Order your yearbook now! The cost is $5o and will be distributed in early May. Forgot if you ordered? Click HERE.
Important: We order very few extra copies—placing your order through Walsworth is the only way to guarantee you’ll have a book this year. Senior Tribute order information for the Class of 2026 can be found HERE.
DIRECTORY SPOT is the online directory for Hinsdale Central families with paid PTO membership only. Join the PTO HERE.
This is the last week to edit or delete information in Directory Spot, deadline is October 17th. For all new families, create an account with Directory Spot with the email that you registered with the district. Press the RESET PASSWORD button to create your password. Any questions, please email directory@hcpto.org.
The Parent List contains first-hand insight from D86, D181, and D63 parents about area providers that have helped address their child’s anxiety, depression, school avoidance, eating disorders, insomnia, peer relations, grief, stress, ADD/ADHD, autism spectrum, and more.
The Parent List was created in 2015 in response to the suicide of a local student with the goal of streamlining the process of and decreasing the stress around connecting with a provider. The Parent List is comprised of helpful resources in our community that have already been used by a local parent experiencing similar concerns to you. Doctors, therapists, support groups, inpatient and outpatient programs, nutritionists, books, and holistic medical approaches may all be reviewed on The Parent List.
To read existing Parent List reviews, click HERE.
Much like Angie’s List, The Parent List relies on consumer feedback. We need fresh reviews to keep the list current. Please consider leaving your own brief, anonymous review of a provider who made a positive difference in your child’s well-being on The Parent List.
To help another local parent by leaving your anonymous review, click HERE.
Questions can be directed to: parentlist@hcpto.org
In no way does the 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 PTO disclaim 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.
Announcing the Community Speaker Series lineup for the 2025-26 season! We are thrilled to welcome these top experts to our community this school year. See the lineup HERE.
Our first event is on Wednesday, October 8th at 7:15pm at Hinsdale Middle School: Ethan Kross, PhD – Shift: Managing Emotions So They Don’t Manage You. Register HERE.
The Community Speaker Series is committed to fostering a sense of community through hosting in-person and virtual events that inform and inspire. CSS is funded jointly by District 86 and District 181 and is supported by the D181 Foundation. Our events are free and open to the public. We encourage everyone to join our events, connect and learn together.
We are looking forward to a great season!
The Community Speaker Series Committee
Regular PTO meetings are based on your input. Your voice matters! The PTO is dedicated to bringing actionable content and information during each of the meetings throughout the year. To meet the needs of our members, let us know what is on your mind by filling out the survey below. We strive to incorporate all appropriate feedback into the bi-monthly 2025-26 PTO conversations.
Click HERE to access the survey, which will take less than 5 minutes to complete. All responses are anonymous, and email addresses are not captured.
Any questions? Please reach out to Spring O’Brien and Kristin McDaniel at president@hcpto.org.
Thank you in advance for your participation!
Mark your calendars—the last two spirit wear sales, hosted by The Boosters, are happening on Tuesday, May 13 and Tuesday, May 20, from 3–8 PM at the Grant Street entrance. It’s your final chance to stock up on Red Devil gear before summer! Whether you’re looking to stay spirited during the off-season or find the perfect gift for your favorite 8th grade grad, we’ve got you covered. Don’t miss it—once it’s gone, it’s gone!
On Friday, May 16th, the Staff Appreciation Committee still needs volunteers and potted plants/flowers contributions. We will set up a breakfast buffet of bagels, cream cheese, fruit platters, and breakfast sweets. Please help if you can to make this event a huge success…Sign up HERE.
*Contribute 2 colorful potted plants/flowers tied with a bow to use as table centerpieces (20 needed). The plants and flowers brighten up the staff lounge so beautifully.
I can pick up these items from your home prior to the 16th or you can drop them off to HCHS Grant Street Entrance on Friday, May 16th by 6:30 AM.
*Contribute some time – Volunteers are needed starting at 6:30 AM for set-up in the staff lounge and continuing through to 9:30 AM to help replenish the buffet, greet teachers, and clean up. Please come for whatever amount of time you have to spare.
Please contact Kathy Shilder (staff appreciation chair) with any questions at appreciate@hcpto.org.
Walk the Walk for Mental Health will take place on Sunday, May 18th at 9am at The Community House. It is a great opportunity to raise awareness for positive mental health and provide mental health services to many students in our community. Register HERE. Learn how to register on a fundraising team HERE.
All senior women interested in sorority recruitment are encouraged to attend the sorority recruitment 101 information night Tuesday, May 20th. Doors and registration open at 6:30pm, program begins at 7:00pm.
Everyone who has purchased a Post Prom ticket or who does before tomorrow, 4/28, is entered into a drawing for some amazing items donated by our sponsors, including:
If you haven’t purchased a ticket to Post Prom- don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime event.
Send $55 through Zelle: treasurer@hcpto.org (indicate Post Prom & student name in the memo.) OR mail/drop off your check to HCHS PTO, 5500 South Grant Street, Hinsdale, IL 60521, prior to April 28, 2025. Please write “2025 Post Prom” in the memo note along with the name of the student(s.)
Winners will be notified the week of 5/5!