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There’s nothing quite like your school yearbook!

Capture the memories, friendships, and special moments from this school year in a keepsake your child will treasure for years to come! Order your child’s yearbook today!
Take advantage of our current yearbook offer — but hurry! The current offer is valid for ONLY 2 MORE DAYS!
8 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Order you child's yearbook today!
T-Shirt Order Deadline is THIS Friday!

Our PTO is hosting a fabulous T-Shirt Fundraiser, and we’d love for you to show off your Hill City Spirit! Even better—$5 from every purchase goes directly back to our school!

Don’t miss out! Order your Hill City Spiritwear today and show your school pride!
10 days ago, Hill City Elementary
The last day to order HCES t-shirts through PTO is Friday.
It’s time to pass the Hawk again!

Mrs. Smith passed the Hawk to our outstanding Intervention Team—Barbara Whitaker, Kayla Culbreth, Becky Jones, and Kati Buchanan!

Here’s why:
“These ladies have been working hard to help get our school year off to a great start. From testing students for beginning-of-year benchmark assessments to unpacking and organizing teaching materials, they have jumped in wherever they were needed and never hesitated to help.

I truly appreciate your hard work, dedication, and willingness to do whatever it takes to support our students and teachers. Your behind-the-scenes work does not go unnoticed, and we are so lucky to have such a hardworking team!"

10 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Mrs. Smith passed the Hawk to our outstanding Intervention Team—Barbara Whitaker, Kayla Culbreth, Becky Jones, and Kati Buchanan!
Thank you to Revolution Church Outreach for providing snacks for our students who may need a little extra nourishment throughout the day!

We are so grateful for your generosity and continued support of our Hawk families. Partnerships like yours make such a meaningful difference in our school community!

Thank you for helping us take care of our Hawks! #CommunityPartners
13 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Thank you to Revolution Church Outreach for providing snacks for our students who may need a little extra nourishment throughout the day!
Thank you to Pickens Cheerleading for sharing your smiles with us during morning car drop-off today! We loved starting our day with your Dragon spirit!

Thank you also to Deputy Roach, who faithfully escorts our Flag Leaders each morning and teaches them about the honor of raising the American flag.

Today was particularly poignant as we commemorated the 25th anniversary of 9/11, with the flag properly raised to half-staff in remembrance of those who lost their lives and in honor of those who served and sacrificed.
13 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Thank you to Deputy Roach for leading our Flag Leaders daily.
Congratulations to Asher! Thanks to his hard work, this kindergartner in Mrs. Brownell's class has completed his fluency folder and earned a token for the Book Vending Machine. We are proud of you!
13 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Asher finished his fluency folder and earned a book!
Thank you to the Pickens County Retired Educators Association for treating us!

We know you’ve been in our shoes, and we truly appreciate you recognizing that our profession, while incredibly rewarding, can certainly come with some tough days, too. Your thoughtfulness and encouragement mean so much to us!
13 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Thank you Pickens County Retired Educators for the treats!
Thank you Pickens County Retired Educators for the treats!
Thank you Pickens County Retired Educators for the treats!
Hooray for Brantley, Rowan, and Jeremiah!

These hard-working kindergartners in Mrs. Roper’s class have officially finished their fluency folders! And what a great way to celebrate—with some fantastic non-fiction book choices from the Book Vending Machine using their hard-earned tokens!
13 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Brantley, Rowan, and Jeremiah have finished their fluency folders.
The Happy Hawks PTO Shop opens TOMORROW!

Students can shop for Hawk spirit items, school supplies, and so much more!

Most items are just $1–$5, making it easy for students to find something fun while staying within budget. And the best part? Every purchase helps support our school through the PTO!

The PTO Shop will be open twice a month, so be sure to watch for upcoming shop days!

14 days ago, Hill City Elementary
The Happy Hawks PTO Shop is open twice each month. Tomorrow is the first day!
Interested in volunteering at Hill City?

You can make a difference! Reach out today to get involved and support our Hawks!

Our volunteer training is on September 25th at 9:00 a.m. (Anyone who wishes to volunteer must attend.)
14 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Volunteers are needed at Hill City. You can help!
This Book Just Ate My Dog! What?! Yep, it’s true!

Richard Byrne’s silly, interactive story was the perfect book to kick off Mrs. Everett’s Pre-K class’s very first visit to the media center last week!
14 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Mrs. Everett's PreK class visited the media center for the first time last week.
Tomorrow is Pastries with the Principal and PTO!

Join Dr. Kretschmar and our PTO for a special time of conversation and connection.

All families are welcome! We’d love to see you at 8:00 a.m. and hear your thoughts as we continue working together to support our students and school community.
14 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Pastries with the Principal and PTO is tomorrow at 8:00 a.m.
Lots of Dots!
Mrs. Allen’s PreK artists had fun making colorful dot paintings!
14 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Painting in Mrs. Allen's PreK class.
Painting in Mrs. Allen's PreK class.
Painting in Mrs. Allen's PreK class.
Painting in Mrs. Allen's PreK class.
We are cheering for Brooklyn and Jonah! These kindergartners in Ms. Jenkins' class have completed their fluency folders! That's terrific! We are so proud of your hard work, Brooklyn and Jonah!
16 days ago, Hill City Elementary
We are cheering for Brooklyn and Jonah! These kindergartners in Ms. Jenkins' class have completed their fluency folders!

Show your Hill City Hawk spirit!

Our P.T.O. is hosting a T-shirt fundraiser, and just look at all the cute designs! Every purchase gives $5 back to our school, so it’s a win-win!

20 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Show your Hill City Hawk spirit! 💙  Our P.T.O. is hosting a T-shirt fundraiser, and just look at all the cute designs! 👕 Every purchase gives $5 back to our school, so it’s a win-win!
Check out the latest news from our wonderful P.T.O.!
20 days ago, Hill City Elementary
September Newsletter from PTO.
Spencer is reading about “Animal Homes”!

This kindergartner from Mrs. Roper’s class finished her fluency folder and earned a special trip to the Book Vending Machine! Congratulations, Spencer! Keep up the great reading!
21 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Spencer earned a trip to the Book Vending Machine for completing her fluency folder.
Lily has earned a visit to the Book Vending Machine! This delightful kindergartner from Mrs. Abbott’s class has mastered her uppercase and lowercase letters, letter sounds, and numbers 0-20.—and what an awesome accomplishment!

We are so proud of you, Lily, and all your hard work. Keep reading!
21 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Lily from Mrs. Abbott's class earned a trip to the Book Vending Machine.

Tomorrow is a Virtual Day! Here is what you and your students can expect:
Grades K–4: Students will receive paper-based activities covering ELA, Math, and Science/Social Studies sent home on Thursday, September 3rd.
Grades 5–12: Students will log into Canvas to complete one independent assignment per course (designed to take about 20 minutes per class).
All teachers will hold virtual, phone, or email office hours throughout the day to answer questions and offer support. Keep an eye out for direct communications from your child's teachers with specific activity details and their office hour schedules. Thank you for partnering with us in your child's learning!

21 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Friday, 9/4, will be a virtual day for all PCSD schools.
“Hoo’s” a great reader? Amelia from Mrs. Tippens' class is! This kindergartner finished her fluency folder and earned a visit to the Book Vending Machine. Way to go, Amelia! Keep reading and “owl-ways” make time for a good book!
22 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Amelia from Mrs. Tippens' class earned a visit to the Book Vending Machine for finishing her fluency folder.