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
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 was a heartwarming scene at Flossmoor Hills ❤️❄️ On this frigid MLK Day of Service, students and volunteers shared warmth in the best way, by creating heartfelt cards for our service members. A simple act of gratitude turned a cold day into one filled with kindness, connection, and appreciation, honoring Dr. King’s legacy through service to others. 🇺🇸
A reminder that there is NO SCHOOL on Monday, January 19, in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Should you choose to make this DAY OFF a DAY On please consider joining us at Flossmoor Hills as we make greeting cards for those who have served our country.
All are welcome!
Project Description: Come make thank you cards and letters of encouragement for U.S. veterans. All materials (plus hot chocolate and doughnuts) will be provided.
Project Day/Time: Monday, Jan. 19, 9-10:30 a.m.
Project Location: Flossmoor Hills Elementary School, 3721 Beech St.
Sign Up Info: This is a drop-in program; no pre-registration is required!
All are welcome!
Project Description: Come make thank you cards and letters of encouragement for U.S. veterans. All materials (plus hot chocolate and doughnuts) will be provided.
Project Day/Time: Monday, Jan. 19, 9-10:30 a.m.
Project Location: Flossmoor Hills Elementary School, 3721 Beech St.
Sign Up Info: This is a drop-in program; no pre-registration is required!
Save the date and join us for the 2nd annual District 161 Steam Night!
Join us for MLK Day of Service as we gather together to make cards for Veterans who have served our country.
Monday, January 19, from 9:00-10:30 a.m.
No registration required.
See you then!
Monday, January 19, from 9:00-10:30 a.m.
No registration required.
See you then!
Looking for a simple and fun way to keep your child’s reading and math skills sharp over Winter Break, encourage independent learning, and earn a chance to win a gift card while still enjoying time off? Take our Winter Break Learning Challenge by clicking the link below!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1saOUpkx9nfQCCl-J9U3SSkQwB4M6M3p1/view
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1saOUpkx9nfQCCl-J9U3SSkQwB4M6M3p1/view
Congratulations to the Flossmoor Hills 2025 Spelling Bee participants! The Bee lasted 11 rounds and ended with two students, a fifth and third grader moving on to the district spelling bee. We are so proud of all our spellers! Thank you to Mrs. Thompson for working diligently to prepare our spellers.
We hope families make plans to swing by the Flossmoor Library on Saturday, December 6, at 10 a.m. for a lively musical performance for kids. You might even get lucky and walk away with a tasty treat. A great way to start the weekend together.
The Flossmoor Library is located at 1000 Sterling Avenue.
The Flossmoor Library is located at 1000 Sterling Avenue.
Don't forget! Friday is a School Improvement Day, and all SD161 students have an early dismissal.
Check out the latest information from Flossmoor Hills!
Click the link below!
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Click the link below!
https://app.smore.com/n/yqge3
The District is working with Studer Education to help strengthen our systems and support even better experiences and outcomes for our students, staff, and school community. Our survey is open from November 14 to 29, 2025, and we invite parents and guardians to complete one for each child enrolled in District 161. Please check your email for the survey link and take a few moments to share your feedback.
The District is working with Studer Education to help strengthen our systems and support even better experiences and outcomes for our students, staff, and school community. Our survey is open from November 14 to 29, 2025, and we invite parents and guardians to complete one for each child enrolled in District 161. Please check your email for the survey link and take a few moments to share your feedback.
The District is working with Studer Education to help strengthen our systems and support even better experiences and outcomes for our students, staff, and school community. Our survey is open from November 14 to 29, 2025, and we invite parents and guardians to complete one for each child enrolled in District 161. Please check your email for the survey link and take a few moments to share your feedback.
Yesterday, Flossmoor Hills Elementary celebrated Community Reader Day. We were thrilled to welcome representatives from the Village of Flossmoor, including Mayor Nelson and Assistant Fire Chief Berk. They read books to our students and took time to answer questions, giving children a chance to connect with the people in their neighborhood who help keep Flossmoor running every day. Their time, enthusiasm, and commitment made the day both memorable and meaningful for our students.
Herbicide Application Notification:
On Saturday and Sunday, November 22nd and 23rd, 2025, weather permitting, Flossmoor School District 161 will apply herbicide and fertilizer to the field areas at Flossmoor Hills and Parker Junior High School. The products to be used for this application are The Andersons Turf Products Fertilizer with Barricade Herbicide and Trimec 992 Broadleaf Herbicide. These products comprise a selective broadleaf herbicide and a lawn fertilizer to control weeds/dandelions in these areas and to fertilize the district lawns.
If you have any questions, please contact Scott Stachacz, Director of Buildings and Grounds, at (708) 647-7005.
On Saturday and Sunday, November 22nd and 23rd, 2025, weather permitting, Flossmoor School District 161 will apply herbicide and fertilizer to the field areas at Flossmoor Hills and Parker Junior High School. The products to be used for this application are The Andersons Turf Products Fertilizer with Barricade Herbicide and Trimec 992 Broadleaf Herbicide. These products comprise a selective broadleaf herbicide and a lawn fertilizer to control weeds/dandelions in these areas and to fertilize the district lawns.
If you have any questions, please contact Scott Stachacz, Director of Buildings and Grounds, at (708) 647-7005.
The District is working with Studer Education to help strengthen our systems and support even better experiences and outcomes for our students, staff, and school community. Our survey is open from November 14 to 29, 2025, and we invite parents and guardians to complete one for each child enrolled in District 161. Please check your email for the survey link and take a few moments to share your feedback.
