HUSKY STRONG NEWSLETTER:
03/06/2024
Hillcrest High School, Midvale, Utah
*In this Husky Strong, you will find information about: Upcoming Events, ACT Information, Spring Fling, Senior Corner, Cultural Night, Community School, & PTSA Message*
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Upcoming Events
SCHEDULE & EVENTS | DATES |
Cultural Night | March 7th (5 pm-7:30 pm) |
Spring Fling | March 9th (7 pm-10 pm) |
To view the school calendar, please click HERE.
We are Hillcrest
Congratulations to HHS Debate! They placed 4th at Region!
Thanks for KSL and Big Buddah for stopping by HHS to learn more about the James Plays!
Cultural Night
Our second annual Cultural Night is on March 7th from 5 pm – 7:30 pm. Join us for free food, performances, and lots of fun!
ACT Information
On Wednesday, March 20th (B day), all Juniors will be taking the ACT test. Due to this statewide testing, Freshmen, Sophomores, and Seniors WILL NOT COME TO SCHOOL on that day. Juniors must bring a fully charged, school-issued Chromebook and a photo ID. They must be in their assigned rooms by 7:20 AM. They may not bring any other electronic devices. If you have any questions, please call Mrs. Williams in the Counseling Center at 801-826-6165.
Spring Fling
Spring Fling is on March 9th from 7-10 pm in the HHS Commons. Pre-sale tickets are $15 for couples and $10 for single. At the door: $20 for a couple, $15 single. Please view the school dance guidelines HERE. All students and guests must have their student ID to enter. If you are bringing a guest, please fill out the form online HERE, or they are available on paper in the front office. Guests must be no older than 18 years of age and no younger than 14 years of age.
Senior Corner
Graduation
*Important class of 2024 graduation information, please read.
Dear Students and Parents, Graduation is coming up fast. Congratulations on a really amazing time of your life! The deadline to order your graduation items (cap and gown, graduation announcements, senior swag, etc.) is quickly approaching. Please look at the options below and click on the link that works best for you, and place your order online before the deadline of February 28th.
- To order just the cap and gown package please click the following link: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/1120792/HILLCREST-HIGH-SCHOOL/Cap-and-Gown/2136416727/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Cap-and-Gown-Unit/2136416796
- To order graduation packages that include custom graduation announcements, photo cards, senior swag, and the cap and gown please click this link: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1120792/Hillcrest-High-School/
- To order other individual graduation items, please click this link: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/catalogBrowse/1120792/HILLCREST-HIGH-SCHOOL/Graduation/2136416727/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/
- To order your graduation class ring, you can click this link: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1120792/HILLCREST-HIGH-SCHOOL/Class-Jewelry/2002080214030844323/CATALOG_JRD
- To order your Letter Jacket, you can click this link: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1120792/HILLCREST-HIGH-SCHOOL/Letter-Jackets/2111969725/CATALOG_REPOSITORY
- *NOTE- all tassels and caps and gowns will be delivered in your custom school colors. Cap and Gowns will be delivered to the school in the spring closer to graduation. Other items will be mailed directly to you.
If you have any questions, please contact Jostens directly at durfeyoffice@jostens.com or 801-766-6754
We are a Community School!
We will have fresh fruits, vegetables, and other pantry items available at the Farmers Market at 2 pm in the cafeteria for students and their families. First come, first serve.
- March 6 (March 20th canceled), April 17, May 1 & 15.
Our Hillcrest Free Market provides food, clothing, laundry, and hygiene products for our students and their families. Students who want to visit the market must check in to student support in A171.
Parents and families wanting to visit the Hillcrest Free Market will need to make an appointment with Liz Demke: call/text 385 351-4293. Please be sure to check out our website or on Instagram @hillcrestfreemarket for updates.
For more information about the market, please contact elena.foley@canyonsdistrict.org or call/text 385-418-9490
PTSA Information
PTSA Message
Hillcrest Parent-Teacher-Student Association (PTSA) is here to serve the families of our school.
Spirit Night MOD Pizza Tues March 12th Ft Union location ALL DAY!!! 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM. Tell the cashier you are with Hillcrest PTSA and they will donate 20% of sales!
March Husky Heroes – Congratulations to these students for being named Husky Heroes! Pick up your gift bag in the office!
Freshman:
- Elisa Newberry
- Brighton Criddle
Sophomore:
- Abbi Clark
- Hayley London
Junior:
- Sajjad Alsariffee
- Ale’a Baarsma
Senior:
- Dheeraj Vislawath
- Helen Espinosa Sainz
Parents of seniors, we need you to help plan GRAD NIGHT!!! The all-night party for our Seniors will be at Dimple Dell Rec Center on May 29th. Email hhs.huskies.ptsa@gmail.com if you are interested in donating food or prizes or if you can help plan Grad Night. It is an epic way for our seniors to end their high school experience. Let’s make it great!
Committees:
- Food
- Activities
- Publicity
- Security
- Prizes
Need to stay WARM this winter? Order your super soft plush Husky Blanket! $75 ORDER TODAY at https://hillcresthuskies.memberhub.com/store
JOIN PTSA- don’t have time to volunteer but still want to support the school? JOIN PTSA!! 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”
PTSA Board 2023-24: Pres- Rebecca Martin, Sec- Becca Staker, Treasurer- Chelsea Worth, VP Membership- Kayo Robinson, VP Advocacy- Stacey Kratz
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