Congratulations to our Heritage High School boys cross country team for a strong showing at the sectional meet, led by Clark Roland, who placed 6th!
A special thank-you to Coach Charles and Coach Lexi for your outstanding leadership and dedication this season.
We are extremely proud of our Hawks!
💙❤️
#ProudHawkCommunity #HeritageCUSD8 #GoHawks
📸 Your Heritage Elementary & Junior High Yearbook is waiting!
Don’t miss out on capturing all the fun memories from this school year!
🎉 Order now and save 10% — no coupon needed!
🕓 Offer ends October 31
👉 Order your yearbook here! https://www.treering.com/purchase?PassCode=1017226035372757
#HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity #RootedInCommunityGrowingTogether
NOW HIRING!
We are looking for future Hawks to join our amazing Heritage CUSD #8 team!
If you’re passionate, supportive, and ready to make a difference for students, we would love to have you on board!
✅ Explore open positions here: https://www.heritage8.org/page/employment
🔹 We’ll continue to post new opportunities as they become available. Check back often!
#HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity #RootedInCommunityGrowingTogether
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Parent & Student University!
We were thrilled to welcome about 120 participants for an evening of learning, connection, and community.
A big thank-you to FCCLA for preparing a delicious meal and to our generous sponsors and donors whose support made the event possible. We’re also grateful for our ongoing partnership with the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) and our outstanding presenters who made the night a success. The program can be viewed here: https://bit.ly/490hGpB
📸 Enjoy a few highlights from the event !
You can view the“Strengthening Pre-K to 12 Pathways” presentation here: https://bit.ly/4nN9Sv7
🗓️ This presentation will be shared again on Thursday, November 6 at 5:30 PM at Heritage Elementary/Junior High. All are welcome to attend!
Families, we would love your feedback, please take a few moments to complete our short survey on last evening's parent and Student University: https://bit.ly/3L5QI5Y
#HeritageCUSD8 #ParentAndStudentUniversity #ProudHawkCommunity #RootedInCommunityGrowingTogether
We were thrilled to welcome about 120 participants for an evening of learning, connection, and community.
A big thank-you to FCCLA for preparing a delicious meal and to our generous sponsors and donors whose support made the event possible. We’re also grateful for our ongoing partnership with the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) and our outstanding presenters who made the night a success. The program can be viewed here: https://bit.ly/490hGpB
📸 Enjoy a few highlights from the event !
You can view the“Strengthening Pre-K to 12 Pathways” presentation here: https://bit.ly/4nN9Sv7
🗓️ This presentation will be shared again on Thursday, November 6 at 5:30 PM at Heritage Elementary/Junior High. All are welcome to attend!
Families, we would love your feedback, please take a few moments to complete our short survey on last evening's parent and Student University: https://bit.ly/3L5QI5Y
#HeritageCUSD8 #ParentAndStudentUniversity #ProudHawkCommunity #RootedInCommunityGrowingTogether
🎉 It’s Underground Spirit Week at Heritage Elementary! 🎉
Our staff participated in “Rhyme Without Reason Day”
Need a little midweek giggle? Check this out!!
https://bit.ly/3LeicGv
Our staff participated in “Rhyme Without Reason Day”
Need a little midweek giggle? Check this out!!
https://bit.ly/3LeicGv
Join us for Parent and Student University tonight! As a reminder, it is being held at Heritage High School in Broadlands.
The program is included for your review: https://bit.ly/490hGpB
There is something for everyone! Hope to see you there!
#HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity
The program is included for your review: https://bit.ly/490hGpB
There is something for everyone! Hope to see you there!
#HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity
Congratulations to our Heritage Jr. High students!
We are proud to recognize our 1st Quarter High Honor Roll and Honor Roll recipients! Your dedication, hard work, and commitment to learning truly shine.
👏 Keep up the great work, Hawks! We are proud of you! 💙❤️
#HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity #RootedInCommunityGrowingTogether
🏃♂️ Congratulations, Heritage Cross Country!
