Morning Announcements
Announcements
Date |
Message |
Event Host |
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| 3/6/2024 | Attention young men of Hillcrest; if you're interested in building leadership skills and being part of a safe environment, come to My Brother's Keeper in RM 490 every Wednesday after school. | Club |
| 3/5/2024 | Cricket season has begun. If you are planning to be on the Hillcrest Cricket team, we will be meeting in front of room 101 after school today , tuesday March 5th. | Cricket Team |
| 3/5/2024 | SENIOR DUES PAKCAGE 2 IS DUE ON MARCH 28TH. PLEASE BRING YOUR MONEY ORDER FOR $140 TO MR. RASHID IN ROOM 332C PD 1,2,4,6,OR 7. IF YOU WANT TO ATTEND GRADUATION YOU NEED TO PAY FOR THIS PACKAGE BEFORE THE DEADLINE. | SENIOR DUES |
| 3/4/2024 |
The eye doctors are back today! If you signed up, you will be called down to 160 when your appointment is next. | STH |
| 3/4/2024 | Attention all Hillcrest, our annual Ramadan Dinner will be held on March 15, that is next Friday. Please come to room 380A for a permission slip. Again, Ramadan Dinner or Iftar will be on Friday, March 15. Everyone is invited. Go to room 380A for a permission slip. | Ramadan Dinner |
| 3/1/2024 | Attention Teachers of Tomorrow Seniors: There will be a town hall meeting on Friday, March 1st period 6 in the library. Transcripts will be distributed. Ms. Caruso will update you on the college process. Please be sure to attend! | Guidance |
| 2/29/2024 | Good morning. On March 1st at 3:33pm there will be an interest meeting for any girls wishing to join the girls softball team. No exprience is needed to join. See Mr. Beauzile for more information. | Softball Meeting |
| 2/29/2024 | There will be a poetry workshop in the library on Friday, March 8th at 9:00. Sign up in the library this week. | Library |
| 2/28/2024 | Thank you for your ongoing support for our coffee shop. Come to room 157 every Thursday and Friday in pd. 3 & 4. We have savory snacks now. | Student run coffee shop |
| 2/27/2024 | Seniors, vote for your fellow Senior classmates - Class Clown, Dynamic Duo, and more. Check your email and connect with SLC directors to vote. | Yearbook |
| 2/27/2024 | Global Citizens offers after school tutoring for Math, science, English, social studies from 2:30 to 3:30, Tuesday through Friday . For more detail ask your teacher or SLC director Ms. Nijjar. | Global Citizens After school program |
| 2/27/2024 | The time is now to build your college application and get involved at Hillcrest....golf season starts on Friday. See Coach Overs in room 203 for necessary paperwork and information! No experience necessary! | Coed Golf |
| 2/27/2024 | Students and staff: let's get ready to show our school spirit by participating in this year's SPRING SPIRIT WEEK sponsored by Student Government. Spirit week will be from March 4-8. Monday is Character Day, Tuesday is Twin Day, Wednesday is One Color Day, Thursday is Famous Duo Day, and Friday is Student and Teacher Swap Day. Anyone who participates in three or more of the themes will have a chance to win a $25 gift card from Starbucks. See Ms. Recinos in 332B for more information. | Spring Spirit Week |
| 2/26/2024 | Congratulations to the girls basketball team on making the playoffs. Loin as we support the girls basketball team on the road to the championships. They will be host their 1st playoff home game on February 28th versus Harlem Home Pride at 4:30pm. | Girls Basketball |
| 2/26/2024 | There will be a girls softball meeting today at 3pm. in room 212. All players from last year are expected to attend. I look forward to seeing you all there. | Softball |
| 2/26/2024 | Can you play cricket like Chris Gayle, Virat Kohli, or Sachin Tendulkar? Well the Cricket Team is on the search for new talent. If you want to join the Cricket Team, please see Mr Chattoo in room 363 for for information. | PSAL Sport--Cricket Team |
| 2/26/2024 | The deadline to apply for SYEP is March 1st, if you haven't already applied, stop by room 378 to apply with Ms. Trudy | SYEP |
| 2/26/2024 | Attention APVA Students: Tickets for for Black History Month Potluck and Presentation this Thursday are still available. Potluck will be held during period 6 in the Black Box theater. Please see Mr. Thompson or Ms. Mendoza for ticket information. | APVA |
| 2/16/2024 | Congratulations to the Hillcrest Girls Basketball team. Wish them luck as they prepare for the playoffs for the 1st time in 3 years. Good Luck girls on your journey to the Championships! | Athletic Department |
| 2/16/2024 | Any hillcrest students wishing to tryout for the boys volleyball team, please see Mr. Beauzile in room 201 during period 5 and period 8 for more information. Thank You | Athletic Department |
| 2/16/2024 | Congratulations to the Hillcrest Girls Gymnastics team on their 2nd Place finish in the PSAL City Championship. It takes a team effort to win and all that participated did an amazing job. Congratulations!!! | Gymnastics |
| 2/16/2024 | Today's Respect For All Week theme is NO ONE EATS ALONE DAY. It is a day where students are encouraged to connect and engage with their peers at breakfast and lunchtime in order to combat social isolation . Student Government officers will be celebrating this day by inviting their peers during lunch time to play board games and sharing some snacks. | Respect For All Week |
