HMS Friday Flyover

Hello Hawks!

Another great week is in the books here at Heineman! Our students continue to settle into the school year, build strong routines, and bring great energy to classrooms, activities, and everything happening throughout the building.

Our volleyball season is officially underway, and our Hawks came out strong this week with a decisive win over Cary! It was exciting to see all the energy on the court and a huge shout out to our student section for cheering the team on and keeping them locked in until the end!

This week, we also successfully completed our evacuation, lockdown, and shelter in place drills. Our students and staff did an outstanding job following procedures, responding quickly, and taking the drills seriously. Practicing these routines is an important part of keeping our school community safe and prepared, and we appreciate everyone’s cooperation and focus.

After another busy and successful week, we’re excited to head into a three-day weekend! We hope our students, staff, and families enjoy the extra time to rest, recharge, and spend time together before returning ready for another great week.

Keep bringing your best, Hawks, and keep going ALL IN!

Go All IN Today!

Aim High

Lead Positively

Learn Together

Inspire Excellence

Never Settle

Go Hawks!

Stephen Mogni

Principal, Heineman Middle School

Monday 9/7

No school

Tuesday 9/8

Chain Hawks Disc Golf 2:30-4:30 at Lions Grove

Girls Volleyball Practice 7th & 8th grade from 2:30- 4:00pm 🏐

Environmental Club 2:30-3:45pm 🌿🌎

X-Country Meet at Home vs Lundahl & Marlowe 👟🏃

Homework Club 2:30-3:45pm 📚✏️

Jazz Band 2:30-3:45pm 🎷🎶

Poms Clinic 2:30-3:45pm 📣⭐

Wednesday 9/9

X-Country Practice 2:30-3:50pm 👟

Girls Volleyball Match Away game at Bernotas 4:00-6:00pm 🏐

Homework Club 2:30-3:45pm 📚✏️

Poms Clinic 2:30-3:45pm 📣⭐

Service Club 2:30-3:45pm 🙌⭐

Thursday 9/10

X-Country Practice 2:30-4:00pm 🏃

Girls 7th grade Volleyball Home Match vs Lundahl 4:00-6:00pm (Held at Conley Elementary) 🏐

Girls 8th grade Volleyball Home Match vs Lundahl 4:00-6:00pm 🏐

Homework Club 2:30-3:45pm 📚✏️

Poms Tryouts 2:30-3:45pm 📣⭐

Friday 9/11

X-Country Practice 2:30-3:30pm 🏃

Hootenanny Packet Pick Up 🌟💫🏃‍♀️🚶

Welcome to our new Home/School Connection corner! Middle school is a time of huge growth, and we are here to partner with you every step of the way. Each week we will share a quick, practical tip to help support your student both in and out of the classroom. These tips will range from simple ways to help with homework and build strong study habits, to strategies for supporting your child's emotional well-being and confidence.

It is the mission of Huntley Community School District 158 to inspire, challenge and empower all of our students. In order to accomplish this, teachers and staff regularly monitor student progress. Huntley 158 uses Satchel Pulse, a tool that measures our K-12 students’ learning in relation to the Illinois Social and Emotional Learning Standards and CASEL competencies. Just as Aimsweb and STAR are screeners for math and literacy, Satchel Pulse serves as a screening tool that monitors a student's growth in developing skills such as self-management, goal-setting, collaboration, and decision-making.

Please click this LINK for more information and "Opt Out" options

The After School Activity Bus will begin on Tuesday, September 8th. Students must sign up by NOON the DAY OF (no exceptions will be made). Students can sign up by going to the Heineman Website ➡️ Athletics & Activities ➡️ Activity Bus Sign up.

Students are able to sign up for a week at a time.

Picture Day is Thursday, October 1st!

Picture retakes will be held on Thursday, October 22nd.

At Huntley Community School District 158, we’re proud to celebrate the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. Join us in honoring this vibrant heritage and the diverse voices that make our community strong. If you or your family need support, remember that Care Solace offers free, confidential mental health care coordination services. Call 888-515-0595 or visit caresolace.com/huntley.

Huntley Community School District 158 is excited to welcome all Huntley 158 multilingual families to our next Multilingual Parent Advisory Committee (MPAC) meeting on Monday, September 14, 2026, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. at the District Office, Room 180, 650 Dr. John Burkey Drive in Algonquin. MPAC provides families an opportunity to connect with district staff, share ideas, ask questions, and help support the success and well-being of our multilingual students. Your voice matters, and we hope to see you there!

