It’s easy to give back to our children with India Hicks. Shop the link below for graduation gifts, Mother’s Day, Bridal Showers, Birthdays and more. 20% of all sales through May 11th will be donated to HMS PTO. Please share this link with friends and family : https://www.indiahicks.com/event/hms-pto/shopping

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Thank you and enjoy your shopping!

Calling all 8th Grade Parents!
Please join us on Thursday, May 3rd, at 9am for our annual 8th grade parent coffee.

You will hear from the Principals, Athletic Director, Activities Director, Dean of Students, Music Director, and the Guidance Department about important information for your students prior to starting their Freshman year.

Enter Hinsdale Central High School via the main doors off of 55th street or in case of rain the door on the East side (door #5) will be open too. Be sure to bring a state issued ID or driver’s license.

Please support our next HMS Service Project by stopping by the CAR WASH at the Hinsdale Community Pool or buying a pre-paid ticket for $5 from an HMS student. Encourage your students to sign up to volunteer at the car wash through Mrs. Williams in Room 212. Shifts run between 9-2 on Saturday, May 5th, allowing an hour for set up and clean up.

Proceeds this year will be donated to The Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation and The Wellness House.

We need adult volunteers too, so contact D’Ann Adams if you can help that day, adamsdann239@gmail.com.

Julie K. Heidecke 20th Annual Tribute soccer clinic for boys & girls k-8th grade presented by Hinsdale Central girls soccer staff & players to benefit the Julie K. Heidecke tribute Awards Foundation would like to invite you on Saturday, May 12, 2018 3:00-5:00 pm Hinsdale Central Dickinson field.  There is no cost to attend the event though donations will be accepted at the door.  For more information, please view attached flyer Hinsdale Central Soccer Clinic Flyer

The HMS PTO Nominating Committee is now seeking interested parents to participate in the 2018-2019 Executive Board. Please contact Mary Henneman at nominating@hmspto.org if you are interested or would like to know more.

The HMS PTO Nominating Committee is now seeking interested parents to participate in the 2018-2019 Executive Board. Please contact Mary Henneman at nominating@hmspto.org if you are interested or would like to know more.

There are several PTO Committee chair positions that are opening up for next year. Some of these require only a minimal time commitment. If you are interested in leading one of the committees below or have any questions, please contact Alice Waverley at president@hmspto.org.

8th Grade Year End Activities – work with HMS administration to plan graduation, organize the graduation dance and 8th grade breakfast. We have 2 chairs and are looking for 1 more co-chair. Ideally these chairs will have an 8th grade student next year.

Activities Fair – Looking for 1-2 chairs to support this event, which allows students to learn about the various extracurricular clubs and activities available. Coordinate a small gift for each club sponsor and assist on the day of the event. Typically held in September.

Back To School Day – Scheduled for Friday, August 17, 2018. Looking for 1-2 co-chairs to organize stations and volunteers for this day when students pick up their schedules, buy locks and spiritwear, set up their lockers, etc

Book Fair – Organize the book fair, which is held in March. Work closely with the MRC Director and staff the event. We currently have 1 chair and are looking for 1-2 more co-chairs.

Future Funds – Evaluate funding requests submitted by teachers and staff twice a year. Looking for one chair and several individuals to join this committee.

Gardening – Take care of planting/decorating seasonal pots and/or planters at the new HMS building.

Hospitality – Provide refreshments a few times a year for events such as: Back to School Day, Curriculum Night, 5th Grade Parent Night and 1-2 PTO meetings. All expenses will be reimbursed.

Lost and Found – Sort, organize and donate items left at school.

SELAS/Service – Looking for one Service chair to organize 1-2 service project opportunities for students, often coordinated with Student Council. We already have a chairperson coordinating the SELAS portion with Student Support Services.

D181 Registration Has Begun

New This Year: Registration process will allow you to complete your HMS PTO registration at the same time!   You will have the option to register for the HMS PTO and order additional copies of the directory if desired (PTO Dues include 1 complementary printed copy of the directory).  Before completing payment of your D181 dues, click on the Non-Profits Tab on School Pay and register for the HMS PTO for next year!

If you have any questions about D181 registration, please contact your child’s school secretary or the Administration Center.

To register for the 2018-19 HMS PTO please use the District’s online fee payment site www.schoolpay.com and click on the Non-Profit Tab.   If you log in to School Pay and do not see the HMS PTO option, then you may use the form below.  We highly recommend you first try the School Pay website.

For questions about HMS PTO registration, contact Mary at membership@hmspto.org

We look forward to getting your child enrolled for 2018-19!

Online ordering for school supplies for the 2018/19 school year is now open. Online supply ordering is provided as a convenience to parents and students through the PTO. Orders may be placed until June 8. Supplies will be delivered to students homes prior to Back To School Day so that they may be brought to school and put in lockers on that day.

Please note that the PTO will not have any kits available after the order deadline expires. Students who do not order by the June 8 deadline will need to purchase their supplies independently.

* Fee Waiver Students – if your student is eligible for for tuition assistance through D181 you may be able to apply for a free supply kit to be provided for you. Please contact Sally Cuchna in the school office to discuss eligibility.

Each kit includes some items that teachers request be brought to school and given to your child’s advisory teacher. These items are different for each grade but typically include such items as tissues, wet wipes etc. These items are listed on the school website in the school supplies list by grade.

Instructions for placing orders:

Go to the Educational Products link provided and enter the school ID HIN022. You will be taken to a webpage where you can purchase supply kits by grade and some other items that your child may need depending on their class assignments. Please review these items below and which classes they are required for.

Spanish or French Dictionary – order if you have an incoming 6th grader or your child needs to replace a dictionary.

Calculator (TI30XIIS) – 7th and 8th graders in Common Core math only who need to replace a lost calculator. 6th graders have a calculator already included in their supply kit.

Graphing Calculator (TI 84) – 7th or 8th graders enrolled in Algebra I. This would be 7th graders who are enrolled in Accelerated math or 8th graders enrolled in Advanced math.

Reading Lab Kit – Only students who will be enrolled in Reading Lab need purchase this kit.

Questions may be directed to schoolsupplies@hmspto.org

School Registration now open for 2018-19 school year
Please make sure to register your child soon for the 2018-19 school year. If you have a child currently in preschool (ECE) through Grade 7, you will need to complete the District registration and fee payment process online. Registration will consist of an online application, fee payments, PTO registration and other PTO items, D181 Foundation information, and residency documentation. All families will also be asked to complete a new Affidavit of Residency form in the online application. Registration will be held from April 16-May 6.

Core classes, enrichment and camps offered this summer in the D181 2018 Summer Learning Program
Registration has begun for the D181 2018 Summer Learning Program. It runs from Monday, June 11, through Friday, June 29 at Prospect School, 100 N. Prospect, Clarendon Hills. The deadline for registering is May 25. Registration for current D181 residents must be made online at www.d181.org > Schools > Summer Learning Program. Registration for anyone living outside of D181 boundaries begins May 11. Fees are $175 for a one-hour class and $350 for a two-hour class.