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Welcome to Hillcrest Video

May 20, 2022
Learn more about Hillcrest with a virtual tour.
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October 01, 2021
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Hillcrest Virtual Open House Videos

September 23, 2021
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Hillcrest Happy Hockey

June 23, 2020
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Notice of Environmental Event UPDATED 2:10pm

March 12, 2020
​UPDATE 2:10pm Good afternoon, 
The environmental clean-up efforts have been completed on the Hillcrest school grounds.   All students will be released at the usual time and in the usual manner.    Thank you for your patience and cooperation.
------------------------------------------------------- UPDATE 12:20pm
Parents/ Guardians,  All is under control at Hillcrest with...

Funding Announcement for New Elementary School and Three Additions

May 10, 2019
​The Province of British Columbia and the Ministry of Education today announced funding for a new elementary school in Coquitlam's Burke Mountain and three classroom additions for other School District No. 43 (Coquitlam) schools. Totaling $73.3 million, the announcement includes a new elementary school for the Sheffield-Partington area of North Coquitlam...

Fraser Health Update re: Measles

February 21, 2019
February 21, 2019
Dear Students, School Staff, and Parents,

As you have heard, there is a measles outbreak at three schools in Vancouver. Please note that this is a localized outbreak and that students who are attending schools not connected to the outbreak have not been exposed. There is no evidence of...

School Supplies for 2018-2019

June 01, 2018
School Supply lists are now posted  on our website to the right under Documents > School Supplies.   Note that supplies can be ordered ONLINE ONLY from Creative Children.  Packs ordered from Creative Children will be delivered direct to home.   If you would prefer to purchase school supplies youself, please...

Letter to Parents and Guardians from the Provincial Health Officer

June 19, 2017
Please read the attached letter to parents and guardians from the Provincial Health Officer Dr. Perry Kendall, regarding talking to youth about substance use.

September 7th - daily announcements

September 07, 2016
Music enrichment     Please note that advanced band and choirs will be beginning rehearsals starting next week.  Advanced band will be meeting in the gym on Monday and Wednesday at 7:45.  Boys' choir will be meeting in the dramus room on Tuesday at 7:45 and girls' choir will be...

Hillcrest daily announcements - November 12th

November 12, 2015
Please note:  The library will be closed at lunch today.

PAC donation letter

September 11, 2015
Attached is a copy of the PAC donation letter which will be going home via email today with our newsletter.  We will also send out a paper copy sometime next week.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION IS YOU DID NOT RECEIVE THE MAIL OUT

September 07, 2015
IF you did not receive the mail out with team assignments, etc. and your child is in grade 6 or 7 , please come by the office at 8:45am on Tuesday the 8th of September. ALL grade 6's and many grade 7's meet at 9am.   However, some grade 7's if assigned...

Summer mailout

September 04, 2015
Families have been emailed with the teams students are on.  A map is included in the attachments to show the meeting time and place as well as fees invoice, 0365 permission form, student handbook, and emergency preparedness forms.

Wrestling

December 10, 2014
Calling all grapplers, wrestlers and those wanting to give wrestling a try.  There will be a meeting today in the Multi-purpose room at nut break with Mr. Lageston and Mrs. Hampton.

Photo orders

September 30, 2013
Photo orders due in to the office by Wednesday, October 2nd.  Please have the orders in on time as late orders may be charged a shipping fee and you will have to return them dircetly to MJM Studios.   If you require a retake please return the order forms marked for a...

Hillcrest start up information September 2013

August 27, 2013
Please note:   If you have not received this information by email we may not have your email on file, or the email address we have is incorrect. 

Krispy Kreme fundraiser for Odyssey of the Mind team

April 29, 2013
The Hillcrest Odyssey of the Mind ARTchitecture team is going to the World Finals in Lansing, Michigan. We are doing a Krispy Kreme fundraiser to help supplement the costs of the trip. Each box contains 1 dozen original glazed donuts and costs $10.00. Please return this order form (see attachment) with...

Track and field schedule

April 23, 2013
Track and field schedule posted under programs & Services - Athletics

Willy Wonka Junior performance by Hillcrest students

April 05, 2013
Tuesday, April 16th Wednesday April 17th Thursday, April 18th at 7:00 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)   See attachment for advanced ticket sale order form.   Tickets will be sold at the door if space is available.

