Deanna G. Taylor Academy

We’re thrilled to announce DGTA participation in American Young Voices (AYV) — a one-of-a-kind performing arts experience for students in grades 4-6! AYV is more than just a mu...

DGTA Science Enrichment 2025 – Union Future Fruitful Grant Award Winner! Deanna G. Taylor Academy is proud to announce that our Science Enrichment Program has been selected as ...

🎉 The Husky Den was buzzing today! Students traded their hard-earned Den dollars for awesome items! 🌟

🎉 Seeing Double at DGTA! 👯‍♂️👩‍🏫 Thursday, May 222, 2025 Step aside, fashion icons — our halls were filled with double the style and double the fun as students and teachers team...

On Wednesday, April 30th DGTA brought the energy, excitement, and school spirit as we hyped up our scholars for the 2025 NJSLA! From cheers and chants to motivational moments, our...

This spring, the values we cherish at Deanna G. Taylor Academy are blossoming—literally! Back in October, our National Elementary Honor Society (NEHS) planted tulip bulbs as part ...

Good day, please see the following flyers for Hillside Public Schools' District's Summer Academies! Students in grades 1 through 8, register by scanning the QR code on the flyer th...

Students at DGTA are buzzing with excitement as they dive into the enriching world of Scholastic Real activities! This engaging program encourages a love for reading and fosters c...

On January 17th, we proudly announced that Dahlia Vertreese, the Mayor of Hillside Township, has taken on the role of Mentor Reader for Scholastic Real! With her strong commitment...

On April 17th, we are excited to introduce Melba Mullins, our dedicated Student Assistance Counselor, as a Mentor for Scholastic Real! With a passion for supporting students’ emot...

On April 17th, we are thrilled to announce that Kristy Tuminelli, the Director of Data, Student Information, & Accountability, has stepped into the role of Mentor Reader for Schol...

On April 17th, we are excited to announce that Laquana Best, the President of the Hillside Board of Education, has taken on the role of Mentor Reader for Scholastic Real! With her...

On Thursday, April 17th, we are thrilled to announce that the Director of the Hillside Public Library, Christal Blue, has joined us as a Mentor Reader for Scholastic Real! With a ...

🎶 It's a proud moment for DGTA's Chorus! Under the direction of Vesela Manoilova, they wowed the crowd at the Mayor's 2025 Township Address on March 9. 🌟 What an incredible perfor...

April marks Autism Awareness Month, a crucial time to promote understanding and support for individuals on the autism spectrum. This month serves as an opportunity to raise awarene...

Celebrating togetherness and gratitude! Kamryn Godwin and Tadashi Sellers honor Eid al-Fitr, embracing the spirit of joy, reflection, and community as they share festive moments ...

Congratulations to Daniel Oteri and Samantha Figueroa for winning the Dental Hygiene Month poster contest held by Springfield Orthodontist for 4th grade students. Our scholars wi...

The Deanna G. Taylor Academy’s chapter of the National Elementary Honor Society visited the Hillside Senior Center on Friday, March 21st for a morning of reading, community servi...

We are thrilled to announce that the DGTA eStem Team has won a medal at the eStem Challenge held at NJIT for their impressive prototype! Their hard work, creativity, and dedicatio...

On Friday, March 21st, our 2nd and 3rd graders had a fantastic time at Duke Farms! They enjoyed exploring nature, learning about the environment, and spending time outdoors with t...