Upcoming Dates
1/12/2026 11:43 pm
Martin Luther King Day (No School) - January 19
D181 Spelling Bee - January 21
Dig It! 6th Grade Music Exploratory - January 22
HMS Orchestra Concert - January 27
HMS Winter Dance - February 6
"Hole" Lotta Love Donut Fundraiser Order Deadline - February 6
Hinsdale Central Softball Clinic - February 7
Community Speaker Series Event - February 11
"Hole" Lotta Love Donut Fundraiser Delivery Day - February 12
Chick-fil-A PTO Give Back - February 25
Fortnightly at the Community House
1/12/2026 11:01 pm
Fortnightly, now in its 68th year and run by The Community House, is a program for 8th grade students at HCHS's feeder schools. The program has the goals of teaching students basic dance steps, instructing them on ballroom etiquette, and, most importantly, building their confidence in social situations.
Fortnightly takes place across seven Fridays beginning March 20 and ending May 8 (two off-weeks), with three sessions each Friday. Additionally, on Saturday, May 9, there will be an optional event, Fortnightly: The Last Dance, to celebrate the end of the program.
Physical invitations are being mailed to all eligible students and should be arriving this week (please note, the physical invitation is a formality only and is not required to register). The Community House will also send registration info via email. Registration opens at 10:00am on Jan 23. Families are strongly encouraged to create a Community House account ahead of time in order to ensure a smooth registration experience.
Each session will initially open with 80 spots (40 boys / 40 girls), and, while you may not be placed into your preferred session, all students are guaranteed a spot in Fortnightly.
Keep an eye out for the invitation in your mailbox, come back here for additional updates in the coming weeks, and email fornightly@hmspto.org with any questions.
"Hole" Lotta Love Donut Fundraiser
1/12/2026 10:53 pm
Families Helping Families (FHF) is collaborating with the Staff Appreciation Committee to announce our exciting “Hole” Lotta Love Donut Fundraiser! 100% of all proceeds will go directly to FHF.
What is Families Helping Families? It is a self-funded PTO committee that supports our HMS families when immediate needs arise due to unforeseen circumstances that impact the student’s day-to-day living. The committee was established in 2024, following the model of Hinsdale Central’s FHF, which has been in place since 2006. FHF operates solely through contributions from our HMS community. Some basic need items provided by FHF may include school supplies, clothing, furniture, gift cards for gas and grocery, and assistance with utility & car payments. To ensure confidentiality and protect the privacy and dignity of students and families, all requests must be submitted through the HMS social workers.
“Hole” Lotta Love Donut Fundraiser will accomplish two key goals:
1) Show appreciation for our wonderful teachers and staff by sending a deserving staff or team a message of gratitude plus a sweet Valentine’s treat, Page’s apple cider donut.
2) Support FHF in their fundraising effort so they can launch meaningful projects that benefit HMS students & families.
Please fill out the ordering form HERE or scanning the QR code below. All messages will be read only by the intended recipients.
The order deadline is Friday, February 6th. Donut & message delivery day is Thursday, February 12th, just in time to share with their families on Valentine’s Day.
Thank you for helping us show our staff just how much we appreciate them and for supporting FHS! Questions? Email Denys at fhf@hmspto.org.
Community Speaker Series Event
1/12/2026 10:52 pm
Please join us on Wednesday, February 11th at 7pm for a Community Speaker Series webinar. We are excited to welcome child and adolescent mental health expert and psychotherapist, Katie Hurley, DSW, LCSW. Dr. Hurley, is the Senior Clinical Advisor for The Jed Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to teen and young adult mental health. She is also the author of five books at the intersection of youth, parenting, and mental health.
In her new book, Breaking the Boy Code, Dr. Hurley shines a light on the urgent mental health crisis facing boys. Aimed at parents and educators of boys ages five and older, this webinar will provide actionable guidance on fostering empathy, emotional regulation, and healthy connections.
Dr. Katie Hurley
Breaking the Boy Code: The New Playbook For Raising Resilient Boys
Wednesday, February 11th from 7pm to 8:30pm (webinar)
Register HERE
The Community Speaker Series is committed to fostering a sense of community through hosting in-person and virtual events that inform and inspire. CSS is funded jointly by District 86 and District 181 and is supported by the D181 Foundation. Our events are free and open to the public. We encourage everyone to join our events, connect and learn together.
Young Writers 2026
1/12/2026 10:47 pm
Hinsdale Central Softball Clinic
1/12/2026 10:45 pm
Hinsdale Central Hockey Club
1/12/2026 10:44 pm
Thinking about Hinsdale Central Hockey? These events are designed for future Red Devils players and families to learn about the program, meet the community, and get all your questions answered.
What to Expect
• Learn how to become a Red Devil
• Meet the players
• Locker room tour
• Meet the HCHC Junior Board
• Hudl demonstration
• Q&A with players and parents
Dates
Thursday, January 15th
Thursday, January 22nd
Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
Location
Willowbrook Ice Arena
201 63rd St., Willowbrook, IL
Who Should Attend
Open to 7th–8th grade players and families
We look forward to welcoming you and sharing what makes Hinsdale Central Hockey such a special experience—on and off the ice. Click HERE for more information.
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