2013-2014 Student Planner Cover

April 02, 2013
For students interested in submitting the cover for next years planner please see the criteria below:     1. Hand-drawn illustration and coloured (Harry the Mascot) 2. Hillcrest Middle School is prominently displayed on the cover 3. Highlanders is displayed 4. Something relating to the 7 Habits 5. The year-2013/2014 6. Done on...

PAC fundraiser - Purdy's

March 04, 2013
Purdy's orders due today by 3:00 pm.  Please drop off at the office or order online.  Thank you!

PAC fundraiser - gift card orders due Feb 6th

January 29, 2013
Hello Highlander families, We are putting together a gift card order that will arrive just in time to treat your Valentine! Fundscrip is offering a number of specials this month on spas, restaurants and hotels as well as all the regular giftcards for groceries, gas etc. Please note: If you are...

Hillcrest Middle school in session on ....

January 24, 2013
Hillcrest Middle school is in session on Friday, January 25th and Monday, January 28th.    Our feeder schools may have a Pro-D day but Hillcrest does not have one until February 22nd, which will be a district wide Pro-D.

Hillcrest online clothing sale

January 22, 2013
Hillcrest is having a clothing sale.  Please see the attached flyer and place your order online.  Deadline for all orders is February 22nd - no late orders accepted.

Babysitter Training Course at Hillcrest

January 15, 2013
Babysitter Training Course Grades:   6 to 8 Where: Hillcrest Middle School Certified by the Canadian Red Cross, this course will teach you the skills needed to care for babies and children. Topics include safety, child development, care and feeding, diaper changing, games and more. There will be an exam on the...

City of Coquitlam - Babysitter Training Course

January 15, 2013
Babysitter Training Course Grades:   6 to 8 Where: Hillcrest Middle School Certified by the Canadian Red Cross, this course will teach you the skills needed to care for babies and children. Topics include safety, child development, care and feeding, diaper changing, games and more. There will be an exam on...

Medieval Feast

January 11, 2013
January 18th is the date for this years Medieval Feast.  Attached is the information/form. 

Table Tennis Club

January 08, 2013
Table Tennis will begin on Wednesday January 9th after school.  It will run from 3:00 - 4:30 pm every Monday and Wednesday until Spring Break.  All grades and skill levels are welcome!!!  There is a sign up sheet on the bulletin board outside of Mr. Van Hove's classroom (room 145).

Beginning and Advanced Band

December 18, 2012
Beginning and Advanced Band cancelled for this week.

Battle of the Books

December 11, 2012
What EXACTLY is the Battle of the Books?  Do I have to go to battle practices?  Do I have to commit lunch hours in the library?  Do I have to lock myself in my room for hours on end?!!  NO!!  You just have to enjoy reading and read two books on...

Yearbooks

December 03, 2012
Yearbooks will be sold at the office until Friday, December 7th.  Please see Mrs. Pfingsten.

Exciting new book to check out!

November 16, 2012
?    Diary of a Wimpy Kid 7 and Guinness World Book 2013.  Do these two title excite you?  Does Greg finally fall in love? Do you want to know where the largest gathering of leprechauns met?  Well, head over to the library at recess to put your name in a draw...

Ski and Snowboard Club - Cypress Mtn

November 15, 2012
On November 14th students interested in skiing and snowboarding held a meeting.  Attahced are the forms that were given out for students interested in participating.

PAC fundraiser - magazines

October 22, 2012
This is the last week for the magazine fundraiser.   Please have your orders in by this Thursday, October 25.   You can order online at www.qsp.ca (we are Group 33045) or through the printed catalogue that went home earlier this month.   Additional order forms and catalogues are avaiable from the...

Photo retake orders

October 12, 2012
Photo Retake orders are due by Monday, October 22.  Any photo orders after that date families will need to contact MJM  Studios directly at 604-299-8900 or email: photos@mjmstudios.net ...

Photo Retake orders

October 12, 2012
Photo Retake orders are due by Monday, October 22.  Any photo orders after that date families will need to contact MJM  Studios directly at 604-299-8900 or email: photos@mjmstudios.net ...

Me to We Club Team Presenters

October 09, 2012
If you have signed up to present upcoming events to a team, you must meet Mrs. Ngo at lunch today.  We will be going over the final details.  It should be a quick meeting...  REPEAT - Only Me to We Club presenters are to meet in Mrs. Ngo's room at lunch...

grade 7 girls volleyball

October 09, 2012
Just a quick reminder to the ladies about their practice today at lunch. You will be with Mr. Gilligan or Mr. Aitken.

