The Heritage Herald

I'd like to extend a huge thanks to all of you for making sure our students logged on and completed assignments during our eLearning days. Learning never stops at HMS. We are gearing up for IAR and ACCESS testing. It is very important that all of our students are at school and on time every day. As always, if you have any questions, feel free to contact the main office (708) 458-7590. We hope to see you at Coffee with the Principals on January 5th (3:30)!

Technology Reminder: Please make sure your child charges their chromebook each night.

Warm wishes!

Mrs. P. Malone

Principal, HMS

pmalone@sd104.us

708-458-7590

• February 5 ~ Argo 8th Grade Parent Drop In Visits (8:00-10:00)
• February 5 ~ Coffee with the Principal (3:30-4:30)
• February 6 ~ Graduation Pictures
• February 6 ~ Winter Sports Pictures
• February 13 ~ Valentine Dance [INFO BELOW]
• February 9-13 ~ Spirit Week [INFO BELOW]
• February 19 ~ Chicago Wolves Field Trip (more info coming soon)

District uniform policy:

Per our district uniform policy, plain black or maroon sweaters, sweatshirts, or hooded sweatshirts may be worn over a collared maroon polo or dress shirt or a plain white or black undershirt. Hooded sweatshirts must be worn with the hood down.

Shoes:

Appropriate footwear must be worn at all times. Open-backed footwear is not permitted (sandals, slippers, slides, including all Croc style footwear) Gym shoes must be worn during physical education classes and athletic programs.

Weather:

Many of our middle school students are not dressing appropriately for the cold weather. Please remind your child to wear a coat and other winter essentials. If you need support, please call us.

Join us on February 5th at 3:30 for coffee and conversation. We'd love to get your ideas on how we can make HMS even better!

-Mrs. Malone

-Mrs. Skowronek

-Mr. Saviano

There are only 32 school days left until spring break 😎

• The Health Office continues to stay busy. Many student visits have been related to cold and flu-like symptoms, including fevers. Please refer to the nursing handout and talk with your children about steps they can take to help prevent the spread of illness.

• Norovirus season is also in full swing, and handwashing is key. Please encourage students to wash their hands with soap and water, especially after using the restroom and before eating. Hand sanitizer is not effective against norovirus. Students should be symptom-free for at least 24 hours before returning to school.

• Please contact the school nurse if your student has had an injury or a significant health update, including a new medical diagnosis or an upcoming surgery. We are happy to assist with what is needed for a safe and successful return to school.

• Miles of Smiles will be visiting Graves/HMS on February 2 and 3 to provide dental exams to uninsured students without a dentist. If you submitted permission for this service, your student will be seen on one of these days.

• Now is a great time to begin scheduling required physicals for students entering kindergarten or 6th grade in the fall.

• Ronald McDonald Care Mobile will be returning to HMS/Graves on March 4, 2026. They will be providing school physicals and immunizations for students with state-provided insurance or those who are uninsured. Please contact the school office for additional information.

Thank you for your continued support as we get through the heart of winter together. February is almost here, and we’re counting down with you! ❤️

• 2/3 ~ Argo Student Registration (at HMS)
• 2/5 ~ Argo Student & Parent Registration at HMS - 8:15
• 2/6 ~ Graduation Pictures

March 10, 2026--Wharton Elementary School

April 14, 2026--Admin Center

May 12, 2026--Graves Dual Language School

June 9, 2026--Admin Center