To return to a sense of empathy and sharing, faculty and staff at Homewood-Flossmoor High School have been going through training sessions with the Front Porch Initiative that lists its specialty as helping to develop conversation, commonality and community.
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Outstanding record could lead H-F girls basketball to top prize
The Homewood-Flossmoor High School girls varsitybasketball team has started its seasonwith a 8-1 record. (Provided photo) The girls varsity basketball team at Homewood-Flossmoor High School has kicked off the season with an outstanding 8-1 record. Some games, like the 50-49 win over Simeon High of Chicago, have been close, while others,[Read More…]
H-F board extends supt’s contract on 4-3 vote
Homewood-Flossmoor High School Superintendent Von Mansfield’s contract was extended to June 2022 on a 4-3 vote at the District 233 board meeting Dec. 17.
H-F coach Mark Thompson selected Illinois Lacrosse Person of the Year
The Illinois Lacrosse High School Coaches Association has selected Homewood resident Mark Thompson as the Illinois Lacrosse Person of the Year. He is the 2019 Illinois representative to the national organization. Thompson, head lacrosse coach at Homewood-Flossmoor High School, was selected from a list of nominees by coaches from across[Read More…]
H-F grad works his way to Stanford through PSC
Prairie State College made a difference in the life of Homewood resident Cahron Cross, who this fall will be enrolled at Stanford University, one of the nation’s top institutions of higher education.
H-F star pitcher Schlaffer celebrates draft by Cubs
Tyler Schlaffer has been a fan of the Chicago Cubs from the sandbox. Ever since he was little, the Homewood-Flossmoor High School alumnus dreamed of playing for that major league baseball team. Now he’s celebrating his literal dream come true, after being drafted by the Cubs in early June.
H-F grad recalls journey to appearance on TV’s ‘The Voice’
On stage, Janelle Butler goes by Oliv Blu. The name is based on a decision that, like most of her artistic identity, can be tied directly to the life experiences that have shaped her. “When she was a baby, Janelle used to beat box,” said Dana Butler, mother of the H-F graduate, who was a[Read More…]
Live United helps H-F High end year on positive note
After a turbulent month of dealing with a racial incident triggered by four students wearing blackface, a group of students organized Live United, a campaign designed to bring students together.
H-F science teacher nominated for national honor
Homewood-Flossmoor High School science teacher Stephen Banasiak has been nominated for the prestigious National Science Foundation’s Presidential Award for Excellence in Teaching of Science and Mathematics. Through his classes, the teacher gives students an understanding of scientific principles through a hands-on approach.
H-F student to lead division of Midwest Jewish youth organization
Louis Berman, a junior at Homewood-Flossmoor High School, was elected to serve as president of the boys division for the Great Midwest Region of BBYO, the leading pluralistic Jewish teen movement.
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