September 2025 Hillcrest Newsletter
September Newsletter
Parent Input Needed! - EMSD Strategic Plan
Parent Input Needed for "EMSD Essentials"
We need your help! As part of our district's strategic plan, we're working to define what an "EMSD Learner" looks like. We're calling this the EMSD Essentials, and your input is crucial in shaping it.
We invite all parents to a meeting to share your ideas and feedback. Please join us:
When: October 15 at 5:00 p.m.
Where: Administration Building -3451 Morton Drive -East Moline
Your perspective is essential in helping us create a vision for our students that reflects the entire community. If you plan to attend, please fill out this form so we know how many to expect: Parent RSVP
We look forward to seeing you there!
EMSD DIgital Backpack
The Digital Backpack creates a place for community events to be shared with our EMSD families. The materials are provided for informational purposes and are not endorsed by the district.
Upcoming Dates
October 3: Early Dismissal at 11:30am
October 6-13: No School, Fall Break
October 24: End of 1st Quarter
October 27: Picture Retakes
Parent Mentor Opportunity
See the information below, and if you are interested in becoming a parent mentor at Hillcrest scan the QR Code. We would love for YOU to be a part of our school family.
Breakfast and Lunch Menus
Click on the link below to see the breakfast and lunch menu.
Weather
We feel it is valuable for our students to get outside and play! As long as the temperature is not above 90 degrees, your student will go outside for recess. Our buildings are air conditioned, and each student will get the opportunity to have a drink of water when they return from playing outside.
In the winter if the "feels like temperature" is below ten, the students will stay inside.
As the weather changes, please send your child in appropriate clothes.
The Hornet Chant
A Message from our PTO
Join Our PTO –
Do you want to be more involved in your child’s school experience? Join the Hillcrest Parent Teacher Organization! Whether you have a little time or a lot, your support helps fund events, classroom resources, and fun extras that make our school family special. Everyone is welcome – no dues, no pressure, just a great way to connect and contribute.
Stop by our table at Backpack Night for more information!
We’d love to have you!
