Heather Elementary

In classrooms at Heather, our learning continues about the courage Dr. King modeled in showing others how to be kind to others despite our differences, having civil discourse when interacting with people of different beliefs, and standing up for what is right. Read More

It is hard to believe that this is my last message of 2021. Our students are fully engaged in school and work hard every day to improve their reading, writing, math and cooperative learning skills. . . . I am hoping during our two-week break, your children have opportunities to continue learning and exploring the world . . . Read More

As a K-3 school, our primary focus is teaching students how to read. We do this by using a variety of strategies during Reader’s Workshops in our classrooms every day. . . Parents can work on many of these same strategies at home. Here are some of the ways that you can read with your child (READ MORE)

Heather students, grades K-3, took a math benchmark assessment this month, marking the end of the first trimester. The questions on the assessment were a compilation of math skills and concepts taught in the Math in Focus chapters taught during the first trimester. Read More

With approximately 270 students attending Heather School, it is inevitable that conflicts may arise between our Colts. Learning how to respond when they happen has been part of our work . . . We are starting to use the Kelso’s Choice program to teach students several positive ways to deal with challenges that arise as social interactions are navigated. Read More