Scary Story Contest

October 04, 2012
Do you like to read scary stories?  Are you inspired to write a scary story?  Coquitlam Public Library is holding a Scary Story Contest.  Let's see if we can have a winner from Hillcrest.  See Ms. Trieu for more details!

Ashes, Ashes

October 04, 2012
Ms. Trieu finally has Ashes, Ashes, the hottest book from the Book Fair, ready to be loved by a reader.  If you don't remember, this book has disease that killed 99% of the world population, global climate catastrophes, zombies, and a little romance all in one novel.  If you want this...

Friday Challenge Pull-Out

October 02, 2012
All Friday Challenge Pull-Out students are reminded to turn permission to participate and IEP planning sheets into Mrs.T.W. in the Home Ec room this week!

Me to We Club

October 02, 2012
Please remember to bring your colouring utensils to Me to We Club today.  You will be creating posters for the upcoming Pumpkin Carving Contest.  See you in Mrs. Ngo's room at 12:30!

Photo Retakes

October 02, 2012
Photo Retakes on Thursday, October 4th @ 11:00 am

Library Crew

September 28, 2012
Do you think you have what it takes to be a library monitor?  Today is the BIG day!  Come to the library at 12:45 to sign up.  We will also have a brief meeting.  See you there!

Library Crew

September 27, 2012
It's Thursday and you're still thinking about those book shelves that need to be tidied, the new books that need to be stamped and barcoded, and keeping the library a quiet and great place.  Come by the library at 12:45 to sign up to be a member of the library crew!...

Congratulations!

September 27, 2012
There were nerves, near drop-outs, and nausea, but in the end, 63 Highlanders crossed the finish line with great smiles and a great sense of pride.  Congratulations to all the students who participated yesterday at the triathlon.  Hillcrest took 1st and 3rd place overall.  Official results will be posted as soon...

Environment Club

September 26, 2012
Meeting today at lunch in Room 165. Please bring your lunch.

Environment Club

September 26, 2012
If you are interested in improving our recycling as a school, participating in a litter-less lunch challenge, composting or community gardens or have other green ideas. Come sign up and start planning with the Environment Club Monday at lunch in Room 165. Please bring your lunches.

grade 7 girls volleyball

September 26, 2012
congrats to the grade 7 girls volleyball team and their first game against Monty. The excitement was brewing the entire time! See you at practice tomorrow after school ladies!

Me to We Club

September 25, 2012
Please meet in Mrs. Ngo's room at 12:30 today.  We will be dividing up workloads today to plan for our upcoming Hillcrest Scares Halloween events.   Just a reminder that the cut off for We Day forms is today!  Make sure Mrs. Ngo or Mrs. Brochu has your forms!  

Library Crew

September 25, 2012
Do untidy shelves bother you?  Do you like to put things in order?  Do new books excite you?  Do you like to tell people to be quiet in the library?  If you said "yes" to all of the above, then you are who we want in the library crew!  Have no...

Triathlon!

September 25, 2012
Tomorrow is the big day triathletes!  If you are doing the triathlon tomorrow, please stand up. (3 second pause).  You are doing something great tomorrow!  Before achieving greatness, you MUST attend the meeting today at lunch in the library.  Bring your lunch and we will begin right away!

Year Book

September 24, 2012
Yearbooks will be on sale today at lunch outside the Library Computer Lab.  This is the last week to purchase a yearbook for $47.  If you take advantage of purchasing your yearbook at the early bird price you will be entered into a draw to win one of four yearbooks. 

grade 7 girls volleyball

September 24, 2012
any grade 7 ladies interested in playing volleyball this year, please pick up forms (a blue and a green) outside Ms. Moody's room (163). We practice Tuesday at lunch and our first game is Tuesday after school.  Remember, you need to bring in your permission form to play!

Library Crew

September 24, 2012
Thank you Highlanders for supporting the Scholastic Book Fair.  All proceeds go towards purchasing books and resources for YOU.  If you're interested in joining an exciting new club that is dedicated to honouring the library and its contents, then come see Ms. Trieu on Friday..  Details to come...

Triathlon Meeting

September 24, 2012
STudents participating in the triathlon this week will need to attend a mandatory meeting tomorrow at lunch in the library.  Bring your lunch right at the bell!

Gr 6 Volleyball

September 24, 2012
Attention all gr 6 volleyball players: Please meet in Mrs Slater's Mrs Carston's room (#146) at nutbreak on Tuesday for an important meeting.

