Our 2nd graders were able to go to the Alma College Science Blowout and learn about chemistry, health science, leaves, and bats!! We are so lucky to have great partnerships with Alma College to provide these opportunities for our students!
Temperatures will be a lot colder and near freezing in the morning tomorrow. Please make sure students are coming prepared with coats, hats, and gloves.
These guys know how to make the best out of indoor recess!!
We are so lucky to have CMU STEM back this week working with our 2nd graders. Check out these fun experiences!
We hope everyone has a safe drive in this morning.
A few reminders for our Late Start Days for Hillcrest.
-Busses will arrive at stops like a normal Late Start Day.
-Supervision will begin at 11:08 am
-First bell will ring at 11:33 am and school begins at 11:38 am.
-Students can bring lunch, but sack lunches will be provided in the classroom when they arrive.
Alma Public Schools will have a fog delay today, Monday, November 18, 2024.
Start Times
LUCE RD: 11:33 AM
HILLCREST: 11:38 AM
PINE AVENUE: 11:43 AM
DLPMS: 12:00 NOON
HIGH SCHOOL: 11:50 AM
APS Childcare will open at 7:00 am for those registered to attend.
November is Homeless Awareness Month and Hillcrest is excited to be partnering with United Way of Gratiot & Isabella Counties to raise money for The Hope House through a coin war challenge called “Coins for a Cause”! Start saving and collecting your coins to send with your student! The classroom that raises the most amount of money will win a PIZZA PARTY! 🍕
We had a great learning week at Camp Hillcrest! Have a great weekend and enjoy hunting! Be safe!
Camp Hillcrest Happenings-Nov 15th
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We have an AMAZING staff at Camp Hillcrest! We are so fortunate for every one of them. We would love for you to fill out a Staff Shout Out recognizing our staff for all the great things they do for our students! You can choose to leave your name or make it anonymous.
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Our students in 3rd grade have been reading about rocks and layers of soil. What better way to learn about it than by building dirt pudding cups!
Our ROARS shirts are in! All of the Students of the Month have been given their shirts! We are so proud of them!
2nd Grade classes have had Junior Achievement lessons focusing on understanding concepts about money. We are lucky to have so much community support in our district!
Just a reminder that APS has a Late Start Day on Wednesday, November 13. Hillcrest will begin at 11:38 am. Supervision begins at 11:08 and students enter the building at 11:33 am.
Students will be able to eat lunch in their classrooms.
Congrats to our 2nd grade Campers of the Month
Video-https://youtu.be/7VfapVDE4YU
Second Grade
Kindel-Knox Leonard
Knox has certainly earned camper of the month for October. He is consistently following his ROARS in every aspect of his day. Knox is polite, caring, respectful and helpful. I can always count on Knox for a thoughtful response and to try his hardest on any assignment. I am so thankful to have such a positive student in our classroom. Keep up the great work!
Peitsch-Daphne Zender
Daphne is an extremely hard worker. She has earned camper of the month for October! I know that anytime directions are given, Daphne is going to complete them while going above and beyond. She follows her ROARS and is a great role model to others in class. Keep up the great work!!
Pineiro-Grace Johnson
Grace is our camper of the month! She is a great example of following her ROARS. She is so caring and has such a big heart. Her hardwork and positive attitude are a great addition to our classroom. I am so proud of her. Congratulations Grace!
Pineiro-Azlan Knopf
Azlan demonstrates responsibility by knowing the routines and following them every day. She encourages others to follow her example in knowing and showing her ROARS. We are so glad to have Azlan here at Camp Hillcrest!
Rogers-Ayden Brecht
Ayden is our October camper of the month! He always has great contributions and thoughts to our discussions in class. He follows his ROARS and is a great role model to his classmates. I can always count on Ayden to follow directions the 1st time that they are given! He always has a positive attitude and a smile on his face. I am so glad that he is in our class! Keep up the great work Ayden!
Trefil-Ben Seddon
Ben has been a great member of our classroom! He follows his ROARS and works hard every day. Ben likes to think outside the box and challenges others to think more deeply as well. We are going to miss having Ben in our classroom, but we wish him the best of luck on his new adventure and we know he will do great things!
Wolfe-Marlee Fink
Marlee is a hard worker and a leader inside the classroom. I can always count on Marlee to lend a helping hand, lead classroom discussions, and follow his ROARS! Keep up the fantastic work, Marlee!
Wolfe-Otto Dow
Otto demonstrates responsibility by coming to class ready to work and have fun. He loves to share his knowledge on things and will try his hardest on anything that is asked of him. He is a good role model for other students.
Congrats to our 1st Grade Campers of the Month
Video-https://youtu.be/Utb47AGktUE
First Grade
Benjamin-Blake Townsend
Blake is our camper of the month because he always follows his ROARS. He is a great listener, kind, and respectful. He always comes to camp with a smile on his face and ready to learn. I know I can count on Blake to help others and be a great example for others to follow. Thank you Blake for working so hard! I am so proud of you and glad you are part of my class!
Elsea-Brenleigh Priest
Brenleigh is our camper of the month. She works hard on all assignments, is a great listener, and always has a beautiful smile on her face. I appreciate that I can always count on Brenleigh to participate and help others. Thank you Brenleigh for following your ROARS and being a wonderful camp leader!
