Ms. Cohen's Kindergarten Classes Collect Pajamas for the Pajama Program

Both of Ms. Cohen's Kindergarten classes have just completed a pajama collection for the Pajama Program, an organization that provides new books and pajamas to children in need. The classes collected 22 pairs of pajamas and Scholastic Books offered to match each pajama donation with a new book. The Kindergarteners learned about the value of giving to others who may not have as much as they do and how pajamas are something that every child needs, but don't always have.

Hillside 5th Graders Decorate Holiday Gift Bags for the Needham Community Council

In the spirit of being thankful and giving back, Hillside's entire 5th grade class spent part of the day before the Thanksgiving holiday decorating gift bags for the Needham Community Council under the direction of Mrs. Geary.  The bags were delivered to the food pantry and filled with personal care items for our community members in need.  Students wrote notes of holiday cheer for each bag they decorated, and had fun putting their personal touches on the bags.