Grade 7 Girls Volleyball

September 20, 2012
Forms will be ready to be picked up in Ms Moody's room (163) at nut break.  Our game Tuesday is at Hillcrest.

Photo orders

September 20, 2012
Photo orders are due today!  If you are interested in doing retakes please return the envelope marked as retakes.  For late orders please contact MJM directly.

Scholastic Book Fair

September 20, 2012
Today is the last day for the Scholastic Book Fair.  If you have not handed in your raffle, drop it off today at recess.  We will be making the draw after recess and announcing the winner at lunch.  The winner will win $25 of books for themself and $25 for their...

Triathlon

September 20, 2012
4 things:   1.  Runners will meet in Mr. Bett's room (Rm. 158) today right at 3:00   2.  Bikers will meet Ms. Sullivan and Ms. Macmillan on the field today at 3:15.   3.  Get your field trip forms in today!  If you forgot it, you must speak to Ms. Trieu in the...

Triathlon

September 19, 2012
There is a bike and run practice TOMORROW for students signed up for the triathlon.  Please return your field trip form to Ms. Trieu by tomorrow.  We will have a very important meeting next week in the library.  Please pay attention to all announcements.

Yearbooks

September 18, 2012
Yearbooks will be on sale at lunch in the main foyer - cost is $47

Me to We Club

September 17, 2012
What's up Hillcrest!   Do you believe you can make a difference in this world? Do you feel called to help raising funds and awareness to support others less fortunate? If you answered "Yes!", then the ME to WE Club is the club for you!   It's not too late to join, just...

Gr. 8 Boys Volleyball

September 17, 2012
There will be a Gr. 8 Boys Volleyball practice at lunchtime on Thursday for all interested in playing this season.  Talk to Mr. Dureau if you are unable to attend. 

Yearbook Sales

September 17, 2012
Yearbooks  will be on sale at lunch in the foyer and on Open House night during the following time periods only:   12:20 - 1:05, Tuesday, September 18th to Thursday, October 7th, cost $47   12:20 - 1:05, Monday, November 26th to Monday, December 10th,  cost $52

Student photo orders

September 17, 2012
Student photo orders due in to the office by Thursday, September 20th

MJM Picture Orders

September 16, 2012
MJM Picture Orders are due no later than Thursday the 20th to the office . Retakes will be sometime in November. Parents can also order on line as per instructions on the package of proofs.

Triathlon

September 14, 2012
All forms are due today!  Get them in to Ms. Trieu in the library by the end of the day.

Triathlon

September 12, 2012
Triathlon forms are due this Friday.  Please return them to Ms. Trieu in the library. If you are doing a relay with friends, you must submit your forms together in a package.

Triathlon

September 10, 2012
If you are interested in participating in your first triathlon, come to the library today to pick up your forms!  We will be having some practices, so keep your ears pealed for announcements!

Boys' Choir

September 10, 2012
this is a reminder that any boy wishing to join our boys' choir please meet for our first rehearsal tomorrow morning at 7:45 in the drama stage room. Hope to see you there!

ME to WE Club

September 09, 2012
Hillcrest,   Let's make this world a better place, one step at a time.  If making a change for the better is your passion, Mrs. Ngo would LOVE to have you join the Me to We Club.  There will be brief meeting in her room at lunch today. So that's room 153...

ME to WE Club

September 09, 2012
Hillcrest, Let's make this world a better place, one step at a time. If making a change for the better is your passion, Mrs. Ngo would LOVE to have you join the Me to We Club. There will be brief meeting in her room at lunch today. So that's room 153...

PAC fundraiser - SPC student discount cards

August 29, 2012
SPC student discount cards -
fabulous discounts at tons of retailers!
On sale now $9 each from the office or
hillcrestfundraising@gmail.com
www.spccard.ca for details

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Hillcrest first week information

August 28, 2012
This letter was sent home and if you have not received it by email or Canada post please contact the school between 9:00 - 3:00 this week.

Welcome to Hillcrest!

August 27, 2012
Hillcrest is sending out the student information electronically on Monday, August 27th for the students team placement and the first weeks information.  If you do not receive an email with the information please contact our office during the following office hours:  9:00 am - 3:00 pm.    Note:  We have sent this...

