Calling all Western Avenue Wolves! 🐾 Don't Leave the Pack Behind — Return to the Den! All wolves must be registered for the 2025-26 school year! All families must complete registration and/or prove residency to be placed in a class. Sections fill up fast — late registrants may be assigned to a different school within the district. Secure your spot in the pack. Register today!
26 days ago, Flossmoor School District 161
Don't leave the pack behind! Register your student today!
📣 IMPORTANT REMINDER All families must register and/or prove residency before class assignments are issued in August. Once sections become full, late registrants may be placed at another school in the district. ✅ Register now to secure your child’s spot! Begin your registration by visiting www.sd161.org
27 days ago, Flossmoor School District 161
Flossmoor School District 161 Registration Open for 2025-26! 📣 Whether new to the district or returning, it's time to register your student for the upcoming school year! 🆕 New Students (Grades K–8) Step 1: Complete the New Student Contact Form. https://www.sd161.org/page/new-student-registration2 Step 2: Review the enrollment checklist (birth certificate, health records, etc.). Step 3: Submit registration forms and proof of residency via email to newstudent2526@sd161.org. Need Help? Contact the District Office at (708) 647-7000. 🔁 Returning Students Step 1: Log in to Skyward Family Access to complete registration. Step 2: Submit residency documents if requested by the school. Need Help? Contact your child’s school for assistance.
Flossmoor School District 161 Registration Open for 2025-26! 📣 Whether new to the district or returning, it's time to register your student for the upcoming school year! 🆕 New Students (Grades K–8) Step 1: Complete the New Student Contact Form. https://www.sd161.org/page/new-student-registration2 Step 2: Review the enrollment checklist (birth certificate, health records, etc.). Step 3: Submit registration forms and proof of residency via email to newstudent2526@sd161.org. Need Help? Contact the District Office at (708) 647-7000. 🔁 Returning Students Step 1: Log in to Skyward Family Access to complete registration. Step 2: Submit residency documents if requested by the school. Need Help? Contact your child’s school for assistance.
28 days ago, Flossmoor School District 161
2025-2026 registration now open
Join us today for the Flossmoor School District 161 End-of-Year Party! Enjoy music, games, and delicious food available for purchase. Rain or shine — we’ll see you at Parker Junior High from 5 to 7 p.m.!
about 2 months ago, Flossmoor School District 161
end of the year party flyer in english
End of the year party flyer in spanish
Join us this THURSDAY for the Flossmoor School District 161 End-of-Year Party! Enjoy music, games, and delicious food available for purchase. Rain or shine — we’ll see you at Parker Junior High from 5 to 7 p.m.!
about 2 months ago, Flossmoor School District 161
end of the year party in english
End of the year party flyer in spanish
Reminder: There will be no school on Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day. As we honor and remember those who gave their lives in service to our country, we wish everyone a safe and meaningful holiday. We invite you to join members of the Parker Junior High band at the Veterans Memorial, located at 18161 Morris Avenue in Homewood, for a ceremony honoring our fallen heroes. The ceremony will begin at 10:15 a.m.
about 2 months ago, Flossmoor School District 161
Memorial Day
Join us for Multicultural Literacy Night! All Flossmoor School District 161 families are invited to our final BPAC meeting of the year—a special celebration of multiculturalism in our bilingual program! 📅 Date: Thursday, May 22, 2025 🕕 Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. 📍 Location: Parker Junior High Media Center Enjoy children’s literature and cultural artifacts from around the world, light refreshments, and a chance to connect with other families. We can’t wait to see you there!
about 2 months ago, Flossmoor School District 161
Literacy night
Literacy night in spanish
Girls on the run is so much fun! Enjoy the photographs below of the Western Avenue Elementary Girls on the Run Team. The weather was beautiful and the run was a memorable experience for our girls. Thank you to the running buddies, coaches, and staff who helped make this possible.
2 months ago, Flossmoor School District 161
girls on the run participants from western Avenue
girls on the run participants from Western Avenue.
warming up before the race.
getting ready to start
finish line!
This THURSDAY! Calling all Flossmoor School District 161 students and families! Come meet members of the Flossmoor Police Department at Rainbow Cone in Flossmoor on Thursday, May 15, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. Enjoy a sweet treat and great conversation with some of Flossmoor's finest! The first 50 people to attend and show a digital copy of the event flyer will receive a FREE Rainbow Cone Jr. (Sorry, no drive-through orders.) We’ll see you there for community connection and classic Chicago flavor!
