What's Happening at Heritage
January 29th-31st
JANUARY
29th-PANCAKE SUPPER (Information Below)
FEBRUARY
1st-JUMP ROPE FOR HEART
- @ MHS Fieldhouse from 9-11:00 a.m.
- Parents may drop off students after they are checked in or watch from the walking track above the gymnasium
- Wear your maroon FUN RUN Shirt
4th-EARLY RELEASE
14th-18th-WINTER BREAK
19th-PTO MEETING @ 4:15 p.m.
25th-NO SCHOOL PD DAY
Dear Heritage Elementary School Families,
Quack, Quack! The Heart Heroes are coming back! Our school is participating in Kids Heart Challenge, kicking off on 1/6/2025 and it’s time for you to sign up your student to become an official Heart Hero.
Sign up TODAY
- Download the FREE AHA Schools App for Apple or Android and click on “Register Now” then scroll down to join your school's team.
- OR click HERE. and choose “Sign Up” to get started.
Thank you for your support, together we are building a Nation of Lifesavers!
School Begins at 9:15 am Students are not permitted inside the building until that time
School Ends at 4:08 pm Students must be picked up by 4:15
Lunch / Recess Times
JK/K & 1st - 11:25 - 12:10
3rd & 4th - 12:15 - 1:00
2nd & 5th - 1:05 - 1:50
Early Dismissal - School ends at 2:37 pm
1/2 Day Dismissal - School ends at 12:40 pm
All visitors to Heritage must enter through the main office where they will be required to sign in and present identification. If an individual is interested in volunteering in a classroom at Heritage, he or she must have a completed CRC (Criminal Records Check) on file here at the building and have their visit scheduled with the classroom teacher. A CRC is good for the school year that it was completed in, so it is important to make sure you complete the process if you would like to volunteer in the building in the new school year.
Click the link for the following office forms:
Dear Families,
If you would like to submit pictures for the yearbook please email them to janel.kestler@aol.com
Also, please add the following information:
- Teacher/Grade
- Student's Names
Dear Heritage Families,
Are you connected to your childs' online art portfolio on Artsonia? If not, click the following link: https://www.artsonia.com/connect/W24SMJXF and stay up to date on what we're making in the art room!
Creatively,
Julia Wozny
Greetings from the Music Room at Heritage!
For all fourth grade families if you haven’t done so please fill out this Google form regarding recorders and then go to E-funds to purchase it. Thank you!
Musically,
Jim Shouldice
“I can sum up positive psychology in just three words — other people matter. Period. Anything that builds relationships between and among people is going to make you happy.” – Dr. Chris Peterson
What is The Positivity Project?
The Positivity Project (P2) is an organization whose mission is to empower students to build positive relationships and become their best selves (NOTE: Watch the P2 founding story video here). Positive psychology’s 24 character strengths serve as its foundation. Ranging from bravery and perseverance to integrity and gratitude, the character strengths are classified and described in the 800-page book Character Strengths and Virtues. These strengths aren’t about ignoring the negative. Instead, they help us overcome life’s inevitable adversities.
To achieve its mission, P2 partners with Pre-K–12 schools and equips educators with the resources, training, and strategy to teach their students about character strengths and positive relationships. P2 is a school-wide endeavor grounded in the consistency of daily classroom instruction. P2 Partner Schools dedicate one week to each strength and students learn through daily 15-minute classroom lessons that are different for every grade level. These lessons help students understand character through definitions, examples, discussions, and exercises. P2’s model is holistic, incorporating students, educators, and parents through regular interaction with character strengths vocabulary and concepts.
What are the benefits of implementing The Positivity Project?
By consistently teaching students about the character strengths that people possess, they see themselves and other people based on the content of their character. This ability enhances their self-awareness and self-confidence, understanding and appreciation of others, and interpersonal relationships – which, in the long-term, will positively influence students across their lifespans. In the near team, it leads to more positive interactions and positive relationships within classrooms and schools — ultimately leading to a more positive school culture that supports teachers' ability to teach and students' ability to learn.
P2 evolves throughout a student’s entire school career. As students grow and understand character through instruction and experience, the strengths gain more meaning. They become a part of a student’s vocabulary and how they see themselves and the people around them — including characters in books and movies.
P2 empowers students by acknowledging that the 24 character strengths are already part of who they are as people. It helps them realize that each and every one of them can tap into these strengths — and not just as students, but for the rest of their lives.
How can you help?
Family involvement is an integral part of student success, and we would love for you to take an active role in your student’s character strength education. P2 for Families provides an easy, accessible way to reiterate the character strengths vocabulary and have meaningful discussions about the importance of relationships at home. Additionally, you can follow P2 on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube to stay up to date on all things P2.
Dear Families,
This week, our school community will focus on the character strength of Social Intelligence. Social intelligence means understanding other people's thoughts and feelings and why they act the way they do.
Social intelligence helps us build good relationships by being aware of others’ emotions and behaviors. It is different from "book smarts" and grows with experience. It also allows people to connect, form friendships, and protect themselves from being taken advantage of. It also helps us read facial expressions and understand what motivates others.
To practice and encourage the character strength of social intelligence at home, please visit The Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families (available in English and Spanish), where you will watch a video together and discuss a quote and three questions. Below are links to this week’s P2 for Families lessons. Click on the grade level that best meets your child’s needs.
Thank you for your support!
Website: https://www.hvs.org/o/heritage
Location: 219 Watkins Boulevard, Highland, MI, USA
Phone: 248-684-8190
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeritageElementaryHVS/