Walk-a-thon - we need volunteers and equipment (tables, shade, coolers etc.) - pls sign up!
Mon, Apr 23 8:53pm
This is a gentle reminder for parents to Lend Equipment & Volunteer to help at the carnival during the Walkathon this Saturday. If you haven't had a chance yet to sign up, now is the time. With our ... [More]
WALK LIKE A CHAMP and Win COOL STUFF at the Walkathon & Carnival on April 28!
Mon, Apr 23 12:06pm
WALK LIKE A CHAMP and Win COOL STUFF at the Walkathon & Carnival on April 28! Exciting news: This year we've expanded the ways that kids can be recognized for their awesome walking and fundraising e ... [More]
Science Fair 2018
Wed, Apr 18 1:23pm
Dear Hillcrest parents: The 2018 Science Fair is coming up fast! The science fair will take place on Wednesday, May 9th from 6-7 PM in the multi-purpose room. Due to district wide set backs the scienc ... [More]
Walkathon Reminders
Sun, Apr 15 9:15pm
Volunteers Needed at the Walkathon: Over 100 parent volunteers are needed throughout the day to make this event a success. Parents are asked to work a two-hour shift in various game or food booths a ... [More]
Walkathon Volunteers, Prizes, and Equipment Needed- Please Sign Up
Fri, Apr 13 3:52pm
Here are some quick Walkathon Reminders. Parent Volunteers Needed: Over 100 parent volunteers are needed to make the Walkathon a success. Parents are asked to work a two-hour shift in various ga ... [More]
This Sunday Hillcrest spring gardening from 9am to 12pm - please help if you can! breakfast provided.
Fri, Apr 13 9:51am
When: Sun, Apr 15 9:00am-12:00pm Where: 3 - Ms. Nelson, 6 - Ms. Staniford, PTA Board Please come and help out at the Hillcrest Spring Gardening and Maintenance morning so we can have Hillcrest ready ... [More]
Reminder: School Board Director Jody London at Hillcrest tonight 6pm to answer questions - pls join!
Thu, Apr 12 5:09pm
OUSD Board Director Jody London speaking to Hillcrest Thursday, April 12th at 6pm
Tue, Apr 10 7:25pm
Dear Hillcrest Community, I would like to invite you to join our PTA meeting this Thursday, April 12th. Jody London who is the School Board Director responsible for District 1 (which Hillcrest is pa ... [More]
Hillcrest Spring Swag Order Pickup tomorrow, Mon April 9th, at Morning Circle
Sun, Apr 8 3:09pm
Hillcrest Swag Order Pickup Parents can pick up items ordered during the Spring Swag Drive tomorrow, Mon April 9th, at Morning Circle. If you aren't able to make it, email us at hillcrest.apparel@ ... [More]
After-School Enrichment Signups Now Open and Lost and Found Cleared on Thursday
Sun, Mar 25 3:13pm
Please read below on information regarding Lost and Found and After School Spring Enrichment Classes. 1. After-School Enrichment Signups Now Open! Spring 2018 After-School Enrichment Signups o ... [More]
Work To Rule
Thu, Mar 22 8:51am
Work to Rule at Hillcrest begins on Monday, March 26, 2018 Joining a growing list of OUSD schools, teachers at Hillcrest K-8 have voted to participate in a work-to-rule action from March 26 - 29, 20 ... [More]
California Healthy Kids Survey Please Complete by 3/30
Tue, Mar 20 10:20pm
Just a quick reminder to Submit your California Healthy Kids Survey* (one per child, please). Thank you to those who have already done so! Surveys are due next Friday, 3/30. We need at least 40% parti ... [More]
Lost And Found Being Cleared at the end of the Week
Mon, Feb 26 11:10am
Reminder: Please check the Lost and Found- Its being cleared at the end of the week. Thanks
Reminder: Missoula Children’s Theater auditions are TOMORROW Monday 2/26
Sun, Feb 25 6:35pm
Missoula Children’s Theater auditions are TOMORROW Monday 2/26 directly after school in the Multi Purpose Room. We are still taking permission slips. The audition is open to all Kindergarten throug ... [More]
Dont Forget to Order Your Hillcrest Swag: Deadline is Tomorrow!
