Hillside Innovation Academy

Happy Administrative Professionals Day, Hillside Public Schools! "Administrative Professionals Day recognizes and celebrates the work of secretaries, administrative assistants, and other office professionals for their contributions to the workplace. Administrative Professionals Day is always observed on the Wednesday of Administrative Professionals Week!" Thank you for all that you do! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #adminstrativeprofessionalsday #professionalsday #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Hillside Public Schools Principals Meeting with Superintendent Glover to review instructional practices. Excellence in action! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #principalsmeeting #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Today is National School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! Hillside Public Schools would like to say thank you to our Hillside Public Schools Bus Drivers for transporting our students safely every day. We appreciate you and the job that you do! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #busdriverappreciation #schoolsafety #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Attention all, please join us here at Hillside Public Schools on Sunday, April 28th, 2024, for an Autism Awareness and Acceptance Event! Taking place at Ola Edwards Community School from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. there will be a petting zoo, balloon artists, and more! See you there! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #autismawareness #autism #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Happy Earth Day from Hillside Public Schools! Let's all do our part to take care of the planet we call home. #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #earthday #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

The Hillside Innovation Academy Software Development Program, facilitated by our consultant Drew Enterprises, LLC., held our 3rd Annual Hack-a-Thon on Saturday, April 13th. The theme of this year’s competition was “Teens in Crises." Scholars developed websites that provide information surrounding various topics of conflicts faced by teens as communicated via media outlets (news, online platforms, personal experiences, health organizations, etc.). 6 teams made it to the final round with the group Codigo Latino winning. Codigo Latino group included scholars Jeremy Quiros, Benjamin Balladares, Julian Silva, and Onyz Sanchez! The judges were impressed with this group as they incorporated a chatbox in their code, that provided the visitor with the ability to ask any question and receive a response as well as translate the webpage to Spanish. Congratulations on taking home the winning prize of $500 and certificates to all who made it to the final round. Excellent work Hillside Innovation Academy Scholars, Dr. Drew, and H.I.A. Principal, Dr. Silva! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #hackathon #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities #coding

Hillside Innovation Academy scholar Nathan Jovinski represented HIA, and soccer team Ironbound in the IBERCUP International Youth Tournament in Cascais, Portugal from March 28th through March 31st, 2024! Ibercup is known for its diverse and international field of participants. Teams come from various countries across Europe, Africa, Asia, North America, and South America, creating a culturally rich and competitive environment! We are so proud of Nathan, and we know he had fun. Take a look in the gallery for more photos of Nathan's experience! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #ibercup#hillsidesoccer #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

On Wednesday, April 17th, 2024, Hillside Innovation Academy hosted a Recognition Event to celebrate and acknowledge the amazing recent achievements of their scholars! Superintendent Glover attended and provided opening remarks, and Ms. Graves-Watson, founder of the Hillside Branch of the NAACP presented awards to the winners of the Charlotte Jones Essay Contest. Assemblywoman Garnet Hall, and H.I.A. Founder, Mr. Anthony Salters recognized the winners and participants of the Stock Market Challenge hosted by the Zeta Nu Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity! Participating teams from the Hack-A-Thon were also recognized and awarded! The Zeta Nu Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., in collaboration with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (US-SEC), is thrilled to announce the resounding success of the 4th Annual ZNL Stock Market Challenge. This innovative financial literacy initiative aimed to empower students in grades 7-12 with essential investing skills. The 4-week virtual program, held on Thursdays throughout March, provided an unparalleled opportunity for participants to delve into the world of long-term investing. Attendees, from various backgrounds and experiences, engaged in interactive workshops covering fundamental investing concepts, operated their own diversified virtual investment portfolios, and honed their financial literacy skills in a dynamic and supportive environment. The event garnered participation from over 113 talented students and culminated in the recognition of top performers. Among the distinguished winners were: • Udoka Ehikwe • Silmary Silverio • Martide Glaude • Aliyah Isola-Gbenla • Jane Igiri These exceptional students collectively achieved a total return on investment (ROI) amounting to $23,058.87. Their outstanding performance earned them prestigious accolades along with a $100 cash prize each. Additionally, they will have the exclusive opportunity to collaborate with chapter brothers to establish an E*Trade custodial account and invest their winnings in real stocks of their choice! Incredible work, Dr. Nicole Silva, H.I.A Principal, H.I.A. scholars, and staff!

Hillside Innovation Academy, in partnership with Women of Wellness (WOW), proudly presents the Saturday Scientists program, where scholars delve into the fascinating worlds of surgical techniques, forensic science, and real dissections! Every Saturday, for three immersive hours, participants are enveloped in the thrill of discovery across science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This initiative serves as a pivotal stepping stone for the next generation of scientists, healthcare experts, inventors, and leaders, who will undoubtedly leave an indelible mark on society as beacons of inspiration for generations to come! Throughout the program, scholars undergo a transformative journey, developing a profound understanding of the intricacies of structure and function within the human body. They are equipped with invaluable skills in the engineering design process and scientific investigation, aligning seamlessly with HIA's OpenSciEd curriculum and the innovative STEM course introduced in collaboration with the esteemed Stevens Institute of Technology. Within the 30-hour core programming, participants engage in rigorous coursework, punctuated by opportunities for reflective assessment, nurturing critical thinking and analytical skills. The pinnacle of their experience culminates in Forensic Science Day, where scholars don the role of CSI professionals, meticulously gathering, processing, and analyzing evidence such as DNA, fingerprints, and fibers to crack the case. As they prepare for their final presentations, these budding scientists stand poised to make significant strides in their academic and professional journeys, poised to shape the future of STEM with brilliance and innovation! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #hillsideinnovationacademy #scientists #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

Hillside Innovation Academy's Hack-A-Thon is tomorrow, April 13th, 2024! Hillside Public Schools invites students, staff, and community members to come and support H.I.A tomorrow from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Please come see our scholars code and compete for $500! More details on the flyer here.

