Jessica Hill - Librarian
Scholastic Book Orders
HFS hosts a Scholastic Book Fair during the week of Winter Parent-Teacher Conferences. This year's dates are 3/17/25-3/21/25. We will welcome shoppers from 8-8:30 and 3:30-4 each day of that week. Purchases can also be made online.
Shopping in person is fastest with cash or a pre-prepared an eWallet. Create an e-wallet on our HFS Scholastic Book Fair Online Page!
Purchasing Books:
Want to order books for your student? Scholastic orders have popular options to choose from, while also rewarding me with free books. Place an order of $25 or more and you can pick a FREE $5 book (use code READS at checkout) to add to your reader’s To Be Read pile!
SHOP MY PAGE: https://orders.scholastic.com/TK6V8
SHOP FLYERS: https://clubs.scholastic.com/all-flyers
Silverwood's Read to Ride Program
UPDATE 3/11/2025: We did not qualify in this year's lottery for the Read to Ride Program. No logs or tickets will be passed out.
At the beginning of each calendar year, between January and March, Silverwood's reading logs will be shared. They must be returned to their classroom teacher or Mrs. Hill by end of March. Students must have the log filled out with 10 hours of reading, signed by an adult. Tickets will be sent out before the end of the school year. For more information, view their Read2Ride Guide here.
Lost or Overdue Books
Lost books can be returned by purchasing a new or gently used copy and donating it to the library. We prefer hardcover versions because of their durability.
Please communicate with the librarian by note, email, in person, or phone call when donating new copies.
Children's and young adult literature I have read that positively influenced me or hold special meaning from classroom experiences.
About Mrs. Hill
In 2021 I moved from Iowa to live and teach in the Flathead Valley with my husband Brandon and our cat Ophelia. I attended the University of Northern Iowa. I received my Bachelors of Arts in Elementary Education with a minor in literacy. I taught 5th grade for 3 years, 3rd grade for 2 years, and am in my second year as School Librarian.
I enjoy disc golfing (a.k.a. frolf), skiing, hiking, camping, board games, music and theater, reading and writing, poetry, water color painting, anthropology, biology, and trying new things. My favorite presents to receive at school are gift cards to coffee spots or bookstores, food, flowers, tea, and especially handwritten letters and drawings.
My most important goal is to instill an appreciation for literature and empower students to investigate their interests and curiosities independently. I believe books are a powerful tool in building human connection, emotional regulation, and learning experiences.
I am committed to creating a safe and positive environment where your child is valued, trusted, and provided access to information and perspectives through quality storytelling or research. It is my hope that you will support this vision from home.
Other Resources for Reading:
Imagine If (Kalispell's Public Library) events, information, and other public resources:
Epic Books
Epic is a website and app that provides ebooks, audiobooks, learning videos, and read alouds for students during the school day.
Parents can purchase an at-home subscription. Enjoy 3 months for the price of 1 with this special offer!
getepic.com/voucher/redeem
Enter code: SUMMER2024
To log in on a computer:
Open up your web browser and:
Enter class code zhc2143
Select their name
To log in on the app:
After opening the Epic app, ask students to:
Tap on “STUDENTS”
Enter class code zhc2143
Select their name
Discovery Education Audiobooks
Students should use their Clever or @helenaflats.org Gmail accounts to sign in.
Scripps Spelling Bee
HFS will be hosting classroom and schoolwide spelling bee competitions on February 4th, 2025. 4th-8th graders are eligible to compete. Study lists will be sent home with students in late January.
"With the free Word Club app for mobile devices and tablets, your child can have fun while mastering the Words of the Champions. The app is adaptable to different study and quiz styles for both spelling and vocabulary, and added game-play will keep your spelling champ motivated."
Click the linked button below to gain access to the app or learn more about spelling bees.