Category Archive

Thank you to everyone who attended this past week’s PTO meeting. There was a great turnout and so much to discuss! It was a fun and jam-packed meeting. Together we are working to make Hinsdale Central an even better place for our students and staff. Some highlights of the meeting: The social workers’ presentation can be found HERE. They encouraged … Read More

Thank you to all who submitted nominations for the Q3 Make A Difference Awards. The committee reviewed the nominations received and is pleased to congratulate the following six Make A Difference Award recipients for the third quarter. A big thank you to these teachers and staff for their commitment and kindness to our Red Devil community. They are going above and … Read More

The next PTO conversation is focussed on Mental Health Awareness & Resources. Jen Cave and Jim Kupres (social workers) and Mary Galagher (school psychologist) will host a panel providing information. The meeting is on Wednesday, 3/13 at 9am in the Community Room (across from the main office- enter on Grant St.) and on Zoom.  

The Civic Orchestra of Chicago performs a free community concert featuring the works of Montgomery, Brouwer and Price. Florence Price’s joyous and sumptuous Symphony No. 1 concludes a multigenerational program of works celebrating Women’s History Month. When the CSO premiered Price’s symphony in 1933, she became the first Black woman to have a piece played by a major American orchestra. … Read More

Please sign up HERE to bake or purchase pies for the staff appreciation Pi Day!! Drop off donated pies at the Grant Street entrance by 8:30 AM on Thursday 3/14/2024. We also need volunteers to help cut, plate, and serve pie on the 14th if you have some time. Please text or email me with any questions. Thank you so … Read More

Parents, students, and staff may all submit – ANYTIME from now through March 8! At Hinsdale Central, many teachers and staff members go above and beyond to engage students or provide extra support to others in our Red Devil community. They teach classes, advise clubs, coach teams, and provide services that “make a difference” at our school.  If you know … Read More

Come visit the Spirit Wear hut at the Grant St. Entrance on Thursday, Feb. 29th! Volunteers needed as well so please sign up HERE. Boosters Spirit Wear Sale 02/29/2024: 3:00 pm-8:00 pm, Grant St Entrance  

FOR CLARENDON HILLS RESIDENTS: The Clarendon Hills Public Library now provides CHPL card holders access to free online tutors! The expert tutors at Tutor.com can help your children work through a tough homework problem, improve their writing skills, study for a test, review a difficult concept, and more! Tutors work 1-on-1 with your child through text- or voice-chat and use … Read More

12-17-year-olds can register to attend this self-defense workshop taught by Lindsey Daehnke, the founder of Strictly Self Defense. Lindsey will teach simple self-defense techniques and strategies that are easy to remember and execute. She’ll also include discussion on topics that encourage attendees to make good decisions, to speak up when something does not seem right, and to use physical techniques … Read More

When suddenly faced with your child’s emotional, developmental, learning or health problem, where did you turn to find treatment that worked? Please share your hard-earned insights with another local parent by adding to our list of reviews on The Parent List. It takes less than 5 minutes and is anonymous.  Click HERE The Parent List contains first-hand insights from district … Read More