February 16, 2023
The Most Important Win
John Davis, President | Blog

Our boys’ varsity basketball team has been enjoying a phenomenal season. Going into our game with Lake Country Lutheran on Tuesday night, we had a record of 21-1 with just two games left on our schedule. We have every reason to expect that the team will go deep in the state tournament. Does this meet our standard for success?

We don’t want to over-spiritualize things, but we also don’t want to ignore the bigger issues that are taking place on our sports teams at Heritage. Jesus asked the question, “…what does it profit a man to gain the whole world and forfeit his soul?” (Mark 8:36) We might ask the question, “What good is it if we go undefeated, win our conference, and capture the state championship, yet fail to help our athletes become the young men and women God created them to be?”

Heritage Updates
Gala & Auction - Remote Bidding Opens 2/17
Heritage's Gala and Auction is this Saturday, February 18, 2023.

Thanks to all of our table and event sponsors, and our auction donors, it's sure to be a wondering evening celebrating Our Mosaic.

Ticket sales are closed, but remote bidding on Silent Auction items is available! To join the fun, text hcsgala2023 to 243725 to be sent a link that will take you directly to the bidding registration page. Follow the instructions found there to start previewing items. Bidding opens Friday, February 17 at 3:00pm.

You can also preview many of the silent auction items here.
Reenrollment: Less than 2 Weeks to Secure Seats
Reenrollment for the 2023-2024 school year is open for current families. We are eager to welcome your family back to HCS next year, and your child's seat will be held until March 1st.

To claim their seat:
1) Login to the Blackbaud Parent Portal and sign and submit the contract.
2) Pay the reenrollment fee ($150 per student) OR complete the Parental Choice Program Online Application*  (opens February 1).

Unclaimed seats will be made available for new families on March 1st - there are waiting lists at several grade levels. With that in mind, please complete your reenrollment process as soon as possible to claim your child's seat.

New this year: HCS enrollment contracts signed for 23-24 will be perpetual, and families will not be asked to sign another contract for the remainder of the years their student attends HCS. In future years, seats will be held for students when the reenrollment fee is paid (fee will appear on the January billing statement) and/or the Parental Choice Program Application is completed.  

*Please note, the Parental Choice Program Online Application opened on February 1st, and the application must be completed each year for each student participating in the program.  

Contact the Administrative Office with questions (262-432-0333), or if you need assistance logging into the Blackbaud Parent Portal.

>>> A special note for CURRENT families adding a kindergarten student <<<
We want ALL of your kids at Heritage!
Seats will be released on March 1 for new families who are on the waiting list.
> Please complete your child's kindergarten enrollment today. <
Parent/Teacher Conferences - Schedule Yours Now!
The Parent-Teacher Conferences scheduling link is live for Kindergarten-12th Grade.

  • Conferences are Thursday, February 23 from 5:00-8:00pm and Friday, February 24 from 8:00am-Noon.
  • School is in session on Thursday, 2/23.
  • There is NO SCHOOL on Friday, 2/24 to accommodate conferences.

These conferences are not mandatory, rather they are offered for parents and teachers with specific concerns to address during the second semester.

The new conference scheduling software (PTC Wizard) integrates with Blackbaud, please use your Blackbaud Parent Portal login to sign-in. The scheduling link can also be found on the Resource board in your Parent Portal, along with many other helpful links and documents.
School Board Report
Heritage's School Board is pleased to share with families a summary of the information shared at the Town Hall Meeting on January 30. 

Please follow this link to read their report.
Summer Blast Registration Is Open
Heritage Christian Schools is proud to offer a vibrant summer program, from academic course work to enrichment camps, all taught in a loving, Christian environment. 

Registration for Summer Blast 2023 is now open! To see the full schedule, detailed camp descriptions and ensure your child's spot, visit the registration site.

A reminder that camps are not limited to just Heritage families - invite your kid's friends from the neighborhood, youth group or club team to join them!

  • You can check out a sampling of the camps here (this document is also useful for planning purposes).
  • An overview of Summer Blast policies and procedures can be found here.
Heritage is Hiring
Intermediate Campus
Heritage is seeking:
  • A long-term substitute math teacher for grades 5 and 6.
  • A full-time math teacher for grades 5 and 6 for the 2023/24 school year.

To apply for either of these positions, please complete the Teacher Application found at the bottom of this webpage.

