Congratulations to all of our fall All-conference athletes! We are so proud of your accomplishments. #hillcresthawkpride

🌟 STUDENTS OF THE WEEK! 🌟 Help us celebrate this week’s outstanding students! Nehemiah Johnson has been working at a top level and has made HUGE improvements in math this semester! His hard work and dedication are paying off, and we’re so proud of his progress! Jacob Upshaw has worked incredibly hard to improve his attendance and has achieved an impressive 98% attendance rate! His commitment and effort deserve to be celebrated!

Freshmen Class along with their sponsor Mrs. Kirk had their annual pumpkin decorating contest! #hillcresthawkpride

The Yearbook Club, Newspaper Club, and Muse Magazine attended an exciting conference featuring alumnus and guest speaker Corey McPherrin! He shared valuable insights into his career in publications and offered inspiration to our aspiring student journalists. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience with us! #hillcresthawkpride

Yesterday, Mrs. Kelsey and the Hillcrest Ecology Club added 23 more trees to the Hillcrest Arboretum! With help from the Morton Arboretum, Jim King, and Mrs. McManus, students got hands-on experience planting trees and learned how to care for them. Trees are important because they absorb carbon dioxide, provide habitat for wildlife, improve air quality, and help keep our communities healthy. Today’s field trip helped students see how their work can make a lasting difference on our campus and for the environment. #hillcresthawkpride

Senior Class took their annual trip to HellsGate Haunted House and had the best tome. Almost 50 seniors attended, and wonderful memories were made as they made their way first through the haunted forest, then through the haunted house! Senior Class Sponsor Ms. Kaczmarek said the students went from screaming to laughing to screaming again as they made their way through every twist and turn. Fun memories were made for sure! Make sure you attend Senior meetings so you can find out what our next adventure is! #hillcresthawkpride

Last night, members of the Muse and Art Society, along with Ms. Alexander and Ms. A, were recognized at the Board Meeting for their contributions and impact! A heartfelt thank-you to the alumni who returned to celebrate this special moment with us. Your presence made the evening even more meaningful! Ms. A and Ms. Alexander, thank you for inspiring, encouraging, and making a lasting impact on our students. The seeds you’ve planted through your dedication, creativity, and support continue to grow long after students leave our classrooms. Your influence reaches far beyond art—it lives on in the lives you’ve touched! #hillcresthawkpride

Students of the week! 👏 Tyler Moore is recognized for being polite, kind, and always willing to go the extra mile to help fellow students. His thoughtfulness and willingness to support others make a positive difference in our school community! ☀️ Lynnia Moses is a positive light who brightens the day of those around her! She is a wonderful student who consistently goes above and beyond, setting a great example for others. 💙 We are so proud to recognize Tyler and Lynnia for their kindness, positivity, and dedication to making a difference. Keep shining and being amazing! 🌟 #hillcresthawkpride

Ms. Sink's and Mrs. Horrie's Culinary Club has officially kicked off! Students made some tasty Halloween treats! 🎃#hillcresthawkpride

Soaring Seniors got to celebrate with a pizza lunch for maintaining excellent grades, attendance, and behavior. Keep up the good work Seniors! #hillcresthawkpride

👏 Aubrey Bohanon is a natural leader and an incredibly motivated senior who continues to shine! 📚 De’Angelo Grandison is crushing it in the classroom, supporting his peers, and spreading kindness along the way! We’re proud to celebrate these outstanding students and the positive impact they make every day! Keep up the amazing work! 💙🙌 #hillcresthawkpride

2nd place for the Hillcrest Bass Fishing team! What a beautiful day at Lake Calumet! Way to go Hawks! #hillcresthawkpride

✨ Intramurals Painting Night was a success! ✨ Students enjoyed a fun night of creativity, laughter, and good times with friends. From colorful masterpieces to plenty of laughs, it was a great way to relax, get creative, and make some memories! #hillcresthawkpride

What a great turn out at Science club! Students dissected cow eyes. #hillcresthawkpride

🌟 Leadership took it to another level at Sky Zone! 🌟 Mrs. Youngberg and her FCCLA students represented Hillcrest at our annual District 228 Leadership Conference, joining students from across the district for a day filled with learning, connection, and fun! Students developed valuable leadership skills, participated in engaging activities, made new friends, and created memories along the way. We’re proud of our Hillcrest students for stepping up, getting involved, and showing what leadership looks like! 💙✨ #Hillcresthawkpride

🌟 Students of the Week! 🌟 We are excited to celebrate Kyron Brown and Jayla Lang as our Students of the Week! Kyron Brown goes out of his way to help a teacher at the start and end of every day. His kindness, thoughtfulness, and willingness to help are so appreciated! Jayla Lang is an outstanding student who brings a positive attitude and a strong work ethic to school every day. Her dedication and positive spirit make a difference!

Our students had a great time at Manufacturing Day! They learned about the manufacturing processes and job opportunities involved in concrete production at Ozinga and tubing distribution at National Tube Supply! #hillcresthawkpride

🌟 Students of the Week! 🌟 This week, we’re celebrating Santiago Rincon Ramales and Aaliyah Wilcher! 🎉 Santiago Rincon Ramales takes his studies very seriously and consistently goes above and beyond what’s expected of him. His dedication, focus, and commitment to excellence make him a standout student. Keep up the amazing work, Santiago! Aaliyah Wilcher is completely locked in on reaching her goals and brings such a positive energy wherever she goes. Her determination, attitude, and drive are going to take her very far! Keep shining, Aaliyah! L Congratulations to both of our Students of the Week! #hillcresthawkpride

🌟 Students of the Week! 🌟 We are proud to celebrate Alfonzo Blount and Jakirri’a Shabazz for demonstrating outstanding character, leadership, and kindness! 💙 👏 Alfonzo Blount volunteered to help a classmate who was struggling and did an impressive job! His willingness to step up, support a peer, and make a difference is a wonderful example of kindness and teamwork. 🌟 Jakirri’a Shabazz is a true leader! She goes above and beyond to make new students feel welcomed and works to ensure that all students feel included and valued. Her leadership and caring spirit help make our school community a better place. Congratulations! #hilcresthawkpride

🌟 Students of the Week! 🌟 We are proud to recognize Chloe Pennington and Zhaniya Lockridge as our Students of the Week! 💙 Chloe Pennington has already proven herself to be a strong leader, an inspiring role model, and a true advocate for school spirit. Her leadership and positive influence make a difference in our school community! 💙 Zhaniya Lockridge consistently shows respect and kindness to both students and staff. She has a special way of making others feel valued, welcomed, and appreciated. #hillcresthawkpride