πŸ“£ TODAY IS THE DAY! 🎢

Our 5th Grade Band, Chorus, and Ukulele Concert is TODAY! 🎺🎀🎸

Join us on Thursday, December 11th at 9:30 AM in the HES North Gym as our talented students take the stage to showcase their hard work and musical growth. 🎼

We can’t wait to see our families there to support our musicians! πŸ’›πŸ–€
2 months ago, Brandi Karnes
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Our HJHS Chorus students visited WSIU Public Television today to record a choral ensemble for this year’s Sounds of the Season! 🎢 HHS Chorus students will head to the studio tomorrow.
Herrin is thrilled to join other local schools in this annual tradition and share our students’ talents with the community.

Don't miss it! Tune in to Sounds of the Season on WSIU PBS Channel 8:
❄️ Dec. 19 (Fri) – 8:00 PM
❄️ Dec. 20 (Sat) – 6:00 PM
❄️ Dec. 21 (Sun) – 12:00 AM & 4:00 PM
❄️ Dec. 22 (Mon) – 8:00 PM
❄️ Dec. 25 (Thu) – 12:30 AM & 7:00 PM
❄️ Dec. 26 (Fri) – 3:30 AM
Celebrate the season with our talented students! 🎢
2 months ago, Herrin CUSD #4
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πŸŽ„Attention Herrin Families:πŸŽ„
You can watch our HJHS and HHS Chorus members perform on WSIL this Christmas season! Here are the viewing times:
🎢Sounds of the Season🎢
Dec. 19 - Friday at 8:00 pm
Dec. 20 - Saturday at 6:00 pm
Dec. 21 - Sunday at Midnight
Dec. 21 - Sunday at 4:00 pm
Dec. 22 - Monday at 8:00 pm
Dec. 25 - Thursday at 12:30 am
Dec. 25-Thursday at 7:00 pm
ο»ΏDec. 26 - Friday at 3:30 am
2 months ago, Kaci Lukens
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Cookies With Claus

Date: Monday, December 15th 
  Tuesday, December 16th 

Time: Each class will be scheduled a time throughout one of the days.
Cost: $5.00

Students will participate in several activities including: rockin around the Christmas tree with Rudolph, playing reindeer games, sliding down a huge snow mountain, having an indoor snowball fight, taking a group photo, and sharing a snack and story with the man himself, Santa! 
If you would like to attend, please pay your teacher before Wednesday, December 10th.

*This is a fundraiser, not a PTO event.

2 months ago, Brandi Karnes
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🌟 Honoring Jane Addams 🌟

Today, we celebrate Jane Addams, a pioneer of social reform, peace activism, and women’s rights. Her dedication to improving communities and advocating for those in need reminds us of the power of compassion and action. πŸ’›

Let’s continue to be inspired by her legacy!

#JaneAddams #SocialReformer #CommunityImpact #HESPride #Inspiration
2 months ago, Brandi Karnes
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🟧⚫🐯 A BIG H.E.S. TIGER THANK YOU! 🐯⚫🟧

Herrin Elementary School would like to give a huge THANK YOU to the West Monroe Apostolic Church of Herrin for donating treat bags this morning!

It was such a wonderful surprise, and our staff is truly grateful for your kindness and generosity this holiday season.

Once a Tiger, Always a Tiger β€” and today our stripes are extra bright thanks to you! πŸ―πŸ§‘πŸ–€
2 months ago, Brandi Karnes
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πŸ“£ Herrin High School Tigerettes – Winter Dance Camp! πŸ§‘πŸ–€ The HHS Tigerettes are excited to invite students in grades K–8 to their Winter Dance Camp: Dancing Through Life! πŸ“… CAMP DAY: Saturday, January 10th Registration: 8:30–9:00 AM Camp: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM Parent Performance: 12:00 PM πŸ“ Herrin High School 🎀 PERFORMANCE NIGHT: Participants will perform at halftime of the varsity basketball game! Tuesday, January 13th Herrin vs. Pinckneyville Game begins at 7:00 PM πŸ“ Herrin High School πŸ’² Cost: $40 Includes camp + T-shirt Payment is due with the registration form (cash or check payable to HHS Dance Team). πŸ—“οΈ Registration Deadline: Thursday, December 18, 2025 β€” turn forms in to school offices to secure a T-shirt! Follow the Herrin High School Tigerettes Dance Team on social media for updates! ✨ Come dance, learn, and shine with the Tigerettes! ✨
2 months ago, Brandi Karnes
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πŸ“š **Special Event at the Herrin Library!**

Join us on **Saturday, December 13th at 12:00 P.M.** as **Mrs. Johnston** visits the Herrin Library to do a special reading of her book, *The McBrights*!

Bring the family and come enjoy this wonderful story time experience!
2 months ago, Brandi Karnes
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Herrin Elementary is getting into the Christmas spirit! πŸŽ„

Last Friday, HES students took part in their annual Hanging of the Greens, decorating the school trees with handmade ornaments. Each ornament showcases their creativity and spreads holiday cheer throughout the building.
2 months ago, Herrin CUSD #4
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πŸ“£ Save the Date! 🎢

Our 5th Grade Band, Chorus, and Ukulele Concert is coming up! 🎺🎀🎸

Join us on Thursday, December 11th at 9:30 AM in the HES North Gym as our talented students take the stage to showcase their hard work and musical growth. 🎼

We can’t wait to see our families there to support our musicians! πŸ’›πŸ–€
2 months ago, Brandi Karnes
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πŸŽ„πŸͺ Cookies With Claus is Coming to HES! πŸŽ…β„οΈ
Get ready for two magical days of holiday fun on Monday, December 15th and Tuesday, December 16th! Each class will have a scheduled time to attend.

