Indian Hill May Newsletter

Posted Date: 05/01/26 (03:00 PM)

Indian Hill Newsletter

May 2026

Principal's Message

Dear Indian Hill Families,

As we welcome the month of May, we are excited to highlight our May/June character trait of the month: Creativity. Creativity encourages our students to think in new ways, solve problems, express themselves, and explore their unique talents. You can support this at home by encouraging your child to try something new or even find creative solutions to everyday challenges. At school, students will continue to explore creativity through classroom activities, projects, and collaborative learning experiences.

From May 4–8, we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week. Please join me in recognizing and celebrating our amazing staff and faculty for their continued support, dedication, and professionalism. Their commitment to our students makes a difference every single day, and we are truly grateful.

We are also looking forward to our incredible Entrepreneur’s Club Fair at Bell Works on May 7, spearheaded by our amazing teacher, Mrs. Atkinson. This event showcases the innovation, creativity, and hard work of our students, and we anticipate another fantastic experience for all involved.

Our IH Walk-a-Thon will take place on Monday, May 11. This is always a fun and meaningful event that promotes wellness, school spirit, and community engagement.

NJSLA testing will begin on Thursday, May 14 and continue through Wednesday, May 20. To help your child feel confident and prepared, please keep the following reminders in mind:

Ensure your child gets a good night’s sleep each evening
Provide a healthy breakfast each morning
Arrive at school on time and ready to begin the day
Send in wired (non-wireless) headphones

We are proud of the effort our students put forth and encourage them to simply do their best.

We are excited to celebrate our 6th grade students at LEAD Graduation on Friday, May 22. Please note that Friday, May 22 will be an early dismissal day, and school will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.

To close out the month, we look forward to Career Day on Friday, May 29, where students will have the opportunity to learn about a variety of professions and future pathways.

It’s shaping up to be a jam-packed month full of wonderful events and meaningful opportunities for our students and families. Thank you for your continued partnership and support.

~Lisa Vitale

Dates to Remember

May 1 - NATIONAL SCHOOL PRINCIPALS' DAY
May 4-8 - TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK
May 5 - Teacher Appreciation Day
May 6 - National School Nurses' Day
May 7-8 - IH Plant Sale
May 7 - IH Entrepreneurs Club Spring Market Fair - 5:30 - 7 at Bell Works
May 10 - HAPPY MOTHERS' DAY
May 11 - IH Walk-a-Thon, Special Education Parent Advisory Committee Meeting 7-8:30 Holmdel High School Library *Child Care will be provided by Holmdel High School Students
May 12 - IH Spring Band/Chorus Concert - 6:30 - 8:30 - IH Cafetorium
May 13 - IH School Store, IH Walk-a-Thon Rain Date
May 14-15 - NJSLA Gr. 4-6 ELA
May 15 - IH PLG Meeting 9:30 - Cafetorium
May 18 - NJSLA Writing Gr. 4-6
May 19-20 - NJSLA Math Gr. 4-6
May 21 - Incoming 4th Grade Parent Orientation 7 p.m. - Indian Hill Cafetorium
May 22 - 6th Gr. Lead Graduation Breakfast; Early Dismissal ALL
May 25 - SCHOOL CLOSED - MEMORIAL DAY
May 26-28 - NJSLA 4-6 ELA/Math Makeups
May 27 - Board of Education Meeting 7-9 HHS

NATIONAL SCHOOL PRINCIPALS' DAY - MAY 1

Happy National School Principals' Day Mrs. Vitale! Thank you for your leadership, dedication, and the positive impact you make in our school every day! We truly appreciate all that you do!

MONMOUTH COUNTY EDUCATION ASSOCIATION FRIENDS OF EDUCATION AWARD

Congratulations Mrs. Vitale on being selected as the recipient of the Monmouth County Education Association Friends of Education Award!

IH ENTREPRENEUR CLUB SPRING MARKET

Students in the Entrepreneur Club at IHS have been working hard & are ready to show off their businesses at our Spring Market Day Event coming soon! The vendor fair takes place on Thursday, May 7th from 5:30-7:00 pm at Bell Works in the main atrium. We expect a huge turn out of family, friends, & community members. Please feel free to include this flyer in your parent communication and spread the word of what is sure to be an event to remember!

STUDENT COUNCIL PENNY WARS

The Student Council is excited to host our annual penny wars! Here is the flyer for Penny Wars which the student council will be hosting from April 30 to May 22

AMERICA'S 250TH UPCOMING BIRTHDAY

In celebration of America's 250th upcoming birthday and in partnership with Holmdel's America 250th Committee, Indian Hill 4th graders took part in a town-wide scavenger hunt organized by Holmdel Recreation. This fun, free community event involved students and their families following clues on the Goosechase App. Tasks lead participants around town to discover fascinating information about Holmdel's history and its role in the Revolutionary War. Since the 4th graders study this particular time in our nation's history, it was an opportunity that couldn't be missed! Students had a blast discovering interesting historical facts about Holmdel's role in the American Revolution. The last task of the challenge involved taking a group photo to celebrate the team's success! Students were encouraged to show their patriotic spirit by wearing the colors red, white, and blue. What an incredible photo celebrating the 250th birthday of America!

MOVIE NIGHT AT INDIAN HILL SCHOOL

On May 29th, Indian Hill will be having a Movie Night! Please see the flyer here. Students must sign up using the sign up genius link or QR code. Page 2 of the slip must be returned with cash and filled out with who will be attending movie night, etc.

SCHOLASTIC BOGO BOOK FAIR

The Scholastic BOFO Book Fair is June 8.

MAY IS CYSTIC FIBROSIS AWARENESS MONTH!

