Heritage School Newsletter
August 2026
Principal's Message
“New year. New goals. New adventures. Same wonderful school community.”
Dear Heritage Families,
Welcome back! I hope you and your family had a wonderful, restful summer. As we get ready to begin the 2026–2027 school year, there is so much excitement throughout our school as we prepare to welcome our students back through our doors.
There is nothing quite like the energy of a new school year—the smiles in the hallways, the excitement of seeing friends, and the curiosity that comes with new opportunities to learn and grow. Our staff has been working hard all summer to prepare classrooms, plan engaging learning experiences, and create a warm, welcoming environment where every child feels valued and ready to shine.
Our parent portal is going live today at which point you will be able to see your child's teacher for the new school year. If you are unable to get into your portal please call the school on Monday morning for assistance with that.
This year, we look forward to building on our strong school community, celebrating student growth and accomplishments, and creating many wonderful memories together. We are grateful for the partnership and support of our families and know that when we work together, our students thrive.
Let’s make 2026–2027 a year filled with learning, kindness, laughter, and new adventures!
We can’t wait to see our students and families soon. Welcome back, Heritage—we’re ready for a fantastic year!
See you soon,
Principal Olson
Important Dates to Remember
Portal Open to see assigned teachers: August 14th
Popsicles on the playground: August 25th 1:00 - 2:00
Open House: August 31st
2nd grade 3:30 - 4:15
First Day of School: September 1, 2026
Parent-Teacher Conferences: November 5th
New Faces and Changes
We’re thrilled to welcome a few new staff members to our amazing team this year! As well as some changes in rolls. They bring with them some fresh ideas, and plenty of enthusiasm. We know they’ll make a wonderful impact on our students and school community.
Mrs. D'Arcangelo - Moving from 4th grade to Math Interventionist
Mrs. Sa - Moving from 2nd grade to 3rd grade
Ms.Czechowski - 4th Grade
Mrs. Wilson - Special Education
Mrs. Witkus - ILC teacher
Ms. Janeczak - ILC teacher
Ms. Falcone - 1 day a week PE
Mrs. Cosgrove - BCBA - came in half way through last year
Mr. Thomas - Paraprofessional
Mrs. Ramirez - Paraprofessional
Ms. Dube - Paraprofessional
Ms. Begg - Paraprofessional
Ms. Aaronson - Paraprofessional
Ms. Berthiaume - Paraprofessional
Please join us in giving them a warm Heritage welcome!
A Big Thank You to Our Custodial Team and Main Office Staff.
A special thank-you goes to our amazing custodial team for working tirelessly to prepare our school, classrooms, and common spaces for the year ahead. We are also incredibly grateful to our office staff, who have been working behind the scenes to process enrollments, organize student records, prepare supplies, and make sure all the important details are in place for a smooth start to the school year. Their hard work, dedication, and commitment help create a welcoming and organized environment for our students, families, and staff. We truly appreciate all that they do to help make the start of a new school year possible!
Parent Resources and Support
We understand that supporting your child’s education is a team effort. Here are some resources that may be helpful:
- Parent Portal: https://dcrsd.schoolbrains.com/comm/ - This will take you to information regarding your child.
- Counseling Services: Mrs. Sexton - School Adjustment Counselor - Ext. 233
Contact Information
If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to reach out to us:
- Principal: Peter Olson, Email: polson@dcrsd.org
- Main Office: Brooke Lapierre, Email blapierre@dcrsd.org
Dayna Dumas, Email: ddumas@dcrsd.org
- Nurse's Office: Amanda Martin, Erin Berberian, Email: hesnurse@dcrsd.org
Thank you for your continued support and partnership. We are excited about the year ahead and look forward to working with you to ensure your child has a productive and enjoyable school year.
Warm regards,
Peter J. Olson
Principal
Heritage Elementary School
508-248-4884
ATTENDANCE MATTERS
As stated in our handbook, attendance at school is expected not only as a district policy but it is also a state mandate.
The most important thing is if your child is out please contact the office so it can be documented appropriately.
Also, if a doctor’s note is written, it should be turned into the school office promptly. If you receive an attendance letter regarding your child, please consider it as information to update you where your child is attendance wise. If there is a concern academically, or excessive absences, you will be contacted by the office or the school adjustment counselor to set up a meeting. In the end, we are all on the same team, looking to set up our students for success! Success starts with being at school.