HV Update 10-30-26

What a great week here at HV! The parade was amazing and we had the most ever decorated pumpkins in the contest this year! It's been a lot of fun.

It's sure to be a busy weekend and luckily the weather is cooperating. Don't forget to turn your clocks back and that we have a three day week next week. School will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 5th and 6th.

Parent/Teacher Conference sign-ups will begin Monday. More information is included below.

Best,

Allison

Please review the attached letter for information regarding conferences. Sign-ups open on Monday in Genesis.

Each year we have the opportunity to recognize staff who are respected, dedicated, show leadership, and contribute to the community. If you would like to nominate a staff member for the Governor’s Educator of the Year Award, either a teacher or an educational services professional, please fill out the form attached below or email a nomination to Mrs. Stager at allison.stager@pequannock.org. The more specific your nomination form is, the better chances your nominee has to earn the distinction. Please submit all nominations to Mrs. Stager by Wednesday, 11/18.

Have you thought about getting the Flu vaccine? Now's the time! Once you get the flu shot, it takes about two weeks for your body to develop protection against the flu; so it is best to get the vaccine by the end of October if you can. Flu activity begins to rise in October and usually peaks between December and February.

Protect yourself and your kids- get vaccinated!

Wondering if you should keep your child home? Follow these guidelines:

• If your child has a fever: Keep your child home until fever-free for 24 hours without the need to take fever-reducing medication (fever is defined 100.4 and above).
• If nausea/vomiting/diarrhea: Keep your child home until at least 24 hours after the last episode of vomiting or diarrhea.
• If your child has strep throat: Keep your child home until at least 12-24 hours have passed since the start of antibiotic treatment and fever-free for 24 hours without the need to take fever-reducing medication and feeling well enough to participate in normal activities.
• If your child has Pink Eye- keep home until symptom-free, which means redness and drainage are gone, OR approved for return earlier with a doctor's note.
• In general, keep your child home if he/she does not feel well enough to participate in normal activities, even if fever-free.
• When reporting an absence, please report symptoms and any official diagnoses.
• Remind your child about practicing good hand hygiene and respiratory etiquette.

Click here to find out more about the Flu Virus.

Danielle Ciccaglione, MS, BSN, RN
Certified School Nurse
Hillview Elementary School

danielle.ciccaglione@pequannock.org

973 616-6080 ext. 5004

We continue to ask for your partnership in bringing students to school each day when they are well, and scheduling vacations around school days. Please note that the state considers most absences as unexcused, even when a student has been ill and medical documentation provided. Here at Hillview, we understand that students will be absent from time to time for valid reasons. However, the only absences that can marked "excused" are the following: religious observances, Veterans Day activities, Take our Children to Work Day, and transportation related closures.

To help keep you aware of your child's totals, we notify parents of students who have been absent 5, 10, or more days thus far. At 10 or more days absent, we may request a conference or a phone call where we can help develop personalized strategies to improve your child's attendance. Please reach out if you notice any signs of school avoidance, or if you have questions about whether to keep your child home. As always, thank you for your support!

Don't miss your chance to win a ride to school on a firetruck!

Durable Wrapping paper, fragrant candles and useful household items are just some of the amazing items offered.

For every $25 the student sells (online and paper sales combined), they will be entered into a raffle to win a $50 gift card!

Sale Dates: 10/8- 10/30

Step 1: Visit meadowfarms.com and CLICK REGISTER
Step 2: Enter School ID: 1134042
Step 3: Follow on screen directions to build and share your online store!

If you have any questions, please reach out to Dina English at denglish62982@gmail.com or Jessica Zittel at jess13137@gmail.com

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

On 10/16, we're having a FREE SHIPPING DAY!!

Use Code: HILLVIEW at checkout and feel free to share it with friends & family!

The code is only valid on 10/16.

Get ready to FIST PUMP THE NIGHT AWAY!

Pre-sale is officially OPEN for Hillview’s Annual Soirée: JERSEY SHORE – Fist Pump the Night Away!

And we heard your feedback… for the FIRST TIME EVER, the Soirée will be held on a FRIDAY NIGHT!

Friday, March 12, 2027
7:00 PM
The Legacy Castle
Pre-Sale Tickets: $145 per person

Your ticket includes:

• Cocktail Hour
• Buffet Dinner
• Dessert
• 4-Hour Open Bar
• A Sheet of Regular Prize Tickets
• Amazing prizes, including Grand Prizes, VIP & 50/50
• DJ & Dancing all night long!

REGISTER DURING PRE-SALE FOR AN EXTRA CHANCE TO WIN!

Everyone who registers AND pays before pre-sale ends will automatically be entered into a special raffle, drawn the night of the Soirée.

ONE lucky winner will receive:

The price of their ticket back — $145!
1 VIP Entry
2 Grand Prize Tickets

And don't worry if you don't know everyone at your table yet! Tables can be figured out at a later date. Grab your ticket now, and we'll worry about seating later.

So round up your friends, break out the leopard print, and get ready for a night of GTL: Good Times, Toasts & Lots of Prizes!

Don’t wait to reserve your spot! Pre-sale pricing and the special raffle opportunity are only available for a limited time.

We can’t wait to see you at Jersey Shore: Fist Pump the Night Away!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf55RdbEDAtc-OWBL6TIiKJiTAzFpBd_DWcF-MN1UN0M3Q9iA/viewform

The Pequannock Profile of a Graduate outlines the skills and qualities that our community expects students to develop in order to succeed in their future endeavors, whether in higher education, the workforce, military service, or other career paths. This section highlights how these competencies and dispositions are being integrated and promoted at the elementary school level.

Reflection

Graduates reflect on experiences, learn from feedback, and continuously grow as learners and individuals.

• Encourages thoughtful expression, growth, and continuous improvement

• Is open to and accepting of feedback

• Thinks about possible outcomes before making decisions and taking action

• Is committed to growing and learning in all situations and experiences

Students reflect on experiences by thinking about what went well, what was challenging, and what they might do differently next time. For example, after completing a writing assignment, a student identifies a strength in their work and sets a goal for improvement. Students learn from feedback by listening to suggestions from teachers and peers, considering different perspectives, and using feedback to improve their work. For example, a student revises a math explanation after a teacher asks a question that encourages deeper thinking. Students are able to recognize strengths and areas for growth by identifying what they do well and understanding that there are skills they are still developing. For example, a student recognizes that reading fluency is a strength but sets a goal to improve reading comprehension. Students are able to demonstrate a growth mindset through viewing mistakes and challenges as opportunities to learn rather than reasons to give up. For example, a student tries a different strategy when the first attempt at solving a problem does not work.

Information regarding free and reduced lunch can be accessed on our website. If you need assistance completing the application, please contact the main office.

The district calendar can be accessed on our website.

Email: allison.stager@pequannock.org
Website: https://hv.pequannock.org/
Location: 209 Boulevard, Pompton Plains, NJ, USA
Phone: 973-616-6080