
Calling All Eagles Back to the Nest!
As we prepare to soar into a new school year, we want all families to return to the nest (website!) and register your students today!
Please remember: All families must complete registration and/or prove residency before class assignments are issued in August. Once sections are full, students who register late may need to attend a different school in the district.
Don’t delay—help us keep your eagle in our nest!


📣 IMPORTANT REMINDER
All families must register and/or prove residency before class assignments are issued in August.
Once sections become full, late registrants may be placed at another school in the district.
✅ Register now to secure your child’s spot!
Begin your registration by visiting www.sd161.org


Flossmoor School District 161 Registration Open for 2025-26! 📣 Whether new to the district or returning, it's time to register your student for the upcoming school year! 🆕 New Students (Grades K–8) Step 1: Complete the New Student Contact Form. https://www.sd161.org/page/new-student-registration2 Step 2: Review the enrollment checklist (birth certificate, health records, etc.). Step 3: Submit registration forms and proof of residency via email to newstudent2526@sd161.org. Need Help? Contact the District Office at (708) 647-7000. 🔁 Returning Students Step 1: Log in to Skyward Family Access to complete registration. Step 2: Submit residency documents if requested by the school. Need Help? Contact your child’s school for assistance.


Join us today for the Flossmoor School District 161 End-of-Year Party! Enjoy music, games, and delicious food available for purchase. Rain or shine — we’ll see you at Parker Junior High from 5 to 7 p.m.!



Join us this THURSDAY for the Flossmoor School District 161 End-of-Year Party!
Enjoy music, games, and delicious food available for purchase.
Rain or shine — we’ll see you at Parker Junior High from 5 to 7 p.m.!



Reminder: There will be no school on Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day. As we honor and remember those who gave their lives in service to our country, we wish everyone a safe and meaningful holiday. We invite you to join members of the Parker Junior High band at the Veterans Memorial, located at 18161 Morris Avenue in Homewood, for a ceremony honoring our fallen heroes. The ceremony will begin at 10:15 a.m.


Join us for Multicultural Literacy Night!
All Flossmoor School District 161 families are invited to our final BPAC meeting of the year—a special celebration of multiculturalism in our bilingual program!
📅 Date: Thursday, May 22, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Parker Junior High Media Center
Enjoy children’s literature and cultural artifacts from around the world, light refreshments, and a chance to connect with other families. We can’t wait to see you there!



We’re strolling down a not-so-distant memory lane to relive the magic of this month’s incredible musical, the Grunch!
From the bright lights to the unforgettable performances, it was a night to remember. Stay tuned as we share some of our favorite highlights and behind-the-scenes moments!

Roan rolled up to school in style this morning courtesy of his new best buddies at the Flossmoor Fire Department. With sirens blaring (just a little) and smiles all around, Roan climbed out of the big red truck grinning from ear to ear. Talk about a legendary ride to school that he won’t forget anytime soon! Thank you to the Flossmoor Fire Department for offering this opportunity as part of the Flossmoor Hills PTO fundraiser.




This THURSDAY!
Calling all Flossmoor School District 161 students and families! Come meet members of the Flossmoor Police Department at Rainbow Cone in Flossmoor on Thursday, May 15, from 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Enjoy a sweet treat and great conversation with some of Flossmoor's finest! The first 50 people to attend and show a digital copy of the event flyer will receive a FREE Rainbow Cone Jr. (Sorry, no drive-through orders.)
We’ll see you there for community connection and classic Chicago flavor!


Don't miss this opportunity to share your opinion!
As part of our ongoing commitment to serving our families and community with excellence, we’re inviting you to take part in a brief survey in partnership with Studer Education. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and it helps us understand what’s working well in your child’s school and where we can improve. Please check your email for the survey link and more details. The survey window will close at the end of the day today.


A BIG round of applause for the incredible cast and crew of The Grunch!
The cast and crew absolutely nailed it! From the laughs to the lessons, they gave us an unforgettable show. 💚
The effort, the energy, and the heart they put into every scene was beyond impressive. Flossmoor Hills, we've got some serious talent on our hands!
We are so proud of every single one of you!






Happy Teacher Appreciation to the best staff around!! Thank you for your unwavering dedication to support our learners!




LIGHTS! CAMERA! ACTION!
Don't miss the amazing production of the Grunch performed this evening by Flossmoor Hill's very own star students.
See you tonight!


As part of our ongoing commitment to serving our families and community with excellence, we’re inviting you to take part in a brief survey in partnership with Studer Education. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and it helps us understand what’s working well in your child’s school and where we can improve. Please check your email for the survey link and more details. The survey window closes on Friday, May 9.


Tonight!
Flossmoor School District 161 is excited to present the annual Visual Arts Expo for the 2024-25 school year. The Visual Arts Expo is a cherished tradition in SD161 that highlights the incredible art from students in the gifted art program at all schools. Parents and community members are invited to view the various works at the district offices, 41 East Elmwood Drive, Chicago Heights, Illinois. The viewing begins on May 7, 2025, from 6:00-8:00 p.m., and artwork will remain on display on Thursday, May 8, and Friday, May 9, from 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.


Don’t miss the Flossmoor Hills musical The Grunch (TOMORROW!) May 8 at 6:30 p.m. at Parker Junior High! This delightful new children’s production is sure to have the audience on its feet for a standing ovation by the end of the night.


It is both Staff Appreciation Week and School Nurses Day, and we could not be more grateful for the incredible people who make our schools thrive.
To our teachers, aides, custodians, secretaries, food service workers, bus drivers, administrators, and every member of our school staff, thank you for the dedication, kindness, and care you show every single day.
And to our amazing school nurses, thank you for being a source of comfort, health, and calm. Your work truly touches every student, every family, and every staff member.
Today and every day, we appreciate you.


As part of our ongoing commitment to serving our families and community with excellence, we’re inviting you to take part in a brief survey in partnership with Studer Education. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and it helps us understand what’s working well in your child’s school and where we can improve.
Please check your email for the survey link and more details. The survey window closes on Friday, May 9.


Don’t miss the Flossmoor Hills musical The Grunch this Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Parker Junior High! This delightful new children’s production is sure to leave the audience on its feet for a standing ovation by the end of the night.
