Derek Arrowood

The Kiwanis Club and our Hamilton Heights Key Club Chapter have cooked up something truly fun. Together, they’re hosting a community dance, Dancing with My Hero, this Sunday, March 22, for students and their families in grades K–8. The event features music, face painting, an obstacle course, and plenty of activities to keep families smiling…

Northern Hamilton County Community Partners are working to better understand the childcare and out‑of‑school needs of families across the Hamilton Heights School District. As part of this effort, we are inviting parents and caregivers to share their experiences related to childcare (ages 0–3), preschool (ages 3–5), and before‑ and after‑school care and out‑of‑school opportunities (ages…

Today kicks off Public Schools Week — a national celebration dedicated to recognizing the essential role public schools play in shaping the lives of young people and strengthening the communities they call home. This week invites us to pause and reflect on the profound impact of public education, not just as a system, but as…

As we celebrate National School Counseling Week, we pause to recognize the extraordinary impact our school counselors make across Hamilton Heights each day. Their work reaches far beyond scheduling and guidance—they are essential members of our student support team, helping to create learning environments where every child feels safe, encouraged, and equipped to grow academically,…

As we celebrate National School Counseling Week, we pause to recognize the extraordinary impact our school counselors make across Hamilton Heights each day. Their work reaches far beyond scheduling and guidance—they are essential members of our student support team, helping to create learning environments where every child feels safe, encouraged, and equipped to grow academically,…

Welcome to 2026! I hope you and your families enjoyed a restful and joyful winter break. One of the things I love most about education is that we get to celebrate a fresh start twice—once in August and again as we begin the new calendar year. This gives us the opportunity to carry fresh momentum…

Hamilton Heights is proud to honor Mr. Lawrence “Sonny” Beck as our inaugural Distinguished Alumni honoree. A 1958 graduate of Jackson Central High School, Mr. Beck has spent his life growing far more than crops — he has cultivated a legacy of leadership, innovation, and service that has shaped agriculture, education, and the Hamilton Heights…

If you are out and about, be sure to stop by Dark Side Coffee House in Cicero and check out the charming surprise in the back hallway: the Tiny Art Gallery, a creative partnership led by HHHS art teacher Carrie VanAlstine. Inside it sits an even smaller delight — the Teeny Tiny Art Gallery, a…

Hamilton Heights is proud to announce the launch of our Distinguished Alumni Program—a new initiative celebrating graduates who have made lasting contributions in their professions and communities. We are thrilled to share that our very first honoree has been selected! Their story reflects the pride, excellence, and legacy of Hamilton Heights. Stay tuned…the official reveal…

Welcome back! I hope everyone had a restful and rejuvenating fall break. As we dive into the second nine weeks, it’s great to see our students back in action — refreshed and ready to learn. There’s a lot to look forward to in the weeks ahead, and we’re excited to keep the momentum going together.…