The Heritage Herald

Happy New Year! We hope everyone had an enjoyable winter break. Our students have settled back into their daily learning routines. Please make sure your students are arriving to school on time each day. As always, if you have any questions, please call the main office (708-458-7590).

A few reminders:

• It's cold. Please remind your middle schoolers to dress appropriately for the cold weather.
• Make sure your child charges his/her chromebook each night.
• Students should be in uniform each day. (Jeans can be worn on Fridays.)
• School starts at 7:50; 8:50 on Wednesdays.

Stay warm!

Mrs. Malone, Principal

Heritage Middle School

• TODAY ~ Progress Reports sent home
• January 20 ~ NO SCHOOL-Dr. M.L. King Jr. Day
• January 22 ~ Winter Sports Pictures
• January 30 ~ Clubs/Group Pictures
• January 31 ~ PBIS Event
• February 14 ~ Valentine Day Dance (more info coming soon)

As we begin the new year, let’s focus on staying healthy, happy, and ready to learn!

With norovirus cases on the rise, it's crucial to take steps to prevent the spread of this highly contagious virus:

1. Washing hands with soap and water! (hand sanitizers are not sufficient)

2. Disinfecting surfaces with bleach-based cleaners.

3. Staying home for 24 hours after symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea) stop.

   
   

• Washing your hands is the most effective way to prevent the spread of germs like Flu, Covid, RSV and many others!

• Please contact the school nurse if your student has any injuries or significant health updates (new medical diagnosis or upcoming surgeries). We can help assist you with what is needed for a safe return to school.

• Please remember per district 104 handbook: students are NOT allowed to carry ANY medication (this includes any over-the-counter medication such cough drops, Tylenol, and Motrin). If your student needs medication administered during the school day (including cough drops, Tylenol, or Motrin), medication must be kept in the Health Office and medication authorization forms must be signed by the parent/guardian AND a medical provider (Doctor, PA, APRN).

• Miles of Smiles is returning to Graves/HMS February 4thand 5th for dental exams! Sign up using the link below or stop in the office. https://na4.docusign.net/Member/PowerFormSigning.aspx?PowerFormId=9014ef60-41ba-4e93-bbbc-848c65309116&env=na4&acct=eca59414-4d1f-4217-8c33-72fb4ff1f87c&v=2

  
  

Nurse Anita, Nurse Tina & Ms. Oli

February 6 ~ Graduation Pictures

Argo Enrollment Info.

Pre Enrollment - February 3, 2025 - 1:30-2:30 (students only)

Enrollment - February 4, 2025 - ALL DAY (students only)

Parent Drop-In - February 6, 2025 - 8:15-9:45 (Parents can come in and speak with Argo counselors about the classes their child will take freshman year.)

Future Argonauts and Families

Below are the health forms that must be completed for your freshman year. These documents MUST be uploaded into the PowerSchool registration portal BEFORE you can receive a device and begin classes. You will NOT be able to begin class if you are missing any documents. We CANNOT accept appointments in place of documentation – you must have the forms completed. ALL FORMS CAN BE FOUND ON THE ARGO WEBSITE UNDER HEALTH SERVICES.

ARGO WILL BE DOING FIRST DAY EXCLUSION – If required health documents are not uploaded BEFORE school begins in August, your child will be excluded from classes until the documentation is received.

February 11, 2025 - Admin Center

March 11, 2025 - Wharton Elementary School
April 8, 2025 - Admin Center
May 13, 2025 - Graves Dual Language School
June 10, 2025 - Admin Center