Summer Camps

June 04, 2012
  Check out the safe and fun summer camps in Coquitlam! Coquitlam is "High Five" certified, which means our children's programs meet the highest national standards for quality! www.coquitlam.ca/summercamps  

SUMMER LEARNING 2012

May 11, 2012
SUMMER LEARNING 2012 Grade 10 online registration for summer learning starts May 15 at 6am Grade 12 online registration for summer learning starts May 17 at 6am All students must update their account 90 days prior to registration. Students new to summer learning MUST create an account prior to registration. Please...

School suppply orders

May 07, 2012
School suppply orders for the 2012-2013 school year are due in to Hillcrest office by Thursday, May 10th.

Coquitlam Summer Learning 2012

May 01, 2012
Coquitlam Summer Learning 2012 Flyers have been sent home with the progress reports on April 30, 2012.

Hillcrest Progress and Exploration reports

April 30, 2012
Hillcrest Progress and Exploration reports going home April 30, 2012, please see attachment.

PAC fundraiser

April 25, 2012
Please bring all plant orders to the office – deadline is Monday, April 30th

Earth Day

April 16, 2012
Did you know that: Each tonne of recycled paper means 17 trees do not have to be cut down. 50 percent of the material in aluminum cans has been recycled at least once. The process of recycling an aluminum can, manufacturing another, filling it, packing and shipping it to stores, takes...

Me to We Meeting

April 15, 2012
Me to We Members please in Mrs. Ngo's room at lunch today for an important meeting. See you at 12:25pm

Earth Week

April 15, 2012
It's Earth Week next week, and we should get rid of our old batteries. On Wednesday, April 18th, we will accept almost any type of battery at the Spirit Bear, at Nut Break and Lunch, for Spirit Points!

Floor Hockey

April 11, 2012
Floor Hockey begins in the gym on Friday, April 13th from 3:00 - 4:00pm.  Permission forms are available at the office.

Cypress Ski and Snowboard Club

April 10, 2012
If you were part of the Cypress Ski/snowboard Club, this Friday there will be a pizza lunch for all those involved as well as a little gift. Just to say thanks for the great time.

Me to We Club

April 05, 2012
There will be a Me to We Club meeting at lunch today. Please bring some felts or pencil crayons.   See you in Mrs. Ngo's room at 12:25pm.

Great Job Hillcrest!

April 05, 2012
Thank you for your help at our bake sale!  Together we raised $410.70 for Healthcare in Haiti!   Thanks for making this world a better place for someone else...

Thank you Hillcrest for your support

April 03, 2012
Thank you Hillcrest for helping raise over $200 for Healthcare in Haiti from our bake sale yesterday.   We have some more goodies today at Nutbreak and Lunch too. We will also be offering a special discount price for some goods today. 

Me to We Club Meeting

March 28, 2012
There will be a Me to We Club meeting at lunch today to sign up for bake sale shifts.   Please come to Mrs. Ngo's room on time! See you at lunch! 

ME to We Meeting

March 23, 2012
Me to We Club members, please meet in Mrs. Ngo's Room at lunch today to organize for next week's Bake Sale to raise money to support Health care in Haiti.   Please meet right at 12:25 and bring your planners. See you soon!

Highlander Hockey

March 02, 2012
Highlander Hockey has been postponed! Due to the escalation in teacher job action, Highlander Hockey will no longer happen on Friday, March 9th. Highlander Hockey, or something like it, will be rescheduled for the third term. Keep an eye on the Hillcrest website for more details on time and place!

π of the Tiger

February 27, 2012
π of the Tiger permission forms due in to the office Feb. 28th

PAC fundraiser - Purdy's chocolates

February 27, 2012
Please bring your Purdys order forms with payment to the office.  Deadline for the order is Wednesday, March 7th.

π of the Tiger

February 23, 2012
π of the Tiger permission forms due in to the office Feb. 24th

PAC fundraiser - Purdys chocolates

February 23, 2012
Please bring your Purdys order forms with payment to the office.  Deadline for the order is Wednesday, March 7th.

Me to We Club

February 23, 2012
There is a Me to We Club meeting in Mrs. Ngo's room at lunch today. Please arrive as soon as possible as this will be an action meeting.  See you at lunch.

Me to We Club

February 23, 2012
Me to We Club members are to meet in Mrs. Ngo's room today to start making posters for our coming fundraising event to raise money to support Healthcare in Haiti.   The meeting will start at 12:25.  Please be on time and see you at lunch!

Me to We/Free the Children Meeting

February 10, 2012
The Me to We Club is meeting in Mrs. Ngo's room at lunch today.  We will be discussing plans to fundraise for Healthcare in Haiti.

