Dear Parents and Guardians,
We appreciate your continued partnership in supporting your childβs learning and success at school. One important way we can work together is by ensuring accurate attendance records.
If your child is absent from school, please remember to call the school office at 618-942-2744 on the day of the absence. This helps us stay informed and provide the best possible support for your child.
Additionally, when a student has missed more than five (5) days of school, proper documentation is required for each absence. If a student is currently involved in the truancy process, documentation is required for every absence, regardless of the total number of days missed.
These procedures help us follow best practices for student learning and ensure students receive the instructional time they need to be successful. Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to your childβs education.
We appreciate your continued partnership in supporting your childβs learning and success at school. One important way we can work together is by ensuring accurate attendance records.
If your child is absent from school, please remember to call the school office at 618-942-2744 on the day of the absence. This helps us stay informed and provide the best possible support for your child.
Additionally, when a student has missed more than five (5) days of school, proper documentation is required for each absence. If a student is currently involved in the truancy process, documentation is required for every absence, regardless of the total number of days missed.
These procedures help us follow best practices for student learning and ensure students receive the instructional time they need to be successful. Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to your childβs education.
π Character Strong β Empathy Winners (December) π
Herrin Elementary School is proud to recognize our December Character Strong βEmpathyβ winners! These students were chosen for consistently showing kindness, understanding, and compassion toward others. They demonstrate empathy by caring for classmates, helping others, and treating everyone with respect.
π Congratulations to our Empathy winners:
*2nd Grade
Sawyer Mocaby, Tru Johnson-Wagley, Izabella Rumsey, Aurora Oliver, Carleigh Siefert, Lakota Vorhes, Scarlett Wanka
*3rd Grade
Haven Bloodworth, Everly Skovgaard, Dylann Huber, Everly Anderson, Alba Baskin, Hannah Crider, Dallas Williams, Rowan Zagar, Emma Ray, Chevy Rose
*4th Grade
Lyric Miller, Addison Morris, David Storms, Victoria Lagang Parker, Rosie Brown, Bentley Lesley-Roberts, Blakely Fortner, Dirk Valco, Jackson Walters
*5th Grade
Abbey Joliff, India Porter, Lillian Galiher, Ny-Sia Stevenson-White, Freyja Waddell, Lillie Lingle, DeVaeh Taylor, Ely Johnson
We are so proud of you for making Herrin Elementary a caring and supportive place to learn. Keep showing empathy every day! π
Herrin Elementary School is proud to recognize our December Character Strong βEmpathyβ winners! These students were chosen for consistently showing kindness, understanding, and compassion toward others. They demonstrate empathy by caring for classmates, helping others, and treating everyone with respect.
π Congratulations to our Empathy winners:
*2nd Grade
Sawyer Mocaby, Tru Johnson-Wagley, Izabella Rumsey, Aurora Oliver, Carleigh Siefert, Lakota Vorhes, Scarlett Wanka
*3rd Grade
Haven Bloodworth, Everly Skovgaard, Dylann Huber, Everly Anderson, Alba Baskin, Hannah Crider, Dallas Williams, Rowan Zagar, Emma Ray, Chevy Rose
*4th Grade
Lyric Miller, Addison Morris, David Storms, Victoria Lagang Parker, Rosie Brown, Bentley Lesley-Roberts, Blakely Fortner, Dirk Valco, Jackson Walters
*5th Grade
Abbey Joliff, India Porter, Lillian Galiher, Ny-Sia Stevenson-White, Freyja Waddell, Lillie Lingle, DeVaeh Taylor, Ely Johnson
We are so proud of you for making Herrin Elementary a caring and supportive place to learn. Keep showing empathy every day! π
πΈβ¨ HES Families β The link to purchase this yearβs Herrin Elementary School Yearbook is LIVE! Donβt miss the chance to capture all the amazing memories from this school year.
π Order here: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1088172/Herrin-Elementary-School
Secure your copy today! ππ―
Email brandi.karnes@herrinschools.org for questions!
π Order here: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1088172/Herrin-Elementary-School
Secure your copy today! ππ―
Email brandi.karnes@herrinschools.org for questions!
Dear HES Tiger Families, π―
We are excited to begin the new semester with Tiger Training for our students! Tiger Training is a refresher on our school rules and expectations, helping students remember behaviors that keep our school safe and positive.
We encourage you to discuss appropriate school behaviors at home with your child and reinforce these expectations. Your support at home is a vital part of helping our Tigers succeed both socially and academically.
Tiger Training Schedule:
Tuesday, January 6 β 2nd Grade
Wednesday, January 7 β 3rd Grade
Thursday, January 8 β 4th Grade
Friday, January 9 β 5th Grade
Thank you for partnering with us to make this semester a great one!
We are excited to begin the new semester with Tiger Training for our students! Tiger Training is a refresher on our school rules and expectations, helping students remember behaviors that keep our school safe and positive.
We encourage you to discuss appropriate school behaviors at home with your child and reinforce these expectations. Your support at home is a vital part of helping our Tigers succeed both socially and academically.
