Pre-K Enrollment Opportunity at Hill City Elementary!
Families can sign up now to finish out Pre-K at Hill City Elementary for the 2025–2026 school year. We currently have six spots available immediately for eligible students. Give your child a strong start in a fun, nurturing learning environment—spots are limited! Enroll at https://www.pickens.k12.ga.us/o/pcs/page/enroll-new-student
1 day ago, Pickens County School District - GA
Pre-K Enrollment Opportunity at Hill City Elementary for 2025-26 School Year
It's time for an easy meal! Tomorrow is our Buffalo Luke's Spirit Day, so please swing by, enjoy a tasty bite, and help out our school. Be sure to mention which grade level you are supporting because the one with the most visitors earns a special treat. Thank you!
1 day ago, Hill City Elementary
Please joins us at Buffalo Lukes tomorrow night!
Please joins us at Buffalo Lukes tomorrow night!

Happy New Year from Mrs. Dilbeck’s class!

Last week, these amazing kindergartners rang in the New Year with a fun confetti countdown, thoughtful goal-setting, and a special read-aloud of "One Word for Kids" by Jon Gordon, Dan Britton, and Jimmy Page. The story inspired each student to choose one powerful word to focus on as they work toward their best year ever!

1 day ago, Hill City Elementary
Happy New Year from Mrs. Dilbeck's kindergarten!
Happy New Year from Mrs. Dilbeck's kindergarten!
Happy New Year from Mrs. Dilbeck's kindergarten!
Happy New Year from Mrs. Dilbeck's kindergarten!
Happy New Year from Mrs. Dilbeck's kindergarten!
Happy New Year from Mrs. Dilbeck's kindergarten!
Happy New Year from Mrs. Dilbeck's kindergarten!
Happy New Year from Mrs. Dilbeck's kindergarten!
Congratulations, Mrs. Henson!

She's been recognized by PCSD as the Dragon Award Teacher recipient for December! As our lead special education teacher, Mrs. Henson has a true passion for all students and works to ensure each one gets what they need to be successful.

She is also an outstanding team leader—always professional, kind, and ready to support the teachers who serve alongside her. Thank you, Mrs. Henson, for all you do for our students and staff!
1 day ago, Hill City Elementary
Mrs. Henson receives the Dragon Award for December!
More Kindergarten Sight Word Success!

Colton, Owen, and Rory are the newest reading rockstars from Mrs. Gartrell’s class! They earned a celebratory trip to the Book Vending Machine and are now moving on to their fluency folders.

Way to go!—keep working hard and reading strong!
1 day ago, Hill City Elementary
Colton, Owen, and Rory mastered their sight words and earn a book!
Congratulations, Cooper! This kindergartner in Mrs. Dilbeck's class has mastered his kindergarten sight words and earned a visit to the Book Vending Machine. Cheers to you on your great reading accomplishment!
2 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Cooper mastered his kindergarten sight words.

A big shout out of CONGRATULATIONS to Eevee in Mrs. Dilbeck's classroom! She's completed her kindergarten sight words and earned a visit to the Book Vending Machine. Way to go, Eevee! We are proud of you and your hard work!

5 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Eevee earned a visit to the Book Vending Machine for completing her sight words.
Way to go, faculty and staff!
We’re back on top for Best Staff Attendance! Amazing job—thank you for your commitment! Your dedication makes all the difference!
5 days ago, Hill City Elementary
HCES has earned the Best Staff Attendance  recognition again!
Busy learners in Mrs. Shealey’s classroom! Her firsties are mastering new centers by building heart words with playdough, writing dictated sentences, and practicing reading fluency. We are so proud of their hard work and enthusiasm!
5 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Mrs. Shealey's first graders are working hard at their independent centers.
Mrs. Shealey's first graders are working hard at their independent centers.
Mrs. Shealey's first graders are working hard at their independent centers.
Mrs. Shealey's first graders are working hard at their independent centers.
Mrs. Shealey's first graders are working hard at their independent centers.
Mrs. Shealey's first graders are working hard at their independent centers.
Last Chance!
The organizers of the Holiday Shed of Hope raffle will draw the winner TOMORROW!

So, enter to win this beautifully crafted shed—perfect for storage, hobbies, a cozy "she-shed," or even a playhouse. Tickets are just $10 each or 3 for $25.

❤️ Every dollar supports Camp Sunshine, helping children battling cancer experience joy and hope.

