Husky Strong Newsletter:
September 2, 2026
Hillcrest High School, Midvale, Utah
*In this Husky Strong, you will find information about: Upcoming Events, Homecoming, Sterling Scholars, School Pictures, School Info, PTSA Updates, Somos Hillcrest, Canyons Family Center & Community School Info*
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Upcoming Events
EVENTS | DATES |
No School (Labor Day) | September 7th |
Graduation Information Assembly for Seniors | September 8, during APP |
Picture Retakes | September 9 October 7 |
GROWL Presentation for 9th Grade | September 10, during APP |
Parent Teacher Conferences | September 22 & 23 |
Sterling Scholars
For Seniors only: Sterling Scholar applications are now available. See Mrs. C-J in room 411 for information regarding the application process and dates. The application is due Thursday, September 24th. Thank you!
PTSA Updates
Join the Hillcrest PTSA today! Did you know that joining the PTSA doesn’t mean you have to volunteer for endless hours? Your small $10 donation helps to fund student activities, teacher grants, and more. Show your support for our high school community! Parents, grandparents, teachers, and students are ALL welcome to join! https://hillcresthuskies.givebacks.com/shop?category=21700
PTA Reflections art program: the theme this year is “What My Culture Means to Me.” We will let you know the school deadline soon! 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 is making Hillcrest a better place, or facing a tough battle with courage? Nominate them as a Husky Hero! Parents, teachers, and friends can all nominate students as Husky Heroes. Winners are selected monthly and receive a gift bag and recognition. Fill out a nomination form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc54eg7micj4K4LxvIapJp_IKai1_2JLYCovXOKxWFtUR-gqQ/viewform
Contact us any time at hhshuskiesptsa@gmail.com
2026-2027 Board: President Becca Staker, Secretary Deborah Neerings, Treasurer Debbie Norr, Advocacy VP Kendra Burgon, Membership VP Andrea Gritton
Somos Hillcrest
¡Familias, los invitamos a nuestra noche para la familia, “Somos Hillcrest”!
Acompáñenos el 1 de octubre de 6:00 p. m. a 7:30 p. m. Para una noche dedicada a nuestras familias que hablan español. Tendremos información y recursos importantes para ayudarles a conocer mejor nuestros programas escolares, a apoyar a sus estudiantes y a conectarse con nuestra comunidad escolar.
We are a Community School!
We are partnering with Midvale Middle School to host a community wellness night on October 8th from 5:30 pm- 7:00 pm at Midvale Middle School (4852 S. Pioneer St., Midvale). We will have community resources, prevention health screenings, free haircuts, and free Chick-fil-A sandwiches!
Canyons Family Center
The Canyons Family Center provides a spectrum of services including individual counseling, student-support groups, and parent-education classes. Classes are offered on Tuesdays or Wednesdays, 6-7:30 pm at Mount Jordan Middle School (9351 S. Mountaineer Lane, Sandy).
Crisis counseling is available every second Wednesday of the month for immediate, confidential support. Mental Health screeners nights are available by appointment. Please see the flyer below for registration and dates.
The following classes are offered for parents:
- Parenting Students with ADHD
- Parenting Students with Anxiety
- Positive Parenting Strategies
- Parenting to Help Teens Build Social Skills
- Internet Safety with Michelle Busch (Utah Internet Crimes Against Children)
- Mindful Use of Electronics – for Students (Grades 3rd – 6th) & Parents
- Healing Conversations (Suicide prevention offered 3 times this year)
The following classes are offered for students:
- Confidently Me for Teens
- Teen Social Skills
- Anger Management for Children & Teens
- Coping with Divorce
- Emotional Intelligence for Youth
- Managing Anxiety for Children & Teens
- Teens Together Grief Support Group
- Emotional Awareness and Problem Solving for Teens
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
District Flyers
