Weekend Update!
Thursday February 15th, 2024
Good Afternoon!
Four day weekend, here we come! Thank you for your help and support in creating another positive week of school! I hope you enjoyed our snow day on Tuesday (the Rickert girls had a blast)! We have so many great things happening with our students in this building, and we could not do it without you!
Stay safe and have fun with the extra days off!
Please See The Following For Next Week And Beyond!
Dropoff/Pickup Reminder
As a reminder, students should not be dropped off or picked up in the Agriscience parking lot. Thank you!
Girl's Championship
Congratulations to our girl's basketball team on winning their second straight championship! We are so proud of their hard work and this remarkable accomplishment! Hats off to Coach Ron and Coach Mike for another great season!
Science Bowl
We are so proud of our Science Bowl Team who participated in the regional competition in Glastonbury last weekend! Thank you to Miss Ardito for making this happen!
Staff Treats
The past couple of days our staff has been treated to some yummy snacks! On Wednesday, our Sunshine committee facilitated a Snack Your Heart Out where staff brought in different food to munch on throughout the day. This morning, Mrs. Laird and I made an assortment of waffles, pancakes, and French Toast for the staff to help them start off the long weekend in a positive way!
Connecticut Women's History Essay Contest
On behalf of the Trumbull State Legislative delegation, 6th grade students are invited to participate in the Women’s History Essay Contest! If they choose to participate, you may write a 300 word essay on the topic “Important Women in Connecticut’s History and How Their Contributions to the State and Nation Affect Me.” Each student should focus on one notable Connecticut woman, detailing her life and accomplishments and what those contributions mean to them and our state. The deadline to submit is March 8th. All submissions should be sent to Miss Gabriel: lgabriel@trumbullps.org . Good luck!
8th to 9th Grade Transition Night at THS
THS will host a Grade 8 to 9 transition night in their Auditorium on February 21st beginning at 6 pm. All current 8th graders are encouraged to attend and sit with their parents/guardians. The snow date is 2/28 at 6pm.
Important Yearbook News
We have to place our final yearbook order by February 21st, and we calculate that number based on the number of pre-ordered books we have sold on that date. The only way to guarantee your student gets a yearbook is to pre-order while they are still available. We have sold out completely the last few years, so don’t wait! We cannot guarantee there will be extra copies available later. Please order today! http://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A01090300
iReady Winter Assessment Results
Families may obtain a copy of their child’s Winter iReady Math and Reading scores online in the Campus Backpack section. Click here for directions on how to access Campus Backpack in the Infinite Campus Parent portal.
Student Skate Night
Back by popular demand - Student Skate Night! Register now as participation is limited to the first 100 students who sign up.
Register: https://sportscenterct.formstack.com/forms/hillcrestfebskatenight24
Chaperone: https://hillcrestmspta.membershiptoolkit.com/volunteer/123942
Hillcrest Gear
Visit membership toolkit to purchase all of your HMS SWAG- from stickers and locker ladders, to magnets and spiritwear. Order now!
Box Tops
Join us in earning cash for HMS by using the Box Tops app. It’s an easy way to make a difference. All you have to do is buy Box Tops participating products (like Cheerios!) and scan your grocery receipt. The homeroom that earns the most for the second trimester gets EXTRA SOARR BUCKS! (ends Feb 23) Get started today at BTFE.com. Use referral code B0K59TK6 when you sign up.
Spring Season of Esports!
If you are interested in trying out for the Spring Season of Esports please complete this Google Form. We will be playing Rocket League on Mondays starting February 26th and will be participating in the Middle School Esports League. If your child fills out the form we will contact them about upcoming dates for tryouts. Tryouts will occur in the end of January and early February.
What Are We Reading at Hillcrest?
1. In preparation for the long weekend, the staff read this article detailing some of the best new restaurants in Connecticut!
2. Mrs. Laird and I are currently reading Hacking Deficit Thinking by Byron McClure and Kelsie Reed. This book tries to help educators reframe our thinking on how to help students grow and achieve in school.
Stay Connected with the PTA!
Want to be the first to know when fun student activities are happening? Or where to buy Spiritwear? All PTA information can be found on Membership Toolkit. Sign up today at https://hillcrestmspta.membershiptoolkit.com
Drop Off/Pick Up Procedure
As a reminder, please be cautious of the students who are walking to school as you are driving through our parking lot and campus.
Safety
We strive on a daily basis to provide a safe environment for all students, and to promote safe practices with them as well. We will continue to educate students about what safe behavior looks like and what our expectations are for safe behaviors. We see this as a partnership with our families. I ask that you please remind your children to be kind to each other, to keep their hands to themselves, and that there is never an acceptable time or moment to use slurs of any kind. This article from the American Psychological Association gives families tips on how to potentially address way to have these discussions.
Hillcrest on Social Media!
Did you know that Hillcrest has its own Instagram page and Twitter feed? Follow us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/hillcrestmshawks/. Follow us on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/HMSTrumbull/ . This is a great resource for families to get a glimpse of day to day life at Hillcrest!
Volunteer Forms
If you think you may be interested in volunteering at some point this year for a Hillcrest event, please fill out this form and return it to the main office. Thank you!
Bus Tracker
If you are interested in using the Durham Bus tracker app, directions can be found here.
Infinite Campus
Please see this flyer on helpful tips to navigate the Parent Portal of Infinite Campus.
Mr. Bryan Rickert
Email: brickert@trumbullps.org
Website: https://hms.trumbullps.org/
Location: Hillcrest Middle School, Daniels Farm Road, Trumbull, CT, USA
Phone: 203-452-4466
Twitter: @HMSTrumbull