HILLCREST FAMILY HUSKY HAPPENINGS
2/17/26
Mrs. Saad--Principal
Phone (313) 278-0425
Website Hillcrest Elementary School | Home (csdmi.org)
Mrs. Chehab--Administrative Assistant
Email-- nchehab@csdmi.org
Join us on Social Media:
Instagram-- Hanginwiththehuskies
HUSKY GEAR, IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BUY A SCHOOL SHIRT CLICK THE LINK BELOW! THER ARE A VAIRETY OF OPTIONS:
As the holy month of Ramadan begins, we extend warm wishes to all who are observing. May this sacred time bring peace, reflection, compassion, and renewed strength to you and your families.
DENTIST COMING TO HILLCREST!
Dental Visit Date: Please confirm 04/16/2026, 04/17/2026
Website for Parents to Enroll: https://www.myschooldentist.com/HECWMI_schsrm
100TH DAY CELEBRATIONS HAPPENED LAST WEEK!
Thank You: Sometimes it only takes one act of kindness and caring to change a person’s life.— Our Kids Heart Challenge program has officially completed, and your kindness and caring has certainly changed lives. THANK YOU for all your hard work to support the American Heart Association. YOU have made a big difference in the lives of so many people affected by heart disease. We couldn’t do it without you!
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION UPDATES--
KHC is underway, and our school is excited about feeling good while doing good! Hillcrest Elementary School is helping kids with special hearts through Kids Heart Challenge. We want as many families as possible to learn about heart health and the lifesaving skill of Hands-Only CPR.
You can help by completing Finn’s Mission. When your student completes all the steps, they’ll earn a Lifesavers Cape and earn a chance to win two tickets to Super Bowl LXI in 2027!
Sign up today athttp://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=12398&pg=company&company_id=546124or by using the AHA Schools app.
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
Our school is participating in the Kids Heart Challenge, and it’s time for you to sign up your student to become part of the Lifesavers League. Download the AHA Schools app for iPhone or Android, search for our school and sign up to receive your wristband! Then, start helping kids with special heart by making or receiving your first donation, and you’ll start earning thank-you gifts. You’re on your way to completing Finn’s Mission! Get started today!
🌍🎨 Earth Day Poster Contest
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy invites students in kindergarten through 5th grade to enter the annual Michigan Earth Day Poster Contest! Prizes are awarded for 1st and 2nd place winners in each grade. Use the online submission form to submit posters by March 16, 2026.
🚗 Reminder About Pick-Up Safety & Parking Rules
Dear Parents,
I hope everyone is doing well! 💛 We had a bit of a challenging pick-up lately at Hillcrest, so I’d like to remind everyone of a few important guidelines to help keep things safe and smooth for all families:
🚫 Please do not park or drive on the opposite side of Vernon during pick-up.
♿ Handicap spaces are reserved for vehicles with valid handicap permits only.
🏠 Please avoid blocking driveways or parking in front of homes on Vernon.
Your cooperation helps keep our community safe and respectful 🙏. Thank you so much for your understanding and support!
🧥🌬️ Weather-Ready at School
COLD WEATHER GEAR
It is important that your child is prepared with recess gear to match the weather as we go outside for recess twice a day as temperatures permit.
Closed shoes or boots are required to play on the grass or playground.
Labeling your child’s gear with first and last names can help us return any lost items.
Students will go outside for recess when the temperature is 20 degrees or above, including windchill. Please be sure your child is dressed appropriately for outdoor play.
🙌 Respect Starts With Us
Speech Services Update
We want to reassure families that if your child currently receives speech services at our school, those services will continue without interruption. While there is a staff change happening within our team, student support remains a priority, and services will be maintained through the district. Please note that details about staff transitions are confidential, and we appreciate your understanding.
📚⏰ Attendance Matters!
Being on time = More learning, less catching up!
Let's keep the day running smoothly and start on schedule. 🚀📝
#BeOnTime #ReadyToLearn 🎒✨
🤒 Health & Wellness Reminder
If your child has a fever, please keep them home. Students must be fever-free for 24 hours before returning to school. If your child vomits, they must remain home for 24 hours.
Keeping children home when they are sick helps prevent the spread of illness to others. Thank you for helping us keep everyone healthy!
🍽️ School Lunch Option for Students Who Bring Lunch from Home
Hillcrest Family,
If your child brings lunch from home but would also like a school lunch, they are welcome to get a tray!
They simply need to choose “school lunch” during the classroom lunch count and then get in the lunch line at school.
Thank you!
EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY CHIP SALE!
REVIEWING SCHOOL EXPECTATIONS:
Every class will be visited by Mrs. Saad to kick off January 2026 on a positive note and review school expectations. Please review the following expectations with your child.