Thu, Feb 22 5:20pm
Reminder: Final Day To Order Hillcrest Apparel is Tomorrow 2/23 This is the last reminder and final chance to order Hillcrest Swag, as the deadline is tomorrow, Friday Feb 23rd. Orders can be place ... [More]
Message from the Principal
Wed, Feb 21 2:04pm
Hillcrest Family, The Social Emotional Learning Program, Toolbox, K-5, and Restorative Practices, 6-8, are being used daily at Hillcrest by teachers, staff, and students. One way we evaluate our pr ... [More]
Green Lego Base Plates
Wed, Feb 21 9:47am
Hello, The IT room is in need of green Lego base plates. If you have any lying around and you are able to donate some we would very much appreciate it. Please drop them off in the IT room or in the ... [More]
Parent Teacher Conferences
Mon, Feb 12 11:42am
Hi all, This is a reminder that this week, K-5 students will be out at 1:15 PM (minimum day schedule) and Middle School students will be out at 2:50 PM (regular day schedule). Thank you!
2018 Spring Swag Drive!
Sat, Feb 10 10:46am
The 2018 Spring Swag Drive has officially begun! We have many new items and colors, along with old favorites. Similar to last time, we are only buying exactly what people order. So don't miss out - ma ... [More]
Pianist NEEDED For Gulliver's Travels- Missoula Children's Theatre
Fri, Feb 9 9:31am
Pianist Needed for Gulliver's Travels The Missoula Children's Theatre is coming back and this time it will be Gulliver's Travels! Shows are on March 3rd. Missoula Children's Theatre is a special Hil ... [More]
Back by popular demand- There will be a 2nd bake sale tomorrow!
Wed, Jan 31 7:25pm
Back by popular demand- There will be a 2nd bake sale tomorrow! When: Thursday 2/1 from 2:50-3:30pm Where: in front of the school on the patio near Mr Shogren's classroom. All baked items will sell f ... [More]
OUSD Community Meeting about the First Day / 2018-19 School Year Calendar
Wed, Jan 31 1:36pm
Join us for a community meeting about the New First Day of School and the 2018-19 School Year. You'll have the opportunity to learn more and ask questions about the following: Introduction of the full ... [More]
Lost and Found being Cleared on Friday 2/2
Sun, Jan 28 9:29am
When you are at Hillcrest this week, please check out the Lost and Found. It is overflowing. It will be cleared on Friday 2/2. Thanks, Suzie Inadomi
Walkathon Mtg 1/31 and 3rd Grade Pennies for Patients
Wed, Jan 24 2:07pm
1. Save the Date Walkathon is on April 28th We would love to have you over on Wednesday January 31st from 6pm - 7:30pm at 233 Mandalay Road for light snacks and drinks in my backyard to talk about vol ... [More]
Morning Circle Canceleld
Mon, Jan 22 8:17am
Due to rain, thank you!
FREE BOOKS!
Sun, Jan 21 5:30pm
Book Giveaway-- Take one or take a few. Help make space for new library books. Thursday 1/25 In Front of the Library 2:50 to 3:45
MLK Jr. Oratorical Fest Finalists
Wed, Jan 17 6:48pm
Thank you to all the the students who participated in the 2018 Hillcrest MLK Jr. Oratorical Fest, and to all the parents and teachers who supported them in their fabulous performances! The K-5 finalis ... [More]
State off Hillcrest Meeting with Principal McCormick - tonight at 7pm in the multipurpose room
Thu, Jan 11 10:35am
Dear Hillcrest Families, Please join your PTA in hosting Principal McCormick who will be discussing the State of Our School at 7pm tonight. We have prepared information about our road map and will be ... [More]
Oratorical Fest
Tue, Jan 9 10:37am
Hello, The Oratorical Fest permission slips have a slight error on them. The forms are due next Tuesday morning, January 16th, 2017. Thank you!
