Click here for a peek of the week of January 18th! READ MORE >
Join Flossmoor School District 161 with this year's Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service with two, at-home projects. Virtual Food Drive Every monetary donation to our virtual food drive provides nourishing food for our neighbors at risk of hunger. Every one dollar donated can help provide three meals. Donate directly to www.myfooddrive.org Love for our... READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of January 11th! READ MORE >
Estimados estudiantes y familias del Distrito 161, ¡Espero que todos ustedes hayan tenido unas agradables vacaciones de invierno con susfamilias y que el Año Nuevo haya comenzado positivamente! Esta carta contieneinformación importante sobre nuestros planes para que los estudiantes regresen alaprendizaje en persona una vez que las tasas locales de infección y... READ MORE >
Dear District 161 students and families, I hope all of you had an enjoyable Winter Break with your families and that your newyear has started positively! This letter contains important information about our plansto return students to in-person learning once the local COVID-19 infection and positivityrates decrease. In planning for this return, we focused on three... READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of January 4th! READ MORE >
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Dear SH Parents, This is just a friendly reminder that we are having a student gift pick up day tomorrow, Tuesday 12/15 and Wednesday 12/16. All students K-5 have a special gift bag available for pick-up. Parents may pick up anytime during the hours stated on the flyer. We understand that students are in class during these hours and therefore they do not need to... READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of December 14th! READ MORE >
K-5th Grade Students:Come to Serena on the dates mentioned to pick up your special present! READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of December 7th! READ MORE >
Click here to view teacher conference links! READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of November 23rd! READ MORE >
Join us for our Virtual Family Reading Night on Thursday, November 19, 2020 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. Featured authors include Jan Spivey Gilchrist and Joelle Charbonneau who will discuss their experiences as authors then answer questions from the audience. Finally our event will close with a community card-making craft and community Scattergories... READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of November 16th! READ MORE >
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Click here for important picture day information and order form!Haga clique aqui para importante informacion sobre el dia de la foto y forma para ordenar! READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of October 12th! READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of October 5th! READ MORE >
Congratulations!!! READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of September 28th! READ MORE >
Material Pick Up DayK-5th GradeFriday, October 2nd8:30 - 3:00 p.m.Serena Hills Main Entrance - Door A READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of September 21st! READ MORE >
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Click here to view Open House via Zoom invites by class! READ MORE >
All students entering kindergarten and sixth grade must submit a new physical exam with up to date immunizations. All transfer students must submit a physical exam on the required IL. Certificate of Health Examination form with up to date immunizations. Due date: October 1, 2020 All physical examinationsOctober 1, 2020 Eye exam (kindergarten and out-of... READ MORE >
Serena Hills School Welcome Back to School Click here to view Miss Reich's Parent Letter READ MORE >
Click here to view the SH Remote Learning Schedule! READ MORE >
FLOSSMOOR SCHOOL DISTRICT 161 With school starting on Monday, August 24th we wanted to provide you with easy access to the resources you may need to navigate the Canvas Learning Management System. You will find video tutorials, student login information, and a number of other important resources to get the school year started on the right foot! Visit our Canvas... READ MORE >
Stop by door A tomorrow 8/20 to pick up your childs device and/or learning materials.School starts Monday, August 24th READ MORE >
Location: Serena Hills School - Door A (main entrance) Tuesday, August 18th: By appointment only Wednesday, August 19th: By appointment only Thursday, August 20th: 8:30 - 11:30a.m. & 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. *In order to make an appointment for Tuesday or Wednesday device and/or material pick-up call the school office at (708) 647-7300. READ MORE >
Click here to download and print the Student Daily COVID-19 Screening/Certification Form. A parent must complete this form for their student(s) daily and send it with them to school. There is a folder with blank forms available for pick-up on DOOR A for your convenience as well. READ MORE >
