New Cafeteria Payment System

Hilliard City Schools is upgrading the system we use in our school cafeterias. This change will help families better manage their child’s meal account.

Because of this upgrade, parents will need to **set up new automatic payment options** through the MyPaymentsPlus website. Any deposits made using the old setup will not go into your child’s meal account.

Click HERE for Step-by-step instructions!

Please note: MyPaymentsPlus.com is run by a company called Horizon Software. If you have trouble using the website, the Hilliard Food Service Office won’t be able to assist. Instead, please use the help and support tools found directly on the **MyPaymentsPlus** website.



Introducing ParentSquare: Streamlined School-to-Home Communication

Welcome to ParentSquare! We are excited to adopt this new form of school-to-home communication. ParentSquare is designed to keep parents informed and facilitate participation at school. It provides a safe way for the school principal, teachers, staff, and parents/guardians to:

  • Send and receive school and class information
  • Share pictures and files
  • See calendar items
  • Sign up to volunteer
  • and much more . . . all in one centralized place!

Parents – Getting Started video

All school/grade level and classroom information will now be sent to your computer or phone via email and/or text or you can download the free App.

The Help & Support question mark in the top right corner can help answer most of your questions. So, join in!

Need More Help with Parent Square? If you need to update your contact information such as email, phone number or other information, login to homeaccess.hboe.org to make updates. Be sure to use the same contact information in HomeAccess that you use for ParentSquare so your students are automatically connected to your account.

Other types of support needs? Submit a request: https://www.hilliardschools.org/new-help-desk/ or contact your student’s school in early August.



Hilliard City Schools to Host Substitute Hiring Event on August 6

Hilliard City Schools is partnering with the ESC of Central Ohio to host a Substitute Hiring Event on Tuesday, August 6, from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. at the Hilliard City Schools Central Office, located at 2140 Atlas Street, Columbus, OH 43228.

This open house-style event offers individuals an opportunity to explore substitute positions in roles including Custodians, Intervention Assistants (aides), Secretaries, Noon Assistants, and Teachers. Representatives from both Hilliard City Schools and the ESC will be available to guide candidates through the hiring process.

On-site support will be available to complete background checks and I-9 verification, helping to streamline the onboarding experience.

Those interested in learning more can contact Human Resources at 614-921-7099 or email greg_hennes@hboe.org.

Come take the first step toward making a difference in our schools!



Alumni Spotlight – Gabriel Paynter

We’re proud to shine this Alumni Spotlight on Gabriel Paynter, a 2021 graduate of Hilliard Bradley High School, who was recently awarded a prestigious Fulbright/University of York Award to pursue his graduate studies in the United Kingdom.

Gabriel graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a Bachelor of Science in Physics and Astrophysics and a minor in Mathematics. While studying at UC, he developed a passion for plasma physics and fusion energy during an internship at General Atomics in San Diego. There, he contributed to work on inertial confinement fusion targets—advancing metrology techniques essential for clean energy research.

Following his internship, Gabriel continued research in experimental condensed matter physics, investigating how certain materials behave under high magnetic fields. His primary academic interest lies in magnetic confinement fusion—an area that seeks to make fusion energy a viable, sustainable power source for the future.

As a Fulbright Scholar, Gabriel will study at the University of York, completing an MSc in Fusion Energy. The program will not only deepen his understanding of plasma and fusion science but also give him the opportunity to collaborate with top institutions in the international fusion research community. Following completion of his Fulbright year at the University of York, he will attend Princeton University, where he has been accepted to the PhD program in plasma physics.

Beyond academics, Gabriel is committed to community science outreach and has volunteered with groups dedicated to increasing access to scientific and historical records. He looks forward to continuing this work while in York. A talented musician, Gabriel also plays the alto saxophone and is excited to engage with the music scene in the UK.

Congratulations to Gabriel on this outstanding achievement! The Hilliard community is proud to celebrate your success and the impact you’re making in the world of science and beyond.

If you have alumni you would like to see spotlighted, click here to send us an email!



First Time Riders Join us on August 9th

Families with students who are first-time bus riders, please join us on Saturday, August 9th, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Davidson High School to learn about bus safety, explore and ride a bus, and more!  There will be interactive activities, hands-on learning, and plenty of fun for the whole family! It’s the perfect way to ease those first-day jitters and get excited for the new school year.  We can’t wait to see you there!

 



Common App Camp Sign-Up Now Open for Seniors

Attention Seniors:
District College Counselor Trevor Maggied will be hosting Common Application Camps at the Hub throughout August to help you get a jump start on your college applications.

Students must bring a charged iPad or other device and reserve their spot using the Sign-Up Genius link below.

Common App Camp Dates:
August 6 – 9:00-10:30, 1:00-2:30
August 7 – 9:00-10:30, 1:00-2:30
August 8 – 9:00-10:30, 1:00-2:30
August 11 – 9:00-10:30
August 12 – 1:00-2:30
August 13 – 1:00-2:30
August 14 – 9:00-10:30, 1:00-2:30
August 18 – 3:00-4:30

Sign up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C44A4A929AAFD0-57436062-common



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