Proposed federal tax regulations may forbid a federal tax deduction for any donations made which also qualify for state tax credits, if the credit is more than 15% of the total donated. Recent changes in federal tax laws, have increased the standard deduction allowed when filing taxes for 2018, which will also reduce the number of taxpayers who will itemize their deductions. The new standard deduction amounts for taxpayers are:
To get the most out of their education, it’s important that children attend school every day; it’s also the law. Read the Heritage attendance policy to be certain that, due to excessive absences, your child is not considered habitually truant, which could result in penalties for parents and students.
Does your child have a cell phone? The odds are the answer is “Yes.” Statistics show that 56 percent of children 8-12 have a cell phone. It’s difficult to think of a product or technology, designed for adults, that was so quickly and ubiquitously co-opted by kids. Of course, Mom and Dad have to buy the phones and pay the bills, but cell phones have become a necessity in many kids’ lives.
The Heritage Big Staff Band will perform at the free concert on the main field, Friday, August 24. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with the show at 7 p.m.
Represent your school by being a part of the Heritage Cross Country team. Tryouts are August 21, 3:30-5:00 p.m. on the South Field. Participation is limited to those in grades 4-8 only.
Elections for Student Council will take place on August 16, which will include an assembly. Student Council members are the voice of Heritage students, so vote for the person you want representing you.
Try out for Heritage Volleyball or Flag Football, August 6-8, 3:30-5 p.m. and show the world your Heritage Falcon spirit.
Attention parents: provided below is the updated report on the average teacher salary increase. For any questions or more information, please contact the front office.
To ensure your child has a great first day of school, students and parents are urged to attend Meet the Teacher Night on Thursday, July 26, from 3-7 p.m. You’ll be able to tour the school, purchase uniform shirts, learn the school bus stops and pick-up times, bring in school supplies, and, of course, meet the teacher.
As a new academic year begins, students start school with new goals, opportunities, and challenges. After a few months of vacation, it may be difficult for children to get back into school mode. Here are some ways parents can help their kids transition from summer break into the school routine.
With school out for the summer, keep your kid’s creative juices flowing by encouraging their creativity with these fun art ideas:
Summer is a time for kids to play outside and make memories with their family. But with the extra freedom that summer brings, the potential dangers for kids increase. Here are a few safety tips to make certain kids are safe:
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