Upcoming Important Dates

10/23/2026 7:30 pm

• No School, Election Day - Tuesday, November 3rd
• Community Speaker Series: Soccer Dad - Thursday, November 5th at 7pm, HMS
• Early Release Wednesday - Wednesday, November 11th, 1:55pm
• Staff Appreciation Pumpkin Pie Distribution - Tuesday, November 24th

Open PTO Executive Board Positions

10/23/2026 7:29 pm

Interested in getting more involved? The PTO Executive Board still has two open positions: Secretary and Vice-President. In addition to attending two general PTO meetings per semester, the Executive Board meets periodically to discuss current business and plan future endeavors, working closely with HC administrators. Both the Vice-President and Secretary roles assist in meeting planning & execution and helps oversees PTO committees. The Secretary is also responsible for maintaining organization and taking minutes at Executive Board and general meetings. The Vice-President fills an important role by assisting the President. If you are interested or have any questions, email execboard@hcpto.org.

Sponsor A Pumpkin Pie For HC Staff

10/23/2026 7:23 pm

In just one short week, we are at 328 pumpkin pies for our staff to enjoy over Thanksgiving—only 72 to go to reach our goal of 400 pies! You are CRUSHING it, Red Devil families! Thank you!

Personalize a Pie!
Your donation will be recognized with a special Thanksgiving sticker on each pie you sponsor, featuring your family's name: “Happy Thanksgiving from the Smith Family!” Please note: we are unable to accommodate requests to sponsor pies for specific staff members.

Purchase pies HERE by Wednesday, November 18th.
Volunteer HERE on Tuesday, November 24th (pies pick up, set-up, or distribution).

IMPORTANT NOTE:

With the pie drive, we’ve noticed that some donors are unsure if they’re PTO members or have paid their dues. With the new PTO website, we’ve had a few minor glitches. To ensure everyone stays in the loop and connected, all families will still be receiving our PTO emails. After all, a connected community is a strong community!

That being said, we’d love to have you as an “official” member! Just a few clarifications to some frequently asked questions: 

1. PTO is not Boosters. PTO supports ALL students, parents, and faculty/staff regardless of participation in sports or activities. We encourage you to support both!

2. Your dues one hundred percent directly support student programs and teacher appreciation events. Membership also gives you access to the family directory. 

3. You do not have to attend meetings or volunteer…but you can if you want to! 

To check if you are a member and have paid your dues, click HERE.

Thank you for your support, Red Devil families! Contact execboard@hcpto.org with questions.

Save the Date: College Planning Workshop 2/21/2027

10/23/2026 7:15 pm

Save the date, Junior Parents and Students!
Join us for the PTO sponsored 2027 College Planning Workshop to be held on Sunday, February 21, 2027 from 12-2:15pm at Hinsdale Central. Parents are invited to attend a panel led by Central parents that have recently been through the college application process. Students will rotate between breakout sessions including essay writing, admissions from the perspective of college reps, and a senior panel offering tips and advice from current seniors. More details to follow!

Parent Panel Volunteers Needed at College Planning Workshop

10/23/2026 7:00 pm

We are looking for parents to fill our Parent Panel for the College Planning Workshop on Sunday, February 21, 2027 from 12:00-2:15pm.

Are you a parent who recently experienced the college planning process with your child? Whether your college planning experience included enrolling at the College of DuPage or applying to a University or college nationwide, we need you!

As you know, college planning can be a confusing process, but you can help our Junior parents plan ahead by volunteering to be on the Parent Panel.

Email HCcollegeworkshop@gmail.com to learn more about how you can share your experience with our Junior parents on Sunday, February 21, 2027 during our PTO sponsored College Planning Workshop.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Student Council's Shoe Drive to Support Prom 2027

10/23/2026 6:00 pm

Student Council's Shoe Drive Fundraiser is still ongoing to support Prom 2027! Our goal is to collect 2,000 pairs of shoes while also giving back to those in need!

We are asking staff and students to clean out their closets and donate gently used shoes. We will accept any type and size of shoe in good condition, including: baby & toddler shoes, kids’ shoes, gym & athletic shoes, cleats, sandals, boots, dress shoes. Please bring in any gently used shoes and place them in the designated boxes at our main entrances. Every pair of shoes brings us closer to our goal of 2,000 pairs and helps support the 2027 Prom while making a difference in communities in need. All donated shoes will be distributed to people in need through our fundraising partner. Thank you for helping Student Council make this drive a success and for encouraging your students to participate! Let’s clean out our closets and reach 2,000 pairs! The shoe drive will go through November.

The Parent List

10/13/2026 3:00 am

The Parent List: A Hinsdale PTO supported resource for all things behavioral, learning and mental health.

The Parent List contains first-hand reviews from local parents about area providers that have helped positively address their child’s anxiety; depression; school avoidance; eating disorders; insomnia; peer relations; dyslexia; ADD/ADHD; autism and more. Much like “Angie’s List,” The Parent List is an online list of resources in our community that have already been successfully used by another area parent whose child has experienced mental health, learning or behavioral issues.

Did you know that teens experiencing mental health issues may present with more subtle symptoms? For example, anxiety can show up as recurring stomach aches, headaches, sleep disturbances, school refusal or other physical complaints. Teens experiencing depression may become easily irritated on a routine basis or have more frequent bouts of crying/sadness.

To read existing Parent List provider reviews, click HERE. 

Questions can be directed to parentlist@hcpto.org.
In no way does the Hinsdale Central High School, Hinsdale Central PTO, Hinsdale Central High School staff, school districts 86, 63 or 181 endorse or recommend any specific provider reviewed on The Parent List. The Parent List is a subjective forum set up by the Hinsdale Central PTO for your convenience. Parents and guardians are solely responsible for deciding to use any of the service providers on The Parent List in any capacity, and district 86, district 63, district 181 and the Hinsdale Central High School and Hinsdale Central High School PTO disclaims all liability for any damages, injuries, losses, expenses, or claims of any kind arising out of the provision of services by anyone or any agency appearing on The Parent List.

Community Speaker Series: Soccer Dad

10/9/2026 7:18 pm

Register for the next Community Speaker Series this Thursday, November 5th at 7pm - Helping Children Find Their Passion and Excel Without Steering, Pushing, and Smothering

Register HERE.

Hinsdale Public Library Events

10/2/2026 7:00 pm

Finals Review Session
Join P.A.S.S., the Hinsdale Central Math & Science Departments and Hinsdale Public Library for two days of group finals prep covering Trigonometry H, Physics H, Chemistry H and Geometry H.
ALL SESSIONS WILL TAKE PLACE IN THE HINSDALE CENTRAL LIBRARY
Monday, December 7th, 3:30-4:40pm: Trigonometry H with Mrs. Green, HCHS Math Dept.
Monday, December 7th, 3:30-4:40pm: Chemistry H with P.A.S.S. Peer Tutors
Tuesday, December 8th, 4-4:45pm: Physics H, with Ms. Jensen, HCHS Science Dept.
Tuesday, December 8th, 3:30-4:40pm: Geometry H with Mrs. Green, HCHS Math Dept.
Sign up HERE.

High School After Dark Escape Room: Forensic Scientist Edition
Rescheduled for Friday, November 13th, 7-8:30pm at HPL
Step into the role of a forensic science intern in this immersive escape room. Your team enters the crime lab and must identify a victim before time runs out!
Just a few spots left! Sign up as a solo player, or bring your friends and sign up as a team!
Register HERE.