HUSKY STRONG NEWSLETTER:
April 17, 2024
Hillcrest High School, Midvale, Utah
*In this Husky Strong, you will find information about: Upcoming Events, Academic Letter Applications, Advanced/Honors Diploma, Library Update, HHS Community School, & PTSA Message*
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We Are Hillcrest!
Congratulations to the HHS Theatre Department on their 2023-2024 5A UHSAA State Championship! The James Plays also won 1st place play! To see a complete list of awards, please click HERE
Academic Letter Applications
Academic Letter applications are being accepted now through April 18. If you have had a 3.5 GPA and taken 4 core academic classes for the first three quarters of this school year, you may apply, regardless of your grade level. Applications can be picked up at the Registrar’s Office, where they can also answer questions you may have. This award is for this school year only. The final deadline to turn applications in is 3:00 p.m. April 18. Late applications will be denied.
Library Corner
When everything claims to be educational, it can be difficult to determine which media content is appropriate for your kids. We know that reviewing everything on your own can be a very time-consuming and frustrating process. Common Sense Media publishes reviews on movies, TV shows, books, games, and apps to help families make educated decisions on content curation. They even have a Star Wars Age-by-Age guideLinks to an external site. to help you introduce your favorite characters in an age-appropriate manner. Families can access 3 free reviews monthly without creating an account. Consider including your children in the decision-making process and let them pitch why they feel the movie, show, game, or app is a good use of their time.
HHS Summer School
Are you missing credit? Register for HHS Summer School! Each session is 8am-12pm Monday- Thursday in the Hillcrest Presentation Room. If you have questions please talk to your counselor or Mrs. Jessop in A173. To register for Session 1 (June 3-13) please click HERE. To register for Session 2 (June 17-27) please click HERE.
Buses from Midvale, Midvalley, and East Sandy Elementary will pick up students at 7:30 a.m. and drop them off at 12:30 p.m.
Senior Corner
Senior Group Picture
Seniors! Wednesday, April 24 is the senior panoramic photo! To order a group picture please fill out the following form click HERE.
Advanced/Honor Diplomas
Applications for Advanced or Honor Diploma are due to the Counseling Center by Friday, April 19th. Please click HERE for more information and the requirements.
Scholarships
The Hillcrest Alumni Association is offering three scholarships for our graduating seniors. All of these scholarships are need-based and can be used for vocational/trade school as well as college. The deadline to apply is April 22. Please click HERE to access the scholarship application. If you have any questions, please email Karen Conder, HHAA Secretary, at hillcresthighalumni@gmail.com
- The Hillcrest High Alumni Association 2024 Scholarships
- Multiple scholarships will be awarded: the exact number to be determined.
- Scholarship value: to be determined (over the past 5 years, recipients were awarded an average of $2,000 each)
- Eligibility: Open to 2024 Hillcrest High graduates.
Lorene Mark Scholarship 2024 – The Power of Words and Education
Lorene Mark is a former Hillcrest High educator. She taught language arts at Hillcrest from 1962 till 1988. She was passionate about what she did, and she had a great influence on many students over the years.
- One Lorene Mark 2024 Scholarship will be awarded.
- Value: $3,000
- Eligibility: Open to 2024 Hillcrest High School graduates.
- To be awarded to a student majoring in English or Education
- OR a student who has been empowered through writing and language skills.
Raymond A. Spilker Scholarship – Education is a Decision
Raymond Spilker is a former educator. He taught at Evergreen Jr. High in SLC for 32 years. He had a special connection to Hillcrest through his children and grandchildren who attended HHS. He felt strongly that education and vocational training are important in giving students a foundation to be successful in life.
- One Raymond A. Spilker Scholarship will be awarded.
- Value: $2,500
- Eligibility: Open to 2024 Hillcrest graduates.
- Must attend a trade school, vocational training program or college in Utah.
Senior Scholarships– did you know that PTSA awards two $300 scholarships to graduating seniors who have demonstrated service to the school or community and academic excellence? Students must be a member of Hillcrest PTSA to be awarded the scholarship. Seniors can fill out the brief application at:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1leS_DWubUM0s7OMbuqatiis6Vv0Y8k65D6NHs_OFizA
FAFSA
Don’t forget to fill out the FAFSA! It’s highly encouraged for seniors planning to attend college to complete the FAFSA, as it opens up eligibility for scholarships, financial aid, loans, and work-study jobs. The hard deadline to submit the FAFSA is June 30, 2024, but it’s highly recommended to have it submitted sooner in order to meet college deadlines. If you need assistance in completing the FAFSA, please contact Hillcrest’s College Access Advisor, Halle Meckl, at halle.meckl@canyonsdistrict.org or 801-826-6092.
We are a Community School!
We will have fresh fruits, vegetables, and other pantry items available at the Farmers Market at 2 p.m. in the cafeteria for students and their families. It will be first come, first serve.
- 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 Message
Hillcrest Parent-Teacher-Student Association (PTSA) is here to serve the families of our school.
Spirit Night- Café Zao Tuesday April 23rd – Ft Union location- SHOW THEM THE attached FLYER and they will donate 20% to Hillcrest PTSA!
Senior Scholarships– did you know that PTSA awards two $300 scholarships to graduating seniors who have demonstrated service to the school or community and academic excellence? Students must be a member of Hillcrest PTSA to be awarded the scholarship. Seniors can fill out the brief application at:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1leS_DWubUM0s7OMbuqatiis6Vv0Y8k65D6NHs_OFizA
LOOKING FOR PRIZES for Grad Night!! Do you or your company want to donate prizes for Grad Night? For example- $10 gift cards to local restaurants, water bottles, laptops, luggage, bikes, college gear, electronics, ear buds, etc. Anything a graduating senior night like! Email hhs.huskies.ptsa@gmail.com
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 6-10th. Email if you are interested in helping with food and treats and writing thank you notes to teachers. hhs.huskies.ptsa@gmail.com
The final PTSA Meeting of the year will be on May 1st at 1:00 pm. Please join us in the conference room!
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”
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc54eg7micj4K4LxvIapJp_IKai1_2JLYCovXOKxWFtUR-gqQ/viewform
PTSA Board 2023-24: Pres- Rebecca Martin, Sec- Becca Staker, Treasurer- Chelsea Worth, VP Membership- Kayo Robinson, and VP Advocacy- Stacey Kratz
Flyers and Events
