Happenings (August 13, 2024)
Lunch Program – New Meal Pricing
At Hill-Murray, we strive to offer nutritious and satisfying meals for our students and staff. This year, we are excited to continue our partnership with FLIK Independent School Dining. FLIK creates made-from-scratch meals while supporting local and sustainable agricultural practices.
This year our meal deal will be $6.80 per meal.
To ensure smooth operations, we ask that families keep their lunch account balances current. Balances that go in arrears more than $50 will be suspended.
While Hill-Murray does not participate in the state’s free lunch program, families in need of assistance have qualified for the Free & Reduced Lunch program through our TADS Tuition Assistance Program.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to the Business Office at cerickson@hill-murray.org.
Fall Play Auditions
Click here to view the audition form.
Theatre Student Informational Meeting
Hill-Murray Sports Pioneer Pass
Hill-Murray Athletics is excited to announce the new All-Seasons Sports Pioneer Pass! The All-Seasons Sports Pioneer Pass is $80 and includes admission to all on-campus HOME games for Football, Volleyball, Boy & Girls Soccer, Boys & Girls Basketball, and Boys & Girls Lacrosse. Does not include hockey or playoff games. Come support your Pioneers!
Click here to purchase a pass. Once purchased, the pass can be added to your Apple wallet for easy access at the gate.
Tickets to individual games will still be available online or at the gate. Adult admission is $8/game and seniors/students are $5/game.
*Hill-Murray students are admitted free to home games with a valid student ID!
Please reach out to Sarah Turner at sturner@hill-murray.org with any questions.
Guidance & Counseling Updates
The Guidance and Counseling Team would like to inform you of some subtle changes to the department for the 2024-25 academic year and how students and families will be served. Below is a breakdown of the department and the Counselors assigned to students by last name.
Upper School (Grades 9-12)
Mr. Charlie Cicalello (A-C)
Mrs. Amy Cosgrove (D-J)
Mrs. Jenny Vinck (K-Q)
Mr. Aaron Goulet (R-Z)
Middle School (Grades 6-8)
Mrs. Lisa Valentine (A-Z)
College Counseling
Ms. Carrie Egan (A-Z)
Mr. Charlie Cicalello College Counseling Curriculum & Development
Students and families will continue to receive academic, post-secondary, and social/emotional support from our Guidance and Counseling Team. We look forward to partnering with you to make this upcoming school year the best one yet!
Thank you,
The G&C Team
7th Grade Trip to Deep Portage
Families of 7th grade students should mark their calendar for the annual class trip to Deep Portage Learning and Conservation Center in Hackensack, MN, which will take place October 9-11! Students will visit Deep Portage for 3 days of learning outside the classroom. An informational Zoom meeting will be held Monday, September 9th at 7:00 PM. The Zoom link will be sent to 7th grade families and the meeting will be recorded for those unable to join.
Pioneer Premier Auction Kick-off Gathering
Hill Murray’s largest fundraising event, the Pioneer Premier Auction (April 26, 2025), is seeking new members. Whether you are new to school or a current family, all are welcome! Join us for an informal kick-off gathering on Monday, August 19th!
Click here to RSVP and get location details.
HM Girls Lacrosse Fundraiser
Hill Murray Girls Lacrosse Fall Gertens Fundraiser is back by popular demand!
Please consider helping by picking up your fall decor through HMGL!
Here are the details:
Our store runs Thursday, August 1st – Thursday, August 22nd. Popular products will sell out, so shop early. Orders placed today will be delivered to your door the week of September 14th.
- Please click here to order.
- Enter code 847 for HMGL personal store
- SHOP
- Please enter HMGL as your student contact so we can get you your order.
- Check out and wait for your order to arrive the week of September 14th!
We appreciate our Hill Murray Community.
Thank YOU for your support!
Back to School Information
We are excited to welcome back all of our students, parents, and faculty for another fantastic academic year! We hope you have had a wonderful break and are ready to dive into new learning adventures together. To make sure you kick off the year on the right foot, we have put together an informative Back to School page on our website. This page is your go-to source for all the information you will need. From important forms, to school supply lists, essential dates, uniform details, and much more – we have got you covered.
Make sure to mark your calendars for the mandatory Business Days and Orientation Days. You can find the dates and more details about both on the Back to School page.
We encourage you to visit the page frequently to stay informed about any new information added throughout the remainder of the summer. Let’s gear up for an amazing year ahead!
Join our neighbors, the Sisters of St Paul’s Monastery, for a cookout and trivia night on Thursday, August 15th, celebrating the Assumption Feast! 5:00 PM Prayer, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Cookout, 6:45 PM – 8:15 PM trivia!
Click here to get more information and purchase tickets! There is also a raffle that night – tickets can be purchased at Hill-Murray (front desk) between 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM Monday-Thursday and Friday 8:00 AM – Noon. Cash sales only.
Raffle tickets are $20 (winners need not be present to win) and prizes include six big ticket items:
- REI Gift Cards valued at $400
- 7 Vines Vineyard Experience (White Bear Lake) valued at $400
- A spa experience at Just for Me in Stillwater valued at $400
- Sky Zone Family Experience gift cards values at $400
- An incredible Blackstone 36-inch grill (with cover!) a $375 value
- A 55-inch 4K UHD Insignia TV a $350 value
Senior Information Night
Seniors and their parents are reminded to attend one mandatory Senior Information Night. There are two to choose from: Sunday, August 25th from 6:30 – 7:30 PM in the Auditorium or Monday, August 26th from 6:30 – 7:30 PM in the Auditorium. At this meeting, students and parents will complete a transcript release form, sign important graduation paperwork, receive an individual transcript, and also complete application instructions.
Alumni, current and past parents, grandparents, and friends of Hill-Murray are invited to join us for the 2024 Pioneer Golf Classic at Indian Hills Golf Club on Monday, September 9th.
11:00 AM Check-in, boxed lunch, and range balls
12:00 PM Shotgun start time
Dinner to follow the tournament
Cost: $150/golfer
Includes lunch, golf, carts, and dinner.
Click here to register.
Save the date: Blessing of the Animals on October 5
St. Benedict is renowned for his protective spirit, symbolizing guardianship and care for all creatures. Bring your beloved pet on Saturday, October 5th from 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM to receive blessings for their well-being and happiness. Students who would like to volunteer at the event can email Dr Skinner.
