HMS Book Fair-Volunteers Still Needed!


The HMS Book Fair is back this year, and we still need volunteers to run the fair! Parent volunteers are needed the week of 11/29 to help with book sales and organizing. If you are interested in helping, sign up HERE and please read requirements below.
Volunteer requirements:
-Check-in at the main office with an ID for the Safe Visitor check-in
-Maintain social distancing (6 feet, 15 mins) with all students/staff
-Properly wear a mask at all times
-If comfortable, share vaccination card (but not required)
-Volunteers requested: Mon 11/29 – Fri 12/3. Feel free to sign up for more than one spot!
-The first shift of volunteers should arrive at 8:00 am to get an overview of what to do before the students are allowed into the building
-The book fair will run through 3:30 pm

Click here for details about shopping the HMS Book Fair.

8th Grade Advisory Holiday Food Drive

The 8th grade is sponsoring a holiday food drive to support the Hinsdale Food Pantry/HCH Family Services. Each advisory has been assigned different needed products and collection will take place Dec. 1-Dec. 16th. Students should bring items to advisory.  More information can be found in the FLYER.

Reminder: HMS Online Directory Available

To access the 2021-2022 HMS Directory, visit https://hmspto.membershiptoolkit.comPlease note that the old AtoZ connect website and app used in previous years is no longer functional.  Use the new Membership Toolkit mobile app for your convenience to access our directory on the go. Click here to download for IOS or Google Play.

The directory is a benefit of HMS PTO membership. For continued directory access, you can join the PTO at https://hmspto.org/registration.

Questions? Please contact us at directory@hmspto.org

Minted Fundraiser

Enjoy 20% off Minted stationary and custom gifts for all HMS families! Just use unique code FUNDRAISEHINSDALE at checkout at www.minted.com. 15% of each purchase will go back to HMS PTO! So what are you waiting for? Order your Minted holiday cards and/or gifts today.

Virtual Activity Fair

 Hooray!! Clubs and Activities for this school year are back! We were unable to host an in-person Activities Fair, but we have constructed this helpful website, HMS Virtual Activity Fair. Many clubs have already started meeting, and we encourage your child to get involved! We eventually hope to have an Activity “Late Bus,” but we do not have one currently. Make sure your child listens and please check those announcements each day for more timely information. 

Parent’s Guide to Paying for College

The Indian Prairie Public Library is hosting a live online workshop called “A Parent’s Guide to Paying for College” on 11/30 at 6 p.m. This webinar introduces little-known financial strategies parents can use to reduce college costs, improve admissions chances, and increase scholarship opportunities.  Register in advance  HERE.

Upcoming Dates

Book Fair – Monday, 11/29 through Friday, 12/3

8th Grade Advisory Holiday Food Drive – Wednesday, 12/1 through Thursday, 12/16

Winter Break – Monday, 12/20 through Friday, 12/31

Next PTO Meeting – Friday, 1/14 9 a.m. (zoom)