High School and Middle School archery teams will have practice on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 2:30–4:00 p.m. Practice will be held at the Strawberry Gym on the High School campus.
Please make arrangements for timely drop-off and pick-up. Thank you for your support of our archery teams.
Please make arrangements for timely drop-off and pick-up. Thank you for your support of our archery teams.
Students will not have school on Friday, January 16, 2026; however, teachers will report to work that day.
There will be no school for students or staff on Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
There will be no school for students or staff on Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Beta members who are attending the regional leadership summit will be selling Nothing Bundt Cakes until Feb. 2nd. If you would like to order, please call the high school and ask for Mrs. Heather or Mrs. Turner.
For safety reasons, all students must be dropped off in the mornings at the High School office building only. The lower building is designated for preschool drop-off only and should not be used for student drop-off.
We appreciate your cooperation as we work to keep all students safe.
We appreciate your cooperation as we work to keep all students safe.
Screamin' Eagle Fans: Brackets for the Jr. High Screamin' Eagle Invitational Tournament have been updated. The two games on the schedule for tonight begin at 5:00!
The Hillcrest School District will dismiss tomorrow, Tuesday, January 13, at 12:30PM. (see attached power outage). Pee Wee games are planned to go on as scheduled, beginning at 5:30pm at Lynn.
The High School will be conducting spring ATLAS Interim testing this week, Monday-Thursday. Students need to make sure their MacBooks are charged each night before. Testing groups/locations will be posted at each office.
During enrichment, Mr. Maxwell challenged students Tripp Blackburn and Gunner Baxter to design and build a bridge using only popsicle sticks—strong enough to hold at least 40 pounds. Through creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork, the boys not only met the challenge but exceeded expectations when their bridge was tested. We love seeing our students rise to the challenge and apply their learning in such hands-on ways!
Our district Gifted and Talented Coordinator, Mrs. Kara Britton, has been busy creating a website that houses GT documents, including nomination forms, and highlights the services available to our students. You can find the website on the Hillcrest School District webpage or by clicking the link below.
https://sites.google.com/eagles1.k12.ar.us/hillcrest-gt/home
Attention Hillcrest Elementary Parents: Hillcrest Elementary classes will begin at 7:50 on Mondays, beginning this Monday, January 12th. Hillcrest HS will continue late starting Monday, elementary will not.
Just a reminder as we begin this New Year of the food program that our school has to support students and families in need.
Attention Senior Parents/Guardians:
January 26, 2026, is the final day to order a senior yearbook ad. Don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate your senior!
Visit yearbookforever.com to place your order.
January 26, 2026, is the final day to order a senior yearbook ad. Don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate your senior!
Visit yearbookforever.com to place your order.
Hillcrest Middle School and High School Archery teams will have practice after school on Thursday, January 8th, from 3:30–5:00 p.m.
Educators from across our district came together today to dig into our district report card data, reflect on our progress, and collaborate on ways to best support every student.
This important work reflects our shared commitment to growth, teamwork, and providing the highest-quality education for our community. We are proud of the dedication our teachers show—not just in their classrooms, but across the entire district.
We are looking forward to welcoming back students tomorrow!
Reminder to all Hillcrest parents: The Hillcrest School District will resume classes on Tuesday, January 6th, beginning at 7:50AM. Tomorrow, Monday, January 5th is professional development for teachers only.
Updated Rumble in the Rock Tournament Brackets for Sr Girls and Sr Boys. Both teams will play round 1 Monday December 29 @Calico Rock. Good luck to both teams!
Go Screamin' Eagles!
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A big thank you to two Hillcrest High School volunteers. Emma Parker and Carson Britton helped with the City of Lynn bike give away that happened Thursday night. It's always great to see students giving back and helping out!
Mrs. Britton's 7th, 8th and 9th English classes each celebrated achieving their reading book goals for the 2nd nine weeks this past Tuesday. Students were treated to brownies, cookie cake and hot chocolate. Several students missed the photo. Keep up the great work!
Archery shirts are here! They are being handed out today. We were short 15 shirts when we ordered. So if you didn't receive your shirt. We will have it by the end of our first week back from Christmas break. Sorry any inconvenience.
As part of our student of the month assembly, our students have also been helping to select our teachers of the month. This December the following were selected:
Jr. High Teacher of the Month- Mr. Story
Sr. High Teacher of the Month- Mr. Tate
Staff Member of the Month- Coach Smith
