Hound Dog Huddle
February 2, 2024
Principal's Message:
Happy Friday Hilton Families!
For a short week, it sure was a packed week! We had our January huddle on Tuesday, where students focused on Optimism and “The Power of Yet”! We also had our lockdown drill on Tuesday, and staff and students did a wonderful job practicing.
Yearbook Ordering:
A note from Jostens:
Dear Families,
Time is running out to purchase the 2024 yearbook. If you are interested, please purchase at http://www.jostens.com/apps/jcom/router.mvc?code=YRBK&affiliateId=1131443.
A payment plan is available at checkout. We can only guarantee a yearbook for pre ordered books. If you are unsure if you ordered, please check here https://www.jostens.com/customer-service/yearbook-order-tracking
Thank you,
Jostens Team
Kindness Week:
Every year Brighton Area Schools celebrates Kindness Week. This year it will be February 20th - 23rd. Hilton will have various activities planned here at school throughout the week. Additionally, there is always a shirt that is a fundraiser that benefits a different local organization. As was done last year, the give back will go to each school's PTO to do something fun and enriching for our Hilton students.
Shirts can be purchased through this link:
https://www.ivoryvines.com/collections/kindness-2022
Orders will be fulfilled within a few days and can be shipped directly to your home or picked up at Ivory Vines in downtown Brighton.
Career Week:
Career Week is rapidly approaching! This year Career Week for the elementary buildings is February 26- March 1st. We are looking for speakers who are in the fields designated for each grade to volunteer to speak to our students. Please see the sign up genius below for more information. You do not need to have a child in that grade level to volunteer to speak. Each presentation will be roughly 10 minutes with a few minutes for questions from students. If you sign up to volunteer and have any questions, please reach out to Erin Belanger at belangere@brightonk12.com.
The focus professions for each grade are as follows:
JK/K Law, Public Safety, Corrections, Safety, Fire, EMS
1st Grade Health Science
2nd Grade Architecture and Construction
3rd Grade Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
4th Grade Arts, A/V Technology and Communications
I hope you have a wonderful weekend. Thank you all for your continued support and partnership, and Go Dogs!
Warmly,
Erin Belanger
Principal
Subbing at Hilton
We are in need of substitute teachers! You have to apply through Edustaff and can use the link below to access their website. Not only does a substitute teacher make $120/day, but they also make a difference in shaping young minds. If you are interested, apply through Edustaff and contact the office when your application is complete.
Drop Off and Pick Up
REMINDER: Please pull all the way forward in the drop off line and do not let your children out of the car until 8:55.
Extra Clothing and Gym Shoes for Students
REMINDER: To ensure your student can participate in class, please be sure he/she has appropriate gym shoes on his/her gym days. Accidents happen...even to the older students! All students should have an extra set of clothing in their backpacks. Also, the Hilton clinic is seeking donations of boys and girls athletic pants or sweatpants in larger children's sizes (8-14) as well as gym shoes in like new condition in children's sizes 1-4.
LESA Monthly Mental Health Series
LESA (Livingston Educational Service Agency) has put together a monthly series of Mental Health and Wellness topics that will be part of a mental health series in our county. The mental health series is a series of topical webinars relevant to parents and families of the Brighton School District. Some of the topics include "Your Child's Anxiety", "School Avoidance", and "Building Your Child's Confidence.". One thing to know about the webinars is that families can join and participate but be completely anonymous. Please see the flier above for more information.
Superintendent Update from Dr. Outlaw
Please see the link below to access Dr. Outlaw's Superintendent Update for the month of February.
Medication Including Over the Counter
Sign up for the whole school Remind!!! Get instant updates on school closing and upcoming events
If your child is sick...
They have a fever.
They must be fever free for 24 hours WITHOUT the aid or use of medication.
They must be vomit or diarrhea free for 24 hours.
Please do not send medication in with your student.
Staff is not allowed to dispense any medication without a signed Medical Authorization Form signed by a physician.
For more detailed information:
Daily Start Times
School Times
Elementary Start and End Time - 9:05 a.m. to 3:57 p.m.
Students will be allowed in the building at 8:55am and then released at 3:57 when school ends. Parents will be allowed into the building at 3:52 depending on how quickly we can get students to the gym. If picking up, please do not forget your child's pick up numbers. You will need to show these to Officer Jen and staff in the gym.
Interested in Volunteering - Background Check Link
One volunteer form is required per school year.
Parents, please be sure to check ALL buildings where your children attend, so you only need to complete one form to volunteer for any school event.
If you have questions regarding this form, please contact the Human Resources Department at 810-299-4090
All responses are kept confidential. If there is a problem processing your background check, you will be contacted by phone or email.
Lunch and Recess Times
JK (Ms. Jusino) & Kindergarten
11:10-11:30 - Lunch Time
11:35-11:55 - Recess Time
JK (Mrs. Spaanstra) & 1st Grade
11:40- 12:00 - Lunch Time
12:05-12:25 - Recess Time
2nd Grade
12:10-12:30 - Lunch Time
12:35-12:55 - Recess Time
3rd Grade
12:40--1:00 - Lunch Time
1:05-1:25 - Recess Time
4th Grade
1:10-1:30 - Lunch Time
1:35-1:55 - Recess Time
Hilton Elementary School
Principal: Erin Belanger
Email: belangere@brightonk12.com
Website: https://www.brightonk12.com/Domain/113
Location: 9600 Hilton Road, Brighton, MI, USA
Phone: 810-299-3950