Gage-Kadyn Washington
Kadyn comes to school every day ready to learn and have fun. He is a positive role model to those around him and is always following his ROARs. He does his best to be his best every day. Thank you Kadyn. Keep up the great work!
Guild-Hubbard-Celeste Every
Celeste always displays a positive attitude, consistent effort in class, willingness to help others, strong work ethic, following classroom rules, and enthusiasm for learning! We absolutely love the positive energy she brings with her every day. Great job Celeste, and keep following your ROARS!!
Langworthy-Braelyn Tice
Braelyn is a kind & respectful student. She is always following her ROARS! She always has a smile on her face & a hard word ethic. I can always count on her for help and setting an example for others. Great job, Braelyn. Continue to be a leader in our class family!
Lyon-Jaiden Aguinada
Jaiden has really stepped up at our campsite! You can find him following his ROARS during any part of our day. Jaiden is involved with our daily discussions and is always willing to help others. He is a hard worker, includes others, and will stand up for what is right. I am so proud to see his progress and we are thrilled to have this happy camper! Continue to work hard my friend!
PE-Caroline Krieg(Guild-Hubbard)
Caroline is always super respectful of other students in class. She does a great job of controlling her body and emotions. She is always ready to give her best effort! Caroline does a great job of controlling what she can control!
SEL-Griffyn Girard (Benjamin)
Griffyn is the Student of the Month for SEL! Griffyn is always excited to come to SEL and participates in group discussions throughout our class time. Griffyn loves to share ideas and thoughts with his classmates. Griffyn is focused, ready to learn, and a great listener! He demonstrates his ROARS each and every day! Great job, Griffyn!
Congrats to our 3rd Grade Campers of the Month
Video-https://youtu.be/wLFh0jjE2JI
Third Grade
Federspiel-Landon Gibson
Landon is our October Camper of the Month! He is a great student to have in class! He works very hard and tries his best in everything he does. He is very respectful and responsible and sets a great example for our ROARS. Great work this month, Landon! Congratulations!
DeJong-Khylee Moore
Khylee is our camper of the month! Khylee leads by example every day in the classroom and consistently tries her best! She always follows her ROARS and is an enthusiastic participant in class. She is quick to lend a helping hand or offer a smile to someone in need. Way to go Khylee! Keep up the amazing work!
Greiner-Lyra Hall
Lyra is our camper for the month of October. Lyra has been doing a fantastic job this year in 3rd grade! She constantly shows her ROARS around the building, outside, and with everyone she interacts with here at Camp Hillcrest. I am so proud of all of the hard work Lyra puts in when it comes to her studies. Lyra consistently checks over her work thoroughly to make sure she is putting in her best effort. I appreciate her hard work and enthusiasm for learning, along with following her ROARS on a daily basis. Congratulations Lyra on being our Camper of the Month for October, and keep up the great work!
Greiner-Deaire DepriestAnnouncing Our Math Whiz of the Month! Deaire is practicing acting responsibly in math. We're thrilled to recognize Deaire as this month's Student of the Month for his exceptional dedication and achievements in math!
Deaire consistently goes above and beyond, demonstrating a true passion for numbers and problem-solving. His hard work and perseverance are an inspiration
Greiner-Michael Adkins
Michael works hard on his assignments. He is always willing to go with the flow and give anything a try. He is a good listener, kind friend and gives great hugs to anyone that needs one.
Brnabic-Nash McGill
Nash is our camper of the month! Nash always follows his ROARS. He shows a passion and enthusiasm for learning and is an excellent role model in class. Nash always turns in his best work and is helpful to others in class. Congratulations!
Wickes-Chloe Conner
It is a pleasure to announce Chloe as our October Student of the Month! Chloe contributes so positively to our discussions and extends the thinking of her classmates by sharing her thoughts. We can also always count on Chloe to follow her ROARS and lead by example. As a student, Chloe is thorough when completing her work and isn't afraid to step outside the box in her thinking! Keep up the great work, Chloe! The sky is the limit!
Lambert-Maycee Dancer
Maycee Dancer is our camper of the month for October. She showcases her ROARS every day. She is such a great helping hand to me as well as her classmates. She always participates in our group discussions and gives her best effort to all her work. Keep up the great job Maycee!
Art-Maycee Dancer(Lambert)
I am happy to announce that Maycee is our Artist of the month. Maycee is always demonstrating our ROARS in the art room and is always willing to lend a helping hand to those around her. Maycee is an excellent listener and always has a positive attitude and a willingness to always aim for her best. Keep being amazing Maycee!
The first trimester of the school year is in the books! One down, two to go! Our students have made progress so far and we are so excited to see where they go from here!
Camp Hillcrest Happenings-November 8
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Book Fair Family Night tonight at Hillcrest until 7pm! Love seeing families buying books together!!
We have a new curriculum for the K-5 SEL Encore class taught by Mrs. Hancock called Character Strong. We are very excited for this curriculum and the lessons that our students will be learning! Make sure to ask them about it!
Reminder about our Early Release Day on Friday. Hillcrest students will be dismissed at 11:38 am.