Heritage School Newsletter

Dear Families,

We have had a wonderful start to the new school year! It has been such a joy to see our students smiling, happy, and engaged in their learning. As we move through October, our classrooms are settling into routines, friendships are growing, and students are building confidence as learners. Thank you for your continued support in making the start of the school year such a positive one!

As a friendly reminder, please keep squishy toys and other toys at home. We understand that some students benefit from sensory tools to help them feel calm, focused, and ready to learn. Our school will provide appropriate sensory tools for students who need them.

ONGOING: FOOD & COAT DRIVE- Our after school community service club is collecting non perishable food donations AND New or gently used CHILDREN'S COATS through the month of October. If you have any items, please send with your child.

There is a collection bin outside of the main office.

Thank you for partnering with us to create a caring, safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment for all students. I look forward to a wonderful October filled with learning, growth, and smiles.

🎃 Upcoming Events

• Oct. 12 – No School

• Oct.16 - Wear Pink Day - October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

• Oct. 21 - Picture Retakes - Lifetouch will be in the building in the morning only

• Oct. 23 - World Series Day (More spirit days below)

• Oct. 28 - Shepherd Hill Presents "Haunting on the Hill (a fun, drive through trick or treat experience for children" (See below)

• Dec. 9- Grade 3 Holiday Show (See below)

• Jan. 30 - Harlem Wizards Basketball (Tickets on sale Nov. 1)

🌟 Character Trait of the Month: Responsibility

This month we are highlighting Responsibility. Teachers will nominate students who show responsibility in their work, choices, and actions. We encourage families to talk about responsibility at home too!

🍎 Reminders

• Please send your child with a jacket as mornings are chilly.
• Label sweatshirts, coats, and lunch boxes so lost items can be returned. The lost and found table in the lobby is full of unlabeled items.
• Attendance matters! Regular on-time attendance helps students succeed

Peter Olson

Heritage School Principal