July 30, 2025

A Message from Mr. Goodbar

Welcome to the 2025–26 School Year! It’s with joy and gratitude that I welcome you to Heritage Christian School. Whether you're new or returning, we believe God has brought you here for a purpose and we’re excited to walk this year with you.

Our Theme: Matthew 6:33 "But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." This verse is at the heart of all we do. Our deepest desire is for every student, staff member, and family to seek God first, in learning, in choices, and in life.

We’re Growing! We are welcoming over 30 new students this year, and we’re expanding our campus to meet the need. Portable classrooms are just the beginning as we look ahead to permanent additions. We’re thankful for God’s provision through Educational Savings Accounts, which have made Christian education possible for even more families.

To Our Students - We pray this year helps you grow not only in knowledge but in faith—grounded in God’s Word and equipped to seek Him first in all things.

To Our Parents - Thank you for your trust. Christian education is a true investment, and we are honored to partner with you to raise up a generation ready to impact the world for Christ.



Let’s begin this year with prayer - for wisdom, protection, and God’s presence. May the 2025–26 school year be a year where we seek Him first and see His faithfulness in every step.

In Christ’s service,

Brian Goodbar

Staffing Update for 2025-26

We have several new faces and familiar faces in new roles at Heritage this year! Please help us in welcoming them to their new roles:



·   Mrs. Hannah Vorwerk (PreK Teacher)  

·   Mrs. Dayna Rosenberg (PreK Aide) 

·   Mrs. Connie Lenz (Kindergarten Aide)

·   Mrs. Carrie Mahon (1st Grade Aide) 

·   Mrs. Kaitlyn Swaim (3rd Grade Teacher)  

·   Mr. Matthew Sheyko (5th Grade Teacher)  

·   Mrs. Cassidy Scott (Extended Care Coordinator)

·   Mrs. Dani Burrus (moving to teach 1st Grade)  

·   Mrs. Jessica Woodiwiss (moving to Kindergarten Aide)  

Back to School Work Day - Sat, Aug. 16

With the start of school just around the corner, we need your help to spiff up the school building and surrounding campus. On Saturday, August 16, we 'll have our annual Back to School Work Day from 8:30am to 12:00pm. As always, more hands equal less work. This is an excellent way for you to meet other school families and we would love to see you there. As the date gets closer, we'll send out some additional information and what is needed that day!

Heritage H.A.N.D.S. Back to School Pool Party - Sun, Aug 17

Pre-K Parent Orientation Night - Aug 21st 6:00-6:30pm

Mrs. Peters would like to invite all of our PreK parents to come on Thursday, August 21st from 6:00-6:30pm before the All School Back to School Night to get important information that will ensure our school year is started off right. This will be a time set aside to meet Mrs. Peters, get your questions answered and drop off any supplies. We look forward to seeing our PreK Parents on Wednesday, the 21st!

Back to School Night - Thursday, August 21

We're looking forward to seeing you on Thursday evening, August 21st for our annual Back to School Night. The itinerary for the evening is as follows:

·         6:30-7:15pm - Teachers will be in their classrooms welcoming families and receiving school supplies.

·        7:00-8:00pm - Ice Cream Social on the lawn (or Gymnasium if it's raining)

You won't want to miss this fun event to kick off the new school year! Additional information can be found in the Parent Student Handbook under the Special Events Section in the back.

The office will be open that evening if you need to finalize any paperwork or payments before the start of the school year.

Heritage H.A.N.D.S. Boo-hoo/Yahoo First Day of School Coffee - Aug 25

More info to come on the pre-ordering option!

Substitute Teachers Needed

We are looking to add some additional folks to our substitute teacher list. Substitute teaching is a great way to formally work with great kids in a great environment while enjoying the benefit of some flexibility. At Heritage Christian School, substitute teachers earn $17.28 per hour. If you would like more information, contact the school office.

Before and After School Supervisors Needed

Help spread the word among your friends, in the neighborhood, at your churches, and at work. If you know someone who loves working with kids and is looking for a part time job, send them our way. We're looking for additional Before and After School Supervisors from 7-8am and/or 3:30 to 5:30pm each school day. This is a great opportunity for a college student to pick up some part time work (hourly rate is $15.23). If you or someone you know is interested, contact Brenda Wichhart (wichhartb@hcs-nl.com) and she will pass the information along to our new Extended Care Coordinator.

Lunch Servers Needed!

We are in need of an additional lunch servers and substitute lunch servers (specifically on Thursdays). The time commitment is about 1.5 hours from 11-12:30pm. If you have some flexibility and would be willing to fill either role, please contact Erica Wallace in the office at (wallacee@hcs-nl.com) or 626-4777. This is a great opportunity to volunteer and get to know the students better! It's also a great way for a grandparent to volunteer so pass the opportunity along to your child's grandparents.

