Is your child curious, creative, or still figuring out what she loves?
The Girls STEAM Celebration gives 6th–8th grade girls from Parker Junior High and James Hart a chance to explore what’s possible—before high school even begins.
👩🏽🔬 Meet women in STEAM
🎓 Explore Homewood-Flossmoor High School’s Net Zero Science Building
🎨 Create a vision board that reflects their dreams
🍕 Lunch + swag included
📅 Saturday, April 11 | 10am–2pm
🚌 Transportation & chaperones provided by the school
⚠️ Space is limited to 50 students per school. First come, first served.
👉 Register now using the link or QR code on the flyer!
homewoodsciencecenter.org/girls
Be sure to act quickly! Spots are filling fast!
We look forward to the days when the warmer temps are here to stay. Catch up on all of your school news by clicking the link below.
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To participate, visit https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois/ and select the Parent Survey to begin. Please complete one survey for each child you have enrolled in SD 161 schools.
The survey is confidential, takes only a few minutes, and plays an important role in shaping the future of our schools. Thank you for partnering with us and helping our community continue to thrive.
Calling all PJH girls ready to explore, create, and dream BIG in STEAM!
Does your child love science, art, technology, building, or solving problems? Or is she still discovering what excites her? This inspiring day is designed to spark curiosity, confidence, and big dreams.
The Girls STEAM Celebration invites 6th–8th grade girls from Parker Junior High and James Hart School to discover exciting possibilities before high school even begins.
✨ What’s in store:
👩🏽🔬 Meet inspiring women working in STEAM careers
🏫 Explore the cutting-edge Net Zero Science Building at Homewood-Flossmoor High School
🎨 Create a vision board that captures bold goals and bright futures
🍕 Enjoy lunch, fun swag, and a day with other curious, creative girls
🚌 Transportation and chaperones provided by the school
📅 Saturday, April 11 | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
⚡ Only 50 spots per school — first come, first served.
👉 Register using the QR code or details on the flyer.
⏳ Don’t wait — spots are filling fast, and this is a day she won’t want to miss.
Enjoy hands-on math activities, exciting games, refreshments, raffles, and plenty of family-friendly entertainment. The evening will also feature a special presentation by the Homewood Science Center.
Bring the whole family and discover just how fun math can be. We hope to see you there.
As a valued community partner, we are pleased to share this opportunity with District 161 families. Youth athletics help children build confidence, teamwork, friendships, and a strong sense of belonging. And let’s be honest, kids are not the only ones who make new friends on the sidelines. Parents do too.
Learn more and register at FlossmoorBBSB.com. Now is the perfect time to get your child in the game and connected with our community.
This is a friendly reminder that students will be dismissed early at 11:40 a.m. on Friday, February 20, so our staff can participate in School Improvement Planning.
Check out the latest news from Western Avenue School by clicking the link below.
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We can’t wait to welcome our newest learners and their families. More details and everything you need to know will be posted on the district website soon.
While our students enjoy a day at home, our teachers will be hard at work learning, collaborating, and sharpening their skills so they can continue to bring their very best to the classroom.
There is also no school on Monday, February 9, in observance of Lincoln's Birthday. We hope our families enjoy the long weekend and the extra time together.
We look forward to welcoming our students back on Tuesday, February 10, refreshed and ready to learn.
Check out all of the latest news from Western Avenue School!
Get ready for an evening where curiosity takes the lead and ideas come to life. STEAM Night will bring together science, technology, engineering, arts, and math through hands-on experiences designed to spark creativity, problem-solving, and wonder.
Whether you love experimenting, building, coding, creating, or asking big questions, this is a night you won’t want to miss. More details are coming soon, but for now, mark your calendar and get ready to explore, discover, and innovate together.
Join us for the Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee Meeting on Wednesday, February 4th, at 6:30 pm.-7:30 pm. at Serena Hills Elementary School, located at 255 Pleasant Drive in Chicago Heights. This meeting will feature Dr. Valentina M Pacheco-Cornejo, Psy.D., an adolescent psychologist and nutritional expert who will share tips and strategies to support a healthy family lifestyle and mental health.
Join us for the Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee Meeting on Wednesday, February 4th, at 6:30 pm.-7:30 pm. at Serena Hills Elementary School, located at 255 Pleasant Drive in Chicago Heights. This meeting will feature Dr. Valentina M Pacheco-Cornejo, Psy.D., an adolescent psychologist and nutritional expert who will share tips and strategies to support a healthy family lifestyle and mental health.
Our Den Depot school store is a favorite PBIS incentive for students, and we need parent volunteers to help make it a success! Volunteers assist with organizing items, supporting students as they shop, and helping create a fun, positive experience for everyone. Sign up here! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4BAEA929A1FAC07-52838903-dendepot#/
If you’re able to volunteer for a time slot, please sign up below. Your support helps reinforce positive behavior and keeps Den Depot running smoothly.
Looking for a fun way to support your child’s early math learning?
Join our Math Magic Family program at Homewood Science Center!
Families complete short, hands-on math activities together during STEM Saturdays—and every visit earns a raffle entry for a Lakeshore Learning math kit!
Saturdays | 10–11 AM
👶 Ages 3–8 with parent or caregiver
📍 Homewood Science Center
Free. Fun. Meaningful learning.
#MathMagicFamily #EarlyMathMatters #STEMForAll
This week, we’re celebrating Winter Theme Days. While our first day will look a little different due to inclement weather and an E-Learning day, the fun continues from home.
Day 1 is Pajama Day, so students can stay cozy and learn in their PJs while participating in E-Learning.
We look forward to continuing our Winter Theme Days together as the week goes on. Stay safe and warm!
