Flossmoor School District 161 will host Kindergarten Registration for the 2026–2027 school year on Tuesday, March 3, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at each of the district’s elementary schools.
We can’t wait to welcome our newest learners and their families. More details and everything you need to know will be posted on the district website soon.
We can’t wait to welcome our newest learners and their families. More details and everything you need to know will be posted on the district website soon.
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Just a reminder that there is no school for students tomorrow, Friday, February 6, due to a Teacher Institute Day.
While our students enjoy a day at home, our teachers will be hard at work learning, collaborating, and sharpening their skills so they can continue to bring their very best to the classroom.
There is also no school on Monday, February 9, in observance of Lincoln's Birthday. We hope our families enjoy the long weekend and the extra time together.
We look forward to welcoming our students back on Tuesday, February 10, refreshed and ready to learn.
While our students enjoy a day at home, our teachers will be hard at work learning, collaborating, and sharpening their skills so they can continue to bring their very best to the classroom.
There is also no school on Monday, February 9, in observance of Lincoln's Birthday. We hope our families enjoy the long weekend and the extra time together.
We look forward to welcoming our students back on Tuesday, February 10, refreshed and ready to learn.
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We are less than two weeks away from the District 161 STEAM Night. We hope to see you on February 12 from 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at Parker Junior High.
Get ready for an evening where curiosity takes the lead and ideas come to life. STEAM Night will bring together science, technology, engineering, arts, and math through hands-on experiences designed to spark creativity, problem-solving, and wonder.
Whether you love experimenting, building, coding, creating, or asking big questions, this is a night you won’t want to miss. More details are coming soon, but for now, mark your calendar and get ready to explore, discover, and innovate together.
Get ready for an evening where curiosity takes the lead and ideas come to life. STEAM Night will bring together science, technology, engineering, arts, and math through hands-on experiences designed to spark creativity, problem-solving, and wonder.
Whether you love experimenting, building, coding, creating, or asking big questions, this is a night you won’t want to miss. More details are coming soon, but for now, mark your calendar and get ready to explore, discover, and innovate together.
Join us for the Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee Meeting on Wednesday, February 4th, at 6:30 pm.-7:30 pm. at Serena Hills Elementary School, located at 255 Pleasant Drive in Chicago Heights. This meeting will feature Dr. Valentina M Pacheco-Cornejo, Psy.D., an adolescent psychologist and nutritional expert who will share tips and strategies to support a healthy family lifestyle and mental health.
Join us for the Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee Meeting on Wednesday, February 4th, at 6:30 pm.-7:30 pm. at Serena Hills Elementary School, located at 255 Pleasant Drive in Chicago Heights. This meeting will feature Dr. Valentina M Pacheco-Cornejo, Psy.D., an adolescent psychologist and nutritional expert who will share tips and strategies to support a healthy family lifestyle and mental health.
FREE!
Looking for a fun way to support your child’s early math learning?
Join our Math Magic Family program at Homewood Science Center!
Families complete short, hands-on math activities together during STEM Saturdays—and every visit earns a raffle entry for a Lakeshore Learning math kit!
Saturdays | 10–11 AM
👶 Ages 3–8 with parent or caregiver
📍 Homewood Science Center
Free. Fun. Meaningful learning.
#MathMagicFamily #EarlyMathMatters #STEMForAll
Looking for a fun way to support your child’s early math learning?
Join our Math Magic Family program at Homewood Science Center!
Families complete short, hands-on math activities together during STEM Saturdays—and every visit earns a raffle entry for a Lakeshore Learning math kit!
Saturdays | 10–11 AM
👶 Ages 3–8 with parent or caregiver
📍 Homewood Science Center
Free. Fun. Meaningful learning.
#MathMagicFamily #EarlyMathMatters #STEMForAll
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Because of the dangerously low temperatures for tomorrow, District 161 will have E-learning and
no in-person school on Monday, January 26, 2026. In addition, all extracurricular activities are
cancelled. Please refer to the document below for specific E-learning information and if you have any
questions, please contact your building principal or me at your earliest convenience. The District
161 school and district offices will be open tomorrow in case you have any issues. We are
planning to resume in-person learning on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
English: https://drive.google.com/file/d/11E81jXPWavakgfTJmavz0ydhX-Egwadm/view
Spanish:https://drive.google.com/file/d/12tFfJkMn39maQT1wWrGQ7SlZAC8G4Sr1/view
no in-person school on Monday, January 26, 2026. In addition, all extracurricular activities are
cancelled. Please refer to the document below for specific E-learning information and if you have any
questions, please contact your building principal or me at your earliest convenience. The District
161 school and district offices will be open tomorrow in case you have any issues. We are
planning to resume in-person learning on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
English: https://drive.google.com/file/d/11E81jXPWavakgfTJmavz0ydhX-Egwadm/view
Spanish:https://drive.google.com/file/d/12tFfJkMn39maQT1wWrGQ7SlZAC8G4Sr1/view
Due to the anticipated cold temperatures and dangerous wind chills, District 161 will transition to E-learning tomorrow, Friday, January 23.
