Jazz Ensemble at Wolves Game

4/20/2025 6:08 am

The HMS jazz ensemble entertained hockey fans at the Chicago Wolves game yesterday evening. The students enjoyed the exciting game afterwards, and the legendary Wayne Messmer graciously stopped by to thank and greet our students!

Order School Supplies for 2025-26 by June 1st

4/19/2025 11:00 am

Order your HMS school supplies online now until June 1st. They will be conveniently shipped directly to your home. Click HERE to order. Enter school ID HIN022. See flyer below for details. Email schoolsupplies@hmspto.org for questions.

Teacher Appreciation Week May 5-9th

4/19/2025 10:55 am

Teacher Appreciation Week will be celebrated during the week of May 5-9th. The PTO staff appreciation committee has included a couple opportunities for our HMS families to contribute! 

The staff lounge will be stocked with a variety of snacks and drinks all week long. We are asking for donations to be dropped off on Friday, May 2nd. Sign up HERE.

We are also bringing back our beloved potluck for ALL staff to enjoy on Wednesday, May 7th. The diversity of food options makes this a staff favorite! Food will need to be dropped off/delivered by 10:30am. Please consider signing up HERE.

Please email Denys/Marni at staffapp@hmspto.org to arrange an alternative drop off date/location for snacks or to make a monetary donation toward these two events. Your family will be acknowledged for any contributions. We are grateful for your participation in making our dedicated HMS teachers and staff feel celebrated and recognized!

8th Grade Celebration

4/19/2025 10:45 am

We truly appreciate your continued enthusiasm and support in helping make the end of 8th grade a memorable experience for our students.

Two 7th grade parents still NEEDED to help pass out programs at graduation. Please consider signing up HERE.

8th Grade Graduation Party: Bowlero in Woodridge on Thursday, May 29th from 12–2:00pm.

Graduation Ceremony: Friday, May 30th at HMS begins 5:30pm.

Questions? Email Sandra Meltzer/Divya Sharma (8th Grade Graduation Co-Chairs) at graduation@hmspto.org.

***The incorrect Bowlero date was published in last week's e-blast.

National Animal Therapy Day, April 30th

4/19/2025 10:40 am

What are your plans after school on Wednesday, April 30th? Let's celebrate National Therapy Animal Day! Stop by the 3rd St bus loop near the blue Windhover sculpture and visit Bailey, a 2 year old sheltie therapy dog. Learn more about how animals can positively impact people's lives. Interested in becoming a volunteer team member? Come visit us to get more information on 4/30!

Walk the Walk for Mental Health on May 18th

4/19/2025 10:30 am

Take a step toward hope, healing, and mental wellness at this one-mile Color Walk, raising funds for equitable access to life-changing mental health services for children, young adults, and families in our community.

The Big Blue Shoe trophy and a donation to the D181 Foundation in our school’s name is up for grabs! Join the HMS team when you register HERE to walk. 

Together we can create a community of support and understanding while raising awareness about the importance of mental health services. LET’S GO Spartans!!

Hinsdale Central's Girls Basketball Summer Camp

4/19/2025 10:13 am

We are excited to announce that Hinsdale Central High School will be hosting a Girls Basketball Camp June 2-6th from 2-4:00p. This camp is open to incoming 1st- incoming 8th graders who are interested in developing their basketball skills and learning from the experienced HCHS coaching staff and players.

The camp will be led by HCHS Girls Head Basketball Coach, Brett Moore, his staff, and current players (most of them are HMS Alums!). The camp is designed to provide a fun and challenging environment where players can improve their basketball skills and develop important life skills such as teamwork, leadership, and sportsmanship. Hinsdale Central Girls Basketball finished 22nd in the state last season!

The camp will focus on developing fundamental basketball skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense. Players of all skill levels are welcome – there will be something for a beginner all the way to an advanced player. Additionally, the camp will include team games and scrimmages to help players develop their understanding of team concepts and strategies.

Registration for the camp is now open and can be completed online HERE. This camp sold out last year and will sell out again this year so REGISTER TODAY! See FLYER for details.
We hope to see your player on the court this summer for a great experience at the Hinsdale Central Girls Basketball Camp!

Mary Poppins at Hinsdale Central Begins 4/24

4/19/2025 10:00 am

The wind’s in the east and magic’s in the air… Mary Poppins arrives next weekend on Hinsdale Central’s stage! Come see everyone’s favorite practically perfect nanny in a musical adventure that’s supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! And don’t dash off after Sunday’s show— your Sunday ticket gets you into the Jolly Holiday party complete with stage tours, cast meet and greets and sweet treats! Tickets can be purchased HERE.

Final PTO Meeting, 5/2

4/2/2025 5:00 pm

Save the date for our final PTO meeting on Friday, May 2nd at 9am (MRC) with specials guests from College Bound Consulting.Two representatives, including HMS parent Allison Peters, will share insights on what parents need to know to set their students up for success in high school and beyond.

Due to this topic's popularity, we are offering a Zoom option for parents who cannot attend in-person. Secure your spot by dialing in early since we have limited room via Zoom. Join Zoom meeting HERE. (Meeting ID: 830 8697 1890, Passcode: 7BpgSF)

Our regular committee reports will follow, in addition to announcing the new PTO Exec Board for the 2025/26 school year.

Community Speaker Series Presents Harlan Cohen

4/2/2025 3:00 pm

Registration is now open for the final event of the Community Speaker Series season! We are thrilled to welcome New York Times bestselling author and college success expert, Harlan Cohen, to our community. He will share his advice for achieving success by getting comfortable with the uncomfortable.

NEW for this event: Bring your teens! Teenage students are welcome and encouraged to attend our evening event on Tuesday, April 29 at 7:00pm in the Hinsdale Central Auditorium. We will also offer a second presentation for parents on Wednesday, April 30 at 9:00am at The Community House. As always, our events are free and open to all. Come out to connect, learn and enjoy!

Please note: We anticipate a strong turnout for these events and ask that you arrive early to allow ample time for parking and seating so that we can begin our events promptly and provide our audience with the maximum amount of time with Harlan.

Tuesday, April 29, 7:00pm-8:30pm, REGISTER HERE.

Wednesday, April 30, 9:00am-10:30am, REGISTER HERE.

Harlan Cohen has visited over 500 high school and college campuses, helping students, parents, and professionals navigate change and get comfortable with the uncomfortable. He is the author of seven books, including Win or Learn: The Naked Truth About Turning Every Rejection into Your Ultimate Success and The Naked Roommate: And 107 Other Issues You Might Run into In College. Harlan has over 1.5 million followers across his social media accounts and hosts The Harlan Cohen Podcast. See FLYER for more details.