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about 2 hours ago, Flossmoor School District 161
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Be sure to read this week’s Heather Hill newsletter for the latest school updates and highlights! This week, students combined community spirit and creativity by collecting cereal for the Greater Chicago Food Depository and turning the boxes into a giant hallway domino display. It was a fun and meaningful way to help others while having a blast together!
https://app.smore.com/n/qgk80-what-s-happening-at-the-hive
2 days ago, Flossmoor School District 161
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Thank you to all who helped make our Veterans Day celebration such a wonderful experience. It was a heartfelt morning filled with gratitude, connection, appreciation for those who have given so much in service to our nation. We thank all of the Veterans for their courage and commitment.
3 days ago, Flossmoor School District 161
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TOMORROW!
Flossmoor School District 161 invites parents and guardians to a special parent forum, “Keeping Our Kids Cyber Safe,” on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 6 p.m. at Parker Junior High School.

Join guest presenter Detective Rich Wistocki (Ret.) from the Be Sure Consulting Cyber Safe Schools Team for an informative session on protecting children online, understanding gaming and social media platforms, and promoting digital safety.

Let us know you plan to attend by registering using the link below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJiGcpHNS_FOQb8B0k09wNDnU4V-s31Nbtfa7MScdFjEtmFQ/viewform
4 days ago, Flossmoor School District 161
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Today we pause to honor all who have served our country. Your courage and sacrifice inspire us every day. A special thank you to our staff members who have served, as well as the parents, guardians, and family members of our SD161 community who are veterans.

Tomorrow our schools will recognize and celebrate our veterans in a variety of meaningful ways. Stay tuned for photos and highlights from across the district.
4 days ago, Flossmoor School District 161
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On Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, November 8th, 9th, and 10th, 2025, weather permitting, Flossmoor School District 161 will apply an herbicide and a fertilizer to the field areas at Normandy Villa, Serena Hills, Flossmoor Hills, Heather Hill, Western Avenue, and Parker Junior High. 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 all district lawns.

If you have any questions, please contact Scott Stachacz, Director of Buildings and Grounds, at (708) 647-7005.
8 days ago, Flossmoor School District 161
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Heather Hill Elementary School is honoring Veterans Day in a special way this year, with a Cereal Drive to benefit the Greater Food Depository of Chicago, which supports two Veteran Food Pantries in Chicago.
Happening now through Tuesday, November 11.

Families are invited to donate boxes of cereal throughout the drive. On Veterans Day, the donated boxes will be set up like dominoes in the hallway, and one lucky student will be chosen to start the chain reaction that knocks them down!

Let’s come together to support veterans and fight hunger, one box of cereal at a time.
9 days ago, Flossmoor School District 161
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We invite all Veterans to join us at Heather Hill for a morning of recognition, celebration, and student performances.
9 days ago, Flossmoor School District 161
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A friendly reminder!
9 days ago, Flossmoor School District 161
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Flossmoor School District 161 invites parents and guardians to a special parent forum, “Keeping Our Kids Cyber Safe,” on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 6 p.m. at Parker Junior High School.

Join guest presenter Detective Rich Wistocki (Ret.) from the Be Sure Consulting Cyber Safe Schools Team for an informative session on protecting children online, understanding gaming and social media platforms, and promoting digital safety.

Let us know you plan to attend by registering using the link below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJiGcpHNS_FOQb8B0k09wNDnU4V-s31Nbtfa7MScdFjEtmFQ/viewform
10 days ago, Flossmoor School District 161
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Catch up on all of the important Heather Hill News!
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11 days ago, Flossmoor School District 161
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The Heather Hill Hornets are loving all of the Halloween festivities!
14 days ago, Flossmoor School District 161
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Smash those pumpkins sustainably!
Join the Southland Green Committee on Saturday, November 1, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Coyote Run Golf Course parking lot for Flossmoor’s annual Pumpkin Smash event. Instead of tossing your jack-o’-lanterns, give them a second life by turning them into compost that helps our environment.
Let’s break down pumpkins, not the planet—see you Saturday!
15 days ago, Flossmoor School District 161
Pumpkin Smash

Save the Date!

Flossmoor School District 161 invites parents and guardians to a special parent forum, “Keeping Our Kids Cyber Safe,” on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 6 p.m. at Parker Junior High School.

Join guest presenter Detective Rich Wistocki (Ret.) from the Be Sure Consulting Cyber Safe Schools Team for an informative session on protecting children online, understanding gaming and social media platforms, and promoting digital safety.

Let us know you plan to attend by registering using the link below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJiGcpHNS_FOQb8B0k09wNDnU4V-s31Nbtfa7MScdFjEtmFQ/viewform

16 days ago, Flossmoor School District 161
SAve the Date for cyber bully presentation
Don't miss the latest news and information from Heather Hill!
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18 days ago, Flossmoor School District 161
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It’s Principal’s Week, and we sat down with Ms. Humm from Heather Hill to ask her a few fun questions!

Q: Which school event do you look forward to each year?
A: “Family Reading Night! We love welcoming families into Heather Hill and engaging everyone in activities centered around reading as a community. The book swap, the cozy reading room with a ‘fireplace’ for quiet family snuggles, and the activities that celebrate reading at any age make it such a special night.”

Q: If you weren’t a principal, what would you be?
A: “I would love to teach! There’s nothing more rewarding than being part of a child’s learning journey and helping them grow every day.”

Q: What’s your favorite flavor of ice cream?
A: “Cherry chocolate chunk—sweet and always delicious!” 🍒🍫

Thank you, Ms. Humm, for your energy, positivity, and dedication to our students every single day!

22 days ago, Flossmoor School District 161
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Save the Date!

Flossmoor School District 161 invites parents and guardians to a special parent forum, “Keeping Our Kids Cyber Safe,” on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 6 p.m. at Parker Junior High School.

Join guest presenter Detective Rich Wistocki (Ret.) from the Be Sure Consulting Cyber Safe Schools Team for an informative session on protecting children online, understanding gaming and social media platforms, and promoting digital safety.
Additional details coming soon!
23 days ago, Flossmoor School District 161
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Finding fun from every angle! Be sure to check out this week's newsletter by clicking the link below!

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25 days ago, Flossmoor School District 161
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Thank you to the Village of Flossmoor Fire Department for visiting and spending time with our students today. We appreciate the time you took to teach our children about fire safety and prevention. Students learned valuable lessons about how to stay safe, including what to do in an emergency and how to help prevent fires before they start. The students especially loved getting an up-close look at the fire truck and gear. We are grateful for your continued partnership and dedication to keeping our community safe.
28 days ago, Flossmoor School District 161
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Hello Hornet Families! The Community Bee Well Committee is organizing a Veterans Day Assembly in November. We would like your help to create a slide show and invite Veterans connected to HH that would like to attend. Please complete the HH Veterans Day 2025 Google Form and upload a picture by Tuesday, 11/4/25 for the slide show. The Form also contains information about inviting an HH Veteran family member to the assembly. Thank you for your support!
about 1 month ago, Flossmoor School District 161
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