Collaborative School Committee
Wednesday, Oct 7, 5:15-6pm will be the next Collaborative School Committee meeting. This meeting will review enrollment and current academic data. The meeting will be held in the cafeteria. All current Hill families are invited and encouraged to attend.
School Photo Days
Students will take their 26-27 school photo on Oct. 5, 6, and 7. They will take their photo during their Science class on this schedule:
Oct 5 = Ms. Sottak’s & Ms. Cozzarin’s classes
Oct 6 = Ms. Kreske’s & Ms. Stepovich’s classes
Oct 7 = Dr. Heath’s classes
You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVT7ZXMXJ. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!
Your child can also bring their completed flyer (passed to them in Science class) with cash or check on Picture Day. Orders after Picture Day must be placed online on mylifetouch.com.
Save the Date - Hispanic Heritage Spirit Day
When: October 14th
What: Students and staff dress to represent/showcase their culture to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Feel free to respectfully represent any Hispanic country you are fond of.
(Examples: clothing, items, souvenirs, sports jerseys)
Fall Family Conferences
Date: Thursday, October 15th
Times: 2:15 - 4:15 & 5:15 - 7:15
Format: Walk - In (no appointment required)
Teachers will be in subject groups in different rooms throughout the building. (Maps will be provided upon entry so you know where to find each subject that you want to check in with!) This will allow for parents with multiple students to meet with both / all of their students' math teachers, then all of their science teachers, and so on.
We will be utilizing more spaces throughout the building this year to allow for less crowding and to combat the warmer temperatures. We are so grateful that conferences continue to serve more and more families each year!
Hill Travel Club
Mr. Van Horn, Ms. Liz and Ms. Redmond are headed to Scotland and Ireland with our Hill students and enrollment for our trip is now open, but it's filling up fast--we have 3 spots remaining!
It will be an unforgettable trip packed with culture, history, stunning landscapes, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Think dramatic coastlines, historic castles, vibrant cities, and incredible memories with friends
Visit our enrollment page for all the trip details, itinerary highlights, and pricing information. Enrollment page: https://www.eftours.com/tour-website/3014051ND Price increase happens on October 4, 2026, so enroll now!
Have questions or want to learn more? Ms. Redmond is happy to set up a phone call to walk through the trip and answer anything you’re curious about. Don’t miss the chance to explore Scotland and Ireland with us in Summer 2027! EF Tours is our trusted travel partner, and they have 60 years of experience helping students explore the world safely and affordably.
STEM Event
The Society of Women Engineers at Colorado School of Mines is hosting a STEM event for girls. Please see the attached information for details about the event and how to register.
This is a wonderful chance for our female students to explore STEM fields and connect with other young women interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. https://orgs.mines.edu/swe/girls-on-the-rise/
Spirit Week, Hill of Horror, & The Skyhawk Spooktacular!
The week of Oct 26-29 will be filled with fun at Hill! That week is Spirit Week for students and each day has a fun, unique theme to participate in.
Then, on Thursday, Oct 29 from 4:15-6:15pm, all families, friends, siblings, and neighbors are invited to walk through our Hill of Horror Haunted House (if you dare!) as a fundraiser for our Arts department. Each entry into the Haunted House is $1, and you can go through as many times as you want!
Then….Hill students (and only Hill students) are invited to attend The Skyhawk Spooktacular Fall Dance from 6-7:30pm. The dance is in the school gym and cafe. Entry is $5 and concessions are $1 each.
MLE DAC Meeting
MLE District Advisory Committee (DAC) meeting is on Oct 21st at 9am at Columbian Elementary School Translated Flyers
Upcoming Calendar of Events:
Oct 5-7: School Photo Days
Oct 7: Collaborative School Committee Meeting (cafe @ 5:15pm)
Oct 12: No School (in-service day)
Oct 14: Hispanic Heritage Spirit Day
Oct: 15: Early Release Day (students dismissed at 1pm)
Oct 15: Fall Family Conferences @ 2:15 - 4:15 & 5:15 - 7:15
Oct 19: Dine For Dollars @ Ester’s on Holly
Oct 26-29: School Spirit Week
Oct 29: Haunted House Tours (auditorium @ 4:15-6:15pm - $1 per entry)
Oct 29: The Skyhawk Spooktacular (fall dance for students - 6-7:30pm)
Oct 30: No School (in-service day)
Nov 4: PAC Meeting (cafe @ 5pm)
Nov 12: Early Release Day (students dismissed at 1pm)
Nov 23-27: No School (Fall Break)
Dec 3: Early Release Day (students dismissed at 1pm)
Dec 3: Winter Skyhawk Showcase (4:30-7:30pm)
Dec 17: Early Release Day (students dismissed at 1pm)
Dec 21-Jan 4: No School (Winter Break)
Jan 14: Early Release Day (students dismissed at 1pm)
Jan 18: No School (public holiday)
Jan 28: Early Release Day (students dismissed at 1pm)
Feb 11: Early Release Day (students dismissed at 1pm)
Feb 15: No School (public holiday)
Feb 26: No School (in-service day)
Mar 11: Early Release Day (students dismissed at 1pm)
Mar 25: Early Release Day (students dismissed at 1pm)
Mar 29-Apr 2: No School (Spring Break)
Apr 15: Early Release Day (students dismissed at 1pm)
Apr 30: No School (in-service day)
Apr 27: 8th Grade Class Photo (period 7)
May 13: Early Release Day (students dismissed at 1pm)
May 27: Early Release Day (students dismissed at 1pm)
May 26: Last Day of School for 8th Graders
May 27: 8th Grade Continuation @ George Washington High School (5:30pm)
May 31: No School (public holiday)
Jun 4: Last Day of School for 6th & 7th Graders (students dismissed at 1pm)