| 2/16/2024 | The February 28 Black History Month Celebration event has been canceled. | Black History Month Celebration |
| 2/15/2024 | Guitar club is cancelled today | Guitar club |
| 2/15/2024 | Anyone interested in joining the Hillcrest Cricket Team, please come to our first meeting after 8th period today, Thursday February 15th. The meeting will be held in room 363 with Mr chattoo. | PSAL Cricket team |
| 2/15/2024 | Get ready to show your SCHOOL SPIRIT by participating in the Spring Spirit Week from March 4-8, 2024. The themes for the week are: Monday - Character Day; Tuesday - Twin Day; Wednesday - One Color Day; Thursday - Famous Duo Day; and Friday - Student and Teacher Swap day. Any staff or student who participates in at least 3 themes will be allowed to enter their name in a raffle to win a $25.00 Starbucks Gift Card. | Spring Spirit Week |
| 2/15/2024 | This week we continue to celebrate Respect For All Week. Today's theme is RELIGION AND RACE RESPECT. Reach out to a person of a different religion and/or race and start a new friendship with them. This is a great opportunity to widen your knowledge and enrich your learning of new things. | Respect For All week |
| 2/15/2024 | Queens Community House is hosting an SYEP info session in Spanish today at 7PM. Stop by room 378 and see Ms. Trudy for more information. | SYEP |
| 2/14/2024 | Seniors who are interested in going to Prom must pick up a consent form in room 332B. To make a payment for prom you must submit a signed consent form and a money order of $135. 00 to Ms. Recinos in room 332B period 5, 6, 7, or 8. The last day to pay for Prom will be May 3rd. | Senior Prom |
| 2/14/2024 | This week we continue to celebrate Respect For All Week. Today's theme is BE AN ALLY. Become an ally by fighting systems of oppression and supporting students of diverse genders, students of color, and students with disabilities. | Respect For All Week |
| 2/14/2024 | Student Government is hosting a Black History month celebration with music and food on February 28 from 3 to 5 pm in the 3rd floor cafeteria. Students who are interested in participating must submit a consent form by Thursday, February 15 to Ms. Recinos in room 332B period 5, 6, 7, or 8. | Black History Month Celebration |
| 2/12/2024 |
Hillcrest: The APVA Open Mic has been cancelled for tomorrow. Mr. Blader will reschedule for another date soon so stay tuned! | Open Mic |
| 2/9/2024 | The new edition of the school paper is live on the school website | School newspaper is live |
| 2/8/2024 | Weight training club will start at 2:30 pm today. All are welcomed | Athletics |
| 2/8/2024 | Good Morning Hillcrest. Any Students wishing to join a PSAL team must have their medical form completed before trying out. If you want more information, please see Mr. Beauzile in room 201 | Athletic Department |
| 2/8/2024 | Good Morning Hillcrest. If any Hillcrest students would like to join a sports team in the spring. Please see Mr. Beauzile during period 5 and 8 for more information. | Athletic Department |
| 2/8/2024 | Humanities is having a cup cake sale today - come and get vanilla, strawberry and chocolate home-made cupcakes to the 380 box after school today. | Humanities |
| 2/8/2024 | Please wear purple tomorrow to celebrate PS I Love you Day! Be sure to stop by the table to support CFU! | PS I Love You Day |
| 2/8/2024 | Anyone interested in joining the Cricket Team, please see Mr Chattoo in room 363 after 8th period today | Cricket Team |
| 2/7/2024 |
If you want to join the Boys Baseball Varsity team, see Mr. Leon in room 420 after 8th period for more information. | Boys Varsity Baseball |
| 2/6/2024 | CFU will be celebrating P.S. I Love You Day on Friday! Please wear purple and stop by the table to participate. Something new this year is sending out Kindness grams. You can write it at the table, make sure to know your friends 6th period class and CFU students will deliver them. In your classes for the next few weeks you will be helping with out PS I Love You Day School-wide community project in advisory as well. Thank you for your support and help! | P.S. I Love You Day |
| 2/6/2024 | Students: Are you ever unsure about the future and feel you could benefit from guidance, leadership training, and community oriented activities? See Ms. Joseph in room 302 during 4th or fifth period and/or Mr. Lopez in room 490 for more information about Hillcrest’s MBK and MSK programs. | Club |
| 2/6/2024 | College Now Spanish 101 class meets every Tuesday and Thursday in room 488 From 2:30 to 4:30. Please be on time. | College Now Class |
| 2/6/2024 |
The Breakfast Club is now at Hillcrest! Come in out of the cold start your day with Free Hot Chocolate, Coffee or Tea! look for our flyers with daily activities to get you motivated for the day. | Breakfast Club |
| 2/5/2024 | Attention Juniors, Mark your calendar the College & Career Counselor is hosting a mandatory event for 11th graders. The 11th Grade Family Information Night will be on Thursday February 15th at 5:30pm on Zoom. Details will be emailed. You will review the entire college and career process with Ms. Caruso and will learn all you need to prepare for senior year. A parent or guardian is required to attend with you too. You will get a ton of information | College & Career |
