January 17, 2025

News and Updates from HCS

No School Monday


A reminder that there will be no school on Monday. Have a wonderful long weekend!

Parent Surveys




On Tuesday we opened our Parent & Employee Survey, conducted by our survey partner, SchoolRIGHT, LLC., a trusted leader in Christian school surveys worldwide. The email address sent from is: surveys@schoolright.net and the survey window is open from January 14-27. The survey will cover various aspects, including divisional-related responses, parent enrollment factors, staff working conditions, overall sentiments toward the school, and participant experiences.

SchoolRIGHT will provide us with a comprehensive report shortly after the survey window closes. Check Your Inbox: Be check your inbox for an email from surveys@schoolright.net on January 14, 2025. If you don't find it in your primary inbox, please check your spam or junk folder to ensure you don't miss this opportunity to contribute feedback for our school community. 

H.A.N.D.S Restaurant Day!!



Join us for our next Dine-Out Day on Monday, January 20th at Dunn Brothers Coffee. It will be an all day fundraiser so stop on in for breakfast on our day off of school!!  A percentage of the sales goes back to Heritage H.A.N.D.S. for their awesome work of building community at the school! Hope to see you there!

Curriculum Review Committee


We're looking for individuals interested in reviewing History curriculum options for next school year. In order to be a part of the committee, you must be (or become) a member of the Association (indicate support of the HCS bylaws and Statement of Faith by signing the Association membership form and paying the $5 annual dues). If you are interested in volunteering in this capacity or have questions about what this might entail, please contact Rachel Super (superr@hcs-nl.com) by February 1st.

HANDS Pool Party CLASS COMPETITION!!!


Please join us for an evening of FREE family fun at the North Liberty Community Center indoor pool Sunday, January 26th @6-7:30pm. We’ve rented the entire pool so feel free to invite your friends and neighbors to join us! Make sure to MARK your calendars now!


PLUS we are adding a CLASS COMPETITION!!! We will reward the TOP Middle School Class (grades 6-8) and TOP Class (grades PreK-5) in attendance with DONUTS on Monday!



So get ready for a BIG SPLASH January 26th!

Before and After School Check in Procedures


During the Before School Program, the Lead Teacher will be in charge of allowing parents/guardians into the building. The parent/guardian will say their last name and number through the intercom system and will be verified prior to being let in.

 

During the After School Program, when parents arrive for pick up they will say their last name and number through the intercom system and will be verified prior to being let in by the Extended Care Coordinator.

 

Thank you for your cooperation!

Grant Wood AEA Hearing Screening – January 29

 

Grant Wood AEA is scheduled to be at Heritage on Wednesday, January 29th beginning at 8:30am to conduct hearing screenings on all students in Kindergarten, 1st, and 5th grades.

Heritage Gala! Ticket Sales Going on Now!

Purchase your tickets at https://charity.pledgeit.org/EFE2025


Sponsorship Information

Auction Donations

Missions - Mrs. Pretorious & Kossigan

 

Please continue to pray for global workers Michael and Mary Pretorious and for our Compassion International sponsored child, Kossigan, from Togo. Students are welcome to contribute towards Kossigan’s sponsorship (through Compassion International) by giving money in their classrooms or the office. Thank you!

 

“The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in His love He will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.” Zephaniah 3:17

 

Please pray for:

·        Protection (physical, spiritual, emotional, etc.)

·        Boldness (to share Jesus authentically and powerfully)

·        Peace (people of peace to help share the Good News)

·        Assurance (that God is with them and is for them)

Sports Update



Boys Basketball Schedule

6th/7th/8th Practice Wednesday, Jan. 22 - 5:00-6:30pm

6th/7th/8th Game @ Heritage Thursday, Jan. 23 - 7:00pm


5th Practice Tuesday, Jan 21 - 6:30-7:45pm

5th Game @ Heritage Thursday, Jan. 23 - 5:00pm


Girls Basketball Schedule

7th/8th Practice Monday, Jan. 20 9:00-10:30am

7th/8th Practice Tuesday, Jan. 21 - 3:30 - 5:00pm

7th/8th Game @ Heritage Thursday, Jan. 23 - 6:00pm

picture day - Tuesday, Jan. 21st


5th/6th Practice Wednesday, Jan. 22 - 3:30-4:30pm 

5th/6th Game @ Heritage Thursday, Jan. 23 - 4:00pm


Cheer Schedule

Practice Tuesday, Jan. 21 - 5:00-6:00pm

Game @ Heritage Thursday, Jan. 23 - 4:00pm

picture day - Tuesday, Jan. 21st

Upcoming Events


Mid-Trimester

Fri, Jan 17


No School - MLK Jr Day

Mon, Jan 20


Progress Reports Go Home

Fri, Jan 24


H.A.N.D.S. Pool Night

NL Rec Center

Sun, Jan 26 6-7:30pm


No School

Teacher In-Service

Fri, Feb 14


No School

Mon, Feb 17


Heritage Gala: Educating for Eternity

Bella Sala Event Center

Sat, Feb 22 5-9pm


End of 2nd Trimester

Fri, Feb 28


Muffins with Moms

Fri, Feb 28

7:30-8:10am


Quick Links


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2024-25 School Calendar

Web Calendar

Heritage Business Guide

2024-25 Class Supply List

Parent Student Handbook

Heritage Christian School exists to serve Christ by partnering with parents to provide biblically faithful, academically excellent education. The vision of Heritage Christian School is to be a leader in developing passionate life long learners committed to Christ.

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