A huge shout-out to Clark Roland for placing 2nd at Regionals today! 👏
We’re also proud to announce that our boys’ team has qualified for Sectionals! What an outstanding accomplishment!! Your hard work, dedication, and team spirit truly shine.
#HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity #GoHawks #CrossCountry
Excellent interview by our very own Josh Stierwalt summarizing the cross country program. He was well spoken, articulate, and confident. Highly encourage all to listen in! Great job, Josh, team and coaches!
❤️💙
#HeritageCUSD8
#ProudHawkCommunity
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🐮🐷🐰 FFA Petting Zoo Fun!🐥🐴🍂
Our Heritage FFA, under the direction of Mrs. Magsamen, hosted a wonderful Petting Zoo today! Students enjoyed meeting a variety of friendly animals and learning more about agriculture in a fun, hands-on way.
Thank you to Mrs. Magsamen and our hardworking FFA members for creating such a memorable and educational experience for everyone! 💙❤️
#HeritageFFA #ProudHawkCommunity
Senior Night Volleyball 🏐
We celebrated our senior volleyball players: Breanna McGarigle, Faith Latham, and Kiara Jones as they took the court against Argenta for their final home match! It was a special evening honoring them and their families for their dedication and leadership throughout the years. Our girls fought hard and played with incredible intensity.
Congratulations,seniors! ❤️💙
#ProudHawkCommunity #HeritageCUSD8
Hello, Heritage Families and Community,
Our newest Heritage CUSD #8 Newsletter is now available! Inside you’ll find quick updates on upcoming events, student highlights, district initiatives, and helpful resources for families.
👉 Read the newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/asprj
Please take a moment to look through and share with others who may be interested. As always, thank you for your partnership and support of our students and staff.
With appreciation,
Dr. Kimberly Norton
Superintendent, Heritage CUSD #8
Congratulations to our Parent and Student University Winners for signing up early!
Elevate Trampoline Park 4 Pass: Jess Elmore, Holly Pondenis, Victoria Cole, Heather Lundquist
Elevate Trampoline Park 3 Pass: Danielle Ireland
$20 Monicals: Lois Morgan
$10 Subway: Michelle Shanks
$10 Dollar General: Lacey Holman
Remember, you must be present to claim your prize!
Elevate Trampoline Park 4 Pass: Jess Elmore, Holly Pondenis, Victoria Cole, Heather Lundquist
Elevate Trampoline Park 3 Pass: Danielle Ireland
$20 Monicals: Lois Morgan
$10 Subway: Michelle Shanks
$10 Dollar General: Lacey Holman
Remember, you must be present to claim your prize!
📣 We’re just 6 days away from Parent & Student University!
Join us on Tuesday, October 28 at Heritage High School for an evening full of learning, connection, and community.
We’re excited to announce that Dr. Norton will be offering an additional presentation at the conclusion of the evening:
🎓 “Strengthening Pre-K to 12 Pathways”
Discover how Heritage is building seamless academic and career pathways from our youngest learners through high school graduation and how families can play an active role in shaping these opportunities for students.
Check out the full schedule of sessions for all ages and reserve your spot here:
🔗 https://bit.ly/490hGpB
We can’t wait to see our Heritage families and students for another inspiring community event!
#HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity #RootedInCommunityGrowingTogether
Join us on Tuesday, October 28 at Heritage High School for an evening full of learning, connection, and community.
We’re excited to announce that Dr. Norton will be offering an additional presentation at the conclusion of the evening:
🎓 “Strengthening Pre-K to 12 Pathways”
Discover how Heritage is building seamless academic and career pathways from our youngest learners through high school graduation and how families can play an active role in shaping these opportunities for students.
Check out the full schedule of sessions for all ages and reserve your spot here:
🔗 https://bit.ly/490hGpB
We can’t wait to see our Heritage families and students for another inspiring community event!
#HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity #RootedInCommunityGrowingTogether
💗 FCCLA Sponsored Pink Night! 💗
Heritage Volleyball hosted Arcola for this year’s annual Pink Night, proudly sponsored by the FCCLA students, in support of breast cancer awareness. It was a fantastic evening filled with community spirit, teamwork, and Hawk pride, made even better by a Varsity win to cap off the night! 🏐🎀
#HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity
This week is National School Bus Safety Week and it couldn’t come at a better time! Today we welcomed three brand-new buses to our Heritage fleet.
