🌟 Student of the Week! 🌟 Congratulations to Matt Miller and Tyrone Davison, our very first Students of the Week! They’ve started the school year off strong and continue to showcase a positive attitude each and every day. Their effort, enthusiasm, and commitment to being great role models deserve to be recognized! Keep up the great work, Matt and Tyrone!We’re proud of you! #hillcresthawkpride

🎓 Parents and guardians: Encourage your student to register for FREE college credit!

Students enrolled in eligible dual credit courses can earn both high school and college credit at no cost—but they must register during class and successfully complete the course. Registration for Semester One is open now, so remind your student not to miss this valuable opportunity!

#District228 #DualCredit #CollegeReady #StudentSuccess

🌎🍨 Gelato FRQ Day! 🍨🌎 AP Human Geography students, it’s time to put those FRQ skills to work! Students practiced how to compare, explain a limitation, and describe—all while enjoying some delicious gelato. 😋 📚 Compare. Explain. Describe. 🍨 Learn. Practice. Enjoy. A big thank-you to S&T New Lenox for sponsoring our Gelato FRQ Day! We appreciate your support of our students and their learning! 🙌 #hillcresthawkpride

Hillcrest High School’s partnership with The Morton Arboretum’s Chicago Region Trees Initiative (CRTI) and ArbNet is receiving recognition as an inspiring model for youth and community engagement in urban forestry. Under the leadership of Mrs. Theresa Kelsey, members of Hillcrest High School’s Ecology Club took the lead in developing an accredited arboretum on the school’s campus. Mrs. Kelsey guided and supported students throughout the planning, planting, and accreditation process. Students helped shape the project, including the thoughtful selection of native tree species that benefit both the school and the surrounding community. Their work created a meaningful green space while providing hands-on opportunities to learn about conservation, environmental stewardship, and the importance of a healthy urban tree canopy. Hillcrest’s story was recently featured during a Green City Rising panel at the Chicago Cultural Center. Green City Rising, an innovative urban-design concept developed by The Morton Arboretum, was selected as one of six finalists from nearly 200 submissions in World Business Chicago’s Horizon Lines: Visions for Chicago 2050 competition. During the panel, representatives from The Morton Arboretum highlighted how Mrs. Kelsey, Hillcrest’s student-led Ecology Club, CRTI, and ArbNet worked together to create the school’s arboretum. The project was praised as a successful and replicable model for engaging young people in environmental work. Audience members responded enthusiastically, with one participant specifically recognizing Hillcrest’s approach as an excellent example of youth involvement with trees and the environment. This recognition demonstrates how the leadership of Mrs. Kelsey and the efforts of Hillcrest students extend far beyond the school’s campus. The partnership, planning process, and student-led systems used to establish the arboretum are now helping inspire ideas for future community and urban forestry projects throughout the Chicago region.

Mrs. Youngberg and Ms. Sink hosted their first Student Council meeting today! Students helped plan out all of the details for Homecoming Week. The dance will be held on September 19th. Ticket sales will start on September 1st! #hillcresthawkpride

Today, our Senior Team hosted a Senior Class Meeting to officially kick off the school year! Our team planned and prepared an engaging session focused on helping students make the most of their final year of high school. From setting goals for a successful senior year to preparing for a smooth transition into their postsecondary plans, our seniors are getting ready for an exciting year ahead. We’re looking forward to supporting the Class of 2027 every step of the way!

Let's welcome Mrs. Horrie to Hillcrest! #hillcresthawkpride

Let’s get to know some of our NEW amazing staff! 💙 We’re so excited to have you as part of the Hillcrest Family—welcome, and we can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make. #hillcresthawkpride

Welcome, Incoming Freshmen!🦅 Yesterday, we welcomed all of our incoming freshmen! Students participated in a variety of activities designed to help them get comfortable, make connections, and ease into a new school and a brand-new year. We are so excited to have you here and can’t wait for an amazing year ahead! 💙 It’s good to be a **HAWK!** 🦅 #Hillcresthawkpride

💉 Our Annual Back-to-School Vaccine Clinics Are Back!

