HF FYI

Have you seen the latest Profile of a Viking episodes? This week we caught up with Senior Film Student Nichelle Alexander. "I think I notice the quality of Innovation & Problem-Solving at HF through its teachers," she says. "The teachers here at HF are always trying to push us to do our best, and even in a time of adversity, it seems like they're always trying to have us look at things at a different perspective."

"I think this competency is important because it's what shapes us as people," she says.

We're pleased to share that 55 of our Viking Seniors have been recognized as 2024-25 Illinois State Scholars by the Illinois Student Assistance Commision (ISAC), for their outstanding academic achievements. “We are extremely proud of our students for attaining such a distinct honor," said Principal Dr. Clinton Alexander. "Not only does this accomplishment reveal their academic aptitude, but it also speaks volumes to how resilient and committed they are. I am looking forward to hearing of the great things these scholars will do in the near future.”

Students are invited to sign up for Wellness Wednesdays! Happening 4th Period in Room G5, students can discuss a variety of wellness topics such as stress management and participate in wellness activities like cardio drumming and more. Next up: Get tips to help you prepare and do your best for Finals Week on Wednesday, December 13.

Are you a freshman or sophomore, and interested in learning more about the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma program? Check out the new website to learn more or attend the virtual meeting on Thursday, December 14 at 7 p.m. Email Libby Day, IB Programme Coordinator, at LDay@hf233.org to receive the link for the meeting.

The SAT is still important for college planning as it is used not only for admissions, but also for placement and scholarship money. Illinois will be paying for every student in the Class of 2025 to take the SAT in April 2024. To prepare the junior class, HF has invited ExcelEdge to offer SAT 1600. You can sign-up now through January 14, 2024. Check out the attachment below to learn more.

We're excited to share that three of our Vikings have been selected from hundreds of students to participate in the Illinois High School Theatre Festival's All State Production of She Kills Monsters. Students from all over the state auditioned for roles as both actors and crew. Junior Stella Hoyt will lead the show as the role of Agnes and Junior Bryce Stewart was cast in the ensemble as well as an understudy. Senior Madi Vitolka was chosen to be on the Video and Projections Crew.

She Kills Monsters is a dramatic comedy about the world of fantasy and role playing games. It tells the story of Agnes Evans as she comes to terms with the death of her teenage sister Tilly. When she finds Tilly's Dungeons and Dragons notebook, she embarks on an adventure in the imaginary world that was Tilly's refuge. The production will take place at Illinois State University January 11-13.

Join us for a great opportunity to meet some of our amazing baseball alumni! The HF Alumni Baseball Camp will consist of training from our alumni in all aspects of the game of baseball. Our alumni and coaches will be focusing on hitting, fielding, baserunning, pitching, and catching.

There will also be fun competitions at the end of the camp where campers will have the chance to win some prizes! RSVP here. Questions? Contact Marcus Rodgers at marcus.rodgers@hf233.org or Greg Jones at grjones@hf233.org.

Congrats are in order for our Junior Varsity and Varsity Dance Teams: The team captured 1st place at the Evergreen Park Invitational! This is the first time in eight years that the team has won an invitational, and we look forward to their continued success. Gooo Vikings!

Boys' Swimming took home 1st Place Tandem and 2nd Place Green Division at the Stevenson Relay Invite.

Girls’ Gymnastics finished 3rd Place at the Wheeling Invitational last week.

Last week we celebrated Boys' Track & Field Coach Nate Beebe on being named the Illinois Track and Cross Country Coaches Association (ITCCCA) Coach of the Year. Well, the accolades keep coming in: The National Federation of State High School Associations have selected Coach Beebe to receive the 2022-23 Illinois Coach of the Year award! He was specifically nominated by the Illinois High School Association as the most deserving recipient. "The NFHS relies on its member state associations to recognize those who are leading their sport, shaping their students and contributing in a positive way to their community."

Homewood-Flossmoor High School and Honest Game have partnered to provide students and families with an easy-to-use College Athletic Pathway software and additional educational resources. We know that accessing scholarships and college athletics requires not only a commitment to athletic training and competition but also a commitment to academic success.

Honest Game’s online platform provides students and families with individualized tracking across FIVE college athletic opportunities, including NCAA DI, DII, DII, NAIA, and Junior College pathways. Learn more and get started by clicking the link below.

All HF Families are invited to the Homewood Flossmoor Parents Association (HFPA) General Meeting this Thursday, December 7 at 7 p.m. Join the meeting here.

Homewood-Flossmoor High School distributes the caps and gowns for graduates at the graduation rehearsal in May. In preparation for distribution and the ceremony, we are collecting gown sizes and colors. If you haven't done so already, please fill out your cap and gown form here.

Enjoy the musical stylings of Nanny Nikki during her Christmas Music Show in Flossmoor. Hear classic Christmas carols, dancing and more this Saturday, December 9 at 11 a.m. at the Flossmoor Public Library (1000 Sterling Ave.)

Snowflakes light up the streets of Homewood, but can you spot the different one? If you can find the different lit up snowflake, join Mayor Hofeld each Saturday until the end of December and let him know where the different snowflake is located. If you're correct, you'll win a gift certificate to a Homewood business!

Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210 with Consolidated High School District 230 is hosting a Planning Is Essential (PIE) Presentation on Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). PDA is an emerging profile for individuals with autism, characterized by a strong desire to avoid demands. Strategies for PDA differ than those widely considered effective for individuals with autism. Set your reminders: The presentation is Wednesday, December 13 from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Reserve your spot here.

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