HUSKY STRONG NEWSLETTER:
03/29/2023
Hillcrest High School, Midvale, Utah
*In this Husky Strong, you will find information about: Aspire Testing, Graduation, Multicultural Conference, Community School Info, PTSA, and Calendar of Events*
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Upcoming Key Dates
IMPORTANT DATES | SCHEDULE & EVENTS |
April 3rd – 7th | Spring Break (No School)
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We are Hillcrest
End of Quarter 3 is March 17th.
The new quarter begins Monday, March 20th. Please have a conversation at home about attending all classes on time and participating in class. Every student has a fresh start in Quarter 4. Let’s start with a new commitment to school!
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.
Congratulations to our Hillcrest Theatre Department for their 8th consecutive region championship! For a complete list of region results visit hillcresttheatre.com
Aspire Testing (ONLY 9th and 10th graders)
Attention Students and Parents:
All 9th & 10th-grade students in Canyons School District will be given the State of Utah ASPIRE PLUS Test. The ASPIRE Plus test is used to measure student knowledge, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in Reading, English, Math, and Science. The test is scheduled for Wednesday, April 12, 2023, and Thursday, April 13, 2023. This test is for FRESHMEN and SOPHOMORES only.
The ASPIRE Plus test will begin no later than 7:40 a.m. No students will be admitted after testing starts. Picture ID is required. Students should bring #2 pencils and an appropriate calculator. If students wish to have questions read to them, students may bring their own hardwired headphones (no Bluetooth). If you have any questions, please contact Hillcrest High School at 801-826-6000.
All 11th and 12th-grade students will have a late start day and all students will resume their regular classes at 10:45 am.
IMPORTANT TESTING REMINDERS:
DO:
- Bring your school-issued Chromebook (fully charged)
- Arrive ON TIME to your assigned room – testing begins no later than 7:40 a.m.
- Bring a Photo ID (current school ID or Driver’s License)
- Bring Number 2 pencils and a permitted calculator
- Bring your own hardwired headphones (no Bluetooth)
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
ASPIRE Plus Testing Schedule Wednesday, April 12th: Freshmen & Sophomores arrive…………………….. 7:00 am –7:30 am Freshmen & Sophomores begin check-in for testing……… 7:20 am Distribute Materials/Verbal Instructions…………………….. 7:40 am Test 1: Math…………………………………………..75 Minutes Break……………………………………… 10 Minutes Test 2: English………………………………………..45 Minutes Break……………………………………….10 Minutes School starts for ALL students at 10:45 am 5th Period ……………………………………………… 10:45 am- 11:24 am Lunch (for all students) ………………………….. 11:24 am-12:05 pm 6th Period …………………………………………….. 12:11 pm-12:50 pm 7th Period …………………………………………….. 12:56 pm- 1:35 pm 8th Period …………………………………………….. 1:41 pm-2:20 pm | ASPIRE Plus Testing Schedule Thursday, April 13th: Freshmen & Sophomores arrive…………………….. 7:00 am –7:30am Freshmen & Sophomores begin check-in for testing……… 7:20 am Distribute Materials/Verbal Instructions…………………….. 7:40 am Test 1: Reading……………………………………..75 Minutes Break…………………………………………………… 10 Minutes Test 2: Science……………………………………….60 Minutes Break…………………………………………………….10 Minutes School starts for ALL students at 10:45 am 1st Period. ……………………………………………… 10:45 am- 11:24 am Lunch (for all students) ……………………………. 11:24 am-12:05 pm 2nd Period. ……………………………………………. 12:11 pm-12:50 pm 3rd Period. …………………………………………….. 12:56 pm- 1:35 pm 4th Period. …………………………………………….. 1:41 pm-2:20 pm |
*Students will not be admitted if they arrive after test instructions are given.
*Juniors and Seniors that take the bus to school in the morning must report to the gym to work on school work.
**BUSES WILL RUN AT THE REGULAR TIMES**
As a reminder, all 11th and 12th-grade students will have a late start on Wednesday, April 12th, and Thursday, April 13th (10:45 am) to allow 9th and 10th graders to take the ASPIRE Plus test in the morning.
Graduation Reminders (Seniors Only)
The countdown to graduation has begun! It will be here before you know it! Here are a few important reminders:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
SENIOR FAFSA LUNCH – MARCH 30th
The Hillcrest Counselors and College Access Advisors will host a FAFSA Lunch on March 30th from 11:00 am-1:00 pm in the Hillcrest Hosting Room. The FAFSA or Free Application for Federal Student Aid is used to determine financial aid eligibility at colleges, universities, and technical schools. If your senior needs help getting started, finishing the form, or even just making some progress, they can visit the Hosting Room during their lunch. There will be pizza for them! Seniors will also be given step-by-step instructions on how to complete their forms. If your child is attending, please click this link for documents needed to complete the FAFSA: FAFSA Documents. Students can still attend if they cannot gather all of the documents. If you have any questions, please reach out to Max Huftalin at max.huftalin@canyonsdistrict.org, or (801) 826-6092.
