Hill Harvest Baskets
Harvest Baskets are an annual tradition at Hill where we support our community during the holidays. We are looking to feed 75 families this year. In addition, we are working hard to raise funds and stock a food pantry at Hill that can help beyond the holiday season. There are 2 ways to help! You can donate food or volunteer time and support.
Helping with Food Donations through our Grade Level Competition:
Nonperishable food items and grocery gift cards can be donated from November 3rd - November 18th by grade level. The winning grade level will win a grade level celebration!!
Points will be awarded as 1 food item = 1 point, and grocery store gift cards will be awarded for the face value of the gift card for instance $25 gift card= 25 points.
Nonperishable goods wish list: canned corn, canned green beans, pasta, rice, macaroni and cheese, cornbread mix, ramen, canned black beans/pinto beans, soup, canned tuna/chicken
If you are interested in receiving a Harvest Basket this year, please email Nurse Merri at merri_hoffman@dpsk12.net
Helping with Harvest Baskets &/or Food Pantry
We need volunteers to ensure our holiday tradition and food pantry can go smoothly for families. Our Harvest basket event takes place on Saturday, Nov. 22nd. After this date, we will be keeping our pantry open to distribute food to families building up to winter break. If you are willing to help us with this event or willing to be an ongoing volunteer, please use the following form to sign-up.
2025 CMAS Score Reports Available through Parent Portal
How to Access Your Student’s CMAS/CoAlt Score Report
Visit the Family Portal: https://familyportal.pearson.com/CO
You will need the following information to log in:
Student’s State ID (SASID) - You can find your Student’s State ID in the DPS Parent Portal, or by visiting the Student ID Retrieval tool and inputting your student’s information - Student’s Name, Date of Birth, Grade, Primary Zip Code
Student’s Last Name
Student’s First Name
Student’s Date of Birth
What You’ll Find in the Report
The report includes your student’s score, performance level, and additional details, including:
A breakdown of strengths and areas for growth
Comparisons of your student’s performance to their peers at the school, district and state levels
Tips for supporting your student’s learning at home
Helpful resources, such as a video guide and a detailed explanation document are also available in the Family Portal to assist you in understanding the results.
If you would like a paper copy of your 7th or 8th grade student’s CMAS score report, please fill out this form and one will be sent to you as soon as possible. 6th grade families please reach out to your elementary school.
7th Grade Vision/Hearing/Dental Screening
Each year Denver Public Schools provides the opportunity for a free vision, hearing and dental screening for students in mandated grades (Early Childhood Education, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, and 9th). Screening is considered best practice to identify students who may be at risk for health concerns affecting their ability to learn. These free screenings are not an assessment or an evaluation and do not replace professional exams. Parents/guardians of students whose screening results fall outside the optimal range will be notified.
If you do not want your student to participate in these screenings please email the School Nurse, at merri_hoffman@dpsk12.net or call 720-423-9691.
Current Hill After School Clubs
Monday - Journalism Club w/Ms. Harper (rm 215) until 5pm
Monday - D&D + Board Games Club w/Mr. Alijah (rm 11) until 5:15pm
Tuesday - LEGO Club w/Mr. Pablo (rm 2) - 6th gr. only during lunchtime
Tuesday - VoCo Choir w/VoCo Choir (auditorium) 5:15pm
Tuesday - Dance/Cheer/Majorette Club w/Mr. Mills (rm 132) until 5:15pm
Wednesday - Anime Club w/Mr. Benjamin (rm 305) until 5:30pm
Wednesday - Tutoring From High Schoolers w/Ms. Bessie (rm 120) until 5:15pm
Wednesday & Friday - Elite Boys Soccer Club w/Mr. Saul (field) until 5:30pm
*NEW* 6th Grade Lunch LEGO Club
Lego club is happening on Tuesdays during sixth-grade lunch! Students must get food first and then can come to eat and build in room 2, in the basement with Mr. Pablo. Students can leave their builds on the shelf and work on them the next few weeks. Once their creation is completed, they get to keep it and take it home after school.
Please, if you have any legos around the house that you don't need anymore, please consider donating them to the school!
Save the Date - Skyhawk Winter Showcase!
All Hill families are invited to the biggest event of the school year! Featuring student work from all elective classes, the Skyhawk Winter Showcase is a night to remember.
Important Dates
Please save the below dates to join us for these special events!
Nov 5 - Principal Advisory Committee meeting (5:15-6:30pm)
Nov 6 - Early release day (students dismissed at 1pm)
Nov 12 - School Photo Retake Day
Nov 20 - Early release day (students dismissed at 1pm)
Nov 24-28 - No school (Thanksgiving Break)
Dec 4 - Winter Skyhawk Showcase (5-8pm)
Dec 11 - Early release day (students dismissed at 1pm)
Dec 22-Jan 5 - No school (Winter Break)
May 21 - 8th Grade Continuation (5:30pm @ George Washington High School)