Heritage Community Unit School District #8

🌟 Happy Administrative Professionals Day! 🌟 On Wednesday, April 23rd, we celebrate the six incredible individuals who keep our schools running smoothly behind the scenes. From managing front offices to supporting staff, students, and families every day—they are the heart of our schools! 📎📚💻 Thank you for your organization, your care, and your countless contributions to making Heritage CUSD #8 a great place to learn and grow. We appreciate you more than words can say! Help us thank our amazing team of Administrative Professionals today! 💙❤️ #ProudHawkCommunity #AdministrativeProfessionalsDay #HeritageCUSD8

Tomorrow is Bus Driver Appreciation Day! We are so grateful for our amazing bus drivers at Heritage CUSD #8! They are the first smiling faces our students see in the morning and the ones who make sure they return home safely each afternoon, and take them to many events! Their dedication, care, and reliability do not go unnoticed. We encourage students, families, and staff to take a moment to say thank you—whether it’s a wave, a note, or a kind word—it means so much. Let’s show our drivers just how appreciated they are! #BusDriverAppreciationDay #ProudHawkCommunity #HeritageCUSD8

Hello, Proud Hawk Community! We’re inviting you to take part in our final Strategic Plan survey focusing on academic/extra-curricular interests: https://bit.ly/3GuO7zU Thank you for your support and feedback throughout this past year—it’s been instrumental in developing a plan that reflects the values and priorities of our community. 📅 Join us as we unveil the proposed Strategic Plan! Tuesday, May 20th at 7:00 P.M. Heritage Elementary/Junior High Band Room We’d love to see you there as we share our vision for the future of Heritage! 📌 For more details, visit our Strategic Planning Timeline: https://www.heritage8.org/page/strategic-plan #HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

📣 Calling all future Heritage Junior High and High School cheerleaders! 📣 Are you ready to bring the spirit, lead the crowd, and be part of an amazing team? Join us for our upcoming Cheerleading Clinics on May 20th and 21st from 3:00–5:00 p.m. in the Heritage Junior High School Multipurpose Room! 📍 Open to Junior High School and High School students 🎯 Learn new skills, meet the coaches, and see what it takes to shine as a Heritage Hawk cheerleader! 📝 Sign-ups are in the school office — deadline is Friday, April 25th! Let’s go, Hawks! ❤️💙

Celebrating our 8th Grade Scholastic Bowl Students! These students showcased their academic talents and made us proud with their effort and enthusiasm. Pictured here and with their families, we thank them all for the support and encouragement throughout the season! ❤️💙 #HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

Good Afternoon, Heritage Families! We hope you're enjoying the warmer weekend—even if it's a little windy out there! As part of our strategic planning, we’re asking for your input on Parent University—a series of family info sessions launching next year. our feedback will help us select meaningful and relevant topics for families, and we aim to share the full schedule before the new school year begins. 📋 Please complete the short survey here: https://bit.ly/4lqWZqi 🗓️ Responses are due by April 21. Thank you for helping shape the future of Heritage! #HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity #ParentUniversity

Thank you to everyone who supported our Magic School Book Fair! We appreciate Mrs. Lemmon for all her hard work and planning. Students will have a final opportunity to shop tomorrow. Set up or access your eWallet here: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/heritageelementaryschool53 #HeritageCUD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

We know spring is a busy time, and we want to help you stay on top of all the exciting events happening across our district. From concerts and field trips to awards and graduations—there’s a lot to celebrate! Check out the flyers for a full list of End-of-Year Events for both Heritage High School and Heritage Elementary & Junior High. Mark your calendars and join us as we make these last weeks of school memorable for our students. Thank you for your continued support and partnership! ❤️💙 #HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

Come and join the Junior High Teachers in presenting an orientation for all the 2025-2026 incoming sixth graders! Meet the teachers, learn about your schedule, and ask questions about the next phase of your student's school career! #HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

Join us Thursday, April 10th from 3:00–5:30 PM for our Magic School Book Fair! Travel through four magical rooms, complete your Magical Journal, and earn a prize! 🎉 Enjoy books, snacks, and fun—all while supporting our school library and classrooms. Don’t forget to set up your child’s eWallet for easy, cash-free shopping: 🔗 https://www.scholastic.com/bf/heritageelementaryschool53 Can’t make it? Shop online! Free shipping on book orders over $25. 📦📖 #HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

🎉 Calling all future Heritage Hawks! 🦅 Join us for Kindergarten Orientation on May 20, 2025 at 5:30 PM at Heritage Elementary/Junior High! Come meet our caring kindergarten teachers, tour classrooms, explore fun learning spaces, and get excited for a special Kindergarten Hawk Signing—where our littlest Hawks officially join the Heritage family with pride and celebration! 💙❤️ 📍 Don’t miss this exciting first step in your child’s school journey! 🔗 Learn more at www.heritage8.org #HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

📚 The Anxious Generation Book Study 📚 Join us this summer to explore Jonathan Haidt’s book on youth mental health and screen time. Need childcare? Kids can enjoy free play and a “mini summer camp” during four sessions. Email Dr. Norton at Norton.kimberly@heritage8.org to reserve your spot. Books ordered Monday—meeting dates to follow! #HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

🌟 Happy Paraprofessionals Day! 🌟 Today we celebrate the incredible paraprofessionals who make a powerful impact every single day at Heritage CUSD #8. From offering one-on-one support to helping classrooms run smoothly, your dedication, patience, and heart do not go unnoticed. ❤️💙 Please join us in thanking these amazing individuals who help our students grow, learn, and succeed. We appreciate you more than words can express! 🙌 #HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

Way to go...Proud Hawk Community #HeritageCUSD8 ❤️💙

Good Afternoon! The Heritage CUSD #8 Newsletter is now available! Stay up to date on the latest news and events happening in our outstanding district! 👉 Click the link to read: https://bit.ly/4j2K4ZK ❤️💙 #HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

Heritage CUSD #8 is on a mission to find the very best candidates! Please reach out to learn more about small caseload offerings for our junior high special education position and the coaching opportunities that await at Heritage High School. Please see the links to apply! Heritage High School Volleyball and Cheerleading: https://bit.ly/41XMS3s Heritage Junior High Special Education Teacher: https://bit.ly/41l05Dk #HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

Thank you to everyone that attended our School Board Candidate Forum this evening. We appreciate the participation and investment in our school district. #HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

Heritage Softball...let the season begin! 🥎❤️💙 #HeritageCUSD8 #PriudHawkCommunity

Our Heritage Hawks softball team kicked off their home season opener against Georgetown with grit and determination on full display. Way to battle, ladies! 🥎❤️💙 #HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

Heritage Hawks Baseball Season Opener! It was a chilly one, but the Hawks took the field for our home opener against the Urbana Tigers! Despite the cold, we had some good moments at the plate and opportunities for several pitchers to get some work in. ⚾️ #HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity