Dear Parents and Guardians,

As we approach the start of the 2024-2025 school year, we are filled with excitement and anticipation. We hope you’ve had a wonderful summer and are ready for another fantastic year of learning and growth. Personally, I can't wait until the halls are alive with the students excitement. Our staff has been here creating a warm and caring environment for your children. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming up!

1. Important Dates to Remember

• • Portal Open to see assigned teachers: August 20th

  • Open House: August 26th

  • 2nd grade 1:30 - 2:15 PM

  • 3rd and 4th grade 2:30 - 3:15 PM

  • First Day of School: August 27th

  • Parent-Teacher Conferences: October 10th

  District Calendar: https://www.dcrsd.org/about-dcrsd/district-information/school-calendar

2. New Faces and Changes

We are thrilled to welcome a few new staff members to our team this year. They bring a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to our school. Please join us in welcoming them to our school community!

Mrs. Collamore - 3rd Grade

Mrs. Tittle - Move from 2nd to 3rd Grade

Ms. Awad - 3rd Grade Long Term Substitute

Mrs. Olson - 3rd/ 4th Intensive Special Education Teacher

Mrs. Maisonet - 2nd/ 3rd Intensive Special Education Teacher

Additionally, we would like to thank the efforts of our custodial staff for their efforts in making sure we have a safe and clean school as we start the new year. You would never know that we are entering year thirty five.

We love having parents involved in our school community! If you’re interested in volunteering, please make sure you are paying attention to notifications that come from the school and your child's teachers. Many staff provide opportunities to come into the room to help for a variety of reasons:

• Classroom Helpers
• Mystery Readers
• Special Events throughout the year.

4. Parent Resources and Support

We understand that supporting your child’s education is a team effort. Here are some resources that may be helpful:

• Parent Portal: https://dcrsd.schoolbrains.com/comm/ - This will take you to information regarding your child.
• Counseling Services: Mrs. Sexton - School Adjustment Counselor - Ext. 233

5. Contact Information

If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to reach out to us:

• Principal: Peter Olson, Email: polson@dcrsd.org
• Main Office: Brooke Lapierre, Email blapierre@dcrsd.org

Dayna Dumas, Email: ddumas@dcrsd.org

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. We are excited about the year ahead and look forward to working with you to ensure your child has a productive and enjoyable school year.

Warm regards,

Peter J. Olson

Principal

Heritage Elementary School

508-248-4884

As stated in our handbook, attendance at school is expected not only as a district policy but it is also a state mandate.

The most important thing is if your child is out please contact the office so it can be documented appropriately.

Also, if a doctor’s note is written, it should be turned into the school office promptly. If you receive an attendance letter regarding your child, please consider it as information to update you where your child is attendance wise. If there is a concern academically, or excessive absences, you will be contacted by the office or the school adjustment counselor to set up a meeting. In the end, we are all on the same team, looking to set up our students for success! Success starts with being at school.

Dear Parents and Guardians,

During the summer, we know that there are sales on back-to-school supplies. We hope that having this list now will help you get these things at the best prices, if you are able to donate. Please do not feel obligated to purchase the items below. Anything that you are able to donate is very much appreciated.

If there is not information below regarding your child's class the teacher is either all set in regards to supplies or will reach out to you directly.