HMS students love the Spartan Shack where they can purchase snacks, school supplies and spirit wear. The Shack is open from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. during lunch on days we have volunteers. Parents, this is a great opportunity for you to see your child during the school day!  No experience is necessary.  Split the shift or work together with a friend. To …

Mark you calendar, make your shopping list and plan on stopping by the HMS Book Fair. The PTO-sponsored Book Fair will be held in the MRC starting Monday March 6th through Thursday March 9th. Book Fair Hours: Monday, 3/6: 7:15 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. and 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. — HMS Choir Performances Tuesday, 3/7: 7:15 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. …

The HMS PTO is currently looking for representatives to serve on the PTO Nominating Committee. The Nominating Committee identifies candidates and determines the executive board slate which will be presented at our PTO General Membership meeting in May. We are seeking representatives from each of the HMS feeder schools. Please contact Mary Henneman at president@hmspto.org if you are interested or …

Registration for returning students entering Grades 1-8 is slated to begin after spring break.  Simplify Summer Planning with the D181 Summer Camp Expo (March 9) All community members are invited to the annual D181 Summer Camp Expo, taking place Thursday, March 9 at Prospect School (6-8:30pm). This is a one-stop-shop to meet with exhibitors one-on-one and learn about local and …

Thanks to generous faculty, staff, sponsors and many volunteers, there are many raffles and Silent Auctions at Trivia Night! Raffle Tickets will be sold for $1 each or take advantage of a discount on 8 tickets for $5. Kids or adults can then enter for a chance at these fun prizes! These are individual raffles so you choose which prize …

Tickets are still available for HMS’s ONLY FUNdraiser of the year on Friday, February 24 from 7 – 10 p.m. Trivia Night Online Ticket Sales have ended. If you are still interested in attending, or want to add an extra person to your existing team, please email Janet and Carol at VPFundraising@hmspto.org and we will see if we can make …

Hello HMS parents, Unfortunately due to low participation from the involved middle schools, Operation Snowflake has been cancelled for Friday, February 24th and will not be rescheduled for this school year. If you have submitted a registration form and payment, they will be sent home with your child this week. Thank you for your support and if you have any …

Operation Snowflake will be take place Friday, February 24 from 3:00-8:00 p.m. at Hinsdale Central High School. Operation Snowflake is an annual event hosted by Hinsdale Central High School students to share conversations and knowledge involving: communication skills, positive mental attitude, peer pressure, self-esteem, improving relationships, and the reality of high school. Your child will get to meet and make new friends …

Join us at our next PTO meeting as HMS social workers discuss anxiety among middle schoolers. Social workers will share insights into the world of middle schoolers, help us to understand the drivers of stress and anxiety, and provide suggestions as to how we help our children cope. The PTO meeting will take place on Friday, February 10th at 9am …

There’s still time to reserve your Team Table for Trivia Night, HMS PTO’s only fundraiser this year! – Match Wits and Socialize with HMS Teachers – Enjoy the talents of the HMS Jazz Ensemble – Auction items donated by Mr. Pena and Mr. May that your KIDS will not want to miss out on! Event Date is February 24th! Click …