Upcoming Dates: Wednesday April 30th: World Culture Market in the Gym Friday May 2nd: Field Day Monday May 5th-9th: Teacher Appreciation Week! May 13th: PK Awards and EOY Party May 14th: K Awards and EOY Party May 15th: 1st Awards and EOY Party May 16th: 2nd Awards and EOY Party May 19th: 3rd Awards and EOY Party May 20th: 4th Awards and EOY Party May 21st: 5th Awards and EOY Party May 22nd: 6th Awards and EOY Party May 23rd: Last Day of School and Clap Out @ 12:10
If you have any family or teacher shout outs or good things we would love to hear them! You can submit them here: forms.gle/xz2tsDUjFatsM3pC6
-We have several new staff members joining our Hill team next year! I haven't gotten to introduce all of them yet but here is a list of them below! -JoAnn Saia, joining our 2nd grade team from Kooken Early Learning Center -Chantel White, joining our 6th grade team from Fort Worth ISD -Christian Adame, she will be our highly structured alt curriculum teacher coming to us from Lubbock ISD -Ashley Williams, she will be our 3rd TA in our Able Classroom with Mrs. Haley Johnson -Harold Wilcox, he will be our PE TA with Coach Mitchell Other moves: -Kaydee Bass is moving from the Highly Structured Alt Curriculum classroom to our K-2 Able classroom! Her 2 TA's are moving with her -Ashley Acosta is moving from K-2 Able to Kindergarten! -Johnna Manson is moving from PE TA to our 3rd Resource/Inclusion TA
I hope you all have a wonderful week! If for some reason it rains on Friday for Field Day, we will have a back up plan. Stay tuned for that!
Amazon Wish List for Hill Elementary Parents and Families: Please sign up to adopt a teacher or teacher assistant below! This will be the person you love on all week during Teacher/TA Appreciation Wee...
Arlington ISD's Father Fest is on May 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Arlington ISD Athletics Center. This FREE event celebrates fatherhood and families with live music, food, prizes, interactive activities and a car show. Read more and register for a fun-filled day at: www.aisd.net/district-news/arlington-isd-father-fest-is-may-17. ... See MoreSee Less
Hey families! We have another staffing update for us! We are so glad to welcome Chantel White to the 6th grade team! We are adding a 4th section to our 6th grade team next year and are so excited about this addition! Chantel currently teaches in Fort Worth ISD as a 6th grade math teacher. See below what makes her shine! We are so excited for her to join our Hill community!
Hi there! I’m Ms. White, and I’m so happy to be here! I’m originally from Georgia and have been working with kids since high school—it’s truly my passion. Before stepping into the classroom, I was a nanny for over 10 years. Outside of school, I love singing, hanging out with my friends, leading my small group, and being on my church’s worship team. I’m all about building strong relationships and creating a space where everyone feels like family!
I’m beyond excited to be a Hill Highlander and join the awesome 6th grade team! I can’t wait to meet my students, build a fun and supportive classroom, and make this year one to remember. I’m looking forward to learning, laughing, and growing together all year long!
If you want to reach out to her before hand, her email is: chantel.white14@gmail.com
Celebrate Earth Day with Arlington ISD on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Dan Dipert Career + Technical Center. Enjoy free activities like face painting, arts and crafts, bat sanctuary info, bee presentations, free hot dogs, a quilt raffle, seedling giveaways and more.
We are adding a 4th section to our 2nd grade classes next year and we are so blessed to have JoAnn Saia come to us from Kooken Early Learning Center! See below what makes JoAnn so special.
From JoAnn: This is my third-year teaching with Arlington ISD. I substituted in all grades K-5th, while I finished my bachelor's degree and my teaching certification. (My bachelor's is a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies with a minor in church teaching- I was called to ministry but in the field and not directly serving in the church) I LOVE teaching. I have taught adults, teens and served in kids ministry for many years. When I substituted in a second-grade class, I knew I was called to inspire a love for learning at the Elementary level. I started my career with Arlington ISD at Kooken Early Childhood Center teaching PREK3 for the past three years. My goal is to gain experience in other grade levels to challenge myself and continually grow.
My educational philosophy is for my students to love learning, for the things that they learn to be meaningful and helpful both intellectually and practically. There is not one particular way of teaching, just like there are different types of learners. Learning must be lucid (expressed clearly, easy to understand), transformative (causing a marked change in someone) and ardent (enthusiastic or passionate). Learning evolves and teaching with upskilling (Involves learning new skills to improve performance) and reskilling (Involves learning new skills to adapt to a different role) will allow scholars to easily adapt (to change), be effective and successful as they grow.
