Hello HMS Families!

I’m excited to share that our school is getting a fresh coat of paint in the main hallways! While it may seem like a small change, I believe these updates help create a clean, bright, and welcoming environment for our students; a place they can be proud to walk into each day.  For now, painting is limited to the main halls, but it’s already making a big difference. We’re taking care to ensure the safety of our students during this process, and we appreciate your continued support as we work to make our school shine even more!  I can’t wait for the students to enjoy the refreshed space!

On another note for events happening in May - make sure to save the date!

1. May 7: NJHS Inductions at 6:00 PM
2. May 13: 8th-grade cultural arts performance at 9:00 AM in the auditorium (thanks to our PTA)
3. May 13: Band performance 
4. May 14: Flora Festival
5. May 15: Chorus Performance 
6. May 17: Saturday make-up day for tracks 1, 3
7. May 22: Rising 6th grade Open House 6-7 pm
8. May 30: 8th grade dance 6-8 pm

Staff Appreciation Week: May 12 - May 16 (all tracks are in)

Staff Appreciation Week is right around the corner, and we are so excited to shower our amazing team with the gratitude they truly deserve! Every day, our teachers and staff pour their hearts into helping our students grow, learn, and thrive, and now it’s our turn to give back.

We’re planning a week full of treats, surprises, and special moments to show just how much we appreciate their hard work and dedication. If you’re able to volunteer your time or donate items to help us make this week extra special, we’d be so grateful!

Click here for more information on how you can help. 

Thank you for your continued support!  Let’s come together to celebrate the people who make Heritage such a special place!

Athletics

1. The Heritage Football Camp will start on Tuesday, May 13th and is open for all 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. Camp will run on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 3:15-4:45. You will need water and tennis shoes. In order to participate, you must have all of your Dragonfly paperwork submitted (http://dragonflymax.com/forms/P3GSFT) and up to date. If you have football camp questions, please see Coach Wrighten. If you have Dragonfly questions, please see Mr. Miles. 
2. It's a busy week for HMS Athletics! Mark your calendars and join us to cheer on our Patriots!
   
   • Tuesday - Boys Soccer at Neuse River (AWAY)
   • Wednesday - Softball vs Wendell (HOME - doubleheader)
   • Thursday - Track vs. Wake Forest (HOME) - Kona Ice will be here
   • Thursday - Softball at Wake Forest (AWAY)
   • All events start at 4 pm, and tickets are $6. Tickets can be purchased at the gate or online at GoFan. Go Patriots.
3. Student-athletes, get ready for the 2025-2026 season with a $10 sports physical at OrthoNC​ AND support Heritage Athletics simultaneously! Open to all levels of athletes. All proceeds go directly back to Heritage! You do not need to wait for your annual physical with your Primary Care Physician. Secure one of the OrthoNC physicals and you are guaranteed to be covered for the entire school year.  Sign up here: https://orthonc.com/services/sports-physicals
4. For any rising 9th-grade athletes, please save the date for the following Meet the Coaches Nights at your high school:
   
   • Wake Forest HS - May 13 at 6pm (Lindsey gym)
   • Rolesville HS - May 19 at 6pm (main gym)
   • Heritage HS - May 21 at 7pm
   • Wakefield HS - May 22 at 6pm (main gym)

Have a great weekend!  If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out.  

Yours,

Amy Light, Principal