Scroll down for more photos from our 2nd Annual Spring Kermes.

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Update from Superintendent Ongtengco

Dear Fenton Families,

We celebrate the Incredible Class of 2023 on Sunday. This group of seniors is the last to know what Fenton was like before the pandemic, and they’ve done an amazing job making sure the next three graduating classes know what is expected of them.

Dr. Bentsen addresses the Class of 2023

We will have more thoughts and photos in next week’s newsletter, but right now I want to urge the Class of 2023 to never stop learning. Whether it’s skills, academic, or social-emotional, you choosing to learn will open doors for you and enrich your life.

Graduates are encouraged to keep in touch by filling out the New Alumni Form to receive updates from Fenton High School. Click here to submit your contact information so we can send you news and other information.

Savanah receives a flower from Mrs. Ward at Graduation

On another topic, I want to give a huge Bison Shout Out to all our volunteers, sponsors, and attendees who made Fenton's 2nd Annual Spring Kermes (our third festival overall) such a success. We do this every September and every May, and all proceeds benefit Fenton students. I am in awe after seeing the support we received from our neighbors and local business community. We saw people of all backgrounds visit our stadium to enjoy authentic Latino food and music. Our soccer tournament was epic, and we cheered on so many 5K runners. This event unifies our community and provides joy to our children.

Kermes Soccer Champions

Special thanks to our corporate sponsors, who contributed in a variety of ways. Our 2023 Spring Kermes Sponsors are:
Bensenville Park District
Chicago White Metal Casting, Inc.
Grand Subaru
Arbor Management
Taco Tuesday
The UPS Store
Food Market La Chiquita
El Toreo Supermarket
Carnicerias Jimenez
La Huerta Super Market

A volunteer cooks food during the Spring Kermes 2023

I especially want to highlight Fenton Board Member Leo Figueroa, Columba Figuero, our Kermes Families, and Joe Vallez of the Bensenville Park District for all of their hard work and positivity. Organizing a fundraiser of this magnitude takes vision, patience, and a lot of time. Thank you to all!

Spring Kermes volunteers

If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to send an email to fentonhelp@fenton100.org

Let's Go Bison!

-- James Ongtengco, Superintendent

 

Final Exams Schedule

Below is a schedule for Fenton’s Semester 2 Final Exams. Each teacher has their own expectations for their class. Students should make sure they fully understand their teachers’ instructions.

Final Exams Schedule for Semester 2 of the 2022-2023 school year

Breakfast & Lunch
Breakfast will be available for students upon arrival. Grab and Go Lunch will be available as students depart.

Tutoring & Academic Support
Tutoring, academic support, or a quiet place to study will be available during testing hours in the ARC.

Final Exam Exemptions
Students will be notified if they are exempt from the final exam period by their teacher by Friday, May 19th. An email was sent to parents with instructions on how to check PowerSchool for potential class exemptions.

Calendario de Exámenes Finales para el Semestre 2 del año escolar 2022-2023

Dissecting Pigs

Students in AP Biology learned about the inner workings of pigs….literally. Pairing up into small groups, each team worked together on Wednesday, May 10 to dissect fetal pigs.

Students dissect a fetal pig

Students dissect a fetal pig

Students dissect a fetal pig

Choir students in the Graduating Class of 2023 post after their May 8 finale

Graduating Choir Students Finish on a High Note

Choir Director Mrs. Seredy Williams and several of the parents paid tribute to the graduating seniors in the choral program during Fenton’s May 8 Spring Concert. Mrs. Williams expressed her heartfelt gratitude for the many hours and late nights these students put forth in order to master their craft.

Congratulations and thank you to the following choir seniors…

 Olivia Beecroft     Hamza Chohan
 Madison De Jesus     Arabella Dinino
 Berenice Garfias     Delilah Johnson
 Gerald Logue     Mcaleigh Logue
 David Mathew     Diego Meza
 Ryan Mitchell     Alexa Moreno
 Sebastian Nieves     Tera Pabico
 Brandon Pauls     Ryan Peterson
 Naja Porter     Abby Punsalan
 Lydia Rihani     Angel Santiago
 Mia Silva     Kailianna Smith
 Aiden Torres     Jessica Van Leeuwen
 Emily Worwa     Natalie Worwa

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Fenton Faces Recipients Celebrated at Breakfast

Fenton High School has a recognition program we call "Fenton Faces." This program acknowledges dedicated students for their outstanding aptitude, participation, or specific contributions to a class.

Each department is asked to select a couple of students per 9-week grading period as its Fenton Face(s). The teacher nominating the student for this honor is asked to write a few sentences about the student and why they were selected.

Students selected in the second semester were honored during a breakfast before school on Tuesday, May 16. Partway through the breakfast, Principal Bentsen called up each student and he read the nomination from their teacher before awarding each student with a certificate.

 

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                                      Kermes a Huge Success

Thank you to all of the donors, volunteers, and attendees of Fenton’s 2nd Annual Spring Kermes on Saturday, May 6 in the Fenton's stadium.

Festivities began with a 5K walk/run, followed by a robust 3 vs 3 soccer tournament, a tour of the championship soccer trophy, performances from the Fenton mariachi band, guest performance from Grupo Norteno Band, kids games, and authentic Latino food all day long.

The variety of Latino food cooked on the spot was a huge attraction!

Thank you to all our sponsors, partners, and guest speakers -- especially the Bensenville Park District and State Representative Norma Hernandez.

