August 14, 2026

Back to School Work Day - Sat, Aug. 15

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 15, 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.

Work Day Sign Up Genius

Heritage Back to School Night FAQs

Next Thursday is the big night! Before the event, we want to answer a few more questions that we've heard being asked.

6:00-6:30pm - Orientation for Prek & TK Parents

6:30-7:15pm - Open House for all grades

7:00-8:00pm - Ice Cream Bars on the lawn (or the gym if it's raining)

What exactly is Back to School Night?

It's an opportunity for parents and students to visit classrooms and teachers. It's also an opportunity for the school community to reconnect after the summer vacation. There will not be any formal presentations in the gym. Simply come and check out your child's classroom and enjoy some fellowship and ice cream bars (hopefully out on the lawn if the weather is nice).

Can we bring classroom supplies during the Open House portion of the evening?

Of course! You are welcome to bring classroom supplies and drop them off with your children's teachers.

Will there be anyone present to receive completed school forms, payment of fees, etc.?

Absolutely! During the Open House, Sarah and Brenda will be in the office to assist parents who need to finalize paperwork or payments before the start of the school year.

Do I need to bring anything?

Any final forms completed for the school office and your school supplies if you wish. If your child needs any medications kept in the school office, this is also a good time to bring those and fill out the forms to go with.

Looking forward to seeing you next Thursday night!

Heritage H.A.N.D.S. Back to School Skate Party - Fri, Aug 21

Join us for a fun evening of skating! All participants must complete a waiver at https://sbarbarella.wixsite.com/glidengo/waiver

Evening of Prayer & Praise

Heritage Christian School warmly invites you and your family to join us for a special evening of prayer and praise as we dedicate the upcoming school year to the Lord! Together, we'll seek God's blessing, wisdom, and protection for our students, teachers, staff, and the entire Heritage community.

WHEN: Sunday, August 23, 6:00–7:00 p.m.

WHERE: We'll begin together in the school gym, then break out to pray at your kids' classrooms and around the building

WHO: Everyone is welcome—parents, grandparents, family members, teachers, staff, alumni, and friends of Heritage. Children are encouraged to participate with their parents. (Please note that childcare will not be provided.)

WHY: As we begin a new school year, we want to seek God's presence and blessing over every student, every classroom, every teacher, and every family. There is no better way to launch the year than together in prayer.



We hope you and your family will join us as we entrust this school year to the Lord. We look forward to praying with you!

First Day of School

The first Day of School is Wednesday, August 26 - School starts at 8:15am and ends at 3:15pm for TK-8. PreK hours are 8:15am-1:30pm. Doors open at 8am each morning for drop-off. Looking forward to seeing you soon! Don't forget about the parking lot procedures for dismissal and be patient with us as we work all the beginning of the year kinks out and keep everyone safe and happy!

Heritage H.A.N.D.S. First Day of School Coffee - Aug 26

We're excited that Juniper Roots Coffee will be on site on the first day of school from 7:30am-8:45am for parents to order before or after drop off. Grab a coffee and hang around to catch up with other parents or get one to go compliments of H.A.N.D.S.! This is for parents and staff only (sorry students!).

Finance Checklist

• TK-8 Parents - I've logged on to Odyssey and approved tuition charges for my ESA
• I've set up a payment plan through FACTS Management or have paid or plan to pay the tuition balance by August 26
• I understand that monthly payments for the Before and After School Program will be billed monthly beginning on September 1st. I'll receive an invoice through FACTS and can either log in manually each month to pay the invoice or connect my bank account and choose the day for automatic withdrawal.
• Lunch Orders for August and September are due by Thursday, August 20 at 9am. Payment should be made online through FACTS. Bank accounts can be connected without any additional fees

Questions? Contact Brenda at wichhartb@hcs-nl.com

Parent Student Handbook

Please take the time to review the updated Parent Student Handbook for the 2026-27 school year. Any changes from previous years are highlighted in green.

Parent Student Handbook

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 2026-27 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.

Update your child's immunization records

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.

Class Supply Lists

If you still need to get your supplies, the lists can be found here

Sports Update

If your child will be participating in a fall sport (soccer, cross country, volleyball), please make sure you have all the forms and fees submitted by the first practice. 

• Athletic Contract 
• Permission Form (only for cross country athletes)
• Insurance Waiver
• Emergency Medical Authorization 
• Concussion Form
• Athletic Fee ($60 for soccer and volleyball, $30 for cross country)
• Athletic Physical (Athletic physicals are good for one year and a month grace period. If you need to know when your child’s athletic physical expires you can contact the Heritage office. You can submit the athletic physical the doctor’s office uses. An athletics physical form must be completed by a physician and signed by a parent; a regular physical form does not cover athletics.)

Soccer Schedule

August 17 – 5th-8th Practice 3:30-5:30

August 19 – 5th-8th Practice 3:30-5:30

August 20 – 5th-8th Practice 3:30-5:30

August 24 – 5th-8th Practice 3:30-5:30

Augst 25 – JV/V Game vs. Trinity CR @ IC Kickers @ 4:30

August 26 – 5th-8th Practice 3:30-5:30

August 27 – JV/V Game @ LIS @ 4:30

Fall Sports Schedules

Upcoming Events

PreK & TK Parent Orientation

Thurs, Aug 20

6:00-6:30pm

Back to School Night

Thurs, Aug 20

6:30-8:00pm

Evening of Prayer & Praise

Sun, Aug 23

6-7pm

First Day of School

Wed, Aug 26

Back to School Coffee Truck

Mon, Aug 26

Parking Lot after Drop off

K-5th Parent Orientation Night

Tues, Sept 1

6:30pm

6-8th Parent Orientation Night

Thurs, Sept 3

6:30pm

No School

Mon, Sept 7

Labor Day

Quick Links

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2026-27 School Calendar

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Heritage Business Guide

2026-27 Class Supply List