The Heritage Herald

Happy New Year!

We hope that everyone enjoyed a warm holiday season. Our students have been working hard in the classroom and in sports. We are very proud of their hard work. There are many great events coming up at HMS, including a Valentine Party (more information coming soon) next month. As always, if you have any questions, feel free to contact the main office (708) 458-7590.

Uniform Reminder:

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.

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

Warm wishes & GO BEARS🐻!

Mrs. P. Malone

Principal, HMS

pmalone@sd104.us

708-458-7590

• TODAY ~ Progress Reports sent home
• January 19 ~ NO SCHOOL-Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• January 22 ~ Transitioning to High School 8th Grade Parent Informational Meeting at HMS(info below)
• January 28 ~ 8th Grade Parent Night at Argo (info below)
• 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

🏈 Kickoff to the School Year 🐻

• The Health Office has been off to a busy start this year. 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.

• 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 can help assist with what is needed for a safe return to school.

• Miles of Smiles will be visiting Graves/HMS on February 2 and 3 to provide dental exams. If you submitted permission for this service, your student will be seen on one of these days.

• Now is the time to schedule required physician appointments for students needing annual visits. Students who require medication at school must have medication authorization forms signed by the parent/guardian AND A MEDICAL PROVIDER (Doctor, PA, APRN) annually.

• Ronald McDonald Care Mobile will be returning to HMS/Graves on March 4, 2026. They can provide school physicals and immunizations to students with state provided insurance or uninsured. Please call the office for more information!

  Let’s work together for a strong and healthy 2026. Good, better, best 🐻⬇️ GO BEARS!

• 1/22 ~ 8th Grade Parent Info Meeting at HMS (9:00 & 5:00) info below
• 1/28 ~ 8th Grade Parent Night at Argo (7:15)
• 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