Me To We Club Meeting

February 06, 2012
Me to We Club meets at lunch today in Mrs. Ngo's room.   See you there. New members are welcome.

Me to We Club

February 03, 2012
All Me to We Club members are encouraged to attend the special break out action planning session with our 2 speakers from Free the Children at lunch today.  In fact this session will be open to any Hillcrest student who wants to have a hand in making Hillcrest Middle School a...

Girls' choir

January 31, 2012
Please note that there will be no rehearsal tomorrow. Rehearsals will resume next week.

Girls' choir

January 31, 2012
Please note that there will be no rehearsal tomorrow. Rehearsals will resume next week.

Ski and Snowboard Club

January 24, 2012
Just a reminder that there will be a short meeting at Nut break in the MPR about Thursday's trip.

Ski and Snowboard Club

January 24, 2012
Quick meeting at Nut Break on Wednesday about Thursday's trip.

Grade 7 Boys Basketball

January 23, 2012
Practice at 12:30 today in the gym.

Cypress Ski and Snowboard Club

January 16, 2012
Reminder that there will be a very important meeting today at nut break in the MPR. Be there or be in trouble.

Cypress Ski and Snowboard Club

January 16, 2012
Very important meeting tomorrow, Tuesday, at nut break in the MPR. You must attend. Otherwise you may not be able to go on Thursday.

Grade 7 Boys Basketball

January 13, 2012
Practice today at 12:30 in the gym.  If you are hoping to play in the game after school today, make sure you attend practice at lunchtime. 

Grade 7 Boys Basketball

January 12, 2012
Practice at 12:30 today in the gym. New players are welcome.

Attention Grade 8 students - Transition to High School Handbook

January 09, 2012
Attached is the handbook that may be useful for our grade 8 students moving on to grade 9.  The district has put out this document.

Grade 7 Boys Basketball

January 09, 2012
practice at 3:00 pm today in the gym

Grade 8 Girls Basketball

January 05, 2012
All grade 8 girls who want to play basketball this year your first practice is today after school.  Please see Mr Foot if you can't be there.Practice will be on Tuesday mornings and Thursday after school this year.  Games will be on Wednesday.

Last chance for YEARBOOKS

January 04, 2012
Bring your yearbook orders in to the office between Monday, January 9th and Friday, January 20th.  Last chance for Yearbooks!

Table Tennis Club

January 03, 2012
Table Tennis Club today at 3:00 pm in the Multi Purpose Room.

Grade 7 Boys Basketball

January 03, 2012
Grade 7 boys basketball practice at 12:30 today in the gym.

Grade 7 Boys Basketball

January 03, 2012
All grade 7 boys interested in playing basketball this year, there is a practice tomorrow at 12:30 in the gym. 

Me to We Club

December 30, 2011
There will be a Me to We Club meeting in Mrs. Ngo's room at 12:30 today.  We will brainstorm ideas for our next fundraising event and which organizations we could support.  New members are welcome.  See you at 12:30.

Sock Drive

December 14, 2011
ME to We members will be collecting classroom sock bins at lunch today to count up how many socks we have raised so far.    The last day to bring in socks will be this Friday. There will be runners coming to your classroom Friday morning to collect any remaining socks.   Thanks...

Me to We Club

December 14, 2011
There is a ME to WE Club meeting at lunch today.

Yearbooks on sale this week!

December 13, 2011
Please bring your order in to the office.  Cost is $50

Holiday Door Decorating

December 12, 2011
We have the winners for the 2011 Hillcrest Door Decorating Challenge!   Best Craftsmanship goes to Mrs Byrne's class   Award for Completeness & Use of Space goes to Mrs. Ngo's class   Award for Visual Impact and Originality goes to Ms. Abbot's class   and the Best Holiday Theme goes to Mr Dalmann's class....

Battle of the Books

December 12, 2011
Students who are participating in Battle of the Books should hand in the sign up form to Mrs. Fedoruk today.

Grade 7 Boys Basketball

December 12, 2011
Grade 7 Boys Basketball practice at 12:30 tomorrow in the gym.

Grade 7 Boys Basketball

December 12, 2011
Grade 7 Boys Basketball practice at 12:30 today in the gym.

Yearbook Sales

December 09, 2011
Yearbooks are on sale this week.  Please bring your order/money to the office.  The cost for yearbooks is $50.

