Happenings (March 25, 2025)
You’re Invited to Grandparents Day!
We are thrilled to welcome grandparents and special guests to Grandparents Day on Friday, May 2, from 7:30–9:30 AM! This special morning is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the important role they play in our lives.
Please extend the invitation to your grandparents or a special adult to join us for a memorable time together. Kindly RSVP here by April 23. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
7:30 AM Check-in begins at the Hill-Murray Fieldhouse (Parking in West lot)
8:00 AM Prayer service and brief program
8:30 AM Enjoy refreshments, tour the school, and visit photo station
9:30 AM Departure
School Entry Locations Beginning April 7
We’re thrilled to announce that construction on the new Student Union will begin on April 7th! As a result, starting that day, students will need to enter the school through either the Field House or the Main Entrance.
Please be aware that conditions around the construction zone will continue to change throughout the project, which is expected to be completed by November 2025. Thank you for your patience and flexibility as we work to enhance our campus!
Congratulations to Our Semester 1 Honor Roll!
For Middle School CLICK HERE!
For High School CLICK HERE!
Continuous Enrollment Letter
Please click here for more information.
Senior All Night Party Letter and Registration
Click HERE for a letter with all the details about the event and how to register.
Click HERE for the letter to parents!
Senior All Night Party Meeting (March 26)
The next planning meeting for the Senior All Night Party is on Wednesday, March 26th at 5:30 p.m. at Hill-Murray in the Commons. Senior and Junior parents are welcome to attend!
DECA Members Qualify for Nationals
Our DECA members did an outstanding job at the state competition! They were among 3,000 students competing for the opportunity to qualify for DECA’s national / international competition. Our DECA members represented our school well and were all incredible leaders. 12 of our students qualified for the national / international competition April 25-30th which will be held in Orlando, FL. Click here for the results!
Spring College Fairs
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Pioneer Premier Auction
Join Us for the Pioneer Premier Auction! Calling all past, present, and future friends of Hill-Murray—this is an event you don’t want to miss! Get ready for a memorable evening featuring:
Silent & Live Auctions
A Delicious Dinner
Live Music, Casino Games & Late-Night Snacks
Cocktails and Mocktails in Style
All proceeds support tuition assistance and school operations, making it a night of fun and philanthropy. Escape to Vegas in your favorite cocktail attire and join us for this winning celebration! Click here for tickets!
Spring Dance Clinic (June 1st)
Save the Date, Pioneers! HMDT is hosting a Spring Dance Clinic on Sunday, June 1st from 9:00 am to noon! Everyone is welcome! Registration info & guest choreographers will be announced soon! Join us for some fun combos in Jazz, Pom, & Hip Hop. Please email Coach Deuth (sdeuth@hill-murray.org) with any questions.
Girls Soccer Camp
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Reset and Finish Strong!
Spring break offered us a reset, and 3rd quarter ends on April 4, putting us three-quarters of the way through this school year. That leaves a full quarter remaining–plenty of time to further reinforce good habits and choices, and to also look at where habits and choices are hurting more than helping. A good message to all students is “reset and finish strong!”
Parents, here are questions to spark discussion at home. They are written from the student perspective to help your child reflect on their own experiences so far this year. The questions can be applied to many areas of life, not just school.
-Do my backpack, locker, and workspace at home need a cleaning and reorganization?
-Am I using my WIN times effectively, and balancing academic support with social outlets?
-Am I making excuses that are starting to pile up? Am I procrastinating or avoiding work I don’t want to do?
-What subject area/assignment or test type/general study skills are working well for me and why? Which ones need improvement and what can I do about that this 4th quarter?
(YOU are the key person. Adults are here, and at home, to encourage and support, not to do it for you.)
-How am I positively contributing to the H-M Middle School environment each day? (If you struggle to come up with an answer, make some changes. It can be as simple as walking into class with a smile and greeting your teacher and classmates, or helping keep things clean in the cafeteria, or showing good manners when moving through the halls.)
An overlying question for parents is this: Is my child learning to balance academic responsibility, respectful behavior choices, and healthy social connections? If you have concerns or questions you would like to discuss further, contact MS Counselor Lisa Valentine.
Updated Contact for School Uniforms
We now have a dedicated email for all uniform-related questions. If you need assistance, please reach out to Colleen Monahan at uniforms@hill-murray.org. She will be happy to help with any uniform inquiries!
Bussing for 2025- 2026 School Year (June 1 Deadline)
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Carpooling for 2025-2026 School Year (June 1 Deadline)
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Lunch Account Payments
Going forward please make all checks for lunch payable to Hill-Murray School. FLIK will no longer be accepting payments. Students may still give them to the Cashier. Thank you!
Summer Programs For Grades 1 Through 12
We encourage you to consider summer programs offered at Hill-Murray June 12th – 26th through the CSGA Summer Enrichment Academy.
Click here for more information and to apply.
Summer Service Trip to Nazareth Farm: July 13-19
This week-long service-retreat offers rising juniors and seniors a unique opportunity to serve in rural Appalachia, partnering with Nazareth Farm, a Catholic nonprofit dedicated to addressing substandard housing.
Students will engage in meaningful service, prayer, and reflection while embracing the simplicity and beauty of West Virginia. This trip will fulfill two service experiences, including the “poor and vulnerable” category.
The trip will be led by Ben Breschi, a Hill-Murray Theology teacher and Notre Dame graduate, who previously worked at Nazareth Farm and will serve as the lead chaperone.
More information, including how to apply, is on the Service Google Classroom. Please reach out to Ben Breschi (bbreschi@hill-murray.org) with questions.
Open Call For New Art Work
The Hill-Murray Spring Art Show at Saint Paul’s Monastery is approaching, and we are looking for student artwork to feature in the exhibition. If your student enjoys creating art, encourage them to submit a piece for the show.
- Submission Deadline: Wednesday, April 9
- Awards: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes, plus honorable mentions (judged by an outside expert)
- Artist Reception: Wednesday, April 30
- Exhibit Dates: April 15 – May 31
Students can submit their artwork to Mr. Dahl or Ms. Heid. If they have any questions, they are welcome to reach out. We look forward to showcasing the creativity of our student artists.
The Nicholas Center Summer Programs
2025 Summer Reading Program
Click here to learn about the Summer Reading Program and to register.
Brilliant Strengths Course
Click here to learn about the Brilliant Strengths course for students with dyslexia.