A special thank you to Dr. Eisenberg for coordinating HIAs viewing of the 2024 Solar Eclipse today in the courtyard. It was not only an educational experience but a humbling one, as it reminds us of the wonders of the world, often taken for granted. I am glad that our scholars were able to experience it. Thank you again Dr. Eisenberg for providing the glasses and to all of the staff who stayed after dismissal to monitor scholars.

Happy Earth Month from Hillside Public Schools! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #earthmonth #earthday #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

On March 28th, 2024, Hillside Innovation Academy (H.I.A.) held its National Junior Art Honor Society Induction Ceremony (NJAHS). H.I.A. hosted a beautiful ceremony in its Board Room, which was full of proud parents, students, and families. Congratulations to all of the H.I.A. Inductees who earned their spots in this prestigious Honor Society through creativity, artistry, and hard work! Of course, thank you to Ms. Rachel Therres, dedicated, and passionate art teacher at H.I.A. and NJAHS advisor, who hosted the induction ceremony. Thank you to Principal Silva, Superintendent Glover, and H.I.A. co-founder Mr. Salters, who were all present at the ceremony last night and spoke inspirational words to our students! Shoutout to Ms. Monifa Kincaid of @artsednj who was the guest speaker for last night's induction ceremony and delivered an incredible speech, reminding students that life consists of many paths, and no matter how life goes, through persistence and hope, you will be okay and you will succeed! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #artsednj #njahs #arthonorsociety #inductionceremony #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities

This Thursday the National Junior Art Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society will be hosting HIA's Hall Scrawl and Movie Day. Please see the attached flyer to view the schedule and join in celebrating Youth Art Month!

Hillside Innovation Academy (H.I.A.) was recently featured on TAPinto Hillside @tapintohillside! "The National Junior Art Honor Society is about to add 19 Hillside students to its growing numbers. The Hillside Innovation Academy will be holding its Chapter’s Induction Ceremony on March 28 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event will feature Arts Ed NJ’s Visual Artist and Community Engagement Activator Monifa Kincaid as a guest speaker to highlight student achievements and shed light on the importance of art in schools and communities. Membership in Hillside Innovation Academy's Chapter requires that students maintain a 90% or above in art class, submit a statement of interest, and attend weekly meetings. HIA’s chapter takes part in enhancing the aesthetics of the school with mural paintings, and art displays, and by contributing to the school newsletter and yearbook." The full article can be read here: https://www.tapinto.net/towns/hillside/sections/arts-and-entertainment/articles/19-hillside-innovation-academy-students-to-be-inducted-into-national-jr-arts-honor-society We look forward to the Hillside Innovation Academy Induction Ceremony on March 28th, 2024! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities #tapinto #nationalhonorsociety #inductionceremony

HIAs National Jr Art Honor Society hosts Spirit Week Monday, March 25 - Thursday, March 28th. View the flyer for daily themed activities as we close out Youth Art Month.

Congratulations to the following scholars for achieving Honor Roll during the second marking period. Principal's Honor Roll (95 and above in all courses) Micayla D, Carolina D. High Honor Roll (90 and above in all courses) Hafsat A, Daniel A, Meriton A, Martide G, Luciana G, Aliyah I.G, Anna Rita L, Martin R, Enzo V. (85 and above in all courses) Andrew A.C, Hajar A, Angel O, Ethan C, Jane I, Silmary S.

On Friday, March 15th, 2024, Stevens Institute of Technology visited Hillside Innovation Academy (HIA) as a part of the "Bridging Brilliance" Initiative with Hillside Innovation Academy! The Bridging Brilliance program is aimed at strengthening STEM pathways from Hillside to Hoboken, New Jersey. Led by Stevens Faculty Member, Dr. Karam, HIA Scholars will apply content knowledge and execute skills needed throughout the workforce while being exposed to rigorous STEM curricula! HIA's Bridging Brilliance is taking place from March 15, - May 17, 2024. Thank you, Dr. Thompson-Mettle, Dr. Karam, and Dr. Guerrero-Williamson from @followstevens for partnering with HIA. The HIA-Stevens Bridging Brilliance: Strengthening STEM Pathways from Hillside to Hoboken program, will be featured in an upcoming video! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #stevensinstitute #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities #stem #engineering

HIA Student Government Association will host its first Girls vs. Boys Basketball Game on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, from 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at Ola Edwards Community School. Refreshments will be available for purchase.

Hillside Innovation Academy (H.I.A.) grade 8 scholars had the opportunity to visit Newark Glass Roots recently. On this Arts and STEM based trip, students had the opportunity to learn beadmaking through flameworking, using a blowtorch and colorful glass to sculpt their own beads! Next, they visited the studio's workshop to create tile mosaics. In preparation for the trip, they explored radial symmetry in art class and applied this mathematical concept by repeating their designs from a small sketch. Mosaics were then grouted back at school. Lastly, they visited the "Hot Shop" where a glass professional glass blower treated them to a demonstration, sculpting a glass ornament right before their eyes! For all parts of their experience, students worked with professional artists and learned about programs they can participate in at Glassroots including Wednesday free classes, the high school apprenticeship program, and summer camps! #hillsidenj #hillsidepublicschools #newpride #newpathways #newpossibilities #glassblowing