| 2/2/2024 | Attention Students, Samosas and brownies will be on sale today on the first floor and the 380 Box. See you there. | MSA - and HHA |
| 2/1/2024 | Attention Humanities students. Come to room 380A to pick up permission slips for the Honor Roll dinner and dance, NY Aquarium trip, and City of the Museum of NY trip. Check HHA Google Classroom for eligibility to these events. | HHA |
| 2/1/2024 | Do you have after-school today? come to the Humanities 380 box and buy a snack. Get samosas, brownies, cup cakes, granola bars, and other treats to keep you energized and study. Come to the food sale in the 380 Box today and get yourself some delicious treats. Sale begins at 2:20PM | MSA Club |
| 2/1/2024 | SYEP applications are now available in room 378 with Ms. Trudy. If you are between the ages of 14-21 and would like a summer internship, we encourage you to apply! | SYEP |
| 1/31/2024 | ATTENTION SENIORS: If you paid for senior dues package 1 please pick up your senior jersey from Mr. Rashid in room 332C. You can pick up pd 1, 2, 4, 6, and 7. | COSA |
| 1/31/2024 | Any boy interested in trying out for the boys varsity tennis team. Please see Mr Asqui in room 203 or Big gym for paperwork. You need a parent consent form and a medical to try out | PSAL boys tennis |
| 1/30/2024 | Student Government is inviting all students and staff to participate in Respect for All Week: February 12-16, 2024. What is Respect For All Week? Every February, the New York City Department of Education, organizes Respect for All week, an initiative that helps students respect their peers of different races, ethnicities, religions, gender identities, gender expressions, and sexual orientations". Our school themes are: Monday, February 12: PRIDE Day - Day of silence. Tuesday, February 13: ANTI-BULLYING Day - Dress in blue for anti-bullying awareness. Wednesday, February 14: BE AN ALLY - support others who are victims of oppression and discrimination. Thursday, February 15: RELIGION AND RACE RESPECT - start new relationships with people of different race and/or religion. And, Friday, February 16: NO ONE EATS ALONE DAY - connect and engage with others during lunch time to combat isolation. | Respect For All Week |
| 1/30/2024 | Student Government is hosting a Black History Month Celebration on February 28. If you are interested in attending this event, you must pick up a consent form in room 332B and return the form by February 15 to Ms. Recinos in room 332B period 5, 6, 7, or 8. |
Black History Month Celebration |
| 1/30/2024 | Seniors: Prom consent form and money orders will be collected starting February 5 to May 3rd. See Ms. Recinos in room 332B period 5, 6, 7, or 8 for more information. | Prom |
| 1/30/2024 | Hello Students! Come join the Caribbean Student Club afterschool on Wednesday in room 216, engage in learning the Caribbeans from a historical perspective, along with debates and activities. | Caribbean Student Club |
| 1/30/2024 | Writer NoNiequa Ramos will conduct a poetry writing workshop on Friday, March 8th at 9 AM. There is a max of 35 students. Please see Ms. O'Connell in the library to sign up. | Poetry Workshop |
| 1/22/2024 | Attention Juniors, You will begin meeting with the College and Career Counselor, Ms. Caruso, during Advisory, in a few weeks. Get a head start and join your Class of 2025 Google Classroom. Check your email for details and visit room 280F, the College and Career Center to start the process | College/Career |
| 1/22/2024 | Seniors, the last day to pay for the senior trip to Six Flags Great Adventure is February 2. For more information see Ms. Recinos in room 332B periods 5, 6, 7, or 8. | Senior Trip |
| 1/18/2024 | Humanities SLC will be having a bake sale tomorrow, Friday, in the 380 box. Please come after the end of the school day and purchase chocolate, and brownies. Bake Sale tomorrow in Humanities 380 Box, tomorrow after period 8. | Bake Sale |
| 1/18/2024 | Attention Humanities Students - Peer tutoring is happening TODAY during period 5 in Room 380D. Please come to work together to finish this semester with passing grades in all your classes. Again, Humanities Students, go to room 380D for tutoring today during period 5. | Peer Tutoring |
| 1/17/2024 |
Attention Seniors. Senior dues package #2 is due by March 28th. If you would like to attend graduation and receive your cap, gown, stole, diploma case, and tickets for family and friends please pay your $140 to Mr. Rashid in room 332. Remember payment must be a money order | Senior Dues |
| 1/17/2024 | If you need support finishing your ilearn courses, the iLearn lab in room 244 will open this Saturday, from 9am-12pm. | iLearn Saturday Support |
| 1/17/2024 | The badminton club will meet on Wednesdays from 2:21-3:21 starting today. Please come the big gym after school today | Badminton club |
| 1/8/2024 | Attention all students, the College and Career Center 280F is open every Tuesday and Wednesday until 4pm for students to learn about the college and career process and for seniors to complete all necessary applications. SAYA advisors will run clubs, groups, and workshops and will be there to help all students | College & Career |
| 12/11/2023 | All students are encouraged to participate in SPIRIT WEEK, December 18 to the 22nd. Participate by participating in the following themes: Monday - Favorite Color Day, Tuesday - PJ Pants Day, Wednesday - Celebrity Day, Thursday - Decades Day, and Friday - Culture Day. | Spirit Week |
