Heineman Headlines September 2020
A NEWSLETTER FOR PARENTS & STUDENTS @ HMS
From the desk of the principal:
It is with great pleasure and enthusiasm that I write my first piece for our newsletter. I am excited to begin my journey at HMS and look forward to getting to know the entire learning community. It is truly a privilege to serve as the principal of Heineman Middle School and work in Huntley School District 158.
Even though we are living in a unique time, I hope your family was able to spend time together this summer and enjoy the many offerings summer brings. It’s hard to believe the 2020-2021 school year has already started, but I have to say that there is an excitement with school starting this year. Our students and staff are happy to be back.
This is an important time for your child as he/she continues to take steps in his/her educational journey. The success of this journey is directly correlated to the partnership that is developed between your home and our school. Please help us develop that partnership by communicating with us whenever necessary. We are fortunate to have families that put education at the top of the priority list and we value the relationships that have been formed and will be formed over the course of the school year. We are truly strong when we work together.
The Heieneman staff has enthusiastically welcomed your child to the school year. We look forward to building upon and continuing our tradition of excellence.
If I can ever be of assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Brian Faulkner, Principal
Heineman Middle School
Important information & resources
Remote Learning 2.0
Below are the links for the scheduler organizer template. This will help students be where they need to be at the times they need to be there.
Chromebook/Technology Issues
If your student is having any issues with technology/chromebooks please work with them to fill out this form and someone from our technology department will respond as quickly as possible. You can also locate this form scrolling at the top of our website.
A Note From Attendence:
ATTENDANCE PROCEDURES/REMINDERS
If your child is going to be absent from school, you are required to call the school absentee line at 847-659-4311 before 9:00 a.m. and report the absence each day.
School policy requires a Doctor written excuse for any student who is absent from school due to illness in excess of 4 days per quarter. It is recommended that you also get a Doctor’s note for all doctor/dentist appointments that you have throughout the school year and turn them into the office. During this time you may scan or take a picture of the Dr. note and e-mail to bbarr@district158.org or fax 847-659-4320 or drop off the notes in a light blue box located inside our front door.
For students who are late or miss a zoom call because of difficulties logging in, please have your student IMMEDIATELY e-mail their teacher with the problem.
For planned absences, such as family vacations during the school year, parents should notify the academic team and the office in writing.
A Note From the Health Office:
- A friendly reminder that 6th graders need a physical, Tdap vaccine and Meningitis vaccine by October 1, 2020. You can scan it and send it to chursey@district158.org.
- 6th graders also need a dental exam turned in by May 2021.
- Don't forget to wash your hands and wear your mask
Breakfast/lunch meal pickup or delivery
Food Services
Throughout the Modified Remote Learning period, all families will be able to purchase or, if eligible, pick up free lunch and breakfast meals at our drive-up lines. This service will be offered at Huntley High School, Heineman Middle School, and Marlowe Middle School, from 9:00 a.m.-noon on days when school is in session. Delivery options will be available for those in need. To inquire about meal delivery, contact the Food Services Department at (847) 659-6155. A limited curbside menu will be available.
Additional resources are available in the community for families facing food insecurity. Please view the resource packet (English/español) for additional information on available nutrition benefits and resources.
Social-Emotional & Mental Wellness
2020-2021 HMS Yearbooks
We want to see your awesome and creative remote learning photos! Email them to hmsyearbook@district158.org These photos will be considered for inclusion in the yearbook. Thank you!
Just For Fun!
QUICK LINKS
HEINEMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL
Alicia Parker, Assistant Principal
Courtney Fulton, Assistant Principal/Athletic Director
Email: bfaulkner@district158.org
Website: district158.org/hms
Location: 725 Dr. John Burkey Drive, Algonquin, IL 60102
Phone: 8476594300
Twitter: @HeinemanHawks