HF FYI

New to watch: We're back with another episode of our Profile of a Viking series, featuring Senior Flannery Marak on Innovation & Problem-Solving. "You can't really go about life--in a job or any work that you do--without being able to adapt to the things around you." The Profile of a Viking serves as the lens by which we focus our daily lessons, interactions and decision-making. Watch here!

Hispanic Heritage Month is recognized September 15-October 15, honoring Latinx populations and their valuable contributions to society. At HF, we're fortunate to have students, staff and a surrounding community to share their diverse cultures with our Vikings. Join us Tuesday for Una Noche Cultural!

Join Post-Secondary Counselors Brad Kain and Kevin Coy and Financial Aid Director at University of Notre Dame Mary Nucciarone for an informative presentation on what you should be doing to get prepared for the financial aid process.

How much do you know about Historically Black Colleges and Universities? Join HF for its 8th Annual HBCU Night! Discover how HBCUs support students and hear from HBCU alumni about their experiences. Did you know...

• 70% of Black doctors attended an HBCU.
• 80% of Black judges are alumni of HBCUs.

All students will have the opportunity to visit with 65 professionals in careers that range from doctors, lawyers, city officials and the trades. All students will meet with these representatives during their PE classes during that school day.

This year, we're excited to host nearly 160 colleges and universities.This is a great way to research colleges and military options and have your questions answered. A complete list of colleges attending can be found here. Come prepared and please register for a barcode before the fair at www.StriveFair.com. Please contact the Post-Secondary Counselors, Brad Kain or Kevin Coy with any questions.

Freshmen, Sophomore and Juniors: Your last chance to take your traditional head and shoulders yearbook picture is Monday, October 21, 2024 from 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. during PE, Drivers Education, and Health Classes in the North Building Fieldhouse. Students with Academic, Graduation, Sports, and PE Waivers can come when it is convenient in their schedule.

Visual Image Photography (VIP) is the official photographer of Homewood-Flossmoor High School.

• Online ordering will be used to avoid contact with picture forms, camera cards, credit card slips, and pens.
• Orders for personal purchase will be made online here.
• All orders will be direct delivery to your home to reduce touch points.
• Questions about ordering pictures should be sent to support@vipis.com.

All students are expected to adhere to the HF Dress Code by wearing appropriate attire for his/her school yearbook picture. This includes messages, graphics, and proper body coverage.

As we move through October, we proudly recognize *Pink-Tober*—a time dedicated to raising awareness and supporting the fight against breast cancer. Breast cancer touches the lives of millions, and during this month, we come together to show our support for survivors, honor those who have been lost, and promote the importance of early detection and research.

Pink-Tober is part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, where communities around the world use the color pink as a symbol of solidarity with breast cancer survivors and those currently fighting the disease. It also serves as a reminder of the critical need for ongoing research, support, and education in the battle against breast cancer. Join us as we raise awareness and continue to fight the fight like a Viking!

To help ease congestion in the HF parking lot, especially during Late Start Wednesday drop off, new traffic patterns have been established. We ask that all families abide by the new drop off to ensure the safe arrival of students to school. This video provides a visual for the new traffic patterns. Watch the video and read full details here.

HF's Red and HF White Unified Soccer Teams are headed to State for the third year in a row! HF Red took 1st place in their division by beating Thornton 4-3 in double overtime, following it up with a come from behind win against Andrew 4-3. Goals were scored by Auctaveon Wilson, Conner Peterson, Josh Herman, Quinn Michel and Annelise Latham, along with shutdown goalie play from Kamarion Mason and lock down defense from Ryan Castady.

The HF White team dropped their first game against Eisenhower 4-5, BUT came back to win their second game against Waubonsie Valley 5-4 to take 2nd place in their division. Goals were scored by Marco Agting, Nehemiah Richardson, Evan McNeil, Evania Regas, and Trevor Kossak. The teams will compete at the State Unified Soccer Tournament on Saturday, November 2 in Schaumburg. Cheer them on as they chase the title!

Congrats are in order: HF's Department Lead of PE/Health/Driver Education Adam Vogel is being inducted into the Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School Hall of Fame!

As a 2001 alum, Adam contributed to the success of BBCHS as a Football Coach and Head Strength Coach. He was an all-state football player and wrestling state qualifier with a 38-1 record his senior year.

Adam attended Indiana State University on a full football scholarship, where he was a 4-year varsity letterman, earning Academic All-Conference two of his four seasons. He went on to play five years professionally.

