News & Announcements

Chicago Bears Classroom Legend Mike Doody poses with former player Christian Jones and mascot Staley Da Bear.

Teacher Mike Doody Recognized as Chicago Bears Classroom Legend

Hilda Walker 6th Grade Math Teacher surprised with award during presentation dubbed “Operation Bear Down”

Summit Hill Educational Foundation Presents Trunk or Treat Come and have some spooky fun! October 24, 2026 12:00-2:00 PM Dr. Julian Rogus School 20027 88th Ave., Frankfort Free of charge family event Purchase a trick or treat bag Donations and candy sponsors are welcome! Email SHEF if interested. Cash prizes for top 3 trunks. Please RSVP for planning purposes. Questions? Email shefboard@gmail.com.

SHEF Trunk or Treat

Saturday, Oct. 24, Noon-2p at DJR

SHEF Tee Up for Students Thank you to our sponsors Eagle Sponsorship NEUCO, American Creative Enterprises LLC, King Family Hole Sponsorship PTMA Financial Solutions Donors 19th Hole-Mokena, Beem-Frankfort, City of Countryside, Fuller's Car Wash- Mokena, Golf Facility, Golf Galaxy, Hailstorm Brewing Co., Jeffrey LaMorte Salon & Spa-Frankfort, Nothing Bunt Cakes, PGA Superstore, Performance Detailing, Royal Salt Cave, Silver Lake Golf Club, Stretch Lab, Sweet Frog

SHEF Golf Outing Raises $3,000+

Thank you to SHEF, the sponsors, and everyone who golfed in this year’s event!

Graphic that says Congratulations to Our Retirees with headshots of Lisa Drenner, Marybeth Egan, Rhonda Furmanek, Linda Leodoro, Cathi McNeil, and Laura Meagher.

Best Wishes to Our Retirees!

They combined for 158 years of service to SHSD161!

Tom Skilling at Indian Trail School with school mascot Scout.

Legendary Meteorologist Tom Skilling Visits Indian Trail School

Trailblazer students featured in WGN TV story

Summit Hill School District 161 Family Movie Night - "Toy Story" Join us for a free movie under the stars! Thursday, October 8, 6p Dr. Julian Rogus School 20027 S. 88th Ave., Frankfort Event will take place on the blacktop play surface behind the school after the RESCO Party on the Playground! Movie will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. Families are invited to bring chairs, blankets, coolers, snacks, and drinks (alcohol is not permitted on school property).

Family Movie Night: Toy Story

Thursday, October 8, 6p at DJR

Four SHSD161 staff members were honored during the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) 2026 Those Who Excel & Teacher of the Year Awards Banquet in Bloomington-Normal this weekend.

SHSD161 staff members honored at ISBE Awards Banquet

The Those Who Excel & Teacher of the Year Awards Banquet celebrated excellence in education in Illinois

ISBE Award Winners

Four SHSD161 Staffers Recognized by ISBE

Awardees to be honored at Those Who Excel & Teacher of the Year Awards Banquet in April

Chick-fil-A Join us for a Cook's Night Off to support RESCO Wednesday, Sept. 16 All Day 6:30am to 10pm Order online using code RESCO or bring this flyer into the store Thank you for supporting our school! A portion of sales from orders will be donated to RESCO.

RESCO Chick-fil-A Fundraiser

Wednesday, Sept. 16, All Day

2026-2027 Back to School Calendar SHSD161 Aug. 13 9a-4p Supply Drop-Off at SHJH, HW, IT, and DJR Grades 1-4 Aug. 14 Bus Driver Meet & Greet Regular bus route stops at times designated in PowerSchool Aug. 20 First Day of School for Grades 1-8 Supply Drop-Off/Meet & Greet for DJR Kindergarten & MDELC (EC/Pre-K Aug. 21 First Day of School for DJR Kindergarten & MDELC (EC/Pre-K) Curriculum Nights 6:30-7:45PM Open House Thursday, Aug. 20 - IT and DJR Grades 1-4 Monday, Aug. 24 - SHJH Grades 7&8 Tuesday, Aug. 25 - HW Grades 5&6 Thursday, Aug. 27 - DJR Kindergarten Thursday, Aug. 27 - MDELC (EC/Pre-K)

Back to School Calendar

Time to mark your calendars, Summit Hill!

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