Deanna G. Taylor Academy

Each month, students in every classroom vote to recognize a peer who exemplifies outstanding leadership. This peer-selected honor is a cornerstone of our Leader in Me program — r...

In celebration of Read Across America, Deanna G. Taylor Academy was filled with the joy of storytelling and the magic of books! We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Hillside Fire...

In celebration of Read Across America , DTGA was proud to welcome Hillside's own Captain Burgess-Mason for a special visit with our 2nd grade scholars! Captain Burgess-Mason s...

We are proud to recognize the outstanding achievement of our students who have earned Marking Period 2 Honor Roll ! Your dedication, perseverance, and commitment to excellence tr...

Good day, please see the following important communication from the Superintendent's Office regarding immigration, thank you. Immigration Letter to Staff and Parents - English Im...

Our Girls Rock Science program launched with an exciting and hands-on Session 1, where our 5th and 6th grade girls stepped into the role of scientists and engineers as they explor...

Celebrating Muslim Heritage Month This month, Hillside Public Schools is proud to recognize Muslim Heritage Month — a time to celebrate the rich history, cultures, traditions, ...

At Deanna G. Taylor Academy (DGTA), we are proud to support the well-being of our students and families both inside and outside of the classroom. Recently, Vice Principal Budhu h...

This month, we are proud to honor students who exemplify Habit 3: Put First Things First—a key habit from the Leader in Me framework that teaches students to prioritize, stay orga...

We are proud to celebrate the outstanding students who earned Honor Roll recognition for the First Marking Cycle! Their dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence truly s...

🌟 We’re thrilled to introduce the Green Light Leader Board at DGTA! 🎉 This initiative celebrates the incredible achievements of our classes and students. It's all about recognizin...

Monday, October 27th DGTA Scholars participated in the Red Ribbon Assembly. Red Ribbon Week is an annual drug prevention and awareness campaign observed in the United States, usua...

To support School Violence Prevention Week, our scholars participated in Jersey Day by wearing their favorite sports jerseys. This special event fostered a sense of community and s...

An Effort to Keep Our Students Illness-Free and Learning Strong! At DGTA, we’re committed to keeping our students safe, healthy, and ready to learn every day. Please review the...

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...

🎉 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 ...

Congratulations to all of our Hillside Public Schools student winners of the Charlotte Jones Black History Month Essay Contest, hosted annually by the Hillside Branch of the NAACP...

Deanna G. Taylor Academy (DGTA) hosted its Iron Chef cooking competition on May 20th, 2026! 4 aspiring chefs representing the two sixth grade classes at DGTA competed to make the ...

Summer School registration is now open! Our program provides students with opportunities to strengthen academic skills, receive additional support, and prepare for success in the ...