HF FYI

Please take note that next week--Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday--will follow a Viking Day schedule (periods 1-7).

Thursday, October 24 is an Asynchronous Learning Day for students as we host virtual Parent-Teacher Conferences throughout the day.

There is no school Friday, October 25 due to an All-Staff Institute Day. Enjoy the short week, Vikings!

All students will have the opportunity to visit with 65 professionals in careers that range from doctors, lawyers, city officials and the trades. 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.

Missed the Financial Aid Night virtual meeting? You can catch up here. The passcode to watch is: V#1xk7gX

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a standardized test that helps people determine their eligibility for military service and job training, and identify careers that may be a good fit for them. It's administered to students in grades 1012 and applicants to the U.S. Air Force, Army, and National Guard.

The test evaluates a person's knowledge and their ability to learn different subjects. It's designed to help people find a job that matches their strengths and where they're most likely to succeed.

The ASVAB also provides a post-test interpretation that shows students how their interests match careers in terms of salary, occupational outlook, and education pathways. This information can help students prepare for college and careers.

HF is excited to offer the ASVAB during the school day to any interested student on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Students must register in advance as seats are limited. Please register here.

Freshmen, Sophomore and Juniors: Your last chance to take your traditional head and shoulders yearbook picture is this 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.

The HF Music Department congratulates the following 26 students who were selected by audition into the Illinois Music Education Association (ILMEA) District 1 Senior Festival at Elmhurst University, happening on Saturday, November 9, 2024. This designation is awarded to the highest achieving high school student musicians in our area. ILMEA District 1 encompasses more than 60 participating high schools in Chicago, South and Southwest Suburbs. These students were selected into performing ensembles led by collegiate faculty members in their respective disciplines.

Senior Band

Kent Flores (French Horn)

Annie Ford (Trumpet)

Noelle Holt (Bb Clarinet)

Lorenzo Martinez (Trombone)

Sophie McManus (French Horn)

Niah Tibbs-Turner (Bb Clarinet)

Senior Jazz Band

Ahlier Velazquez - Jazz Band 1 (Baritone Sax)

Rocco Bonanotte - Jazz Band 2 (Trumpet)

Nathaniel Appelt - Jazz Band 3 (String/Electric Bass)

Josiah Hoehn - Jazz Band 3 (Jazz Trumpet)

Syenna Mayo - Jazz Band 3 (Jazz Trumpet)

Senior Chorus

Adelai Easter (Alto 1)

Madison Holly (Soprano 1)

Elhanan Jenkins (Bass 2)

Flannery Marak (Alto 1)

Marcus McGhee (Tenor 1)

Courtney Moore (Alto 2)

Wesley Schmidt (Bass 2)

Casey Siengo (Alto 2)

Bryce Stewart (Tenor 2)

Brooklyn Thomas (Alto 2)

Luke Wagner (Bass 1)

Senior Orchestra

Ben Labno (French Horn)

Francesca McGathey (Violin)

Ruby Mikulski (Viola)

Eric Nickerson (Cello)

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.

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.

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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