Hillside Happenings

We have had another fantastic week of learning and exploration! Seeing our students take their knowledge outside the classroom walls is always a highlight of the spring season.

A massive thank you to all of our wonderful family volunteers who chaperoned and supported our field trips this week. We truly could not provide these enriching experiences for our students without your time, energy, and enthusiasm!

Highlights & Upcoming Events

• Cultural Arts Night Memories: Thank you to everyone who joined us for our spectacular Cultural Arts Night! It was beautiful to celebrate the diverse talents and backgrounds that make our community so special. If you couldn't make it, or just want to relive the magic, you can view our [Cultural Arts Night Photo Album].

• The 9th Annual Color Splash Dash! The countdown is on for our biggest event of the year! Our Leader in Me fundraiser is happening next Friday, May 29th.

  • Donations: We are incredibly grateful for your generosity so far! We are still accepting donations through [MyBooster] to help us reach our school goals.

  • Volunteer Opportunities: We need your help to make the day a success! If you'd like to dive into the fun and help out during the event, please [Sign Up to Volunteer Here].

Thank you for your continued partnership and for making our school community such a vibrant place to grow. Have a wonderful weekend!

Mrs. Maas & Mrs. Amos

Repeat Reminders:

We deeply value your feedback, as it helps us ensure we are providing the best possible experience for every student and family in our community. Thank you for partnering with us and for your continued support of our school! Please complete the survey below:

Leader in Me MRA Survey - https://www.leaderinme.com/s/hillside-elem-mi/families

With Gratitude,

Mrs. Maas & Mrs. Amos

School Hours for 2025-2026:

Student Hours: 8:30 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.

Half Day: 8:30 A.M. – 11:45 A.M.

Office Hours: 7:45 A.M. – 4:15 P.M.

Save the Dates:

May 25th - No School (Memorial Day)

May 27th & 28th - 5th Grade Music & Art Gallery Walk

May 28th - 5th Grade Bonaventure Night

May 29th - Color Splash Dash

May 29th - All books due back to the Media Center

June 1st - Phonics Fashion Show

June 3rd - Graduate Walkthroughs

June 4th - 5th Grade Promotion/Party

June 5th - Room 5 Kindergarten End of the Year Party

June 8th - Kindergarten Celebration of Learning

June 9th - 4th Grade Wax Museum

June 11th - Last Day of School

The link below takes you to all published newsletters thus far.

Archive of all Newsletters

Did you know that the 26-27 School-Year Calendar is now available? Click here to download it.

The email address: hil@fpsk12.net is not regularly monitored.

To reach someone in the office, please use the email addresses below:

Mrs. Maas - torrie.maas@fpsk12.net - Principal

Mrs. Amos - deb.amos@fpsk12.net - Assistant Principal

Ms. Pliska - emily.pliska@fpsk12.net - Secretary

Mrs. Jacobs - susan.jacobs@fpsk12.net - Office Clerk

Mrs. Thomas - kimberly.thomas@fpsk12.net - Office Clerk

Join us on Thursday, June 4th, immediately following the school’s promotion ceremony, as we celebrate our amazing 5th graders with a fun-filled Glow Out Celebration! More details can be found in the flyer here.

**WE NEED GLOW PARTY VOLUNTEERS!**

Calling all 4th and 5th grade families — help us make this a night the kids will never forget! From setting up glowing decorations to helping with games, snacks, and fun activities, every volunteer helps create an unforgettable send-off for our graduating 5th graders.

Whether you can give a little time or a lot, we’d love your help making the magic happen! Please click the link here to sign up and be part of this special celebration.

Questions? Contact Heather Landis at 248-894-3892 or H.landispool@gmail.com

This special skate night is on Thursday, May 28th, from 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm. The evening is open to all Hillside 5th Graders, and admission & skate rental are FREE!

Looking for a fun and engaging way for your child to keep learning this summer? There’s just one month left to register for our Elementary Summer Enrichment Camp!

This exciting program offers a variety of hands-on, interactive, and learning-focused sessions designed specifically for elementary school students. Your child will enjoy a summer-camp-style atmosphere while exploring new interests, building skills, and connecting with friends.

Program highlights include:

• Small class sizes

• Sessions taught by certified teachers

• Flexible scheduling options, including part-day, half-day, or full-day enrollment

Session Dates:

Session 1: June 15 – 25 (Monday–Thursday)

Session 2: June 29 – July 9 (Monday–Thursday)

Registration closes June 6. Secure your child’s place today!

Plus, don’t miss another exciting opportunity!

Farmington Public Schools is also offering Camp Invention, a fun-filled summer adventure designed to ignite your child’s imagination and boost their confidence! Campers tackle hands-on STEM challenges and bring their ideas to life. It’s a great option for students interested in science, technology, and innovation.

Learn more:
www.farmington.k12.mi.us/summer-school

Questions? Please contact Elementary Summer Supervisor Madison Darr - Madison.Darr@fpsk12.net or Camp Invention Supervisor Cheryl.Newcomer@fpsk12.net

Farmington Public Schools offers a variety of summer programs for students in kindergarten through 12th grade, including camps, enrichment programs, virtual summer school, and more. Explore summer programs: https://www.farmington.k12.mi.us/summer-school

Congratulations to all of our students who were recogized with Leadership Awards this week!!😁

We are so proud of you!! Congratulations:

Liana

Thank you Mrs. Janks,

for nominating this amazing student!!

We can't wait to see who's next!😍

Elementary students will have the option to purchase a second slice of pizza on Little Caesars Pizza Day (every other Thursday - March 12 & 26). The first slice is free, and the cost for an additional slice is $2.25.

Students must have sufficient funds preloaded in their cafeteria account. Deposits can be made online at https://farmington.familyportal.cloud/

Please reach out to Nutrition Services at 248.489.3717 if you have any questions.

Email: torrie.maas@fpsk12.net

Website: www.farmington.k12.mi.us/hil
Location: 36801 11 Mile Road, Farmington Hills, MI, USA
Phone: (248)489-3773
Facebook: Facebook.com/HillsideFPS

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hillsidefp