Summer Blast
  • Heritage is seeking an enthusiastic instructor for Cheer Camp: July 10-14 from 1:00pm-2:45pm.

To learn more about being a Summer Blast instructor or to apply for this position, contact Kara Esterhuizen at kesterhuizen@hcsmail.org.

Summer Blast Camp Director for 2023/24 school year
Please complete the Administrative Application found at the bottom of this webpage.
Paid Positions Feeding Heritage's Students
No nights! No holidays! Your kids' school breaks are your breaks! Great work environment! Occasional edible perks!

Kitchen Assistants are needed at both the Elementary and the Middle/High School campuses Monday through Friday, 9:00am-1:00pm.

Please contact Food Service Director, Angela Johns, with questions at ajohns@hcsmail.org, or APPLY NOW!
Calendar Highlights & Details for Upcoming School Year
The calendar highlighting the major events in the life of HCS for the 2023-2024 academic year can be found here.

A detailed month-by month calendar can be found here. Happy planning! 
State Tax Deduction for Tuition
Parents with a child attending a private school may qualify for a Wisconsin state tax deduction for tuition.  Guidance can be found here. The necessary tax form can be found here.

If you submit this form with your state taxes, you'll need the school's Employer Identification Number: 39-1255868.
Elementary School
Pinewood Derby Rescheduled to 2/23
All Kindergarten - 5th grade boys and their families are invited to Pinewood Derby 2023 hosted by HCS Cub Scout Pack 33!

Thursday, February 23
(note new date!)
5:00pm-8:00pm
Intermediate Campus Gym: 18000 W. Greenfield Avenue, Brookfield

If you need to change your reply because of the rescheduled date, please contact Bill Lent (Cubmaster) at
414-520-9154 or email lenwil@bethel.edu.

If you are new to scouts at HCS, please reach out to Bill or Phil Lauritch (philip.lauritch@gmail.com) for an application. This is a great time to join!
Athletics
Elementary & Middle School Winter Sports Celebration
Thursday, March 2nd at 6:30pm
Middle/High School Campus

Athletes and families will gather to celebrate the completion of the winter sports season with fellowship and awards. Way to go, Patriots!
High School Girls Soccer Open Gym Schedule
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Open Gym dates have been scheduled for High School Girls Soccer players.
The first Open Gym is:
Monday, February 27, 3:45pm-5:30pm.
Location: HCS Auxiliary Gym at St. Luke's

The full schedule can be found here.
Jr. Patriot Kickers Soccer Clinic
This is a great opportunity to introduce your young athlete to soccer or tune up for the spring season!

>>>Saturday, March 4<<<
Intermediate Campus Gym (18000 W. Greenfield Avenue)

  • 9:00am to 10:00am Jr Patriot Micro Kickers - 1st through 3rd graders (boys and girls)
  • 10:30am to 12:00pm Jr Patriot Kickers - 4th and 5th graders (boys and girls)
  • 1:00pm to 2:30pm Patriot Kickers - 6th through 8th graders (girls only)

All clinics are led by the Varsity Girls Soccer Coaches and Varsity Girls Soccer Players. There is no cost to participate, but donations are welcome. To register, follow this link. More details are provided here.
Athletics Calendar
For the most current listing of all contact days, open gyms, practices and games, please visit the HCS athletics calendar.
Upcoming Events
Mark Your Calendar!
Thursday, 3/2 - Elementary & Middle School Winter Sports Celebration
Friday, 3/3 - Talent Show (MSHS 7:00pm)
Monday, 3/6 - Scrip Orders
Tuesday, 3/7 - Elementary Moms in Prayer (8:15am)
3/13-3/17: Spring Break (No School)
Monday, 3/20 - Scrip Orders
Monday, 3/20 - Dine Out for Booster Club: Culver's
Thursday, 3/23 - Patriot Storytime (9:45am)
Thursday, 3/23 - NHS Induction Ceremony
March 29-31 - 6th Grade Retreat
Friday, 3/31 - End of 3rd Quarter
Middle School & High School
7th - 12th Grade & Administrative Offices
3500 South Glen Park Road
New Berlin, WI 53151
(262) 432-0333
Elementary School
Preschool - 4th Grade
1500 South West Lane
New Berlin, WI 53146
(262) 432-0333
Intermediate School
5th-6th Grade
18000 West Greenfield Avenue
Brookfield, WI 53045
(262) 432-0333