We are excited to welcome you to Blackhawk Primary Center’s Open House on Thursday, September 10th!
📚 Title I Meeting: 5:30 PM–6:00 PM
🏫 Open House: 6:00 PM–7:00 PM
Come meet your child’s teacher, visit the classroom, learn about what your child will be learning this year, and discover ways we can work together to support your child’s success.
We look forward to seeing our Blackhawk families and continuing to ELEVATE together!
📚 Title I Meeting: 5:30 PM–6:00 PM
🏫 Open House: 6:00 PM–7:00 PM
Come meet your child’s teacher, visit the classroom, learn about what your child will be learning this year, and discover ways we can work together to support your child’s success.
We look forward to seeing our Blackhawk families and continuing to ELEVATE together!
📢 No School Reminder
Blackhawk Families,
This is a friendly reminder that there will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day.
School will resume on Tuesday, September 8th, which will be a 12:30 PM Early Dismissal Day.
Blackhawk Families,
This is a friendly reminder that there will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day.
School will resume on Tuesday, September 8th, which will be a 12:30 PM Early Dismissal Day.
Hello SD 163 Families!
Please see the important communication from Dr. Ericka Patterson, Superintendent of Schools, as it relates to the start of the 2026 - 2027 School year.
Blackhawk Kindergarten Families!
We are excited to invite all of our incoming kindergarten students and their families to our Unpack the Backpack event!
📅 Friday, August 14, 2026
🕞 3:30 PM–4:30 PM
📍 Blackhawk Primary Center
This is a wonderful opportunity for your child to:
✨ Bring and organize their school supplies
🏫 Visit their classroom
👩🏫 Meet their teacher
💙 Build confidence before the first day of school
We can't wait to welcome our newest Blackhawk Bulldogs and help make their transition to kindergarten fun, exciting, and stress-free!
We look forward to seeing you on Friday, August 14th. It's going to be a great start to an amazing school year!
We are excited to invite all of our incoming kindergarten students and their families to our Unpack the Backpack event!
📅 Friday, August 14, 2026
🕞 3:30 PM–4:30 PM
📍 Blackhawk Primary Center
This is a wonderful opportunity for your child to:
✨ Bring and organize their school supplies
🏫 Visit their classroom
👩🏫 Meet their teacher
💙 Build confidence before the first day of school
We can't wait to welcome our newest Blackhawk Bulldogs and help make their transition to kindergarten fun, exciting, and stress-free!
We look forward to seeing you on Friday, August 14th. It's going to be a great start to an amazing school year!
Holiday Program – December 18th! 🎄✨
Blackhawk Families, we are excited to share that our Holiday Program is right around the corner on December 18th! We will have two showtimes for families to attend:
⭐ 9:30 AM
⭐ 1:00 PM
Our students are working hard to prepare an amazing performance for you, and we can’t wait for you to see all of their effort and talent on stage!
We look forward to celebrating with you! 💙🖤
Blackhawk Families, we are excited to share that our Holiday Program is right around the corner on December 18th! We will have two showtimes for families to attend:
⭐ 9:30 AM
⭐ 1:00 PM
Our students are working hard to prepare an amazing performance for you, and we can’t wait for you to see all of their effort and talent on stage!
We look forward to celebrating with you! 💙🖤
Our Book Fair is coming up! 📚✨
The fair will run from November 17th through November 25th. Students will have the opportunity to shop daily during their scheduled times.
Please click the link below to learn more about our Book Fair. The site will show you how to prepare, what to expect, and even let you preview many of the books that will be available.
Thank you for supporting a love of reading at Blackhawk!
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/blackhawkschool
The fair will run from November 17th through November 25th. Students will have the opportunity to shop daily during their scheduled times.
Please click the link below to learn more about our Book Fair. The site will show you how to prepare, what to expect, and even let you preview many of the books that will be available.
Thank you for supporting a love of reading at Blackhawk!
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/blackhawkschool
Picture Day is Tuesday, November 11th!
A quick reminder that Tuesday, Nov. 11th is our school picture day. Order forms have already gone home with students for families who would like to purchase photos. Please send students ready with their best smiles! If you need another form, contact the office.
A quick reminder that Tuesday, Nov. 11th is our school picture day. Order forms have already gone home with students for families who would like to purchase photos. Please send students ready with their best smiles! If you need another form, contact the office.
Hi Blackhawk Families,
A quick reminder that there is no school on Monday, November 10, 2025 in observance of Veterans Day. Classes resume on Tuesday. Thank you to all who have served and continue to serve our country.
A quick reminder that there is no school on Monday, November 10, 2025 in observance of Veterans Day. Classes resume on Tuesday. Thank you to all who have served and continue to serve our country.
Blackhawk Families,
Next week, we’ll be celebrating Red Ribbon Week — a fun time for students to show their school spirit and focus on making healthy choices each day.
📣 The Spirit Week flyer is attached with all the daily themes and activities!
🍂 Fall Festival Fun! 🍁
Blackhawk Primary Center families — we would love for you to join us for our Fall Festival celebration!
📅 Date: Friday, November 24, 2025
🕥 Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: 21st Century
This event will be filled with fun, laughter, and seasonal activities for our students to enjoy! Just a reminder that this event is for School District 163 students only.
Parents are welcome to meet us at 21st Century to share in the fun and celebrate alongside our students!
Blackhawk Primary Center families — we would love for you to join us for our Fall Festival celebration!
📅 Date: Friday, November 24, 2025
🕥 Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: 21st Century
This event will be filled with fun, laughter, and seasonal activities for our students to enjoy! Just a reminder that this event is for School District 163 students only.