Let’s welcome our students back to school with chalk messages! Sunday, August 16th from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. We invite all families to come to Serena Hills and write a message on either of the playgrounds for their student to read on the first day of school. READ MORE >
Dear Parents/Guardians, Welcome back to school! I hope everyone had a safe and healthy summer. I’m sure that this is the most unusual start of school we have ever seen. Our number one priority is keeping your children safe every moment they are in our care starting with the school bus. Our buses will have a significantly lower number of students on each route... READ MORE >
The 2020-2021 school year is upon us and District 161 leaders understand there are still many questions. We hope this six-step guide helps in getting started with our remote learning plan. Additionally, please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any additional questions. READ MORE >
With school starting on Monday, we wanted to provide you with easy access to the resources you may need to navigate the Canvas Learning Management System. You will find video tutorials, student login information, and a number of other important resources to get the school year started on the right foot! Visit our Canvas Learning Management System page today! READ MORE >
Device Pick-up for Remote Learners Serena Hills - Front Entrance Door A Thursday, August 13th 12:30pm - 3:15pmFriday, August 14th 8am - 11:30amAll remote students who do not have a Chromebook will pick up their Chromebooks. If the current Chromebook is not functioning properly, please contact Deb Doyle by email ddoyle@sd161.orgAt this time, parents may drop off... READ MORE >
Click here to view 2020/2021 Back to School Letter with important information! READ MORE >
Hello District 161 Families, As promised, here is the survey that we are asking our families to complete regarding your plans for returning to school in August. Please fill out the survey no later than noon on Thursday, July 9th. That afternoon, we will analyze the data and build it into the information that the Board of Education will discuss on Monday, July... READ MORE >
Hola familias del Distrito 161, Como se prometió, aquí está la encuesta con respecto a sus planes para regresar a la escuela en agosto. Estamos pidiendo a nuestras familias que por favor l completen la encuesta antes del mediodía del jueves 9 de julio. Esa tarde, analizaremos los datos y los incorporaremos a la información que la Mesa Directiva Educacional... READ MORE >
Please join us for our Virtual Parent Meeting and summer academy packet pickup on Friday, June 5, 2020. The Virtual Parent Meeting for grades K-3 will take place at 5 p.m. followed by the Viritual Parent Meeting for grades 4-7 at 6 p.m. More information regarding both meetings will be shared soon! READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of June 1st! READ MORE >
Click here to view the 4th/5th Grade Gifted Art Virtual Exhibition! READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of May 18th! READ MORE >
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On Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, May 1st, 2nd, and 3rd 2020, weather permitting, Flossmoor School District 161 will be applying an herbicide to the district’s fields/grass areas at Normandy Villa, Serena Hills, Western Avenue, Heather Hill, Flossmoor Hills, and Parker Junior High School. The product that will be used for this application is Triplet SF. This product... READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of April 20th! READ MORE >
Click here to go to our SH Padlet link and start sharing your pictures with us! READ MORE >
Resources for parents during remote learning Scholastic Parents is offering free daily lessons and activities to keep children reading during remote learning. These education companies are offering free subscriptions and other resources during remote learning. The Math Learning Center provides additional support for elementary students using Bridges Math at home. READ MORE >
31 de marzo de 2020 Estimadas familias del Distrito 161: Estamos en la segunda semana de distanciamiento social, aprendizaje a distancia, aprendizaje remoto y una gran cantidad de nuevas experiencias. Cada día que pasa, estamos generando nuevas ideas y estrategias para mantener el aprendizaje al día en nuestro distrito. Por favor, lea a continuación... READ MORE >
March 31, 2020 Dear District 161 Families, We are into our second week of social distancing, e-learning, remote learning, and a whole host of new experiences. Every day that goes by, we are generating new ideas and strategies to keep the business of learning moving forward in our district. To that end, please see below for some important updates regarding the... READ MORE >
March 24, 2020 Dear District 161 families, In an effort to assist our families who need food for their students, Flossmoor District 161 has entered into an agreement with Homewood District 153 to provide lunches for our students through this week (March 23 - March 27) with the same information that was previously provided. Beginning Monday, March 30, the... READ MORE >