We're so happy for Adam's much-deserved recognition and even more honored to have him on our team here at HF. He has revolutionized the strength training program for our Vikings and is nationally acclaimed for his work. He will be honored during the HF at BBCHS football game on Friday night. Be sure to cheer for him if you attend the away game!

Good sportsmanship is the attitude and behavior that exemplifies positive support for the

interscholastic athletic programs of Homewood-Flossmoor High School as well as the

individuals who participate. Rooted in the Profile of a Viking competencies that we expect for all

Vikings - students, staff, families and spectators alike - people involved in all facets of the

interscholastic athletic programs are expected to demonstrate respect for others and display good

sportsmanship. It is essential that student-athletes, coaches, parents, student groups and fans in

general are constantly reminded to “Sport a Winning Attitude”!

Sportsmanship is an important issue of concern in interscholastic athletics. Positive experiences

do not occur by chance, rather they are a result of the educational structure, the right perspective,

the right leadership and the true understanding of sportsmanship. Good sportsmanship is not

merely a campaign — it is the essence of what educational athletics is about. Let all of us who

have the opportunity, promote the ideals of sportsmanship so that today’s students and

tomorrow’s citizens may build a better society. The administration, staff, and coaches trust that

you will do your part in promoting good sportsmanship within our school and community.

Remember, Sportsmanship is EVERYONE’s responsibility!

Behavior expectations of the spectator

• Interscholastic athletics are learning experiences for students and mistakes are sometimes made. Praise student athletes in their attempt to improve themselves as students, as athletes and as people as you would praise a student working in the classroom.
• Demonstrate positive fan support for the players, coaches, and other spectators.
• Refrain from making any kind of derogatory remarks to players or coaches during the game.
• Respect the integrity of game officials. Understand that they are doing their best to help promote the student-athlete and admire their willingness to participate in full view of the public.
• Be a positive behavior role model through your own actions and by censuring those around you at events where behavior is unbecoming. Adolescents learn proper behavior from watching adults.
• Show respect for the players, coaches, other spectators, and officials. Respect their roles even if you disagree with their judgment.

Did you know it's the 30th Anniversary of HF's 1994 Football Champs?! Last Friday, we got the chance to welcome the team back to reminisce on the win and celebrate each other. Special thanks to Coach Tony Palumbi for joining us on the field for the honorary coin toss.

Last weekend, we also had the chance to welcome back our Vikings from the Class of 1974 for their 50th Reunion and Tour! The group was amazed to see the changes around campus, especially the newest renovations in the North Building, a space they rarely occupied during their time at HF.

Questions about Alumni events or ways you can get involved? Email Victoria Koblick at vkoblick@hf233.org to stay in the know.

Join HF Cheer for a fun-filled evening for all young cheer enthusiasts! Whether your child is a seasoned pro or just curious about cheerleading, this is the perfect opportunity to get involved, learn some new skills, and perform halftime at the Varsity Football Game on Friday, October 18! Cheerleaders from Kindergarten to 8th Grade are able to sign up! Please scan the QR Code on the flyer to register!

Principal Alexander is excited to announce our 1st Quarter school-wide incentive. This will be a way to thank our Vikings for performing well academically, maintaining a low level of tardies, and receiving zero referrals. Previous incentives included a silent-party--stay tuned for the official date and event details of this quarter's incentive!

Do you have confidential documents you need shredded? ProShred will be on-site on this Saturday, October 12 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. for a Community Shred Day sponsored by the Village of Homewood and the Homewood Public Library. The shredding event will be held in the Village Hall parking lot located at 2020 Chestnut Rd. You can drive through or walk up. It's up to you! A few reminders:

• This event is paper only, please. No electronics or prescription pills will be accepted.
• Limit two boxes. No binder clips, binders or plastic sleeves.
• If you’re walking up with your boxes, please park in the Metra parking lot as no parking will be allowed in the Village Hall parking lot.

ACE Mentor Chicago is heading into its 25th year of offering FREE, high quality afterschool STEM programming to high school sophomores, juniors and seniors. ACE has hundreds of volunteer architects, engineers and construction managers who can provide professional career mentorship in an office setting. The deadline to register is Friday, October 18. Learn more about the program and apply here.

Volunteers are needed for the Village of Flossmoor's Fall Tree Planting project! Happening on Saturday, October 19 from 8-11 a.m., volunteers will meet at Flossmoor Village Hall (2800 Flossmoor Road) to partner with Public Works Department staff. Please bring a shovel, work gloves, closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather. Volunteers under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a volunteering adult, and all volunteers must be prepared to get to other locations in town. Find full details and sign up here.

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