| 12/11/2023 | The school is having a blood drive on Wednesday, December 20. Any student who donates will get four hours of community service. For information see Ms. Recinos in 332B periods 5, 6, 7, or 8. | Blood Drive |
| 12/11/2023 | The eye doctors are coming back to Hillcrest! Sign up for your free exam and glasses in room 160. Consent forms are due before 12/18! | Free Eye Doctor Appointment |
| 12/8/2023 | Congratulations to the Hillcrest High School Wrestling team on winning their season opener versus John Bowne High school by a score of 36-34.. Congratulations on your victory even with the odds were stacked against you. | Wrestling Team |
| 12/8/2023 | Good afternoon everyone, If any girls are still interested in joining the girls basketball team. Please see Mr. Beauzile during period 5 or period 8 for more information. | Athletic Department |
| 12/8/2023 | Congratulations to the Girls Basketball team on their 60-27 victory over Franklin K. Lane High School. Currently the girls team is second place in their division. Great job team. Keep working hard and the wins will add up. | Athletic Department |
| 12/6/2023 | Attention Public Service and APVA students-- our annual Holiday Party will be held on December 14.Enjoy holiday music, food, and do winter crafts. Please see Ms. Khan or Ms. Mendoza for permission slips. | Holiday Party |
| 12/6/2023 | Hillcrest's Orchestra, Chorus and Band will be performing live at our Winter Festival of the Arts. Attned and show your support on December 13 from 3-5 pm. Please see Ms. Mendoza for permission slips in 208. | Winter Festival of the Arts |
| 12/5/2023 | Attention all students SAYA Counselors are hosting College & Career workshops and Office Hours every Tuesday and Wednesday from 2:20-4pm in 280F. All students are welcome to attend to get a head start on the college process or to finish your applications. | College & Career |
| 12/5/2023 | Attention Graduating Student All college applications must be submitted no later than December 15. After you submit your college applications, you must create your financial aid username and password. Financial aid applications open in January. Check in with your counselors in 280F to be sure your applications are complete. Check your email and google classroom daily. | College & Career |
| 12/5/2023 | The school is having a blood drive on Wednesday, December 20. Any student who donates will get four hours of community service. For information see Ms. Recinos in 332B periods 5, 6, 7, or 8. | The school is having a blood drive on Wednesday, December 20. Any student who donates will get four hours of community service. For information see Ms. Recinos in 332B periods 5, 6, 7, or 8. Blood Drive |
| 12/4/2023 | HSSE will be hosting a staff vs student basketball game on 12/14/2023. Tickets will cost $3. Please see Ms. Wyette in room 364 for tickets periods 4-6 | Basketball Game/HSSE |
| 12/1/2023 | The LYFE center is hosting a holiday celebration for the students. If you are interested in purchasing a gift for any children in the nursery, please come to room 240 and sign up. All gifts are due by Monday, December 18th. Thank you for your continued support!LYFE Center | LYFE Center |
| 11/15/2023 | Attention Seniors! Senior portraits will be taken in Room 162 from November 27th to December 1st. You will receive invitations in your 3rd period class. If you have any questions regarding your Senior Portraits for the yearbook, see Mr. Hernandez in Room 480A. | Yearbook |
| 11/14/2023 | Attention Graduating Students, college application deadlines are coming. Make sure you are coming to 280F to complete all applications. Our goal is to get college applications submitted by Dec. 1 so you can focus on financial aid next. Tuesdays and Wednesdays 280F is open after school until 4pm to help all seniors finish their college applications. | College Office |
| 11/14/2023 | Hello. If you want to join the Boys Indoor track team, see Mr. Leon for more information in room 420 right after 8th period. | Indoor Track |
| 11/13/2023 |
Any girls that are interested in joining the girl's gymnastics team please see Mr. Beauzile in room 201 during period 5 and 8. Freshmans and Sophmores are welcomed to join. | Athletic Department |
| 11/13/2023 | If you are interested in joining the Hillcrest High School Wrestling team. Please see mr. Beauzile in room 201 during pd 5 and 8. Freshmans and sophmores are welcome to join. | Athletic Department |
| 11/13/2023 | If you are a freshman or Sophmore, you are all invited to try-out for the boys JV basketball team. In order to try-out, you must have a completed medical and parent consent form. For more details, please see mr. Beauzile in room 201 during periods 5 and 8. | Athletic Department |
| 11/13/2023 | Hillcrest students and staff: This week we are celebrating World Kindness Week. World Kindness Day is an annual event that encourages individuals to practice kindness in their daily lives. It highlights the importance of empathy, understanding, and cooperation to create a more harmonious and caring world. | What is World Kindness Day |
