Hillside Public Schools

This year, Deanna G. Taylor Academy (DGTA) acknowledged World Mental Health Day (Thursday, October 10th) with a Gratitude Wall! DGTA school social worker, Ms. Brennan went into each classroom to engage the students in conversation about World Mental Health Day, and to teach the skill of practicing gratitude each day! Each student shared one person, place, thing, etc. that they were grateful for and wrote it on a Post-It note. The notes were combined to make a wall of appreciation and gratitude in DGTA's main hallway! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #gratitude #deannatayloracademy #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

The following photos are from A.P. Morris' Asian Chef Day, held yesterday, October 9th, 2024! Thank you @maschiofood for providing our students with delicious, diverse meals! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #maschios #chefday #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

8th graders from W.O.K. Middle School had an incredible experience at Students2Science (students_2_science) where they got to work alongside real scientists in a state-of-the-art lab! They participated in four hands-on STEM investigations, tackling real-world problems in life sciences, physical sciences, and engineering. Thank you to Mrs. Bhullar for organizing this unforgettable opportunity for our students to explore and ignite their passion for science! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #students2science #stem #science #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

On Wednesday, October 9th, 2024, Superintendent Glover served as a panelist on The Center for Africana Studies' "New Jersey Coalition of Africana Studies Summit"! This exceptional summit was held at Kean University's North Ave. Academic Building! Dr. David Jefferson Jr, Acting Director for Africana Studies at Kean University, and Assemblyman Reginald W. Atkins hosted the summit! Kean University #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #keanuniversity #africanastudies #newpride #newpossibilities #newpathways

Hillside Innovation Academy (HIA) scholars participated in a presentation today facilitated by the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals (OBAP), a nonprofit organization dedicated to the education and advancement of minorities in all aviation and aerospace careers! The program offers students a hands-on experience of learning aviation history, fundamentals of aerodynamics, the role of government in aviation, and the many careers available in the aerospace field! This is just the start of HIA's collaboration with OBAP and Ascent to Equality as the panelists (Captain Gabrielle Harding, Captain Peter Henry, Flight Attendant and Drone Pilot, Ms. Bridgette Fabor, and Aerospace Engineer/Aircraft Maintenance Technician, Mr. Aaron Allen) pledged to sponsor 4 HIA applicants to the flight simulation program scheduled for Spring 2025! We look forward to sharing more from HIA as they explore the world of aviation and aerospace engineering this school year! @obapexcellence #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #hia #hillsideinnovationacademy #aerospace #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

On Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024, Hillside High School students enrolled in the dual enrollment class with NJIT, Forensics Science (FRSC) 201, participated in a "Forensics Science Day on Campus" event! Students participated in two mock crime scenes and investigated the "crimes" by doing an initial intake, sketching, note-taking, and collecting and preserving evidence. Afterward, students took a scavenger hunt-style tour of the campus and visited the AR/VR lab where they interacted further with virtual crime scenes! Back in the classroom, students worked together to document their work in a crime scene report! Great work Hillside High School scholars! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #forensics #njit #vr #virtualreality #newpride #newpride #newpossibilities

Yesterday (10/7/2024) and today (10/8/2024), our A.P. Morris students were treated to a visit from @hillside_firefighters! Thank you, Ms. Branch, for contributing these great photos! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #apmorris #firefighters #hillsidefirefighters #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

The Hillside Education Foundation supported Hillside Public Schools at Homecoming 2024! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #hillsideeducationfoundation #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Here are photos from the Homecoming Football Game on Saturday, October 5th, 2024! Our Hillside Comets played an amazing game and won against Roselle, the final score was 46 (Hillside) to 12 (Roselle)! At halftime, the Homecoming Court was established and the King and Queen were crowned! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #homecoming #highschoolfootball #hillsidecomets #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

