Herrin Elementary School

All after school activities for today are cancelled including STARS. Please make sure you call the office to change transportation!

🧡Happy Paraprofessional Day!🧡 We cannot thank these individuals enough for going above and beyond daily at HES! Their hard work and dedication to our students do not go unnoticed. Each one of them cares for our students' individual success. They work seamlessly with our teachers to provide the best support. We are lucky to have these wonderful individuals! 🎉

Happy Paraprofessional Day!! H.E.S. appreciates all of the hard work you do for our students every.single.day. 🧡🖤🤍

During the month of March, H.E.S. has been celebrating the power of Cooperation—working together, supporting one another, and striving for success as a team! 🤝✨ We’re proud to recognize students from grades 2-5 for demonstrating outstanding cooperation. Their ability to collaborate, uplift others, and contribute to a positive environment truly sets them apart! 🎉👏 Let’s give a big round of applause to these students for embodying the spirit of teamwork and unity! 🏆💙 2nd grade: Grace Shaulus, Joseph Pease, Annie Milburn, Bryson McKenzie, Kenleigh Alderson, Noah Whitfield, R'Monie Webb, JaZiah Weddle, Ryker McLaughlin, Gabby Koen 3rd grade: Blake Herring, Jaydin Holland, Graclynn Sneed, John Grant, MaKinley Ogden, Kamryn Delmore, Ella Ogden, Jase Pedigo, Aaliyah Garrison, Isaac Peters 4th grade: Catarina Pu, Pyper Brewer, Ayla Stelle, Malakai Robinson, Azylyn Needham, Skyleigh Smith, Levi Stafford, Benjamin Suhling 5th grade: Avery Pedigo, Bethany Williams, Jaxon Boyd, Penelope Hamilton, Mila Emery, Gunner Bandy, Thayer Wollenmann, Trinity Wilda, Jackson Garrison #CharacterStrong #Cooperation #Teamwork #AwardOfTheMonth

🗓️ Our 2025-2026 calendar is now available! 🗓️ Please note - A full color-coded district calendar will be posted at a later date. A printer-friendly version is available at https://5il.co/3c1cr

REMINDER: 📢 Attention Parents & Guardians! 📢 State testing season is here! 📝 Our students will be taking the Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) as well as MAP testing in the coming weeks. Fifth grade will also be taking the Illinois Science Assessment. These tests are an important measure of students’ progress and help us improve learning for all students. ✅ Attendance Matters! Please make sure your child is at school every day and arrives on time so they can do their best! Please do not schedule appointments during testing, if at all possible! 😴 Rest is Key! A good night's sleep helps with focus and performance. Encourage an early bedtime! 🥞 Fuel for Success! A nutritious breakfast helps students stay energized and ready to learn. We appreciate your support in helping our students shine! ✨ If you have any questions, please reach out. 📅 Approximate testing dates: 5th Grade IAR - March 24-28 *MakeUps will follow 5th Grade ISA - April 8-10 *MakeUps will follow 5th Grade MAP - April 24-25 *MakeUps will follow 4th Grade IAR - April 7-11 MakeUps will follow 4th Grade MAP - April 24-25 *MakeUps will follow 3rd Grade IAR - March 31, April 1-6, April 11 *MakeUps will follow 3rd Grade MAP - April 22-23 *MakeUps will follow 2nd Grade MAP - April 22-23 *MakeUps will follow #IARTesting #ISATesting #MAPTesting #BeReady #WeBelieveInYou

📢 REMINDER 📢 Your feedback matters! 🌟 Please take a few moments to complete the 5 Essentials Survey—your input directly impacts our school and helps us grow! 📲 Once you’ve completed the survey, send a screenshot to your child’s teacher, and your student will receive a piece of candy 🍬 and a PBIS ticket 🎟️ to use at the school store! 📝 Click the link to take the survey: http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/ Don't wait - Take the survey today!! CHALLENGE ENDS TOMORROW: MARCH 28, 2025 Thank you for supporting our school! 💙🏫 #5Essentials #ParentVoiceMatters #PBISRewards

🗓️ See below for the Herrin CUSD #4 "At A Glance" for Q4! 🗓️ A printer-friendly PDF is available at https://5il.co/3bpjg

📢 Attention Parents! 📢 Your feedback matters! 🌟 Please take a few moments to complete the 5 Essentials Survey—your input directly impacts our school and helps us grow! 📲 Once you’ve completed the survey, send a screenshot to your child’s teacher, and your student will receive a piece of candy 🍬 and a PBIS ticket 🎟️ to use at the school store! 📝 Click the link to take the survey: http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/ Don't wait - Take the survey today!! CHALLENGE ENDS: MARCH 28, 2025 Thank you for supporting our school! 💙🏫 #5Essentials #ParentVoiceMatters #PBISRewards

Dear Parents/Guardians, We're participating in the Illinois 5Essentials Survey, open until this Friday, March 28, 2025. Take the survey here: http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/. Your responses are confidential. Challenge: Complete the parent survey for HES and send a screenshot to your child's teacher on Rooms. Your student will receive a piece of candy and a PBIS/Good Behavior ticket from the principals next week! This quick, 5-minute survey directly impacts our school. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference and earn your child a treat.

🍽️ The breakfast and lunch menus for April 2025 are now available! 🍽️ You can always find the most up-to-date menus on our website at: PreK | https://www.herrinschools.org/o/hpc/dining K - 12 | https://www.herrinschools.org/o/hhs/dining A printer-friendly PDF can be found at: https://5il.co/3bh6h

Today, March 24th will be a 2:00 dismissal. Please make sure students know their plan for dismissal. School will resume March 25th.

REMINDER: 📢 Attention Parents & Guardians! 📢 State testing season is here! 📝 Our students will be taking the Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) as well as MAP testing in the coming weeks. Fifth grade will also be taking the Illinois Science Assessment. These tests are an important measure of students’ progress and help us improve learning for all students. ✅ Attendance Matters! Please make sure your child is at school every day and arrives on time so they can do their best! Please do not schedule appointments during testing, if at all possible! 😴 Rest is Key! A good night's sleep helps with focus and performance. Encourage an early bedtime! 🥞 Fuel for Success! A nutritious breakfast helps students stay energized and ready to learn. We appreciate your support in helping our students shine! ✨ If you have any questions, please reach out. 📅 Approximate testing dates: 5th Grade IAR - March 24-28 *MakeUps will follow 5th Grade ISA - April 8-10 *MakeUps will follow 5th Grade MAP - April 24-25 *MakeUps will follow 4th Grade IAR - April 7-11 MakeUps will follow 4th Grade MAP - April 24-25 *MakeUps will follow 3rd Grade IAR - March 31, April 1-6, April 11 *MakeUps will follow 3rd Grade MAP - April 22-23 *MakeUps will follow 2nd Grade MAP - April 22-23 *MakeUps will follow #IARTesting #ISATesting #MAPTesting #BeReady #WeBelieveInYou

📢 Attention Parents & Guardians! 📢 State testing season is here! 📝 Our students will be taking the Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) as well as MAP testing in the coming weeks. Fifth grade will also be taking the Illinois Science Assessment. These tests are an important measure of students’ progress and help us improve learning for all students. ✅ Attendance Matters! Please make sure your child is at school every day and arrives on time so they can do their best! Please do not schedule appointments during testing, if at all possible! 😴 Rest is Key! A good night's sleep helps with focus and performance. Encourage an early bedtime! 🥞 Fuel for Success! A nutritious breakfast helps students stay energized and ready to learn. We appreciate your support in helping our students shine! ✨ If you have any questions, please reach out. 📅 Approximate testing dates: 5th Grade IAR - March 24-28 *MakeUps will follow 5th Grade ISA - April 8-10 *MakeUps will follow 5th Grade MAP - April 24-25 *MakeUps will follow 4th Grade IAR - April 7-11 MakeUps will follow 4th Grade MAP - April 24-25 *MakeUps will follow 3rd Grade IAR - March 31, April 1-6, April 11 *MakeUps will follow 3rd Grade MAP - April 22-23 *MakeUps will follow 2nd Grade MAP - April 22-23 *MakeUps will follow #IARTesting #ISATesting #MAPTesting #BeReady #WeBelieveInYou

🏐 SIVBA Future Champion Volleyball 🏐 Calling all young athletes! 📣 SIVBA Future Champion Volleyball is coming to Herrin High School for grades 2-5! Whether your child is new to volleyball or looking to build their skills, this program is a great opportunity to learn, play, and have fun! ✅ 7 Practices, 3 Games, 1 Tournament ✅ All players receive a t-shirt for their uniform ✅ No requirement to attend every practice or game 💲 Cost: $80 per player ($75 + $5 fee) 📍 Location: Herrin High School 📅 Herrin Practice Schedule: 🗓️ April 8th & 9th | 6:00-7:30 PM 🗓️ April 15th & 16th | 6:00-7:30 PM 🗓️ April 23rd | 6:00-7:30 PM 🗓️ April 30th | 6:00-7:30 PM 🗓️ May 8th | 6:00-7:30 PM 📅 Game & Tournament Schedule: 🏐 April 25th @ Herrin | Time TBA 🏐 May 2nd @ TBA 🏐 May 9th @ Pinckneyville | Time TBA 🏐 May 10th @ TBA (Tournament) 🔗 Register now at: sivba-futurechampion.com Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity! Tag a friend and sign up today! 🎉 #SIVBAFutureChampion #YouthVolleyball #HerrinIL #FutureChampions

HES appreciates all of our hard working paraprofessionals. We couldn't do what we do without them!! #sothankful

🌟 Thank You, Gary Wilkinson! 🌟 We want to give a huge shoutout to Gary Wilkinson for his incredible support of the teachers at Herrin Elementary School! 🍎✨ His generous contributions help keep our Sunshine Cart stocked with snacks, giving our hardworking educators a little extra boost throughout the day. Your kindness and generosity make a difference, and we are so grateful for your support! 💛 #ThankYou #SupportOurTeachers #HerrinElementary #SunshineCart

Today, March 7th is a 1/2 Day of student attendance. Students will be dismissed at 11:30. Please make sure all students know their plan for dismissal. There will be no school March 10-14 due to Spring Break!! School will resume on March 17th. We hope you have a fun and relaxing break and we look forward to returning ready to finish 4th QTR strong!!

🌸 Half-Day, Full Value! 🌸 We know Spring Break is right around the corner, but don’t miss out on the important lessons and activities planned for our half-day tomorrow! 📚✨ Even a short day is packed with learning, review sessions, and opportunities to connect with classmates before the break. Plus, attendance matters—every day counts toward success! ✅ Let’s finish strong before enjoying a well-deserved break. See you at school tomorrow! 🎉🏫 #EveryDayCounts #StayEngaged #SpringBreakReady

📸 Spring Picture Proofs Are Here! 📸 Attention parents! Your child’s Spring Picture Proofs should be coming home today! 🎉 Be sure to check their backpack so you don’t miss them. 📅 Ordering details will be included with the proofs. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to brandi.karnes@herrinschools.org, Iconik at 618-842-9542, or Iconik by email: www.iconikschools.com!! #SpringPictures #PictureDay #CheckTheBackpack