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Hinsdale Public Library has something for every high school student in April. Click the links to register for one or all of our upcoming programs just for high school students.

Peterson’s Test Prep
Get ready for the upcoming ACT exam and APs with HPL’s online test prep through Peterson’s. Anyone can use this resource while at the Library, and HPL cardholders can access it from anywhere. Access it through our online learning page here.

High School After Dark Board Game Battle

Friday, April 11, 7 p.m.: Get your game on at HPL’s High School After Dark Board Game Battle! Teams of 3-6 players will compete to be crowned Board Game Champions. Sign up here as a solo player or team.

Designing Your Future: A Teen’s Guide to College & Beyond

Saturday, April 12, 12:30 p.m.: This workshop will teach you how to create a blueprint for your future. College admission counselor Sonia Lal will provide the tools and answer your college admissions questions. Parents are encouraged to attend. A pizza lunch will be provided. Register here.

High School Peer Tutoring at HPL with P.A.S.S.

Stay on top of your work this semester with help from P.A.S.S. peer tutors. Sessions are available in all levels of Math, Science, Social Science, English and Spanish. Register here.

Upcoming dates and times:

Tuesday, April 8

• 6-7 p.m.
• 7-8 p.m.

Sunday, April 13

• 2-3 p.m.
• 3-4 p.m.
• 4-5 p.m.

Tuesday, April 15

• 6-7 p.m.
• 7-8 p.m.

Thursday, April 17

• 6-7 p.m.
• 7-8 p.m.

Tuesday, April 22

• 6-7 p.m.
• 7-8 p.m.

Sunday, April 27

• 2-3 p.m.
• 3-4 p.m.
• 4-5 p.m.

Thank you to everyone who participated in our PTO meeting on March 19th, Finishing the Year Strong and Summer Opportunities.

What is Planned for Post Prom 2025?

• Following Senior Prom on Saturday, May 3rd at Navy Pier, students set sail on the Odyssey for a luxury cruise on Lake Michigan. Live music, food, a photo booth, karaoke, and more make this a once in a lifetime event!
• Students travel to and from Prom and Post Prom in chaperoned busses
• This is an event not to be missed and we can’t do it without the help of the Hinsdale Central community and families

Why is Post Prom Important to our Community?

• A decades-old tradition that ensures Hinsdale Central Prom attendees a safe space to continue making memories
• The Hinsdale Police Department supports this event as the single most impactful event in keeping students safe after Prom
• In 2023 over 85% of Prom attendees joined for Post Prom

Debunking Post Prom Myths

• MYTH: I have to wait SO LONG to board the boat. TRUTH: After Prom ends, you’ll be steps away from boarding the Odessey on Navy Pier
• MYTH: We’re going to the lake house (fill in the blank) after Prom. TRUTH: In prior years, Seniors have made memories of continuing the celebration during Post Prom and getting some rest before spending the rest of Prom weekend supervised at the lake or other destination
• MYTH: What if my friends aren’t going? TRUTH: Rally your friends to make sure you don’t miss out on the full, once in a lifetime experience of Prom & Post Prom (We have more kids trying to get ON the boat at the last minute and this year we are not able to accommodate last minute requests)
• MYTH: It is SO COLD on the boat. TRUTH: It’s May in Chicago- the weather is anyone’s guess, but the Odessey has coverage, don’t forget the dancing, and is bringing a coat too much of a parent suggestion?? (there is a coat check at Prom)

Make your tax-deductable donation today! Visit https://hcpto.org/post-prom-donation/ to submit the form online. Donations are accepted through Zelle: treasurer@hcpto.org OR mail 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.

Additional Post Prom Myths to debunk? Send to prom@hcpto.org

Interested in volunteering? Contact prom@hcpto.org

All Central families, students, and staff are invited to help support Post Prom and the PTO at SHRED 415.  Two private classes on Wednesday, 4/16 at 6:45 pm or Sunday, 4/27 at 11am for Hinsdale Parents, students, and staff.

Hinsdale Shred415‘s signature class is based on four, fifteen minute segments, alternating between treadmill drills and strength training. Modifications are given for all exercices.

We ask for a donation of $10 (or more) for the class (the usual price is $34.) You can Zelle your donation to treasurer@hcpto.org (put Shred in the note.) There will also be a QR code at the class to donate. Anyone who donates $25 or more will receive 2 complimentary classes.

When signing up HERE, please include your email so a waiver can be sent. Students under 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.

