Hillside Public Schools

Today, November 14th, 2024, A.P. Morris Early Childhood Center hosted its Ruby Bridges Walk! Students walked around the A.P. Morris building in honor of Ms. Ruby Bridges, the first black student to integrate an elementary school in the United States in 1960! Thank you, Principal Palmer-Gilliard, Vice-Principal Wagman, and the creator of this video, Vice-Principal Nwako! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #rubybridges #rubybridgeswalk #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

In the OpenSciEd pilot unit on Forces & Motion, Ms. Modena's students at A.P. Morris have been busy planning, building, and soon testing their own mini golf courses! Through this hands-on project, scholars are learning how to make things move by pushing and pulling. They are also figuring out ways to make their golf courses fun yet challenging! Nice job Kindergarteners! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #openscied #science #kindergarten #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Here are some amazing photos from today's (11/13/2024) Hispanic-themed food Bar at Hillside High School! Maschio's continues delivering delectable meals to Hillside Public Schools students daily and on Chef Days! Thank you @maschiofood! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #hillsidehighschool #maschiofood #hispanicthemed #goodeats #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Here are some photo updates of the construction of the addition to the Deanna G. Taylor Academy elementary school building! The 6,600-square-foot addition will enhance learning opportunities for our scholars by adding four new classrooms, a new cafeteria, and a multi-purpose room for visual and performing arts! Visit the following page on the Hillside Public Schools website for weekly snapshot updates of the groundbreaking construction! : https://www.hillsidek12.org/page/deanna-g-taylor-academy-groundbreaking-updates #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #deannatayloracademy #dgta #groundbreaking #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Today, November 12th, 2024, Hillside Public Schools launched its district “Scholastic My Everyday Books Kickoff!” This initiative is designed to promote literacy across the district and highlight the books being sent home for students’ at-home libraries! The at-home libraries are being launched at our Elementary Schools: Ola Edwards, Deanna G. Taylor Academy, and Hurden Looker! Thank you to Superintendent Glover and all of our community readers ! @hillsidepl @scholastic @mayorvertreese #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #scholastic #reading #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Tomorrow, November 12th, 2024, Hillside Public Schools will launch its district "Scholastic My Everyday Books Kickoff!" This initiative is designed to promote literacy across the district and highlight the books being sent home for students' at-home libraries! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #scholastic #homelibraries #library #reading #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities!

Today, November 11th, 2024, is Veterans Day! Hillside Public Schools would like to honor and thank those who have served and sacrificed for our country! "Today and every day, we give thanks to the generations of men and women who have answered the call to protect our country." #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #veteransday #thankyou #veterans #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

As stated earlier, Hillside Public Schools is ecstatic to apply for the Infy Maker Award! Students will be "Making A Difference," by creatively and collaboratively solving problems. Scholars will learn to build and code personal electric vehicles, specifically skateboards! Through this work, students will tackle real-world challenges, both in their local communities and on a global scale by learning about the use of electric vehicles and their environmental impact. #lectec #computerscience #WhyIMake #hillsidepublicschools #hillsidenj #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Hillside Public Schools is excited to apply for the Infy Maker Award. The award will allow us to expand maker education to promote equitable and inclusive pathways for our students in computer science. #DigitalPromise #WhyIMake #hillsidepublicschools #hillsidenj #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Good day! Please see the posted flyer for the Mobile Flu Clinic on Thursday, November 14th, 2024 at A.P. Morris Early Childhood Center! Thank you! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #fluclinic #vaccination#newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Reminder: please see the following flyer for the Hillside Public Schools Hurricane Relief Drive, in partnership with Bethel Lodge No. 10, F.&A.M. PHA of Orange, NJ, and Sardonias Consistory No. 41, Newark, NJ! Donations will be collected at Hillside High School as well as Ola Edwards Community School from Wednesday, October 30th, 2024 through Wednesday, November 20th, 2024! Donation drop-off is from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

At the October 30th, 2024 Hillside Board of Education meeting, many Hillside High School students received awards and recognition! This summer, a group of high school students completed the Carpentry 1 Course, gaining hands-on experience in woodworking and construction. Throughout the course, they built various projects, including birdhouses, toolboxes, and bookshelves. Their hard work was officially recognized and stamped by the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America, ensuring the quality of their training meets industry standards. Moreover, these students have the unique opportunity to apply for college credit through Thomas Edison State University, advancing their education and career prospects. This course was made possible by the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) Innovative Dual Enrollment Grant, which supports high school students in earning college credits while still in school. Thank you to Mrs. Tettey Lokko, the dedicated teacher who guided the students through this course and for her commitment to their success! Also honored at the Board Meeting, were 4 student heroes! Last week 4 of our students: Jorge Arturo Rojas Valverde, Licelys Melendez, Eva Vital, and Zara Quercini, witnessed an elderly woman crossing the street in medical distress. As the woman passed out the young scholars jumped into action, stopping traffic, calling the police, and making the woman more comfortable. These young people would not leave her side until law enforcement arrived. We salute their efforts and service! Last but certainly not least, Hillside High School student, Harmony Reed, was recognized for her amazing work in the Write on Sports Program with Montclair State University! Hillside Public Schools couldn't be more proud of all of our scholars and the multitude of positive acts and achievements they accumulate daily. #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #hillsidehighschool #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

