We had a blast at the Flossmoor School District 161 Trunk or Treat last week. We wanted to give an extra special thanks to the amazing Flossmoor Fire Department for their SPOOKTACULAR set up!
Firefighter/Paramedic Kelly and Firefighter/Paramedic Mick know how to bring the SCARE!
Check out this week's newsletter by clicking the link below.
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Parker Junior High's latest production, Myth-Understood, directed by Ms. Emily Nicotra, was full of talent, hilarity, and endless entertainment!
We’re still sorting through photos from this fantastic performance, but we couldn’t wait to share a few highlights!
Congratulations to our talented students and everyone who helped bring this wonderful production to life!
We’re still sorting through photos from this fantastic performance, but we couldn’t wait to share a few highlights!
Congratulations to our talented students and everyone who helped bring this wonderful production to life!
🎃 TOMORROW! District-Wide Trunk or Treat! 🍬
The countdown is almost over! Tomorrow, our Flossmoor School District 161 families are invited to join us for an afternoon of costumes, candy, and community fun!
👻 Thursday, October 29
🕟 4:30–6 p.m.
📍 Parker Junior High parking lot
Come dressed in your favorite costume, bring your family, and get ready for some Halloween fun with our Falcons, Eagles, Hornets, Wolves, and Stars!
🍬 Please bring one nonperishable food item to donate.
We can’t wait to see you tomorrow! 🎃
ALL IN for community. ALL IN for fun!
The countdown is almost over! Tomorrow, our Flossmoor School District 161 families are invited to join us for an afternoon of costumes, candy, and community fun!
👻 Thursday, October 29
🕟 4:30–6 p.m.
📍 Parker Junior High parking lot
Come dressed in your favorite costume, bring your family, and get ready for some Halloween fun with our Falcons, Eagles, Hornets, Wolves, and Stars!
🍬 Please bring one nonperishable food item to donate.
We can’t wait to see you tomorrow! 🎃
ALL IN for community. ALL IN for fun!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DR. SANDERS!
Today we're celebrating our superintendent, Dr. Terrance Sanders, with a special birthday challenge, and we need YOUR help!
Introducing the ALL IN for Kindness Birthday Challenge!
Throughout the week of October 26–30, we're challenging our students, staff, families, and community members to celebrate Dr. Sanders by performing a random act of kindness!
Whether it's a helping hand, a thoughtful note, or a simple smile, every act of kindness makes a difference!
We want to hear from YOU! Did you spread a little kindness or experience someone's thoughtful gesture? Share your stories and photos in the comments, send us a DM, or email swright@sd161.org.
We'll wrap up the week by sharing the kindness this birthday celebration inspired throughout our school community!
Let's show Dr. Sanders what happens when District 161 goes ALL IN for kindness!
Happy Birthday, Dr. Sanders!
Today we're celebrating our superintendent, Dr. Terrance Sanders, with a special birthday challenge, and we need YOUR help!
Introducing the ALL IN for Kindness Birthday Challenge!
Throughout the week of October 26–30, we're challenging our students, staff, families, and community members to celebrate Dr. Sanders by performing a random act of kindness!
Whether it's a helping hand, a thoughtful note, or a simple smile, every act of kindness makes a difference!
We want to hear from YOU! Did you spread a little kindness or experience someone's thoughtful gesture? Share your stories and photos in the comments, send us a DM, or email swright@sd161.org.
We'll wrap up the week by sharing the kindness this birthday celebration inspired throughout our school community!
Let's show Dr. Sanders what happens when District 161 goes ALL IN for kindness!
Happy Birthday, Dr. Sanders!
We look forward to seeing you tomorrow, Falcons! To make sure you are ready for the week, take a look at the latest newsletter. You'll find information about the girls' basketball PINK OUT game happening tomorrow and much, much more.
See you in the morning!
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See you in the morning!
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Get ready for an afternoon of costumes, candy, and community fun! Join us Thursday, October 29, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the Parker Junior High parking lot for our district-wide Trunk or Treat!
Students and families from across Flossmoor School District 161 are invited to join the fun. Come dressed in your favorite costume and enjoy a chance to connect with friends, meet other families, and celebrate Halloween together.
🍬 Admission: Bring one nonperishable food item to donate, and all students must be accompanied by an adult.
📅 Thursday, October 29
⏰ 4:30–6 p.m.
📍 Parker Junior High parking lot
We can’t wait to see our Falcons, Eagles, Hornets, Wolves, and Stars there!
ALL IN for a little Halloween fun! 🎃
Students and families from across Flossmoor School District 161 are invited to join the fun. Come dressed in your favorite costume and enjoy a chance to connect with friends, meet other families, and celebrate Halloween together.