| 11/13/2023 | The grab and go food cart on the first floor will be modified starting today. Breakfast will still be served in the mornings, however, lunch will not. If you do not have a lunch period and are in need of a lunch, please have your teacher write you a pass to grab some lunch from the cafeteria. There, you will have a lot more food options to choose from. | Deans Office |
| 11/10/2023 | Do you want to earn college credits in high school? YOU have the opportunity to sign up for college levels courses! Hillcrest High School has partnered with CUNY York College to provide our students with a head start on their college degree by taking college courses at no cost. Deadline to register is Monday November,27th.Register today as seats are limited. If you have any question see Mr. Nepal Rm144 | Collage now |
| 11/10/2023 | Attention TOT students, Tuesday Nov 14 from 2:30-4:30: Come to 3rd fl caf for TOT dessert pot luck..sign up to donate dessert | SLC team building |
| 11/10/2023 | Attention seniors and ALL students graduating in January or June: Wednesday 11/15 is Financial Aid Night at 6:00pm on Zoom. This event is mandatory for all graduating students and a guardian to attend. You need to attend this event to prepare for the financial aid applications for FREE MONEY | Financial Aid Night - College & Career Office |
| 11/9/2023 | Seniors, college application deadlines are approaching. Your CUNY application should be submitted before Thanksgiving break. Come to 280F to work on your applications. 280F will be open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 2:20-4:00pm for you to get your applications submitted. . | College & Career |
| 11/9/2023 | Junior Varsity Boys Basketball try out will be held on Nov 14 and Nov 15 at 2:45 PM in the main gym. | Junior Varsity Boys Basketball (Athletic Dept) |
| 11/8/2023 | Council for Unity will be handing out ribbons on November 15 in celebration of National Coming Out Day! Be an ally and support a safe school environment for ALL students, staff and faculty by picking up a sticker or ribbon in the morning on Wednesday. Let your classmates know you are working on creating a safe environment for everyone to be their true self! | National Coming Out Day |
| 11/8/2023 | Guitar Club will not meet this week. If you are interested in joining Guitar club, we meet Thursdays from 2:30-3:30pm. See Mr. Hickey in room 364 for a permission slip. | Guitar Club |
| 11/6/2023 |
Indoor practice starts Tuesday 11/07/2023 on the 4th floor. Bring your Medical and parents consent. Bring the energy and the competition to the Boys Indoor track team. See Mr. Leon in room 420 for more information. | Indoor Track |
| 11/3/2023 |
Students, make sure to vote today for your student government representatives. Voting will close at 12 noon today. | SG voting |
| 11/2/2023 | Any girls interested in joining the indoor girls track team, our first meeting will be on Friday November 3rd after pd.8 in room 340. | Athletics |
| 11/2/2023 | A representative from Dominican University is visiting our school today. Students in any grade level are welcome to stop by for information and to meet our Admissions rep. | College & Career |
| 11/1/2023 | If you are interested in joining the wrestling team. Please see Mr. Beauzile in room 201 for more information. | Athletic Department |
| 11/1/2023 | Tomorrow, November 2nd The Girls Basketball team will be hosting a Try-out . All who are interested in trying out should see Mr. Beauzile | Athletic Department |
| 11/1/2023 | A representative from SUNY Potsdam is visiting our school today. Students in any grade level are welcome to stop by for information and to meet our Admissions rep. | College & Career |
| 10/31/2023 | Attention students: Student Government Re-Elections will start Thursday, November 2nd at 12:00 noon to Friday, November 3rd 12:00 noon. All students will receive a voting ballot with their grade level in their school account. You must vote using the voting ballot that represents your own grade level. You can only vote for your own grade level class president and your own SLC representative. For any questions, see Ms. Recinos in room 332B periods 5-8. | Student Government Re-Elections |
| 10/31/2023 | Attention all students, an admissions representative from Hunter College is visiting Hillcrest on Wednesday November 1. All students are welcome to stop by and ask questions. students applying to Hunter are strongly advised to attend and meet our representative | College & Career |
| 10/30/2023 | CFU will be continuing the sock drive this week and this week only! Please bring in NEW socks for the Springfield Family Shelter! Boxes are in 464 and 410 for you to drop them off | Sock Drive CFU/Social Studies |
| 10/30/2023 | Boys' Varsity Basketball Tryout: Wednesday, November 1st at 2:45 PM. See Coach Miley in room 203 for questions. | Basketball Tryouts/Sports |
| 10/27/2023 | Attention Students graduating in January or June, October 31st is the last day to submit a CUNY application for free. Any submissions after the 31st require a fee waiver. Be sure to work on your applications in 280F any chance you have. Deadlines are coming so be sure to get your applications reviewed and submitted | College & Career |
| 10/26/2023 | If you are interested in joining the Indoor Boys Track team, see Mr. Leon in room 420 for more information. | Indoor Track Team Recruitment |
| 10/25/2023 |
