Together, We Create Greatness

At Heritage Elementary, the PTA is more than a group of volunteers—it’s a community of parents, teachers, and staff working side by side to make school life richer, brighter, and more connected. Since 2003, we’ve been proud to support the students and educators of HES through meaningful projects, joyful events, and everyday essentials.

 

We partner closely with Principal Amy Harmon and the incredible HES team to bring ideas to life—from cultural arts performances and the Hurricane Fun Run to our beloved Family Events and Staff Goody Days. Whether it’s organizing the Scholastic Book Fair or cheering on students in their HES Spirit Wear, we’re here to make school feel like home.

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🛠 What We’ve Accomplished

Over the years, the PTA has helped transform the HES campus and student experience through:

• Playground upgrades including new equipment and drinking fountains

• Outdoor performance stage allowing kids to use their imagination

• Shade structures to keep outdoor spaces cool and comfortable

• Water bottle refilling stations to promote hydration and sustainability

• Technology donations like Chromebooks prior to Covid

• Essential supplies including copy paper, books, and classroom materials

• Community support drives for hurricane relief and school supply needs

• Free student activities like the Fun Run, Fall Festival or Spring Festival

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💙 Why We’re Here

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We believe every child deserves a joyful, well-supported school experience. Every event we host, every resource we provide, and every moment we celebrate is rooted in that belief. And none of it would be possible without the dedication of our volunteers and the support of our families.

We’re proud to stand behind the Heritage Hurricanes—and we’re always looking for new ways to make a difference.

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💫 Our Mission

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Heritage Elementary PTA Mission
To build a strong, cooperative relationship between parents, teachers, and staff to fulfill the educational potential for every student.

NC PTA Mission
To make every child’s potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children.

National PTA Mission
To support and speak on behalf of children and youth in schools, communities, and before decision-making bodies. To help parents develop the skills they need to raise and protect their children. To encourage public involvement in our nation’s schools.

 

🎯 Our Goals

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• Strengthen communication between school and families through our website, The Heritage Herald, social media, and email updates

• Continue supplying books and instructional materials to classrooms, the Media Center, Specials, and student support programs

• Promote healthy lifestyles and sponsor activities that support personal growth and academic success

• Celebrate and support teachers and staff through appreciation events and essential resources

• Foster a welcoming, inclusive school community where every family feels empowered to participate

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💛 Join the Movement—Become a Member of the HES PTA!

 

When parents and teachers team up, amazing things happen. At Heritage Elementary, we believe that partnership fuels progress—and every membership helps us go further, together.

 

Joining the PTA isn’t about signing up for a dozen volunteer shifts (unless you want to!). It’s about standing behind the mission: to uplift our students, support our teachers, and build a school community where everyone thrives.

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🎟 Choose the Membership That Fits You

 

Whether you're joining solo or as a family, every membership makes a difference:

• $12 Parent/Guardian (single membership)

• $17 Family (two family members)

• $12 Community Member (everyone is welcome)

• $10 Faculty (we love our HES Staff)

A portion of your fee—$5.25 per person—goes directly to the NC and National PTAs to support advocacy and resources across the state and country. The rest stays right here at HES, funding Teacher and Specialist and Students to help cover those unexpected classroom costs that pop up throughout the year.​  We welcome new members anytime. Invite your friends, neighbors, grandparents—anyone who wants to be part of something meaningful.