École Hillgrove
Friday, October 27th
A Note from Mrs. Bruinsma
It has been a wonderful October here at Hillgrove. The weeks are moving quickly and our days are full of engaging activities. Just yesterday we enjoyed the energy and excitement of our students as we welcomed the Grade 4s from Wild Rose for an afternoon Sock Hop with our Grade 5 and 6 students followed by an evening Fall Dance with the Jr. High students.
As we move forward and begin to prepare for a change in season, daylight savings time and a new month, we look forward to an enjoyable November and our continued work in supporting students.
Hillgrove Happenings
Sliding into November
Sr. Girls Volleyball Howlers Tournament Champions
Rm. 325 Artwork
Month of November
Wednesday, November 1st
- Grade 9 Take Your Kid to Work Day
- Early Dismissal 12:00pm
Thursday, November 2nd
- Gr. 9 French Immersion Quebec Trip Fundraising Meeting 7:00pm
Friday, November 3rd - Saturday, Nov 4th
- Jr. Volleyball SAPEC Tournament
Monday, November 6th
- Gr. 7 Muttart Conservatory Field Trip
Tuesday, November 7th
- Gr. 7 Muttart Conservatory Field Trip
- Parent/Teacher Interviews 5:00-8:00pm
Wednesday, November 8th
- Remembrance Day Assembly 10:30am
- Parent/Teacher Interviews 4:30-7:30pm
Thursday, November 9th
- No School, Staff PD Day
Friday, November 10th
- No School, In-Lieu of Parent/Teacher Interviews
Monday, November 13th
- No School, In-Lieu of Remembrance Day
Wednesday, November 15th
- Grade 7 Outdoor Ed. trip to Elk Island Park
Thursday, November 16th
- Grade 6 Immunizations
Tuesday, November 21st
- Parent Council & Fundraising Society Meetings 7:00pm
Thursday, November 23rd
- Grades 7,8,9 Drama Elf: The Musical 11:30am
Good Luck to our Volleyball Teams
❄️Winter is Coming❄️
Just a friendly reminder to please send students to school with weather appropriate clothing as they need to be prepared to go outside for recess/lunch and their physical education classes. As the temperature changes from morning to afternoon we are asking students to always come prepared with their winter clothing, regardless of the weather forecast.
Parent/Teacher Interviews
Hillgrove's in-person Parent Teacher Interviews will be taking place on Tuesday, November 7th from 5:00-8:00pm and Wednesday, November 8th from 4:30-7:30pm. To schedule your interviews please visit the school appointments website here.
Remembrance Day Information
- The volunteers from the Royal Canadian Legion will be providing poppies to our students for the Remembrance Day Assembly. Poppy donations will be accepted up until November 8th. Thank you in advance for your donations!
- Calling all Cadets, Scouts, and Guides- if you would like to be a part of our procession during this year's Remembrance Day Assembly, please come see Mrs. Wiens in the office.
- Hillgrove family members, if you are a member of the military and are willing to participate in our Remembrance Day Assembly, please reach out to Mrs. Wiens either by calling the school or via email at meghan.wiens@spschools.org. Many thanks in advance.
Grade 9 Take Our Kids to Work Day
A gentle reminder that students can still hand in their Take Our Kids to Work Day forms on Monday, October 29th and Tuesday, October 30th. Take Our Kids to Work Day is on Wednesday, November 1st, for all grade nine students. If students are not able to find an opportunity to shadow a parent/guardian, friend, or neighbor- students are expected to come to school.
Please contact Jacqueline Brown at 780-459-4456 if you have any questions.
Homework Club
Homework Club will be available Tuesdays from 3pm - 4pm in the Hill Library for all students in grades 5-9. During this time students can access teacher support for their course work or utilize a quiet space to get caught up on their homework. Please reach out to Mme. Girard, megan.girard@spschools.org for any specific queries regarding Homework Club.
St. Albert Public Schools Holiday Card Contest
The St. Albert Public Board of Trustees is once again hosting their Holiday Card Contest. Students are invited to submit a festive drawing that will be entered for the contest. One submission will be chosen and reproduced on this year's cards. Submissions are due Friday, November 3rd. Please click here for more information.
Autumn Art
Hillgrove Staff Pumpkins
Parent Council & Parent Fundraising Committee
Hillgrove's Parent Council and the Fundraising Committee meet the 3rd Tuesday of the month. Parent Council will begin at 7pm, directly followed by the Fundraising Committee meeting.
The next meeting will take place on Tuesday, November 21st in the Library.
Please note that no meetings are held in December or June.
Information will be sent out to families mid-November for the Parent Fundraising Committee's upcoming Purdy's Chocolate order.
Important School Reminders
Morning Routine
School doors will open at 8:15am. Please ensure students dress appropriately for the weather if you plan to arrive early. The first bell rings at 8:22. Registration and attendance begins promptly at 8:27. Please arrive on time.
To ensure the safety of the students please do not drive through the staff parking lot to drop off and pick up students unless an arrangement as been made with the school.
Student Attendance
Regular attendance at school plays a key role in student learning, achievement and social-emotional health. Should your child be absent from school, please contact the office by:
- Phoning (780)459-4456
- Submitting an online absence report here
- Emailing hillgroveattend@spschools.org
Automated phone messages will be sent out to notify families of any unexcused absences.
If your child is late or is being picked up early, please ensure they sign in or out at the office. The office must receive notice from a parent/guardian before a student can be dismissed early during school hours.
Student Cell Phones
During instructional blocks and transitions between blocks, student cell phones are required to remain secured in their locker. Students may use their cell phone during their scheduled lunch break.
The school is not responsible for lost, broken or stolen cell phones.
Zero Tolerance of Illegal Substances
Our school has a zero tolerance policy for being in possession or using illegal substances on or off school property during school hours or school sponsored events. As all Hillgrove students are under the age of 18, these substances include:
- drugs of any kind including alcohol or marijuana
- vaping or vape supplies
- cigarettes
Inclusive School Environment
Non-Perishable Food Items for Families
We have non-perishable food items available for families that could benefit. If you are interested, please email jacqueline.brown@spschools.org or call Jacqueline at school, (780)459-4456 to connect.
Hillgrove Student Services
Referrals can be made to outside agencies where families and students need access to more intensive support.
Please get in touch by phone at (780)459-4456 or email; jacqueline.brown@spschools.org: justin.pysar@spschools.org
Class Connect
Class Connect is a homeroom-based class activity that occurs every Friday from 8:30am - 9:00am. The objective of Class Connect is to provide the homerooms with the gift of time to connect, share, and build a sense of community and belonging within our buildings. Topics that are covered during Class Connect include mental health, healthy relationships, goal setting, organization, special celebrations such as National Day for Truth and Reconciliation or celebrating Terry Fox, and whole school-wide activities. You can check out Hillgrove's Class Connect website here.
Transportation Information
Bus Location
The following buses park in front of the "Grove" building: 103, 105, 109, 118, 119 (shuttle bus), 128
The following buses park in front of the "Hill" building: 101, 104, 110, 124, 129, 130, 131
Going to both locations: 152, 153, 154
If you have questions regarding transportation you may contact the transportation department at transportation@spschools.org or (780)460-3712.
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50 Grosvenor Boulevard, St. Albert, AB, Canada, T8N 0X6
780.459.4456