FHS Weekly Update 2/9-2/15
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Save the Dates
Mark your calendars for the following school events:
- Tuesday February 10, 2026
- Student Late Start (8:50am)
- Friday February 13, 2026
- FULL DAY OF SCHOOL
- Monday February 16, 2026
- No School
- Wednesday February 18, 2026
- End of the 6 Week Grading Period
- **Friday February 20, 2026**
- Early Dismissal (11:50am)
- Tuesday February 24, 2026
- Student Late Start (8:50am)
- Thursday March 5, 2026
- Early Dismissal (11:50am)
- College Night, PHS, 6:00pm
- Tuesday March 10, 2026
- Student Late Start (8:50am)
- 2/13/26 - D211 Honors Orchestra, HEHS, 7:00pm
- 2/20/26 - Concerto/Aria Concert, 6:70pm
- 2/25/26 - Jazz & Java Concert, 6:30pm
- 3/4/26 - Choral Classics Concert, 7:00pm
- 3/7/26 - D211 Honors Band Concer, FHS, 3:00pm
CALENDAR CORRECTION!
There is an ERROR on the D211 calendar that indicates there is a half day on Friday 2/13/26. This is an ERROR - FHS will have a FULL day on Friday 2/13/26.
There will be an Early Release/Half Day on Friday February 20, 2026.
Shout Outs!
- Check out the NEW AND IMPROVED Fremd Website!
- Good luck to all our athletics, competitive activities and performing arts students who are competing/performing throughout this upcoming week!
- Congratulations to our Varsity Cheerleading Team on their 13th place finish at the IHSA Competitive Cheerleading State Competition.
Congratulations Fremd
William Fremd High School has earned Gold recognition on the 2025 AP School Honor Roll. CLICK HERE to learn more!
Girls Summit
In celebration of Women's History Month (March), Fremd will be hosting an all-day in-school field trip on Friday, February 27th available to our lady Vikings interested in learning about social issues women face, women's empowerment, women in leadership/careers, women in STEM, participating in creative activities, yoga and more! Click HERE to signup.; the application to sign up closes on Friday 2/20/26. If you have questions, please see/reach out to Ms. Wrzala in the Social Studies Department.
College Planning Seminar
There will be a College Planning Seminar on Tuesday, February 17th at 6:30PM in the FHS Auditorium. Scott Carlson, our former UIUC and current Elon Representative will be hosting a comprehensive presentation on college planning for students. Reach out to Mr. Baima in Student Services with any questions.
Phishing Email Awareness
We want to make families aware that students continue to receive phishing emails in their D211 accounts. These messages often offer jobs or money, make urgent requests, or provide links asking for personal information. We encourage students not to click links or share passwords and to report anything suspicious right away. The district continues to monitor and remove these messages, and we appreciate your partnership in helping keep student accounts and information secure. Please contact the Fremd Technology department for additional information.
5 Essentials Survey - Please Complete!
The annual Illinois 5Essentials Survey is now open and available for families through March 13, 2026. Fremd High School encourages you to participate. Your input will help guide our school’s improvement efforts. The survey assesses the following five components of success:
Effective leaders
Collaborative teachers
Involved families
Supportive environment
Ambitious instruction
The survey is in English and Spanish at http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/.
We highly encourage you to participate in this short survey. Note all parents or legal guardians are able to take one survey for every student you have enrolled in our schools.
It is administered by UChicago Impact at the University of Chicago on behalf of the Illinois State Board of Education. It is important to us that each student’s family complete this survey, as we are then provided helpful information and feedback for improvement.
If you have questions or concerns, please contact our school’s survey coordinator, Assistant Principal Scott Newmark at 847-755-2618.
Thank you!
Fremd Distinguished Graduate Nomination
Each year in April, the Honors Convocation at Fremd High School celebrates the accomplishments of an outstanding alumnus.
This award honors a Fremd graduate who has excelled in their profession and made meaningful philanthropic contributions to their community, serving as an inspiring role model for current students.
