Deanna G. Taylor Academy

October 10th is World Mental Health Day! At DGTA, we recognize the importance of caring for our minds and hearts just as much as our bodies. This year, we’re encouraging our s...

Today, October 10th our students in Grades 2-3 had an exciting and educational visit from our local Fire Department as part of Fire Prevention Week ! 🚨 Students learned about f...

October 9, 2025- As part of our Week of Respect Celebrations and Spirit Week, we focused on celebrating he beautiful diversity that makes our school community so special! Each of...

The Institute of Music for Children is a non-profit 501(c)3 arts organization located in Elizabeth. We have a year-round Music and Arts program in which we offer affordable and qu...

Deanna G. Taylor's own Eden Xavier is a finalist in the Union County Red Ribbon Poster Contest. The theme is what is my anti-drug. Please enter votes in the link below. Voting...

🎉 We're thrilled to introduce September's Student Leaders of the Month! 🌟 These exceptional individuals embody the principles of the Leader in Me program, showcasing leadership an...

🎉 We are excited to announce our Student Leaders of the Month! 🌟 These outstanding individuals have shown remarkable dedication and leadership in their classrooms. Thank you for i...

We are thrilled to announce that, after the successful implementation of Drop Everything and Read on Fridays, DGTA will now incorporate this initiative every morning from 8:50 to ...

DGTA is a place where learning comes to life! Whether it’s innovative classroom activities, schoolwide traditions, community collaborations, or celebrations of student success, ou...

📚 Drop Everything and Read Fridays at DGTA! Every Friday at DGTA, our school community takes time to pause, relax, and dive into the joy of reading. Drop Everything and Read (D...

There’s always something exciting taking place at DGTA! From hands-on classroom learning and engaging schoolwide events to community partnerships and student celebrations, our sch...

September 18th, 2025 Back to School Night was a fantastic success! Over 80 families came together to support their scholars' education and build meaningful connections with DGTA ...

Thrilled to announce that Hillside Public Schools has partnered with Apple to provide our 4th and 5th graders with iPads! This initiative aims to foster innovation and enhance stu...

Congratulations to Daniel O. and Miracle P. for rising to the challenge and showing their love for reading this summer! Their dedication and enthusiasm remind us that great re...

The first week of school was filled with energy, excitement, and new beginnings! Students and staff returned eager to learn, connect, and grow together. Classrooms came alive with...

We hope that you are having a great summer. Please find the 25-26 suggested supply list for Grades 2-6. This is also posted under Parent Resources on the DGTA Website. https://hi...

We are excited to announce that two students from Hillside Public Schools have reached the finals of the Union County Red Ribbon Week contest! Please use the link to vote for both ...

Good day! Please join Superintendent Glover, Hillside Board of Education members, and Hillside Public Schools Administrators on Thursday, October 16th, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the H...

Happy National Principals Month from Hillside Public Schools! We appreciate the hard work and dedication from all of the Principals here in the Hillside Public Schools District, o...

💉 Our DGTA staff has completed EpiPen training! While it’s not the most enjoyable task, being prepared for emergencies is crucial for everyone's safety.