Hillside Public Schools

Massive congratulations are in order for our Hurden Looker Elementary School Mock Trial students! Hurden Looker mock trial placed second out of 73 submissions in their most recent competition! "The triumph of sixth-grade Hillside Enrichment Program students in a mock trial is a testament to their dedication, critical thinking, and teamwork. These young minds displayed an impressive grasp of legal concepts and an ability to articulate their arguments with confidence and precision. Their success reflects not only their academic prowess but also their ability to collaborate effectively as a cohesive unit. This victory not only underscores the importance of extracurricular activities in fostering skills beyond the classroom but also serves as an inspiration to their peers and the broader community. These students have demonstrated that age is not a barrier to excellence and that with determination and effort, anything is achievable. Their achievement in the mock trial serves as a reminder of the potential within every young person and the value of providing opportunities for them to showcase their talents!" Great work, Hurden Looker! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #mocktrial #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

"Thomas Edison State University (TESU) is a recipient of a grant from the Department of Education (DOE) and the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education (OSHE). The grant, part of the State Dual Enrollment Pilot Program, aims to create and expand high-quality dual enrollment programs across New Jersey school districts...TESU has been selected to collaborate with Hillside Public School District for the Career Connections Carpenter’s Pre-Apprenticeship Program currently being implemented at Hillside. Under this partnership, TESU has formed an articulation agreement with Hillside Public School District. Through TESU’s commitment related to prior learning, TESU recognizes the Career Connections program as equivalent to 16 college-level credits, applicable toward a certificate, associate or bachelor’s program either at TESU or transferrable to another institution." This is amazing news, Hillside Public Schools in collaboration with @tesu_edu ! You can read the full article here: https://www.tesu.edu/news/1782285/tesu-awarded-grant-for-state-dual-enrollment-pilot-program?utm_content=280899951&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&hss_channel=fbp-95853528403&fbclid=IwAR14DSw-6WUh_CNjeJ0BgpQt8zBByHBrYkeCQ8HRvjVxExX1qxSI6plZ7aA #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #tesu #tesuedu #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Yesterday, (03/04/2024) Former Hurden Lookers students, now Hillside Innovation Academy (H.I.A.) students returned to give a presentation on the H.I.A. school to Hurden Looker 6th graders. The H.I.A. students spoke about all the happenings at H.I.A., classes they can look forward to and are offered as well as all the clubs they get to participate in! H.I.A. students were on hand to answer questions from the 6th graders who are currently applying to H.I.A. H.I.A. students also walked around to answer some questions from groups of students! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #hillsideinnovationacademy #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Hillside Public Schools is celebrating "Read Across America" throughout March! Today (3/5/2024) Superintendent Glover visited Ola Edwards Community School and Hurden Looker Elementary School to read to a few classrooms! The students and teachers loved the visit, shoutout to other Hillside Public Schools Administrators who are currently reading across the district as well! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #readacrossamerica #newpride #newpossibilities #newpathways #reading @teachthechange5

Dr. Randolph D. Sconiers, DSW, LCSW (Dr. S) is honored and excited to propose a partnership between New Steps Counseling, LLC/Mental-Hop and the Hillside School District to bring the Mental-Hop Program to Hillside High School. Mental-Hop is Mental-Health Education, Wellness, and Healing through Hip-Hop Culture! On Thursday 2/29 and Friday 3/1 Freshmen and Sophomores attended the presentation “Where is the Love”? "Where is the Love" is a School-wide assembly that takes students on a journey to discover the power of love, empathy, and compassion for others. Students were then given wristbands to always remember to show love and respect for all of those around them! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #mentalhop #mentalhealthawareness #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

We still have content from Black History Month to share! The following photos come courtesy of Ola Edwards Community School, where students researched the accomplishments of various African Americans throughout history and presented about them! Great work, students. #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #blackhistorymonth #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Yesterday, February 29th, 2024, was the last day of the month, and Hillside Public Schools culminated Black History Month celebrations at Hillside Innovation Academy! Hillside Innovation Academy's celebration included poetry, live dance and musical performances, informative presentations, and a Black History Month-themed game of Kahoot! H.I.A.'s celebration was truly a spectacle, great work Principal Silva, Ms. Dotel, Mr. Joyner, H.I.A. students, and staff! More photos and content to come! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #hia #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities #blackhistorymonth

