Hillcrest Happenings

Important information about our attendance policy can be found here. If your child is going to have a full day absence please call the attendance line at 623-376-3390. No late calls will be accepted. For more front office tips please click here.

Falcons, please help us keep our Hillcrest community clean. There have been a significant amount of drinks like Dunkin, Dutch, and Starbucks. Please remember that outside beverages are NOT allowed on our campus. They are very difficult to clean up if spilled in the classroom or outside. Thank you for keeping our Hillcrest campus clean!

This years 2024-2025 yearbook is on a pre-sale! The yearbooks are $35 if you order during the pre-sale. After, they will cost $45. This year's yearbook will include an opportunity for you to order "call-outs" Make sure to order your yearbooks before January so you get the sale!

Math: This week in math, students will be learning all things about diameter, circumference, and all about circles!

Science: This week, all 7th graders are taking the unit 2 & 3 district assessment, and then moving too climate and weather. Students will be expected to collect and explore conditions needed to create severe weather.

Social Studies:This week, our 8th grade social studies students are diving into the Articles of Confederation to understand why this first framework of government was created and its key strengths and weaknesses. Through interactive activities, they’re experiencing firsthand the challenges of a weak central government and discovering the reasons it eventually gave way to the U.S. Constitution. This hands-on approach helps students connect with the foundational steps in American history in an engaging and meaningful way!

Science: Science is covering DNA structure and genetic mutations can lead to cancer and how advancements In DNA technology treat cancer.

ELA: In ELA students are reading passages on risk and learning how to form informative writing skills as well as working on vocabulary.

Math: In math students will be moving onto unit 4 solving equations they will learn how to solve all kinds of mathematical equations and will be quizzed and tested over the unit to show their skills.

We are learning and growing in our elective classes!

Career Action Lab: Next week students will be in the middle of their third career dentistry will have a project and make a teeth mold and learn how to clean it!

STEM I:They are practicing their coding skills and will be doing a engineer career plan!

STEM II: Still working hard on a new upcoming project!

Art: Art 1 is working on one point perspective drawings and art 2 is doing graphite animal drawings.

Project Math: Project math will be presenting the catapults they have been working on!

After-School Band:

Join us every Tuesday from 3:00 to 4:00 PM in Room 805 for after-school band practice. This is a great opportunity for students to practice, store their instruments, or catch up on any missing assignments that need to be recorded. This is for all band students!

Students at Hillcrest were honored to sing the National Anthem at the D-backs game last week! What a great performance from the students!

REMEMBER… ALL sports require online registration and a physical, prior to tryouts. You can start your registration by clicking this link www.registermyathlete.com. Physicals and brain concussion certificates will be required for all 7th and 8th grade students who are planning on trying out for any sport. You must have a completed Register My Athlete account to attend camp, tryout for any sport or non-cut sport. Please see the following Athletic page on the Hillcrest Website for detailed information: https://www.dvusd.org/domain/8365 If you have further questions email Courtnety.biller@dvusd.org

MOUNTAIN RIDGE 5k

MOUNTAIN RIDGE 5K

$30

7:00AM MST

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8:15AM MST

Price increases after November 1, 2024 at 11:59pm MST

Mountain Ridge High School Cross Country is excited to host the Mountain Ridge 5k. Get ready to lace up your running shoes for a fantastic family-friendly event! Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day out, the Mountain Ridge 5K is perfect for everyone.
Date: 11/9/2024
Time: 7:00 am

Location: Mountain Ridge High School
What You’ll Get:
🎽Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech T-Shirt
🎖️Age Group Awards for Top Male and Female in all age groups
⏳Real-Time Results

Not only will you have a blast, but your participation also helps support our amazing Mountain Ridge High School XC Team! Every step you take contributes to our athletes’ success.
Bring your family, friends, and good vibes! Let’s make this event memorable together.