I am most excited to share in the excellence I have read and heard about here at Hill Elementary. I did not grow up in Texas (was born here). I am an Army brat. Moved every two years and have traveled all over the world. I also enlisted in the Air Force as a Medical Technician and served a short term at Barksdale AFB-so I too am a Veteran. I am married to a wonderful man and have 4 adult children and 4 Grandchildren with one on the way! I love to read, travel and stay in shape!
I look forward to serving alongside my amazing colleagues at Hill Elementary, and getting to know each of you and your scholars. I especially want to thank you for trusting me to love, care and educate your scholars.
If you want to reach out to Joann and welcome her you can here: jsaia@aisd.net ... See MoreSee Less
Hey guys! As our applicants get processed and hired, I will send you their information so we can celebrate our new additions to Hill!
This week we are introducing you to Harold Wilcox, our NEW PE Teacher Assistant! Our current PE Teacher Assistant, Johnna Manson, is transitioning in our 3rd Resource/Inclusion Teacher Assistant Role at Hill so we are not losing her, she is just moving over to where her passion lies! We are SO excited for Harold to join our Hill family! See below what makes him so special!
From Harold:
Hello Hill Elementary! My name is Harold Wilcox and I am a lighthearted person who enjoys teaching, inspiring, and mentoring our youth. Prior to coming to Hill, I served in the U.S. Navy for 20 years, I was a NJROTC Instructor in Lewisville ISD, and I roamed around Arlington ISD as a substitute teacher. Now I am ready to settle in and serve at Hill Elementary.
During my free time I enjoy spending time and pouring into my family. We are very outgoing and like to do all types of activities, outings, traveling, and staycations together. I'm coming to Hill to serve as a PE Teacher assistant. What I'm most excited about is the opportunity to team up with Hill's teachers, faculty and staff to continue helping create a safe and encouraging environment where all students become life-long learners.
If you want to personally reach out and welcome Coach Wilcox you can email him at: hwilcox@aisd.net
It is another BUSY week! I will keep our Monday Messenger in an easy to read format so you don't miss anything!
Parenting Tip: At my Coffee with the Principal this morning we had a parent share about a Facebook and Youtube page called Officer Gomez. He is a school resource officer in the US and he shares TONS of important information for cyber safety if you have kiddos who have phones or who are navigating their online world! Give him a follow here: www.youtube.com/channel/UCXkte-5lPIcRHLvvEtYOB2A?app=desktop
Tuesday April 22nd-School Bus Driver Day! Wednesday April 23rd-Administrative Assistant Day! Celebrate Whitney Durr and Sherry Lopez! (see graphic attached) Wednesday April 23rd-5th and 6th Grade Math STAAR Thursday April 24th-3rd and 4th Grade Math STAAR Friday April 25th-Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast! 7:50-8:30 in the Library. Come on by and enjoy some breakfast treats if you volunteer in any way here! Friday April 25th-Hill Talent Show!
Things to Note: -We will have a closed campus on Wednesday and Thursday of this week due to testing! -Your attendance still matters! Even after STAAR is over, let's finish the 6th six weeks strong! Our goal is 95.2% or higher each day and this current six weeks we are doing GREAT at that! -If you have feedback or questions you want me to answer please fill out the Spill with Hill for May. It will be the last one of the school year! forms.gle/R7yxBtKjeSLDQc6W8 -If you have some good things or shout outs for staff or other families, please share those here! forms.gle/ztxfPJ3Nfhw2SzBLA
Hi Families!
I hope you all had a GREAT weekend! See below important communication for the week!
Parenting Podcast of the Week: If you need some encouragement or support, I
open.spotify.com/episode/3BfLR2hIZNNbBkQDugHiaz?si=x0mKyJMGQQuQMHLKbnsrOw
Upcoming Dates:
Wednesday April 30th: World Culture Market in the Gym
Friday May 2nd: Field Day
Monday May 5th-9th: Teacher Appreciation Week!
