
Welcome to Heritage!
A Newcomer Newsletter for Military Families
Heritage Elementary School Website
Arrival Information:
7:10- School Office Opens
7:10- Car Rider Line Opens for Student Drop-Off
7:10- Bus Riders Dropped Off
7:10- Breakfast Opens (see MENUS)
7:35- Car Rider Line Closes
7:40- Tardy Bell Rings
7:45- Breakfast Closes
Dismissal Information:
2:35- Prepare for Dismissal
2:40- Car and Bus Riders Dismiss
2:55- Walkers Dismiss
3:30- School Office Closes
If your child is absent, please send a parent, doctor, or dentist note to the Heritage Attendance email address- hrtgattendance@madisoncity.k12.al.us
After School Childcare Options
Expanded Day at Heritage
Up A Creek After School Child Care
181 Hughes Road
Madison, AL 35758
(256) 506-9212
upacreekmadison@gmail.com
Jeong's Yong In Martial Arts
7985 US Hwy 72
West Madison, AL 35758
(256)217-8700
Newcomer Clubs in Madison and Huntsville Area
Newcomers of Greater Huntsville
Check out the fun EVENTS scheduled with women new to Madison County. Their mission is to promote friendship and shared interests among new and long-time members and develop an appreciation for all Huntsville has to offer.
City Newcomers & Neighbors Club
The club meets at 10:00 am the second Thursday of every month at the Hogan Family YMCA- 130 Park Square Lane, Madison, AL. Special interest groups including book club, lunch bunch, games day, creative corner, and other activities are offered.
Global Ties Alabama
Global Ties Alabama is a part of the national Global Ties US organization that promotes citizen diplomacy. Sign up for their newsletter or to volunteer with multicultural events HERE.
Parks in Madison and Huntsville
Madison Greenway
Hiking and biking trails in and around Madison including Mill Creek Greenway, Rainbow Mountain Preserve, Indian Creek Greenway, and Bradford Creek Greenway
Parks and Playgrounds in Madison
This comprehensive list of playgrounds includes the pros and cons of each park.
Playgrounds in Huntsville
This list reviews playgrounds in the Huntsville area. Monte Sano is one of our favorite playgrounds because there are also hiking trails and picnic areas.
Local Libraries
Madison Public Library
Address:
130 Plaza Blvd.
Madison, AL 35758
Huntsville Public Library
Address:
915 Monroe Street
Huntsville, AL 35801
Triana Public Library
Address:
357 Record Street
Madison, AL 35756
Sports and Activities in Madison
AYSO Soccer
AYSO Soccer is available for ages 4-19. AYSO offers Fall and Spring soccer. AYSO also has Indoor Soccer available.
Madison Baseball
Students can register for Summer, Fall, or Spring baseball. They also have softball available. It is located at Palmer Park.
Flag Football and Basketball
This program is run through i9Sports. Different sports operation at various times throughout the year.
Sports at Heritage Church
Sign up year-round for Heritage Sports Soccer, Cheer, Basketball, Football or Baseball. They are a developmental league where your child will learn basic skills, participate in games, and win prizes.
Girl Scouts of North Alabama
Girl Scouts of all backgrounds and abilities can be themselves as they discover their strengths and rise to meet new challenges. Find a local troop HERE or check out their EVENTS page to find fun activities.
Boy Scouts of America
Boy Scouts of America Greater Alabama Council
Annual Activities in Madison, Huntsville, and Redstone Arsenal
Madison Street Festival
Madison City Farmers Market
Location:
Trinity Baptist Church
1088 Hughes Road
Madison, AL
When:
Saturdays
8:00 am to noon from April -September
9:00 am to noon from October- November
Parades in Huntsville
Location:
Downtown Huntsville
When:
Veterans Day Parade- November
Christmas Parade- December
Mardi Gras Parade- February
St. Patrick's Day Parade- March
Redstone Arsenal Oktoberfest
The annual Oktoberfest on Redstone Arsenal is a 3-day festival (Fri, Sat, Sun) that is traditionally held the second full week of September.
Redstone Arsenal Community Tree Lighting and Holiday Market
The annual Tree Lighting and Holiday Market on Redstone Arsenal is a 2-day festival (Sat & Sun) that is traditionally held the weekend after Thanksgiving.
Redstone Arsenal Army Birthday Celebration
Redstone Arsenal Family and MWR hosts the celebration for the Army's birthday on June 14th. The celebration is held outside the gates of Redstone Arsenal at Redstone Gateway.
Contacts for Military Families
Alabama Military Family Liaison
Redstone Arsenal School Liaison Officer
School Liaison Officer
Child & Youth Services
Desk: 256-842-9642
Cell: 256-947-1576
MCEC Community Coordinator
Community Coordinator
Desk: 254-953-1923 ext. 1129
Cell: 913-240-1608