Hillcrest E-TECH Newsletter

We are off to a good start in the E-TECH program! College classes are running smoothly. We currently offer 14 Dual Credit college courses on campus to our 9th and 10th graders. We currently have 102 - 11th graders and 82 -12th graders who attend the Richland campus for their courses. In addition, many of our students are actively participating in extra-curricular activities. If your child is not engaged in an activity, we strongly encourage them to find something that intrigues them, as we know that being involved contributes to student growth and success!

October 10th was the last day of Quarter 1, our Cycle 1. Please ensure that you check PowerSchool to see your student’s progress. Your child should be able to log into the Dallas College learning platform and show you their progress in their college classes. E-TECH staff conduct a weekly grade check for all dual credit courses to follow up with student progress. Help your child monitor their own progress by logging in to both Dallas College and PowerSchool. We should be aiming for A-B Honor Roll. Let’s get it!

E-TECH senior, Ashley, is making us so proud during her senior year.

In an AC Circuits class, she led a focused session on college applications. She guided students through important topics such as the FAFSA, personal essays, and letters of recommendation, and created a Google Form to track their progress and timelines. She did a fantastic job engaging the students, and she has been asked to return in November to continue supporting their application process!

In addition, Ashley received acceptance into the Women of Distinction Program Fly-In Program at Smith College. This is an all-expense paid opportunity for students to see Smith College and determine if it's the right choice for them.

Way to go, Ashley!

E-TECH Class of 2021 graduate, Iffah Karim is living her best life! She graduated university in 2023 with a B.S In Finance, has worked as a full time accountant for a homeowners association company for a year, and is now starting a position as a property accountant at WellTower. We love to see our alumni succeeding beyond E-TECH!

Franklin Middle School students learning about E-TECH during their recent tour of Hillcrest

Everlast featured E-TECH brothers, Victor and Eli on their social media! We are so proud of them!

HAKing Innovation interns were invited to attend the HAK Gala & Awards Dinner at Cedar in August to celebrate the interns' hard work, leadership, creativity, and growth! Way to go, Dezmen and Anderson!

If your student needs extra help in a subject, they can meet with E-TECH teachers for tutoring, according to the following schedule:

All students who miss 5 or more periods of a class must complete Attendance for Credit Restoration hours in order to receive credit for the class, regardless of their grade. Here's information on when students can make up hours:

Remind is the app we use in E-TECH to communicate important information to students and families. It is very important for ALL of our students to join, and we strongly encourage parents to join as well.

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)