H-F FYI - 11.16.22

Last Wednesday was an exciting night for 13 of our top senior student-athletes — plus for their families and coaches — as they gathered in the Mall Auditorium to publicly announce their college plans for studying and pursuing athletics next year. Congratulations to:

BASEBALL

• Carter Green — Heading to Wabash Valley College
• Dillon Head — Heading to Clemson U.
• Joshua Moore — Heading to Olive-Harvey Community College
• Evan Nieter — Heading to McHenry County College
• Vince Waterman — Heading to Kent State U.
• Christopher Webb — Heading to Joliet Junior College
• Isaiah White — Heading to Highland Community College

BASKETBALL

• Alyssa Latham — Heading to Syracuse U.

CROSS COUNTRY

• Caroline Schoen — Heading to Columbia U.

TRACK & FIELD

• Ana-Liese Torian — Heading to Auburn U.

VOLLEYBALL

• Emma Dieringer — Heading to the U. of St. Francis
• Dyllan Hanna — Heading to Cornerstone U.

WRESTLING

• Vince Robinson — Heading to North Carolina State U.

Congratulations, Vikings; we will look forward to watching your career in the next four years & beyond!

Sadly, our lovely fall weather cannot last forever. As the snow started to fall this week, the H-F FYI would like to remind families that starting last year H-F now has E-Learning Days In lieu of traditional "snow days." E-learning will be utilized for days when inclement weather (or other circumstances) prohibit safe travel and learning in school. An E-Learning Day would be primarily an asynchronous experience for students in that they will work independently on assignments with teachers readily available to provide support via email. Teachers would supply learning resources and assignments that are consistent with course expectations and outcomes. On an E-Learning Day:

• The day would follow the scheduled daily bell schedule (Block 1, 2, 3 or Viking Day).
• Teachers would post lessons for the day in each Google Classroom by 8:30 a.m.
• Teachers would be available to communicate with students via email from 7:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m., unless the conditions of the emergency day prohibit this type of communication.

Student Attendance Steps:

1. Navigate to classroom.google.com, either via your web browser or via your Google Classroom mobile app.
2. Select your Announcements class (FR, SO, JR, or SR).
3. Click on the Classwork section/tab.
4. Click on the E-Learning Attendance link & complete the form by 9 a.m.
   
   

Families would be notified of an E-Learning Day directly from H-F administration via the School Messenger phone and email service. Notification would also be posted on the school website. Please know that H-F will make every effort to have in-person learning, when it is safe and conditions allow. Decisions made regarding weather-related emergency days are made very carefully with consideration given to travel conditions, bus routes and, of course, the safety of our students and staff. For questions about e-learning, please contact Principal Dr. Alexander at 708-335-5541, clinton.alexander@hf233.org.

There isn't snow on the path yet ... in this latest episode of Walking the Path with Wakeley Superintendent Dr. Wakeley introduces you to D233 Board of Education President Gerald Pauling, H-F Class of 1985, as they walked the path on a lovely October morning. Click the Vimeo link above to watch this special episode.

November is National Native American Heritage Month (also referred to as American Indian & Alaska Native Heritage Month), which celebrates the history, heritage and culture of Indigenous Americans, Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiians. The H-F Library has created a resource guide to help staff and students celebrate this month; check it out by clicking here!

• On Monday, Nov. 21, Grades 9-12 are invited to tryouts for the Boys' Swimming & Diving team at 3:15 p.m. in the Natatorium Pool. Physical exam forms must be on file in the Athletic Department by that date in order to participate. Please note: The Physical Exam/Vaccination Report required for incoming freshmen can be used to participate in athletics. Student-athletes interested in trying out must be registered on the 8to18 Dashboard. Please visit https://hf.8to18.com/accounts/login to register.

