Author: Nicole Markley

HAVE YOU CHECKED IN WITH YOUR CHILD?

We are now halfway through the 3rd quarter.  It’s important to check in with your child’s work habits.  Please encourage a set schedule for their ‘at home’ days.  If students need help during the day, that is the best time to reach out to teachers.  Unfortunately, many students start working in the evening and then do not have the resources available for assistance.  Working during the day allows for students to reach their teachers with questions and get responses in a timely manner.  If you need assistance on how to help them, please reach out to your child’s School Counselor.

CONTACT YOUR SCHOOL COUNSELOR

WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK

Students will be in HYBRID this week.

Feb. 16    B  Day Students

Feb. 17    A  Day Students

Feb. 18   B  Day Students

Feb. 19   B  Day Students

NEED HELP?

Hilliard Schools is partnered with Safe School Hotline. This is a free and confidential tool for our students to report threats of violence, illegal activity, or any activity they think can harm students or staff in our schools. There is a toll-free number students can call, or number they can text, or a web page where they can report their concerns and talk to a trained mental health counselor.

Safe Schools Tip Line: Call 1-800-418-6423 extension 359 OR text TIPS to 66746

The HOPE APP was developed to provide students with tools and information for student well-being.

Other Important Community Resources:

Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
Nationwide Children’s Youth Hotline: 1-614-722-1800
Suicide Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
Teen Hotline: 1-614-294-3300                                                                                                                              Safe Schools Tip Line: Call 1-800-418-6423 extension 359 OR text TIPS to 66746
Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673
Non-emergency Columbus Police: 614-645-4545
Non-emergency Hilliard Police: 614-876-7321 or Franklin County Sheriff 614-523-3310

STUDENT SERVICES TEAM

Check out the COUNSELING TEAM WEBSITE.  Also, there is a lot of information on your “Class Of” Canvas page to assist you with any counseling needs.  The TEAM is here for YOU!

ATTENTION SENIORS 

It is time to start checking the Scholarship section in Naviance. Local Scholarships are being added frequently and deadlines are approaching.  Take a look in the “District News” section below for information about Graduation.

BUY YOUR YEARBOOK TODAY

This is a year for the history books and what better history book than a yearbook? You won’t want to forget the interesting “new normal” of this year. Buy a 2021 yearbook as a way to document this year forever at jostensyearbooks.com! Email Ms. Dyer with any yearbook questions at cassidy_dyer@hboe.org.

COLLEGE AND CAREER INFORMATION

CLICK HERE to find information about plans after high school.  You can always reach out to your child’s school counselor if you have specific questions.

Black History Month Calendar

February is Black History Month, and we invite you to celebrate with us! We have created a Black History Month Calendar to participate together. Each week we will add new activities to the calendar. These activities range from black history lessons, to book read-alouds, book recommendations, virtual events, and more. If you have ideas that you would like to share for our calendar, please email samantha_chatman@hboe.org. We would love to see what you are doing, so be sure to take pictures and share with us on social media!

PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES

We will hold Parent Teacher Conferences via Zoom this Wednesday, February 10 from 2:45pm – 6:45pm.  These will be scheduled online.  The  site is live now on OUR WEBSITE.  If you are having trouble getting a time scheduled, please email the teacher.

WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK

Students will be in HYBRID this week.

Feb. 8    A  Day Students

Feb. 9    B  Day Students

Feb. 10   A  Day Students

Parent Teacher Conferences via Zoom 2:45-6:45pm.

Feb. 11   B Day Students

Feb. 12  No School

Feb. 15  No School

ATTENTION SENIORS 

It is time to start checking the Scholarship section in Naviance. Local Scholarships are being added frequently and deadlines are approaching.  Take a look in the “District News” section below for information about Graduation.

BUY YOUR YEARBOOK TODAY

This is a year for the history books and what better history book than a yearbook? You won’t want to forget the interesting “new normal” of this year. Buy a 2021 yearbook as a way to document this year forever at jostensyearbooks.com! Email Ms. Dyer with any yearbook questions at cassidy_dyer@hboe.org.

STUDENT SERVICES TEAM

Check out the COUNSELING TEAM WEBSITE.  Also, there is a lot of information on your “Class Of” Canvas page to assist you with any counseling needs.  The TEAM is here for YOU!

COLLEGE AND CAREER INFORMATION

CLICK HERE to find information about plans after high school.  You can always reach out to your child’s school counselor if you have specific questions.

Hybrid Continues

There has been no change in the educational mode for next week, the district will remain in Hybrid.

Black History Month Calendar

February is Black History Month, and we invite you to celebrate with us! We have created a Black History Month Calendar to participate together. Each week we will add new activities to the calendar. These activities range from black history lessons, to book read-alouds, book recommendations, virtual events, and more. If you have ideas that you would like to share for our calendar, please email samantha_chatman@hboe.org. We would love to see what you are doing, so be sure to take pictures and share with us on social media!

PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES

We will hold Parent Teacher Conferences via Zoom on February 10 from 2:45pm – 6:45pm.  These will be scheduled online.  The sign up site will go live on OUR WEBSITE tomorrow morning (Monday 2/1) at 9am.

REMOTE LEARNING DAYS PLANNED

Hilliard Schools is proud to announce that Hilliard Davidson High School will be one of two sites used to vaccinate educators from Franklin County in partnership with state and local health departments.

The vaccination clinic will be set up in the Davidson Field House Tuesday, February 2 through Saturday, February 6.  “We are proud to serve as a site to vaccinate not only our teachers but teachers from across central Ohio.” Said Hilliard Superintendent Dr. John Marschhausen.  “This moves us one step closer to bringing our students back in full time.”

To make this happen, all Hilliard Schools will be moved to remote learning on Thursday, February 4, and Friday, February 5.  By shifting to remote learning, we protect against a potential substitute shortage in teachers, bus drivers, and other staff.  The vaccine has side-effects in some recipients and we must be mindful of the science.

Students are not required to follow a zoom schedule but will be required to completed work from each teacher.  For students that have questions or need help with assignments, teachers will have set office hours both days from 9-11:30am. They will share the details with their classes this week.

Check the DISTRICT WEBSITE for more information and an update of the Hybrid Calendar.

WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK

Students will be in HYBRID this week.

Feb. 1    A  Day Students

Feb. 2    B  Day Students

Feb. 3    A  Day Students

Feb. 4     Remote Learning Day

Feb. 5     Remote Learning Day

Feb. 10  Parent Teacher Conferences 2:45-6:45 pm – sign ups start tomorrow morning

Feb. 12  No School

Feb. 15  No School

ATTENTION SENIORS 

It is time to start checking the Scholarship section in Naviance. Local Scholarships are being added frequently and deadlines are approaching.  Take a look in the “District News” section below for information about Graduation.

BUY YOUR YEARBOOK TODAY

This is a year for the history books and what better history book than a yearbook? You won’t want to forget the interesting “new normal” of this year. Buy a 2021 yearbook as a way to document this year forever at jostensyearbooks.com! Email Ms. Dyer with any yearbook questions at cassidy_dyer@hboe.org.

STUDENT SERVICES TEAM

Check out the COUNSELING TEAM WEBSITE.  Also, there is a lot of information on your “Class Of” Canvas page to assist you with any counseling needs.  The TEAM is here for YOU!

COLLEGE AND CAREER INFORMATION

CLICK HERE to find information about plans after high school.  You can always reach out to your child’s school counselor if you have specific questions.

Black History Month Calendar

February is Black History Month, and we invite you to celebrate with us! We have created a Black History Month Calendar with activities for families to participate together. Each week we will add new activities to the calendar. These activities range from black history lessons, to book read-alouds, book recommendations, virtual events, and more. If you have ideas that you would like to share for our calendar, please email samantha_chatman@hboe.org. We would love to see what you are doing, so be sure to take pictures and share with us on social media!

Kindergarten Registration Open for the 2021/22 School Year

If your child will be five years of age on or before September 30, 2021, he/she is eligible to start kindergarten during the 2021-22 school year.  Please start the process on our Welcome Center Web Page.

HAVE YOU CHECKED IN WITH YOUR CHILD?

We are now a few weeks into the grading period and it’s important to check in with your child’s work habits.  Please encourage a set schedule for their ‘at home’ days.  If students need help during the day, that is the best time to reach out to teachers.  Unfortunately, many students start working in the evening and then do not have the resources available for assistance.  Working during the day allows for students to reach their teachers with questions and get responses in a timely manner.  If you need assistance on how to help them, please reach out to your child’s School Counselor.

PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES ARE COMING SOON

We will hold Parent Teacher Conferences via Zoom on February 10 from 2:45pm – 6:45pm.  These will be scheduled online.  We will send out more information next week on how to get your time scheduled with your child’s teachers.

WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK

Students will be in HYBRID this week.

Jan. 25    A Day Students

Jan. 26   B Day Students

Jan 27    A Day Students

Jan 28    B Day Students

Jan 29    B Day Students

Feb. 10  Parent Teacher Conferences (more information coming soon)

Feb. 12  No School

Feb. 15  No School

ATTENTION SENIORS 

It is time to start checking the Scholarship section in Naviance. Local Scholarships are being added frequently and deadlines are approaching.  Take a look in the “District News” section below for information about Graduation.