Heineman Middle School - School ID Policy

It is district and school policy that all students have and wear their school ID daily. This ID is also used to check into school each morning.

Missing ID Policy - Temporary IDs

2nd no ID, temporary wristband: warning, contact home

3rd/4th no ID, temporary wristband: lunch ISO, contact home

5th no ID, temporary wristband: office ID plan

Heineman Middle School - Tardy to Class Policy

Tardy Steps: 2 or more tardies to class in a week will earn students a step; 10+ tardies to class will move a student straight to an office plan

Step 1: contact home (warning)

Step 2: lunch restriction and contact home

Step 3: After School Detention and contact home

Step 4: Office Planned Intervention and contact home

Are you looking for a meaningful way to get involved in our school district? We invite you to consider serving as a representative on our district Parent-Teacher Advisory Committee (PTAC) for the 2026–27 school year.

This year, we are working to strengthen communication and connection between our schools and the district by increasing awareness of the important work of PTAC. We are seeking one parent and one staff representative from each school to attend three meetings during the year and serve as a liaison between their building’s parent group and the district PTAC.

About PTAC
PTAC is a school board-required committee led by the superintendent that meets regularly to review and provide input on key areas, including:

• Student discipline policies and their implementation, including considerations for students with disabilities

• The reciprocal reporting system between the school district and local law enforcement

• School bus safety procedures and how they are reflected in discipline policies

• Policies addressing student behavior, including supports for students at risk of aggressive behavior and bullying

• Guidelines related to the administration of medication at school

Meeting Schedule
All meetings will be held at the District Office from 6:00–8:00 p.m. on:

• Tuesday, September 22, 2026

• Tuesday, January 12, 2027

• Tuesday, April 20, 2027

Representatives will be asked to share updates and gather feedback at their school’s parent meetings (such as PTO/PTA or school advisory groups) to ensure two-way communication between the district and each building.

Important Note
While PTAC plays an important advisory role and informs recommendations to the Board of Education, it is not a decision-making body.

Interested in Participating?
Please complete the interest form by Sunday, September 6, 2026.

Your voice matters, and your perspective is essential to this work. We look forward to partnering with you to support our students, staff, and school community.

If you are looking to be involved at the school level rather than the district level, more information on ways to do that will be coming out soon.

The 9th annual Huntley Hootenanny is a 5K “glow” run/walk for adults and kids of all ages sponsored by the Huntley Education Foundation and presented in partnership with the Village of Huntley and Huntley Community School District 158. With nearly 4,000 participants (including 1,700 elementary students last year!) the Huntley Hootenanny is one of Illinois’ largest 5K community events.

The Hootenanny will be held on Saturday, September 12 in downtown Huntley (on the square) from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Race start time is 7:15 p.m.

You won’t want to miss this fun family event!

REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/4xpQ9qQ

Catch a glimpse of the Hootenanny in action! https://youtu.be/qCUO59Ugh6Q

Topic: School Anxiety, Avoidance & Refusal: Symptoms and Interventions

Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 6PM - 7PM

Presenter: Jacqueline Rhew, LCPC

Open to all Huntley 158 families

Join via Google Meet

September is Attendance Awareness Month and Huntley 158’s motto is “Your Presence is Your Power.” Every day a student is in school is an opportunity for them to build relationships, learn and access support.

The district is kicking off its first virtual Family Learning Series this year with a presentation by Jacqueline Rhew, a licensed clinical professional counselor, who specializes in school refusal and anxiety in children. The virtual event is free and open to all Huntley 158 families.

Rhew’s presentation will provide parents and caregivers with practical strategies to support their child who may be struggling with school anxiety, avoidance, and school refusal.

She will explore factors that contribute to school avoidance and help parents learn how to recognize early warning signs and unhelpful coping patterns, and better understand how anxiety and avoidance can reinforce one another.

In addition, Rhew will outline specific interventions to help children manage anxiety, increase motivation, set realistic goals, and gradually re-engage in school. Parents will also learn strategies for responding to anxiety without unintentionally reinforcing avoidance, promoting healthy coping and problem-solving, and using communication that builds self-advocacy, confidence, and independence.