🍬 Admission: Bring one nonperishable food item to donate, and all students must be accompanied by an adult.
📅 Thursday, October 29
⏰ 4:30–6 p.m.
📍 Parker Junior High parking lot
We can’t wait to see our Falcons, Eagles, Hornets, Wolves, and Stars there!
ALL IN for a little Halloween fun! 🎃
Keeping our kids safe online starts with knowing what to look for!
Flossmoor School District 161 invites parents and caregivers to join us for our next Parent University on Wednesday, November 4, at Heather Hill Elementary School.
We are excited to welcome Detective Rich Wistocki, who will share valuable information about the online dangers facing children today and practical strategies families can use to help keep their children safe in an increasingly digital world.
The evening will begin with a Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee (BPAC) meeting, followed by Detective Wistocki's presentation.
Evening Schedule:
5:30–6:30 p.m. | BPAC Meeting
6:30–8:00 p.m. | Keeping Your Kids Cyber Safe with Detective Rich Wistocki
Location: Heather Hill Elementary School, 1439 Lawrence Crescent, Flossmoor
Dinner will be provided!
RSVP is required. Please use the link below to reserve your spot.
https://forms.gle/ouB83HyUQb4AM8Us6
We hope you'll join us for this important conversation as we work together to keep our children safe online.
ALL IN. EVERY DAY.
Flossmoor School District 161 invites parents and caregivers to join us for our next Parent University on Wednesday, November 4, at Heather Hill Elementary School.
We are excited to welcome Detective Rich Wistocki, who will share valuable information about the online dangers facing children today and practical strategies families can use to help keep their children safe in an increasingly digital world.
The evening will begin with a Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee (BPAC) meeting, followed by Detective Wistocki's presentation.
Evening Schedule:
5:30–6:30 p.m. | BPAC Meeting
6:30–8:00 p.m. | Keeping Your Kids Cyber Safe with Detective Rich Wistocki
Location: Heather Hill Elementary School, 1439 Lawrence Crescent, Flossmoor
Dinner will be provided!
RSVP is required. Please use the link below to reserve your spot.
https://forms.gle/ouB83HyUQb4AM8Us6
We hope you'll join us for this important conversation as we work together to keep our children safe online.
ALL IN. EVERY DAY.
🎭 Opening night is TOMORROW! Don’t miss the hilarious production of Myth-Understood at Parker Junior High.
Our talented students have been working hard to bring this production to life, and we can’t wait for you to see their hard work on stage!
Join us Friday, October 23 at 7 p.m. or Saturday, October 24 at 3 p.m. for a show directed by Ms. Emily Nicotra.
Come cheer on our Parker performers and celebrate all the time, talent, and teamwork they’ve poured into this production. We can’t wait to see you there!
Congratulations to our 7th and 8th grade Parker Junior girls basketball team who both won today against Brookwood.
You make us proud!
October is Principal Appreciation Month, and we’re taking a moment to celebrate the amazing work our principals do all year long.
Being a principal means wearing a lot of hats, showing up for students and staff, supporting families, solving problems and finding ways to make each school a place where kids feel supported and ready to learn. So much of what they do happens behind the scenes, but the difference they make is felt every day.
At our last Board of Education meeting, school board members took turns reading a proclamation in recognition of Principal Appreciation Month. It was a meaningful way to recognize the people who give so much to our school communities.
To our principals, thank you for all you do for our students, staff and families. We appreciate you more than you know! Drop a note of thanks in the comments below!
ALL IN. EVERY DAY. ❤️
Good morning, Falcons!
Please take a moment to read through this week's newsletter.
This is also a great practice to get into with your student. Have them read through the newsletter and mark down important dates to remember on a family calendar. Be sure they mark down the date for the upcoming district-wide Trunk or Treat. This new tradition is one you don't want to miss.
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Please take a moment to read through this week's newsletter.
This is also a great practice to get into with your student. Have them read through the newsletter and mark down important dates to remember on a family calendar. Be sure they mark down the date for the upcoming district-wide Trunk or Treat. This new tradition is one you don't want to miss.
https://app.smore.com/n/2byae
Motivation Monday!
When you work hard and don't give up on your dreams, anything is possible!
Congratulations once again to our ILMEA festival participants (L to R)
Liesl McGathey, Mason Thompson, and Olivia Crawford-Jones.
CONGRATULATIONS!
Parker Junior High School students have been selected for the Illinois Music Education Association (ILMEA) District 1 Regional Band, Orchestra and Choir Festival!
