2024-25 Calendar of Events
End-of-the-Year Testing
Our students will be participating in state testing this week. To help them do their very best, please make sure they get a good night’s sleep before each testing day and eat a healthy breakfast in the morning.
We’re so proud of all the hard work they’ve done this year — now it’s time to show what they know!
Let’s help them feel calm, confident, and ready to shine! 🌟
Mother's Day Tea
PreK, K and 1st Grade
Enjoy tea, treats, and special performances from our little ones — a sweet way to say “thank you” for all you do.
Dress Code: Come as you are or in your tea party best!
We look forward to celebrating YOU!
Talent Show
Get ready to be amazed! Our students are bringing the stage to life with their incredible talents in this year’s Student Talent Show!
This performance will be for students only during the school day. From singing and dancing to jokes and juggling, our talented performers are ready to entertain their peers!
We can’t wait to cheer each other on and celebrate the creativity in our school community! 🎶🌟
School Field Trip
Pittsburgh Zoo Field Trip
📅 Date: May 23, 2025
📍 Destination: Pittsburgh Zoo
⏰ Meet at School: 8:00 AM sharp
🚌 Departure: 8:15 AM (Parents must transport students)
🎡 Estimated Arrival at Zoo: 9:30 AM
🎟 Group Admission: Student admission covered by school.
Mother's Day Tea
2nd - 7th Grade
Enjoy tea, treats, and special performances from our little ones — a sweet way to say “thank you” for all you do.
Dress Code: Come as you are or in your tea party best!
We look forward to celebrating YOU!
Memorial Day - No School
As we observe Memorial Day, we take time to honor and remember the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. In recognition of their courage and dedication, there will be no school today. Let us use this day to reflect on their sacrifices and the freedoms we enjoy because of their bravery.
Heavenly Father,
On this Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor those who have given their lives in service to our nation. We are deeply grateful for their courage, sacrifice, and dedication. Their bravery has preserved the freedoms we hold dear, and we honor their memory with reverence and gratitude. We ask for Your blessings on all who have served and their families. Grant them peace, comfort, and strength as they remember their loved ones and continue their own journey of service and sacrifice. Help us, as students and members of this community, to carry forward the legacy of those who have served by living with integrity, compassion, and gratitude. May we cherish the freedoms they have secured and work to build a better, more just world in their honor. Thank You for the gift of freedom and the opportunity to live in a country where we can learn, grow, and contribute. In Your holy name, we pray. Amen.
Wishing you a reflective and meaningful Memorial Day. We look forward to welcoming you back to school with renewed appreciation for the values and freedoms we hold dear.
Older Students Water Day
2nd Grade - 7th Grade Students
Students Dress Code: T-shirt (no inappropriate graphics, modest length [no mid-drift showing]), shorts (fingertip length)
Younger Students Water Day
PreK / K / 1st Grade
Students Dress Code: T-shirt (no inappropriate graphics, modest length [no mid-drift showing]), shorts (fingertip length)
Last Day of School
As we reach the end of the school year and look forward to the summer break, we want to express our gratitude for the dedication, hard work, and support that has made this year a success.
Heavenly Father,
We come before You with hearts full of gratitude as we close out this school year. Thank You for guiding us through the months of learning, growth, and community. We are grateful for the achievements, the lessons learned, and the friendships forged. As we transition into summer, we ask for Your blessings upon our school families. May this break be a time of rest, rejuvenation, and joy. Grant each student and family the opportunity to enjoy relaxation, adventure, and quality time together. We pray for safety and well-being throughout the summer months. May this time away from school be filled with opportunities for discovery, laughter, and meaningful experiences. Help us to carry forward the lessons and values learned during the school year into our summer activities. May we remain grateful for the blessings we have and find ways to share our joy and kindness with others. We look forward to returning with renewed energy and enthusiasm for the new school year ahead. Until then, we trust in Your care and guidance. In Your holy name, we pray. Amen.
Wishing you a restful and enjoyable summer. We look forward to seeing you back at school refreshed and ready for new adventures!
Field Day
All students will participate in our school field day activities.
We will be having a cookout as a school for lunch to celebrate our last day together!
Dress Code: Shorts, t-shirt and tennis shoes
Easter/Spring Break
As we embark on Spring Break, we wish you a time of rest, renewal, and joy. May this break provide you with opportunities to refresh and rejuvenate as we transition into a new season.
Heavenly Father,
We thank You for the gift of this Spring Break, a time to step away from our usual routines and embrace a season of renewal. We are grateful for the opportunities to rest, explore, and spend quality time with our loved ones. We ask for Your blessings upon our school community during this break. May each family find joy in their time together and be refreshed by Your grace. Guide us as we enjoy these moments of relaxation and recreation, and keep us safe in all our travels and activities. Help us to cherish the beauty of this season and the promise of new beginnings it represents. As we look forward to returning to our school with renewed energy, may we carry with us the peace and joy of this time away. Thank You for Your continued care and for the many blessings You bestow upon us. May this Spring Break be a time of meaningful connection and rejuvenation for all. In Your holy name, we pray. Amen.
Wishing you a restful and enjoyable Spring Break. We look forward to seeing you back at school, refreshed and ready for the exciting days ahead.
Chapel Chat
In Genesis 1, the theme of "goodness" (tov) plays a crucial role in the creation narrative, with the term appearing repeatedly to highlight the value and purpose of each act of creation.
