News from District 153
An e-newsletter for our community: Nov. 11, 2021
DISTRICT 153 OBSERVES VETERANS DAY
Why Are Schools Open Today?
We hope you enjoy these videos that will help explain what our students are learning about today.
Our hearts are full of gratitude for all those who served or are currently serving our country.
Photo: Veterans Day in District 153 began this morning with a flag raising ceremony at James Hart School with our friends from Homewood's VFW 8077 Post.
HSD153: Veterans Day 2021 Part 1
The Battle of Fort McHenry, through Francis Scott Key's Eyes
HSD153: Veterans Day 2021 Part 2
Halloween Happens!
Despite the pandemic and the rain, Churchill and Willow School students and staff turned into crayons, superheroes, princesses and characters of all sorts for some Halloween fun on October 29th.
Pink Panthers
At James Hart School, students and staff wore pink on October 29th in observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and in support of 8th-grade math teacher, Amy Lewandowski, who is fighting the disease.
Willow School Preschoolers Take the Learning Outside
Willow School's pre-kindergartners welcomed loved ones to their "pumpkin patch" on October 22nd for a story and pumpkin decorating.
A week later, they were planting tulip bulbs outside the school. We can't wait to see the fruits of their efforts in the future!
Congratulations, Dr. Sara Schnoor!
District 153 is proud to announce that Churchill School Principal Sara Schnoor has successfully defended her dissertation. Way to go, Dr. Schoor!
Hansen Retires After 20 Years
On October 29, District 153 sent off Student Support Services secretary Cathy Hansen into a well-earned retirement. Best wishes, Cathy. You will be missed.
FOR YOUR INFORMATION
PTA Lou Malnati's Fundraiser: DEADLINE TO ORDER EXTENDED TO SUNDAY, NOV. 14th
Your pizza coupons will arrive in time for holiday gift-giving!
HF High School Present the Lion King, Jr. Nov. 17,18,19
Click above for more details about Homewood-Flossmoor Community High School's annual children’s play. Disney’s The Lion King, Jr. will run at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17, through Friday, Nov. 19, in the school’s Mall Auditorium. Tickets — $10/adult, $5/student/senior — will be sold online for the performances. Masks will be required.
Visit District 153's Virtual Backpack
Don't forget to check our Virtual Backpack from time-to-time for more activities and events for you and your family.
About Us
Homewood School District 153 is the proud home of the James Hart Panthers, Churchill Bulldogs and Willow Wildcats.
Email: shelley.peck@hsd153.org
Website: hsd153.org
Location: 18205 Aberdeen Street, Homewood, IL, 60430
Phone: 708-799-8721
Facebook: facebook.com/hsd153
Twitter: @Homewood153