Selected through a rigorous audition process that required students to submit audition videos, these musicians earned a place among students from more than 70 junior high schools in the region. What an honor!
OUR ILMEA HONOREES
Mason Thompson
8th Grade | Trumpet
PJH Band
Liesl McGathey
7th Grade | Violin
PJH Orchestra
Olivia Crawford-Jones
7th Grade | Soprano
PJH Chorus
These talented students will represent Parker Junior High at the ILMEA District 1 Band, Orchestra and Chorus Festival on Saturday, November 21, at Unity Junior High School in Cicero.
A special thank-you to our band, orchestra, and chorus directors for their guidance, encouragement, and dedication to our student musicians!
Way to go, Falcons!
October is Principal Appreciation Month, and we’re celebrating the outstanding school leaders who make Flossmoor School District 161 a special place to learn, grow and belong!
At Parker Junior High, Principal Ursula Parris does more than lead. She builds relationships, supports teachers and staff, celebrates student achievements and helps create a school community where Falcons can thrive.
Here’s what Assistant Principal Dandurand had to say about Ms. Parris:
“Principal Parris leads with intention and grace. She is dedicated to student success and understands what it takes to support teachers to make growth happen. It's a pleasure to lead beside her!”
Please join us in celebrating Principal Parris and thanking her for all she does for the Parker Junior High community!
ALL IN. EVERY DAY.
At Parker Junior High, Principal Ursula Parris does more than lead. She builds relationships, supports teachers and staff, celebrates student achievements and helps create a school community where Falcons can thrive.
Here’s what Assistant Principal Dandurand had to say about Ms. Parris:
“Principal Parris leads with intention and grace. She is dedicated to student success and understands what it takes to support teachers to make growth happen. It's a pleasure to lead beside her!”
Please join us in celebrating Principal Parris and thanking her for all she does for the Parker Junior High community!
ALL IN. EVERY DAY.
How can we help keep our children safe online?
Watch Detective Rich Wistocki (Ret.), guest presenter with the Be Sure Consulting Cyber Safe Schools Team, share important information about protecting children online, understanding gaming and social media platforms, and promoting digital safety.
An informative watch for parents and caregivers as we work together to keep our students safe, both online and offline.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vK2wUHdM1ks
Watch Detective Rich Wistocki (Ret.), guest presenter with the Be Sure Consulting Cyber Safe Schools Team, share important information about protecting children online, understanding gaming and social media platforms, and promoting digital safety.
An informative watch for parents and caregivers as we work together to keep our students safe, both online and offline.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vK2wUHdM1ks
Good luck to the girls' basketball team as they face off against James Hart. The game will be played at Homewood-Flossmoor High School at 3:30 p.m. for 7th graders and 4:30 p.m. for 8th graders.
Go Falcons!
Go Falcons!
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and we’re ALL IN for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion.
One way to take action? Take the pledge through PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center and commit to helping create a world where everyone feels safe, respected and included.
Whether it’s standing up for someone, including a classmate or speaking out when something isn’t right, small actions can make a difference.
Take the pledge: https://www.pacer.org/bullying/nbpm/
Let’s be ALL IN for a school community where everyone belongs.
One way to take action? Take the pledge through PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center and commit to helping create a world where everyone feels safe, respected and included.
Whether it’s standing up for someone, including a classmate or speaking out when something isn’t right, small actions can make a difference.
Take the pledge: https://www.pacer.org/bullying/nbpm/
Let’s be ALL IN for a school community where everyone belongs.
Check out the latest news from Parker Junior High!
See you tomorrow, Falcons!
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See you tomorrow, Falcons!
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Parker Junior High’s Cross Country team had a great sectional meet! More than the miles they ran, this season was about learning, growing, building confidence and coming together as a team!
Through hard work, encouragement and a commitment to one another, our Falcons continued to grow both as runners and as teammates. We’re proud of the effort they put in, the progress they made this season.
A big thank-you to coaches Jordan Bratlien, Nakia Parchman, Bailey Golliday, and Katy Garland for their time, encouragement, and dedication to our student-athletes.
Congratulations runners!
Through hard work, encouragement and a commitment to one another, our Falcons continued to grow both as runners and as teammates. We’re proud of the effort they put in, the progress they made this season.
A big thank-you to coaches Jordan Bratlien, Nakia Parchman, Bailey Golliday, and Katy Garland for their time, encouragement, and dedication to our student-athletes.
Congratulations runners!
Reminder: There is no school on Monday, October 12, and the District Offices are closed. Happy Friday, Flossmoor School District 161.
