Hillcrest E-TECH Newsletter

Greetings, I am Veronica Ulloa, the Assistant Principal for Hillcrest E-TECH this year. I am excited to embark with you on this journey and to support our students’ path to success!

For New E-TECH families, I’d like to share a bit about myself:

I am entering my 25th year in education and my 19th year in Dallas ISD. I began my journey as a math teacher then became an instructional coach, while coaching soccer at the high school and middle school level. In 2016 I transitioned to working with the Early College program as a Workplace Coordinator, learning so much as we implemented the P-TECH foundations and teaching practices. In 2019 I became an Assistant Principal here at Hillcrest over Science and Career and Technology Education (CTE), then more recently, working with the Math Department. Now I am celebrating my second year leading the Hillcrest E-TECH program.

My upbringing has taught me that with effort and perseverance we all can accomplish what we set our minds to. I grew up in a household where my generation was the first to attend college and wholeheartedly understand the struggles some of our students face. I am a life-long educator and believe in the unique potential of every student. I strive to give our students the opportunities, tools, and voice to explore their ability to learn, achieve, and succeed. I believe that with collective support, every child will meet their full potential. I am committed to guiding and leading our students toward a bright future!

For ALL E-TECH Families:

I want to thank you all SO much for your patience as we have navigated schedule changes over the last few weeks. I am very happy to announce that we have extended offers to two wonderful candidates for our 9th/10th and 11th/12th grade counselor positions. We are just waiting for the hiring process to be completed before introducing them to you.

In addition, welcome to the four new staff members on our hall this year:

• Ms. Quintana teaches Algebra II Honors.
• Mr. DeHorney teaches MAPS (Methods of Academic and Personal Success) and coaches Cross Country.
• Mr. Goodson teaches English II.
• Mr. Federico Garcia is our new program aide and travels with the students each day to Richland College.

For Parents:

For Students:

To celebrate the completion of the online portion of their training, instructor Oren O'Neal, from BigHope, took students to dinner at the Cowboys Club. In addition, one of our seniors received his license and is now a certified unmanned drone pilot. Congratulations, Adrian!

Select E-TECH students were accepted for an internship as mentors at Kramer Elementary School. On 8/30/24 they received their orientation.

During the first two weeks of school, students in our new E-TECH pathway, Electrical Engineering Technology, had the opportunity for some hands-on practice with Mauricio Pineda from HAKing Innovation.

E-TECH 11th graders attended orientation at Richland College on August 20th and 21st to learn about their new college campus.

Parents, please ensure your student has the proper uniform attire each of the days. We want to have 100% of students following uniform guidelines.

Please be reminded:

MONDAYS (Business Casual) - Red or black E-TECH polo, khaki or black bottoms (NO JEANS, LEGGINGS, JEGGINGS, OR JEAN-LIKE MATERIAL)

WEDNESDAYS (Professional Wear) - White button up with E-TECH vest or blazer, khaki, or black bottoms (NO JEANS, LEGGINGS, JEGGINGS, OR JEAN-LIKE MATERIAL)

FRIDAYS - E-TECH spirit t-shirt (red - 9th grade, black - 10th grade), bottoms of choice (in accordance with school appropriate wear)