• Also next week our Boys' Varsity Basketball team will compete in the annual Chicago Heights Classic! Cheer on the Vikings at the following tournament games:
• H-F vs. Rich Township — Monday, Nov. 21, 5 p.m. @ Marian Catholic
• H-F vs. DeSales — Tuesday, Nov. 22, 5 p.m. @ Marian Catholic
• H-F vs. Marian — Wednesday, Nov. 23, 5 p.m. @ Marian Catholic

Area 8th Graders will be invited to campus on Thursday, Dec. 1, for H-F's annual open house, Voyage to Excellence, held in the North Building Fieldhouse. Booths from H-F's academic departments, clubs, sports and activities will be there to provide information on their organizations and how incoming freshmen can get involved. Students from James Hart and Brookwood schools will attend from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Students from Parker Junior High and Infant Jesus of Prague schools will attend from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Reach out to the Activities Office for more information: gsmith@hf233.org, 708-335-5525.

Yes, that was H-F parent and Flossmoor Mayor Michelle Nelson driving along the perimeter of our campus last Wednesday, drilling 16 holes then planting trees to help beautify and green up H-F! The funding for the trees came from CRTI Morton Arboretum, and it was a continuation of the Plant the Gem project. Mayor Nelson was assisted by Stephanie Wright, Flossmoor Program & Event Coordinator and alumni mom, and Tristan Shaw, Flossmoor Green Commissioner.

Last week in the H-F FYI we introduced our Teachers of the 1st Quarter, who were selected by students. This week we are proud to announce our Students of the 1st Quarter, who were selected by teachers! These students gathered with their parents and teachers for a special breakfast at H-F last Thursday. Above they are pictured with Principal Dr. Alexander, wearing their commemorative 22-23 Student of the Quarter shirts. Congratulations to (l. to rt.):

• Kindrick Estes — Nominated by Mrs. Peto, Science Teacher
• Kathleen Karner — Nominated by Ms. Odeh, English Teacher
• Matthew Mayton — Nominated by Mr. McDermott, Fine Arts Teacher
• Anthony Fanelli — Nominated by Mrs. White & Mrs. Jones, Math Teachers
• Giahoanh Le — Nominated by Mr. Szymkowiak, PE/Health/DE Teacher
• Peter Beele — Nominated by Ms. Freeman, Reading Teacher
• Jair Taylor — Nominated by Ms. Kuester & Mrs. Nieckula, Student Support Teachers
• Alyssa Ford — Nominated by Ms. Andrews, CTE Teacher
• Naomi Tolbert-Rias — Nominated by Ms. Davis, Social Science Teacher
• Sofia Garcia — Nominated by Mr. Miller, World Language Department Chair

In addition to our 10 Students of the Quarter, 13 students were honored last week as October Students of the Month! Congratulations to:

• Kayden Bracey — Nominated by Mr. Aronson (Social Science)
• Kindrick Estes — Nominated by Mr. Sacks (Math)
• Kennedy Fargo — Nominated by Ms. Griffin (Math)
• Tristan Harris — Nominated by Ms. Sopron (PE/Health/DE)
• Adeyemi Kasali — Nominated by Ms. Bell (World Language - French)
• Kya Kellogg — Nominated by Ms. Ding (World Language - Chinese)
• Nate Locker — Nominated by Mr. Ciesielski (Fine Arts)
• Eunice Nnaemeka — Nominated by Mrs. Norris (World Language - Spanish)
• Ayron Stewart — Nominated by Mrs. Vargas (Student Services)
• Tylan Taft — Nominated by Mrs. Diachenko (Reading)
• Ashna Thomas — Nominated by Mr. Acena (Social Science)
• Gorge Torres — Nominated by Mr. Pavinato (Science)
• Kendall Wilson — Nominated by Mr. Smith (PE/Health/DE)

Click the Vimeo link above for the latest episode of Your Story Matters, where you will see more recent student & staff accomplishments and accolades.

