HF FYI

May 6-10 is Teacher Appreciation Week, and we're more than excited to celebrate the educators who, day in and day out, strive to put our Vikings toward paths of success. Aside from a host of activities planned this week to recognize and honor the work they do, check out what our students had to say to thank their teachers in a special way.

We also celebrate our school nurses, Ms. Parker and Ms. Leak, who go above and beyond when a student may not feel their best, or just needs a little extra care during the school day.

This Friday, May 10, we'll recognize and celebrate our Viking Seniors making their post-secondary plans official! Seniors, be sure to stop by the South Gym during Periods 3, 4 and 5. Whether you've opted for the trades, military, college/university, gap year or otherwise, we want to hear all about it!

Don't forget to stop by the alumni table for exciting giveaways and a chance to win a limited-edition alumni basket! Be sure to wear apparel that represents your post-secondary choice!

As we prepare to celebrate your post-HF plans, please complete this form by Thursday, May 9, so we can shout you out on HF social media (@hfhs59).

Are you a part of the Homewood Flossmoor Parents Association? Please note that the last meeting of the school year has been changed to next Thursday, May 16 at 7 p.m. at Copper Still (1961 Ridge Rd. in Homewood).

The HFPA is dedicated to assisting and enriching communications with HF families, staff, administration and the community for the overall success of the HF student body. Learn more here.

HF Superintendent Dr. Scott Wakeley announced his retirement during a faculty meeting last month. Effective at the end of the 2024-25 school year, Dr. Wakeley will conclude his education career that spans 34 years, including 20 years as a superintendent, with four of those leading Homewood-Flossmoor High School District 233.

The Board of Education has contracted with The Alma Advisory Group to conduct a search for our next Superintendent of Schools. A major part of the process is seeking input from stakeholders on the characteristics they would like to see in our next leader.

The "What's Your Vision for the Future of HF" engagement process includes several opportunities for community members to meet with The Alma Advisory Group consultant. Please mark your calendars for these opportunities. We hope you will join us to share your thoughts!

Season 2, Episode 8 of Walking the Path features 2003 HF Alum Scott Adametz, a multi Emmy Award-winning professional and the current Engineering Director for Ecosystem Security at Epic Games.

A 2007 graduate of the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana, his career spans media, sports, esports, and gaming. Before joining Epic Games, Scott was the Director of Infrastructure Engineering at Riot Games, where he focused on technology and production for esports events. He was a key figure in Project Stryker, a global remote production initiative, and was involved in major events for League of Legends and VALORANT.

Walking the path between the north and south buildings is a unique experience for Homewood-Flossmoor High School students. Superintendent Dr. Scott Wakeley walks the path with a member of our school community to learn about their Viking voyage and how the competencies of the Profile of a Viking are evident in their lives.

Akintunde (Tunde) Akinde; Eric Baker Jr.; Jacob Bonilla; Riley Curtis (not pictured); Brooklyn Inovskis; Anthony Reynoso; Andre Tucker; and Adekemi Williamson

Last month's book fair was a huge success! Partnering with Bookie's Chicago, 20% of the fair's sales, totaling $2,080, will now go toward the HFHS Friends of the Library Scholarship.

Congratulations to our Viking Broadcasting students who earned 6 awards AND placed 1st in two categories for State Champions at the MMEA State Video Festival. Check out the winners below!

1st Place, School TV Show: Oreoluwa Shodipo, Laila Dyer, Sommer Owens, Cameron Williams

The VTV Show

1st Place, Movie Trailer: Ashira Blakey

A Prom Ghost

4th Place, Talk Show: Theo Holloway & Douglas Austin

Basement Barstool

5th Place, Talk Show: Jasmen Walker

Viking Insight

4th Place, Public Service Announcement: Charlie Wachtel

Kindness

3rd Place, Documentary: Jasmen Walker

The Overlooked Mother

Did you catch HF on CBS Chicago last month? Our Vikings had the chance to participate in "April Food Day" with United Way of Metro Chicago! The donations support food security in the south-southwest suburbs.

What better way to celebrate your achievements than with a customized yard sign proudly displaying your accomplishment! We are thrilled to announce that HF has teamed up with Crossmark Printing, Inc., located in nearby Tinley Park, to bring you the perfect momento for your special day. Order now to ensure your sign is ready in time for the big day! Scan the code below or click here to order.

HF Summer Sports Camps provide student-athletes in our community with a foundation of fundamental skills, knowledge, character, leadership and love for athletics. Recognizing that while skills and drills are critical to the improvement of an athlete, making the sport fun is essential to developing the passion for the game. We hope you’ll join the tradition of HF athletics this summer by training and learning from some of the best coaches in high school athletics in some of the best facilities in the country! Register on hf.8to18.com. Browse the camp offerings in our brochure here.

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.

HF School Counseling Department held a webinar for families of rising 9-12th graders about the course selection process for next school year. A recording of the session has been uploaded to the HF website, and you can re-watch it here. Check out the 2024-25 Course Offerings here.

As the Class of 2028 prepares to begin their Viking Voyage, this guidebook provides all the information families and students need to get started. You can also re-watch the Course Selection Informational Meeting here. Please share this with any eighth graders and their families that will be Vikings next school year.

As you prepare to become a Viking, you may be interested in ways HF's Special Education Department can best serve a student's individual needs. Click here to watch the informational presentation by our Director of Special Education David Dore.

Meet members of the Flossmoor Police Department for coffee, community and conversation at the Flossmoor Starbucks (3760 Vollmer Road) this Friday, May 10 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

You're invited to an exciting Bike Rodeo hosted by the Flossmoor Fire Department, Flossmoor Police Department and the Illinois State Police Department this Saturday, May 11 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.! Swing by the Parker Junior High parking lot for a morning packed with bike safety fun. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned rider, all bike fans are welcome! Get ready for safety tips and bike and helmet checks, and even test your skills on the training course to showcase your bike safety knowledge. Plus, there will be fantastic giveaways up for grabs! Don't miss this chance to mingle with members from all three departments and gear up for a safe and enjoyable biking season.

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