Grab your raffle tickets (1… or 2… or 20!) using the QR code before it’s too late!
6 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Last chance to purchase a raffle ticket for Holiday Shed of Hope.
The Little Free Library is freshly restocked and ready to go!
Stop by and find your next favorite book—nonfiction, popular series, or a picture book perfect for sharing.
6 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Our Little Free Library is restocked.
Pre-K Enrollment Opportunity at Hill City Elementary!
Families can sign up now to finish out Pre-K at Hill City Elementary for the 2025–2026 school year. We currently have six spots available immediately for eligible students. Give your child a strong start in a fun, nurturing learning environment—spots are limited! Enroll at https://www.pickens.k12.ga.us/o/pcs/page/enroll-new-student
6 days ago, Pickens County School District - GA
Pre-K Enrollment Opportunity at Hill City Elementary for 2025-26 School Year

Way to go, Darby! This kindergartner in Ms. Jenkins class has mastered all of her kindergarten sight words. She is now working on her kindergarten fluency folder. Congratulations on your academic accomplishment and earning a trip to the Book Vending Machine, Darby!

7 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Darby finished her kindergarten sight words!
Pre-K Enrollment Opportunity at Hill City Elementary!
Families can sign up now to finish out Pre-K at Hill City Elementary for the 2025–2026 school year. We currently have six spots available immediately for eligible students. Give your child a strong start in a fun, nurturing learning environment—spots are limited! Enroll at https://www.pickens.k12.ga.us/o/pcs/page/enroll-new-student.
8 days ago, Pickens County School District - GA
Pre-K Enrollment Opportunity at Hill City Elementary for 2025-26 School Year
Returning from holiday break can be tough—even for faculty and staff—but not today! Thanks to our Powerful Partnership Committee teaming up with the PTO, Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck rolled up and delivered the perfect cup of caffeinated (or decaf!) positive energy. Cheers to a fantastic 2026!
8 days ago, Hill City Elementary
The staff was treated to Tom's Coffee Truck today!
Congratulations to Ms. Delane Johnson and Mrs. Kellie Henson!

We are proud to celebrate Ms. Delane as our Staff Member of the Month and Mrs. Henson as our Teacher of the Month!

Thank you both for the positive impact you make every day on Team Hill City Hawk. Your dedication, heart, and hard work do not go unnoticed.
26 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Mrs. Delane is Staff Member of the Month and Mrs. Henson is Teacher of the Month.
Science Challenge: Can You Make the Grinch’s Heart Grow 3 Sizes?

Students visited the Computer/STEM Lab with Mrs. Raines to put their science skills to the test! Using baking soda (a base) and vinegar (an acid), they created a chemical reaction to inflate balloons

The challenge? Figuring out the just right amounts to make the Grinch’s heart grow to three sizes—small, medium, and large! Science has never been Grinchy!
26 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Grinch chemical reaction in Computer/STEM lab.
Grinch chemical reaction in Computer/STEM lab.
Grinch chemical reaction in Computer/STEM lab.
Grinch chemical reaction in Computer/STEM lab.
Rudolph, the Red-Nose Reindeer, is guiding the way to better readers in Mrs. Sultan’s class! Students were all smiles as they received a cuddly Rudolph stuffie and a special book—making reading time extra merry and magical!
26 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Mrs. Sultan's class with their Rudolph stuffies and books.
Mrs. Culbreth’s third graders paid a sweet visit to Mrs. Roper’s kindergarten to share Christmas stories and smiles.

Little listeners + big buddies = holiday magic on the Hill! Because book buddies make every story better!
26 days ago, Hill City Elementary
Mrs. Culbreth's third graders read to Mrs. Roper's kindergarten.
Mrs. Culbreth's third graders read to Mrs. Roper's kindergarten.
Mrs. Culbreth's third graders read to Mrs. Roper's kindergarten.
Mrs. Culbreth's third graders read to Mrs. Roper's kindergarten.
Mrs. Culbreth's third graders read to Mrs. Roper's kindergarten.
Mrs. Culbreth's third graders read to Mrs. Roper's kindergarten.
Mrs. Culbreth's third graders read to Mrs. Roper's kindergarten.
Mrs. Culbreth's third graders read to Mrs. Roper's kindergarten.
3D Printer Magic in Mrs. Allen’s PreK!

Letter formation is an important skill to master, and our littlest Hawks are hard at work learning to write their names. How cute are these 3D-printed name ornaments?! What a precious Christmas memory that will be treasured by families for years to come.

This amazing 3D printer was made possible thanks to our generous Bright Ideas Grant from Amicaloa EMC. We love seeing learning and creativity come together! Thank you, again!
26 days ago, Hill City Elementary
PreK makes 3D printer name ornaments.