2 months ago, Flossmoor School District 161
Cone with a Cop
Don't miss this opportunity to share your opinion! As part of our ongoing commitment to serving our families and community with excellence, we’re inviting you to take part in a brief survey in partnership with Studer Education. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and it helps us understand what’s working well in your child’s school and where we can improve. Please check your email for the survey link and more details. The survey window will close at the end of the day today.
2 months ago, Flossmoor School District 161
survey graphic
As part of our ongoing commitment to serving our families and community with excellence, we’re inviting you to take part in a brief survey in partnership with Studer Education. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and it helps us understand what’s working well in your child’s school and where we can improve. Please check your email for the survey link and more details. The survey window closes on Friday, May 9.
2 months ago, Flossmoor School District 161
We want your feedback
Tonight! Flossmoor School District 161 is excited to present the annual Visual Arts Expo for the 2024-25 school year. The Visual Arts Expo is a cherished tradition in SD161 that highlights the incredible art from students in the gifted art program at all schools. Parents and community members are invited to view the various works at the district offices, 41 East Elmwood Drive, Chicago Heights, Illinois. The viewing begins on May 7, 2025, from 6:00-8:00 p.m., and artwork will remain on display on Thursday, May 8, and Friday, May 9, from 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
2 months ago, Flossmoor School District 161
visual arts expo
As part of our ongoing commitment to serving our families and community with excellence, we’re inviting you to take part in a brief survey in partnership with Studer Education. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and it helps us understand what’s working well in your child’s school and where we can improve. Please check your email for the survey link and more details. The survey window closes on Friday, May 9.
2 months ago, Flossmoor School District 161
We want your feedback
It is both Staff Appreciation Week and School Nurses Day, and we could not be more grateful for the incredible people who make our schools thrive. To our teachers, aides, custodians, secretaries, food service workers, bus drivers, administrators, and every member of our school staff, thank you for the dedication, kindness, and care you show every single day. And to our amazing school nurses, thank you for being a source of comfort, health, and calm. Your work truly touches every student, every family, and every staff member. Today and every day, we appreciate you.
2 months ago, Flossmoor School District 161
Staff Appreciation week
It’s Terrific Tuesday, and Staff Appreciation Week continues! We are so grateful for all the hard work, dedication, and passion you bring to your roles every day. Thank you for everything you do to positively impact our school community!
2 months ago, Flossmoor School District 161
Staff Appreciation week
Thank you to all the incredible individuals who make Western Avenue such a special place to learn and grow! Whether you’re teaching in the classroom, supporting students’ well-being, keeping our buildings running smoothly, providing technology support, managing operations behind the scenes, or leading our schools — your hard work, heart, and dedication make a difference every single day. We appreciate all you do to help our students, families, and community thrive. You are the reason we shine!
2 months ago, Flossmoor School District 161
Staff Appreciation Week
As Principal Appreciation Day comes to a close, we extend our heartfelt thanks to Dr. Isabelli of Western Avenue School. Your thoughtful leadership, dedication, and commitment to student success help our Wolves grow stronger together. Thank you for all that you do to support and inspire the Western Avenue community.
2 months ago, Flossmoor School District 161
Principal Appreciation Day
On Saturday and Sunday, May 3rd and May 4th, 2025, weather permitting, Flossmoor School District 161 will be applying an herbicide and a fertilizer to all of the district’s fields/grass areas. The products that will 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 that will be used to control weeds/dandelions in these areas, and will also fertilize all district lawns. If you have any questions, please contact Scott Stachacz, Director of Buildings and Grounds, at (708) 647-7005.
3 months ago, Courtney Manning
District Logo
Tonight is the night! We hope to meet your incoming Parker Junior High 6th grader at 6:00 p.m.
3 months ago, Flossmoor School District 161
5th grade step up day!
Huge thanks to the rockstar team at Irons Oaks for turning the great outdoors into the ultimate classroom for our Western Avenue 5th graders. With expert guidance, fresh air, and just the right mix of challenge and fun, it was a day full of aha moments and muddy shoes. Big shoutout to the Western staff who helped make the magic happen. The kids had an absolute blast soaking up nature and knowledge.
3 months ago, Flossmoor School District 161
campfire kids
kids enjoying a snack
kids building an activity
kids listening to a lecture
kids trying the zip line
kids working together on the zip line.