Herrin Elementary School

HES & the Herrin Fire Department just wrapped up another successful S.A.F.E. class, ending with an exciting visit to the fire station for hands-on demonstrations! S.A.F.E. (Students and Firefighters in Education) is the 8-week fire prevention program for 3rd graders, taught by members of the HFD. Throughout the program, students learn valuable fire safety lessons in the classroom, and to celebrate their hard work, HFD treat them to a pizza party followed by a visit to the new station. This year’s live demos included Hazardous Materials, Technical Rescue (Rope/High Angle), a Station Tour, Fire Extinguisher training, and a Vehicle Extrication. They even got a few of the teachers to join in on the fun! THANK YOU SO MUCH HFD!!!!!

Free Summer Lunches! ☀️🥪 This June and July, Herrin CUSD #4 is offering FREE summer lunches (Monday through Thursday) for all children 18 and under who live within the district boundaries - no income requirements! 🍽️ Dine-In Option: Join us in the NEW Junior High Cafeteria for dine-in meals. 🚗 Pickup Options: Can’t make it in? No problem! We’ve got multiple convenient off-site pickup locations for our surrounding communities. 🕘 Important: Meals must be reserved DAILY by 9 AM. 📋 If you're using a pickup site, be sure to complete the Non-Congregate Parent Consent Form before your first pickup. 🔗 Learn more and get started at: herrinschools.org/page/summer-lunch-program

Due to the weather forecast, students will NOT need their swim attire for tomorrow. Instead, we will have dry events for students. Thank you for your understanding!

Today, May 19th will be a 2:00 dismissal. Please make sure students know their plan for dismissal. School will resume May 20th.

Reminder: Today, May 19th, is an early dismissal @ 2:00. Please make sure that students know their dismissal plan. School will resume tomorrow, May 20th!

📣 Yearbook Announcement! 📣 The 2024-2025 yearbooks have officially been distributed as of Monday, May 19th! 🗓️✨ Parents, be on the lookout — yearbooks will be coming home with your child soon! 📚📸 It's a wonderful keepsake full of memories from an incredible year! **As of now, there are no extras, but if something changes, I will make a post!! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to brandi.karnes@herrinschools.org. 💬 #Yearbook2025 #SchoolMemories #ProudMoments

REMINDER: Attention Incoming 6th Graders! Are you ready to show your Tigerette spirit? *See flyer for requirements Join us for the Herrin Tigerette Dance Team Tryouts! Workshop Dates: May 19 & 20 | 5:00–7:00 PM Tryouts: May 23 | 3:30–5:30 PM This is your chance to shine, learn new skills, and be part of a proud tradition! Questions? Contact Coach Howerton at brennahowerton@gmail.com. We can’t wait to see you there! #TigerettePride #HerrinDanceTeam #FutureTigerettes

🗣️💬 Happy Speech-Language Pathologist Day! 🎉 Today we’re celebrating the incredible work of our Speech-Language Pathologists here at Herrin Elementary School! From helping students find their voice to improving communication skills and building confidence, your impact is truly life-changing. Your patience, expertise, and unwavering support help our students grow not just academically, but emotionally and socially as well. Whether it’s mastering speech sounds, developing language skills, or supporting communication devices, your work is essential — and deeply appreciated. Thank you for being a powerful advocate for our students and a cherished member of our school family. We’re so lucky to have you! 🧡🖤 #SpeechLanguagePathologistDay #ThankYouSLPs #HerrinElementary #TigerPride 🐾

Today, May 16th will be a 1/2 Day of school with an 11:30 dismissal. Please make sure students know their plan for dismissal. School will resume May 19th, which will also be a 2:00 dismissal.

🎉✨ Prom Day at Herrin Elementary CONTINUED! ✨🎉 Today was a truly special day in our Strive/Structure classrooms as we held a Prom-style celebration for our amazing students! 💃🕺 Thanks to the generous donations from families, friends, and the incredible Helen Honeys, each student had the chance to dress in their finest formal wear—whether donated or brought from home. 👗👔 A huge shoutout to the wonderful teachers who went above and beyond, helping with hair and make-up to make sure everyone felt their absolute best! 💄💇‍♀️ Our students were shining bright and looking sharp as they danced the morning away with smiles, laughter, and so much joy. 💖 It was a magical day filled with confidence, fun, and unforgettable memories. 🥰 #HerrinElementary #PromDay2025 #StriveStructureShine #TigerPride #MakingMemories

🎉✨ Prom Day at Herrin Elementary CONTINUED! ✨🎉 Today was a truly special day in our Strive/Structure classrooms as we held a Prom-style celebration for our amazing students! 💃🕺 Thanks to the generous donations from families, friends, and the incredible Helen Honeys, each student had the chance to dress in their finest formal wear—whether donated or brought from home. 👗👔 A huge shoutout to the wonderful teachers who went above and beyond, helping with hair and make-up to make sure everyone felt their absolute best! 💄💇‍♀️ Our students were shining bright and looking sharp as they danced the morning away with smiles, laughter, and so much joy. 💖 It was a magical day filled with confidence, fun, and unforgettable memories. 🥰 #HerrinElementary #PromDay2025 #StriveStructureShine #TigerPride #MakingMemories

