The Husky Howl

October 2, 2026

Principal

It has been a wonderful few weeks at Heim Elementary!

Please join us for our Math Night on October 22nd, the flyer is below!

Are you interested in supporting your child with math development at home? The District has created a family friendly math website with many resources for you to be able to do this. Feel free to check it out at the following link: https://sites.google.com/williamsvillek12.org/family-math-games/home

October 12

Indigenous Peoples' Day/Italian American Heritage Day, District Closed

Picture Day

Picture Day will be held this year on Tuesday, October 13.

Halloween

Our students start thinking about Halloween early! Students are allowed to wear a costume on Friday, October 30, as long as it is consistent with our Halloween guidelines (see below):

• Your child’s classroom teacher will communicate if they should wear their costume to school or change here.

• Masks covering a child’s face are not allowed.

• No toy swords, guns, or weapons.

• Costumes must be school appropriate – no reference to drugs, tobacco, alcohol, or inappropriate language.

• Costumes should not obstruct others’ view of the board or teacher in classroom.

• Costumes should not be disruptive to classroom instruction.

• A student should be able to safely travel throughout the building in his/ her costume.

• If you are unsure if your child’s costume is school appropriate or if you have any questions, please ask your child’s teacher.

Our Halloween parade will take place on October 30th at 9:05 am weather permitting.

Assistant Principal

Reading with the Principals:

Over the past few weeks, we loved visiting classrooms for Reading with the Principals! We had a wonderful time reading a story about being bucket fillers and joining the students in a community circle to talk about how we can support and lift each other up every day.

Arrival/Dismissal:

Thank you everyone for your continued efforts in helping ensure arrival and dismissal run smoothly and safely!

As a reminder:

• Right Front Loop (facing the building): No drop-offs or pick-ups. This lot is strictly reserved for building visitors, emergency vehicles, and specialized transportation. Stopping or parking along the curb is prohibited.

• Left Front Loop (facing the building): Primary drop-off & pick-up zone.

• Morning: Drive-thru student drop-off.

• Afternoon: Blue card drive-thru pick-up.

• Red Card Pick-Up (Gym): Red card pick-ups take place at the gym.

If you are not using the drive-thru during arrival or dismissal, please park in the main lot located between Heim Elementary and Heim Middle School.

Thank you everyone and Go Bills!

Natalie Davis

Assistant Principal

• Friendly reminder to notify your child {children’s} teacher or Mrs. Kevekordes, the school nurse, if your child has been diagnosed with a communicable illness including, but not limited to, Strep Throat, Pneumonia, Flu, or Hand, Foot and Mouth. That helps us keep Heim families informed about monitoring for potential symptoms.

  
  

  If your child needs Tylenol or Ibuprofen in the morning before school, they are not well enough to come to school. We are doing all we can to prevent the spread of illness here at school, including discussing good hygiene, frequent hand washing, drinking lots of water and surface cleaning. Please reinforce these practices at home.

  
  

  Medication Drop Off Information:

  All medication, including non prescription medication, must have a written order from the student’s physician or licensed prescriber.

  
  

  Prescription Medication must be in the container prepared by the pharmacist with the original label specifying the name and strength of the medication. (Note: the pharmacy label does not constitute a written order and cannot be used in lieu of a written order from a licensed prescriber.)

  
  

  Non Prescription Medication must be in the original and sealed manufacturer’s container with the student’s name affixed to the container. All medication must be delivered directly to the school nurse by the parent or guardian. Medication orders must be renewed annually and whenever there is a change.

Reminder for Pick Up

Please remember to always have ID when coming into school, as you may be required to provide it when picking up your child.

Visitor Sign In Procedure

Our District utilizes the Raptor System for visitors coming into the building. With this procedure, you will need to provide photo ID that will be scanned into the system for security purposes. Once you are scanned the first time, subsequent visits will only require us to sign you in with your last name. Your name remains in the system from year to year.

Attendance Reminder

If your child will be out sick, please be sure to contact the Attendance Office via WITS Mail or by calling 716-626-8682.

Dismissal Reminder

If there is any change to your child’s regular dismissal routine, please call the MAIN OFFICE at (716) 626-8686, as teachers may not always get the message in time for dismissal.

The District is once again partnering with UB to host a Williamsville Central School District Spirit Day!

• Date - October 3rd - UB vs. Western Michigan (Time TBD)

• Students and staff are eligible for 1 complimentary ticket

• Parents/guardian must purchase a ticket for students to attend

• Students in grades K-8 will have the opportunity to be on the field as part of the tunnel walk when the team takes the field

Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Williamsville East HS (Commons)

This townhall style meeting will give students, families, staff members and residents a chance to talk about any education-related issue they wish. There is no agenda or set topic.

School Board members and the Superintendent will be on hand to listen, answer questions, and discuss the latest topics impacting Williamsville schools and public education.

On Tuesday, October 20th from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Williamsville South High School, the Williamsville Central School District will be hosting a Hands-Only CPR/AED event in coordination with the American Heart Association for students, families, staff, and community members.

Date: Monday, October 26, 2026

Time: 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Location: Casey Middle School Cafeteria

• Accepted Insurance: IHA, BCBS, Highmark, Blue Card, Univera, NOVA, MVP, Excellus, Medicare Part B, United Healthcare, etc.

• Insurance not accepted: Fidelis, Medicaid, The Empire Plan, Molina Health

The District has several committees that meet throughout the course of school year and are looking for additional parent/guardian members to join:

• Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC)

• Safety

• Wellness

• Communications

If you are interested in joining, please email contact@williamsvillek12.org and indicate the committee you’d like to join.

• Enriching Student Life: We fund student field trips, stock the book vending machine, and provide teacher grants for essential classroom resources.

• Building Community: We host memorable traditions like Family Fun Nights, Book Fairs, and the Fun Run.

• Capturing Memories & Pride: We design the annual yearbook, coordinate spirit wear, and organize our amazing network of parent volunteers.

We would love to see you at our PTA meetings to connect, share ideas, and kick off the year together. Whether you are a returning face or completely new to the school, everyone is welcome, and you do not need to be a current PTA member to attend. Bring the kids! Free childcare is provided during the meeting by the Amherst YES (Youth Engaged in Service) Program (children must be potty trained).

Membership Information: Joining the PTA is a fantastic way to support our students. Membership is just $10 per person, which includes one school directory per family, and family memberships are also available. Thank you to everyone who supported us last year! As a quick reminder, memberships do not roll over, so a new school year means it's time to renew your PTA membership.

Click here to join or renew your PTA membership for the new school year!

Main Office:

Claire Licata-Michael Principal

Natalie Davis, Assistant Principal

Jill Fetes, Senior Clerk Typist

Sharon Dry, Part Time Clerk Typist

Phone: 716-626-8686
Fax: 716-626-8679

Attendance:

Connie Zimmer, Attendance/ Health Office Aide

Phone: 716-626-8682

Health Office:

Lynn Kevekordes, RN, School Nurse

Phone: 716-626-8639
Fax: 716-626-8688

Address:

155 Heim Road
Williamsville, NY 14221