A.P. Morris Early Childhood Center also celebrated Red Ribbon Week ! Earlier today our A.P. Morris scholars had their Red Ribbon Assembly, and were beyond excited to be visited by Spider-Man! Once again, thank you Ms. Mullins for organizing this assembly and promoting a drug-free life for Hillside Public Schools students of all ages! Thank you, Principal Palmer-Gilliard, and thank you, Ms. Branch, for contributing these photos! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #apmorris #redribbonweek #spiderman #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

This past week, Deanna G. Taylor (DGTA)Academy acknowledged Red Ribbon Week with a few special activities and events! 6th-grade students participated in the door-decorating contest picking two movies (Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Hocus Pocus) to acknowledge the "Life is a Movie, Film Drug Free" theme. Scholars also partook in an essay writing contest! DGTA's National Elementary Honor Society students worked together for their Plant a Promise Service Project, in which they planted 100 red tulip bulbs that will bloom in the spring and serve as a physical reminder of the beauty of a drug-free life! Scholars were also treated to an exciting visit from our friendly neighborhood Spiderman, who visited for a school-wide Red Ribbon assembly in which students were taught about the history of Red Ribbon Week and reminded of the importance of living drug-free! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #redribbonweek #redribbon #drugfree #spiderman #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Last night (October 29th, 2024) Hillside Public Schools hosted another Community Conversations Forum with Superintendent Glover in the W.O.K. Middle School Auditorium! Thank you, Superintendent Glover, for leading this dialogue for the Hillside Public Schools community, and thank you, W.O.K. Principal Dr. Wilson, for allowing the W.O.K. Middle School Building to host this forum. Shoutout to the parents, Board of Education members, directors, administrators, and families who attended this productive conversation with Superintendent Glover, and district leaders! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #wokmiddleschool #communityforum #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Good day, please see the following flyer for the Hillside Public Schools Hurricane Relief Drive, in partnership with Bethel Lodge No. 10, F.&A.M. PHA of Orange, NJ, and Sardonias Consistory No. 41, Newark, NJ! Donations will be collected at Hillside High School as well as Ola Edwards Community School from Wednesday, October 30th, 2024 through Wednesday, November 20th, 2024! Donation drop-off is from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Earlier today (10/29/2024), the Hillside High School Social Studies department hosted "Hillside Student Voices: 2024 Presidential Election — What Do Students Care About?" This was a discussion forum hosted by Ms. Simon, where students participated in a survey and were asked questions regarding this year's Presidential Election! Students expressed their interest in politics, and discussed specific topics such as healthcare, climate change, and education policy! Students also participated in an activity where they provided questions they would ask the 2024 Presidential candidates if they had the opportunity! The Hillside High School student voices forum was insightful, fun, and engaging! Shoutout to Superintendent Glover, Principal Woolard, Ms. Simon, and Ms. Muldrow! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #hillsidehighschool #election2024 #presidentialelection #forum #socialstudies #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Today, (October 29th, 2024), Hurden Looker Elementary School celebrated Red Ribbon Week with a powerful pledge to live drug and tobacco-free! A big thank you to our District Student Assistance Coordinator, Ms. Mullins, for supporting this important initiative. Let’s give a huge welcome to our special guest—Spider-Man! Remember, just like Spider-Man makes choices to help others and stay strong, we, too, make choices that help us stay healthy and safe. Let’s keep up our commitment to a bright future—free from drugs and tobacco! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #redribbonweek #redribbon #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Welcome back to “Shine a Light on ‘Em!”, a series from Hillside Public Schools’ Office of the Superintendent! Join us as we spotlight each school and principal within the Hillside Public Schools District in Hillside, New Jersey. On October 25th, 2024 we shined a light on Hillside Innovation Academy and its Principal, Dr. Silva! The full video is available on YouTube here!: https://youtu.be/F9FYIdj8ZVk?si=8K5YQywqNsjxxPnF

Today, October 28, 2024, students from Hillside High School’s Yearbook and Newspaper Clubs attended the Garden State Scholastic Press Association’s Fall Conference at Rutgers University in Piscataway, NJ! Students got to select a workshop to attend during each of 5 sessions, ranging in topics from photojournalism to yearbook layout, and many more in between! We look forward to seeing the product our students yield after participating in this training. The event was tremendous, and they will certainly be back! @hillsideHSyearbook @mrsdeutschhhs @gsspa_nj @rutgersu @hhsHiller #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #hillsidehighschool #rutgers #press #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities