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About Hillside

Hillside School offers students in grades 7-12 a unique program in which they learn for success. Small class size, a safe environment, innovative teaching approaches, and participatory learning are the key to helping students.

Students may attend Hillside School full time, or part-time in a carefully coordinated dual-enrollment option with another public or private school

We are fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and the California State Department of Education. Our curriculum meets the admissions standards of the University of California schools and colleges and universities locally and nationally, while also satisfying
eligibility standards of the NCAA. In addition to the core courses required to meet these standards, we offer a comprehensive suite of hands-on elective courses.

Support services include an academic counselor, psychologist, educational psychologist, tutoring, and educational therapy.

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About Hillside School and Learning Center

Established in 1971 by Robert E. Dannenhold as a non-profit educational support facility for students with learning disabilities, Hillside has evolved into an interactive, participatory learning experience that identifies and amplifies the capabilities of each student and makes students aware of their ability to succeed.
We offer a wide range of services, all woven into a comprehensive, coordinated, and highly effective whole:
• DAY SCHOOL, NIGHT AND SUMMER SCHOOLS
• ACTIVE PARENTAL COMMUNITY
• INTERACTIVE, COMMUNICATIVE ATMOSPHERE
• EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE AND ASSESSMENTS
• SPECIAL PROGRAMS & CLASSES
The proof of our success is the success of our students. Many have attended some of the country’s finest colleges. Others have enjoyed success at a wide range of business endeavors. The younger students in our after school and summer programs return to their classrooms better organized, more confident, and with greatly enhanced skills that help them excel.

MEET OUR STAFF. THEY MAKE A DIFFERENCE EVERY DAY

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FRANK@HILLSIDEFORSUCCESS.ORG

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CLASSES, ADMISSIONS & PROGRAMS

Electives Include:

Advanced Art*
Advanced Art 2
Art*
Art History
Career Pathways
Computer Science*
Creative Writing
Directed Study
Film Studies
Greek Mythology
Health
Independent Study
Individual PE
Journalism
Philosophy
Photography
Physical Education
Psychology*
Scientific Entertainment
Sociology*
Teacher Asst
Theater Arts
Visual Art/Design
Work Experience

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ADMINISTRATION

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Welcome to the Hillside School and Learning Center’s Administration Program. You will need a password to
utilize this feature.

If you think you will be a regular user, please call Frank
at 818-790-3044 and he will issue you authorization.

Thanks!

USING OUR NEW ADMINISTRATIVE  FEATURE, YOU MAY:

• Add or delete announcements from the Home or Alumni page

• Add or delete advertisements from selected pages

• Add or delete articles from the article library

• Add newsletters to the newsletter archieve

• Add Alumni news to the alumni news section

To make other corrections, additions or changes, you will need to
see the Hillside Webmaster.

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ADMISSIONS

Welcome to The Hillside School and Learning Center’s Admission Office. We appreciate your interest in our school and invite you to explore our Web site to learn more about the wonderful opportunities available at The Hillside School and Learning Center.

ADMISSION EVENTS FOR 2012:

ADMISSIONS FOR 2012 DUE BY:

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH APPLICATIONS, PLEASE CALL:
1-000-000-0000

TUITION & FEES:
Please call our offce at 1-000-000-0000 for more information.

A LIMITED NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE

DOWNLOAD THE HILLSIDE APPLICATION TODAY

EMAIL

FRANK@HILLSIDEFORSUCCESS.ORG

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CONTACT US

We welcome your questions at The HIllside School and Learning Center. Please feel free to call us or email us with any informational requests.

Call 818-790-3044

or EMAIL HERE

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DIRECTIONS TO HILLSIDE

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EVENTS

The Hillside School and Learning Center is pleased to host and sponsor a wide number and variety of events thruoghout the year.

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EVENTS FOR COPY HERE

WE HAVE A NEW EVENTS CALENDAR! CHECK IT OUT

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GIVING

GIVING TIME
Giving time helps create the participatory learning experience that Hillside is known for, so parental involvement is not only encouraged, it’s a critical component for both Hillside and the students.

Some of the activities made possible by volunteer participation include day and overnight field trips, poetry reading,
luncheons, Thanksgiving Feast, work days, fundraising events, proms and dances, and speakers. If you can assist with these or other efforts, please call us at (818) 790-3044.

ADVERTISE ON THE HILLSIDE WEBSITE
Hillside School and Learning Center has an active and engaged community of followers that can now be reached with an ad on our website. It’s affordable, easy to do and can help make a difference in the classroom too.

THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SUPPORTERS  2010-2011

For more information, CLICK HERE

OPPORTUNITIES FOR FINANCIAL GIVING

• Annual Fund Drive
• Planned Giving
• Donations & Gifts

All gifts made to The Hillside School and Learning Center support efforts to develop and maintain a challenging curriculum reflective of our mission to provide the highest quality education for our students. Cash gifts are deductible for income tax purposes to the full extent of the law and may be made via PayPal, with cash, check or credit card.

FOR  INFORMATION ABOUT THE ANNUAL FUND DRIVE OR PLANNED GIVING: CALL 1-000-000-0000

TO MAKE A DONATION NOW, CLICK HERE FOR PAYPAL

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WELCOME TO HILLSIDE SCHOOL

and LEARNING CENTER,

where we’re learning for success.

GUIDING &
CELEBRATING

STUDENT
POTENTIAL

Hillside School and
Learning Center exists to help students be successful academically and socially.

Small class size, a safe environment, individualized programs, and a high degree of flexibility define our approach.

Announcements

•    August/September Annual
    Fund Drive: Last Month                 to help:Goal: $60,000          
    Currently: $46,590

•    The Hillside School 2011-2012             begins: Tuesday August 30th.

•    Night School Classes are now             posted.

•    Hillside will be offering AP
    English 4, Literature and
    Composition for the                     2011-2012 school year.
    Instructor: Mr. Richard Mohney

•    Parent Welcome Friday, Sept. 16.         Place: TBD

•    Back-to-School Night: Sept. 26th,
    6:30 p.m.

•    College Fair at St. Francis High             School: Open to the public
    at 7:00 p.m.

Directions

Our campus, which was built to our specifications,
is located at 4331 Oak Grove Dr., in La Cañada. We are one block south of La Cañada high school.

Hillside School and Learning Center, 4331 Oak Grove Dr., La Cañada, CA 91011

Phone: (818) 790-3044

email: frank@hillsidelc.org

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 Hillside School and Learning Center offers a variety of
programs, both academic and support, that strive to enhance, individualize, and optimize the learning process

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Hillside School and Learning Center is
a participatory learning experience for
both students and parents. Parental involvement is not only encouraged, but
is a critical component for both Hillside
and the students.

Parents assist Hillside by providing not
just ancillary financial support, but also volunteer hours, knowledge, energy and enthusiasm that enable us to have and sustain many programs that play an
important part in creating the very special
learning environment we offer.

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HILLSIDE IN THE NEWS

Look for articles and press mentions about the Hillside School and Learning Center here.

EMAIL

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PROGRAM DETAILS

In addition to the traditional day school setting, The Hillside School and Learning Center also offers programs that help students learn around the clock. Additionally, we specialize in special programs – aimed at encouraging and inspiring our studetnts to succeed.

Night School – Hillside’s night school offers classes that provide academic courses needed by students at public and private schools who have conflicting work obligations, sports activities, or who wish to take an elective that’s offered at the same time as a required academic course. These classes, while small in size, tend to be structured more like a college course and students should be self-motivated.

Summer School – During the summer, Hillside offers students in grades 9-12 opportunities similar to those offered by our night and day school. A one-year is taught, intensively, over a six week time period. The keys to student success in this program are small class size and highly individualized attention. Students are required to do substantial homework in order to cover the material and pass the class.

Educational Therapy – A program for all ages. Educational therapy helps students grasp the underlying learning skills and discover the learning stragegy and application of skills that works best for them. Grades improve, and students gain the self-confidence needed to be successful. This one-on-one, twice weekly program is truly “learning for success.”

Assessments – ducational testing or assessing a student’s academic processing skills is one way to create a roadmap for optimizing learning strategies and setting attainable goals. Testing gives parents and teachers insight into how the student processes information, which helps in the selection of teaching strategies. This assessment is given by an educational psychologist. Fees vary depending on the extent of the evaluation.

Special Courses and Programs – Hillside School and Learning
Center offers a variety of special programs and services that enrich
the educational experience of students by strengthening skills
and boosting confidence and self-esteem.

EMAIL

FRANK@HILLSIDEFORSUCCESS.ORG

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CLASSES, ADMISSIONS & PROGRAMS

PROGRAMS – page content

PROGRAMS

Hillside School and Learning Center offers a variety of programs, both academic and support, that strive to enhance, individualize, and optimize the learning process
Hillside School offers students in grades 7-12 a unique program in which they learn for success. Small class size, a safe environment, innovative teaching approaches, and participatory learning are the key to helping students.
Students may attend Hillside School full time, or part-time in a carefully coordinated dual-enrollment option with another public or private school
We are fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and the California State Department of Education. Our curriculum meets the admissions standards of the University of California schools and colleges and universities locally and nationally, while also satisfying eligibility standards of the NCAA. In addition to the core courses required to meet these standards, we offer a comprehensive suite of hands-on elective courses.
Support services include an academic counselor, psychologist, educational psychologist, tutoring, and educational therapy.

 PROGRAM DETAILS
Day School
Night School
Summer School
Educational Therapy
Assessments
Special Courses & Programs
Counseling

EMAIL

FRANK@HILLSIDEFORSUCCESS.ORG

FOR INFORMATION ABOUT HILSIDE

CLASSES, ADMISSIONS & PROGRAMS

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Hillside Day School
Hillside School is a traditional academic program for students in 7th-12th grade. We offer core subjects and electives. Our day school is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and licensed by the California State Department of Education.

