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The Hinsdale Public Library has everything you need to prepare for first semester finals in December! Make sure to stop by starting on December 14th for snacks, stress busters and study spaces. NEW this year–Kick start your finals prep with free help from P.A.S.S. Peer Tutors. The Hinsdale Public Library has partnered with Hinsdale Central’s P.A.S.S. peer tutoring group to offer study sessions on Sundays, December 1st and 8th, and during finals week from December 14th through 18th. Tutors will offer help in all levels of Calculus, Trigonometry, PreCalculus, Integrated Math, Algebra, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Spanish and World History. Visit the HPL website for more details, or sign up for a time slot here.

Peer tutors will be available for the following subjects at the following times. Sign up to reserve your time slot.

Sunday, Dec. 1

• 1-2 p.m.: Algebra 2/Trig., Algebra 2 Trig. Honors
• 2-3 p.m.: Chemistry, Chemistry H; Physics, Physics H
• 3-4 p.m.: Spanish, Spanish 2, Spanish 3, Honors
• 3:30-4:30 p.m.: AB/BC Calculus

Sunday, Dec. 8

• 1-2 p.m.: PreCalculus
  2-3 p.m.: Algebra
  3-4 p.m.: Biology, Biology H
  3:30-4:30 p.m.: Physics, Physics H

Saturday, Dec. 14

• 1-2 p.m.: Algebra, Algebra 2/Trig, Algebra 2/Trig. Honors, PreCalculus
• 2-3 p.m.: Physics, Physics H, Chemistry, Chemistry H

Sunday, Dec. 15

• 1-2 p.m.: Algebra, Algebra 2/Trig, Algebra 2/Trig. Honors, PreCalculus, Geometry, BC Calculus
• 2-3 p.m.: Biology, Biology H, World History, World History Honors

Monday, Dec. 16:

• 4-5 p.m.: Integrated Math
• 5-6 p.m.: Algebra, Algebra 2/Trig, Algebra 2/Trig. Honors
• 6-7 p.m.: PreCalculus
• 7-8 p.m.: Spanish, Spanish 2, Spanish 3, Honors

Tuesday, Dec. 17:

• 4-5 p.m.: Spanish, Spanish 2, Spanish 3, Honors
• 5-6 p.m.: Chemistry, Chemistry H
• 6-7 p.m.: Biology, Biology H

Wednesday, Dec. 18:

• 4-5 p.m.: World History, World History Honors, Algebra, Algebra 2/Trig, Algebra 2/Trig. Honors
• 5-6 p.m.: PreCalculus
• 6-7 p.m.: BC Calculus
• 7-8 p.m.: Physics, Physics H, Chemistry, Chemistry H

P.A.S.S. (Peer Athlete Student Scholars) is a group of Hinsdale Central Students who seek to bridge the gap between academics and athletics by providing peer study groups and one-to-one academic support in core content areas. HPL has partnered with their program to provide peer tutoring to all high school students at the Library in preparation for finals.

FOR CLARENDON HILLS RESIDENTS:

The Clarendon Hills Public Library 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 an interactive whiteboard to share work and ideas. Tutors are available every day from 3pm – 10pm (excepting certain holidays).

To use this service, go to tutor.com/clarendonhillspl or click on the Tutor.com link on the library’s Research Resources page of its website. You just need your CHPL card and any Internet-connected device. Topics covered include math, science, English, social studies, writing, and more. Expert tutors will work with students in kindergarten through 12th grade and can even help with AP®-level and intro-level college coursework. This is a free service for CHPL card holders. For more information, visit https://clarendonhillslibrary.org/trending-now/289-new-service-alert-tutor-com-for-1-on-1-online-tutoring.

See FLYER for more details.

Hey Red Devils!

The holiday season is just around the corner, and what better way to spread some cheer than with Hinsdale Central spirit wear? Whether you’re shopping for a friend, family member, or treating yourself, our cozy HC hoodies, comfy flannel PJ pants, and other awesome Red Devil gear make the perfect gift. Don’t miss out on the Boosters’ upcoming December sales!

Thursday, December 5th
Time: 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Grant Street Entrance

Wednesday, December 11th
Time: 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Event: 8th Grade Family Night
Location: Student Commons

Friday, December 13th
Time: 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Grant Street Entrance

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!

• PTO Meeting – Wednesday, January 15th, 7pm (Zoom)

” 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.

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