Congratulations to members of the H-F Chess Team for their performance at the Argo Team last weekend. The team finished in 3rd Place and was led by senior Joshua Bray, who went 4-0 and finished in 1st Place for Board #2. Sophomore Matthew Brison and freshman SA Davis finished with a 3-1 record. The team is coached by Mrs. White, CTE & Math teacher.

After school Wednesday of last week, in the spirit of Thanksgiving, members of the Visual Arts Club made gratitude scratch boards. The club is sponsored by Mrs. Helsel-Wilk and Mrs. Healy, Fine Arts teachers.

On Tuesday, Nov. 8, Automotive Club students elected to go on a field trip to the Mercedes training facility in Streamwood with club sponsor, Mr. May, CTE department chair. The students learned about the new telematics and safety systems in the new $100K+ S Class and EQS electric cars. Afterwards, they had a fun time learning about tires and handling at K1 Speed Indoor Karting in Addison!

Please note: Only home athletic games & playoff games are shown below. For complete athletic schedules, please click here...

1:55 p.m. — Wellness Wednesday: What is Stress Costing You? with School Counselor Ms. Edwards @ South G5 (Click here to sign up)

3:15-4 p.m. — Tutoring @ H-F Library (English, Math, Biology & Writing) & @ North 226 (French)

6 p.m. — National Art Honor Society Induction Ceremony @ Performing Arts Center

7-9 p.m.

• Fall Athletic Awards @ South Gym
• Online Science Tutoring @ Google Classroom
• Online Math Tutoring @ Google Meet

7:30-8:15 a.m. — Tutoring @ South G18 (Math), South B23 (Science) & H-F Library (Writing)

3:15 p.m. — Tutoring @ H-F Library (Math, Chemistry & Writing)

6 p.m. — Check in for Operation Snowball @ Camp Manitoqua

7-9 p.m.

• Online Science Tutoring @ Google Classroom
• Online Math Tutoring @ Google Meet

7:30-8:15 a.m. — Tutoring @ South G18 (Math), South B23 (Science) & H-F Library (Writing)

3:15-4 p.m.

• Tutoring @ H-F Library (Math, Biology, Chemistry, Physics & Writing)
• After-School Book Share @ H-F Library

9 a.m. — H-F Scholastic Bowl Invitational @ South Building

10 a.m.-1 p.m. — Math & Science Tutoring @ H-F Library (Enter Door 12)

10 a.m. — Boys' Basketball Red vs. White Game (F) @ South Gym

11:30 a.m. — Boys' Basketball Red vs. White Game (S) @ South Gym

1 p.m. — Boys' Basketball Red vs. White Game (V) @ South Gym

7-9 p.m.

• Online Science Tutoring @ Google Classroom
• Online Math Tutoring @ Google Meet

7:30-8:15 a.m. — Tutoring @ South G18 (Math), South B23 (Science) & H-F Library (Writing)

3:15 p.m. — Tryouts: Boys' Swimming & Diving @ Natatorium

3:15-4 p.m. — Tutoring @ H-F Library (Math, Physics & Writing)

7-9 p.m.

• Online Science Tutoring @ Google Classroom
• Online Math Tutoring @ Google Meet

7:30-8:15 a.m. — Tutoring @ South G18 (Math), South B23 (Science) & H-F Library (Writing)

3:15-4 p.m. — Tutoring @ H-F Library (Math, Physics & Writing), @ North 223 (Spanish) * @ North 205 (Chinese)

7 p.m. — Guitar Preview Concert @ Performing Arts Center

7-9 p.m.

• Online Science Tutoring @ Google Classroom
• Online Math Tutoring @ Google Meet

8 p.m. — Viking Choir Performance at Community Thanksgiving Gathering @ St. Veronica (formerly IJP Church)

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We are so happy to have our students back in person this school year! An important step to keeping school on track is to be sure to stay at home if you are not feeling well, especially if you are having COVID-19 symptoms or suspect you have COVID-19. If a student is COVID-19 positive, parents/guardians, please complete the District 233 COVID-19 Reporting Form (click here) for the Nurse's Office.

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