Heritage Happenings

A new month is here, and there’s so much to look forward to! October brings exciting events like Parent/Teacher Conferences, festive Fall Parties, and plenty of new learning opportunities in the classroom.

Don't forget to sign up for Parent/Teacher Conferences! This is a great opportunity to connect and discuss your child’s progress.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s classroom teacher. We look forward to seeing you!

Important Dismissal Reminders

To ensure a safe and smooth dismissal for all students, we have a few important reminders for the end of the school day:

• Office Pick-Up: The last time a student can be picked up from the office is 2:45 p.m. After this time, all students will be dismissed through our regular car rider or bus dismissal procedures.

• Dismissal Transportation Changes: Please call the office with any changes to your child's dismissal plan (e.g., car rider instead of bus) before 2:45 p.m. This helps us ensure your child gets to the right place safely.

• Car Rider Line: For the safety of our students and staff, please stay in your car while in the car rider line.

• Buckling Up: If you need to buckle your child into their car seat, we kindly ask that you pull all the way forward to the designated "buckling" area. This allows the line to keep moving and prevents traffic from backing up.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping us make dismissal efficient and safe for everyone.

We appreciate you working together with us as a team to support your child’s growth and success. Your involvement, communication, and encouragement make a big difference, and we truly value our partnership.

Warmest Regards,

Your Admin Team

Dr. Kimberley Walters, Val Sutton, Katie Will, & Melrick Bogier

• 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.

Picture Day is almost here! This is your opportunity to capture a special school memory of your child and receive high-quality portraits you’ll treasure for years to come.
Heritage Elementary
Picture Day: Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025
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When families participate in Picture Day, your purchase directly helps provide our school with safety and security tools, student recognition programs, and other valuable photography services.

To ensure your child is photographed and included in these school resources:

Heritage Elementary respectfully invites you to our Veterans Day Celebration on

Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.

A special breakfast will be held in the Gold Cafeteria at 8:00 AM for students and their veteran guests, followed by an assembly at 9:30 AM in the Academy Gym.

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

Veterans Day Breakfast and Assembly RSVP Form

If you would like to submit a photo of your Veteran for the assembly slideshow, please complete the form below by Oct. 24. If you do not have a Google account, please email photos and your Veteran's name, branch, years served, and relationship to students to laurencoldiron@wsdr4.org

Veterans Photo Submission Form

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.

Thank you to all the first responders, students, and staff who came together to create another powerful and meaningful Patriots Day tribute. Your efforts and dedication made this year’s photo and ceremony a beautiful reminder of the importance of honoring this day.

We are proud of our school community for continuing to show such respect, unity, and gratitude.

Your PTA has purchased “Game On” spirit t-shirts for every student this year! (That’s 925+ shirts!) They will be coming home with your student(s) soon.

Help us raise $25,000 for a mobile interactive floor projector, plus support of our general budget items, family events, student incentives/programs and teacher appreciation to benefit our students at Heritage. Go to MyBooster.com and share through email, text, and on social media with just a click!

We’re halfway there! Still time to jump in: First donation of $35 = 30 FREE Games at Chuck E Cheese, Plus a chance to win a MEGA Birthday Party! That’s not all, Chuck E. Cheese is turning FUN into FUNDS! The top earning class will earn an exclusive Pizza Party at your local Chuck E. Cheese!

Friday, Oct. 17, 2025 at Heritage Elementary on Playground Blacktop

*We need at least 40 decorated trunks & lots of candy to host this event. If we don’t get enough participation, unfortunately the event will be canceled. Questions? Email heritageptawebmaster@gmail.com

• Monday, Nov. 10 - Sky Zone Spirit Night 4-8 p.m.

The WSD's annual Homecoming Parade is rolling through town on Saturday, Oct. 4! The parade kicks off at Holt High School and makes its way down Pearce Blvd all the way to the American Legion Hall. Bring your family, your school spirit, and get ready for a fun-filled community celebration!

Submit your snow day video for a chance to be featured as this year's official snow day announcement! Open to all students, staff, teams, clubs, classrooms, and groups within the district. Videos will be reviewed, and finalists will be announced on our social media pages. Snow Day Announcement Video Contest Form; submissions are due by Oct. 24, 2025.

While you're here for parent/teacher conferences, be sure to stop by the tables in the commons to stock your home library with free books! It’s a great opportunity to encourage reading at home and help your child discover new favorites.

Click here for the 2025-2026 School Calendar

October

• 2: School Picture Day
• 3: "Bear Blitz" Fun Run
• 6: Late Start & Caps for Camp/PJ Day $1
• 7: 5th Grade Camp
• 8: 5th Grade Camp
• 13-17: Red Ribbon Week
• 17: Early Release
• 17: Fall Parties 9:15-10:15 a.m.
• 29: Evening Parent/Teacher Conferences
• 30: No School-Parent/Teacher Conferences

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.

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