✨ 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

🌟 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