A reminder for all junior kindergarten and kindergarten families:
There will be no school on Friday, February 21, and Monday, February 24 due to kindergarten screening for the upcoming school year.
Enjoy the long weekend!
Mrs. Smith
No School Reminder: Brookings School District will be closed Monday, February 17th for Presidents' Day.
Happy National School Counseling Week! 🌟 This week, we celebrate our incredible school counselors who help students thrive - academically, emotionally, and beyond! From setting goals and building confidence to navigating challenges and planning for the future, our counselors are always there to support and uplift our students. Let’s take a moment to thank our school counselors for all they do to make our schools a safe, welcoming, and inspiring place!
No School Reminder: Brookings School District will be closed Monday, January 20th for Staff Development.
January Hillcrest Family Newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/js067d
Happy New Year! A reminder the Brookings School District will resume on Thursday, January 2, 2025. We are looking forward to seeing our Bobcats tomorrow.
SDSU landscape architecture program partners with Brookings School District. Read the article: https://www.brookings.k12.sd.us/article/1931930
No School Reminder: Noon dismissal on Friday, December 20th for the Bell Debate. No classes December 23rd-January 1st for Winter Break. Classes resume on Thursday, January 2nd.
No School Reminder: Brookings School District is closed for Thanksgiving Break November 27th-29th. Classes resume on Monday, December 2nd.
Wednesday = Professional Learning for Hillcrest Staff.
No School Reminder: Brookings School District is closed for conferences on Friday, November 8th. Evening conferences take place on November 7th and 11th.
It was High Five Friday at Hillcrest Elementary today. Thank you to the South Dakota State Football players for stopping by to make the day of our preschoolers!
Friendly Reminder: Today is a Wednesday early dismissal.
It's a week for celebrating! 🎉 From homecoming to ribbon cuttings to open houses, there are lots of smiles and celebrations happening. Remember to join us tonight, Wednesday October 2nd, from 5:30PM-7:30PM at the community open house events for Medary and Hillcrest. Don’t miss the chance to explore our modern classrooms and innovative learning spaces. We look forward to seeing you there! 🏫✨
HAPPY HOMECOMING WEEK! Check out all the activities happening this week here: https://www.brookings.k12.sd.us/BSDEVENTS. See you on Friday at 2:00 PM for the Homecoming Parade and 7:00 PM for the Football Game!
IT'S HOMECOMING TIME -
BHS Homecoming is a few weeks away, and it's time to build those floats and get our candy bags ready because the BHS Homecoming Parade IS BACK!!! Let's see if we can outdo last year's 70+ entries and make our parade the best ever. This year's theme is "The Brookings Tea Party...Let's Spill the Tea."
On Friday, October 4, classes will dismiss at 1:00 to head downtown for our 2:00 parade. The parade route starts at 6th St & 5th Avenue, goes south down 5th Avenue to Front Street, heads west down Front Street to Main Avenue, then goes north down Main Ave where it ends at 6th Street. Coaches, Advisors, Managers, Directors, Bosses, or Anyone leading a community group, get your entry ready and register. Go to the BSD Homepage and register. Entries are due on Friday, September 27.
- GO BOBCATS -
September 17 is Constitution Day! We would like all of our students to wear red, white, and blue to help celebrate. See you in the morning!
Hillcrest Elementary September Family Newsletter
https://secure.smore.com/n/ygbemz
Good Morning, Hillcrest Elementary!
Today is Picture Day! All students will have their pictures taken even if a picture package is not purchased. If you would like to purchase pictures, please send the picture envelope with your student. We looking forward to seeing lots of smiles today!
Brookings School District: Child Find for children ages 3 to 5.