24 de marzo de 2020 Estimadas familias del Distrito 161: En un esfuerzo por ayudar a nuestras familias que necesitan alimentos para sus estudiantes, el Distrito 161 de Flossmoor ha firmado un acuerdo con el Distrito 153 de Homewood para proporcionar almuerzos para nuestros estudiantes que expira esta semana (23 de marzo a marzo 27). El programa de almuerzo... READ MORE >
March 13, 2020 Dear District 161 Parents and Guardians, IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: All District 161 Schools will be closed from Monday, March 16th through Friday, April 3rd. I know that this is a peculiar time in our district and community, but I want to assure you that we are prepared to take every precaution to keep our students, staff, and families safe. Please... READ MORE >
Dear District Families, The Centers for Disease Control, Illinois Department of Public Health and Cook County Department of Public Health are closely monitoring the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). This is a rapidly changing situation. Symptoms reported among COVID-19 patients have included mild to severe respiratory illness with fever, cough, and difficulty... READ MORE >
Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) Students in grades 3-5 throughout the state of Illinois will participate in the Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) in April. The IAR replaces the previous PARCC assessment. The District 161 assessment window is March 31-April 24, 2020. Students with accommodations may begin testing as early as March 11, 2020. Schools will... READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of March 2nd! READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of February 24th! READ MORE >
Parents & Guardians,Please come out to the next PTO meeting on Thursday, February 13th. READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of February 10th! READ MORE >
📘 ⭐️Serena Hills Yearbook Sale $15.00 Online Now! Go to www.treering.com/1015804132962951 and place your order today! Deadline to place an order is April 10th. ⭐️📕 READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of February 3rd! READ MORE >
Click here for Breakfast Menu!Click here for Lunch Menu! READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of January 20th! READ MORE >
The Heart That Smiles Mobile Dentists will be coming to Serena Hills on February 5!! Services include: • Dental examination • Cleaning • Sealants (if needed) • Scaling (if needed) • Fluoride Application Please complete and return the dental consent form to receive these great services. For more details or questions, please feel free to contact your... READ MORE >
Come join the Serena Hills PTO on Thursday, January 16th at 6:30 p.m. READ MORE >
Kindergarten & 1st Grade: 11:10 a.m.2nd & 4th Grade: 11:30 a.m.3rd & 5th Grade: 12:00 p.m. READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of January 13th! READ MORE >
Paige Transportation has made available to parents in Flossmoor School District 161 a FREE notification system to notify parents when there are bus delays. Click here for bulletin sign-up instructions! READ MORE >
Click here to download ticket form! READ MORE >
⭐️HF Vikings Youth Lacrosse OPEN HOUSE⭐️ READ MORE >
Holiday Spirit Week December 16th - 20th READ MORE >
Attention 3rd, 4th & 5th Grade Girls!!! SPRING 2020 Girls on the Run Registration is now open! Click on this link to register for the Girls on the Run program and 5K race. READ MORE >
Sign up for Canvas for quick access to your child's courses and other important resources! https://sd161.instructure.com/login/canvasAdditional resources available at http://flossmooril.apptegy.us/... READ MORE >
100% of the proceeds comes back to our school!!!Want to keep your child's fun pac? Send back $10 Do not want to keep your child's fun pac? Return it back to your child's teacherDeadline to buy or return the fun pac is Friday, November 22ndTHANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING SERENA HILLS SCHOOL! READ MORE >
Dear Families, We are about to roll out a new staff recognition program in Flossmoor School District 161. The goal of this program is to provide an opportunity for the efforts our tremendous staff make to be recognized in a big way and shared among everyone in our district! Our dedicated staff strives to make a positive impact on your child’s learning and life,... READ MORE >
The 3rd, 4th & 5th Graders will have a concert on Thursday, November 14th! The concert will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. and take place in the Parker Junior High School - North Gym. See announcement for details! You may contact the music teacher Ms. Hebbard with any questions by email at khebbard@sd161.org. READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of November 4th! READ MORE >
Hello Serena Hills Families! Just a reminder that ALL Fannie May orders and monies are due to the school BY MONDAY, November 4th. That's this coming Monday! Let's finish off our selling strong and sell sell sell over the weekend! Questions? Please email the SH PTO at: contactshpto@gmail.com Thank you for your support! Your SH PTO Flossmoor School District 161... READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of October 28th! READ MORE >
Click here to view the November lunch menu. READ MORE >
Click here to view the schedule and permission form for fall festivities!Clique para ver el horario y forma de permiso para las festividades de otoño! READ MORE >