May 13th: PK Awards and EOY Party
May 14th: K Awards and EOY Party
May 15th: 1st Awards and EOY Party
May 16th: 2nd Awards and EOY Party
May 19th: 3rd Awards and EOY Party
May 20th: 4th Awards and EOY Party
May 21st: 5th Awards and EOY Party
May 22nd: 6th Awards and EOY Party
May 23rd: Last Day of School and Clap Out @ 12:10
If you have any family or teacher shout outs or good things we would love to hear them! You can submit them here:
forms.gle/xz2tsDUjFatsM3pC6
Things to Note:
-Teacher Appreciation Week is May 5th-9th! See below the teacher's amazon wish list. This is the GREATEST way you can show them love next week!
docs.google.com/document/d/1JpGYnNX5O_LWAknPFo3S8kqnfjNM-xeaQ-NL4d2IoHU/edit?usp=sharing
-We have several new staff members joining our Hill team next year! I haven't gotten to introduce all of them yet but here is a list of them below!
-JoAnn Saia, joining our 2nd grade team from Kooken Early Learning Center
-Chantel White, joining our 6th grade team from Fort Worth ISD
-Christian Adame, she will be our highly structured alt curriculum teacher coming to us from Lubbock ISD
-Ashley Williams, she will be our 3rd TA in our Able Classroom with Mrs. Haley Johnson
-Harold Wilcox, he will be our PE TA with Coach Mitchell
Other moves:
-Kaydee Bass is moving from the Highly Structured Alt Curriculum classroom to our K-2 Able classroom! Her 2 TA's are moving with her
-Ashley Acosta is moving from K-2 Able to Kindergarten!
-Johnna Manson is moving from PE TA to our 3rd Resource/Inclusion TA
I hope you all have a wonderful week! If for some reason it rains on Friday for Field Day, we will have a back up plan. Stay tuned for that!
Love,
Mrs. Longoria ... See MoreSee Less
Amazon Wish List for Hill
docs.google.com
Amazon Wish List for Hill Elementary Parents and Families: Please sign up to adopt a teacher or teacher assistant below! This will be the person you love on all week during Teacher/TA Appreciation Wee...Arlington ISD's Father Fest is on May 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Arlington ISD Athletics Center. This FREE event celebrates fatherhood and families with live music, food, prizes, interactive activities and a car show. Read more and register for a fun-filled day at: www.aisd.net/district-news/arlington-isd-father-fest-is-may-17. ... See MoreSee Less
Hey families! We have another staffing update for us! We are so glad to welcome Chantel White to the 6th grade team! We are adding a 4th section to our 6th grade team next year and are so excited about this addition!
Chantel currently teaches in Fort Worth ISD as a 6th grade math teacher. See below what makes her shine! We are so excited for her to join our Hill community!
Hi there! I’m Ms. White, and I’m so happy to be here! I’m originally from Georgia and have been working with kids since high school—it’s truly my passion. Before stepping into the classroom, I was a nanny for over 10 years. Outside of school, I love singing, hanging out with my friends, leading my small group, and being on my church’s worship team. I’m all about building strong relationships and creating a space where everyone feels like family!
I’m beyond excited to be a Hill Highlander and join the awesome 6th grade team! I can’t wait to meet my students, build a fun and supportive classroom, and make this year one to remember. I’m looking forward to learning, laughing, and growing together all year long!
If you want to reach out to her before hand, her email is: chantel.white14@gmail.com
Thanks guys! ... See MoreSee Less
Celebrate Earth Day with Arlington ISD on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Dan Dipert Career + Technical Center. Enjoy free activities like face painting, arts and crafts, bat sanctuary info, bee presentations, free hot dogs, a quilt raffle, seedling giveaways and more.
🌎 Learn more at: www.aisd.net/district-news/celebrate-earth-day-2025-with-arlington-isd/. We'll see you there! ... See MoreSee Less
Staffing Update #2!
We are adding a 4th section to our 2nd grade classes next year and we are so blessed to have JoAnn Saia come to us from Kooken Early Learning Center! See below what makes JoAnn so special.
From JoAnn: This is my third-year teaching with Arlington ISD. I substituted in all grades K-5th, while I finished my bachelor's degree and my teaching certification. (My bachelor's is a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies with a minor in church teaching- I was called to ministry but in the field and not directly serving in the church) I LOVE teaching. I have taught adults, teens and served in kids ministry for many years. When I substituted in a second-grade class, I knew I was called to inspire a love for learning at the Elementary level. I started my career with Arlington ISD at Kooken Early Childhood Center teaching PREK3 for the past three years. My goal is to gain experience in other grade levels to challenge myself and continually grow.
My educational philosophy is for my students to love learning, for the things that they learn to be meaningful and helpful both intellectually and practically.
There is not one particular way of teaching, just like there are different types of learners. Learning must be lucid (expressed clearly, easy to understand), transformative (causing a marked change in someone) and ardent (enthusiastic or passionate).
