In the spirit of the season, Hillside students have been discovering new ideas and sharing their gifts with others. Students have spent their time discovering new topics at school. They have also used their time to give back; both to one another, and to the larger community around us.

THIS MONTH’S DISCOVERIES: 

Our upper-level science students discovered new information about photosynthesis! They tested the effects of different variables on photosynthesis, including leaf species, light color, light position, and solution depth.

Graeme used his time to discover more about JavaScript! He created a really neat program that uses JavaScript to draw, rotate, and change the size of 50 triangles.

Our 5th/6th grade combined class went on a field trip to the Museum of Flight. Students discovered information about the history of flight, space exploration, and local aviation.

Karate Club students also discovered how difficult it is to earn a Yellow Belt! They all worked very hard to pass their December rank test, and are looking forward (their Sensei hopes) to the challenges of earning an Orange Belt.

GIVING: 

Hillside students ended 2023 in the spirit of giving, with gifts both symbolic and tangible. On the last day of school in December, students and teachers participated in our annual “Gifts of Light” tradition. We spent the morning writing imaginary gifts for one another.

The House of Epona went on a field trip during the winter break to volunteer at Food Lifeline, a local organization that helps stock foodbanks across the Eastside. Epona House members worked together with other volunteers. Together, we helped repackage more than 900 lbs. of granola for foodbanks in our area!  

Upcoming: 

January 10th: Twinning Well-Dressed Wednesday

January 11th: First Day of Block II B

January 15th: Martin Luther King Jr. Day – No School

January 25th: Open House

January Birthdays: 

Elsie