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Flossmoor School District 161’s Board of Education is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Terrance Sanders as the district’s new Superintendent of Schools, effective July 1...

The safety of our staff and students is of utmost importance, and after much discussion and collaboration with district staff, local school districts, and municipalities, we have ...

Flossmoor School District 161, the Village of Flossmoor, the Flossmoor Public Library, and ComEd are teaming up to celebrate the start of a new school year with a fun-filled Back ...

Flossmoor School District 161 has been selected as a recipient of the 2025–26 Bilingual Education Award (BEA) from the Illinois State Board of Education, recognizing high-performin...

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The District 161 KinderPrep program is a research-based program created by the University of Chicago. It introduces upcoming Kindergarten students to learning academic and social...

District 161 Summer Academy Location: Serena Hills Elementary School Dates: June 15–July 16, 2026 Time: 8:30–11:30 a.m., Monday–Thursday (No classes on Fridays) Due to const...

As we settle into the school year, we want to remind families of our daily schedule. Arrival takes place from 8:30 to 8:40 a.m. , and doors will close promptly at 8:40 a.m. to ...

Flossmoor School District 161 Registration for 2025-26! 📣 Whether new to the district or returning, it's time to register your student for the upcoming school year! 🆕 New Stude...

Discover how Parker Junior High’s Knitting and Crochet Club has grown into a welcoming and creative space where students of all skill levels come together to craft, connect, and s...