Learning evolves and teaching with upskilling (Involves learning new skills to improve performance) and reskilling (Involves learning new skills to adapt to a different role) will allow scholars to easily adapt (to change), be effective and successful as they grow.
I am most excited to share in the excellence I have read and heard about here at Hill Elementary. I did not grow up in Texas (was born here). I am an Army brat. Moved every two years and have traveled all over the world. I also enlisted in the Air Force as a Medical Technician and served a short term at Barksdale AFB-so I too am a Veteran. I am married to a wonderful man and have 4 adult children and 4 Grandchildren with one on the way! I love to read, travel and stay in shape!
I look forward to serving alongside my amazing colleagues at Hill Elementary, and getting to know each of you and your scholars. I especially want to thank you for trusting me to love, care and educate your scholars.
If you want to reach out to Joann and welcome her you can here: jsaia@aisd.net ... See MoreSee Less
Hey guys! As our applicants get processed and hired, I will send you their information so we can celebrate our new additions to Hill!
This week we are introducing you to Harold Wilcox, our NEW PE Teacher Assistant! Our current PE Teacher Assistant, Johnna Manson, is transitioning in our 3rd Resource/Inclusion Teacher Assistant Role at Hill so we are not losing her, she is just moving over to where her passion lies!
We are SO excited for Harold to join our Hill family! See below what makes him so special!
From Harold:
Hello Hill Elementary! My name is Harold Wilcox and I am a lighthearted person who enjoys teaching, inspiring, and mentoring our youth. Prior to coming to Hill, I served in the U.S. Navy for 20 years, I was a NJROTC Instructor in Lewisville ISD, and I roamed around Arlington ISD as a substitute teacher. Now I am ready to settle in and serve at Hill Elementary.
During my free time I enjoy spending time and pouring into my family. We are very outgoing and like to do all types of activities, outings, traveling, and staycations together. I'm coming to Hill to serve as a PE Teacher assistant. What I'm most excited about is the opportunity to team up with Hill's teachers, faculty and staff to continue helping create a safe and encouraging environment where all students become life-long learners.
If you want to personally reach out and welcome Coach Wilcox you can email him at: hwilcox@aisd.net
So excited for him and us! ... See MoreSee Less
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Hi Families!
It is another BUSY week! I will keep our Monday Messenger in an easy to read format so you don't miss anything!
Parenting Tip:
At my Coffee with the Principal this morning we had a parent share about a Facebook and Youtube page called Officer Gomez. He is a school resource officer in the US and he shares TONS of important information for cyber safety if you have kiddos who have phones or who are navigating their online world! Give him a follow here:
www.youtube.com/channel/UCXkte-5lPIcRHLvvEtYOB2A?app=desktop
Upcoming Dates:
Monday April 21st: 5:15 Coffee with the Principal via Zoom! Zoom link and agenda are below:
Agenda:
docs.google.com/document/d/1uNDn7_RTnrhdylc8Qpaa59IoIXOCcWZ1luhtXGLehDg/edit?usp=sharing
Zoom link if you are joining at 5:15 PM
Kasie Longoria is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Spring Coffee with the Principal
us04web.zoom.us/j/76578327652?pwd=zg22vOxCPIiIRUpeyjHhipyWzfXqdO.1
Meeting ID: 765 7832 7652
Passcode: 3kP3Hw
Tuesday April 22nd-School Bus Driver Day!
Wednesday April 23rd-Administrative Assistant Day! Celebrate Whitney Durr and Sherry Lopez! (see graphic attached)
Wednesday April 23rd-5th and 6th Grade Math STAAR
Thursday April 24th-3rd and 4th Grade Math STAAR
Friday April 25th-Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast! 7:50-8:30 in the Library. Come on by and enjoy some breakfast treats if you volunteer in any way here!
Friday April 25th-Hill Talent Show!
Things to Note:
-We will have a closed campus on Wednesday and Thursday of this week due to testing!
-Your attendance still matters! Even after STAAR is over, let's finish the 6th six weeks strong! Our goal is 95.2% or higher each day and this current six weeks we are doing GREAT at that!
-If you have feedback or questions you want me to answer please fill out the Spill with Hill for May. It will be the last one of the school year!
forms.gle/R7yxBtKjeSLDQc6W8
-If you have some good things or shout outs for staff or other families, please share those here!
forms.gle/ztxfPJ3Nfhw2SzBLA
Thank you all! I am so grateful for each of you!
Love,
Mrs. Longoria ... See MoreSee Less
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