HES HERO 2.20.26

HES HERO

At HES we are committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment that partners with families to promote high expectations, critical thinking, and the belief that other people matter. ALL students will leave HES equipped to be global life-long learners who are advocates for change.

 

Upcoming Dates

Feb 17-27 Book Fair

Feb 24      Cultural Arts Family Night 5-7pm

Mar 2         Quarter 3 Interims Go Home - Tr 3 & 4

Mar 3        NO SCHOOL - Teacher Workday

Mar 6        Track Out - Track 1

Mar 18      Tr 3 Feb/Mar Bday Lunch & Tr 4 Mar Bday Lunch

Mar 26      Field Day - Tr 4 & Greening, Poulsen, Stafford

Mar 30      Field Day - Tr 1 & Smith, Behnke, McKoy

April 3       NO SCHOOL - Holiday

 

We are looking forward to an exciting week ahead as we celebrate our annual HES Book Week next week! Our students will have visits from guest readers, continue visiting the book fair, read with teddy bears and flashlights, and even dress as their favorite book characters on Friday. Many of us are excited to continue sharing books from some of our favorite African American authors in honor of Black History Month and look forward to another virtual story time next Thursday! We hope to see you all at our Cultural Arts Evening on Tuesday from 5-7pm as well!

 

Track Change Requests

Each year, things may present themselves where your family needs to consider your child being on a different track from their current track. If you need to request a track change, please do so by completing THIS FORM.  Paper copies of the track change form were also sent home in Monday folders if you prefer to complete it and return it to school. Please reach out to our data manager Mary Canny at mcanny@wcpss.net or 919.562.6000 with any questions. No track change requests will be accepted after 3/6/2026. All requests will be reviewed when we begin creating classes for next year and families will be notified of whether or not their request is approved.

 

Classroom Environments for 2026-2027

We are beginning to think ahead to class assignments for the 2026-2027 school year.  Parents are invited to submit a letter describing the classroom environment that is best for your child.  Please DO NOT use teacher names as there may be movement among our staff. All letters are due to Mrs. Harmon by March 6th. You may email (aharmon@wcpss.net) or drop it off in the office.

 

Wellness Newsletter

Please take some time to read the February Wellness Newsletter from one of our school counselors, Ms. Kalec. This newsletter provides great resources in ENGLISH and SPANISH to support families in building connections, helping with healthy habits, and other parent resources. Reach out to Ms. Kalec with any questions at ekalec@wcpss.net.

 

HES Book Week - Spring into a Good Book

HES is celebrating our annual book week February 23rd - 27th and we will Spring into a Good Book! Please check out the exciting events happening by clicking on the two fliers below. Students will enjoy fun activities and be able to dress up as their favorite book character on Friday, February 27th.

Character Day

Book Week

 

Cultural Arts Night

We hope you will join us for a trip around the world as we celebrate many of the different cultures represented within our school community. Cultural Arts Night will be hosted on Tuesday, February 24th from 5:00-7:00pm. The Book Fair will be open for shopping as well.

 

HES Run Club

HES will host a Run Club for 3rd-5th graders this spring. Please see this link for information and FAQ. Register by March 2nd.

 

Mobile Market - Community Food Support 

For more information on the Ripe for Revival Mobile Market in the Town of Wake Forest at the North Regional Center click HERE. This mobile market will be available on the 2nd and 4th Thursday’s of each month from 3:00-4:30pm with access to fresh produce, protein and eggs.

 

Virtual Storytime in Honor of Black History Month 

Please join us at 7:30pm each Thursday night this month as we celebrate Black History Month and enjoy stories written by African American authors. Our staff and special guests are excited to share some of our favorite books with you! We will be sharing the links to log on via Talking Points each evening.

 

📣 HES PTA February Memo

Hello HES families! February is full of opportunities to connect, celebrate, and support our school community. Thank you for your continued involvement—we look forward to seeing you throughout the month.

⭐ PTA Nominations Are Open

We’d love to have you get involved! You can nominate someone you think would be a great fit—or add your own name to the list.

👉 Click here to submit a nomination: https://forms.gle/XEpsE2LR6xibksWV6

📚 Book Fair

📅 February 17–27, 2026

Students will have a LOOK Day with their class to browse and build a wish list. Caregivers can approve purchases before their students’ SHOP Day.

👉 Click here to set up your student’s eWallet:
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/heritageelementaryschool66

👉 Click here to view shopping days/times and volunteer:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4DA9AC29A3F94-61693986-2026#/

🎉 Parents Night Out – Hosted by Our Newest Sponsor

Our newest sponsor, Pro 3:5, is hosting a Parents Night Out:

📅 Friday, February 27
🕕 6:00 – 8:30 PM

Cost:
$25 per student
$5 sibling discount

Kids will enjoy games and fun activities, and pizza is included in the registration cost.

👉 Learn more:
https://www.pro35sports.com/

👉 Register and complete the waiver here:

https://apps.daysmartrecreation.com/dash/x/#/online/prosports/login

🌿 Grounds Committee – Volunteers Needed

Many families may not realize that most campus maintenance is handled by volunteers, not Wake County. While WCPSS handles mowing and select projects, weeding, pruning, trash collection, mulch spreading, and other landscaping rely on our volunteers.

This sign-up allows you to pick a day and task that works for your schedule, with no need to coordinate outside of the signup. Even 15 minutes of help makes a big difference. This is also a great opportunity for students needing volunteer hours.

We ask volunteers to choose a task off the list or reach out to the PTA for other projects not listed.

👉 Click here to sign up:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4DA9AC29A3F94-57929027-grounds?useFullSite=true#/

👀 Lost & Found

Missing something? Check out our latest post of items in the Lost & Found near the cafeteria:

👉 Click here to view:
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DUnlgTaDcdN/?igsh=MTRvODJ4aXJ1a3Ix

🥣 “Soup-er Bowl” Staff Luncheon

📅 Friday, March 6, 2026

We are treating our wonderful HES staff to a “Soup-er Bowl” Luncheon in the staff lounge! Families are asked to help provide soups, stews, and other tailgating-style foods to make this a fun and delicious celebration.

👉 Click here for details and to sign up to contribute:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4DA9AC29A3F94-62306722-lunch#/

💛 Thank you for your continued support of HES and the PTA. Every donation, volunteer hour, and helping hand keeps our school community thriving!