🌞 Sunshine Cart Shoutout! 🌞
A big THANK YOU to Samuel Bush and Cian Buss’s families for generously sponsoring this week’s Sunshine Cart at HES! Your kindness and support help brighten our staff’s day and remind us how lucky we are to be part of such a caring community.
We truly appreciate you spreading a little extra sunshine at Herrin Elementary! ☀️🧡🖤
A big THANK YOU to Samuel Bush and Cian Buss’s families for generously sponsoring this week’s Sunshine Cart at HES! Your kindness and support help brighten our staff’s day and remind us how lucky we are to be part of such a caring community.
We truly appreciate you spreading a little extra sunshine at Herrin Elementary! ☀️🧡🖤
It's National Assistant Principal Appreciation Week! 🧡
At Herrin CUSD #4, we know that leadership is a service. This week, we recognize our Assistant Principals for their unwavering commitment to academic excellence and student well-being.
Thank you to Sharonda Marshall, Dr. Bryant Hale, Kaci Lukens, Ryan Lowe, Andrew Anderson, and Stephanie Allen for your leadership and vision. You make our schools a better place to learn and grow.
At Herrin CUSD #4, we know that leadership is a service. This week, we recognize our Assistant Principals for their unwavering commitment to academic excellence and student well-being.
Thank you to Sharonda Marshall, Dr. Bryant Hale, Kaci Lukens, Ryan Lowe, Andrew Anderson, and Stephanie Allen for your leadership and vision. You make our schools a better place to learn and grow.
📢 Herrin Elementary Announcement 📢
Parents, today, Friday, April 10th is the Quarter 4 Midterm. Be on the lookout for progress reports coming home next Wednesday, April 15th. Also, don't forget you can download the PowerSchool app to easily check your child's grades, attendance, and lunch bills at your convenience.
🎉 End-of-the-Year Fun is Here! 🎉
As we wrap up another amazing school year, we’re excited to offer a variety of fun, end-of-the-year activities and dress-up days for our students! These activities are designed just for fun and are a way to celebrate another fantastic year of hard work, achievement, and growth at HES.
Please note: All activities are completely optional and are not meant to cause any stress for teachers, students, or families.
Let’s finish the year strong and have a little fun along the way! ☀️🖤🧡
As we wrap up another amazing school year, we’re excited to offer a variety of fun, end-of-the-year activities and dress-up days for our students! These activities are designed just for fun and are a way to celebrate another fantastic year of hard work, achievement, and growth at HES.
Please note: All activities are completely optional and are not meant to cause any stress for teachers, students, or families.
Let’s finish the year strong and have a little fun along the way! ☀️🖤🧡
📢 Assistant Principal Week – April 6-10
Herrin Elementary School celebrates Assistant Principal Week from April 6-10! We want to recognize and thank our amazing assistant principals, Dr. Bryant Hale and Kaci Lukens, for their dedication, leadership, and support of our students and staff.
Your hard work makes a big difference every day – we appreciate you! 💙
Herrin Elementary School celebrates Assistant Principal Week from April 6-10! We want to recognize and thank our amazing assistant principals, Dr. Bryant Hale and Kaci Lukens, for their dedication, leadership, and support of our students and staff.
Your hard work makes a big difference every day – we appreciate you! 💙
🐰🌷We hope all of our Herrin Elementary School families have a wonderful Easter filled with joy, family, and lots of sweet treats. Enjoy the day! 🌷🐰
Happy Easter from all of us at HES! 🧡
REMINDER - There will be NO SCHOOL Monday, April 6th. School will resume Tuesday, April 7th!
Happy Easter from all of us at HES! 🧡
REMINDER - There will be NO SCHOOL Monday, April 6th. School will resume Tuesday, April 7th!
May 8th is the Letter R in our Alphabet Countdown!
That means we are going to RIDE out the week with Chance Karnes “CK” Day! 🤠
Students and staff are encouraged to wear their CK apparel or their best cowboy/cowgirl attire for a $1 donation.
