HUSKY STRONG October 28, 2026

Husky Strong Newsletter:

October 28, 2026

Hillcrest High School, Midvale, Utah

*In this Husky Strong, you will find information about: Upcoming Events, Halloween Reminders, FAFSA Night, UCAW, SLCC Field Trip, PTSA Updates, School Info, & Community School Info*

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Upcoming Events

EVENTS	DATES
Utah College Application Week (UCAW) for Seniors	October 27 – 30

Halloween Reminders

Students may dress up for Halloween, as long as they follow the guidelines below. Regular school rules regarding the dress code must be followed.

No more than 50% of your face may be painted. No masks or face coverings, props, canes, sticks, glow sticks, or weapon-like items are allowed. Fake blood or other substances that spill or cause a mess are also prohibited.
Students may not wear anything suggestive or provocative. Underwear as outerwear is not allowed.
Nothing that promotes the use of illegal substances or activities, derogatory or disrespectful, or portrays violence.
Students must show respect to other students by not touching, defacing, or insulting other students’ costumes.
Students must show respect for others by not choosing insensitive and/or offensive costumes to the diverse backgrounds represented by others at our school.

Yearbook Reminder

Last Year’s Yearbooks:

If you purchased a yearbook last school year and have not picked it up yet, please stop by the Main Office to get it. Any unclaimed yearbooks will be made available for sale, so please pick yours up as soon as possible!

This Year’s Yearbooks:

Now is the perfect time to order your yearbook! The price is currently $50.00, but it will increase to $60.00 after Winter Break. Orders will close after January, so be sure to purchase yours on Skyward or in the Main Office before the deadline!

Don’t miss out on preserving this year’s memories!

FAFSA Night

Seniors! Join us for FAFSA Night on October 29th from 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm! Get expert help completing the FAFSA and have your questions answered. Parents and students are welcome! College representatives will also be available to share information about admissions, housing, scholarships, and more. We hope to see you there!

SLCC Field Trip

Student Support Center will be taking a bus to Salt Lake Community College on November 13th. This event is for seniors only! If you would like a permission slip, please see Mrs. Elena in A171.

PTSA Updates

Please JOIN the Hillcrest PTSA! https://hillcresthuskies.givebacks.com/shop?category=21700

PTA Reflections art program: the theme this year is “What My Culture Means to Me.” The deadline for entries is November 3!! Students may submit entries in the categories of Visual Arts, Photography, Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, and Music Composition. For more information go to https://www.utahpta.org/ref

Do you know a student who makes Hillcrest a better place, helps others, or has overcome obstacles? Nominate them as a Husky Hero! Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc54eg7micj4K4LxvIapJp_IKai1_2JLYCovXOKxWFtUR-gqQ/viewform

2026-2027 Board: President Becca Staker, Secretary Deborah Neerings, Treasurer Debbie Norr, Advocacy VP Kendra Burgon, Membership VP Andrea Gritton

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 greater need this season, families can reach out to Elizabeth Demke for food or other assistance at 385-351-4294.

Thanksgiving Support

Thanksgiving is around the corner! If you need assistance with a Thanksgiving meal this season, please fill out this form HERE. We will submit your information to our partner, Thanksgiving Heroes. They deliver uncooked meals on Saturday, November 21st. If you have any questions, please contact elizabeth.demke@canyonsdistrict.org or elena.reyes@canyonsdistrict.org.

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

Speak to a Counselor
Scheduling questions or changes
Graduation
Seal of Biliteracy questions
Speak to the CTE Coordinator
Speak to a School Psychologist or Social Worker
Speak to the Testing Coordinator

Registrar Office-(801) 826-6030

Transcripts, grades, or report cards
Immunization questions
504 Information

SPED Department-(801) 826- 6033

IEP inquiries and information