Specific E-learning information can be found in English at https://shorturl.fm/CpPdU and in Spanish at the following link. https://shorturl.fm/wYrZC
School and District offices will be open tomorrow. If you have any questions, please contact your child's teacher or building principal. Flossmoor School District 161 is planning to resume in-person learning on Monday, Ja...
Specific E-learning information can be found in English at https://shorturl.fm/CpPdU and in Spanish at the following link. https://shorturl.fm/wYrZC
School and District offices will be open tomorrow. If you have any questions, please contact your child's teacher or building principal. Flossmoor School District 161 is planning to resume in-person learning on Monday, Ja...
Due to the anticipated cold temperatures and dangerous wind chills, District 161 will transition to E-learning tomorrow, Friday, January 23.
Specific E-learning information can be found in English at https://shorturl.fm/CpPdU and in Spanish at the following link. https://shorturl.fm/wYrZC
School and District offices will be open tomorrow. If you have any questions, please contact your child's teacher or building principal. Flossmoor School District 161 is planning to resume in-person learning on Monday, January 26, 2026.
It's safe to say that the cast of the musical had fun on and off the stage!
Lights! Camera! Action!
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Heather Hill School students truly took to the skies with their incredible musical, Wright: The Celebration of Flight! This dynamic, Hamilton-esque production blended history, rhythm, and storytelling in a way that felt fresh, bold, and unforgettable.
The show was directed by Mx. Gorecki Bozek, Ms. Kramer, and Mrs. Radeke, with choreography by Mr. Jacobsen and Mx. Gorecki Bozek. Their creative vision and leadership were on full display as students delivered powerful performances filled with energy, confidence, and heart.
Mx. Gorecki Bozek expressed deep gratitude to the administration and Board of Education for their continued support of the arts and immense pride in the cast, along with appreciation for the incredible support from staff and parents throughout the process.
This was a performance worth celebrating, and there is more to come. Be on the lookout for additional photos from the show that will be shared throughout the week.
The show was directed by Mx. Gorecki Bozek, Ms. Kramer, and Mrs. Radeke, with choreography by Mr. Jacobsen and Mx. Gorecki Bozek. Their creative vision and leadership were on full display as students delivered powerful performances filled with energy, confidence, and heart.
Mx. Gorecki Bozek expressed deep gratitude to the administration and Board of Education for their continued support of the arts and immense pride in the cast, along with appreciation for the incredible support from staff and parents throughout the process.
This was a performance worth celebrating, and there is more to come. Be on the lookout for additional photos from the show that will be shared throughout the week.
The hive was buzzing at Heather Hill Elementary 🐝💛 In honor of the MLK Day of Service, volunteers worked side by side with members of You Matter 2 to turn Dr. King’s message into action. Together, they packed lunches for PADS and created cozy blankets for Project Kennedy, showing that service is a powerful way to uplift our community. A beautiful reminder that everyone can serve and kindness truly makes a difference.
We are 10 min from showtime for the Heather Hill musical, WRIGHT! Celebrate the Beginning of Flight directed by Mx. Gorecki Bozek, Ms. Ashley Kramer, and Mrs. Radeke.
We can already tell this is going to be a great show!
There is NO SCHOOL on Monday, January 19, in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Should you decide to make this DAY OFF a DAY on, please visit Flossmoor.org for a complete list of available service projects. We especially encourage you to consider the projects happening at Serena Hills School & Flossmoor Hills School. Heather Hill School is proud to partner with You Matter 2 for the Day of Service project, but the registration for this project is full.
Families are invited to check out all of the fun happening at the Flossmoor Public Library. From engaging programs and special events to storytimes, activities, and resources for all ages, there is always something new to explore.
Be sure to visit the library and see what’s coming up. It’s a wonderful place to learn, connect, and spend time together as a family. https://www.flossmoorlibrary.org/
Be sure to visit the library and see what’s coming up. It’s a wonderful place to learn, connect, and spend time together as a family. https://www.flossmoorlibrary.org/
Save the Date!
Family Literacy Night is coming to Heather Hill School on January 22, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. Join us for an evening that celebrates reading, learning, and family fun.
We’re also hosting a Book Swap that night! Students may bring gently used books to school now through January 20. For each book donated, students will receive a ticket to participate in the swap during the Literacy Carnival. Limit of 5 books per student.
Mark your calendars and start gathering those books. We look forward to seeing you there!
Family Literacy Night is coming to Heather Hill School on January 22, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. Join us for an evening that celebrates reading, learning, and family fun.
We’re also hosting a Book Swap that night! Students may bring gently used books to school now through January 20. For each book donated, students will receive a ticket to participate in the swap during the Literacy Carnival. Limit of 5 books per student.
Mark your calendars and start gathering those books. We look forward to seeing you there!
