Heim's Heartbeat
October 15, 2026
We have many awesome events coming up including Picture Day, Scholastic Book Fair, Amherst Halloween Happenings, Fall Community Forum, Family Flu Clinic, and a Hands-On CPR Training. Scroll down to learn more!
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming back to Heim Middle School!
Monday November 2nd - Friday November 6th During Heim Time, Lunch and Clinic AND Friday 11/6 from 5-7 pm!
Scholastic E-wallet is the easiest way for your student to shop! Please set one up today! This provides a set amount of money for your child to spend cash free at the fair! Click Here for more information
We need volunteers to bring the Book Fair to our School Sign Up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040844A4AA22A2FD0-66578768-scholastic#/
Please note adults must be present with their students to shop outside of school hours.
Williamsville Music Boosters
Williamsville Music Boosters is a non-profit organization committed to promoting, supporting, and enriching the music programs of the Williamsville Central School District.
We unite families and community members through fundraising, volunteering, and events to ensure the continued excellence of our music programs and support learning opportunities beyond the classroom.
What we do:
■ Award annual WMB college scholarships
■ Co-sponsor guest artists and clinicians
■ Co-sponsor annual district-wide music festivals and events
■ Co-sponsor annual summer music program in Williamsville
■ Assist in funding some music field trips
■ Contribute toward student costs at state-wide honor band, chorus and orchestra experiences
■ Contribute toward commissioning of new works for district ensembles
■ Organize fundraising and parent/student volunteering activities to support music events
■ Provide regular communications to create awareness of the music enrichment opportunities and build connections among our members
Please click the link below to become a member! Our goal is 500 members this year!
Already a member? Please consider volunteering! Click the link below for more info, or visit our website and click on the Volunteer tab.
Visit www.williamsvillemusicboosters.org
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.
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
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.
This event is FREE and open to the public. Learn life-saving, hands-only CPR through guidance and training with the American Heart Association. Please note, individuals do not become CPR certified at this event.
Additional Community Resources and Activities
Reach Out to 911 – Erie County
· Educates the general public, elementary, middle, and high school students on when and how to call 9-1-1, enhancing community preparedness and reducing anxiety associated with emergency calls
American Heart School Engagement – Jump Rope Challenge
· A program that teaches students physical and mental well-being through jump rope and other active challenges
Swormville Fire Department
· Learn more about the Swormville Fire Department, their EMT unit, and explore an ambulance
Main & Transit Fire Department
· Learn more about the Main & Transit Fire Department, their junior firefighter program, and training exercises
Erie County Sheriff’s Office
· Meet and greet with the Erie County Sheriff Office’s Bomb Squad, K-9 Unit, and more
Amherst Police Department
· Meet and greet with the School Resource Officers
Stop the Bleed – Erie County
· Learn how to recognize life-threatening bleeding, how to apply direct pressure, and address wounds
Narcan Training – Erie County
· Learn how to identify overdoses and administer Narcan
There will also be several skills challenges and additional educational activities that are led by our athletic teams and staff.