Nature Area: volunteers needed at lunch time for 2nd half of school year
Tue, Dec 19 9:57pm
Dear Hillcrest Parents, For the first half of the year, we have been able to keep the nature open on virtually every Friday. We are now looking for volunteers to do the same for the second half of ... [More]
Kindergarten Guinea Pig Care Needed Over Winter Break!
Tue, Dec 19 3:02pm
Dear Families: If you are able to care for the kindergarten guinea pigs, Rosy and Thea, over the Winter Break, please e-mail Ms. Rochester @ alice.rochester@ousd.org. They are easy to care for and co ... [More]
All Lake Run Cancelled this week
Tue, Dec 19 9:56am
Happy Holidays! All lake runs are canceled this week due to an active bee hive on the trail. Thanks, Coach Ryan
Lost and Found being cleared after school on 12/22
Sun, Dec 17 9:35pm
Happy Holidays! Before you take off for your winter break, please swing by the Lost and Found rack. All unlabeled items will be cleared this FRIDAY, 12/22, after school. Thank you and see you in 201 ... [More]
Message from Mr. Pabst
Mon, Dec 11 12:30pm
Help Our Library Grow It is time to clear your shelves. Make space for your holiday gifts by donating like new kids books to the library. If we do not already own it, we could use it. Donate "like new ... [More]
Kids N' Dance
Wed, Dec 6 10:55am
Hello, I have been notified that Kids and Dance will still be meeting today because they have their performance on Sunday. Sorry about the confusion
After School Classes
Wed, Dec 6 10:10am
Just a reminder that all after school classes are cancelled this week. The only class I know that is still running is Chinese and possibly French. Please call or email if you have any questions. T ... [More]
Hillcrest Holiday Staff Party 12/15- Beverage Donations appreciated
Mon, Dec 4 4:34pm
The Hillcrest Teachers and Staff are having their annual Holiday Party on 12/15. If you would like to drop off an adult beverage (or two) with Coach T sometime this week or next, he will collect them ... [More]
Lost And Found Being Donated Friday 12/1
Mon, Nov 27 1:58pm
When you are at Hillcrest this week, be sure to stop by the Lost and Found. All items will be donated after school on Friday 12/1. The Lost and Found Racks are located in the exterior hallway by M ... [More]
Dont forget to order your Kindness in the Jar- MS Holiday Community Service Project
Sat, Nov 18 8:24am
KINDNESS IN A JAR still needs your help! Thank you to all who have supported the MS holiday fundraising project to benefit the Oncology Holiday Gift Program. We have already raised close to $450, an ... [More]
Last Chance Auction Catalog attached & check out schedule ...
Sun, Nov 12 1:04pm
The Benefit Last Chance Catalog is now available (attached)! The party spaces and remaining items are first-come first-served, and you are welcome to make a purchase whether you attended the Benefit ... [More]
Photo Order Forms
Thu, Nov 9 2:52pm
Hillcrest Families: Photo Order Forms will be going home with students today. Eric Londgren, our photographer, would like to thank you all and also remind you that when accessing the link, please d ... [More]
Two Ways to Support the Middle School Community Service Projects- this month
Wed, Nov 8 11:14am
Project One: KINDNESS IN A JAR! The Middle School is raising funds again this holiday season to support a very special cause—the Oncology Holiday Gift Program. This year, we will support 4 families ... [More]
If you have that bottle of wine you've been meaning to donate, 11/2 at drop off is your last chance!
Wed, Nov 1 9:07am
If you have that bottle of wine you've been meaning to donate, this is your last chance! We are looking for just a few more bottles to complete the Instant Wine Cellar. At drop off tomorrow , 11/2, ... [More]
Shoo the Flu Forms
Wed, Nov 1 9:02am
Hillcrest Families, Please make sure you have filled out a Flu Shot Consent Form. Our Shoo The Flu will be tomorrow, November 2nd, starting at 8:45am. You can find the forms in the main office if n ... [More]
Enrichment Programs Canceled
Tue, Oct 31 10:58am
Hi everyone, Due to the Halloween Parade at 12:25, all Enrichment Classes will be canceled today. Thank you!
