Heritage Community Unit School District #8

⏰ Don’t wait – schedule your child’s physical today!

Our READY clinic appointments previously recommended are now full, and local providers are booking weeks out. Below are some additional options:

✅ Carle Mobile Health Clinic – https://tinyurl.com/5d7vcvbx
✅ Promise Healthcare – www.promisehealth.org
✅ Convenient Care – Walk-in sports physicals available

Scheduling now will ensure your child is ready for school and activities!

#HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity #RootedinCommunityGrowingTogether

Mark Your Calendars, Proud Hawk Community!

We’re excited to announce our 2025–2026 Parent and Student University Series! These evenings are designed to support our students AND families with helpful resources, hands-on STEM fun, and meaningful connections.

Each session offers engaging topics for families covering academics, emotional well-being, health, and more. We hope to see you there!

Interested in supporting this event? Please reach out to Dr. Norton at norton.kimberly@heritage8.org.

Full schedule and details in the flyer

#HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity #RootedInCommunityGrowingTogether

Our July newsletter is packed with everything you need to prepare for the 2025–2026 school year, including important dates, transportation updates, new technology tools, building improvements, and more!

Click here to read: https://secure.smore.com/n/h3g98w

Dear Heritage Families,

We’re excited to announce that instructions to download and access the new Viafy Transportation App will be coming your way soon! This app will help you stay informed and connected to your child’s bus schedule, real-time tracking, and important updates.

While we wait, feel free to learn more about the app’s features by watching the brief overview videos below:

🔹 English Parent App Overview
🔹 Spanish Parent App Overview

Please review the links to get familiar with the app’s capabilities so you're ready when we launch.

Thank you for partnering with us to ensure safe and reliable transportation for all Heritage students!

#HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

Warm regards,
Dr. Kimberly Norton

Online Registration Opens July 14!

We’re excited to welcome all new and returning Heritage Hawks for the 2025–2026 school year! Online registration through TeacherEase opens Monday, July 14 and runs through August 8.

New kindergarten or transfer families, please call the school office starting July 14 to get your TeacherEase account set up:

📞 Elementary/JH: 217-896-2421 ext. 135
📞 High School: 217-834-3393

Need help registering or prefer to pay in person? Join us for In-Person Registration on August 6 at the Elementary/Junior High Band Room in Homer from 10AM–1PM or 2PM–6PM.

📝 School supply lists, health requirements, and more can be found here:
🔗 https://www.heritage8.org/documents/parents/registration-information%2Fschool-documents/2025-2026/784100

Let’s get ready for a fantastic year, Hawk families! ❤️💙
#HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

Dear Heritage Families,

Following the conclusion of our Anxious Generation book study, we invite all interested students, parents/guardians, and community members to join us for a special discussion on Wednesday, July 9th at 6:30 PM in the Band Room at Heritage Elementary/Junior High.

This gathering will be an opportunity to:

Provide feedback on our draft Balanced Technology Use Policy

Collaborate as we work to create healthy, developmentally appropriate tech norms for our students

Even if you weren’t part of the book study, your voice matters and we welcome your input as we shape policies that support student well-being and success.

Please contact Dr. Norton at norton.kimberly@heritage8.org if you are interested.

We hope to see you there!

#HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

Heritage CUSD #8 wishes everyone a joyful and safe Fourth of July! 🇺🇸🎆

Happy Independence Day, Hawk community! ❤️💙🤍

#HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

🏐 Attention Volleyball Players! Join us for the Summer Volleyball Player Meeting on July 1 at 6:30 PM at Heritage High School in Broadlands. Whether you're a returning player or new to the program, come learn about summer workouts, expectations, and the upcoming season. We can’t wait to see you there! #HeritageVolleyball #ProudHawkCommunity #HeritageCUSD8

Congratulations to Mr. Sorensen and all the participants on completing the 5K Memorial Race honoring Illinois State Police Trooper Corey Thompson yesterday. Thank you, Mr. Sorensen, for modeling health, wellness, and perseverance for our students. Way to go ! We are proud of you! 🏃‍♂️💙 #TrooperThompson #ProudHawkCommunity

Congratulations to Anthony Happ, Robert Holloman, and Rylan White for earning Honorable Mention on the 2025 Baseball LPC All-Conference Team! Your dedication and hard work reflect the best of what it means to be a Hawk! ❤️💙 #HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

Congratulations to Faith Latham for being selected to the 2025 Softball Lincoln Prairie All-Conference First Team! Your dedication and hard work make us so proud. 🥎 #HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity ❤️💙

Best of luck to Clark Roland as he competes in the 800 at State today in Charleston! We are so proud of his hard work and dedication. He had a great group of supporters cheering him on as he headed out! Go get ’em, Clark! 💙❤️ #ProudHawkCommunity #HeritageCUSD8 #StateBound

Ready to run this summer? 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Our cross country team is kicking off summer practices on June 9th! Open to all incoming 5th–8th grade and high school students. Check out the flyer for details! We would love to have you join us! #HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity #SummerXC

As we close out another incredible school year, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to our families, staff, and students for your continued support and partnership. Together, we have celebrated accomplishments and remained focused on building a strong future for Heritage CUSD #8. Please take a few moments to read our Summer Newsletter, which includes important updates, highlights from the year, and a preview of what’s ahead. 🔗 Click here to view the newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/fc81e Wishing everyone a safe, restful, and joyful summer. We look forward to welcoming you back in August! Proud to serve our #ProudHawkCommunity —Dr. Kimberly Norton, Superintendent

Bre Ploense gave a powerful performance in the 200, showcasing her speed and competitive spirit. We’re proud of her effort and determination! ❤️💙 #ProudHawkCommunity #HeritageCUSD8

Congratulations to Weston, our 3rd-5th Spelling Bee Champ! ❤️💙 #HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

Way to go, Madi Wilson, on a strong performance in the 400m! We’re proud of your effort and determination! ❤️💙 #HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

We are so proud of Loran Tate! She tied her own school record in the triple jump with an incredible mark of 10.54 meters. What an outstanding accomplishment. Way to go, Loran! ❤️💙 #HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

Best of luck to our young ladies as they compete at State in Charleston today! ❤️💙 Loran Tate – Triple Jump Madi Wilson – 400 Meter Bre Ploense – 200 Meter We’re proud of you! Thank you to Coaches Brad Wilson and Griffin Boyer for your leadership. #HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity

Huge congratulations to Maddox for an incredible string of accomplishments! This past weekend, he earned TWO gold medals in track: running the 200-meter dash in 27 seconds flat and throwing the javelin 67 feet! 🏃‍♂️🥇🎯 Just a few weekends ago, he brought home gold in soccer, and not long before that, he snagged THREE gold medals in weightlifting, including a nearly 300 lb deadlift! 🏋️⚽🏅 Maddox, your hard work and dedication are truly inspiring. We are so proud of you! #ProudHawkCommunity ❤️💙