Click here to view the October edition of the Shining Stars Newsletter! READ MORE >
Parker Jr. High School cross country team is doing a 1/2 mile fun run/race at Apollo Park in Homewood this Friday, October 25th for 1st - 5th graders. The race will start at 4:45 p.m. sharp! If your child is interested in participating in this fun run/race please sign-up in advance by CLICKING HERE! READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of October 21st! READ MORE >
Parents/Guardians of Grades 3-5 Students,Please RSVP by clicking on this link to attend "Bridges for Parents", a math workshop to learn more about our math program and how to best help your student! Link to RSVP: https://forms.gle/4Bkybk7RUBgKGdkc7 READ MORE >
Click here for a peek of the week of October 14th! READ MORE >
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Calling all chocolate lovers!!! Help support the SH PTO by participating in the fall fundraiser! READ MORE >
Save the date! Picture day is coming on Thursday, October 17th. Order forms will be sent home soon! You may pre-order online at www.ordervgil.com use school code 20005701. READ MORE >
eWallet Give your student a secure, cash-free way to shop the fair. Simply create a free account, preauthorize a spending limit, and have funds immediately available. Click here to set-up a student eWallet account! READ MORE >
Click here to view the September Edition of the Serena Hills Shining Stars Magazine! READ MORE >
Click HERE for a peek of the week of September 30th! READ MORE >
Serena Hills will have its Scholastic Artic Book Fair from September 30th - October 4th in the Innovation Lab Library. Join us on October 1st for our Family Literacy Night from 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. READ MORE >
It’s that time of the year again where our 5th Grade students will be attending Outdoor Education at Camp Timber-lee in East Troy, Wisconsin. Students will participate in outdoor activities, team building, and educational programming. This experience will be one that students will treasure for years to come. Click here to view informational letter from Ms. Reich. READ MORE >
5th Grade is having a Taffy Apple Fundraiser Sale! Click HERE to download an order form! READ MORE >
Click HERE for a peek of the week of September 23rd! READ MORE >
Save the Date! Come to Buona Beef in Flossmoor on Thursday, 10/3 and help support our SH PTO!!! Don't forget to show them this digital flyer! READ MORE >
Outdoor Education 2019-20 Medical Forms: Flossmoor School District 161 5th graders will be participating this year in Outdoor Education at Camp Timber-lee. Flossmoor Hills students will join Serena Hills students to enjoy outdoor education from October 28 to October 30. In order to participate in Outdoor Education, students must have the required medical forms... READ MORE >
Click here for a peek at the week of September 16th! READ MORE >
Calling out all Serena Hills Star Parents & Guardians! Come and meet the SH PTO! READ MORE >
Robotics & Coding Club: 12 Week Sessions on Tuesdays at Serena Hills! $199 Early Registration through September 9th, $249 LATE Registration through September 18th. Click here to register today! READ MORE >
The Serena Hills Spirit Wear collection is now available for purchase online at the Serena Hills PTO Store! Your spirit wear purchase will go to help fund programs and activities that benefit the amazing students and awesome staff of Serena Hills Elementary School. Show your Serena Hills pride! READ MORE >
To donate to Blessing's in a Backpack, visit www.blessingsinabackpack.org. Designation: Specific Program/School Enter Program/School Below: (type in ) Serena Hills School, Chicago Heights READ MORE >
Serena Hills 5th grade students during the 2019-20 school year will be attending Outdoor Education in the fall. If your child requires medication (either over-the-counter or prescription) on the trip, please complete the physician's authorization and permission for administration of prescription and over-the-counter medication for outdoor education program... READ MORE >
Download the 2019-2020 school calendar to stay up-to-date on all district-wide closures, events and other important dates. READ MORE >
Flossmoor School District 161 will be applying an herbicide to the playground areas at Serena Hills, Flossmoor Hills, Heather Hill, and Western Avenue on August 2 - 4, 2019. The product that will be used for this application is Roundup Pro. This product is a broad-spectrum post emergence professional herbicide that will be used to control weeds in these areas. If... READ MORE >
Adventure awaits! Please join us for the 2019 Kindergarten Meet and Greet at Serena Hills on August 14th at 6:00 p.m. This will be a time to meet your teacher and bring your supplies to the classroom. READ MORE >
New Administrators Hired in Flossmoor School District 161 Among the administrators hired at the end of the 2018-2019 school year were new principals for Western Avenue Elementary School and Serena Hills Elementary School and two assistant principals at Parker Junior High School, in addition to a few changes at the District Office. Elizabeth Reich has joined... READ MORE >