This partnership provides mental health care coordination services. This resource is completely confidential and available to all students, staff, and their families at no cost.

As the new school year begins, supporting our youth's mental health is more important than ever. The new school year can bring feelings of both anxiety and excitement as students transition into a new grade or perhaps even a new school.

We have provided a Back to School resource packet for parents and families who are navigating through this time. Click here to access the kit.

By working together, we can create an environment where our children thrive. As a reminder, Care Solace partners with our school to offer valuable mental health care coordination services to connect you with community-based providers for counseling, therapy, and more.

To access Care Solace:

Call 888-515-0595: Their multilingual helpline is staffed 24/7/365.

Visit caresolace.com/huntley: Explore mental health providers independently or click "Book Appointment" for personalized assistance.

Thank you for being dedicated parents in the Huntley Community School District 158 community!

You can purchase a Heineman Middle School yearbook for your students at www.yearbookforever.com. Please email Mr. Baser (rbaser@district158.org) with questions.

Fall Sports

Parents/guardians interested in registering their child for a middle school fall sport will need to log into or create a SNAP! account. If you have any questions about SNAP! or fall middle school sports, please contact Jennifer Sebestyen at jsebestyen@district158.org

SNAP - Heineman Middle School Athletics

Please remember to send in a medical note for your child if they have missed school for an appointment. This helps us accurately track each student's attendance properly and avoids unexcused absences. You may also email your note to our Attendance Secretary, Mrs. Lisa Meyers at limeyers@district158.org.

If you child will be out due to a vacation, please have them pick up a vacation absence form in the school office. This will help our office properly track attendance . These absences are considered unexcused per District 158 that follows the State of Illinois policies.

If your student(s) will be out of school please be sure to contact the attendance line at 847-659-4311.

This helps us accurately track your student's attendance . Thank you.

Hoodies, tees, and more! Grab your spirit wear and show off your school pride all year long!

Order Spirit Wear on our Zeffy Home Page: < https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/organizations/heineman-middle-school-parent-teacher-organization>

LAST CHANCE FOR HMS SPIRIT WEAR!

Orders will close Wednesday, September 9th, so place your order today! We have a variety of color/design options for t-shirts (short & long-sleeved, and ladies’ v-necks) and hoodies, as well as several color options of flannel PJ pants. Click here for more details!

Our 5th Annual Color Run has moved to the fall and will be here soon! Click here to register your student now! Volunteers are also needed for this fun event! Click here to sign up to have fun with us!

• Tuesday, September 22nd @ 4-8pm: Culver’s (Huntley) Dine & Share
• Friday, October 2nd: Color Run (rain date 10/5) (Secure your ticket here)
• Tuesday, October 6th @ 8:30am at HMS: October PTO Meeting

Be sure to join our Facebook page to see all the fun we organize throughout the year! It’s also a great place to find the links to volunteer or buy PTO fundraiser & event tickets! Search for HMS PTO Heineman Middle School or CLICK HERE. Current volunteering opportunities can also be found throughout the schoolyear at https://signup.com/go/JANJXJL. If you’re interested in getting more involved, please reach out to d158HMSPTO@gmail.com - we can always use more help!!

If you have a question specific to a certain subject please email your child's teacher.

For 6th grade general academic questions/concerns contact:

Team 6-1: Mrs. Nicole Busam (nbusam@district158.org)

Team 6-2: Mrs. Denise Conlon (dconlon@district158.org)

For 7th grade general academic questions/concerns contact:

Team 7-1: Ms. Jenny Schlueter (jschlueter@district158.org or Mrs. Jeannette Perreault (jperreaultt@district158.org)

Team 7-2: Mrs. Tammy Carpenter (tcarpenter@district158.org)

For 8th grade general academic questions/concerns contact:

Team 8-1: Mrs. Saundra Schlapia (sschlapia@district158.org) or Mrs. Gabrielle Lundsberg (glundsberg@district158.org)

Team 8-2: Mr. Neal Golyshko (ngolyshko@district158.org)

If you have any question concerning a student behavior please contact:

Ms. Katy McCrystal (kmccrystal@district158.org)

If you have any question concerning Student Services please contact:

Mrs. Shannon Seibert (sseibert@district158.org)

If you have any questions concerning any in season sports please first contact your child's coach. For further concerns please contact:

Mr. Jeremy Mikkelson (jmikkelson@district158.org)

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