St. Joseph Hill Academy PreK through 12th grades have had hybrid learning models in place since reopening in September (you might recall we shared the Elementary and High School reopening plans). Though there have been setbacks, our school diligently follows Covid-19 protocols. Students have the flexibility to move seamlessly to remote learning by choice or when it becomes necessary.
Nevertheless, we are proud that St. Joseph Hill Academy has been able to safely and effectively maintain in-person learning for the majority of our students in the time since reopening. It is noteworthy that, of the few cases that have impacted the Hill community, none have been transmitted through our school. We have every confidence in the safety protocols we have instituted as well as the cleanliness of our building.
St. Joseph Hill Academy will continue to push forward and implement the latest improvements and innovations in learning —above and beyond those ushered in by the pandemic. With the tremendous generosity of our donors, including grants from the Northfield Bank Foundation and the Staten Island Foundation, Hill has taken extraordinary measures to ensure students are receiving excellence in remote learning. Every classroom has been equipped with cameras and new televisions since mid-September to provide the closest in-person learning experience that a student can receive remotely. We thank all the members of the Hill Community who have been instrumental in enabling our students to learn every day.
In this edition of the Summum Bonum Newsletter you will find stories of two alumnae who have generously established scholarships funds to give back to the traditions and education they received at Hill that shaped them. Tradition is important at St. Joseph Hill Academy, however we have had to reimagine annual events this year. For instance, the High School had a Virtual Open House and for the first time you can watch our Open House from your own home. You will also see Hill is not losing sight of a future beyond Covid-19. In this Newsletter, we highlight how Hill has become the only school on Staten Island to be Project Lead the Way certified. And as we enter the season of giving, St. Joseph Hill is pleased to announce the launch of The 1919 Society and asks you to save the date for Giving Tuesday on December 1st.
We encourage you to read more below!
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Alumni Avenue
Two Hill Alumnae Establish Scholarship Funds
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St. Joseph Hill Academy is fortunate to have an active and generous Elementary and High School Alumni community. We are thrilled to share the stories of Ms. Constance Costa (E'61 and H'65) and Ms. Jeanine R. Khoury (H'78). A common thread between both are the deep appreciation for the foundation of tradition and education they received at Hill that, in turn, shaped their character and careers.
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Where Tradition Meets Innovation: Hill is Project Lead the Way Certified |
St. Joseph Hill Academy prioritizes innovation in education while also upholding the time-honored traditions of our 100-year-old school. Beginning several years ago, Hill took the steps as an entire academy to invest in and strengthen our Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) courses from Pre-K through 12th grade. And today we are the only Staten Island school that is Project Lead the Way (PLTW) certified.
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Give Today and Earn Your Place in The 1919 Society |
The season of giving is here and with it comes an excellent opportunity to join a group of distinguished donors. The 1919 Society recognizes donors who make an annual leadership-level gift at one of the giving society levels.
Membership in the giving society allows you to play an important role in the financial well-being of our beloved St. Joseph Hill Academy and to make a powerful statement about your commitment to our mission of providing an affordable, high-quality, Catholic education to our students. Read here for more.
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Hill High School Virtual Open House |
St. Joseph Hill Academy High School typically prepares for an influx of 100s of prospective students and their families into the halls of our school each October as they decide which high school to attend. With safety at top of mind, Hill had to be creative in how to showcase our beautiful school, esteemed faculty, and, our most important asset, our students.
Always ready to rise to the challenge, Hill High School put together a package of virtual offerings to recreate The Hill Experience. We are happy to share them with you here:
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The Virtual Open House replay featuring a live address from Principal Maria Molluzzo, current Hill students, Director of College Counseling Kerry Sullivan, and more.
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In case you missed it, here are the latest Hill Happenings! |
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Hill's annual Fashion Show has turned into a monthly luxury raffle this year. Stay connected so you can purchase raffle tickets for your chance to win the amazing items featured in Fashion Forward Fall to Spring fundraiser.
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Halloween at Hill continued this year! Check out fun photos from the high school of Murder Mystery and the elementary school celebrations including pumpkin decorating, STEM lessons, and costumes for all grades.
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In early September, Hill High School held a belated, outdoor Ring Ceremony for the Class of 2021 and welcomed the Class of 2024 with a Freshmen Orientation. The National Honor Society also held a virtual induction ceremony on October 21st. Hill was able to arrange for the College Board and ACT to safely administer the SAT, ACT, and Pre-SAT/Pre-ACT for our students only here at Hill.
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Upcoming SJHA Virtual Events
December 1, 2020
Get ready for Giving Tuesday, an international day of giving back!
December 3, 2020
Coming to Hill HS January and February 2021
Career Exploration Series with Hill High School Alumnae
Contact the Development, Marketing, and Alumni Office if you are interested in learning more:
Dr. Elizabeth Basile, Director of Development
EBasile@stjhill.org
Ms. Lindsey A. Minkoff, Director of Marketing
LMinkoff@stjhill.org
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