Me to We Club

December 06, 2011
There will be a quick Me to We Meeting at lunch today in Mrs. Ngo's room. See you there at 12:30pm.

Grade 7 Boys Basketball

December 05, 2011
First practice is today at 3:00 pm in the gym. Come prepared with shorts, t-shirt and proper footwear.

Grade 7 Boys Basketball

December 05, 2011
First practice is tomorrow at 3:00 pm in the gym. Come prepared with shorts, t-shirt and proper footwear.

Grade 8 Girls Volleyball

December 01, 2011
Missing jerseys... Cassandra, Kailyn, Brooke Dickenson, Tessa, Alexis, Taylor, Arin, Courtney, Rachel Peters, Rachel Pollack, Alicia & Chantelle. Bring it to Ms. Moody asap!

Me to We Meeting

November 30, 2011
Meet to We Meeting in Mrs. Ngo's room at lunch today.  See you there at 12:30!

Attention All Challenge Students: Signed IEPs are due this Friday

November 28, 2011
Please drop your signed IEP in the red Challenge forms bin in the office or hand it to Mr. Holbrook in Friday's pullout class. Thanks.

Ski/Snowboard Club

November 28, 2011
Just a reminder to get your money into either Mr. Dalmann or Mr. Balser as soon as possible. Thanks.

Grade 8 Girls Volleyball

November 25, 2011
Wind up Thursday after school. Bring Ms. Moody $5 for pizza and drinks by Wednesday!!!

PAC fundraiser - Gift Cards

November 25, 2011
Gift Card orders are due Tuesday by 3:00 pm.  Please bring your orders to the office.

Math Competitions

November 24, 2011
Let's try this again. If you are interested in participating in math competitions, meet in Ms. Moody's room Monday at nut break.

PAC fundraiser - gift cards

November 24, 2011
Dear Hillcrest families,

We have reworked the Gift Card fundraiser and are now working on a tight turnaround to get our first order in and the cards back before the holidays begin.  We have signed on with a new company called Fundscrip (www.fundscrip.com) , that promises much better service.  You will find...

Grade 8 Girls Volleyball

November 24, 2011
Meet in Ms. Moody's room at nut break to discuss wind up next week!

PAC fundraiser reminder - Poinsettia orders

November 23, 2011
Poinsettia orders are due tomorrow, Thursday, November 24th.  Please enclose your order form and payment in an envelope addressed to my attention (Mrs. Hubbs) and have your child bring it to the office.  Plants will be delivered next Thursday, Dec. 1.
Thanks for supporting Hillcrest!

Me to We Club

November 23, 2011
Me to We Club meeting will be in Mrs. Ngo's room at lunch today, instead of tomorrow.  Repeat... There will be a Me to We Club meeting at lunch today.  See you at 12:30.

Math Competitions

November 22, 2011
Math Competitions meeting in Ms. Moody's room today at nut break. See anyone who wants to join there!

Grade 8 Girls Volleyball

November 22, 2011
Congrats goes out to the grade 8 girls B team for their second place finish yesterday. Great season ladies! Please wash your jerseys and return them to Ms. Moody asap. Wind up information to follow...

Ski and Snowboard Club

November 21, 2011
There will be a very important meeting for all those who have paid their deposit to Mr. Dalmann. The meeting will be at Nut Break in Mr. Oun's room on Thursday. You must be there!!!

Gr 8 Boys Volleyball

November 21, 2011
Grade 8 boys Volleyball players need to return their freshly-washed jerseys to Mr Van Hove or Mr Purych by this Friday.

PAC fundraiser - Poinsettia

November 18, 2011
Poinsettia orders are due in to the office by Thursday, November 24th.

Me to We Club

November 17, 2011
There is a Me to We Club meeting in Mrs. Ngo's room at lunch today.  We will discuss plans for Vow of Silence and the upcoming Sock Drive.  So, Me to We meeting today at lunch in Mrs. Ngo's room... see you there!

Grade 8 Girls Volleyball

November 16, 2011
Congrats to the grade 8 girls who played at Best yesterday. They worked their way to the finals, only to lose a heart breaker. A second place finish in the district is nothing to be unhappy about ladies!! You played wonderfully! B team, there is a meeting in Ms. Moody's room...

Grade 8 Girls Volleyball

November 15, 2011
Congrats to both grade 8 girls volleyball teams for placing first in their respective pools at Districts. Now off to the finals! The A team plays today at Best. Come cheer them on! The B team will compete next week. Good luck to both of you!