The Indian Hill community is recognizing it in a very meaningful way. One of our teachers, Mrs. Neville, has a son living with Cystic Fibrosis (CF) and has been actively involved with the Boomer Esiason Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting individuals with CF and funding critical research toward a cure.

The foundation has a powerful mission: to transform the meaning of “CF” from Cystic Fibrosis to “Cure Found.” While there is currently no cure, ongoing research and support bring hope to so many families affected by this disease.

In support of this cause, Ms. Karen Bennett will be running the New York City Marathon under a bib for the Boomer Esiason Foundation. Every dollar donated goes directly to the foundation, helping to improve the quality of life and move closer to a cure.

In addition, Indian Hill is also raising funds for the Special Olympics, supporting athletes as they train, compete, and experience the joy and empowerment of sports.

Way to go, Indian Hill, as always exceeding expectations!

INDIAN HILL SCHOOL WALK-A-THON

The Indian Hill School Walk-a-Thon is on May 11. Please join us in supporting a meaningful cause close to our school community. Mrs. Neville's son, Aidan, lives with Cystic Fibrosis, a lifelong illness, currently without a cure.

Ms. Bennett will be running the New York City Marathon to raise funds for The Boomer Esiason Foundation, which supports research and care for those living with CF.

Please see the flyer here to donate to this powerful cause!

For the walkathon we are sponsoring the special olympics and the CF foundation. Please use the link above.

2026 INDIAN HILL SCIENCE FAIR

4th Grade Science Fair: Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026

5th Grade Science Fair: Thursday June 4th, 2026

6th Grade Science Fair: Monday June 1st, 2026

Parents are invited to visit their child’s science fair from 8:45am - 9:30am (Period 1) on their scheduled grade level day.

LOST AND FOUND

Missing anything? Sweatshirt, Jacket, Water Bottle, Lunch Box? Please check out the Lost and Found in the Cafeteria.

IHS PRESS SPRING EDITION 2025

HOT OFF THE PRESS - Please see the Spring Edition of the IHS PRESS Enjoy!

CHORUS AND BAND SPRING CONCERT

The Chorus and Band Spring Concert will be held on May 12 at 6:30pm in the IHS cafe. Tickets are not needed for the event. Looking forward to seeing you all there!

YEARBOOK LINK

Please use this link, if you would like to purchase a yearbook.

ATTENTION: ALL 6TH GRADE PARENTS! IMPORTANT INFORMATION & DATES IN ONE SPOT

Dear 6th Grade Parents,

The end of the year is coming up fast and we are excited to celebrate our 6th graders as they prepare to move up! Please see the important dates and opportunities below:

T-Shirt Design Contest (Deadline May 6)

Moving Up T-Shirt (FREE! - SIZES NEEDED)

Form below:

https://forms.gle/MEfvmJ7c5fu85axB8

Each 6th grader will receive a free Class T-shirt featuring the winning design, generously funded by the Indian Hill PLG. Please be sure to submit your child's size and homeroom teaching using the Google for above.

6th Grade Lawn Signs (Deadline April 23rd) - Celebrate your graduate with a lawn sign! Orders can be placed here:

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-graduation-lawn-signs-grades-3-6-8-and--12

Field Day Fun (June 2nd) - 6th Grade Field Day is Tuesday, June 2nd. More information will be given as it gets closer.

ColorPalooza (June 5th) - Join us for one last celebration before the end of the year with our 2nd Annual Colorpalooza. Details coming soon!

6th Grade Field Trip to Turtle Back Zoo (June 8th) - Reminder: the 6th Grade field trip to Turtleback Zoo is planned for Monday, June 8th. Permission Slips were sent home and need to be returned to attend.

6th Grade Breakfast & Yearbook Signing (June 18th - Order Your Yearbook!)

4TH GRADE PREP SUMMER CAMP

Join the 4th Grade Prep Summer Camp taking place this summer at Holmdel High School. This camp is designed to help students strengthen key academic skills while enjoying a fun, engaging summer experience. 4th Grade Prep Summer Camp provides the perfect balance of learning, creativity, and personal growth to ensure students feel prepared and motivated for the upcoming school year. This camp is not affiliated with the Holmdel Board of Education. Click the link to register. https://healthdevelopmentnj.com/indian-hill-summer-camp

CAMP INVENTION

CAMP INVENTION will be here in Holmdel again Summer 2026!

We had an absolute blast last summer with our future innovators! At Camp Invention, we bring hands-on STEM experiences to inspire children and spark their creativity and innovative thinking. Here, campers can bring their ideas to life, build confidence, and have fun while doing so!

Secure your spot today! Save $25 with promo code FUN25 (expires 3/31/26) on week one (July 13 - 16, 2026). Then use the exclusive registration URL in your week 1 email and save an additional $60 on Week 2!

Learn more at INVENT.ORG/CAMP

HOLMDEL'S NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY PRESENTS: RELAY FOR LIFE ON MAY 15

We are excited to invite you and your families to Holmdel’s annual Relay For Life event, a meaningful fundraiser that supports the American Cancer Society and honors those affected by cancer.

Relay for Life is a community event where participants come together to walk, fundraise, and remember loved ones who have battled cancer. The event will include different games and activities for all ages, yummy food, a dunk tank, and a special luminaria lap. All students, families, and staff are encouraged to participate in any way that they can.

Your participation helps raise awareness, celebrate survivors, and support lifesaving cancer research. Small contributions can make a big difference. Help us support the American Cancer Society!

Thank you for your support and we look forward to seeing you and your families there!

Sincerely,

Relay For Life Event Team

Event Details:

Date- May 15th from 4:00 - 10:00 pm.

Location- Bob Roggy Field, Holmdel High School