Sign up today and be part of the fun! (Event T-shirt not guaranteed with late sign-up)

Awards will be given to the Top 3 in each of the following age groups:
Males: Under 10, 11-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Females: Under 10, 11-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+

Event Schedule:
Registration/Bib pick up 5:30 AM
Race Starts 7:00 am
Awards 7:45 am

Hillcrest's Cross Country team is still accepting runners to join them this season! There is an upcoming meet on October 29th at Deer Valley Middle School. Athletes, remember to register through RegisterMyAthlete.com. Everyone is welcome and it's a great way to make new friends!

Congratulations to our 7th grade baseball team on a season well played!

8th Grade Baseball has their regional championship game on Monday.

Interested in trying out for the Hillcrest Girls or Boys Volleyball Team! Join us for the official VOLLEYBALL CAMP October 28th, 29th and 30th 3-5 pm COST: $50 paid online. Register My Athlete has to be cleared with physical and concussion certificate prior to attending the Volleyball camp and/or tryouts. Any questions please email courtney.biller@dvusd.org

TRYOUT INFORMATION

7th grade girls November 4th, 5th and 6th 3:00-5:00 pm in the gym

8th grade girls November 4th, 5th and 6th 6:15am-7:30 am in the gym

7th grade boys November 4th, 5th and 6th 3:00-5:00 pm in the gym

8th grade boys November 4th, 5th, and 6th 3:00-5:00 pm in the gym

Everyone is welcome to try-out.

Wrestling season kicks off on October 28th, with practices starting at 6:15 AM. Students of all experience levels are welcome! Don't forget to come out and try for our awesome Hillcrest Wrestling team.

Boo grams are lollipops you can buy for your friends and/or teachers. They are $1.00 per boo gram, they will be sold under the ramada. They will be sold from 7:45 to 8:10. They will also be sold during all 4 lunches. They will be sold on Tuesday October 15th through October 29th. If your student is interested in sending one of their friends one send them with a dollar cash!

Pickleball club will resume after volleyball season ends.

If you're an experienced filmmaker, or new to the concept, Film Club is an amazing activity for you! Come join the Film Club from 3:00-4:00 pm every Tuesday in room 404 for the best fun you can have!

Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month in Mr. Baker's room from 3-4.

The next FCA Huddle will be November 8th at 7:15! Leadership is on Friday, November 1st 7:15.

The next meeting will be on November 1st at 7:15 am in room 411. Please arrive 5-8 minuets early so you can get to her classroom and sign in before 7:15 am.

Student Council has their meetings every Wednesday after school in Ms. Harvey's room. Every meeting is from 3-3:30pm!

Book Club Meets Mondays, from 3:00 to 4:00 pm. This club will be held in room 503. For more information contact Ms Harvey at Grace.Harvey@DVUSD.org

Dungeons and Dragons club meets on Wednesdays from 3:15 - 4:00 P.M in Ms Schamberger's room.

For more information contact Mrs. Shays at Andrea.Shays@DVUSD.org

ASL Club meets Mondays after school from 3 - 4 pm in Mrs. Shays’ room. For more information contact Mrs. Shays at Andrea.Shays@DVUSD.org

Meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month after school, from 3-4 PM in Mr. Baker's room.

For more information contact Mr. Baker at Jakob.Baker@DVUSD.org

Is your picture bad? Don't fear, picture day retakes will happen on November 14th.

Sandra Day O'Connor High School

25250 North 35th Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85083

623-445-7100

November 6, 2024

Last Names A-L

5:30 - 6:25 p.m. Orientation in auditorium

6:35 - 7:30 p.m. Campus tours

Last Names M-Z

5:30 - 6:25 p.m. Campus tours

6:35 - 7:30 p.m. Orientation in auditorium

Mountain Ridge High School

22800 North 67th Avenue

Glendale, AZ 85310

623-376-3000

November 14, 2024

Last Names A-L

6 p.m. Presentation in the auditorium

7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Gym and school tour

Last Names M-Z

6 p.m. Gym and school tour presentation in auditorium

7 p.m. -8 p.m. Presentation in auditorium

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