On October 16, Merton Williams Middle School hosted best-selling middle grade author Janae Marks as part of the Hilton Community Reads initiative started this year. In total, over 100 students attended the event, many getting the chance to talk with Janae Marks while getting their copies of From the Desk of Zoe Washington signed by the author. Janae Marks also held an event at the Parma Public Library in the evening for community members.
Over 100 free copies of the book were distributed to students and community members, made possible through a We Need Diverse Books "Educators Making a Difference" grant received by ELA teacher Michael Billotti. Janae's visit was funded by a classroom grant through the Hilton Alumni Association. Michael Billotti said, "I'm so grateful to the Hilton Alumni Association for their generosity in helping us to bring a popular, contemporary author to our community! The kids were buzzing about it all day!"
This fall a new series of IB Profile posters went up throughout the district. Today we start introducing you to the students who are profiled, beginning with Brock. #WeAreHilton
What a great way to close out the week! Some commons karaoke at the high school today. Enjoy the weekend everyone! #WeAreHilton
Yesterday kindergarten students at Northwood planted magic pumpkin seeds. This morning, they saw that the magic worked! #WeAreHilton
Welcome to our team! So glad to have you as part of the Cadet Family! #WeAreHilton
Congratulations to the Hilton High School students who were inducted into the Hispanic and French Honor Societies last night. #WeAreHilton
It's a tradition that's been in place at QUEST longer than there's been a QUEST! It's Friday, so that means popcorn. Take a look at how it started, and how it is so much more than just a weekly treat. https://youtu.be/-DlpsKVlTV4
Hilton High School was pleased to welcome Monroe County Legislator Blake Keller to Mr. Ralyea's Introduction to Law Class this morning. Legislator Keller represents parts of Parma and Greece. It was part of a week-long series of classes about careers in law. #WeAreHilton
Our district is so fortunate to have school board members who care about our schools as much as these people do. Thank you!
Congratulations to High School Physics teacher Mike Childs on his selection as a 2024 Yale Educator of the Year. Mr. Childs was nominated by Shawn Nordstrom, who graduated from Hilton in June and is currently a freshman at Yale. #WeAreHilton
The Hilton Central School District has Per Diem Substitute Teaching opportunities available in all buildings and all certification areas. Apply today: https://hilton.recruitfront.com/ #WeAreHilton
A great first season for Lady Cadet Golf continues. After three great performances yesterday at the Tournament of Champions, it's off to the Country Club of Rochester for sectionals next week! #WeAreHilton
For the first time in school history, three Lady Cadet Golfers will compete in the Monroe County Tournament of Champions with a chance to earn All County honors and a spot in the Section V tournament.
Congratulations to Cadet football player Tyler Reger, he's been selected as Democrat and Chronicle Athlete of the week! https://www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports/high-school/2024/10/02/tyler-reger-is-faber-builders-section-vs-football-athlete-of-the-week/75478755007/
Check out his highlights from the week here: https://youtu.be/UYhZK7iqUC4
Village and QUEST Elementary Schools both held their walks to school today-the rain stopped just in time, and it was a great way to start the day! Check out some pictures here: https://hiltonschools.smugmug.com/2024-2025/District/QUEST-and-Village-Walk-to-School
#WeAreHilton
Before yesterday's JV Football game at McQuaid the players took time to remember Coach Larry Minch, who passed away last weekend. Larry was involved with the football program in Hilton for the last 30 years.
The Hilton Central School District is mourning the loss of Larry Minch, a man who had an impact on countless lives in our community.
Mr. Minch, who recently retired, was the alternative to suspension educator at Merton Williams Middle School and a longtime coach in the district, including 30 as a coach in the football program. A fixture on the sidelines at football games, for many players, he was the person who introduced them to Cadet Football.
Larry’s thoughts about what it means to be a Cadet can best be summed up by a message he wrote on a board before a recent sectional football game.
"Whether you win or lose this Sunday, after the field is empty and all the people have gone home you will be lying in your bed and you have to ask yourself this. Did I give everything? Did I do everything I could to be the best player, the best teammate I could be? Then a smile will come across your face because you know that you did, because you are a Hilton Football Player. AND THAT’S JUST HOW IT IS."
He also coached girls modified and JV lacrosse and was a program assistant for that sport. While coaching was something he was very passionate about, it was his ability to connect with students who needed extra guidance that made him so special. He was loved and respected by everyone who came in contact with him.
According to Merton Williams Principal Dr. Marc D’Amico, “To know Larrry was to love Larry.”
We send our deepest condolences to Larry’s family and all those who knew him and love him. You will be missed, but never forgotten.
Calling hours will be on Thursday from 3-8 at Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home. The funeral will be on Friday at 11 a.m. at St. Leo’s.
Want to take a look back at Friday's PBIS Assembly at Northwood? Head to our SmugMug page and check out the pictures: https://hiltonschools.smugmug.com/2024-2025/Northwood/PBIS-Cool-Beans #WeAreHilton
What a great afternoon for Northwood to hold its PBIS assembly- a chance for the whole school to get together and talk about the positive character traits they will demonstrate this year so they will all be COOL BEANS! #WeAreHilton
Yesterday was another day of lunches featuring New York ingredients-thin crust pizza with a 60 % organic wheat crust with props to Martens Farms in Penn Yann NY for the wheat flour, One Mighty Mill for producing the crust, NYS shredded mozzarella from Polly-O/Belgioioso- which features several dairy farms in Glenville, NY. Along with NYS corn, apples, and grape juice.
