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Be H.E.A.R.D. Updates
Hilltop Love Dance
Third-Grade Instrument Rental
Hilltop Yearbook
MAC Scholars Black History Recognition Night
Beachwood Neurodiversity Family Network Parent/Caregiver Support Group
Lunar New Year Celebration
Black History Month Celebration
Classroom Spotlight: Mr. Hill
Band Concert Highlights
Fifth-Graders Celebrate 1,000 Days of School
Be H.E.A.R.D. Recognition
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Message from the Principal |  | |
Greetings Hilltop Families,
I would like to congratulate Mrs. Trudell on being selected as one of 120 educators to win the Lexia LETRS Science of Reading grant. She will have the opportunity to complete two years of training to strengthen her skillset as a reading specialist. We are thankful for her commitment as a lifelong learner and dedication to the students at Hilltop. Although I missed my musical debut, I want to give kudos to Mrs. Chapman and our band students. The feedback I received has been amazing!
As a reminder, parent-teacher conferences are being held on February 22. The conferences are invite only. If you do not receive an invitation and feel your child is not meeting the academic and social-emotional standards for their grade, please feel free to reach out to their homeroom teacher.
In our ongoing effort to foster a collaborative school environment, I recently had the pleasure of hosting the first meeting of the Parent Advisory Collaboration Team (PACT). The role of this diverse group of parents is to provide feedback into how we can address both the opportunities and challenges within our school. I am grateful for their partnership and valuable insights. I look forward to working closely with the Parent Advisory Collaboration Team as we strive to make Hilltop a better place for our students.
I hope you have a wonderful weekend and enjoy the sunshine!
Educationally Yours,
Dr. Octavia Reid
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February 8: Friendship Parties
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February 9: No School - Lunar New Year
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February 15: Love Dance 5 to 7 p.m.
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February 15: Instrument Rental Deadline Third Grade
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February 19: No School - Presidents Day
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February 22: Parent-Teachers Conference (Invite Only)
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February 23: House of Encouragement Parent Visit
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February 27: PACT Meeting, 6 p.m.
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Be H.E.A.R.D. Updates
Congratulations to the House of Accountability. They won the Bison Cup for the month of February. The houses had a reset in Critter Coins to start the semester so every student earned a fresh start. We want to thank the parents who came out last week to participate in our house meetings. We look forward to hosting more parents this month.
House of Encouragement Chant
The House of Encouragement will host parents in the month of February. To ensure that you can fully participate in the experience, you must learn your house chant. We begin every meeting with our respective chants. The house color is yellow, feel free to wear the house color.
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Hilltop Love Dance
The Hilltop Love Dance is Thursday, February 15, from 5 to 7 p.m. Put on your fancy clothes and come enjoy "A Night in Paris," sponsored by the Hilltop Student Council. Tickets are $25 per couple (student and adult guest) and $10 per extra adult. Tickets are on sale now through February 9. The student council has planned a great evening — one you surely do not want to miss.
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Third-Grade Instrument Rental
All third graders have now been introduced to the musical instruments that are offered at Hilltop during their music Unified Arts class time with Mrs. Chapman and Mrs. DeViney. Each student selected and ranked their top 3 instrument choices. They had the opportunity to assist in making a well-informed decision. Based on interest and overall musical ensemble balance, students have now been assigned their individual instruments. They have been placed in the appropriate third-grade instrumental music class.
Students will be sent home with their instrument selection this week and parents/guardians are being asked to rent instruments by February 15. (Please note the date change due to the calamity days). We will provide families with rental company options, instrument sizing, and information necessary for a successful start on their new instruments. *Please do not rent an instrument until you receive this information from school. It is very important that orchestra students are sized by Mrs. DeViney before renting.
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Time to Order Yearbooks
Don't forget to order your yearbook! Orders can be placed online at ybpay.com with the ID code: 9488924. Yearbooks cost $22, and orders are due by March 22. Fifth graders Mac Molloy and Paul Barker have designed beautiful front and back covers, and we can't wait for everyone to see!
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MAC Scholars Black History Recognition Night
Join us for the MAC Scholars’ Fourth Annual Black History Recognition Night during the boys and girls varsity basketball double header on Friday, February 2. The girls will face Lutheran West at 5:30 p.m., followed by the boys’ game against Orange at 7:15 p.m. This year’s theme is Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and the Divine Nine, highlighting their contributions to Black History. We warmly invite Beachwood High School alumni to be a part of this memorable event. Wear your favorite HBCU or represent your fraternity or sorority, and let’s cheer the Bison to victory!
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Beachwood Neurodiversity Family Network Hosts Parent/Caregiver Support Group
Join the Beachwood Neurodiversity Family Network for a support group discussion on Sunday, February 4, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Beachwood High School Community Room. We will go around and share our recent “highs” and “lows” as well as anything else you would like to talk about. All are welcome, whether or not you identify as a neurodivergent family. Due to the sensitivity of the topics that may be discussed, as well as privacy concerns, this meeting is intended for adults only. However, if you do not have childcare, or are otherwise unable to attend in person, we are hoping to offer the option to call in virtually, please indicate if you would like the virtual option on the RSVP form.
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Lunar New Year Celebration
The Lunar New Year is just around the corner! The Beachwood Chinese Family Affinity Group invites you to celebrate the Year of the Dragon during a Lunar New Year Celebration on Friday, February 9, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Beachwood High School.
Schedule of Events:
- Artistic Performances: The evening begins at 5 p.m. with artistic performances in the auditorium.
- Potluck Dinner: Enjoy a variety of dishes at the potluck-style dinner in the cafeteria, from 5:45 to 7 p.m. Please contribute a dish or drink for everyone to enjoy! You can drop off items in the cafeteria prior to the start of the dinner.
- Games and Crafts: Engage in fun activities and crafts for kids in the Community Room, from 7 to 9 p.m.
Free and open to the public. Please RSVP with the number of participants to: chineseaffinity@beachwoodschools.org.
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Black History Month Celebration
Join us for a Black History Month celebration presented by the African American Affinity Group on Sunday, February 25, from 2 to 5 p.m. at Beachwood High School. Free and open to the public, the event will feature African dance performances, crafts and cookie decorating, student performances, and many more activities! In addition, guests may participate in a drum-making workshop. In order to participate in this activity, drum kits need to be pre-ordered by February 14. Supplies may be limited. Please order your kit today!
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Classroom Spotlight: Mr. Hill
Discovering the wonders of physics has never been more engaging! Students are taking education to new heights by constructing an intricate marble run. From concept to execution, students apply theoretical knowledge, building pathways, ramps, and loops to explore gravity, momentum, and cause-and-effect relationships.
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Fifth Graders Celebrate 1,000 Days of School | |
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Band Concert Highlights
Congratulations to our students for their outstanding performance at the band concert. Your hard work and talent shined brightly!
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Be H.E.A.R.D. Recipients
The following students were awarded certificates for receiving the highest number of points under each Be H.E.A.R.D. essential. These students consistently met the standard and set an expectation for their peers. All recipients past and present received Be H.E.A.R.D. T-shirts.
Honorable: Ava Gilmore
Encouraging: Sebastian Olivares Villanueva
Accountable: Anna Chi
Respectful: Mirai Hirano
Determined: Lynn Fitzpatrick
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Sebastian Olivares Villanueva | |
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