Documentary Film: Screenagers Next Chapter – February 5th

Presented by The Community Speaker Series.
Join us on February 5th, 2020 at The Community House for a viewing of this new film followed by a discussion with Dr. Ruston.
Filmmaker and physician Dr. Delaney Ruston takes the conversation around screens and teens to the next level with Screenagers NEXT CHAPTER: Uncovering Skills for Stress Resilience – a film that examines the science behind teens’ emotional challenges, the interplay of social media, and most importantly, what can be done in our schools and homes to help them build crucial skills to navigate stress, anxiety, and depression in our digital age. Please see flyer for more details or view the film trailer

February 5, 9:30am (Register)

February 5, 7:00pm (Register)

Find more information here.

 

D86 Presents College and Career Readiness on February 6th

Based on popularity, D86 has brought back a program highlighting choices for high school graduates which shows a different type of transition. Come meet with members from College of DuPage, Elmhurst University and our own D86 Transition Center on February 6th from 7-8:30pm in the Hinsdale Central Auditorium.

Find more information HERE

 

Coming Soon “There’s No Place Like Home” Online Silent Auction

Be on the lookout for the HMS Online Silent Auction! In addition to some great items “around the school” (think fun activities in and out of school, front row tickets to school events, etc.) we are also looking for “signature auction items.” If you have something you are willing to donate (sporting/musical tickets, lake houses, etc.) the PTO would be very appreciative! Proceeds from this auction will fund all the wonderful things the PTO provides to students, teachers and staff (HMS Musical, funding for WWII Day, guest speakers, tech supplies and more)!

Contact vpfundraising@hmspto.org to donate.

 

Girls on the Run Informational Meeting

There will be an informational meeting for Girls on the Run (Heart & Sole program) on Tuesday, January 28th, in Mrs. Fetty’s room (312) after school. Come learn about this amazing program at HMS and receive information about how to register. If you can not attend the meeting, please get a handout from Mrs. Fetty or Mrs. Eggert (309). If you want to read more about this program, please visit: gotrchicago.org

Are you a returning participant and/or you already know you want to register?

Register HERE

 

 

 

New App Helps D181 Students Navigate Lunch

A new state-of-the-art platform launched in D181 middle schools on January 13th and is available by downloading the “FD MealPlanner” app or using a web-based platform at www.fdmealplanner.com. The app allows students to plan their meals based on ingredients, nutrition data, allergen information and personal preferences.

Tutorial videos to help students navigate FD Meal Planner can be accessed below:

A Practical Guide to Helping Your Child with Homework

Parents of 4th through 8th grade students are invited join Bill Young of ClubZ Tutoring on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 from 7:00-8:00pm for a special event – A Practical Guide to Helping Your Child with Homework.

This presentation will be held in the Clarendon Hills Middle School MRC and will offer time-proven methods for helping students succeed in school. The ideas and discussion are based on real world tutoring insights as well as scientific evidence. It is designed to give you some specific takeaways you can apply at home.

To register, click HERE

For more information, please visit www.d181foundation.org or Click HERE to view flyer

Young Writers Night

Young Writers Night – Registration is Open

We hope you can join us for a fun evening celebrating student writers and writing.

Open to all District 181 3rd – 8th grade students and their families.

Thursday, February 27th
6:00pm – 9:30pm
Hinsdale Middle School

The evening will include opportunities for students to share their writing and give feedback on peer writing. Everyone will meet youth writer Mary Winn Heider, engage in small group learning sessions about different topics in writing, and enjoy the Open Mic Coffee House.

Register online starting Jan. 10th

Space is limited. (Last year’s event filled to capacity quickly.)

All families participating must have at least one child who participates as a student writer. All student writers must submit a piece of writing in advance. Information and instructions for submitting the written work will be provided in the confirmation email sent after you register.

More information can be found here.

 

Happy Holidays!

Wishing everyone a wonderful winter break filled with friends and family!  Enjoy the holiday season and we look forward to an exciting New Year.