On Saturday, October 5th, 2024, Hillside Public Schools celebrated its 2024 Homecoming! The event commenced with the Homecoming Parade, in which our Hillside Public Schools Color Guard, Superintendent Glover, JROTC, Middle School Marching Band, Cheerleaders, and staff, walked from Hillside High School to Woodfield Stadium! After the parade, the Hillside Public Schools community gathered at Woodfield Stadium for a brick-laying ceremony hosted by the Hillside Educational Foundation! Here are some photos captured during the parade and ceremony! Shoutout to Superintendent Glover who contributed images! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #homecoming #homecoming2024 #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

On October 2nd, Deanna G. Taylor Academy held a Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration for families! The Estilo Latino Dance Company engaged families with Salsa and Bachata lessons. They ended with a special dance performance. After the celebration, families enjoyed traditional Hispanic and Latin foods! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #deannagtayloracademy #dgta #hispanicheritage #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Hillside Innovation Academy Faculty and Staff would like to thank the Secreto family for bringing in breakfast this morning! Shoutout to the Secreto family! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #hia #kindness #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Hillside Innovation Academy scholars and staff gathered for Leader in Me Lighthouse Team training on Tuesday, October 1st, 2024! Students worked alongside staff in the H.I.A. boardroom to commence their new leadership initiative. Great work H.I.A. scholars and staff! Thank you, Dr. Silva, and Ms. Ojeda for contributing these images! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #hia #lighthouseteam #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities #leaderinme

Hillside Public Schools is honored to be joining the Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools, a national network of more than 150 school districts across 34 states that connects and supports the most forward-thinking education leaders! Hillside Public Schools was selected from a competitive national pool of applicants based on educational leadership, demonstrated commitment to equity and excellence, innovative vision for learning, key achievements, and collaborative spirit! Great work, Superintendent Glover, The Hillside Board of Education, and Hillside Public Schools! @DPleague The Full Press Announcement can be read here: https://5il.co/2y30o #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #dplis #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities #digitalpromise #leagueofinnovativeschools

Happy National Custodian Appreciation Day from Hillside Public Schools! National Custodian Appreciation Day is celebrated annually on October 2nd! On behalf of Hillside Public Schools, thank you to all of our Hillside Public Schools custodial, and maintenance staff! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #nationalcustodiansday #thankyou #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Good day! Please see the following flyers regarding the delicious, upcoming Chef Days at A.P. Morris Early Childhood Center! As always, thank you @maschiofood for the innovative, delectable lunches you provide our students! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #maschios #schoollunch #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

On Saturday, September 28th, 2024, W.O.K. Middle School staff and students came together for Lighthouse Team training! Students worked alongside staff to commence this new leadership initiative. Great work W.OK. students and staff! Thank you, Dr. Mathura for submitting these photos. #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #wokmiddleschool #lighthouseteam #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

On Saturday, September 28th, 2024 the League of Women Voters of Hillside, in collaboration with Hillside Public Schools hosted a Fall Community Outreach Festival! The festival occurred at Ola Edwards Community School, and featured voter registration, a Colgate dental screening van for children, lunch application assistance, and a vaccination clinic! Thank you to all of the Hillside community members in attendance, the League of Women Voters of Hillside, Hillside Public Schools, Superintendent Glover, Ms. Harris, Ms. Smith, Colgate, and @unioncountynj ! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #unioncountynj #colgate #colgatevan #studentsfirst #vaccination #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities #vaccination #flushot

Superintendent Glover is with Mr. Dan M. De Nose of Leaders of the 21st Century, as we support the leadership development of our Hillside High School students! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #leadershipdevelopment #hillsidehighschool #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

"From June 26th-June 30th, 2024 the JETS Club at Hillside High School participated in the National TSA Conference in Orlando, Florida. The conference sessions boosted students' critical thinking skills, by engaging them in a design/build challenge, multiple-choice exam, and presentation. The experience strengthened students' confidence in STEM and enhanced teamwork skills. With a focus on solving complex problems together, participants tackled the exciting theme of "Engineering Another World,” looking at problem-solving techniques, time management, and planning strategies." Our JETS Club scholars were honored last night at the September 26th, 2024 board meeting by Superintendent Glover, Ms. Ebong, and the Hillside Board of Education! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #stem #boardofeducation #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities #jetsclub