August 30, 2024

Important Dates

• September 2: No School - Labor Day
• September 3: Hearing screening for all third and fifth graders and any new fourth graders
• September 5: Open House (Third Grade: 5:30 p.m.; Fourth Grade: 6:30 p.m.; Fifth Grade: 7:30 p.m.)
• September 11: Picture Day

News & Announcements

Drop-Off and Pick-Up Procedures for Car Riders

If you are dropping off or picking up your child from school, please remain in the car line until all cars have pulled up. Do not attempt to go around other vehicles. We've had several incidents in which cars attempted to pass while others were entering from Hilltop Drive, creating safety concerns. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping everyone safe. 

Also, please make sure your student enters and exits the car from the passenger side. Adults should remain in the car at all times. Students should arrive no later than 7:35 a.m. and should be picked up before 2:45 p.m. each day.

Hilltop Open House

Open House will be this Thursday, September 5.

Grade-level times are as follows:



• Third Grade: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
• Fourth Grade: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
• Fifth Grade: 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Please join us in the cafeteria first for a brief welcome presentation followed by teachers walking you to their classrooms for grade level and classroom information. We hope to see you there!

Procedures for Communicating with Staff

At Hilltop, we prioritize open communication and fostering a strong family-school relationship. Our teachers are dedicated to educating students, while Mrs. Pinney focuses on observing classrooms, engaging with students, and maintaining a safe environment. If you need to speak with a teacher, please email them during the day or leave a message with Mrs. Simon, our secretary, so they can return your call. To meet with Mrs. Pinney, please schedule an appointment ahead of time or call her office in advance. We kindly ask that you do not arrive unannounced, as our staff is committed to ensuring a safe and productive learning environment for all students.

PTO: Room Parent Volunteers Needed

I hope all is well and that the start of the school year is going smoothly. We have another awesome opportunity for you to volunteer as a room parent this school year. Please click on the link below to review the additional info.

2024-2025 Hilltop Room Parents

Thanks in advance for signing up and staying on the lookout for additional communication once room parents are identified.

Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration

September 14 | 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.

The Chinese Family Affinity Group invites you to join us in celebrating the 2024 Mid-Autumn Festival on Saturday, September 14, from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. in the Beachwood High School Community Room. Come together for an evening of music, songs, and youth cultural displays as we admire the full moon. Enjoy a tea party with a variety of hot and cold teas, and please bring your favorite desserts and tea to share with the Beachwood community. Please use this form to RSVP by September 8.

Volunteers are needed! If you're willing to help with set-up, serving, or clean-up, please let us know when you RSVP.

Beachwood Schools Foundation Tailgate and FUNdraiser

September 20 | 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

The Beachwood Schools Foundation invites you to attend its second annual tailgate. This family-friendly event takes place before the Beachwood vs. Fairview varsity football game. We will have food, fun and a virtual raffle to raise funds for our "Above and Beyond" educational programming. Buy your tickets TODAY and preview raffle items – from lunch with a principal and restaurant gift cards to museum memberships and more. The virtual raffle begins on Monday, September 2, and goes through the evening of the tailgate. Thank you to our Touchdown Sponsors — Geoffrey Hoffman, Howard Hanna Real Estate, Hammond Construction, Inc. and Porsche Beachwood — for supporting this event! Visit go.rallyup.com/bsftailgate2024 for more information.

Resources for Families

Lunch Menus

Stopfinder

Tickets