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The March to May Million Pages Challenge is winding down and we are so close to making our goal of reading one million pages! As of May 21, District 161 students, family members, and community members have logged a total of 935,080 pages.
Don't forget to log your pages here: https://tinyurl.com/mryct2zn
Serena has been recognized by the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra as a "School for the Arts".The Orchestra hosted us for a presentation of "Once Upon A Symphony" at Trinity Christian College.We enjoyed the program and learned all about the instruments which make up the orchestra.
Flossmoor School District 161's annual Visual Arts Expo will be open for viewing on Thursday, May 11, and Friday May 12. Stop by the District Office between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to see the amazing art created by District 161 students.
Congratulations to Addie and Harper for being recognized at the Illinois Principals Association Student Recognition Breakfast today. They were nominated by their teachers for their hard work, positive attitudes, and the daily kindness they show to all.
Join Flossmoor School District 161 and UChicago Medicine Pediatric Services for a virtual parent university. This parent university will focus on identifying ADHD in children including initial diagnosis, support, and treatment options. The session will take place on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Register at: https://bit.ly/3GMhKtN
We had so much fun meeting our future Eagles, Hornets, Stars, and Wolves at kindergarten registration last night! If you were unable to attend, please visit www.sd161.org for information about kindergarten registration.
Kindergarten registration begins tonight from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. We can’t wait to meet our future Stars! Visit www.sd161.org for more information.
Calling all incoming kindergarteners! It's almost time to register for the 2023-24 school year. Kindergarten registration and residency verification will be held at our four elementary schools on Thursday, March 16, 2023, from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Visit www.sd161.org to learn more about kindergarten registration.
All Flossmoor School District 161 buildings will be closed on Friday, March 3, 2023, due to inclement weather and the anticipated bus transportation issues. Students will participate in their learning activities from home. Tomorrow is a scheduled School Improvement Day in the afternoon, so there is an early dismissal for students.
As a reminder, there is no school on Monday, March 6, 2023, in observance of Casimir Pulaski Day. If you have any questions regarding the schedule for the day, please contact your child’s teacher or building principal for assistance.
As a reminder to all families, Friday, March 3 is a School Improvement Day and there is an early dismissal for all students. The District is closed on Monday, March 6 in observance of Casimir Pulaski Day.
On Wednesday, March 1, 2023, Julie Lythcott-Haims will share her profound insight into parenting with Flossmoor School District 161. Julie Lythcott-Haims is the New York Times bestselling author of How to Raise an Adult and Real American. She holds a BA from Stanford, a JD from Harvard Law School, and an MFA from California College of the Arts. The event will occur at Parker Junior High from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM on Wednesday, March 1, 2023. Registration is required. Visit www.sd161.org or scan the QR code in the image to register.
“Everyone has the power for greatness, not for fame but greatness, because greatness is determined by service.” - Martin Luther King
#mlkdayofservice #serenaserves
The 5th graders at Serena Hills took some time yesterday giving to those in need as they helped assemble “Manna Packs” for Feed My Starving Children. During their session, the students helped pack 70 boxes, or 2,520 pouches, of food; enough to feed 41 children for an entire year! Amazing work done by our Serena Stars!
Enjoy Flossmoor's newest tradition, the Holiday Lights Parade! Starting at 4:30 p.m. tomorrow, Thursday, December 15, the Flossmoor Public Works, Police and Fire Departments will travel through the neighborhoods of Flossmoor with their vehicles adorned with holiday light displays. New this year, Downtown Flossmoor, starting just north of Flossmoor Public Library and through the Flossmoor Road viaduct, will be a dedicated quiet zone designed for attendees with sound sensitivities. There will also be two viewing stations, one at Flossmoor Park and the other at Heather Hill School for those who are not on the parade route or for groups looking to gather for a fun evening!
Countdown to Winter Break Begins!
It's Principal Appreciation Day, so please join us in celebrating our incredible leaders and everything they do to make our schools, our students and our staff better everyday. District 161 would not be the same without you!
We loved seeing our former Serena Stars dance for us. They are so talented!
Assistant Principal for the Day, Anthony, helped the September School Store reward students for working hard! Everyone loved their new desk pets! We had a PBIS school assembly to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and enjoyed former students dancing traditional Mexican dances .
VanGogh School Photographers will be at Serena Hills tomorrow (10/4) for Picture Re-take Day!