🎉✨ Prom Day at Herrin Elementary School! ✨🎉 Today was a truly special day in our Strive/Structure classrooms as we held a Prom-style celebration for our amazing students! 💃🕺 Thanks to the generous donations from families, friends, and the incredible Helen Honeys, each student had the chance to dress in their finest formal wear—whether donated or brought from home. 👗👔 A huge shoutout to the wonderful teachers who went above and beyond, helping with hair and make-up to make sure everyone felt their absolute best! 💄💇‍♀️ Our students were shining bright and looking sharp as they danced the morning away with smiles, laughter, and so much joy. 💖 It was a magical day filled with confidence, fun, and unforgettable memories. 🥰 #HerrinElementary #PromDay2025 #StriveStructureShine #TigerPride #MakingMemories

Congratulations to our amazing Tiger Trailblazers! 🐾 You have shown incredible leadership, dedication, and spirit throughout this year. We are so proud of all you’ve accomplished and know you’ll continue to shine as you head off to junior high school. You will be dearly missed, but we’re excited to see all the great things your future holds! 💫 Darby Kasnick Ellie Bink Emerson Buffington Haley Kasnick Raya Maze Reed Walker Tucker Rolape Carter Bennett Grant Anderson Penelope Hamilton Brantley Melvin Reed Linton Jackson Truitt Not Pictured: Maddie Duppong Caterina Zaranti

Congratulations to our amazing Tiger Trailblazers! 🐾 You have shown incredible leadership, dedication, and spirit throughout this year. We are so proud of all you’ve accomplished and know you’ll continue to shine as you head off to junior high school. You will be dearly missed, but we’re excited to see all the great things your future holds! 💫 Darby Kasnick Ellie Bink Emerson Buffington Haley Kasnick Raya Maze Reed Walker Tucker Rolape Carter Bennett Grant Anderson Penelope Hamilton Brantley Melvin Reed Linton Jackson Truitt Not Pictured: Maddie Duppong Caterina Zaranti

🎤✨ Tigers Got Talent Auditions! ✨🎤 Do you sing, dance, juggle, or have a hidden talent the world needs to see? 🕺🎶🎨 Join us for Tigers Got Talent auditions on: 📅 Monday, May 12 & Tuesday, May 13 🕒 3:00–4:00 PM 📍 New Gym Once your audition is complete, you're free to go — but make sure you have your own transportation home. 🚗 Questions? Contact Ms. Creamer at 📧 esther.creamer@herrinschools.org or message her on the ROOMS app. Let’s see what you’ve got, Tigers! 🐾🌟 #TigersGotTalent #HerrinPride #ShowYourSkills

🌟 Teacher Appreciation Week Winners! 🌟 We’re excited to celebrate more of our amazing educators! 🎉 🎉 Thursday’s Winners: 🍎 Mrs. J. Jeralds 🍎 Mrs. Watson 🎉 Friday’s Winners: 🍎 Mrs. Sutton 🍎 Mrs. Dotson 🍎 Ms. Trexler Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and the incredible impact you make every day! 💛📚 #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher #WeLoveOurTeachers

It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎 We invite our community to join Superintendent Nathaniel Wilson in celebrating our incredible educators. They truly are "the heart of Herrin CUSD #4." 🧡

Today, May 9th will be a 2:00 dismissal. Please make sure students know their plan for dismissal. School will resume May 12th.

📢 REMINDER: May 9th is CK Day! 🎗️🧡 Join us in honoring the life and legacy of Chance Karnes, a proud Herrin High School Class of 2022 graduate, beloved son of former HHS Football Coach Jason Karnes and Herrin Elementary School Teacher Brandi Karnes. Chance's life was tragically cut short in an accident caused by another driver failing to stop at a stop sign. CK Day is our way of keeping Chance’s memory alive while giving back to future graduates. This special day serves as a fundraiser for the Chance Karnes "Cowboys & Quarterbacks" Memorial Scholarship Fund, supporting Herrin seniors as they prepare for the next chapter of their lives. 💛 How You Can Support CK Day: 🏈 Donate to the scholarship fund 🎗️ Wear CK apparel or dress like a Cowboy/Cowgirl or Football Player Let’s come together to celebrate Chance’s impact and ensure his legacy continues to inspire future generations. #CKDay #6 #LiveLikeThere’sNoTomorrow #CowboysAndQuarterbacks #HerrinStrong

Attention Incoming 6th Graders! Are you ready to show your Tigerette spirit? *See flyer for requirements Join us for the Herrin Tigerette Dance Team Tryouts! Workshop Dates: May 19 & 20 | 5:00–7:00 PM Tryouts: May 23 | 3:30–5:30 PM This is your chance to shine, learn new skills, and be part of a proud tradition! Questions? Contact Coach Howerton at brennahowerton@gmail.com. We can’t wait to see you there! #TigerettePride #HerrinDanceTeam #FutureTigerettes