A Note from the Principal’s Desk – 3.26.2021
Dear Hillside Community,
We wish you a Happy Passover, the festival of freedom. Passover 2021 begins at sundown on March 27 and ends Sunday evening, April 4. The first Passover Seder is on the evening of March 27, and the second Passover Seder takes place on the evening of March 28.
Bravo, Bravo, Bravo…Round of applause to our Play Production 2 students and teachers!
Ladies and gentleman, the time has come to raise the curtain on Hillside School’s production of Hopes and Dreams: A Hillside Broadway Revue. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our wonderful Play Production students who worked so very hard to bring their characters to life, to our fantastic Stage Management students for creating the slide show ‘scenery’ with those beautiful digital backgrounds and virtual picture props, and to the parents who helped out, whether by providing the students with beautiful costume pieces, or helping the students to learn their lines and lyrics.
On behalf of Mrs. Smeriglio, Mr. Park, and Mr. Poff, we could not have done this without the support of each and every one of you. Now, without further adieu, sit back, relax, and enjoy Hillside School’s 2021 virtual production of Hopes and Dreams: A Hillside Broadway Revue.
Hopes and Dreams: A Hillside Broadway Revue
School-wide News:
Hybrid
The Montclair Public Schools is slated to open elementary schools on Monday, April 12, 2021. We are so excited to welcome our students back to in-person learning. I have attached the Hillside School Hybrid Plan – Families (3/22/21) for your review. The plan has NOT changed since the original distribution in January.
Hybrid In-person Rotation Calendar
https://hillside.montclair.k12.nj.us/calendar
Calling all Families – Your Application Matters
The District has an amazing opportunity to apply for and pursue Federal and State funding that would allow us to provide Pre-K education. In order to receive this funding, we need your help, and it’s simple. We need all families to fill out and submit the lunch application form. Please access the form, even if you are declining, by simply checking the box DECLINED. We need to be accountable for everyone. Additionally, if you applied in the past and were declined, and your situation has changed, you may qualify at this time. Also, printable applications are available in English and Spanish. If you cannot access the online application, please call your school’s principal or our Business Office at 973-509-4059 for a paper copy. Completing this application is critical and will get us closer to applying for resources that will help our students. We will have community volunteers willing and able to assist anyone, anytime with applications. As always, all information is secure and confidential. Thank you for your time in completing the application.
Aesthetics
3/29/21-4/1/21 A Week
Cycle 3 Add/Drop Period
The Add/Drop Period for cycle 3 will open on Monday, March 29th. During this time, you can request changes to your child’s schedule. We will email the Add/Drop Form to all families Monday morning. Feel free to take a look at our updated course offerings on our website in preparation for Monday:
https://hillside.montclair.k12.nj.us/aesthetic_courses
Women’s History Month
Class activities Women’s History Month 2021
2021-2022 Open Hillside PTA Officer Positions
Our Hillside PTA has two open Officer positions for the 2021-2022 school year. PTA President and PTA Recording Secretary roles are now available! Take a look at the full description here (https://drive.google.com/file/d/18nbwD8Anc0dIcYHA4cjrac931_s04zrl/view) and let us know if you would like to be considered for these positions. For additional information and to submit your interest, you may send an email to nominatingcommitte@hillsidepta.org. Additionally, on Tuesday, March 30th @ 6:30pm, the PTA will hold an informational session for those interested in learning more about volunteer opportunities within the PTA, including open Officer positions and Committee leadership roles (e.g. Boogie Bash, Spirit Wear, Book Fair).
Join here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87091924708?pwd=T01QRFEzVTd1R0FENENNa3hGT2pkdz09
Meeting ID: 870 9192 4708 Passcode: w4n8WA
Hillside Peer Socialization Clubs
Thanks to all who joined our kickoff meeting this week. We are very excited to get ALL our started. We are still in need of parent volunteers for these clubs: TV shows club, Movie Fan club, Dance club, Books club, Music club, Fortnite club, Drumming club, Community Service club, Karaoke club. Please follow the link below to sign up! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805054EA9AF29A4F58-hillside6
Montclair SEPAC Monthly Meeting
The next SEPAC Monthly Meeting will be held on Monday, March 29th from 6:30-8:30pm. The first half of the meeting will feature an orientation session with the NJ Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services. This session is particularly important for families of current/rising high school students to understand the assistance, programs and services available to individuals who are 14 and older. The second half of the meeting will include a discussion with District representatives about school reopening for students with special needs. Please submit questions in advance at: MontclairSEPAC@gmail.com by Friday, March 26th.
Join here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87473838538?pwd=WlZzS2lRSkFlVHNEN041NWdUN0E5Zz09
Meeting ID: 874 7383 8538 Passcode: 474136
A Message from Ms. Scott
“Hillside Hangouts”
Does your child need a fun lunch break with friends? Ms. Scott is hosting a “Hillside Hangout” Zoom session that is JUST for socialization and fun. The hangout is a brief, open group time for children who want to pop in and chit chat with others. Since the whole purpose is to socialize, Ms. Scott is asking that everyone have their camera on. The next Hillside Hangout will be on Wednesday 3/31. Ms. Scott has scheduled the available slots during the “off screen” blocks. Joining is completely OPTIONAL, just pop in the zoom to hangout with friends!
Wednesday, March 31, 2021
Session 1: 11:35-11:50am Session 2: 12:25-12:40pm Session 3: 1:15-1:30pm
Join here: https://mpsdnj.zoom.us/j/83543271776 Passcode: GoodTimes
A Message from Nurse Boyle:
Hello Hillside Families and Friends!
If you are a new student to the Montclair School District I need your physicals. I need physicals and vaccines even during remote learning. If you are returning to hybrid learning in April and your child has emergency medication please send me the medication forms prior to April 12th. Here is the link for the medication forms
I will be in the building next week on March 30th, 31st and April 1st if you have medications that you need to bring for your child returning to school after Spring break. Please call or email me to set up an appointment. My phone number is (973) 509-4200 ext 4192. My email address is rboyle@montclair.k12.nj.us
Important Dates:
Tonight 3/26: Virtual Musical Theater Showcase 630pm
Wednesday 3/31: Abbreviated Day/Evening Parent Teacher Conferences
Thursday 4/1: Abbreviated Day/Afternoon Parent Teacher Conferences
Friday 4/2: Good Friday, District Closed
Monday 4/5 – Friday 4/9: Spring Break!!! Enjoy
Regards,
Samanthaa
Samanthaa Lennon Anglin, Ed.D.
Principal
Hillside Elementary School ~ Gifted and Talented Magnet
54 Orange Rd., Montclair, NJ
Phone: (973) 509-4200
Fax: (973) 509-1448
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