American Falls / Idaho / United States
Hillcrest Elementary School operates under the American Falls School District 381. Hillcrest features state-of-the-art computer laboratories, media centers, multipurpose cafeterias and fully equipped playground. The school employs experienced teachers, counselors and night custodians, and enrolls more than 600 students annually. It offers a wide range of special education services, advanced learners program, separate classes for above- and below average students, and 6-trait writing program. Located in American Falls, Idaho, the school utilizes language arts approach to reading, writing, spelling, listening and speaking. It also utilizes problem solving and hands-on learning in mathematics for sequential development of number concepts and computation, and thematic units for science, health and social studies. Hillcrest s activities include musical performances, dramatic productions, author and artist-in-residence programs, school spirit days, community service programs, and field days. Additionally, it offers after school sports, computer, science, drama and knitting clubs, community service projects, field trips, and assemblies.