Herrin Elementary School
Home of the Tigers
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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!
Sun Meals To-Go program for this summer!! Registration is required. (See attached info)
Tomorrow, March 25th is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day. We wear green to show support, promote inclusion, and raise awareness for individuals living with cerebral palsy. Together we can spread kindness, understanding, and acceptance!! #WearGreen💚
No joke, it’s nearly April! 🌸 Check out what the cooks are serving up next month.
👉 www.herrinschools.org/dining
👉 www.herrinschools.org/dining
📢 Early Dismissal Announcement 📢
Herrin Elementary School will have a 2:00 PM dismissal on Monday, March 23rd.
Please plan accordingly for student pick-up and transportation needs. Be sure to contact your child’s daycare as well as the school office if there are any transportation changes.
Thank you for your support!
Herrin Elementary School will have a 2:00 PM dismissal on Monday, March 23rd.
Please plan accordingly for student pick-up and transportation needs. Be sure to contact your child’s daycare as well as the school office if there are any transportation changes.
Thank you for your support!
More park pictures
Yesterday was a great day at the park celebrating our students who met or exceeded state standards, as well as those who showed improvement on last year’s IAR testing! The sun was shining and fun was had by all. We are proud of our students and their hard work!
📝 IAR Testing Announcement – 5th Grade
5th grade students at Herrin Elementary School will be participating in IAR (Illinois Assessment of Readiness) testing the week of March 23–27.
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! 💙
5th grade students at Herrin Elementary School will be participating in IAR (Illinois Assessment of Readiness) testing the week of March 23–27.
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! 💙
🎯 Congratulations to our archers!
We would like to congratulate these students for qualifying for the State Archery Tournament, which will be held in Mattoon on March 27–28.
Jaylin Lewis, Zoey Simmerman, Audi Cowan, Aurora Skidmore, Cole Riesch, Henry Melvin, and Ryker Towns.
Not pictured: Tegan Scott and Jolee Matuszczak.
We are so proud of you and wish you the best of luck at State! 🏹👏
We would like to congratulate these students for qualifying for the State Archery Tournament, which will be held in Mattoon on March 27–28.
Jaylin Lewis, Zoey Simmerman, Audi Cowan, Aurora Skidmore, Cole Riesch, Henry Melvin, and Ryker Towns.
Not pictured: Tegan Scott and Jolee Matuszczak.
We are so proud of you and wish you the best of luck at State! 🏹👏
It’s assessment season at Herrin CUSD #4, and we’ve got the roadmap ready for you.
Tap the link to find testing dates, tech checklists, and simple tips to help your Tiger feel confident and achieve their best.
👉 www.herrinschools.org/testing
Tap the link to find testing dates, tech checklists, and simple tips to help your Tiger feel confident and achieve their best.
👉 www.herrinschools.org/testing
I love a GOOOOOOOOD Friday Sunshine Cart outing!!!! ☀️
I also LOVED all of the smiles and dance moves from both teachers and students today. 💃🕺
HAPPY, HAPPY FRIDAY!! Let’s make it a good one!! 😉
A BIG THANK YOU to all of our sponsors this week—we appreciate your support so much! 💛
#Lowe's #BankOfHerrin #Dale'sDetails #CassRay
#We'reWalkingOnSunshine☀️🎶☀️🎶☀️🎶☀️🎶☀️
I also LOVED all of the smiles and dance moves from both teachers and students today. 💃🕺
HAPPY, HAPPY FRIDAY!! Let’s make it a good one!! 😉
A BIG THANK YOU to all of our sponsors this week—we appreciate your support so much! 💛
#Lowe's #BankOfHerrin #Dale'sDetails #CassRay
#We'reWalkingOnSunshine☀️🎶☀️🎶☀️🎶☀️🎶☀️
🖤🧡 Report Cards Coming Home! 🖤🧡
Report cards will be sent home today Wednesday, March 18th.
This is a great opportunity to review your child’s progress, celebrate their successes, and set goals for continued growth. Be sure to check backpacks and folders so you don’t miss this important update on your student’s learning! 🖤🧡
Report cards will be sent home today Wednesday, March 18th.
This is a great opportunity to review your child’s progress, celebrate their successes, and set goals for continued growth. Be sure to check backpacks and folders so you don’t miss this important update on your student’s learning! 🖤🧡
🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀
Today we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, honoring the legacy of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, and the rich traditions of Irish culture.
St. Patrick’s Day is a time for fun, community, and celebration — from wearing green to enjoying stories, music, and symbols of luck like shamrocks and rainbows. 🌈☘️
Wishing everyone a joyful and lucky day! 💚✨
Today we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, honoring the legacy of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, and the rich traditions of Irish culture.
St. Patrick’s Day is a time for fun, community, and celebration — from wearing green to enjoying stories, music, and symbols of luck like shamrocks and rainbows. 🌈☘️
Wishing everyone a joyful and lucky day! 💚✨
🥧 Celebrate Pi Day! 🥧
Today we celebrate Pi Day, honoring the mathematical constant π (pi), which represents the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter — approximately 3.14.
Pi Day is a fun opportunity to explore math, enjoy hands-on activities, and maybe even indulge in some delicious pie! 🥧✨
Let’s celebrate the wonder of numbers, problem-solving, and the joy of learning together. Happy Pi Day! 📐💙
Today we celebrate Pi Day, honoring the mathematical constant π (pi), which represents the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter — approximately 3.14.
Pi Day is a fun opportunity to explore math, enjoy hands-on activities, and maybe even indulge in some delicious pie! 🥧✨
Let’s celebrate the wonder of numbers, problem-solving, and the joy of learning together. Happy Pi Day! 📐💙
Dear Parent,
This is a reminder that beginning February 3, 2026, students and teachers across Illinois have an opportunity to participate in the eleventh annual statewide Illinois 5Essentials Survey. This survey is designed to generate a detailed picture of the inner workings of your child’s school. As a parent/guardian, this opportunity allows you to share your thoughts on the important elements of school effectiveness in a survey about your child’s school.
On behalf of the Illinois State Board of Education, the 5Essentials Survey is being administered online by UChicago Impact at the University of Chicago. The survey gathers data related to five indicators that can predict important student outcomes, including improved attendance and larger test score gains. These five indicators that affect and predict school success are:
· Effective Leaders
· Collaborative Teachers
· Involved Families
· Supportive Environments
· Ambitious Instruction
Prior research in more than 400 schools has shown that schools that were strong on at least three of these “5Essential” indicators were 10 times more likely to improve student learning gains in math and reading than those that were weak on three or more Essentials.
All teachers and fourth through 12th grade students will be responding to this survey. 5Essentials Reports will be generated for schools if their teachers and/or students meet the response rate threshold of 50 percent. These reports will be sent to schools and districts in May and will also be included in the State School Report Card.
Additionally, your district has chosen to provide the optional supplement parent survey. If at least 20 percent of Herrin Elementary School parents/guardians complete this survey, a parent report will also be generated. The parent data will not be included on the State Report Card.
Your participation in the parent portion of the survey will help us understand the conditions at your child’s school and guide improvement. Your identity and survey responses will be kept completely confidential and will never be connected to you or your child.
The Illinois 5Essentials Survey for students and teachers will be conducted from February 3, 2026, to March 13, 2026. The Parent Survey Supplement will be conducted during that same period. To take the survey please visit https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois/ and select the appropriate survey to begin.
For more information about the Illinois 5Essentials Survey, or to view previous years’ Reports, please visit https://www.5-essentials.org/illinois. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact UChicago Impact Survey Support at 1-866-440-1874 or impact-surveys@uchicago.edu.