Lost and Found being Donated after school on 11/3
Tue, Oct 31 9:35am
When you are at Hillcrest this week, be sure to stop by the Lost and Found. All items will be donated after school on Friday 11/3. The Lost and Found Racks are located in the exterior hallway by M ... [More]
Halloween Costumes; a video on cultural awareness
Mon, Oct 30 11:37am
Hillcrest Families, This short video explains through the eyes of six young women how "cultural" costumes can be hurtful and can be an inadvertent racial and ethnic slight. In light of the emerging r ... [More]
Update -- Hillcrest Water
Fri, Oct 27 11:19am
Hillcrest Parents: This is an update to notify the community that Hillcrest is among the 47 schools that have already been tested and our results are within the EPA guidelines for drinking water. ... [More]
Water Safety -- OUSD
Fri, Oct 27 9:15am
October 26, 2017 Hillcrest Families: Recently, an issue regarding water safety at McClymonds High School was brought to OUSD leadership. While remedying the issue at McClymonds, OUSD began inquiri ... [More]
Instant Wine Cellar Collection This Week
Tue, Oct 17 7:16am
Instant Wine Cellar Collection We are available to collect your instant wine cellar donations at drop off on Tuesday and Thursday this week. (in front of the school) If you need us to come to ... [More]
Only 2 days left to submit your benefit donations
Mon, Oct 9 10:52pm
Only 2 days left to submit your donations for this year's Benefit and Auction! We rely heavily on family donations to make the auction a success. Whether it’s volunteer hours, physical items, or getaw ... [More]
Hillcrest Swag has arrived!!! Pick up today or Monday
Sun, Oct 8 9:33am
The Hillcrest Swag has finally arrived!! Thank you for your patience - we've received and sorted through all of the items and they look great. Parents can pickup items at any of the following 3 time ... [More]
SSC Letter for Parents
Tue, Oct 3 3:59pm
Hi everyone, Please read the attachment regarding SSC. Fill out and turn in to the office if interested in joining the committee. Thank you!
The Lost and Found racks are FULL! Items Will be Donated on Friday after school
Tue, Sep 26 7:47pm
The Lost and Found racks are FULL! September is coming to a close so come by and check out the racks which are located in the exterior hallway by Mr. Wilson's 2nd grade portable. We have jackets, sw ... [More]
School Photos Update
Mon, Sep 18 4:30am
All, There's a small change in plans for today (9/18). Students still needing to be photographed were slated to be photographed today (9/18) from 12:00-1:00 pm. The photo team has decided to push it ... [More]
Reminders: Emergency Packets and Hurricane Relief Spare Change Drive
Wed, Sep 13 7:04pm
Last Day to Order Your Emergency Packets (or bring in your own) is this Friday, September 15th It is important that your child has food set aside at the school in the event of an emergency. Each f ... [More]
Library Open
Tue, Sep 5 3:13pm
Library Open After School The Hillcrest library will be open for use by all students and families 3pm to 4pm every Tuesday for the rest of the school year. Parents can check out books too. See you there!
Hillcrest Helps Out With Hurricane Harvey - First Community Service Drive of 2017-18
Mon, Sep 4 9:26pm
We've all seen the news reports: Hurricane Harvey is predicted to be the costliest natural disaster in US history, at $190 billion in damage.The Hillcrest Community Service team has organized an easy ... [More]
SCHOOL PHOTOS ARE COMING SEPTEMBER Thursday, September 14th to Wednesday, September 20th
Sat, Sep 2 5:20pm
Dear Hillcrest Families, Annual school photos are coming up quick! Please mark your calendars and have your children dressed and ready for their photo day! As with every year, we are in need of ... [More]
Order Hillcrest Swag- Dont delay Tomorrow is the last day!
Thu, Aug 31 8:26pm
Tomorrow, Fri Sep 1st, is the last day to order Hillcrest Swag. Show your Hillcrest pride at school and around town by purchasing kids and adult t-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, hats, car magnets, ... [More]
Open House - Child Supervision
Wed, Aug 30 1:40pm
Hi everyone, There will be six 6th grade students available to supervise kids on the playground during tonight's Open House. Thanks