Nominees must have graduated at least 10 years ago, demonstrated significant achievements in their field, and shown exemplary leadership, character, and community service. Parents, staff, retired staff, and other members of the community are encouraged to submit nominations, including self-nominations.
Help us find our 2026 Distinguished Alumni by completing this Google form by February 28th. Have more than one nomination? No problem—feel free to submit the form as many times as you'd like!
D211's View on Meta Glasses
Please review this communication regarding information from the district regarding "wearable technology" (ex. smart glasses)
VAMP Mentors Needed!
📣 VAMP Applications Are OPEN! 📣
Ready to make an impact? Apply to be a VAMP Mentor or join the VAMP Executive Board!
⭐ Important info:
There are two separate applications:
- Mentors: https://forms.gle/64gnaZbQTV7cWfMVA
- Executive Board: https://forms.gle/2b1LJmqhLnqxjdZQ7
- If you’re interested in Executive Board, you must also complete the Mentor application
- Both applications are due Monday, March 2nd (the first Monday in March)
📧 Applicants will hear back via their school email sometime after Spring Break.
Lead. Connect. Inspire. 🤝
Class of 2028 - Class Ring Information
For the Love of Soup - Canned Food Drive
Young Hearts for Life Screening
Register your student for their FREE heart screening 3/3/26.
Click HERE to review the S'more communication that was previously sent.
An Invite from the Junior Class
Student Services Update
Click on the image above or HERE to request what you need.
Student Voice
Viking Horn: Broadcasting Club's Youtube Channel
Booster Club Corner
Green & Gold Celebration
🎉 Green & Gold Celebration – March 6th 🎉
Hey all! Fremd’s Green & Gold Celebration is happening March 6th at the Cotillion 💚💛 Watch the promo video here!
🎟️ Buy your tickets now for the BIGGEST fundraiser of the year!
💵 Ticket Prices:
• $85 per ticket 2/9–2/27/26
🔗 Get tickets here:
https://e.givesmart.com/events/MIW/
👥 Tables & Seating:
• Have a table of 10? Choose a table name when purchasing and have everyone use it.
• No table? No problem! Add a “group name” (like Freshman Parents, Alumni, etc), and we’ll seat you together.
‼️Can’t attend, but want to support? Please consider donating or becoming a sponsor!
📧FremdBoosterFundraiser@gmail.com
🎉 Don’t delay—buy today and join us for an amazing night supporting Fremd! 💚💛
Class of 2026 Yard Sign
Support the Booster Club and order your Class of 2026 yard sign today. Last day to purchase is March 31, 2026.
Booster Scholarship Application Information
Boosters are offering 10 scholarships to students in the class of 2026. Scholarship value is $1,000 each. CLICK HERE to apply - Applications due by Monday, February 2, 2026 @ 3:00pm.
Join the Booster Club
Membership is open to all Fremd families. A variety of membership options are available. Your membership is good for one full school year.
Booster Spirit Shop Info:
Tutoring Schedule
Looking for more academic support? Fremd offers tutoring both during the day as well as after school. Content tutors are available to help in Math, Science, English, Social Studies and World Language.
Calendar Handbook
Physical copies of the handbook are available in the main office.
iPad Protection Plan
Add Community Service Hours to Maia
Remember to take a moment to log your community service hours in Maia Learning! See the attachment below for details on how to put them into your account.
Follow Fremd Events on Schoology!
Families - although you are not able to enroll in the course as a family member, you can follow Fremd Events notifications if your child is enrolled and if your notifications are set to alert you of course updates.
Follow Us on Social Media!
Fremd High School
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- Facebook: www.facebook.com/FremdHighSchool
Fremd Activities
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- Facebook: www.facebook.com/FremdActivities
- Instagram: @fremdathletics
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/FremdAthletics
William Fremd High School
Mark Langer, Principal
Email: mlanger@d211.org
Website: https://adc.d211.org/Domain/9
Location: 1000 South Quentin Road, Palatine, IL, USA
Phone: 847-755-2600