As you can see in the photos, these new buses replace some of our older models and represent our continued commitment to student safety and reliable transportation. From upgraded safety features to improved efficiency, every investment we make is centered on keeping our Hawks safe on the way to and from school.
A huge thank you to our drivers for their dedication to our students each and every day!
#ProudHawkCommunity #RootedInCommunityGrowingTogether #HeritageCUSD8
As you can see in the photos, these new buses replace some of our older models and represent our continued commitment to student safety and reliable transportation. From upgraded safety features to improved efficiency, every investment we make is centered on keeping our Hawks safe on the way to and from school.
A huge thank you to our drivers for their dedication to our students each and every day!
#ProudHawkCommunity #RootedInCommunityGrowingTogether #HeritageCUSD8
🎵 Heritage Marching Hawks! 🎺
Our talented Heritage Marching Band performed at the Dunlap High School Marching Band Invitational, the eleventh annual event featuring bands from across the state! 🎶
Bands competed in three classes based on school and band size.
We’re proud of our students for representing Heritage with passion, teamwork, and Hawk pride! ❤️💙
#HeritageCUSD8 #ProudHawkCommunity #RootedInCommunityGrowingTogether
Congratulations to our 8th grade girls basketball players, families,and coaches!
❤️💙🏀
#HeritageCUSD8
#ProudHawkCommunity
We’re Chasing 100 for Parent & Student University!
Hello ,Proud Hawk Community!
Thank you to all of our students, staff, and families who have already signed up for Parent & Student University! We’re chasing 100 and hope to reach that goal by this Friday.
All who register by Friday will be entered into a drawing for these awesome prizes:
🎟️ (3) Elevate Trampoline Park VIP Family Passes for 4
🎟️ (1) Elevate Trampoline Passes (3)
🍕 $20 Monical’s Gift Card
🥪 $10 Subway Gift Card
🛒 $10 Dollar General Gift Card
Join us for a free FCCLA dinner and an evening filled with fun, learning, and family sessions at Heritage High School!
👉 Sign up here: https://forms.gle/cKZPtoNjeL1q99bo6
Thank you for your continued support and partnership...we can’t wait to see you there!
Warm regards,
Dr. Kimberly Norton
Superintendent, Heritage CUSD #8
Hello ,Proud Hawk Community!
Thank you to all of our students, staff, and families who have already signed up for Parent & Student University! We’re chasing 100 and hope to reach that goal by this Friday.
All who register by Friday will be entered into a drawing for these awesome prizes:
🎟️ (3) Elevate Trampoline Park VIP Family Passes for 4
🎟️ (1) Elevate Trampoline Passes (3)
🍕 $20 Monical’s Gift Card
🥪 $10 Subway Gift Card
🛒 $10 Dollar General Gift Card
Join us for a free FCCLA dinner and an evening filled with fun, learning, and family sessions at Heritage High School!
👉 Sign up here: https://forms.gle/cKZPtoNjeL1q99bo6
Thank you for your continued support and partnership...we can’t wait to see you there!
Warm regards,
Dr. Kimberly Norton
Superintendent, Heritage CUSD #8
Don’t Miss This Excellent Opportunity!
We are just two short weeks away from our next Parent & Student University at Heritage High School on Tuesday, October 28th!
We’re notifying presenters and finalizing details and you won’t want to miss a wonderful community meal prepared by our Heritage High School FCCLA students and sponsored by our generous donors!
Please take a moment to sign up by Friday, October 17th to reserve your family’s spot for:
✅ Engaging family sessions
✅ STEM activities for Pre-K–12 students
✅ Dinner for all who register early
Your participation helps make this event a success and continues to strengthen our Hawk community.
👉 Click here to sign up today: https://bit.ly/4n27tMA
Thank you for your support!
#HeritageCUSD8
#ProudHawkCommunity