For just $5 per student, children will enjoy an unforgettable experience, all while supporting the HES Drama Club (please note: this is not an HES PTO-sponsored event).

✨ Students will get to:
🎢 Rock around the Christmas tree with Rudolph
🦌 Play reindeer games
πŸ”οΈ Slide down a huge snow mountain
❄️ Have an indoor snowball fight
πŸ“Έ Take a festive group photo
πŸŽ… Enjoy a snack and story with Santa himself!

If students would like to participate, payment must be made to their teacher BEFORE Wednesday, December 10th.

🎁 You are NOT going to want to miss all the fun!! πŸŽ‰
2 months ago, Brandi Karnes
CWC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Remembering Pearl Harbor πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

Today, we honor the lives lost and the heroes of December 7, 1941. On Pearl Harbor Day, we reflect on the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of those who served and were affected by this historic event.

Let us never forget the bravery and dedication of our service members.

#PearlHarborDay #HonorAndRemember #NeverForget #HESPride
2 months ago, Brandi Karnes
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No better way to celebrate "Grinch Day" at H.E.S. #TeachersWannaHaveFunTooπŸ’•#We'reLovinItβ€οΈπŸ’›
2 months ago, Brandi Karnes
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πŸ“£ Parent Engagement Activities Announcement

We are excited to welcome our HES families to our upcoming Parent Engagement Activities! Parents are not going to want to miss these spectacular events. Students have been working hard to plan for these activities, and they are so excited to share their learning with loved ones.

🟠 Thursday, December 18th

2nd Grade: 8:45–10:00 AM (2nd Grade Hallway)

4th Grade: 9:15–10:15 AM
πŸ“ North Gymnasium

🟠 Friday, December 19th

3rd Grade: Open House from 9:00–10:30 AM
Families are encouraged to stay 15–20 minutes.

5th Grade: Sweater Party (Classroom) 9:00-10:00 AM

We look forward to seeing our Tiger families join in the fun and learning! 🐯✨

2 months ago, Brandi Karnes
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πŸ“’ Quarter 2 Midterms Go Home Today! πŸ“’

Parents, please be on the lookout for your child’s midterm report coming home today. πŸ“

Remember, you can also check grades anytime by downloading PowerSchool for convenient, real-time access.

Stay informed and celebrate your child’s progress! πŸ’›

#HESPride #Midterms #PowerSchool #StudentSuccess
2 months ago, Brandi Karnes
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πŸ“£ H.E.S. Change Challenge! πŸͺ™πŸ©

Herrin Elementary is excited to partner once again with the Salvation Army for our annual β€œChange Challenge”!

The class that raises the MOST money will win a DONUT PARTY!!! πŸ©πŸŽ‰ YUMMMMM!

Last year, H.E.S. students raised over $1,500, and every penny went toward helping local families in need. πŸ§‘πŸ–€πŸ―
Mr. Robinette’s class took home the win last year…

πŸ‘€ Who will win this year?! Start collecting that change and let’s make a BIG difference together! πŸ§‘πŸ–€πŸ―
2 months ago, Brandi Karnes
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πŸŽ‰ Happy National Special Education Day! πŸŽ‰

This Tuesday, December 2, we celebrate the incredible contributions of our special education team and students here at HES. Your dedication, hard work, and perseverance make a difference every single day! πŸ’›

Join us in recognizing and showing support for all the amazing things our special education community accomplishes! 🌟

#NationalSpecialEducationDay #HESPride #InclusionMatters #SpecialEducation
2 months ago, Brandi Karnes
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πŸ“Έβœ¨ HES Families – The link to purchase this year’s Herrin Elementary School Yearbook is LIVE! Don’t miss the chance to capture all the amazing memories from this school year.

πŸ‘‰ Order here: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1088172/Herrin-Elementary-School

Secure your copy today! πŸŽ‰πŸ―
Email brandi.karnes@herrinschools.org for questions!
2 months ago, Brandi Karnes
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πŸ† HES Gratitude Winners – November πŸ†

We are excited to recognize the students who showed gratitude throughout the month of November! These Tigers went above and beyond in appreciating others and spreading kindness in our school community.

πŸŽ‰ Congratulations to our November Gratitude Winners:

2nd Grade: Jaxson Skeate, Hadlee Hanks, Arlynn Locke, Kayden Trexler, Ryan Thomas, Dahlia Croteau, Jaxyn Derusha, Lincoln Osaile, Isaiah Foulks, Kenrick Lenon

3rd Grade: Elijah Peten, Deandre Word, Lila Peppers, Brayden Francis, David Hedgepeth, Laeklynn Jones, Jasper Westbrook, Braden Gottberg

4th Grade: Blake Hale, Oliver Lewis, Mason O'Saille, Isabella Reyling, AJ Ragsdale, Brannon Hagen, Lila Choate, Brittany Lowrance, Eleanor Bloodworth

5th Grade: Conner Kelly, Alayiah Walls-Flagg, Marsiah Neal, Eric Gunter, Annabelle Speakman, Jack Laughard, Abbey Fuller-Willet, Cory Boster


Keep shining, Tigers! Your gratitude makes HES an even better place. πŸ’›πŸ―
3 months ago, Brandi Karnes
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πŸ“’ Herrin Elementary Announcement πŸ“’

Parents, today, Tuesday, November 25th is the Quarter 2 Midterm. Be on the lookout for progress reports coming home next week. Also, don't forget you can download the PowerSchool app to easily check your child's grades, attendance, and lunch bills at your convenience.
3 months ago, Brandi Karnes
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