Today's Drug Fact...…Youth who drink Alcohol are 50 times more likely to try other illegal drugs than youth who never drank alcohol. Alcohol is the #1 gateway drug in America. For more information on Drugs and living drug-free please visit the SPARK counselor in room 387 |
Red Ribbon Week |
| 10/25/2023 | This week Council for Unity will be collecting NEW socks for the Springfield Family Shelter. Please consider donating socks to help out those in need this winter season. Donations can be dropped off in the boxes in 464 and 410. Any questions please see Ms. Kraft | Sock Drive CFU/Social Studies |
| 10/25/2023 | SENIORS!!! Make sure you pay your senior deus. The deadline is fast approaching. The deadline for the Accessories package is December 1st. No payments will be taken after that. Payment must be a money order made out to hillcrest high school and brought to Mr. Rashid in Room 332C pd. 1, 4, 6, 7. | COSA |
| 10/24/2023 |
Attention Students. Join Humanities for a movie night on Thursday November 2nd. Refreshments will be sold. Look for the posters in the 380 area and come to room 380A for permission slips. | Humanities Honors Academy |
| 10/24/2023 | Attention. Join the Careers Research Club to explore jobs that you can get based on the electives in your SLC. Join the club every Wednesday to research and explore careers that might change your decisions for college. See Ms Ramjan in 380A or Shyana in Humanities. | Careers Research Club |
| 10/24/2023 | An Admissions Representative from SUNY Oneonta is visiting Hillcrest today. Students in all grade levels are welcome to stop by and learn more about SUNY Oneonta. Students applying to SUNY Oneonta are strongly encouraged to meet our rep. for the last time before applying |
College & Career |
| 10/24/2023 | Read one message every day TUESDAY Lets start the new marking period off on the right track. Make sure you arrive to school on time. Make sure you are in your first period class by 8AM WEDNESDAY- Anyone found in the halls and is sent to the C& R rooms will get a call, text and an email to their parents. So please arrive to class on time THURSDAY- On Halloween day, please do not bring any costumes, masks, fake weapons or fake blood into the building. These items will be confiscated. FRIDAY-- Any student in need of working papers or Metrocards, please go to room104 |
Deans Office |
| 10/24/2023 | The book club meets on Fridays at 2:30 in the library. Come and join us, but stop by the library for a permission slip before then. | Book Club |
| 10/23/2023 | This week Council for Unity will be collecting NEW socks for the Springfield Family Shelter. Please consider donating socks to help out those in need this winter season. Donations can be dropped off in the boxes in 464 and 410. | CFU-Social Studies Sock Drive |
| 10/23/2023 | If anyone freshman or sophomores that are still interested in joining volleyball, please see Mr. Beauzile during period 5, Today | Athletic Department |
| 10/23/2023 | Academy of Performing and Visual Arts Students: you are invited to a community potluck celebrating Diwali on Friday, November 10th during period 6 in the Black Box Theater. Bring a dish/ dessert/ snack/ drink for 5-10 people. Scan the QR code on the event flyers to RSVP or see Ms. Buthani in room 253 during periods 4,5,6. | Community Potluck |
| 10/23/2023 | Are you interested in public speaking? Do you want to learn the elements of a strong debate? Would you like to participate in public speaking/debate events with other high school students around New York City? If so you should join debate club ! Debate club meets Wednesdays 2:25 - 3:25 in room 444 Please see Ms. Patterson in room 444 to pick up a permission slip in order to join. |
All students |
| 10/23/2023 | Join the Green Team. Get a permission slip outside of room 362. Meets on Fridays from 2:30 - 3:30 in room 356. |
Join the Green Team |
| 10/20/2023 | Come to Varsity Boys Tryouts on Wednesday, October 25th and Thursday, October 26th. | Basketball Tryouts |
| 10/19/2023 | The Bengali Student Association will meet every Thursday in Room 430B from 2:30 - 3:30 pm. Everyone is invited to attend. | Bengali Student Association |
| 10/19/2023 | Leadership Club will meet today after school. See Ms. Ramjan for permission slips | HHA |
| 10/19/2023 | Attention TOT students, on Tuesday 10/24, come to TOT paint event at 2:30 pm in room 344. please see Ms. miller for permission slip in room 334 Families are welcome to attend | Family invite |
| 10/18/2023 |
Any students looking to join the Hillcrest High School Wrestling team, please see Mr. Beauzile in room 201 for more information | Athletic Department |
| 10/17/2023 | Good morning PSAT test takers. Reminder, next Monday, October 23rd, you are required to arrive at the library at 7:30 in the morning to complete your preregistration before beginning of the exam. You MUST have your invitation ready as well as your school ID ready. Thank you |
PSAT for National Merit Scholarship Candidacy |
| 10/16/2023 | Attention Humanities Sophomores - Please see Ms. Ramjan for a permission slip to attend "A Beautiful Noise," on Broadway. The trip is on 10/26. There are only a few spots left. If you have a permission slip, please turn it in as soon as possible. | Broadway Show - A Beautiful Noise |