School Calendar

Please take note of the school calendar for the upcoming 2025-26 school year. Did you know? You can subscribe to the Heritage Calendar by going to our website and clicking on 'Calendar' under the 'Parents' tab. Click on the Subscribe button at the bottom and choose the option that you prefer. That will save you a lot of time entering in each event individually (Just a note that all the calendar items for the year haven't been added yet but will be soon!!

In addition, revisions to the Parent/Student Handbook have also been made. All revisions from previous years are highlighted and you are strongly encouraged to take a look at those changes by clicking the following link: Parent Student Handbook

Volunteer Screening Process

If you anticipate volunteering with direct supervision over students this year (driving for field trips, serving lunch, coaching, etc.), you will need to complete a Volunteer Application. This application needs to be done each school year so even if you filled one out last year, you will need to do it again this year before being able to volunteer. You can visit our website and click on the Parents Tab and then Volunteer Application or click here to access the application. You'll choose the volunteer option and then click on the form for the volunteer opportunity you would like to apply for. One item to note is that if you will be driving for a field trip, we need a copy of your drivers license as well as a copy of your declarations page showing your vehicle insurance limits (not just the insurance card). If you have questions, contact Sarah Franje, franjes@hcs-nl.com.

Update your child's immunization records this summer

Many of you may be scheduling health exams and athletic physicals over the summer. Please assist the office by requesting an updated record of immunization for your child at their next exam. This is especially important for students entering kindergarten and 7th grade when additional required immunizations are given. The Department of Public Health and Human Services requires the school to have an up-to-date record of immunization on file before our annual audit in the fall. Immunization records can be faxed to 319-626-4779.

Order and Pay for Lunches Online

The lunch menu for August and September will be available the 2nd week of August. You'll receive a separate email with the menus and details for ordering. As a reminder, you have the ability to pay for those lunch orders online by connecting your bank account or a debit/credit card. This year you will be required to pay online at the time of the order. There is no fee for connecting your bank account. There will be a convenience fee for credit cards as follows:

·        Credit and debit card payments: 3.75% of transaction amount

For more information about signing in to FACTS Management and completing online lunch orders, click here.

Please place all lunch orders online regardless of your payment option.

Updated Forms for Returning Families - Action Required!

If you are a returning family this year, you should have received an email from Sarah Franje regarding forms that need updated each year. Please make sure you log on to your FACTS Family Portal (www.factsmgt.com) to verify the information and complete the Field Trip and Medical Release Form for 2025-26 along with the Acceptable Internet Use Form. Refer to the email for detailed instructions. Any questions can be directed to Sarah in the office at franjes@hcs-nl.com or 319-626-4777.

Sports Update

Heritage will again be offering soccer and volleyball this fall for our students. We plan to have both a JV and Varsity coed soccer team. The team will be coached by Marco Alambert and assisted by Brad Mitchell and Max Jiang. Due to games beginning the first week of September, practices will begin the week before school starts. The first practice is August 18. Our girls’ volleyball teams will be coached by Sarah Franje and assisted by Dayna Rosenberg. We will field both a 5th/6th and 7th/8th team. The volleyball teams will start practice on September 17.

Soccer and Volleyball Schedules

If your child is planning on participating in soccer or volleyball this fall, please complete the following forms, submit the fee, and submit an athletic physical. These links will direct you to a jotform and once you submit, it will be emailed to me. Students must have all forms and fees turned in to the Heritage office before being allowed to participate or compete.  

• Athletic Participation Form
• Athletic Contract 
• Insurance Waiver
• Emergency Medical Authorization 
• Concussion Form
• $60 athletic fee
• Athletic Physical

Forms and fees may be turned into the Heritage office during their summer office hours on Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. They can also be mailed to the school (255 Hackberry St, North Liberty, IA 52317) or digital copies can be emailed to franjes@hcs-nl.com.

•  Soccer Deadline: THURSDAY, AUGUST 14

•  Volleyball Deadline: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

•  Your child will not be allowed to practice or play until all forms and fees are completed and turned in.

Upcoming Events

SUMMER BREAK!

Back to School Work Day

Sat, Aug 16

8:30-12pm

Back to School Pool Party

Sun, Aug 17

7:45-8:15pm

North Liberty Rec Center

Back to School Night

Thurs, Aug 21

6:30-8:00pm

First Day of School

Mon, Aug 25

K-5th Parent Orientation Night

Tues, Aug 26

6:30pm

6-8th Parent Orientation Night

Thurs, Aug 28

6:30pm

No School

Mon, Sept 1

Labor Day

Quick Links

Website

2025-26 School Calendar

Web Calendar

Heritage Business Guide

2025-26 Class Supply List