The Heritage Herald

The first week of 2023-2024 was awesome! Our students were so excited to see their friends, make new friends and meet new teachers. We even ended this week with our first PBIS celebration, which included some much needed fresh air and a fruity treat.

As we begin our academic focus next week, please make sure your child is on time for school and ready to learn. This includes a good night's rest, breakfast and a charged chromebook. As always, if you have any questions, give us a call (708-458-7590), or email your child's teacher.

Mrs. Malone

Principal, HMS

pmalone@sd104.us

8/28 ~ Loyola Mobile Health Van Visit (see below for information)

9/4 ~ LABOR DAY--NO SCHOOL

9/5-8 ~ MAP Testing

9/14 ~ HMS CURRICULUM NIGHT -6:00-7:30

9/21 ~ PICTURE DAY

Please see the information below regarding the student dress code policy from the student handbook. This is the policy we will follow, including wearing "any approved spirit wear attire or school athletic uniforms on any day".

Welcome back! We hope you enjoyed plenty of vitamin D filled sunshine over summer break! The nursing team is very lucky to have the addition of more space and a health-aide this year! Ms. Oliva Gomez “Ms. Oli” transitioned to our health team. She will be helping students navigate the health office, providing nursing clerical assistance and basic first aid. She is CPR & first aid certified and she is a great addition to our Health Office team!

Just a few notes as we begin a new school year...

• Washing your hands is easy, and it's the most effective way to prevent the spread of germs... Especially stomach bugs!

• It is best for students to wear short sleeve school uniform shirts during hot temperatures.
• When you send your student to school, you are attesting that your student is in good health and ready for learning. Follow these guidelines on when to return to school for our top three symptoms of illness:

-Fever (100.0 or higher): The student may return to school after being fever free 24hrs without fever reducing medication.

-Vomit: The student may return to school after being free of vomiting for 24hrs.

-Diarrhea: The student may return to school after being free of diarrhea for 24hrs.

We are ready for a safe, healthy, and happy school year! ❤️

Nurse Anita, Nurse Tina & Ms. Oli

*Please send copies of school physicals/immunizations/dental & vision exams with your students as soon as possible if due.

See the below state mandated requirements:

Sixth Grade

History/Physical/Immunizations Form

Dental Examination Form

New to District

History/Physical/Immunizations Form

Dental Examination Form

Vision Examination Form

During the month of September your student will receive Sexual Health Education as part of the Summit School District 104 Sexual Health Education Policy. Please click the link below for additional information.

If you need additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thanks,

Kelsi Frank

kfrank@sd104.us

Director of Physical and Health Education District 104

Athletic Director at Heritage Middle School

Students should not arrive to campus prior to 7:30 (8:30 on Wednesdays). If you would like to utilize the HMS/Graves Drop Off/Pick Up Line, please stop by the HMS main office to pick up a car placard. If you are unable to stop by, call and we will give your placard to your child.

See the picture below that depicts the flow of traffic. It is extremely important that you follow this flow of traffic so that we keep all students safe. Please pull all the way ahead, and allow your child to walk back to their door.

September 13, 2023 at Graves/HMS

October 11, 2023 at at Graves/HMS

November 8, 2023 at Walsh School

December 13, 2023 at the Admin Center

January 10, 2024 at Walker

February 14, 2024 at the Admin Center

March 13, 2024 at Wharton

April 10, 2024 at the Admin Center

May 8, 2024 at Graves/HMS

June 12, 2024 at the Admin Center