Hillcrest Public School

Tonight's the night! Don't forget your lawn chairs and blankets to get comfy!

The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Gary Girardi as our new Director of Education, effective May 1, 2025! A dedicated educator with over 25 years of service, Gary has been a lifelong champion of student achievement, equity, and community collaboration. Having held various roles across the Board, including Superintendent of Education, his experience and commitment to creating inclusive, safe learning environments make him the perfect leader to guide the future of education in our region. As Gary steps into this new role, he remains deeply committed to fostering a community where every student, staff member, and family feels valued and supported. With a passion for education and a belief in the power of public schools, he is excited to continue the Board's efforts in creating a thriving, innovative environment for all. 🔗 Read more about Gary’s appointment and his vision for LKDSB in our official newsroom: https://www.lkdsb.net/article/7909

Buses in all Zones are CANCELLED today due to conditions. [Thursday, February 13th 2025.]

📱✨ It’s everything LKDSB... in your pocket! Download the MyLKDSB app today and stay connected to all the latest updates, news, and events from your school and the Board. Never miss a thing—get the info you need, right at your fingertips! 🙌 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SYqOGToE_-I

📱✨ It’s everything LKDSB... in your pocket! Download the MyLKDSB app today and stay connected to all the latest updates, news, and events from your school and the Board. Never miss a thing—get the info you need, right at your fingertips! 🙌 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SYqOGToE_-I

In anticipation of worsening road conditions, the boys basketball practice tonight has been cancelled.

Rock your Valentine's style and show us some love!

🎉 March Break Fun Starts Here! 🎉 Looking for a way to make your March Break extra special? Join us for the March Break Connections Camps hosted by the LKDSB ABA team! 🌟 📅 Dates: March 11th, 12th & 13th 📍 Locations: Great Lakes Secondary School in Sarnia & Chatham Kent Secondary School in Chatham ✨ Who can join? Grades 7-10: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (come for 1, 2, or all 3 days!) Grades 3-6: Morning (9:00 AM – 11:00 AM) or Afternoon (12:00 PM – 2:00 PM) 🔍 What’s in store? Fun learning activities designed to help you make new friends 🤝 Opportunities to connect with peers and engage in exciting leisure activities 🎲 A safe and inclusive environment where all abilities are welcome 🙌 And the best part? It’s FREE! 🎉 Our team of amazing LKDSB educators and Social Work members will be there every step of the way to make sure everyone has a blast! 🤗 Ready to join the fun? Register today! https://www.lkdsb.net/page/march-break-connections-camp

Today, our primary students had a fantastic time celebrating the 100th day of school! They engaged in various activities centred around the number 100. In Mme Nesbitt's class, students even dressed up as if they were 100 years old. It was a day full of fun and learning!

🌟 Rise & Shine, LKDSB Families! 🌟 Did you know that the secret to staying ahead of all the important news, updates, and events from your school and the board is right at your fingertips? 📱✨ It’s time to make your Monday mornings a little less stressful and a lot more organized. Download the MyLKDSB app and be in the know! 📲💡 👉 Receive real-time updates 🏫 👉 Get notifications for school events, news, and emergency alerts 🚨 👉 Stay connected with everything happening at your school 🎒 🔽 Download the app NOW and start your week on the right note! 🔽

Hope you can join us at this Student Parliament-sponsored event!

🌟 Celebrating Black History Month at LKDSB 🌟 Every February, we reflect on the incredible achievements and contributions of Black Canadians. But at LKDSB, we believe in celebrating Black history year-round. Our educators bring Black history, voices, and perspectives into classrooms every day, fostering understanding and respect for the cultural contributions that have shaped our world. This February, join us as we shine a spotlight on events, lessons, and activities across our Board to honour the lasting legacy of Black Canadians. It’s an opportunity for students, families, and communities to learn, celebrate, and be inspired by the remarkable individuals who’ve shaped our past—and continue to shape our future. We invite you to explore the rich history of Black Canadians, including the powerful stories from our own local communities. Together, let’s build a more inclusive, compassionate, and prosperous Canada, today and every day!✊🏿✊🏾✊🏽

Bonjour! Did you know that LKDSB offers French Immersion programming at 11 of our schools across Chatham-Kent and Sarnia Lambton? ✨ This program is designed for students from primarily English-speaking backgrounds, offering them the chance to become fluent in French , a beautiful and rewarding language! 🗣️ No prior French knowledge is required – just a love for learning and adventure! Whether you're in Chatham-Kent or Sarnia Lambton, there’s a French Immersion program waiting for you! 📚 👉 For more info and to find the LKDSB French Immersion school nearest you, please visit: https://www.lkdsb.net/o/lkd/page/french-immersion

We are offering a Virtual Learning Option for both elementary and secondary students (Grades 4-12) in the 2025-2026 school year! 🎓 ✅ Current virtual learners will be automatically pre-registered for the following year. ✅ No action needed if your child stays in their current learning format. ✅ Want to switch? Make sure to notify your child’s school by February 28, 2025. 🔗 For more details, please visit: https://www.lkdsb.net/article/7476

REMINDER: Friday January 31 is a PA Day across LKDSB! It's also Kindergarten Registration Open House Day at ALL of our Elementary Schools. For more information, please visit www.LKDSB.net/Kindergarten

There are clubs and activities to suit everyone's interests at Hillcrest and with the cold weather we've had this week our Dungeons and Dragons fans were happy to have a fun indoor activity to turn to.

We would like to thank Branch 216 Legion - Petrolia for their generous support of our student nutrition program. This will be put to good use!

For this month's Colour House activity, Hillcrest will get into the spirit of Carnaval. We won't be playing in the snow like they would in Quebec, but we do have a fun activity planned for indoors. Don't forget to wear your colours!

Students in Grades 3-8 bundled up into the cold temperatures last week to explore the science of frozen bubbles. Mme Olah and her students concocted a homemade bubble solution that is thicker than typical bubble solution. Bubbles have 3 layers, an inner and outer soap layer, with a water layer in the middle. Due to the thicker bubble solution, the water layer has time to freeze before the soap layers. Each bubble created its own unique crystal patterns, and the students were in amazement of being able to witness this changing state of matter. The students were able to observe how different variables (temperature, wind, surface) impacted the results. If you are interested in creating your own bubble solution at home, here is the recipe! Ingredients: 1 cup warm water 2.5 tablespoons corn syrup 2 tablespoons sugar 2.5 tablespoons dish soap container for mixing straws/bubble wands Step 1: Pour 1 cup of nearly boiled water into a container. Step 2: Stir in 2.5 tbsp corn syrup until mixed Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp sugar until well mixed. Step 4: Slowly stir in 2.5 tbsp dish soap until just mixed. Do not overstir to create extra bubbles. Step 5: Let the mixture chill outside for 30 minutes or in the fridge for a couple hours. A COLD mixture creates better results. Step 6: Use straws or bubble wands and have fun!

Today, we had the honour of hosting the incredible Bressette family as guest dancers at our school! They shared their knowledge, passion, and culture through their traditional regalia and dances, including the Grass Dance and Jingle Dance. It was amazing to learn about the significance of each dance and the stories woven into the vibrant regalia. Students especially enjoyed being invited to join in the intertribal dances! Thank you, Bressette family, for sharing a part of your culture with us. Chi-miigwech.