HUSKY STRONG NEWSLETTER:
January 14, 2026
Hillcrest High School, Midvale, Utah
*In this Husky Strong, you will find information about:* Upcoming Events, Weekly Parent Corner: Talking about Vaping, Digital Citizenship, FAFSA Night, Seal of Biliteracy, 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 |
End of Quarter 2 | January 15th |
No School | January 16th & 19th |
FAFSA NIght | January 14th (5 pm -7 pm) in the Presentation Room |
Weekly Parent Corner: Talking About Vaping
As part of our new campaign, “Clear the Air, Huskies,” to support families in preventing teen vaping, we’ll be sharing brief weekly resources from the How to Start a Conversation With Your Child About Vaping Guide. Each section will give parents simple, approachable tools to help them talk with their teens and stay informed.
Week 4 – Building the Relationship That Makes Talks Easier
This week is less about vaping itself and more about the relationship that makes any tough conversation go better. When teens feel respected, understood, and trusted, they’re more likely to listen and open up about vaping and everything else.
A strong relationship is built on mutual respect, trust, and really trying to understand who your teen is, what they want, and what they care about.
Small, consistent gestures matter: checking in regularly, spending even a little one‑on‑one time (a short walk, a quick drive, a snack run), and noticing their efforts, not just their achievements.
Saying “I care about you” out loud and being there when they’ve had a rough day helps them feel safe coming to you when they’re pressured to vape or are curious about it.
Digital Citizenship Monthly Message
Being informed is more than knowing facts — it’s about helping young people learn to question, analyze, and make sense of the information they encounter every day. In a world where news, opinions, algorithms, and misinformation are everywhere, our kids need the skills to pause, think, and investigate before deciding what to trust. When children learn how to verify sources, recognize bias, and cross-check claims, they’re not just building academic skills — they’re developing the habits they need to stay safe online and grow into thoughtful, responsible citizens.
This week, we’re highlighting the Informed skill from Common Sense Education’s Digital Citizenship curriculum. At home, you can support this by talking with your child about what they see online, asking questions together, and modeling how to slow down and check whether information is trustworthy.
Because when children learn to be informed, they become safer, smarter, and more empowered citizens. https://cnyns.org/4j4KBePLinks to an external site.
FAFSA Night
Seniors, do you need assistance with your FAFSA? Join us on Wednesday, January 14th, from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm in the HHS Presentation Room. There will even be a chance to win a $500 scholarship for attending! Please see the flyer below for what to bring.
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.
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
Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A next Tuesday, January 20th! This applies to mobile orders only on the app – see instructions in the flier attached. 20% of purchases will be donated to Hillcrest PTSA! Thank you for your support!
Our next PTSA Student Club meeting will be Tuesday, January 20th, in the Presentation Room during APP. We’ll be preparing and planning service for our school. Students, please join PTSA and get involved in the Student Club! Great for service hours, great for college applications!
Are you willing to be more involved in the great things PTSA is doing at our school? Do you want to find out WHAT the PTSA is doing at our school? We are looking for people to join our executive board and chair committees for next school year. Send us an email at hhshuskiesptsa@gmail.com to see how you can help!
Nominate a Husky Hero by following this link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc54eg7micj4K4LxvIapJp_IKai1_2JLYCovXOKxWFtUR-gqQ/viewform
Purchase a super-soft Husky blanket here: https://hillcresthuskies.givebacks.com/shop/items/132877 This is our fundraiser, so we appreciate all your support! (Donations in any amount can also be made online at our givebacks store.)
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.
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.*
