Help Needed for the Hinsdale Central Staff Appreciation Pumpkin Pie Day 2024

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On Tuesday, November 26th, we will be distributing pumpkin pies to all of the teachers and staff at Hinsdale Central for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will need volunteers to help pick up the pies from Costco, unload pies and set up, and distribute pies throughout the day. We will need volunteers in shifts from 6am-3:30pm, however, please feel free to come and go as you need. We would greatly appreciate any help! Sign up HERE. We hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!

Kathy Schilder, [email protected]

 

Holiday Bash Sign Ups!

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The 36th Annual Holiday Bash (formerly Holiday Breakfast) is the staff appreciation event for December. We have a separate holiday committee just for this event, because it is so large. We transform The Commons Area and the Multipurpose Room into a seasonal wonderland where the teachers and staff of Hinsdale Central gather to enjoy a formal array of catered hot hors d-oeuvres and a feast of goodies. It’s a fun and festive celebration with a generous raffle of prizes and awards for Best Dressed!  The Hinsdale Central choir and orchestra students also volunteer their talents by providing live music during the event. This much anticipated celebration cannot go off without the help of your kindness and generosity!

Please consider donating a GIFT CARDPOINSETTIA, or FOOD ITEM (we offer gluten free!) In recognition, we will add your name to our Thank You graphic during the Holiday Bash.

PLEASE SIGN UP HERE!
IMMEDIATE DONATION DROP OFF:
Gift Cards, Poinsettias, Beverages, Chips
Meraiah Bernacki (Address in Sign Up Genius)
PERISHABLE DROP OFF:
Tuesday, December 3rd by 8:30am Grant Street Entrance
Thank you for showing your holiday appreciation!  No donation is too small, and we appreciate any help given!

Meraiah Bernacki and Emily Van Houtte (Holiday Bash Co-Chairs)

Annual Families Helping Families Donations Request

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We are reaching out during the entire month of THANKSgiving to request your support. Thank you to those who have already donated to Families Helping Families. So far, we have received far less in donations compared to previous years. In order for FHF to continue to support and meet the needs of your child’s peers and their families, we are asking for monetary donations from our school community.

The Families Helping Families Committee has been working with the Hinsdale Central Social Work Department since 2006 to support Hinsdale Central families who need a helping hand. Our mission is to ensure every student has the support they need to thrive at Hinsdale Central.

Please consider donating by using our online form on the PTO website and selecting “Families Helping Families” from the committee list. You can also write a check to HCPTO (memo FHF) and mail it to Hinsdale Central HS, Attention HC PTO (5500 S Grant St., Hinsdale, 60521). Any amount is greatly appreciated.

Your donation will help to provide gift cards to families at Thanksgiving and to meet needs as they arise, such as gas cards, clothing, toiletries, utility/rent payments, etc. Email [email protected] with questions.

Thank you for your generous support!

Pauline Brannigan & Denys Kang
Families Helping Families Co-Chairs

Catch the P.A.S.S.!

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” Peer Athlete Student Scholars” (PASS) is a free program that matches athletes together for one to one and group study opportunities over all core content subjects: math, science, language arts, social studies, and foreign language. Peer tutors are student athletes who have a proven track record of success in core subjects and are available to meet  before/after school and on Sundays at the library to lift up, empower and encourage success both on and off the court/field!  When we study together, we succeed together fostering excellence both in academics and athletics. Interested students for study groups or one to one tutoring should contact Ary Bansal at [email protected]  or fill out this google FORM to join. See FLYER for more details.

 

Upcoming Dates

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  • Fall Play, A Midsummer Nights Dream – November 21-23rd
  • Thanksgiving Break – November 27-29th

Sponsor $10 for a Staff Thanksgiving Pie!!

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Show your appreciation for the Hinsdale Central staff by donating $10 to sponsor a Thanksgiving pie! Every year the HC PTO Staff Appreciation volunteers provide pumpkin pies – and it is one of the staff’s favorite days! They are grateful for the gesture as one last item they have to make or for those visiting family, they have a tasty treat ready to bring.

Your donation will be acknowledged on the Happy Thanksgiving sticker placed on each pie (ie. “Happy Thanksgiving from the Smith Family.”)

Donate $10 to help continue this PTO Thanksgiving tradition HERE. The donation period ends on Friday, 11/22. The pies will be handed out on Tuesday, 11/26. If you would like to volunteer to help distribute the pies, keep your eye out for a sign-up genius from the Staff Appreciation team.

Due to logistics, we are unable to accommodate requests to sponsor pies to specific staff members.

 

Technology Center of DuPage (TCD) Field Trip Deadline 11/15

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Attention all Sophomores and Juniors: Are you interested in a career in Cosmetology, Construction, Auto Technology, Construction, Nursing or other career and technical trades? Sign up for the field trip to Technology Center of Dupage to learn more about TCD’s unique dual credit programs, hands-on learning and internships. Pick up a field trip form at the Counseling Office. Forms are due November 15th. Field trip is on December 5th For program descriptions and virtual tours, go to www.tcdupage.org.

Order 2024-25 Yearbook

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Yearbooks for the 2024-2025 school year are on sale now at yearbookforever.com! Purchase yours now for $50 to avoid the December 1st price increase!

Parents of Seniors: the HC yearbook has a tradition of honoring our graduating seniors by selling senior tributes. These tributes are a space for parents to share a childhood photo of their student as well as a special message. For more directions and an example tribute, visit this link. To purchase one for $35, visit yearbookforever.com. Purchase now to avoid the December 1st price increase!

Boosters: Spirit Wear Sale on Wednesday, 11/6

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Hey Red Devils!

November has arrived, and it’s the perfect time to wrap yourself in Hinsdale Central pride! As the days get cooler, stay cozy with a warm HC hoodie or our comfy flannel PJ pants. With our awesome selection of Red Devil gear, you’ll be ready to show your school spirit all season long!

Don’t miss our spirit wear sale this month:

  • Wednesday, 11/6
    Grant Street Entrance
    5:00–8:00pm

Volunteers Needed!
We’re always on the lookout for amazing volunteers to help make our sales a success. Ready to lend a hand? Sign up here!

Thank you for supporting the Hinsdale Central Boosters and helping us fuel the Red Devil spirit!

 

Last Chance! HPL High School After Dark Escape Room: Clue Edition

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Last change to register! The Hinsdale Public Library, along with its High School Junior Advisory Board, is hosting our annual After Dark Escape Room for all area high school students. This year’s theme is Clue. Players will use the clues and solve the puzzles to figure out who kidnapped Mr. Body, using what weapon, and in what room! Register HERE as a team or solo for this high school after-hours real life Clue game!

7-8:30p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9th at the Hinsdale Public Library.