Chapel Chat
If we don’t actively practice kindness, it can fade away. However, when we continue to show love through acts of kindness, it grows and spreads, touching the lives of others in ways we may never fully know.
Chapel Chat
The story of Abraham and Sarah also teaches us that God wants us to place our faith and trust in Him, rather than relying on our own efforts to fulfill His promises. The lesson is clear: God desires faith and trust, and His plan will unfold exactly as He intends, regardless of our attempts to control or rush the process. Trusting in God and not our own efforts is a key part of walking in obedience.
Chapel Chat
Patience is referred to as forbearance, which suggests a spirit of enduring and showing tolerance or self-restraint in difficult circumstances. It’s one of the qualities that naturally grows in the life of a believer as they walk in the Holy Spirit.
The lesson encouraged us to think about how we can be patient and trust God in our own lives, especially when we have to wait for something or don’t understand His plan right away.
Chapel Chat
When we love others as Christ loves us, we are more willing to forgive, show grace, and work for reconciliation—acts of peacemaking. Love, therefore, is the foundation of peace. As we love those around us, we create an environment where peace can thrive.
In light of today’s lesson, living in peace with others is a natural outgrowth of loving them. When we love as God calls us to, we become conduits of His peace in a broken world.
Christmas/Winter Break
Christmas break is a special time to rest, celebrate, and cherish moments with loved ones. In observance of the holiday, there will be no school during the break. May this season be filled with joy, peace, and meaningful moments as we celebrate the spirit of Christmas and the end of a wonderful year.
Heavenly Father,
As we gather to celebrate the birth of Your Son, we pause to offer our thanks for the many blessings You have given us throughout the year. We are grateful for the gift of family, the joy of friendship, and the opportunities to learn and grow together. We ask for Your blessings on our school community during this festive season. May our hearts be filled with Your love, and may we spread that love to those around us. Grant us moments of peace and reflection, and may the spirit of Christmas bring warmth and joy to our homes. Watch over us as we take this time to rest and rejuvenate, and guide us as we prepare for the new year ahead. In Your holy name, we pray. Amen.
Wishing you and your families a joyous Christmas and a Happy New Year. We look forward to seeing you back at school in the new year, refreshed and ready for the exciting opportunities ahead.
Christmas Performance
UPDATE!!
You’re Invited!
Hillside Christian Academy families, please join us for our Christmas Music Program!
Our students have been working hard to prepare a special performance, and we’re excited to share it with you. We’re grateful for the opportunity to use the Children’s Church stage at Horizons Church Lost Creek for this event.
Date: Thursday, December 19th
Time: 1:30 PM
Location: Horizons Church - Children’s Church Stage
Further details about student transportation to the church and after-school pickup will be communicated soon by Mrs. Smith.
We look forward to celebrating the joy of Christmas with you!
Class Picture Day!
Salty Sports Photo Co. will be coming back to do make-up individual portraits for students who missed our regularly scheduled picture day as well as taking class photos for our yearbook. All students are to wear their school uniform polos with khaki bottoms and be “well groomed”. Order forms will be sent out at a later date.
Chapel Chat
One day, the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary and told her that she would have a son, Jesus, who would be the Son of God and the Savior of the world. Mary was surprised and asked how this could happen, but the angel explained that the Holy Spirit would make it possible. Mary accepted God's plan, saying, "I am the Lord's servant."
Joseph, who was engaged to Mary, was upset when he found out she was pregnant. He planned to quietly end the engagement, but an angel appeared to him in a dream and told him not to be afraid to marry Mary, as the baby was from the Holy Spirit. Joseph trusted God and took Mary as his wife.
Because of a census, Mary and Joseph traveled to Bethlehem, but the town was crowded, and there was no room for them. They ended up in a stable, where Mary gave birth to Jesus and laid him in a manger. The world was too busy to notice, but in that quiet moment, the Savior of the world was born.
Chapel Chat
The joy of Paul and Silas can be compared to the ripening of grapes in that both experiences involve a gradual process of growth and transformation. Just as grapes ripen over time, becoming sweeter and more flavorful, Paul and Silas' joy developed amidst hardship. While imprisoned and suffering, they maintained their faith and joy, which deepened and grew, much like grapes reaching their full potential in the right conditions. Their unwavering joy in the face of adversity became a testimony to others, just as ripened grapes are harvested to be shared.
Thanksgiving/Fall Break
We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to each of you. This time of year offers us a wonderful opportunity to pause, reflect, and give thanks for the many blessings in our lives. In celebration of the holiday, there will be no school during the break. As we gather with family and friends, let us remember the importance of giving thanks for all the good we have, and let us cherish the moments spent together.
Heavenly Father,
We come before You with hearts full of gratitude as we celebrate this season of thanksgiving. We thank You for the many blessings You have bestowed upon us, for the love and support of family and friends, and for the opportunities we have to learn and grow. We ask for Your continued blessings on our school community. May we find joy and peace in our gatherings and in the warmth of our relationships. Guide us to be thankful for all that we have and to share our blessings with others. Grant us safety, health, and happiness as we enjoy this time with loved ones. May Your grace be with us now and always. In Your holy name, we pray. Amen.
Wishing you a joyful and restful Thanksgiving break. We look forward to seeing you back at school refreshed and ready for the exciting days ahead.
Veterans Day / No School
Today, we honor and remember the courageous men and women who have served our country with bravery and dedication. In recognition of their service, there will be no school today.
Enjoy your day off as we take this time to reflect on their sacrifices.
