Friday News - November 1, 2019

Friday, November 1, 2019

Hillcrest Elementary School

Friday News

November 1, 2019

Dear Hillcrest Families,

Happy November! As we move into this new month, many of us are thinking about an important November tradition -- Parent-Teacher Conferences! Next week, on Thursday, November 7th and Friday, November 8th, we will be holding these essential family meetings.  Our teachers invest considerable time and care into preparing for conferences as they want to provide you with a complete picture of your child’s school experience. And, in turn, they are eager to hear from you about your hopes and dreams for your child and they are ready to answer any questions you may have. So, with that in mind, here are some important Parent-Teacher Conference tips:

  • If you are unsure of your conference date or time, please call us here at school. We don’t want you to miss out!

  • Please arrive on time as most teachers have back-to-back meetings scheduled.

  • Don’t be shy about asking questions . . . our teachers are genuinely interested in your input and ideas. 

  • Be sure to talk with your child about your meeting.  Your child will be so happy to know that you have spent some time talking with their teacher!

  • Spend some time at the Friends of Hillcrest Clothing Swap either before or after your conference.  We have received lots of wonderful clothing in sizes just right for Hillcrest students!

A few important news items:

  • Thursday, November 7th and Friday, November 8th are Early Release Days.  Preschoolers will be dismissed at 11:30 and kindergarten and first grade students will be dismissed at 12:00.

  • There is No School on Monday, November 11th.

  • November All School Meeting is Friday, November 22nd at 9:00.

  • Families are invited to a Family Read-Aloud featuring Thunder Boy, Jr., a book from the Hillcrest Diverse Books Collection, in Mrs. Saylor’s room immediately following November All School Meeting. 

  • Thanksgiving Break begins with an Early Release Day on November 27th. There is no school on November 28th and 29th. 

Wishing you a wonderful weekend --

Sarah Burstein, Principal