All donations will go to the Chance Karnes Memorial Scholarship. Thank you for helping us support this special cause while we have a little fun to end the year!
*Orders are due by April 24th.*
That means we are going to RIDE out the week with Chance Karnes “CK” Day! 🤠
Students and staff are encouraged to wear their CK apparel or their best cowboy/cowgirl attire for a $1 donation.
All donations will go to the Chance Karnes Memorial Scholarship. Thank you for helping us support this special cause while we have a little fun to end the year!
*Orders are due by April 24th.*
🎉 Congratulations to Our March Character Trait Winners – Cooperation! 🎉
We are proud to announce the students who were recognized for demonstrating outstanding cooperation during the month of March! These students worked well with others, showed teamwork, included their classmates, and helped make our school a positive place to learn and grow.
Thank you for being great role models and showing us what cooperation looks like every day. We are proud of you!
Keep up the great work! 👏
2nd grade - Dawson Brandon, Adlynn Griffey, Aloura Osteen, Riley Allen, Lois Cruz, Emilia Marshall, Colton Willms, Magnolia Ulrich, Kiernan Smith, Lucas Williams, Phoenix Edwards
3rd grade - Ryker McLaughlin, Lucas Breault, Parker Crane, Eli Lach, Brianna Sneed, Jackson Maynor, Wade Robinson, Elliana Green, Cooper Heflin, Izabell Floyd, Ashlynn Rea
4th grade - Isabella Warner, Hunter Childers, Nathan Westfall, Jada Tolbert, Chaos Stafford, Ella Ogden, Kaylor Wilson
5th grade - Creyton Camobell, Jillian Davis, Caleigha Ramsey, Hazel Dawson, Miles Dailey, Samantha Mota, Elijah Carr
We are proud to announce the students who were recognized for demonstrating outstanding cooperation during the month of March! These students worked well with others, showed teamwork, included their classmates, and helped make our school a positive place to learn and grow.
Thank you for being great role models and showing us what cooperation looks like every day. We are proud of you!
Keep up the great work! 👏
2nd grade - Dawson Brandon, Adlynn Griffey, Aloura Osteen, Riley Allen, Lois Cruz, Emilia Marshall, Colton Willms, Magnolia Ulrich, Kiernan Smith, Lucas Williams, Phoenix Edwards
3rd grade - Ryker McLaughlin, Lucas Breault, Parker Crane, Eli Lach, Brianna Sneed, Jackson Maynor, Wade Robinson, Elliana Green, Cooper Heflin, Izabell Floyd, Ashlynn Rea
4th grade - Isabella Warner, Hunter Childers, Nathan Westfall, Jada Tolbert, Chaos Stafford, Ella Ogden, Kaylor Wilson
5th grade - Creyton Camobell, Jillian Davis, Caleigha Ramsey, Hazel Dawson, Miles Dailey, Samantha Mota, Elijah Carr
📝 IAR Testing Announcement – 4th Grade
4th grade students at Herrin Elementary School will be participating in IAR (Illinois Assessment of Readiness) testing the week of April 7-14.
Please help your child be prepared by ensuring they:
Get a good night’s sleep
Eat a healthy breakfast
Arrive at school on time (8:00 AM)
Encourage them to do their best and take their time. We are proud of our students and know they will work hard to show what they’ve learned! 💙
4th grade students at Herrin Elementary School will be participating in IAR (Illinois Assessment of Readiness) testing the week of April 7-14.
Please help your child be prepared by ensuring they:
Get a good night’s sleep
Eat a healthy breakfast
Arrive at school on time (8:00 AM)
Encourage them to do their best and take their time. We are proud of our students and know they will work hard to show what they’ve learned! 💙
📢 No School Announcement
There will be no school on Friday, April 3rd (Good Friday) and Monday, April 6th.
Please plan accordingly for student care and enjoy the long weekend!
