HF FYI

Classes resume on Monday, April 7.

Oops! After it went to print, we noticed a color-coding error related to Spring Break on the calendar in the Viking Voice newsletter. The newsletter should be arriving in mailboxes this week. Spring Break takes place Monday, March 31-Friday, April 4, with classes resuming on Monday, April 7. You can print the corrected calendar using the PDF File here. Thank you for understanding!

They did it! Congrats to our Vikings on taking home the Division 3 State Basketball Championship!

The Posse Foundation Scholarship is a prestigious, full-tuition leadership scholarship awarded to diverse groups of outstanding students who demonstrate exceptional leadership potential and academic excellence. The foundation partners with top colleges and universities to provide scholars with comprehensive support, including mentorship, career development, and a strong peer network.

We're excited to have three of our Vikings receive the Posse Scholarship!

• Pedro Lugo, attending Whitman College in Washington to study Psychology with a Minor in Law.
• Rickie Lockett II, also attending Whitman College to study Psychology and Minor in Finance.
• Vianney Martinez, attending Pomona College in California to study Art and Cognitive Science.

Beyond college, the program continues to support alumni through professional opportunities, ensuring long-term success in their careers and communities. We're super proud of our Vikings as they get ready to start their next chapters of education!

Congrats to HF's Speech and Debate Teams! The Vikings visited Downers Grove South High School on Saturday to compete at the NSDA National Qualifier. Debate won the District Championship and Speech took home 4th Place!

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!

From Baseball to Cheerleading to Wrestling and more, stay tuned as camps soon open for registration. We can't wait to have our Vikings and Future Vikings here this summer!

It’s chilly outside, but the summer heat is just around the corner. You can cool off at HF and sign up for Summer School 2025!

Students interested in attending Summer School, who haven't already signed up for the class in School Links, will need to contact their counselor to let them know they would like to take a Summer School class.

Learn about summer school course offerings, registration and more in the 2025 Summer School Brochure.

Interested in taking Driver's Ed at HF? We're excited to offer Classroom Instruction and Behind-the-Wheel (for students turning 16 on or before November 1, and sophomore status) again this summer. Pre-Registration began on Monday, February 3.

Learn more about Driver's Ed offerings in our 2025 Summer School Brochure as well. And as always, drive safely HF!

2nd Semester is here, and that means it's already time to start preparing for next school year's classes. Check out this webinar hosted by IB Coordinator Ms. Day and Guidance Department Lead Dr. Olowe for all you need to know about Course Selections for the 2025-26 school year. Watch the webinar here.

Congrats to HF Social Worker Mrs. Jocelyn Cowan’s on passing the Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW) exam! This significant milestone further highlights her expertise and commitment to providing high-quality support to students. The LCSW demonstrates that her clinical skills align with best practices in delivering evidence-based services and ensuring effective and ethical interventions.

"Jocelyn’s dedication to professional growth directly enhances her care and advocacy, making a lasting impact on the HF school community," says Guidance Department Lead Dr. Olowe. "It also reinforces her ability to make informed decisions in the best interest of students, helping them navigate challenges with the appropriate level of care. Her LCSW certification strengthens her capacity to assess student needs accurately and make appropriate referrals, ensuring that students receive the specialized support necessary for their well-being and success." We're happy to have you at HF, Mrs. Cowan!

Parents and guardians play a crucial role in shaping the educational experience for their children. That’s why we encourage all families to participate in the 5Essentials Survey, an important tool that helps schools identify strengths and areas for growth.

What is the 5Essentials Survey?

The 5Essentials Survey gathers feedback from parents, students, and staff to assess five key areas that contribute to school success:

1. Effective Leaders – Strong leadership that fosters a positive school culture
2. Collaborative Teachers – Educators who work together to improve instruction
3. Involved Families – Strong school-home partnerships
4. Supportive Environment – A safe, welcoming, and engaging school climate
5. Ambitious Instruction – High expectations and rigorous academic opportunities

Why Should You Participate?

Your input helps school leaders make informed decisions to enhance student learning and well-being. A higher response rate provides a clearer picture of the school environment and ensures your voice is heard.

How to Take the Survey

The survey is confidential and only takes about 10 minutes to complete. Take the survey here before March 28, 2025 to share your thoughts.

Your feedback makes a difference! Let’s work together to ensure the best educational experience for all students. Take the 5Essentials Survey today!

From yard signs to cut-outs and more, don't forget to shop our online store with Crossmark to show off your support of the Viking in your life! Shop the store today.

Join in the 18th Annual Flossmoor St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 15! This parade throughout the Flossmoor Park neighborhood begins and ends at the Flossmoor Community Church’s Community House, (847 Hutchison Road). Lineup starts at 12:30 p.m., and the parade will kick off promptly at 1 p.m. Participants are invited to watch or march. Strollers, bicycles and leashed pets are all welcome; green attire is encouraged!

Shop Local, Shop Indoors! Join the Village of Homewood’s Indoor Farmers Market, the last Saturday of every month (Jan–Apr), from 8 a.m. to noon! Fresh food, unique finds, & homemade treasures await—don’t miss out!

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