Western Avenue Elementary -

She did it! Two time marathon finisher!!! Congratulations to Dr. Isabelli who traded walking the school hallways for racing through the Chicago Marathon course. We are so proud of you and hope you are enjoying a bit of rest before we see you on Tuesday! 🙌🏼🏅🙌🏼

‼️ Calling all members of the Western Avenue wolf pack! Our fearless den leader, Dr. Isabelli is running the Chicago Marathon this morning. Help us wish her good luck in the comments below.

Reminder to D161 families: There will be no school on October 11 in observance of Yom Kippur and no school on October 14. We will see you in class on Tuesday, October 15.

Get ready for Rock Your Schools Week! Beginning Monday, September 23!

On Saturday and Sunday, September 7th and 8th 2024, weather permitting, Flossmoor School District 161 will be applying an herbicide and a fertilizer to the district’s fields / grass areas at Serena Hills, Western Avenue, Heather Hill, Flossmoor Hills, and Parker Junior High. 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.

A reminder to our D161 family: There is NO SCHOOL on Monday, September 2, 2024, in observance of Labor Day. We will see you back in class on Tuesday, September 3.

We are ready to welcome back and meet our wolves tomorrow!!! The halls have been too quiet without you. See you in the morning as we Level up our Learning this year!!!

The Back to School edition of the Western Weekly will arrive in your inboxes tonight (8/12) at 7:00 p.m. If you do not receive it, please contact the office in the morning to ensure your information is in Skyward correctly. I have linked it below for anyone who does not receive the email. See our wolves on Thursday!!! https://secure.smore.com/n/anegh

Celebrate the beginning of the school year this Friday from 4-6 p.m. in Flossmoor Park. This event is brought to you by the Village of Flossmoor, the Flossmoor Public Library, and Flossmoor District 161. Students and families can enjoy a sweet treat, meet with community partners, and connect with friends both new and old. See you there!

Don't forget to CHALK YOUR WALK and welcome staff and students back to school on Wednesday, August 14, anytime after 4 p.m. You can chalk the sidewalk in front of your home, your school playground, or your local bus stop.

Did you miss the webinar on Standards-Based Grading? You can watch the video here https://youtu.be/KGNj2hVg3vU. Additionally, please use the QR code if you have questions regarding SBG and we will get back to you.

Join us tonight for an informational webinar on Standards-Based Grading, which you can enjoy from the comfort of your own home and will begin at 6:30 p.m. If you miss the webinar, please visit www.sd161.org tomorrow to watch the recording. https://zoom.us/j/93918662021

Western Avenue Wolves welcome new Assistant Principal, Mrs. Dunwoody! Mrs. Dunwoody worked as the Curriculum Coordinator for District 161, and she brings strong instructional knowledge and experience as a school administrator to the Western Avenue community. She previously worked as a dean and special education case manager at Parker Jr. High. You will find Mrs. Dunwoody approachable, responsive, and focused on outstanding outcomes for students and teachers alike. Mrs. Dunwoody can be reached at ddunwoody@sd161.org.

Mark your calendars for the ultimate celebration! Join us in Flossmoor Park on August 16th from 4-6 PM for a Back to School Bash with a birthday twist as we celebrate the Village of Flossmoor's 100th birthday! Come for the sweet treats, connect with community resources, stay for the games, and catch up with old and new friends. Brought to you by the Village of Flossmoor, Flossmoor Public Library, and Flossmoor School District 161.

Don't miss a beat with Dr. Isabelli's updates! Pencil in those important dates on your family calendar to stay organized and in the know during the first few weeks of the upcoming school year. Get ready for a school year that's one for the books! https://secure.smore.com/n/5yx3e

We hope your student enjoyed their Summer Academy experience! Please take our short survey to help us continue to improve and expand our programming. Thank you for your participation. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZyhbiB-K-q8p0eAvMw3kKSTgLqBBKlb7qQwCmlcGxeltskg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Spruce up your school spirit by joining the Spirit Wear Swap! Drop off your gently used spirit wear items at the Flossmoor Public Library anytime now through August 9th, then get ready to SHOP THE SWAP at our Back to School Bash on August 16th from 4-6 pm in Flossmoor Park. It's going to be a blast!

Skyward will not be accessible on Monday, July 22, 2024, due to system maintenance. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We anticipate that Skyward will be accessible again beginning on Tuesday, July 23, 2024.

Does this rainy day have you cleaning out closets? Check out this #earthfriendly opportunity from our friends at the Flossmoor Public Library and the Village of Flossmoor Green Commission. Shop the Swap! Questions? email Stephanie Wright at swright@flossmoor.org

A great time to engage with our summer learning resources is right after breakfast each morning. By setting aside just 15 minutes daily to practice and sharpen essential skills, your student will stay on track and be well-prepared when we return to school. Access our Summer Learning Resources by clicking the link. https://www.sd161.org/article/1624506