Heritage Happenings December 2025

Dear Heritage Families,

Happy New Year! We hope everyone had a relaxing and enjoyable winter break filled with rest, joy, and special moments with loved ones. We are excited to welcome students back as we begin a fresh year of learning, growth, and new opportunities.

January is a time for resetting routines and revisiting expectations to help students transition smoothly back into the school environment. Classrooms will be focused on goal setting, building positive habits, and continuing to strengthen both academic and social-emotional skills. Students will jump back into reading, writing, math, and hands-on learning activities that encourage curiosity and critical thinking.

As the winter weather continues, please remember to send students dressed appropriately for outdoor recess, including coats, hats, and gloves. We will continue to go outside whenever possible to give students time to move and recharge.

We appreciate your continued partnership and support. Working together helps ensure every student feels safe, supported, and successful. We look forward to a great start to the new year and all the learning ahead!

Warmest Regards,

Your Admin Team

Dr. Kimberley Walters, Val Sutton, Katie Will, & Melrick Bogier

Options to report student absences:

Call the attendance line and leave a message: 636-327-3846 and press 1 to report an absence
Send an email: attendance.heritage@wsdr4.org

Please include the reason for the absence as this will be noted in Focus.

As we approach the colder months, we want to re-share the District communication that has information regarding the WSD's inclement weather procedures for the 2025-26 school year. This year, snow days one and two will be traditional snow days. After our second snow day this year, we will switch to AMI (alternative methods of instruction) for snow days three through seven. Read more on what to expect this winter or view AMI assignments.

All children who will turn five before Aug. 1, 2026, are eligible to attend kindergarten for the 2026-27 school year. Our building's registration date is (enter your date). Complete the pre-screening and register for our building's kindergarten enrollment event.

Dear Heritage Elementary Family,

Throughout the duration of the academic year, the Wentzville School District partners with community agencies that specialize in providing students, families, and educators with preventative education. Agency presenters are credentialed, coordinated through the District, and under the supervision of building administrators. Presentation topics are targeted toward specific grade levels. All students will participate in each program unless you choose to opt your child out of the lesson(s). If you are interested in opting your student(s) out of the presentation(s), please click the appropriate link(s) below.

Kindergarten Opt-Out Form

First Grade Opt-Out Form

Second Grade Opt-Out Form

Third Grade Opt-Out Form

Fourth Grade Opt-Out Form

Fifth Grade Opt-Out Form

If you have additional questions, please reach out directly to your student’s school counselor.

Thank you,

Dr. Kimberley Walters, Heritage Principal

Val Sutton, K-1 Assistant Principal

Katie Will, 2-3 Assistant Principal

Melrick Bogier, 4-5 Assistant Principal

Christy Stenberg, ESC

Jen Lee, K-1 Counselor

Zach Orlando, 2-3 Counselor

Emily Milner, 4-5 Counselor

Who in your child’s day still needs a WOW Factor Award from you? The WSD is 28% of the way toward its goal of getting 2,600 WOW Factor Awards this school year. Help us show staff they matter get to 100%!

Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026 - 5:30 p.m. in the Carr St. Cafe

(Please enter through the office doors on Carr Street.)

Parents, teachers, staff, grandparents…everyone is welcome! Free childcare will be provided. Come learn about the positive impact the PTA is making at Heritage and upcoming events!

Every single PTA Board position for the 2026-2027 school year is open, and we need YOU! If you're interested in running for a role, we encourage you to join us now. Getting involved today is the best way to learn about the roles and the incredible impact the PTA has on our school community. Ready for a new adventure? Send us an email at heritageptawebmaster@gmail.com.

Monday, Jan. 19, 2026 - 11:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

4105 N. Cloverleaf Dr., St. Peters, MO 63376

Parents, plan a fun day out while the kids are off school! Join us at Kokomo Joes in St. Peters anytime between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Jan. 19. Kokomo Joe's has fun for everyone including activities like the arcade, bowling, bumper cars, and so much more. A portion of all game card sales will be donated back to Heritage PTA!

Thursday, Feb. 19 - “Canvas & Cupcakes” Student Art Show & Cupcake Decorating

Our School Lunch Hero program aims to ensure no child leaves the cafeteria hungry. Donate to our Lunch Hero program to help WSD families struggling to keep up with paying for school breakfast and lunch. Read more about School Lunch Heroes and make a donation.

Click here for the 2025-2026 School Calendar

January

5: Late Start and Caps for Camp/PJ $1
8: PTA Meeting @ 5:30 p.m.
9: Quarter 2 Grades Published in Focus
14: Papa John's Night
16: School Wide Spelling Bee
19: No School- MLK Day

HES Parent/Family Engagement 2025-2026

HES School/Parent/Family Engagement Policy 2025-2026

Title One School Wide Parent Compact

All of these documents can be found on the district website.

Copies are also available in the main office.

Every Student Succeeds Act "ESSA"

What is Helping Hands?

Helping Hands 4 Families is a local non-profit organization committed to building community and school relationships and supporting families in becoming independent with their life goals. Helping Hands 4 Families provides families with basic household necessities on a MONTHLY basis and other support or resources. If you need support for your family sign up here. If you are interested in more information visit our Website or FaceBook Page.