Our school is helping all students develop world class skills and life and career characteristics of the Profile of the Graduate by offering our students a strong, multi-faceted inquiry-based program of instruction, which prepares our students to be contributing members to both our local community of Travelers Rest and the global community. Our goal at Heritage Elementary School is excellence for all students. We aspire to achieve this by offering a well-rounded curriculum. Students not only study the core academics of reading, writing, mathematics, science and social studies, but also Spanish, STEAM, PE, Music, and Art. Through this rich curriculum, students find ways to excel in areas that are unique to their abilities and interests. Students are also taught to reflect and assess their role as learners, through a variety of traits including Inquirers, Thinkers, Communicators, Risk-Takers, Knowledgeable, Principled, Caring, Open-Minded, Well-balanced, and Reflective. Our students also develop and practice attitudes such as Empathy, Tolerance, Integrity, Curiosity, Enthusiasm, Independence, Confidence, Appreciation, Commitment, Respect, Creativity, and Cooperation. By practicing these traits and attitudes, we prepare our students for college and career readiness, as well as lifelong success.
Each year our teachers learn best practices to help their students be successful. They utilize a variety of strategies including Fountas and Pinnell balanced literacy, small group guided reading, IXL reading and math, Mastery Connect, math stations, Reflex Math, science kits , inquiry-based units in science and social studies, reading intervention, weekly Spanish instruction, and inclusive practices. As a result of these practices, our students continue to grow academically.
Heritage Elementary School recognizes that our students grow and develop in a variety of ways. We are proud of developing practices that allow our students to shine in their areas of strength. Students at Heritage have the opportunity to participate in chorus, after school enrichment clubs such as FIRST Lego Robotics, Programming Club, Tae Kwon Do, Art, Running Club, and Pioneer Prep academic assistance. We have an active Student Council which has a rich history of service to the community. Our students raise money and items to support local charities. Heritage Elementary School’s motto is “Hometown School—World Class Education”. We embody our motto by embracing and serving our community, making an impact through our rich traditions. We also embody our motto by offering a variety of rich learning opportunities, including the following:
Outstanding Features
- Daily Spanish Instruction
- IXL Reading and Math
- Reflex Math
- Volunteer Tutors on All Grade Levels
- CATCH Program
- Character Education Program
- Cliff’s Resident Outreach Volunteers
- OLLI Reading Volunteers
- Early Reading Intervention
- Extended Aftercare Program (2:15- 6:00)
- Fountas and Pinnell Balanced Literacy
- Inquiry-Based Instruction
- National Board Certified Teachers
- Response to Intervention Program
- School for Integration of the Arts
Special Events
- Artworks Day
- Book Fairs
- H3K
- Author Visits
- Red Ribbon Week
- Inquiry Fair
- Family Literacy Night
- Valentine Social
- Holiday Concert
- 5th Grade Exhibition
- Career Day
- Biannual Student Talent Show
Advanced Technology
- Wireless Access in Every Classroom
- 1-1 Student Chromebooks in grade K-5
- iPads in K3 and K4
- Promethean Boards in All Classrooms
Student Programs
- Pioneer Prep Club
- Chorus
- Good News Club
- Book Club
- Student Council
- Safety Patrol
- Running Club
- FIRST Lego Robotics
- Battle of the Books (2016 District Champions)
- Challenge Program (Gifted and Talented)
- After School Enrichment Programs (Tae Kwon Do, Art , Programming, and more)
