Annual activities, events and programs

Porch Party/Back to School Bash 

At the beginning of each school year, Hillside PTA hosts a Porch Party. Parents are invited to meet their child's new teachers, drop off school supplies, take a tour of the building, and buy spirit wear. 

Math and science night with the Perot Museum

Our annual Math and Science Night, hosted in partnership with the Perot Museum, invites families to an evening of fun and exploration. This event offers a unique STEM experience, featuring hands-on activities that cover everything from cell biology to sports medicine. Families will have the opportunity to engage with the museum's exhibits and enjoy learning together in a fun, interactive environment.

Hispanic Heritage Month

Hillside celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15 each year. Students participate in a variety of activities, including a traditional dress day, arts and dance. See the first graders in the video below practicing a traditional dance.

Scholastic book fairs

Twice a year, students have the opportunity, with their families, to purchase books from a wide selection of age-appropriate materials. This allows families to grow their home libraries, while supporting our school.

The book fair also bring in money for the library to purchase resources such as:

• new books for the library
• books for book clubs
• technology
• author visits
• makerspace materials

Multicultural night

Go around the world at Hillside. Each spring, Hillside hosts a Multicultural Night. Hillside families share cultures and heritage with the community, sharing food, information, activities and traditional dance.