| 10/16/2023 | Interested in playing guitar? Join the guitar club! We meet from 2:30-3:30pm each Thursday. See Mr. Hickey in Room 364 for permission slips. | Guitar Club |
| 10/16/2023 | Hillcrest Students and Staff, this Friday, October 20th, let's unite in the fight against breast cancer. Show your unwavering support for Breast Cancer Awareness by wearing the color pink. Let's paint Hillcrest pink this Friday! | School-Wide / SLC |
| 10/16/2023 | Please read each message on the following Day: MONDAY All student must have ID cards. You will need it to enter the building, library and cafeteria. If you need a new ID card, please see your SLC dean TUESDAY Any student that needs a new metro card or working papers, please go to Room 104 WEDNESDAY The school day starts at 8AM, Please make arrangements to arrive to class on time. Give yourself that extra time to go through the xray machines and to grab a breakfast. THURSDAY The 1st marking period will be ending soon. Make sure to finish up assignments and make up your classwork in order to get that good grade. FRIDAY As Halloween approaches, remember no Halloween paraphernalia is allowed in the building such as masks, sprays, toy weapons or other similar accessories. |
Deans office |
| 10/16/2023 | Attention ALL students who are graduating in January/June 2024 The College & Career Counselors are hosting a family information night on THURSDAY OCT. 19th to review the entire college & career process. This event is mandatory for students and a guardian. The event will be on Zoom and the link will be emailed to all. Check your email every day |
12th Grade Family Information Night (College & Career) |
| 10/12/2023 | HSSE will be hosting this year's Breast Cancer Walk at flushing meadow park, this Sunday on 10/15/2023. If you are interested in attending, please see Ms. Wyette in room 364 for a permission slip. | Breast Cancer Walk/ HSSE |
| 10/12/2023 | HSSE will be hosting a Fall craft night in the 3rd cafeteria on 10/18/2023 from 230-430pm. Please see Ms. Wyette in room 364 for a permission slip. | Fall Craft Painting/ HSSE |
| 10/11/2023 | If students are interested having a Stunt and Cheerleading team at Hillcrest High School. Please see Mr. Beauzile in room 201 | Athletic Department |
| 10/11/2023 |
Your Daily Deans Message Read on : Wednesday Every student must have an ID card. If you still do not have an ID card, please see your SLC dean Thursday-- The C & R room is now open. If you are late for class, or found in the halls after the late bell, please go to the C&R room for a late pass. Thats Room 201, 315 and 422 Friday- The school Day starts at 8AM. Please arrive a little bit earlier each day in order to clear scanning and to arrive to your 1st period on time. |
Deans Office |
| 10/10/2023 | Attention Hillcrest, If you would like to join the Yearbook Club, please see Mr. Hernandez in room 480A for a permission slip. All grades are welcome to contibute. | Yearbook |
| 10/6/2023 | Congratulations to the lady hawks volleyball team who defeated John Adams in two straight sets. Go lady Hawks. | Girls Varsity Volleyball (Athletic Department) |
| 10/4/2023 |
Read one message each day: Wednesday--Starting this week, at the end of your school day(after 8th period) you can now exit the building through one more additional exit. Exit 9/10 will be open for students leaving the building. Thursday-- Teachers and students, just a reminder that passes to the bathroom should not be issued the first and last ten minutes of each period. When passes are issued, make sure it has the students name, date, time and period on it Friday-- The CNR rooms are now open. It is your responsibility to reach to class on time every period every day. If you are caught in the halls after the late bell, you will be sent to the CNR room and a phone call will be made to your house. If you are caught in the halls multiple times, further disciplinary action may take place. |
Deans Office |
| 10/4/2023 | Attention SENIORS, our SUNY rep. will be hosting a workshop today for anyone who plans on attending or applying to SUNY and wants more information. You must pick up a permission slip from Ms. Caruso in 280A or 280F to attend this workshop. | College & Career Office |
| 10/4/2023 | There will be a basketball Informational Meeting on Wednesday, October 4th in room 203. You will receive necessary paperwork and information about tryouts. | Basketball Interest Meeting |
| 10/3/2023 | The Academy of Performing and Visual Arts will be hosting an Open Mic on Thursday, Oct. 19 from 2:30 to 4:30 in the Black Box theater. All singers, actors, dancers, poets and musicians are invited to perform, or you can just sit back and enjoy the show. Please go to room 208 for a permission slip to attend. | Open Mic |
| 10/2/2023 | All students should have their ID cards by now. Every student that enters the building MUST swipe their ID cards upon entry. ID cards are also needed to get into the cafeterias and the library. If you still need an ID card, please see your SLC dean. | Dean office |
| 10/2/2023 |
Do you have school spirit? Do you Love to cheer? Now is your opportunity to be a part of our cheerleader's squad. |
Cheerleaders Tryouts |
| 10/2/2023 | Attention Seniors, we are now in October which means you can submit your CUNY application this month for FREE. Remember, to have it reviewed by the College & Career Counselors before submitting. Come to 280F to complete your college applications. | College & Career Office |