There will be no school on Friday, April 3rd (Good Friday) and Monday, April 6th.
Please plan accordingly for student care and enjoy the long weekend!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS:
HES Drama Club presents Shrek Kids! 🎭💚
Join us for a fun-filled evening on April 27th & 28th at 7:00 PM in the HES gymnasium.
Admission is $5.00.
A special thank you to Christy Josten and her assistants for all they do to allow our students to participate in Drama Club. We appreciate your time, dedication, and support of our students!
Come out and support our talented students - you won’t want to miss this hilarious and heartwarming show!
HES Drama Club presents Shrek Kids! 🎭💚
Join us for a fun-filled evening on April 27th & 28th at 7:00 PM in the HES gymnasium.
Admission is $5.00.
A special thank you to Christy Josten and her assistants for all they do to allow our students to participate in Drama Club. We appreciate your time, dedication, and support of our students!
Come out and support our talented students - you won’t want to miss this hilarious and heartwarming show!
📢 Autism Awareness Day
Herrin Elementary School recognizes Autism Awareness Day as a time to celebrate and support individuals with autism.
Today, we raise awareness, promote understanding, and honor the unique strengths and contributions of those on the autism spectrum. Let’s continue to foster kindness, inclusion, and acceptance for all! 💙💛
Herrin Elementary School recognizes Autism Awareness Day as a time to celebrate and support individuals with autism.
Today, we raise awareness, promote understanding, and honor the unique strengths and contributions of those on the autism spectrum. Let’s continue to foster kindness, inclusion, and acceptance for all! 💙💛
📢 Paraprofessionals Day
Today we celebrate Paraprofessionals Day! We want to thank all of our paraprofessionals for their hard work, dedication, and the incredible support they provide to our students and staff every day.
Your efforts make a huge difference in the lives of our students – we appreciate you! 💙
Today we celebrate Paraprofessionals Day! We want to thank all of our paraprofessionals for their hard work, dedication, and the incredible support they provide to our students and staff every day.
Your efforts make a huge difference in the lives of our students – we appreciate you! 💙
📢 April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
Herrin Elementary School recognizes April as Child Abuse Prevention Month. This month serves as a reminder to raise awareness, support children in our community, and promote safe, nurturing environments for every child.
Together, we can make a difference by educating, advocating, and protecting our students. 💙
Herrin Elementary School recognizes April as Child Abuse Prevention Month. This month serves as a reminder to raise awareness, support children in our community, and promote safe, nurturing environments for every child.
Together, we can make a difference by educating, advocating, and protecting our students. 💙
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Another beautiful day at the Herrin Park celebrating IAR achievement!!
Hoppy (almost) Easter, Tigers! 🐰🐯
Herrin Schools will be closed April 3–6 for Easter Break. We hope our students, staff, and families have a safe and wonderful extended weekend. Enjoy the time off—you’ve earned it!
Herrin Schools will be closed April 3–6 for Easter Break. We hope our students, staff, and families have a safe and wonderful extended weekend. Enjoy the time off—you’ve earned it!
📝 IAR Testing Announcement – 3rd Grade
3rd grade students at Herrin Elementary School will be participating in IAR (Illinois Assessment of Readiness) testing the week of March 30-April 2.
Please help your child be prepared by ensuring they:
Get a good night’s sleep
Eat a healthy breakfast
Arrive at school on time (8:00 AM)
Encourage them to do their best and take their time. We are proud of our students and know they will work hard to show what they’ve learned! 💙
3rd grade students at Herrin Elementary School will be participating in IAR (Illinois Assessment of Readiness) testing the week of March 30-April 2.
Please help your child be prepared by ensuring they:
Get a good night’s sleep
Eat a healthy breakfast
Arrive at school on time (8:00 AM)
Encourage them to do their best and take their time. We are proud of our students and know they will work hard to show what they’ve learned! 💙
The HES Spring Sing will be held Thursday, May 7th at Herrin High School. We can’t wait to see you there!
