The Heritage Herald

The school year has gotten off to a great start at HMS. Our students have gotten to know their new teachers and are forming new friendships. In order to keep this good momentum going, please remind your child of acceptable behavior while in school, and encourage them to continue to do their best.

If you have questions or need support, do not hesitate to call the main office (708-458-7590).

Mrs. P. Malone

Principal, HMS

pmalone@sd104.us

708-458-7590

9/11 ~ HMS CURRICULUM NIGHT - 6:00-7:30

9/22 ~ Fall MAP Testing Begins

9/25 ~ PBIS Event

9/26 ~ Fall Picture Day & Sports Picture Day

• Washing your hands is the most effective way to prevent the spread of back to school bugs!

• 6th grade students must submit a current health exam and proof of immunizations by October 15th in order to avoid school exclusion per Illinois State Board of Education school code. Thank you to those who have turned them in already!

• IESA sports physicals are required for student athletes. They are to be updated annually as they are valid for 365 days. Sports physicals should be submitted to the athletic department.

• Ronald McDonald Care Mobile will be at HMS/Graves 10/7. Call the office for more information!

• Please talk to your children about not sharing food at lunch in order to protect students with food allergies.

• 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.

Nurse Anita, Nurse Tina & Ms. Oli

September 23, 2025--HMS/Graves Multi-Purpose Room

October 14, 2025--Admin Center

November 11, 2025--Walsh Elementary School

December 9, 2025--Admin Center

January 13, 2026--Walker Elementary School

February 10, 2026--Admin Center

March 10, 2026--Wharton Elementary School

April 14, 2026--Admin Center

May 12, 2026--Graves Dual Language School

June 9, 2026--Admin Center