Tiger Training Schedule:
Tuesday, January 6 β 2nd Grade
Wednesday, January 7 β 3rd Grade
Thursday, January 8 β 4th Grade
Friday, January 9 β 5th Grade
Thank you for partnering with us to make this semester a great one!
βοΈπ π§‘π€
School **resumes on Tuesday, January 6th** with a **Β½ day and 11:30 AM dismissal**. π«β°
Please make sure your child knows their **plan for dismissal**, and contact the **school office and/or your daycare** if there are any transportation changes.
We hope all of our HES families had a wonderful break and we can't wait to see our students tomorrow!!β¨
Happy New Year!
Herrin CUSD #4 wishes everyone a joyful start to 2026! Enjoy the last few days of break! Students return on Tuesday, January 6th.
Herrin CUSD #4 wishes everyone a joyful start to 2026! Enjoy the last few days of break! Students return on Tuesday, January 6th.
βοΈπ **HES Winter Break Announcement!** π§‘π€
HES Tigers will be on **Winter Break from Monday, December 22nd through Monday, January 5th**.
School **resumes on Tuesday, January 6th for students** with a **Β½ day and 11:30 AM dismissal**. π«β°
Please make sure your child knows their **plan for dismissal**, and contact the **school office and/or your daycare** if there are any transportation changes.
Enjoy the holiday season, HES Tigers! πβ¨
π’ **Mark Your Calendars, HES Families!** ποΈ
The **2nd Quarter ends on Friday, December 19th**. πβ¨
**Report cards** will be sent home on **Tuesday, January 7, 2026**.
Be on the lookout for your childβs progress! π§‘π€
The **2nd Quarter ends on Friday, December 19th**. πβ¨
**Report cards** will be sent home on **Tuesday, January 7, 2026**.
Be on the lookout for your childβs progress! π§‘π€
π’ Reminder, HES Families!
We will have an early dismissal on Friday, December 19th at 2:00 PM.
Please make sure your child knows their dismissal plan for the day. If there are any transportation changes, be sure to contact the school office and/or your childβs day care ahead of time.
Thank you for helping us ensure a smooth and safe dismissal! πππ€
We will have an early dismissal on Friday, December 19th at 2:00 PM.
Please make sure your child knows their dismissal plan for the day. If there are any transportation changes, be sure to contact the school office and/or your childβs day care ahead of time.
Thank you for helping us ensure a smooth and safe dismissal! πππ€
Day One of our HES Winter Parent Engagement was a BLAST!
π 2nd Grade Christmas Tree Farm:
The 2nd grade hallway was packed with little lumberjacks as students proudly tried to sell their handmade Christmas trees to family members. Safe to say, they sold out quick β the lotβs officially empty!
π© 4th Grade Wax Museum:
Meanwhile, our 4th graders transformed into well-known historical and modern figures. With the press of a βbutton,β these wax figures came to life, sharing all about their lives and accomplishments.
A huge thank you to our families for supporting our students on these special learning days. We couldn't do it without you!
π 2nd Grade Christmas Tree Farm:
The 2nd grade hallway was packed with little lumberjacks as students proudly tried to sell their handmade Christmas trees to family members. Safe to say, they sold out quick β the lotβs officially empty!
π© 4th Grade Wax Museum:
Meanwhile, our 4th graders transformed into well-known historical and modern figures. With the press of a βbutton,β these wax figures came to life, sharing all about their lives and accomplishments.
A huge thank you to our families for supporting our students on these special learning days. We couldn't do it without you!
Cookies with Santa, indoor snowball fights, and festive reindeer games?! Herrin Elementary students had a blast at Cookies With Claus this week! πͺπ
The countdown is on! β°π
Just a few more days until Christmas Break begins. From all of us at Herrin CUSD #4, we wish you a joyful and relaxing holiday season. We canβt wait to welcome you back refreshed and ready for the new semester!
Just a few more days until Christmas Break begins. From all of us at Herrin CUSD #4, we wish you a joyful and relaxing holiday season. We canβt wait to welcome you back refreshed and ready for the new semester!
**Reminder Dance Camp forms are due by Thursday!**
π£ Herrin High School Tigerettes β Winter Dance Camp! π§‘π€
The HHS Tigerettes are excited to invite students in grades Kβ8 to their Winter Dance Camp: Dancing Through Life!
π CAMP DAY:
Saturday, January 10th
Registration: 8:30β9:00 AM
Camp: 9:00 AMβ12:00 PM
Parent Performance: 12:00 PM
π Herrin High School
π€ PERFORMANCE NIGHT:
Participants will perform at halftime of the varsity basketball game!
Tuesday, January 13th
Herrin vs. Pinckneyville
Game begins at 7:00 PM
π Herrin High School
π² Cost: $40
Includes camp + T-shirt
Payment is due with the registration form (cash or check payable to HHS Dance Team).
ποΈ 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!