Bremen High School District 228 is proud to partner with Jewel-Osco once again to host our annual community vaccine clinics at all four high schools. Help your family get ready for a healthy and successful school year by staying up to date on recommended vaccinations.

📅 Tuesday, September 9
🏫 Bremen High School & Tinley Park High School

📅 Tuesday, September 23
🏫 Hillcrest High School & Oak Forest High School

🕘 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

✅ Open to students, families, and community members
📝 Students under 18 must have a signed parent/guardian consent form.

Hillcrest alum hosted their annual alumni game this month! The all class reunion was held in the gym at Hillcrest and brought back many memories for our Hawks!

Student of the Week! Jayshawn Evans shows up and does his very best every day. He’s a role model and we are proud of him! #hillcresthawkpride

🎓 Hawks, it’s time to come home! 🦅💙

Join us for the Hillcrest Hawks All Class Weekend happening July 17–19, 2026! Reconnect with classmates, relive your favorite memories, and celebrate the legacy that unites generations of Hawks.

Weekend events include:
⛳ Golf Outing
🏀 Alumni Basketball Game
🎉 Meet & Greet Social
🌳 All Class Alumni Picnic
🍸 After Party
🥂 Sunday Brunch

Mark your calendars and spread the word — we can’t wait to see you there!

#HillcrestHawks #AllClassWeekend #HillcrestAlumni #OnceAHawkAlwaysAHawk #ReconnectReliveRepresent

Congratulations to our Bass Fishing team on their 2nd place Regional finish! Way to go Jason Gonzales and Toni Chandler. Best of luck at the next tournament! #hillcresthawkpride

Each lunch period, Sophomore students that went above and beyond expectations enjoyed a BBQ on this beautiful Thursday! #hillcresthawkpride

Students of the week! Dashon Dean brings a positive energy to class and consistency asks thoughtful questions. John Kimbrough puts a lot of thought and effort into his grades and truly cares about his success. #hillcresthawkpride

The Hillcrest Boys Volleyball Program honored five outstanding seniors during last night’s matchup against Crete-Monee. Khadyous (KD) Gibson, Ahmeed Minter, Thomas Perez, Georgio (Jo Jo) McClown, and team manager Pamela Palacios have all been integral to the team’s success this season. Surrounded by family members, friends, teammates, and staff, they were celebrated before taking the court to face the Warriors. The evening also highlighted the impact of several Hillcrest staff members. Each senior recognized a staff member who made a lasting difference in their high school experience, presenting them with a plaque and certificate. It was a meaningful way for the seniors to show appreciation for those who supported them not only on the court, but throughout their time at Hillcrest. It was a memorable night filled with gratitude, celebration, and lasting memories for everyone involved.

Family & Friends Art Night at Hillcrest High School! This event brought together students, families, and community members for an evening of creativity, connection, and hands-on art-making. Guests of all ages participated in interactive stations including canvas painting, mini sculptures, face painting, and collaborative drawing. The goal of the event was to create an inviting and accessible space where families could engage in the arts together while celebrating the creativity happening within our school community. It was so wonderful to see students creating alongside parents, siblings, and community members! #hillcresthawkpride

Our Health Fair this year hosted by the Health Office was a huge success! We had a total of 15 vendors to come to our school and give our students the best experience possible. The students were very engaged with our vendors and truly benefited from this event. We strive in helping our students learn about their health, access valuable resources, and feel supported by our staff. Thank you to everyone who attended this event, helped in any way, and even volunteered their time! #hillcresthawkpride

From left to right with their coaches — celebrating a huge milestone for these incredible athletes! 🏀🎓 ✨ Amaya Watts — Moraine Valley College ✨ Angel Taylor — Prairie State College ✨ Treazure Coleman — Prairie State College ✨ Davia Cobb — South Suburban College ✨ Da'Jha Johnson — Kirkwood College Your hard work, dedication, and passion have paid off. Wishing you all continued success as you take your game to the next level.#hillcresthawkpride