PAC fundraiser

November 15, 2011
The PAC is offering poinsettias for sale until Thursday, November 24.  Order forms went home Nov.15 and are also posted to the PAC page of this website.  Plants are available for pick up at the school between 2:30 and 3:30 Dec. 1 or by previous arrangement.

Me to We Club Meeting

November 10, 2011
Me to We Club meeting will be held in Mrs. Obojski's room at lunch today.  Please note the room change! Members will be creating a display for the canned food drive by the Spirit Bear.  Once again, Me to We Members will be meeting Ms. Hall at lunch in Mrs. Obojski's...

Grade 8 Girls Volleyball

November 08, 2011
Meeting in Ms. Moody's room today at nut break.

Math Competitions

November 07, 2011
Do you like math? Have you ever thought about using your math skills for competition? If competitions sound interesting to you, come to an information meeting in Ms. Moody's room (#163) Wednesday at Nut Break. We'll give you lots of information there!

PAC

November 07, 2011
I know that several people missed last Monday's deadline for SPC Cards.  They really are a great deal so I am ordering the last (LAST) bunch at the end of the week .

If your child would like one, please e-mail me at clhubbs@shaw.ca  or phone 604.949.1303 by end of...

Poppy Fund

November 04, 2011
We will be collecting money for the poppy fund on Thursday, November 10th and giving the poppies out before the assembly at 9:00 am.

Grade 6 Volleyball Players

November 03, 2011
Attention Grade 6 volleyball players.  Please go to Mrs. Carston's room today at nutrition break today to pick up your award and a treat! 

Grade 8 Girls Volleyball

November 03, 2011
Congrats to the grade 8 girls volleyball team for finishing their league season 5 & 0. They are serving machines!

Grade 8 Girls Volleyball

November 02, 2011
Game after school is here. Meet in the gym by 3:05 in jerseys for warm up and team photo.

Me to We Club

November 02, 2011
All Me to We members are meeting in Mrs. Ngo's room at lunch today to plan for the Vow of Silence.   See you there.

Clothing Drive

November 01, 2011
Please bring your old clothes, footwear, linens and accessories, packaged in garbage bags to the Spirit Bear by Tuesday, November 8th.  Big Brother will pick up that morning.

Remembrance Day

October 31, 2011
Would any cadets who would like to take part in our Remembrance Day Assembly please see Mrs. Gallello today in room 165 at nutrition break.

PAC fundraiser deadlines

October 28, 2011
today is the absolute last day to submit magazine orders and Monday is the very last day for SPC cards. please hand these items in to the office.  

Grade 6 Volleyball Tournament

October 27, 2011
Good Luck to the grade 6 volleyball teams participating in the tournament on Friday, October 28th afterschool at Glen Eagle Secondary school in Coquitlam.  Remember to pick up your uniforms from Mrs. Carston's room at lunch.  Please meet at the Spirit Bear right afterschool.

Grade 8 Girls Volleyball

October 27, 2011
5-0! Great job girls!!! See you at practice after school.

Pumpkin Carving

October 27, 2011
Pumpkin carvers will be called to the MPR at 12:10 to set up.  The carving contest will officially start at 12:20pm  Spectators are welcome.   Good luck and see you at lunch!

Ski and Snowboard Club

October 26, 2011
Whoa!!! Did someone say POWDER??? I'm like there dude. The North Shore mountain got their first trace of snow last night. Righteous news! Party on Garth! I am so stoked for the meeting tomorrow, Friday, in the MPR at Nut Break. Be there or be cubed.

Ski and Snowboard Club

October 25, 2011
Have you had the urge to say Gnarly Dude!!! or I have to go Shred some Powder? Well, now is your chance. This Friday at Nut Break there will be a Ski and Snowboard Meeting for all those interested. Shred it Dude!!!

Pumpkin Carving

October 25, 2011
Calling all students who like to use sharp utensils to create ghoulishly evil or just plain cute works of art.  Tomorrow is the Day you have been waiting for... HILLCREST'S Pumpkin Carving Contest.  Just come with $2 and a pumpkin.  It's not too late to sign up at the office.

Me to We Club

October 25, 2011
Me to We Club members are meeting in Mrs. Ngo's room at lunch today.

Me to We Club

October 25, 2011
All Me to We Club members involved with the upcoming clan presentations and pumpkin carving contest are to meet Mrs. Ngo and Mrs. Hall today at lunch in Mrs. Ngo's room.  Please be prompt. 

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