| 10/2/2023 | If you want a Queens Library card, come to the school library to pick up an application. We will have the cards made and will email you when they are ready. | Library card applications |
| 9/28/2023 | Global Citizens is hosting a Hispanic Heritage Festival on October 12th in the 4th floor cafe starting at 2:30. There will be food, music and dance. Come represent your country. Everyone is invited! Pick up a permission slip in room 446 or 450. | Hispanic Heritage Festival by Global Citizens SLC |
| 9/26/2023 | Please read one message for each day of the week. TUESDAY- Every student must have an ID card. Please see your SLC dean to take your picture. Or scan the QR code at each dean's office or the guidance office. Fill out the form and and then pick up your replacement ID card the next day in room 315. WEDNESDAY- Your school day begins at 1st period. This means every student starts at 8AM. Please arrive to school a little bit earlier to give yourself time to go through the scanning machines and to pick up your FREE breakfast at the grab and go cart. THURSDAY- Reminder, no glass items are allowed in the building. These items may be confiscated and parents will have to pick them up FRIDAY- In order to enter the library and cafeteria, you must have your ID card. Please see your SLC dean for a new ID or fill out the form at the QR code found at your deans or guidance office. |
DEANS OFFICE |
| 9/26/2023 | Academy of Performing and Visual Art Students: Come join us in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month on Friday, Oct. 13 during period 6 in the Black Box Theater. Bring food for 5-10 people and partake in traditional empanadas, rice and beans and Latin music. Please see Ms. Mendoza in room 208 to sign up. | Hispanic Heritage Potluck |
| 9/22/2023 | There will be an interest meeting for girls basketball on September 26 and 27th at 3:30 in room 212. For more information, please see Mr. Beauzile in room 201. | Athletic Department |
| 9/22/2023 | Congratulations to the lady hawks volleyball team for defeating Beach Channel Campus in two straight sets. Go lady Hawks. | Girls Volleyball/ Athletic Department |
| 9/21/2023 | All seniors are invited to attend a senior assembly on Thursday, September 28 period 8 in the auditorium. | Senior Assembly |
| 9/21/2023 | Any student who is interested in running for a Student Government position must submit via email all required documents to Ms. Recinos by no later than September 29. Applications were emailed to your school's account. If you need a hard copy of the application you may pick one up in room 332B. | Student Government Applications |
| 9/20/2023 | Academy of Performing and Visual Arts Juniors. You are required to attend a Town Hall meeting on Friday, Sept. 22 at the Black Box Theater. | Junior Town Hall Meeting |
| 9/20/2023 | Good morning Hillcrest, Applications for the Work, Learn & Grow program will be available on September 25, 2023. If you are 16 years old, or turning 16 by October 10th and participated in SYEP 2023, please see Ms. Trudy in room 378 for more details. | Queens Community House |
| 9/19/2023 | ANY GIRLS INTERESTED OR HAVE ALREADY JOINED THE GIRLS BOWLING TEAM. THERE WILL BE A MEETING IN ROOM 101 AFTER 8TH PERIOD TODAY. OR SEE MR CHATTOO, THE GIRLS BOWLING COACH IN ROOM 101 AT YOUR EARLIEST CONVENIENCE. | GIRLS BOWLING TEAM |
| 9/19/2023 | Please do not bring any glass items to school such as soda or juice bottles, perfumes, colognes deodorant and make-up. These glass items are not allowed at scanning and will be confiscated upon entry. A parent of guardian will have to pick it up. | DEANS OFFICE |
| 9/18/2023 | Just a reminder to all students that 1st period begins at 8:00am. The doors open for first period entrance at 7:30am . Please come to the building by 7:20 to avoid being late to 1st period. | Safety |
| 9/18/2023 | There will be a girl volleyball tryout on Friday 9/22/23 at 2:30 PM at the Small gym A for the incoming freshmen girls only. Bring your | Girls Volleyball (Athletic Department PSAL) |
| 9/14/2023 | If you are interested in joining the soccer team, see Mr. Leon in room 420 after 8th period. | Soccer practices |
| 9/14/2023 | Please come see Mr. Farber in 346 about NYC Mock Trial/Moot Court information. This is time sensitive! | Moot Court/Mock Trial Team- Social Studies |
| 9/13/2023 | Academy of Performing and Visual Arts Seniors: A Mandatory Town Hall Meeting will be scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 21 during period 4. Please report to the Black Box Theater. See Ms. Mendoza for more information. | Senior Town Hall |
| 9/13/2023 | Attention Humanities Students. There will be a town hall meeting tomorrow in the library during periods 3 and 4. All 10th grade students should report to the library - room 230, at the beginning of their 3rd period class. All 9th grade students should report to the library at the beginning of their 4th period class. Again, tomorrow Thursday, all Humanities 9th grade students should go to the library, room 230 for a Townhall meeting during period 4, and all 10th grade Humanities students should go to the library during period 3. Any questions, see Ms. Ramjan in room 380A, or Ms. Belizaire in room 302. Thank you. |
HHA - Townhall |