β¨ Come dance, learn, and shine with the Tigerettes! β¨
π£ Herrin High School Tigerettes β Winter Dance Camp! π§‘π€
The HHS Tigerettes are excited to invite students in grades Kβ8 to their Winter Dance Camp: Dancing Through Life!
π CAMP DAY:
Saturday, January 10th
Registration: 8:30β9:00 AM
Camp: 9:00 AMβ12:00 PM
Parent Performance: 12:00 PM
π Herrin High School
π€ PERFORMANCE NIGHT:
Participants will perform at halftime of the varsity basketball game!
Tuesday, January 13th
Herrin vs. Pinckneyville
Game begins at 7:00 PM
π Herrin High School
π² Cost: $40
Includes camp + T-shirt
Payment is due with the registration form (cash or check payable to HHS Dance Team).
ποΈ 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!
β¨ Come dance, learn, and shine with the Tigerettes! β¨
π’ Reminder, HES Families!
We will have an early dismissal on Monday, December 15th at 2:00 PM.
Please make sure your child knows their dismissal plan for the day. If there are any transportation changes, be sure to contact the school office and/or your childβs day care ahead of time.
Thank you for helping us ensure a smooth and safe dismissal! πππ€
We will have an early dismissal on Monday, December 15th at 2:00 PM.
Please make sure your child knows their dismissal plan for the day. If there are any transportation changes, be sure to contact the school office and/or your childβs day care ahead of time.
Thank you for helping us ensure a smooth and safe dismissal! πππ€
2025 HES 5th Grade Winter Concert πΆβοΈ
Our 5th grade chorus, band, and ukulele students brought the holiday spirit to life today! What a fantastic performance! π Weβre so proud of our talented students.
Our 5th grade chorus, band, and ukulele students brought the holiday spirit to life today! What a fantastic performance! π Weβre so proud of our talented students.
β¨π HES Parent Engagement Activities Are Coming Up! ππ§‘π€
We are excited to welcome our families for a very special and magical Parent Engagement experience this December!
π Thursday, December 18th
β’ 2nd Grade & 4th Grade
π Friday, December 19th
β’ 3rd Grade & 5th Grade
β° Activities will run from 9:00β10:30 AM.
Parents may come and go during this window - you do not need to stay for the entire time.
This is a wonderful opportunity to join your child in meaningful, festive learning activities. π
You are not going to want to miss this amazing school event! πβ¨
We are excited to welcome our families for a very special and magical Parent Engagement experience this December!
π Thursday, December 18th
β’ 2nd Grade & 4th Grade
π Friday, December 19th
β’ 3rd Grade & 5th Grade
β° Activities will run from 9:00β10:30 AM.
Parents may come and go during this window - you do not need to stay for the entire time.
This is a wonderful opportunity to join your child in meaningful, festive learning activities. π
You are not going to want to miss this amazing school event! πβ¨
π£ TODAY IS THE DAY! πΆ
Our 5th Grade Band, Chorus, and Ukulele Concert is TODAY! πΊπ€πΈ
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. πΌ
We canβt wait to see our families there to support our musicians! ππ€
Our 5th Grade Band, Chorus, and Ukulele Concert is TODAY! πΊπ€πΈ
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. πΌ
We canβt wait to see our families there to support our musicians! ππ€
Our HJHS Chorus students visited WSIU Public Television today to record a choral ensemble for this yearβs Sounds of the Season! πΆ HHS Chorus students will head to the studio tomorrow.
Herrin is thrilled to join other local schools in this annual tradition and share our studentsβ talents with the community.
Don't miss it! Tune in to Sounds of the Season on WSIU PBS Channel 8:
βοΈ Dec. 19 (Fri) β 8:00 PM
βοΈ Dec. 20 (Sat) β 6:00 PM
βοΈ Dec. 21 (Sun) β 12:00 AM & 4:00 PM
βοΈ Dec. 22 (Mon) β 8:00 PM
βοΈ Dec. 25 (Thu) β 12:30 AM & 7:00 PM
βοΈ Dec. 26 (Fri) β 3:30 AM
Celebrate the season with our talented students! πΆ
Herrin is thrilled to join other local schools in this annual tradition and share our studentsβ talents with the community.
Don't miss it! Tune in to Sounds of the Season on WSIU PBS Channel 8:
βοΈ Dec. 19 (Fri) β 8:00 PM
βοΈ Dec. 20 (Sat) β 6:00 PM
βοΈ Dec. 21 (Sun) β 12:00 AM & 4:00 PM
βοΈ Dec. 22 (Mon) β 8:00 PM
βοΈ Dec. 25 (Thu) β 12:30 AM & 7:00 PM
βοΈ Dec. 26 (Fri) β 3:30 AM
Celebrate the season with our talented students! πΆ
πAttention Herrin Families:π
You can watch our HJHS and HHS Chorus members perform on WSIL this Christmas season! Here are the viewing times:
πΆSounds of the SeasonπΆ
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
You can watch our HJHS and HHS Chorus members perform on WSIL this Christmas season! Here are the viewing times:
πΆSounds of the SeasonπΆ
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
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.
