Flossmoor School District 161 is preparing to implement a districtwide artificial intelligence plan aimed at guiding the responsible use of AI in classrooms and administrative settings beginning in the 2026-27 school year. The Board of Education reviewed the proposed Artificial Intelligence Plan during its May 11 meeting as part of[Read More…]
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Soaring into STEAM at Serena Hills Elementary School
On a bright, breezy afternoon, students at Serena Hills Elementary School in Flossmoor experienced the kind of learning that literally lifts off the page! Led by Golden Apple Award-winning teacher Andrea Beaty, third grade students participated in a hands-on STEAM project focused on the science of flying kites. In the[Read More…]
Flossmoor, District 161 formalize police-school reporting agreement
Flossmoor village officials have approved an intergovernmental agreement with Flossmoor School District 161 that formalizes how school administrators and police share information related to student safety, criminal activity and truancy, as permitted under state and federal law. The agreement establishes a reciprocal reporting system between the district and the Flossmoor[Read More…]
D161 student art showcase May 6-8
Flossmoor School District 161 will showcase student art work from May 6 through May 8 at Normandy Villa, 41 E. Elmwood Drive in Chicago Heights. The Visual Arts Expo will include a reception for student artists from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6. Community members can view art[Read More…]
District 161 approves adding a full-day prekindergarten program
The Flossmoor District 161 school board found a solution to its need for more pre-kindergarten services. At its April 27 meeting the board accepted a plan that will be cost-neutral while creating a full-day Preschool for All program at Flossmoor Hills School. At its March meeting, the board discussed how[Read More…]
District 161 superintendent search shifting into high gear
By mid-May, representatives of BWP Associates will be giving District 161 school board members a look at candidates for the superintendent’s position. Superintendent Dana Smith announced to the board in February that he would be stepping down after nine years with the district. He has been named superintendent for Community[Read More…]
Flossmoor School District 161 schools earn national recognition for building culture of belonging
Flossmoor School District 161 announced on Tuesday, April 28, that Flossmoor Hills Elementary School and Serena Hills Elementary School have both been named 2025–2026 Capturing Kids’ Hearts® National Showcase Schools. The national recognition highlights each school’s intentional focus on relationships, student engagement and creating a positive learning environment. Under the[Read More…]
04.15.2026 | What You Need To Know Today
D161 Superintendent Search Survey. The Flossmoor School District 161 Board of Education is inviting members of the community to share thoughts about you to complete a survey to assist with our current Superintendent search. The board invites the community to help craft “a leadership profile outlining the professional and personal characteristics required[Read More…]
D161 seeks community input for superintendent search
The Flossmoor School District 161 Board of Education on Tuesday, April 14, sent an invitation seeking input from members of the community on the current search for a new superintendent. The board is inviting the community to help craft “a leadership profile outlining the professional and personal characteristics required to be[Read More…]
Flossmoor board unanimously approves one-way street changes near Western Avenue School
Flossmoor officials have approved changes to traffic patterns near Western Avenue School and Flossmoor Park, converting two nearby streets into one-way routes in an effort to improve safety. The Village Board voted unanimously to approve the plan, which designates Vardon Place as a one-way street westbound from Western Avenue to[Read More…]
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