A.P. Morris Early Childhood Center hosted multiple Black History Month Assemblies throughout the week 2/26/2024 - 2/29/2024! The culmination of assemblies occurred today (2/29/2024) and it was truly a sight to see! Our A.P. Morris students are incredibly smart and talented and got to perform for their parents, peers, staff, and families! Thank you, Ms. Branch, Ms. Modena, Ms. Corrothers, Ms. Pereira, Ms. Kramer, Principals Mr. Graham, and Ms. Palmer-Gilliard, Superintendent Glover, A.P. Morris Students and Staff! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicshools #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities #blackhistorymonth

This morning (2/29/2024), W.O.K. Middle School hosted an assembly to award their 7th and 8th-grade scholars who made the honor roll for the second marking period! W.O.K. teachers and staff were also recognized for their hard work during the second marking period. Congratulations to all of our students, staff, and scholars, thank you, Dr. Wilson, Vice-Principals Ms. Scott-Jackson and Ms. Elie, our W.O.K. staff, parents, and families! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities #honorroll #awardsceremony

Good day from Hillside Public Schools, please see the BlackFact of the day for February 29, 2024! https://youtu.be/1SEpZ9VCEDM?si=kO5_up3MRvIkK4ai

Shoutout to Coach Walzer from Hillside High School, who submitted these photos spotlighting her Girls' Soccer team Seniors who were recently inducted into the National Honor Society! Great work to our scholar-athletes! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #newjersey #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities #highschoolsoccer #nationalhonorsociety

Please join Superintendent Glover during the upcoming Hillside Public Schools District Strategic Planning Sessions! Thursday, March 7th, 2024 in the Hillside High School Media Center, and Monday, March 18th, 2024 in the Hurden Looker Elementary School Gymnasium, from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m! All Board of Education Members, Students, Staff, Parents, and Community Stakeholders are welcome to attend one and/or both remaining sessions! See the flyer for more details, thank you!

A.P. Morris Early Childhood Center has been hosting assemblies for Black History Month throughout the week: 2/26 - 2/29! A.P. Morris' Kindergarten students performed today (2/27/2024) for a nearly full auditorium consisting of their peers and proud parents and families! Hillside Board of Education President, Ms. Laquana Best was in attendance and even read to Mrs. Drefko's class after the assembly! Shoutout to Principal Palmer-Gilliard, Principal Graham, Parent Liaison Ms. Sherri Branch, and Ms. Modena! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #blackhistorymonth #newpride #newpossibilities #newpathways

Good day from Hillside Public Schools, please see the BlackFact of the day for February 27, 2024! : https://youtu.be/PzTGR-nWTk0

On February 27, 2024, Hillside Public Schools District Central Office and Administrators visited Ryerson Elementary School in Wayne, New Jersey, to learn about its "Leader and Me" Program. Thank you to Principal Foti and her staff for their warm hospitality! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Good day from Hillside Public Schools, please see the BlackFact of the day for February 26, 2024! : https://youtu.be/1ZcFqMKA7fc

This morning, (2/26/2024) The Hillside High School Dance Ensemble, led by Ms. Love, performed at Maher Terminals for the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's (CBP) Black History Month Celebration! The Dance team did an outstanding job opening and closing the event, and received praise from all the officers in attendance as well as Newark Mayor, Mr. Ras Baraka, who was the keynote speaker for the event! Great work Hillside High School Dance Ensemble, Ms. Love, Mayor Baraka, and the Newark CBP! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #hillsidehighschool #cbp #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities #danceensemble

Here are some pictures from the Hillside High School Science Trip to Students 2 Science's I.S.A.A.C. Program (Improving Student Affinity and Aptitude for Careers in STEM). This trip took place from February 20 - 22, 2024, and focused on Biotechnology - Using Biological processes, organisms, or systems to improve the quality of human life! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities #students2science #biotechnology Students conducted tests on the following Diabetes and hidden sugar Vaccines and immune response Biofuels Fish Forgery

We are excited to announce that virtual reality headsets have been deployed in our middle schools to support math learning. Shout out to the collaboration by our Technology and Curriculum and Instruction offices! #vr #prismsvr #spatiallearning #realworld

A.P. Morris Early Childhood Center is hosting multiple Black History Month Assemblies starting next week, Monday, February 26th, 2024! Please see the following flyer for details on the assemblies, we hope to see you there! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #apmorris #blackhistorymonth #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities