Hillside Happenings

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The year is off to a wonderful start, and the halls of Hillside are filled with the smiles of our students. Classes have been exploring the building, taking tours, learning procedures and engaging in community-building activities in classrooms. We are thrilled for the exciting year ahead!

We are excited to announce that the fenced-in playground will be replaced with a new, upgraded play area! As part of this project, the current playground will be closed in the coming weeks. The area will be sectioned off for safety, and we kindly ask that everyone avoid the construction zone during this time.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We look forward to unveiling the new playground!

You are invited to attend Back to School Night for students in Grades Three and Four. This evening is designed to provide you with information regarding our programs, expectations and available opportunities for your child. Attendance is encouraged, as active participation in your child’s education is a key to success.

We appreciate your understanding that this event is for parents/guardians only. Supervision for children is not provided.

Please note there are two welcome address presentations designated by grade level. These presentations will include schoolwide information. A list of room locations will be available at the main entrance.

Thursday, September 26, 2024:

7:00 PM - 7:25 PM Welcome Address with Ms. Smith, Gymnasium

For Parents of Students in Grade 4

7:30 PM - 7:55 PM Classroom Visitation, Grade 4

7:00 PM - 7:25 PM Classroom Visitation, Grade 3

7:30 PM - 7:55 PM Welcome Address with Ms. Smith, Gymnasium

For Parents of Students in Grade 3

Additionally, parents are encouraged to visit the following staff members before presentations begin:

Visitation is from 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM.

Special Areas

Ms. Iyo, Technology/STEM

Ms. Menchise, Art

Ms. Pidi, Music

Mr. Potkulski, Physical Education

Ms. Jost, Science

Special Services

Ms. Apollo, Behaviorist

Ms. Brett, Special Educator

Ms. Buckley, Special Educator

Ms. Noelle Carter, Special Educator

Ms. Chae, Special Educator

Ms. Eileen Kennedy, LDTC

Ms. Morgan, Special Educator

Ms. Saccoccio, Occupational Therapist

Ms. Schettino, Speech-Language Pathologist

English as a Second Language

Ms. Kathy Lee

Plus Program

Ms. Hernandez

School Counselor

Ms. Lang

Nurse

Ms. Haenelt

Information regarding Back to School Night for students in grades K-2, which will be held on October 10 at 7:00 p.m., will be included in the September 27 edition of Hillside Happenings.

The Academic Assistance Program will begin October 22 and continue through December 19, 2024. The program will run on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:20 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. Eligibility will be determined by mid-October. Families of K-4 students meeting the criteria will be notified by email. Questions about the program can be directed to Ms. Zanin, Assistant Principal, (zanink@nvnet.org).

Grades 3-4- Thursday, September 26 at 7:00 p.m.

Grades K-2- Thursday, October 10 at 7:00 p.m.

Grade PK- Thursday, October 10 at 6:00 p.m.

Rosh Hashanah- Thursday, October 3

Thursday, October 10

Monday, October 14

Welcome to the 2024-2025 school year! We are your School Counselors, Mrs. Lang and Ms. Weiss. This year, Ms. Weiss will be working with students in pre-k, kindergarten and grade 1 and Mrs. Lang will be working with students in grades 2, 3, and 4. If you’d like to learn more about who your school counselors are, see our “About Me” pages.

Click here to get to know Mrs. Lang!

Click here to get to know Ms. Weiss!

The role of the School Counselor is to support each child’s social, emotional, and academic growth. We have many ways we support our students. Our home-grown ICARE and Wellness Wednesday lessons and activities are delivered to students every week. School-based counseling is provided as needed to students on an individual and small group level throughout the year. We also create and conduct classroom lessons as needs arise. Our goal is to work collaboratively with families, teaching staff, and administration to support and enhance student growth while also creating a positive, nurturing environment for all.

We look forward to a great year with you!

Expect delays during the busiest times at school.

Drivers must remain in their vehicles on the drop off/pick up lines.

Students should enter and exit vehicles from the passenger side only.

Do not double park.

Do not park on or block crosswalks.

Do not leave cars unattended on the active drop-off/pick-up line.

Families should cross at crosswalks only; please do not attempt to cross in the active driveways.

When dropping students off, please pull as far forward as possible.

If you will be walking from your car to the building to drop off or pick up your child, (kindergarten/first grade parents) please park in a designated visitor parking spot - do not park in the pick-up line.

Parents/guardians should use the sidewalks at all times.

Be kind, respectful and patient!