We've had a great two days in Flossmoor School District 161. We are looking forward to the middle of the week tomorrow and even further ahead to Friday, when we can celebrate as an entire district at the Back to School Bash in Flossmoor Park from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
See you then!
See you then!
Do you have a 5th grader interested in beginning band? Make a plan to attend the Zoom meeting on Tuesday, September 2, at 6:30 p.m.
There’s still time to Chalk the Walk! Head up to your school anytime this weekend and leave an encouraging message for our students and staff as they get ready for the year.
Calling all Western Avenue Wolves! Bring your gently used Western Avenue merch to the Flossmoor Public Library and then SHOP THE SWAP at the Back to School Bash on Friday, August 29, in Flossmoor Park. See you there!
Turn your errands into a school supply scavenger hunt and make it fun for the whole family. Grab the notebooks, pencils, markers, and everything else you need to start the year strong. Get it done now so you can skip the last-minute scramble and actually enjoy the excitement of the first day. Being prepared means less stress, more smiles, and a great start to the school year.
Class Assignment Pick-Up is August 13-14, but there’s one thing you need before the big reveal—registration! Only registered students can pick up their assignments and find out who’s in their class.
Visit sd161.org and be ready for the excitement at your child’s school!
Visit sd161.org and be ready for the excitement at your child’s school!
While you're out running errands, take a minute to grab those school supplies. Stock up on the notebooks, pencils, and folders now so you can skip the last-minute rush. The first day will be here before you know it, and being ready makes it way more fun for everyone. https://shorturl.at/zZjdl
Skyward will not be accessible beginning the afternoon of Monday, July 21, through Wednesday, July 23, 2025, due to system maintenance. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We anticipate that Skyward will be accessible again beginning on Thursday, July 24, 2025.
On Saturday and Sunday, July 26th and July 27th 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.
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!
📣 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
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.
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.!
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.!
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
