Call To Action Showcase

3/28/2025 6:56 pm

All 7th grade parents were invited to attend an informative event promoting civic and community engagement last Wednesday. The Call To Action showcased passionate projects the students researched. Thank you to the HMS 7th grade team for providing such an important and educational experience to prepare our future leaders.

Progressive Dinner Update!

3/28/2025 6:00 pm

Two big updates for our HMS Progressive Dinner Party on April 26th! First, we have a new location for the after party, everyone’s favorite neighborhood spot, Fuller House. This will be our final stop for drinks, desserts, and a silent auction. The second update is that 50% of tickets have been sold for this event. ACT NOW to secure your seat at the table. RSVP HERE.

The ticket cost is $150 per person. Secure your spot by sending Zelle payment to treasurer@hmspto.org. Please indicate Progressive Dinner in the memo.

We would like to thank our generous host families: Dawn and Brian McGrath, Emily and Brent Campbell, Anita and Pawel Stefanowicz, Meghan and Bryan Macrie, Patricia and Gustavo Aguirre, and Liz and Eric Williams.

See the SignUpGenius for more details. Questions? Contact Liz Williams at vpfunding@hmspto.org. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Save the Date: Washington DC Parent Meeting, 4/15

3/28/2025 5:00 pm

Attention Parents of Current Seventh Graders, Class of 2026:

Trip coordinators, Jane Fetty and Julie Williams, will be presenting information on Tuesday, April 15th promptly at 6:30 pm in the HMS cafetorium about the 8th grade Washington DC trip. During the presentation, the trip date, cost, registration details, and information to frequently asked questions will be shared. Please make every effort to attend.

Save the Date: Last PTO Meeting, 5/2

3/28/2025 5:00 pm

Save the date for our last PTO meeting of the year on Friday, May 2nd at 9am (MRC) with specials guests from College Bound Consulting. It's never too early to start thinking about college admissions. 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.

Parents' Night Out Tuesday, 4/8

3/28/2025 4:30 pm

Don't forget to sign up HERE if you plan to attend a casual Parents' Night Out on Tuesday, April 8th from 6-8pm at IL Poggiolo Ristorante in Hinsdale. Come chat with Dr. Garcia and HMS administrators.  

There will be fun raffle baskets. You do not have to be present to win! Baskets include the following: Taste of Hinsdale (Nabuki, Fuller House and Brasi's gift cards), a salon basket, and a middle school themed basket. Tickets are one for $25 or five for $100. You can Zelle treasurer@hmspto.org with your name, phone number, and raffle tickets in the memo to pre-order raffle tickets. Tickets will also be sold that night (cash only). Food & drinks available for purchase with 10% proceeds donated to PTO.
We welcome all incoming families. Look forward to seeing you there!

Hinsdale Central Drama Presents Mary Poppins, Begins 4/24

3/28/2025 4:00 pm

Come support our local school theatre community! Tickets for Mary Poppins, presented by Hinsdale Central Drama, are on sale HERE!

Mary Poppins is being played by Juliana Waters & Amelia Carter, Bert is being played by Albin Stromberg (former HMS student) & Mateo Banda. Enjoy the live musical pit performed by talented HC student musicians.

See the attached flyer for details including a cast Meet & Greet party on Sunday, April 27th.

D181 Summer Learning Program

3/27/2025 1:51 pm

District 181 is excited to offer enriching summer learning opportunities for students! All District 181 students, as well as age-appropriate students from outside the district, are welcome to participate.

Registration for the 2025 Summer Learning Program is now open for current D181 families. Open registration for families not enrolled with D181 will begin shortly after. Registration will close in mid-spring. Students are not considered registered until full payment is received.

Classes will be held in person at Clarendon Hills Middle School, Monday through Friday, June 9th-June 27th. Click HERE to view the Summer Learning Course Catalog.

D181 Student Registration Discount Ends 4/4

2/8/2025 10:01 am

D181 Current Student Registration for the 2025-26 school year is now open. Register by this Friday, April 4th to receive a $25 discount on registration fees. Remember to add your HMS PTO membership when registering!

Sign in to your Skyward Family access portal to register HERE.

Visit the D181 registration LINK for more information.

Spring Break 2025

2/8/2025 9:30 am

Upcoming Dates

2/8/2025 9:00 am

• Spring Break - March 31-April 4th 
• Parents' Night Out - Tuesday, April 8th, 6-8pm (IL Poggiolo, Hinsdale)
• Stuff the Squad - Friday, April 11th
• Washington DC 7th Grade Parent Meeting - Tuesday, April 15th, 6:30pm (HMS)
• Parent Fundraiser Progressive Dinner Event - Saturday, April 26th, 6pm
• Community Speaker Series - Tues., April 29th, 7:00-8:30pm & Wed., April 30th, 9:00-10:30am
• Last PTO Meeting - Friday, May 2nd, 9am (MRC)
• Eighth Grade Graduation - Friday, May 30th, 5:30pm (HMS)