SLCC Multicultural Conference (Juniors Only)
Juniors, join us for the Salt Lake Community College Multicultural Conference on April 14th from 8 am-1 pm. Attend workshops, win prizes, and learn about college. Please talk to Max Huftalin in Student Support (A171) to sign up or contact him at max.huftalin@canyonsdistrict.org, or (801) 826-6092. The deadline to sign up is March 31st. Bus transportation will be provided to and from the school; however, this event is on a Friday, and we will arrive back at school after the buses leave. Please make sure you have transportation back home.
Math Summer Bridge Programs
Canyons School District High School Math Secondary Honors Summer Bridge Course
If you are an incoming 10th grader who took Secondary I in 9th grade and would like to take Secondary II HONORS in 10th grade, this course is for you!
During this class, students will study the Pre-Calculus concepts taught in the Secondary I Honors course: vectors, matrices, determinants, Cramer’s rule, and operations on matrices and vectors. Students will need to show mastery of concepts through the end-of-course assessment.
The class will be held June 5th- June 15th Monday-Thursday (No class on Fridays) 9 am-11 am. Classes will be held in person at Jordan High School (95 Beetdigger Blvd, Sandy, Utah 84070)
To register, please click HERE. Registration closes Friday, May 26th at 5 pm. For more information, please contact Allison Duncan (allison.duncan@canyonsdistrict.org)
University of Utah Summer Mathematics Program for High School Students
The Summer Mathematics Program for High School Students at the University of Utah provides outstanding students an opportunity to develop their math talents to the fullest. Participants will receive three University credits in mathematics.
Classes will be held June 20th – July 7th Monday-Friday. For more information and to apply to the program, please click HERE. Applications close on June 1st. For more information on the program, please contact Sean Lawley (lawley@math.edu.edu)
Cheer Tryouts
If you’re interested in being part of the Hillcrest High School Cheer and Stunt team,
there is a tryout meeting Wednesday, March 29, at 6:00 in the Presentation room at Hillcrest. Mandatory tryout clinics will be held on April 10 & 12 from 6:00-8:00, where athletes will learn the tryout material. Tryouts will be held on April 14th beginning at 3:30.
Please email Ms. Martinez if you have any questions. alexandra.martinez@canyonsdistrict.org
We are a Community School!
ADULT VISION CLINIC at East Midvale Elementary
Utah Partners for Health is bringing their vision van to East Midvale Elementary on Thursday, March 30th for adults to be seen. Appointments will include a free eye exam and free glasses that are mailed to the client if needed. There are about 20 spots still available! To make an appointment please call 385-204-6257. This clinic is for ADULTS ONLY. The clinic is 9 am-2 pm at East Midvale Elementary (6990 S 300 E, Midvale, UT)
The Hillcrest Free Market is running out of food for our students and their families! We are asking for immediate donations of:
- MICROWAVEABLE Mac & Cheese cups
- Honey Nut Cheerios
- Honey Bunches of Oats
- Applesauce Pouches
- Yogurt pouches
- Granola Bars
- Breakfast Bars
- String Cheese
Thank you for your help all year in feeding and clothing our students and families in need!
Please check out our Amazon Wish List for clothing and hygiene items as well as our Success Fund, where we fundraise for vegetables, fruits, and other fresh food for our meal bags.
If you or you know of families that would like to participate in our monthly meal bags or to join our parent square list, please have them fill out this form HERE, and we will contact them. Meal bags typically include eggs, meat, and other items. Every Tuesday after school, we provide fresh produce on a first-come, first-serve basis in the Cafeteria.
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.
PTSA Updates
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 on May 25th, 10 pm- 5 am. Email what committee you would like to join! email hhs.huskies.ptsa@gmail
Committees: Activities, Food, Publicity, Ticketing, Prizes
Do you or your company want to donate a prize? Anything from gift cards to squish mallows to earbuds or a new TV!! We need door prizes to encourage the kids to stay at the party all night!
Contact Rebecca at hhs.huskies.ptsa@gmail
Next PTSA Meeting- Wed, April 12th, 1:00 pm. – all are invited to attend
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.
JOIN PTSA
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 29th |
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March 30th |
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March 31 |
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April 3-7 | Spring Break (No school) |
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