All proceeds will go toward Fenton students.

To see a short video from the Kermes, watch the Facebook video below or click here to watch a Facebook Live video.




 

 

Fenton hosted two food trucks for Polish Constitution Day. 

Celebrating Polish Heritage

Students and staff celebrated Polish Constitution Day on Wednesday May 3rd by enjoying authentic Polish food from two food trucks. The Polish Klub also had Polish music, games, and trivia in the Community Room.

 

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Then on Thursday, May 4, Fenton celebrated Polish Heritage during our Bilingual Parent Outreach Program meeting. Several performers, including dance group Juchasi, shared their talents and showcased their beautiful culture in front of a live audience.

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To see some of the performances, watch the Facebook video below or click here to watch a Facebook Live video.

 

Students, staff, and performers pose after a Polish Heritage Night performance.

Hiking Club poses at Lincoln Park Zoo with Chicago skyline behind them.

Touring the Skyline and Lincoln Park Zoo

Fenton’s Hiking Club enjoyed a trip to Lincoln Park Zoo on Sunday, April 30. Students walked the lakefront trail, saw lion cubs, seal training, and visited the oldest tree in Chicago before it was cut down the next day.

Fenton Hosts Upstate Eight Lit Fest

Schools from all over the Western Suburbs traveled to Fenton High School on Friday, April 28 to participate in the Upstate Eight Lit Fest. Students submitted original works for award consideration, attended several guest lectures, and participated in workshop sessions.

Fenton took the spotlight several times during the closing awards ceremony. Congratulations to…

Lucy Johnson
1st Place for Poetry Slam

Sarah Guerrero Gorostieta
Critic's Choice Drama for “The Flower of Twenty-One Petals”

Jadyn Golz
Honorable Mention Poetry for “Drowning”
Honorable Mention Poetry for “Ode to the Other Colors”
Honorable Mention Personal Essay for “Titanic”

Olivia Beecroft
Honorable Mention Poetry for “If a Dress Could Speak”

Joanelis Rivera Matos
Critic's Choice Drama for “Across the Sea”

Fenton's Upstate Eight Lit Fest Winners

Patrick Escobedo addresses the entire Upstate Eight Conference

The Upstate Eight Lit Fest was held at Fenton this year

Kamil Markowski signs to play soccer in college

Kamil Markowski Signs to Play Soccer in College

Fenton senior Kamil Markowski recently decided to continue his soccer career at Tiffin University, an NCAA Division II school located in Tiffin, Ohio. Kamil played center back for the Fenton Bison.

“I want to give a big thank you to Coach Ruiz,” Kamil said. “Being coached by him and being named captain of his team is something I will cherish forever. He has helped me become a better player, person, and leader on and off the field. Coach Ruiz believed in me even when I couldn’t see it sometimes.”
Kamil Markowski dribbles the soccer ball

Kamil was a vital part of the Fenton boys soccer program winning back-to-back Regional Championships in 2021 and 2022. Coach Ruiz said the achievement is due in large part because of Kamil’s leadership, and his ability to make others around him better and more confident.

Friends and teammates are important to Kamil. He thanked them for their support throughout his high school and soccer careers.

“I would also like to thank my father, who has always been my number one supporter my whole life,” Kamil said. “He has always taught me to never give up and never give anything less than my best.”

Congratulations, Kamil!

Boys Volleyball Honors Graduating Seniors

Coach Adam Bloniarz and the rest of the boys volleyball program recognized their three graduating seniors before a home game on Thursday, May 11. Congratulations to Eli Johnson, Bernardo Misiunas, Alan Lopez, and their families.

Seniors on the boys volleyball team were honored at center court with their families

Eli Johnson and his family make their way to center court during Senior Night

Bernardo Misiunas and his family make their way to center court during Senior Night

Alan Lopez and his family make their way to center court during Senior Night

Welcoming the Class of 2027 to Bison Football

The next generation of Bison are ready to hit the gridiron!!! Huge shout out to our 8th grade families from Wood Dale Junior High and Blackhawk Middle School for attending our incoming freshmen football open house on Wednesday, May 3. Coach McNally and Coach Sabala are excited to get started!

A group photo during the Incoming Freshmen Football Open House

Coach Shane McNally talks to 8th graders during the Incoming Freshmen Football Open House

8th graders ask questions during the Incoming Freshmen Football Open House

Principal Bentsen introduces himself to an 8th grader during the Incoming Freshmen Football Open House

8th graders ask questions during the Incoming Freshmen Football Open House

8th graders flex their Bison shirts during the Incoming Freshmen Football Open House

Flier for Grand Subaru Fenton Foundation Clothing Drive

Students Transferring or Withdrawing

If you will be transferring your student from Fenton to a new school for next school year, please contact the Office of the Registrar to initiate the transfer of student records. Beth Damascus, our Registrar, can be reached via email at damascus@fenton100.org, or by phone at (630) 860-4794.

Noteworthy Dates:

May 18 -- Senior Awards, 6:30 pm
May 19 -- Prom
May 21 -- Graduation, 12 pm
May 24 -- Final Exam Day 1
May 24 -- Board of Education Meeting, 7 pm
May 25 -- Final Exam Day 2
May 26 -- Final Exam Day 3
June 12 -- Start of Summer School Session 1
July 5 -- Start of Summer School Session 2
August 16 -- First Day of School 2023-2024

Click here to view our Athletics Calendar on 8to18.com.