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  • "When you want to succeed as bad as you want to breathe, then you’ll be successful" ~Eric Thomas (submitted by Justin Edgecombe)
  • “If you take the time to do something correct the first time, you don’t have to spend the extra time redoing it.” (Submitted by Dr. Young)
  • “The future belongs to those who are prepared.... Education is the passport to the future.” ~Malcolm X (Submitted by Mr. Hennessy)
Shamari Bowie at KinderCare for Key Club Community Outreach Day.

Hillcrest Key Club Brings Fun & Games to the Community

March 15, 2017

The Hillcrest family’s dedication to serving its community was excellently demonstrated through Ms. Trench’s Key Club this month. During their annual Community Outreach Day, the Key Club brought over...

ASA’s Origins Fair Was A Success

ASA’s Origins Fair Was A Success

March 14, 2017

The Hillcrest African Student Association’s Origins Fair on February 26th successfully achieved the goals of encouraging people to be comfortable with who they are and nurturing the dignity of diversity. Student...

Hillcrest Teacher of English Michele Collins

Hillcrest’s English Teacher Michele Collins Selected for NYC Marathon

March 9, 2017

HIllcrest High School’s very own Michele Collins has been selected to run the New York City (NYC) Marathon, which will be held November 5th. The NYC Marathon prides itself on being one of the top three...

Hillcrest’s BPA Succeeds at State Competition

Hillcrest’s BPA Succeeds at State Competition

March 7, 2017

Last weekend, seven members of Hillcrest’s Business Professionals of America traveled to BPA’s Illinois State Leadership Conference in Oak Brook, IL, to participate in the competitive events program. Hillcrest...

BHSD 228 Educational Foundation Presents Scholarship Opportunity

BHSD 228 Educational Foundation Presents Scholarship Opportunity

March 3, 2017

ATTENTION ALL SENIORS: The BHSD 228 Educational Foundation has a scholarship opportunity for two graduating senior students at Hillcrest High School. The Mark and Moira Schmidt Scholarship is a $1000...

Members of Mrs. Russell’s freshman Introduction to English class pose with copies of August Wilson’s play Fences.

Hillcrest Students Attend Private Screening of Fences

March 2, 2017

On February 16, 2017, fifty-five students from Mrs. Russell’s and Mrs. Broome's Introduction to English classes attended a private screening of the film Fences at Marcus Theaters in Country Club Hills. The...

Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard

Hillcrest’s Red Queen Book Club Sponsors Themed Events

March 2, 2017

Hillcrest students and staff have an opportunity to read Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard as part of the IMC Department '4 in 4' Book Club.  The District Foundation Board awarded the IMC Department the funds...

Hillcrest student artwork exhibited at the Museum of Science & Industry

Hillcrest Art Students Showcase their Talent at the Museum of Science and Industry

March 2, 2017

Hillcrest High School wishes to offer its congratulations to the following art students: Oluwatosin Otabor, Timeon Oyeyemi, Mia Jones, Walter Thomas, Tabytha Jones, Kenneth Washington, Jayson Coley, Imani...

Hillcrest Junior Class Announces 2017 Prom

Hillcrest Junior Class Announces 2017 Prom

February 24, 2017

The Hillcrest High School Junior Class Presents Diamonds are Forever Prom 2017 Friday, May 12, 2017 7:00 P.M. - 11:00 P.M. Tuscany Falls Banquets 9425 W. 191st St. Mokena, IL Ticket Prices:...

Hillcrest African Student Association Announces Origins Fair: The Sequel

Hillcrest African Student Association Announces Origins Fair: The Sequel

February 22, 2017

The Hillcrest African Student Association proudly invites community members to their Origins Fair on Tuesday, 2/28/17 from 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. in Hillcrest’s Back Gym. This free event designed to celebrate...

Hillcrest BPA Continues to Soar!

Hillcrest BPA Continues to Soar!

February 21, 2017

Hillcrest’s Business Professionals of America (BPA) continues to achieve its goals and reach new heights this year. At Hillcrest High School, and throughout District 228, BPA students participate...

The Hillcrest Science Club Gives Robot (Anthropomorphic) Life

The Hillcrest Science Club Gives Robot (Anthropomorphic) Life

February 21, 2017

The Hillcrest Science Club built their first robot this year. In the past, the Science Club has built bridges, various goos, and even a t-shirt launcher, but this year they set their sights on a radio...

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