Hollywood Hill Happenings

Hello Hollywood Hill Families,

The process to install our new inclusive playground continues to move forward!

After school ends in June, the current playground at Hollywood Hill will be removed to make space for a new, fully inclusive playground, funded by the voter-approved 2022 Capital Bond.

The new installation will have ground-level play activities, ramps, and other features that are available to each and every student to experience. In addition to all the equipment, I am especially appreciative of how the playground color scheme aligns to our school colors of red and blue! Although the design is not finalized, it is expected to include a large play structure, bridges, slides, climbing structures, spinners, swings, and more. Planning began earlier this school year, and last week, students had the opportunity to provide feedback on the types of features they would like to see included. Please note that you can see a few images of the proposed playground below and are able to provide any feedback directly to Devlin Piplic, Construction Project Manager. This information is being considered as the playground design is finalized.

We expect the installation will take all summer and possibly into the start of next school year. While we hope it will be complete prior to the beginning of the 2024-25 school year, we are developing plans for alternative playground activities, as construction timelines can be delayed due to a number of factors. Please be aware that the area will be fenced off and unavailable during the summer months. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to having a safe and accessible playground in the near future.

Kind Regards,

Kate Eicher, Principal

Hollywood Hill Elementary

~ A Place Where Every Star Shines!

• 5/14, 16: SBA Testing (Grades 3-5, Math)
• 5/14: Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast, 9:30-10:30 am in the Library
• 5/14: Track & Field Meet, 5:00-6:30 pm at Hollywood Hill
• 5/17: 5th Grade State Science Testing
• 5/21: 1st Grade Field Trip to Woodinville City Hall, 9:45 am-1:00 pm
• 5/21: Track & Field - Jr. Olympics, 5:30-7:00 pm at Woodinville High School
• 5/23: Superintendent Tolley Conduct his Annual Visit to HH: 8:45-11:00 am
• 5/23: K-2 Sensory Field Trip-NW Railway Museum, 9:45 am-1:30 pm
• 5/23: Mrs. Mus Class Field Trip to WHS, 12:00-2:00 pm
• 5/24: Popcorn Friday
• 5/29: Lockdown Drill

Calling all HH Volunteers:

Please mark your calendars for our annual

Volunteer Appreciation Red Carpet Event!

Tuesday, May 14th

9:30 - 10:30am

in the Library

Questions: jrobb@nsd.org

HHE World Music Concert

WHO: 4th & 5th graders (including the 5th grade band, orchestra and marimba band)

WHEN: THURSDAY, May 30th at 6:30 p.m. (call time: 6:15)

WHERE: HHE Gym

Please make arrangements with any sports or other activities to help make sure you child is

able to attend. All roles are important!

JOIN US FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE MUSICAL PERFORMANCE FROM OUR TALENTED FOURTH AND FIFTH GRADE MUSICIANS!!

Questions? Email Ms. Lin: ylin@nsd.org

The safety and security of all students remains one of our top priorities. Every month we have a drill. This month the emergency drill is Lockdown/Active Threat. This will take place on Wednesday, May 29th at 10:30am. Below is the drill information.

HOLLYWOOD HILL

LOCKDOWN/ACTIVE THREAT DRILL

Purpose

Lockdown is only used when there is an armed intruder on campus or law enforcement instructs us to go into Lockdown due to policy activity in the area. If the school is placed in Lockdown, staff and students will hear: “Lockdown, Lockdown, we are now in Lockdown.” You may hear more descriptive language if they know where the intruder is and what direction they are heading. Remember at Hollywood Hill the library is on the north side of the school.

Staff/Student Involvement

All staff and students and visitors

Lockdown/Drill

· If not in a classroom, students/staff/guests should go directly to the nearest safe location.

· Students at recess need to listen to the recess teachers. They will play the siren from the megaphone. Students will go to the nearest recess teacher. They will give them direction.

· Staff should check hallway and bring anyone in the immediate area into their classroom before locking the door.

· Lock classroom doors and windows and pull shades down immediately. Cover all door glass.

· Keep students away from doors and windows.

· Students should be scattered around the room, not grouped together in one place. They should be hiding.

· Turn off lights!

· Stay quiet!

· Silence cell phones

· Maintain a calm environment by remaining calm yourself and reassuring students that everything possible is being done to return the situation to normal.

· Remain in secured classrooms until notified.

Post-Drill

Open blinds and doors to normal position

PTA activities are not sponsored nor endorsed by the Northshore School District or any of its schools. The District assumes no responsibility for the conduct during or the safety of the activities. Northshore School District shall be held harmless from any cause of action, claim, or petition filed in any court of administrative tribunal arising out of distribution of these materials including attorney's fees and judgement or awards.

Hello Stars!

Thank you to our PTA and volunteers that organized and provided an Olympic themed Staff Appreciation event this past week. What a fun theme and great way to thank staff at Hollywood Hill for all their hard work.

🍕 It's time to mark your calendars for our last dine-out event of the year! Join us for a delicious slice at Pizza Coop as we wrap up this school year with some cheesy goodness. We will have a private room from 5:30-7:30pm, grab some friends and pizza.

But wait, there's more! 🍩 Don't miss out on our special "Donuts with Grownups" event coming up soon! It's a perfect opportunity to indulge in some sweet treats while connecting with other parents and guardians.

🌞 Field Day Update: Due to unforeseen circumstances, Field Day has been rescheduled to June 24th. Get ready for a day packed with fun activities and outdoor adventures!

🎓 And let's not forget our fabulous 5th graders! They're gearing up for their celebrations and graduation, so let's show them all the love and support they deserve as they embark on this exciting new chapter.

Stay tuned for more updates and let's make these final school moments memorable! 🎈

Rachel

president@hhillpta.org

We are also on the lookout for passionate parents & caregivers to lead committees and we need your talent and dedication.

The self-nomination period has officially been opened. We hope that you will consider putting your name forward if you are interested in any of these positions and in joining the PTA Board! You can also contact the Nominating Committee (secretary@hhilllpta.org), or President Rachel Colombo (president@hhillpta.org) and they would be happy to answer your questions.

Click here for more information on open PTA positions

• 1 or 2 pieces of your 4th or 5th grade student's art will be on display beginning at 5:45pm

• Students will need to report to the Music Room to get ready for their musical at 6:15pm

• The musical will begin at 6:30pm

• All 4th & 5th grade families are invited - we hope to see you there!




Questions: Ariana Levin at artdocent@hhillpta.org

We are hosting one more Dine Out at Pizza Coop - we booked the private room again! So, join your friends and family for a fun night out. 25% of all sales go to HHE!.

• Dine-In and Phone Orders - mention Hollywood Hill Elementary

• Online Orders follow the link and add to cart

Questions: Elisa fundraising@hhillpta.org

Picnic on 6/20: Please turn in the t-shirt order form that came home with your student to your teacher by this Fri, 5/17. Watch for volunteer needs in the next newsletter!

Ceremony on 6/21: If you haven’t yet, please send photos of your 5th grader to 5thgrade@hhillpta.org asap.

1. A baby/toddler photo

2. A current photo

3. Any school activity photo of your students and other HHE students throughout the years.

Questions: Erin Bordner at 5thgrade@hhillpta.org

• May 22: Dine Out Pizza Coop

• May 23: Kindergarten Open House

• May 24: ‘24/’25 PTA Board Self-Nominations Due

• May 30: 4th & 5th Art Walk & Musical Concert

• June 7: Donuts with Grownups

• June 11: PTA Membership Meeting

• June 20: 5th Grade Picnic at Cottage Lake Park

• June 21: 5th Grade Ceremony

• June 24: Field Day