SAU 34

07/15/2026

Thank-you to everyone who participated in yesterday's Special Election.
We are very happy to have an approved contract with the Hillsboro-Deering Federation of Teachers!

07/13/2026

Voting on the renegotiated contract between the Hillsboro-Deering Federation of Teachers and the Hillsboro-Deering School District is tomorrow, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Hillsboro residents vote at the Hillsboro-Deering Middle School 7am -7pm

Deering Residents vote at the Deering Town Hall 8am -7pm

07/06/2026

July 7 is week 3 of 10 weeks of food pick up for our Summer Food Service Program (SFSP)! Email [email protected] if you would like more information about this program! Note the pick up is Tuesday's from 11:30 - 12:45.

We are working to get every child we can a bag that includes 5 breakfasts and 5 lunches each week

06/19/2026

Thank-you Mr. O'Rourke for being such an important part of the Hillsboro-Deering School Community! Once a Hillcat, Always a Hillcat!

Thank-you Mr. O'Rourke! Once a Hillcat, Always a Hillcat!

06/19/2026

06/17/2026

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Please click on the link to see the June Edition of the SAU #34 Community News.

This month's edition includes:
*Important Upcoming Dates
*The Approved School DIstrict Calendars for the 2026-2027 School Year
*H-DES Music Teacher Christine Haley Named 2026 Withington Award Recipient
*Recognition of SAU #34 Retirees and Years of Service Milestones
*Information about the Summer Food Service Program offering weekly free weekly food distribution for children 18 and younger beginning June 23rd
*The link to the 2025-2026 School Climate Survey for Parents
*Information about the Proposed Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Hillsboro-Deering Federation of Teachers - Voting is July14th
*Links to the four school newsletters and pages which all have pictures and information about the great things happening in all SAU 34 Schools
*Many additional links and resources for families and students

We wish the entire SAU #34 School Community a Wonderful Summer Break!

SAU #34 Community News

06/05/2026

06/05/2026

Christine Haley Named 2026 Withington Award Recipient

The Richard W. Withington Award was established by Mr. Withington in 1981, and is presented annually to honor an employee of the Hillsboro-Deering School District who is recognized as an ambassador from the schools to the larger community, and who has achieved excellence in their work, contributed significantly to the general welfare of students in ways above and beyond the normal requirements of their job, offering students and adults alike a model of strong professional behavior.

This year’s Withington Award recipient is an exceptional ambassador for the Hillsboro-Deering School District, a professional who has consistently pursued excellence, elevated the lives of students far beyond the expectations of her position, and modeled the very highest standards of professionalism, compassion, and dedication.

Her work contributes to a culture of belonging. Under her guidance, students discover confidence, resilience, and self-expression. The environment she creates is one in which children feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow not only as musicians and performers, but as people. She guides the performing arts experience for students through her leadership of band, chorus, and drama productions. She understands that the long-term success of our middle and high school music students begins with the foundation established in elementary school, and is committed to making that foundation strong. Her collaboration with colleagues at Hillsboro-Deering Middle and High Schools showcases their vision of a robust K-12 Music program that inspires students to sustain their passion for the arts through middle school, high school, and beyond.

She is the kind of educator whose presence strengthens every aspect of the school community. She exemplifies the very qualities the Withington Award was created to honor: excellence, leadership, service, professionalism, resilience, and an enduring commitment to students and community.

It is an honor to announce Ms. Christine Haley as the 2026 Richard W. Withington Award Recipient.

05/26/2026

Please clink the link to see the latest SAU #34 Community Newsletter.

This is month's newsletter includes:
*Important Upcoming Dates
*News Across SAU #34
*Links to the 2026-2027 Approved School District Calendars
*School Food and Nutrition Program Information
*Links to each school's latest newsletter and pages
*Many additional resources for students and families

SAU #34 Community News

04/24/2026

Please click below to read the April 24, 2026 Edition of the SAU #34 Community Newsletter.

This month Edition includes:

Important Upcoming Dates
The Approved 2026-2027 School District Calendars
Information about the H-DHS Comprehensive Accreditation Process
How to nominate a staff member for the 2026 Withington Award
How to leave Staff Appreciation Messages that will be delivered during Staff Appreciation Week May 4-8
Farm to School Program Update
H-DMS Buttons Mural Project
H-DSD is hosting Workcamp NE in July
Links to the School Newsletters and pages
School Food and Nutrition Program Information
End 68 Hours of Hunger Information
The March 26, 2026 Strategic Plan Progress Update
Many additional links and resources for families and students
We wish everyone a wonderful Spring Break!

SAU #34 Community News