BUY YOUR YEARBOOK TODAY

This is a year for the history books and what better history book than a yearbook? You won’t want to forget the interesting “new normal” of this year. Buy a 2021 yearbook as a way to document this year forever at jostensyearbooks.com! Email Ms. Dyer with any yearbook questions at cassidy_dyer@hboe.org.

STUDENT SERVICES TEAM

Check out the COUNSELING TEAM WEBSITE.  Also, there is a lot of information on your “Class Of” Canvas page to assist you with any counseling needs.  The TEAM is here for YOU!

COLLEGE AND CAREER INFORMATION

CLICK HERE to find information about plans after high school.  You can always reach out to your child’s school counselor if you have specific questions.

Tech Issues

There have been “slowness” issues reported to our tech department this week with Canvas.  We are in continuous communication with Canvas support investigating these causes.  We are also aware of issues with STAR testing.  Our network team is actively working to determine and solve these problems.  We apologize for the frustrations we know our families are having.  Please work with your student’s teachers for any disruptions.  We also encourage you to submit a tech ticket so our team can understand the scope of these issues.

Preparing for a Non-Traditional Graduation

Our district recognizes that the Class of 2021 has missed many milestones and meaningful high school experiences.  From prom in the spring to musicals, concerts, sports, and more.

In looking forward to graduation, we want to create a memorable, culminating experience.  We have begun talks with The Ohio State University and Huntington Park to look at outdoor ceremonies.  Using our own stadiums is not an option based on the number of people attending.  Current guidelines would not allow us to use more than 15% of the stadium seating, which is just not enough space.

Due to a possible venue change, graduation dates will likely change.  For example, Huntington Park can’t book events until the minor league baseball schedule is completed.  We won’t have concrete plans until after spring break.

Please be patient as we work to create the best and safest graduation.  We will continue to update our families along the way.

Kindergarten Registration Open for the 2021/22 School Year

 If your child will be five years of age on or before September 30, 2021, he/she is eligible to start kindergarten during the 2021-22 school year.  Please start the process on our Welcome Center Web Page.

IT’S INCLUSION WEEK

Please join us in celebrating diversity and inclusion in the Hilliard City Schools. For the week of January 18-22, we will celebrate the diversity of Hilliard City Schools students, staff, and community with a focus on what it means to seek equity, celebrate diversity, and be inclusive. Each day has a different focus we invite you to tweet along with us.  You can watch a short video and find each day’s theme on our web page.   Please be sure to tag your posts with #InclusionHCSD.

Tuesday – “My Story Matters” Celebrate what makes you unique. Celebrate ethnicities, abilities, backgrounds, cultures, orientations, etc.

Wednesday – “Your Story Matters” We want you to share how you support others in fostering inclusive environments; how you make everyone feel welcome.

Thursday – “I Am Always Learning” This is the day to recognize and shout out to people you have learned something from or share a resource you recommend.

Friday – “I’m Ready for What’s Next” Share how you will pledge to continue moving forward.

WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK

Students will be in HYBRID this week.

Jan. 19    B Day Students

Jan. 20   A Day Students

Jan 21    B Day Students

Jan 22    A Day Students

Feb. 12  Parent Teacher Conferences (more information coming soon)

Feb. 13  No School

Feb. 15  No School

ATTENTION SENIORS 

It is time to start checking the Scholarship section in Naviance. Local Scholarships are being added frequently and deadlines are approaching.

BUY YOUR YEARBOOK TODAY

This is a year for the history books and what better history book than a yearbook? You won’t want to forget the interesting “new normal” of this year. Buy a 2021 yearbook as a way to document this year forever at jostensyearbooks.com! Email Ms. Dyer with any yearbook questions at cassidy_dyer@hboe.org.

STUDENT SERVICES TEAM

Check out the COUNSELING TEAM WEBSITE.  Also, there is a lot of information on your “Class Of” Canvas page to assist you with any counseling needs.  The TEAM is here for YOU!

COLLEGE AND CAREER INFORMATION

CLICK HERE to find information about plans after high school.  You can always reach out to your child’s school counselor if you have specific questions.

Learning Mode Continues in Hybrid

 The District will continue in the Hybrid Learning Mode.  We will continue to monitor case counts, and community spread and keep our families updated.

Meals will continue to be provided free to all students on their Hybrid days in school and when they are out of school.  You can find details on how to get lunches on the out of school days on our food service web page.

New Quarantine Guidance

 The Ohio Department of Health has released new guidelines regarding quarantine rules for both students and staff regarding exposures in a school setting. It’s important to note these new guidelines only apply to in-person learning and on buses, not after school activities.  You can read more details on our webpage.

 Kindergarten Registration Open for the 2021/22 School Year

 If your child will be five years of age on or before September 30, 2021, he/she is eligible to start kindergarten during the 2021-22 school year.  Please start the process on our Welcome Center Web Page.