Parents are welcome to meet us at 21st Century to share in the fun and celebrate alongside our students!
Camp Read-Aloud Family Night!
We are so excited for Reading Night! We can’t wait to see each and every one of our families for our fun “Camp Read-Aloud” adventure. Get ready for stories around the (pretend) campfire, cozy reading fun, and lots of smiles as we celebrate the joy of reading together!
We are so excited for Reading Night! We can’t wait to see each and every one of our families for our fun “Camp Read-Aloud” adventure. Get ready for stories around the (pretend) campfire, cozy reading fun, and lots of smiles as we celebrate the joy of reading together!
Blackhawk Families,
This is a reminder that there is no school for students tomorrow, Tuesday, October 7th for Teacher Institute Day! Classes will resume on Wednesday, October 8th at our regular scheduled time. Breakfast starts at 7:55am & classes will start promptly at 8:15am.
Thank you,
Ms. Pumphrey
This is a reminder that there is no school for students tomorrow, Tuesday, October 7th for Teacher Institute Day! Classes will resume on Wednesday, October 8th at our regular scheduled time. Breakfast starts at 7:55am & classes will start promptly at 8:15am.
Thank you,
Ms. Pumphrey
Come join us for a cozy Reading Night!
We’re going on a camping adventure filled with stories and fun.
🗓️ Date: Thursday, October 16th
⏰ Time: 6:00–7:00 PM
👕 Dress Code: Wear your pajamas and get comfy!
🌟 Enjoy: Snacks • Reading Fun • Raffles • And More!
Bring your love of books and your camping spirit—we can’t wait to see you there!
We’re going on a camping adventure filled with stories and fun.
🗓️ Date: Thursday, October 16th
⏰ Time: 6:00–7:00 PM
👕 Dress Code: Wear your pajamas and get comfy!
🌟 Enjoy: Snacks • Reading Fun • Raffles • And More!
Bring your love of books and your camping spirit—we can’t wait to see you there!
Hello Blackhawk Families, Tuesday, September 30th is an early dismissal day! Students will be served lunch & dismissed at 12:30pm. Please ensure there is someone to pick up your child by 12:30pm or receive them after getting off the bus. Have a great weekend!
Mark your calendars for September 18, 2025!
Title 1 Meeting: 5:30 PM
Open House: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Come see your child’s classroom, meet their teacher, and check out all the amazing learning happening this year!
We can’t wait to see ALL of our families there!
Title 1 Meeting: 5:30 PM
Open House: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Come see your child’s classroom, meet their teacher, and check out all the amazing learning happening this year!
We can’t wait to see ALL of our families there!
Hello Blackhawk Families, Tuesday, September 9th is an early dismissal day! Students will be served lunch & dismissed at 12:30pm. Please ensure there is someone to pick up your child by 12:30pm or receive them after getting off the bus. Have a great weekend!
You’re Invited to Open House!
Blackhawk Families,
We are excited to welcome all families to our Open House on Thursday, September 18th from 6:00–7:00 PM. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet your child’s teacher, see their classroom, and learn more about what this school year will bring.
Prior to Open House, we will host our Title I Meeting from 5:30–6:00 PM. We encourage all families to attend to learn more about the resources and supports available through our Title I program.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Blackhawk Families,
We are excited to welcome all families to our Open House on Thursday, September 18th from 6:00–7:00 PM. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet your child’s teacher, see their classroom, and learn more about what this school year will bring.
Prior to Open House, we will host our Title I Meeting from 5:30–6:00 PM. We encourage all families to attend to learn more about the resources and supports available through our Title I program.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Hello Blackhawk Families,
Monday, September 1, 2025 is no school due to the observance of Labor Day! Classes will resume on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. On September 2nd our students can enter the building for breakfast at 7:50am and our school day begins at 8:15am.
Monday, September 1, 2025 is no school due to the observance of Labor Day! Classes will resume on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. On September 2nd our students can enter the building for breakfast at 7:50am and our school day begins at 8:15am.
Starting school is a big milestone for our youngest learners, and giving them a chance to visit before the first day helps make that transition smoother, more comfortable, and more successful. Our Kindergarten students are being invited to "Unpack the Backpack". I am excited to see our Kindergarten students and families! Join us at Blackhawk Primary Center, located at 130 Blackhawk Drive, Park Forest, Illinois 60466, on Tuesday, August 19th, from 3:15 pm-4:15 pm.
Dear Blackhawk Families,
Welcome back! I hope you all had a restful and joyful summer. We are excited to begin a brand-new school year filled with learning, growth, and meaningful experiences.
At Blackhawk Primary Center, we remain committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where every child can thrive. This year, we continue to SOAR by being Safe, On time, Accountable, and Respectful in all that we do.
We are looking forward to partnering with you to support your child’s academic and social development. Let’s work together to make this a successful and memorable year for all our students.
Please click on the link to access the August/September Parent Newsletter.
https://secure.smore.com/n/7qg5z
Welcome back! I hope you all had a restful and joyful summer. We are excited to begin a brand-new school year filled with learning, growth, and meaningful experiences.
At Blackhawk Primary Center, we remain committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where every child can thrive. This year, we continue to SOAR by being Safe, On time, Accountable, and Respectful in all that we do.
We are looking forward to partnering with you to support your child’s academic and social development. Let’s work together to make this a successful and memorable year for all our students.
Please click on the link to access the August/September Parent Newsletter.
https://secure.smore.com/n/7qg5z