Heritage Happenings

Heritage elementary admin team group photo

Dear Heritage Families,

As we move into November, it’s the perfect time to pause and reflect on all that we are thankful for. At Heritage Elementary, we are so grateful for the partnership we share with our families, staff, and community. Together, we create a strong team focused on helping every student learn, grow, and succeed.

This month, as we celebrate the season of gratitude, we want to thank you for your continued support—whether it’s volunteering, encouraging your child at home, or working with teachers to support learning. Your involvement makes a tremendous difference in the lives of our students.

We look forward to continuing this teamwork as we help our students reach their fullest potential. Wishing all of our families a safe, restful, and joy-filled Thanksgiving season!

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
Email the attendance email: attendance.heritage@wsdr4.org

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

Heritage Elementary respectfully invites you to our Veterans Day Celebration on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.

A special breakfast will be held in the Gold Cafeteria at 8:30 a.m. for students and their veteran guests, followed by an assembly at 9:15 a.m. in the Academy Gym.

Please complete the RSVP form below if you and your veteran guest plan to attend.

RSVP Here

It's time to vote for the Heritage Teacher of the Year! The list of staff members below was created through the first round of nominations. Please select the individual you believe is most deserving of this special recognition. The deadline to submit this form is next Monday, Nov. 10. We will announce our Teacher of the Year during American Education Week on Nov. 19 prior to our faculty meeting.

Vote Here

Picture Retake Day is coming up on Nov. 20! This is a great opportunity for students who missed the original picture day or for those who would like a new photo taken. If your child will be having their picture retaken, please send the original picture package or proof back to school on that day. We look forward to seeing all those great smiles again!

FOR ABSENTEE STUDENTS WHO NEED TO ORDER:

Heritage Elementary-Wnzt Absentee & Retake Picture Day
Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
Pre-Order Online: www.WagnerPortraitGroup.com
Pre-Order Password: 5G6Q4Y4U
Direct Order Link:
https://wagner.portraitpics.co/api/v2/keys/lookup/wagner?key=5G6Q4Y4U

Picture of leaves with the word gratitude written on a piece of paper

As Thanksgiving approaches, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated teachers and staff at Heritage. Their commitment and passion make a significant impact on our children's education and development. Here’s your chance to let them know how much they are appreciated! We invite you to use this form to recognize a teacher or staff member that your family is thankful for. By sharing your kind words, you help us create a sense of appreciation and acknowledgment that truly uplifts our educators. You are welcome to fill out more than one form!

Staff Recognition Form

In case you missed it, first quarter grades are available to view in Focus, and the WSD is using Standards-Based Grading to help teachers—and families—see exactly what your child has learned and where they might need more support. Learn more about Standards-Based Grading and what you might see on your child's report card.

i-Ready is an integral part of our curriculum for reading and mathematics. It enables your student's teacher(s) to identify their specific needs, personalize their learning, and track their progress throughout the school year. By meeting your student exactly where they are, i-Ready empowers your teacher(s) to enhance your student's learning gains. How to access my students' results.

We value your feedback! Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts about your child’s student-led conference on this form. Your input helps us improve how we support students in reflecting on their growth and setting future goals.

All responses are confidential and will be used to strengthen our partnership between school and home.

Student Led Conferences Feedback

Monday, Nov. 10

Sky Zone O’Fallon | 61 North Central Drive, O’Fallon, MO 63366 | 4-8 p.m.

Head to Sky Zone O'Fallon anytime between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Nov. 10 and enjoy up to 2 hours of jumping time for $19.99 per jumper. For every jumper, $7 will be donated back to Heritage PTA!

Safety waivers can be filled out ahead of time at this link or at Sky Zone before purchasing jump time.

Fill Out Your Safety Waiver Here

Thursday, Nov. 13

Carr St. Cafe | 5:30 p.m.

Come learn about the positive impact the PTA is making at Heritage and upcoming events!

Parents, teachers, staff, grandparents…Everyone is welcome! (Kids too)

Please enter through the office doors on Carr St. The Blumhoff office doors will be locked.

Thursday, Nov. 20

Chuck E. Cheese | 2669 Veterans Memorial Pkwy. St. Charles, Mo 63303 | 3-9 p.m.

Join us at Chuck E. Cheese St Charles anytime between 3 p.m. and 9 p.m. on Nov. 20 and enjoy multiple discounts from BOGO adventure zone admission to 120 play points for $30. Students who earned 30 free play point wristbands at the Bear Blitz can redeem their fun too! 20% of all sales at this event will be donated back to Heritage PTA!

Friday, Dec. 5 - Winter Wonderland Dance
Sunday, Dec. 21 - Skate & Donate at Chicken N Pickle

Would you like to bring a little holiday cheer to a WSD family? Each year in December the WSD Holiday Assistance Program helps to provide gifts for needy students and their families. Last year 361 families and 982 children received assistance in this charitable effort! The program works with businesses, community groups, and individuals to help make the upcoming holidays more enjoyable for struggling families. In our schools, students and staff do a variety of things to raise money and collect gifts, and many families are adopted by their own caring school community. But there is always a need for additional community support.

If you would like to adopt a family, please contact (636) 327-3800 x20358 or zacharybreckle@wsdr4.org.

We are feeling extra thankful for amazing staff this month! Has your child's teacher made a significant impact? Do you want to recognize a staff member who goes above and beyond? Celebrate a teacher or employee with a Wentzville Wow Factor Award anytime throughout the school year to let them know they are making a difference! Nominate a Staff Member.

Click here for the 2025-2026 School Calendar

November

3-4: No School - Fall Break
11: Veterans Day Assembly @ 9:15 a.m.
12: Papa John's Night
15: PTA Meeting @ 5:30 p.m.
17: Caps For Camp/PJ Day $1
20: Picture Retakes
26-28: No School - Thanksgiving Break

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.