with food, clothing, laundry facilities, showers, and other essential needs. If you are experiencing a higher need this season, families can reach out to Elizabeth Demke for food or other assistance: 385-351-4294.
THANK YOU
Thank you to Hillcrest Seminary for our winter coats!
Thank you to Rich’s Bagels for our weekly bagels
Thank you to the FCCLA club for donating frozen meals
Thank you to the PTSA student club for their holiday craft
And thank you to all the Hillcrest families and students who have made donations to the Hillcrest Free Market food and clothing pantry this school year. We cannot support our students and families without your help!
Winter Break Assistance
Register for winter break assistance! Hillcrest is focusing on meeting the basic needs of our students and families during the holiday season. Please visit the signup: https://bit.ly/HHSWinter2025
We will be offering a winter break meal bag, laundry detergent, a blanket, and a hygiene kit per family.
Thank you!
Thank you to all of our Hillcrest Community who support and donate to our food and clothing pantry. Just a reminder: we are unable to accept or distribute expired food to our families. If you would like to know our highest need donation items, please contact 385-351-4294.
Thank you to our Hillcrest LDS Seminary for collecting hats and gloves for our students and families in need.
Join Us!
The Free Market is on Instagram! Follow our Hillcrest Free Market Instagram page to stay updated on community events and resources over the year. (@hillcrestfreemarket) We also send messages to parents on our Free Market Parent Square Group about upcoming events, produce reminders, and provide resources. To request to join, please click https://www.parentsquare.com/groups/join/hhsmarket
Do you have questions about our market, community partnerships, or community events? Please email elena.reyes@canyonsdistrict.org or call/text 385-418-9490.
Important Information
Main Office – (801) 826-6000
- To make an appointment with the Principal
- Parking permit information
- Fee waivers/payments
- Inquire or pay class fees or fines
- Drop items off for students
Attendance Office – (801) 826-6010
- To make an appointment with your students’ vice principal
- To report a student as absent or tardy
- To arrange to check your student in/out of school
- To contact your student
- Enrolling at HHS or transferring out of HHS
- Pick up vacation leave forms, change address, or medical instructions
Counseling Office – (801) 826-6020
- Class changes
- Speak to a Counselor
- Scheduling questions
- Counselor questions
Registrar Office – (801) 826-6030
- Transcripts, grades, or report cards
- Immunization questions
- 504 Information
SPED Department – (801) 826- 6033
- IEP inquiries and information
Community Flyers
*Please note that these flyers are not associated with or sponsored by Hillcrest High School or Canyons School District.*
