HMS Book Fair


The HMS Book Fair is back this year and we need your help! 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.

Teacher Appreciation

The PTO treated 106 staff members to a delicious holiday lunch of their choice on Wednesday, November 17th.

Minted Fundraiser

Enjoy 20% off Minted stationary and custom gifts for all HMS families! Just use unique code FUNDRAISEHINSDALE at checkout. 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.

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.

What is Executive Functioning?

The District 86 Parent Network Committee will be presenting our next outreach event about Executive Functioning on Tuesday, 12/7 from 7-8:30pm. This is especially beneficial for students with 504 or IEP plans, or just anyone who struggles helping their child stay organized. Expert speakers (see FLYER) will discuss strategies to help students thrive, even when transitioning to high school and in college.

Upcoming Dates

Parent-Teacher Conferences – Monday, 11/22 & Tuesday, 11/23

Thanksgiving Break – Monday, 11/22 through Friday, 11/26

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)

Windhover Restoration Fundraiser: We Are So Close!

The Windhover Restoration fundraiser is still going strong! Thank you to everyone who has donated so far! We are very close to reaching our goal!

Created by the renowned artist, Robert Murray, the Windhover is nationally recognized with an official registration with the Smithsonian Institute. The Windhover is not only the sole Murray piece in Illinois, but also the only Murray piece at a primary school anywhere! It is a truly unique work of art.

For those who plan to donate, there is still time! Donations may be made by check payable to the HMS PTO or via our website at www.hmspto.org/windhover.

Thank you for your support!

HMS Book Fair


The HMS Book Fair is back this year and we need your help! 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
-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.