Parents of sixth-, seventh- and eighth-graders, we need volunteers to help with events during graduation week. We appreciate your help to create a memorable experience for our graduates!
• Graduation Dance Party: Thursday, May 31. Set-up at 3:30 p.m. in the gym.
• Graduation Rehearsal Breakfast: Friday, June 1. Set up at 8:15 a.m. in the Commons.
Please see the link to Sign-Up Genius to add your name. Thank you!
8th Grade Class Gift Opportunity
Families of eighth-graders have the opportunity to gift the new school with a lasting memory. The class of 2018 will be collecting funds to purchase a garden bench for the new school. If your family and student is interested in contributing, please see the link below on the PTO website.
Graduation Picture & DVD Orders
If you would like to order a picture of your graduate crossing the stage receiving his or her diploma, or a copy of the DVD of the graduation ceremony, please use the attached order forms. You may drop completed forms at the main office until the last day of school or send them to the vendors directly.
Graduation Dance-Party
The 8th Grade Graduation Dance is set for Thursday, May 31, in the HMS Gym from 7 to 9 p.m. A DJ, photographer, candy bar and, of course, dancing, are just some of the fun activities your 8th-grader can expect that evening. Please encourage your child to get a little dressier than normal (no athletic shirts or shorts, please). It promises to be a fun, festive night of celebration to cap off their time at HMS. Please see the HMS letter below for more details about permission slips and all graduation activities.
From HMS
Signed parent permission forms are required and were distributed to students in their advisory classes. Please be on the lookout for those to come home. Deadline is May 24th to return signed dance forms to their advisors. The dance is sponsored by the HMS PTO, and is scheduled on Thursday, May 31st in the HMS gymnasium from 7-9 PM. Light refreshments will be served. Students may not leave the dance once they arrive unless picked up personally by a parent. Students are encouraged to wear dress casual, similar or the same as what is worn under gowns at graduation; no shorts, jeans, t-shirts, flip flops. The dance is for HMS 8th graders only.
Hinsdale Central Spirit Wear Available!
Hinsdale Central Boosters is hosting a final spirit wear sale on Tuesday, May 29th from 9 am – Noon in the front entrance at Hinsdale Central. Stop by and purchase some great swag to celebrate your 8th grader’s graduation or just gear up your family for the fall. After May 29th the next sale will not be until the first home football game Friday, September 7th. We are excited to welcome you all into the Red Devil Family!
HMS PTO Executive Board Approved for 2018-2019
Thanks to all who came to the final PTO meeting of the school year. We are pleased to announce the unanimous approval of the following parents to serve on the 2018-19 HMSPTO Executive Board. Every feeder elementary school is represented on the new Board, and there is a balance between returning and new members.
- Co-Presidents: Alice Waverley & Karin Rohn
- VP of Communications: Laura Tortorello
- Co-VPs of Fundraising: Kristin Kentra & Andrea Garcia
- VP of Technology: Sujit Menon
- Treasurer: Stephanie Geier
- Assistant Treasurer: Jennifer Fisher
- Corresponding Secretary: Kristen McDaniel
- Recording Secretary : Corlyn Simmons
Many thanks to departing Board members Mary Henneman, Maria Kluchenek and Carol Stephenson for their contributions to the growth and health of the PTO. You will be missed!
Graduation Picture & DVD Orders
If you would like to order a picture of your graduate crossing the stage receiving his or her diploma, or a copy of the DVD of the graduation ceremony, please use the attached order forms. You may drop completed forms at the main office until the last day of school or send them to the vendors directly.
Parent Volunteers Needed for Graduation Activities
Parents of sixth-, seventh- and eighth-graders, we need volunteers to help with events during graduation week. We appreciate your help to create a memorable experience for our graduates!
• Graduation Dance Party: Thursday, May 31. Set-up at 3:30 p.m. in the gym.
• Graduation Rehearsal Breakfast: Friday, June 1. Set up at 8:15 a.m. in the Commons.
Please see the link to Sign-Up Genius to add your name. Thank you!
8th Grade Class Gift Opportunity
Families of eighth-graders have the opportunity to gift the new school with a lasting memory. The class of 2018 will be collecting funds to purchase a garden bench for the new school. If your family and student is interested in contributing, please see the link below on the PTO website.
District News
Join Us for a Discussion on Religious Observances and Holidays Related to the School Calendar
School District 181 is again forming a short-term task force of D181 parents, staff, and community members to discuss observances and holidays and how they relate to the school day and school calendar. Specifically, we hope to share information about critical dates during the school year and to obtain feedback about religious and other observances and holidays. The meeting will be held Thursday, May 17 at 9 a.m. at the District Administration Center, 115 W. 55th St. Clarendon Hills, IL. Please click here to register so we can plan appropriately for space and handouts. If you are unable to attend, but have thoughts you would like to share, we welcome your feedback. Please email Faith Behr or call 630-861-4900 with questions.