There will be no school today, Tuesday, January 7, 2025, due to inclement weather. All middle school and elementary activities are canceled. The High Schools will make a decision later in the day on any activities. The SACC programs are closed as well.
Congratulations to this month’s Embrace, Empower & Inspire Award winners, Chris Robinson (Innovation & Discovery Assistant at Darby Creek), and Cathie Maple (Social Studies Teacher at Tharp). “It is my pleasure to recommend Chris Robinson for this month’s Embrace, Empower and Inspire Award. As an Innovation & Discovery Assistant in our district, Chris] has shown overwhelming dedication and love in her work with elementary students. Her enthusiasm for creating a welcoming, engaging, Innovation & Discovery Center environment is clear in everything she does.” “Cathie has endured personal and family medical challenges and the loss of a loved one. Our Tharp Family is blown away by the energy, passion and intentionality she has brought every single day with her colleagues, students and families. Her hard work and spirit is contagious and overshadows the unbelievable challenges she has faced. Cathie’s outlook on life and her devotion to her craft is a testimony to her impact on the Hilliard Community. Cathie has been a bright light to anyone that has crossed her path. Cathie Maple…THE DIFFERENCE MAKER!” These staff members go above and beyond the expectations of the Hilliard Way and truly make a difference in our district. If you know a staff… read more →
In unofficial results, voters have approved the $142 million bond issue and 6.9-mill operating levy proposed by the Hilliard City Schools Board of Education. The successful passage of the levy and bond will allow the district to address immediate and future operational and educational needs. “We are incredibly grateful to our community for their support,” said Superintendent David Stewart. “This outcome ensures we can move forward with critical investments in our schools, staff, and programs, all of which are essential to ensuring that every student has a learning environment that supports 21st-century instruction.” The approved funding will allow the district to preserve current programming, avoid staffing cuts, and move ahead with Phase 1 of the Master Facilities Plan. This includes a new sixth-grade school, three new elementary buildings, and additional preschool classrooms, as well as improvements to athletic and performing arts spaces, increased safety and security, and playground renovations. Superintendent Stewart added, “We’re excited to continue our mission of ensuring every student is Ready for Tomorrow, and we thank the entire community for their investment in the future of our schools. Because of this investment, the next several years will be an exciting time for our Hilliard City Schools community.”… read more →
We are proud to announce that the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce has released the 2023-24 Ohio School Report Cards, and Hilliard City Schools has much to celebrate. Our district earned 4.5 out of 5 stars, signifying that we exceeded state standards. Even more exciting, the Hilliard City Schools was ranked #1 out of 606 public school districts in Ohio for overall value-added composite (value-added score), according to the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce. This is the second year in a row that the Hilliard City Schools has been ranked #1 in the state of Ohio on this critically important measure. The value-added score, a pivotal measure of our students’ academic growth, goes beyond mere test scores. It zeroes in on the progress each student makes over the school year despite their starting point. This underscores the unwavering commitment of our teachers and staff to ensure every student is making strides and growing academically. The Progress Component, based entirely on value-added data, compares students’ growth to what was expected based on their previous state test performance. This approach helps ensure we’re focusing on the individual progress of every student and their readiness for future success. I want to… read more →
Hilliard City School District has been honored with the Meritorious Budget Award for excellence in the preparation and issuance of our budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year! This award, presented by ASBO International, recognizes our commitment to transparency, accuracy, and high standards in financial planning. We are incredibly proud of our team for their hard work and dedication to upholding the best practices in school budgeting. To view our certificate presented by ASBO International, click below. ASBO Meritorious Budget Award Certificate
There will be no school on Monday, January 6, 2025, due to inclement weather. All middle school and elementary activities are canceled. The high schools will make a decision later in the day on any activities. The SACC programs are closed as well.