Many students attend Hillside on a full time basis. Others are dual-enrolled with local public and private schools. We have a great deal of experience crafting such dual-enrollment programs.

Hillside School operates on a 10 month schedule. The school day begins at 7:50 a.m. and ends at 2:35 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Admission is by interview with parents, application, and a half-day visit by the student. A conference is held to determine the fit of the child with the structure of the program. Hillside School has extensive knowledge and skill in assisting students with learning disabilities, but we are not equipped to handle severe behavioral or emotional disorders.

Our Programs – page content

Our Programs

Hillside School
Hillside School offers students in grades 7-12 a unique program in which they learn for success. Small class size…
Learn more

Night School
Hillside’s night school offers classes that provide academic courses needed by students at public
and private schools who have conflicting …
Learn more

Summer School
Hillside summer school offers students in grades 9-12 opportunities similar to those offered by our night and day…
Learn more

Educational Therapy
A program for all ages. Educational therapy helps students grasp the underlying learning skills and discover the learning stragegy and application …
Learn more

Assessments
Hillside summer school offers students in grades 9-12 opportunities similar to those offered by our night and day…
Learn more

Special Courses and Programs
Hillside School and Learning Center offers a
variety of special programs and services …
Learn more

Fees
Please contact us for details on fees, methods of payment, and related financial issues. Limited amounts of financial aid are available for qualifying students…

Learn more

RESOURCES – page content

RESOURCES

Welcome to the new Online Resource Library for The HIllside School and Learning Center.

Here you’ll find a collection of articles, links and Hillside archives to help answer questions or inspire new ideas.

Feel free to take a look and make suggestions about new topics and categories:

• Article Library

• The Hillside Newsletter – Download or Archive

• Facebook

SMART LINKS FOR HILLSIDERS

http://remote.hillsidelc.org/parent%20abi/
Parent Portal

www.cde.ca.gov
Mandatory content standards for California public schools.

www.hotmath.com
Great help for students who are struggling with math.

www.classnotesonline.com/teacher/ferre
Class notes for Mrs. Ferre– Hillside’s science teacher.

www.launchsports.com
Kevin Mercado’s sports performance website.

http://www.testpreppreview.com/
Sample tests for all occasions.

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The Hillside School Teaching and Administrative Staff – page content

The Hillside School Teaching and Administrative Staff

Joao Cortez                            Margaret Johnson                     Hope Miller                           Karen Dorio

Social Sciences                      Business Administrator           Jr. High Social Science         Educational Therapist/Supervisor
cortez@hillsidelc.org            johnson@hillsidelc.org            hmillerl@hillsidelc.org        dorio@hillsidelc.org

Katy Currey                               Torsten Keller                         Cherri Novotny                                   Angela Hoenshell
Spanish/Night School            Visual Arts                               School Administrative Assistant    Educational Therapist
katycurrey@yahoo.com         keller@hillsidelc.org            novotny@hillsidelc.org                       hoenshell@hillsidelc.org

Liwanag Ferre                     Claire Lawyer                                Julie Olson                                           Angela Menjivar
Science                                   English                                         Jr. High English/Mathematics         Educational Therapist
ferre@hillsidelc.org            Lawyer@hillsidelc.org               olson@hillsidelc.org                           menjivar@hillsidelc.org

Robert A. Frank                  Carol Maskin MFT                      Sheri Stevenson: Night School           Erika Robertson
Executive Director               Psychologist                                Math, Social Science, & Science         Educational psychologist/Assessments
frank@hillsidelc.org            maskin@hillsidelc.org            sheristevenson@earthlink.net               jezz4@pacbell.net

Cyndi Hatcher                             Robert Miller                        Christie Wood
Mathematics/Computers        Academic Counselor            Administrative Assistant
hatcher@hillsidelc.org            miller@hillsidelc.org            wood@hillsidelc.org

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WELCOME TO

HILLSIDE  SCHOOL

AND LEARNING CENTER

where we’re learning

to succeed

Hillside-at-a-glance

• Serving Grades 7-12
• Small Class Sizes
• Interactive & Participatory
• Special Courses & Programs
• Individual Attention
• Parental Involvement
• Fully accredited by Western Association of Schools and           Colleges, the California State Department of Education,
the Universities of California and the NCAA

Announcements

December/January
• 2011-2012 Annual Fund Drive: Goal $60,000 Currently: $19,040
• We do have school tomorrow: Dec. 5, 2011
• Support The Hillside School by shopping at Flintridge Bookstore
and Coffee  House Monday Dec. 5th.
• Hillside Annual Poetry Reading at Boston Court: Weds Dec. 21, 8:30am
• Winter Break: Dec.22-Jan. 3
•  School resumes Jan. 4 – Jan. 16: School Holiday
•  Jan. 24–26: Semester Finals

Directions

Hillside School and Learning Center
4331 Oak Grove Dr.
 La Cañada, CA 91011
Phone: (818) 790-3044

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