Congratulations to all of our early graduates! Last week, we celebrated our early graduates with a luncheon and ceremony. Each student presented their future plans to their family and crowd of supporters! We are so proud of all of you! it is GOOD TO BE A HAWK! #hillcresthawkpride
Operation snowball hosted their Holiday Party! #hillcresthawkpride
Finals begin on Wednesday! Check out the schedule for the final days of semester one by visiting our website: https://www.bhsd228.com/documents/academics/442571
Special thanks to American Academy of Art for speaking to our art students. Several art students viewed the work of a professional photographer and recent graduate from the American Academy of Art. Students learned about various degrees, opportunities, and notable artwork from the school. #hilllcresthawkpride
DECA students had a great time visiting Mrs. Crawford's Pre-Kindergarten class. Students participated in Arts and Crafts with the children and provided some holiday gift giving! #hillcresthawkpride
Yesterday, Operation Snowball celebrated the Holidays together with food and fun! #hillcresthawkpride
Congratulations to our Ecology Club who was recognized at the December board meeting. Hillcrest is only the second high school in Illinois to read Arboretum status with over 100 trees, 60 of which were planted by the club since 2019! #hillcresthawkpride
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Students in Honors American History participated in a World War I simulation, each group represented a different country, strategized utilizing different foreign policies, held Ambassador meetings, & crafted press releases. Students learned about U.S. involvement in the war, the role alliances play, and the impact of foreign policies during global conflicts. #hillcresthawkpride
Our students of the week are Ravyn Bouie and Antuan Chandler. Rayvn has been diligent about completing her work with the spirit of excellence. Antuan Chandler is the most improved student in Ceramics this week! #hillcresthawkpride
Students in APHG studied the impact that K-Pop has made in the music industry worldwide and then completed a FRQ in cooperative groups! #hillcresthawkpride
Congratulations to our Illinois State Scholars! The 2024-2025 State Scholars are “the best and the brightest” of Illinois high school seniors in the Class of 2024.
Jaylin D Butler
Robert Ceballos
Ceriya Fox
Azariah Y Green
Karol G Lopez Valadez
Natalia G Perez
Jayquan Ratliff
Darren D Stevens
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Members of the Hillcrest Drama Group, Speech Team, and Art Society enjoyed a pre-Broadway performance of The Wiz at the Cadillac Palace Theatre. This was the first professional theatre experience for several students. #hillcresthawkpride
Yesterday, Civics students registered to VOTE! Way to go! #hillcresthawkpride
Freshman Leadership/FLC students participated in the Angel Card Project, sending over 50 Christmas cards to those who can use some holiday cheer!
The Angel Card Project is an internet wide charity event designed to send greeting cards to those in need. #hillcresthawkpride
On Friday, December 1st, a group of art students from all four district schools participated in the A.P. Art and Design Fall Symposium at Bremen High School. Upon arrival, students were able to display their artwork and receive written and verbal feedback from their district peers. This opportunity provided students with feedback they may choose to implement in their work through a fun, district-wide experience!
Interact Club prepared over 100 holiday cards to be delivered to local nursing homes! #hillcresthawkpride
College and Career Counselor, Brandi Mathis, along with a group of senior students took a tour of the UIC campus yesterday! #hillcresthawkpride
From all of us here in Bremen High School District 228, have a wonderful Thanksgiving! Don't forget, no classes are in session today or tomorrow. Enjoy the long weekend!
Freshmen students Kodie Walker and Messiah Pike won awards today for improving their grades from their Counselor Lindsay Lopez and Social Worker Camelia Murray. They are so proud of them! Keep up the great work! #hillcresthawkpride