Shred is located at 230 E Ogden Ave, Hinsdale, IL 60521. Learn more about Shred HERE.

Attention Seniors!

The next PTO meeting is Wednesday, March 19th, 7pm on Zoom: Finishing the Year Strong & Summer Opportunities. Zoom info and agenda is sent on Tuesday.

Finishing the Year Strong

• Academic Resource Highlight
  • P.A.S.S.
  • https://hcpto.org/academic-resources/
• PTO Sponsored Senior Sendoffs
  • Post Prom
  • Red Devil Spirt Scholarships
  • Panhellenic Meeting

Summer Opportunities

• Jobs
  • Job Board
  • Work Permit (Principal Walsh, Jen Regnier)
  • D86 Summer Opportunities (Parent Network- Deana, Chair, Hinsdale South)
• Summer Studies at College of DuPage (Jennifer Langge, Program Coordinator for HS & Adult Enrichment)

We look forward to seeing you there!!

What is Planned for Post Prom 2025?

• Following Senior Prom held on Saturday, May 5^th at Navy Pier, students set sail on the Odyssey for a luxury cruise on Lake Michigan. Live music, food, a photo booth, karaoke, and more make this a once in a lifetime event!
• Students travel to and from Prom and Post Prom in chaperoned busses
• This is an event not to be missed and we can’t do it without the help of the Hinsdale Central community and families

Why is Post Prom Important to our Community?

• A decades-old tradition that ensures Hinsdale Central Prom attendees a safe space to continue making memories
• The Hinsdale Police Department supports this event as the single most impactful event in keeping students safe after Prom
• In 2023 over 85% of Prom attendees joined for Post Prom

Debunking Post Prom Myths

• MYTH: I have to wait SO LONG to board the boat. TRUTH: After Prom ends, you’ll be steps away from boarding the Odessey on Navy Pier
• MYTH: We’re going to the lake house (fill in the blank) after Prom. TRUTH: In prior years, Seniors have made memories of continuing the celebration during Post Prom and getting some rest before spending the rest of Prom weekend supervised at the lake or other destination
• MYTH: What if my friends aren’t going? TRUTH: Rally your friends to make sure you don’t miss out on the full, once in a lifetime experience of Prom & Post Prom (We have more kids trying to get ON the boat at the last minute and this year we are not able to accommodate last minute requests)
• MYTH: It is SO COLD on the boat. TRUTH: It’s May in Chicago- the weather is anyone’s guess, but the Odessey has coverage, don’t forget the dancing, and is bringing a coat too much of a parent suggestion?? (there is a coat check at Prom)

Make your tax-deductable donation today! Visit https://hcpto.org/post-prom-donation/ to submit the form online. Donations are accepted through Zelle: treasurer@hcpto.org OR mail 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.

Additional Post Prom Myths to debunk? Send to prom@hcpto.org

FOR CLARENDON HILLS STUDENTS ONLY

The Clarendon Hills Public Library provides free access to LearningExpress Library Complete, a powerful e-learning platform that contains a collection of practice tests, quizzes, tutorials, microlessons, e-books, articles and flashcards to help students review the English, math, reading, writing and science concepts they’ll encounter on the official ACT/SAT tests.

In addition, students will find AP test prep resources covering a variety of subjects, such as biology, calculus, chemistry, computer science, English literature and composition, psychology, statistics, U.S. history, world history, French, Spanish and more.

LearningExpress Library Complete test prep includes:

• Authentic practice tests
• Test-taking strategies and tips
• Interactive tutorials with full-length pre-tests, unit quizzes and post-tests
• Essay practice with sample essays, annotations and scoring guides
• Detailed answer explanations
• Simulated test options designed to mimic test-day conditions
• Personalized study plans identifying areas of strength and those requiring more practice
• Diagnostic score reports

To begin using LearningExpress Library Complete, students can log in via the library’s website or directly at: https://tinyurl.com/chpllearninglibrary.  Students can create a personal account so that they can save their work in progress, store score reports, and revisit any practice tests, tutorials or e-books. Registration requires only a valid email address and a password.

The next PTO meeting is March 12th at 7pm: Finishing the Year Strong & Summer Opportunities

Finishing the Year Strong

• Academic Resource Highlight
  • P.A.S.S.
  • https://hcpto.org/academic-resources/
• PTO Sponsored Senior Sendoffs
  • Post Prom
  • Red Devil Spirt Scholarships
  • Panhellenic Meeting

Summer Opportunities

• Jobs
  • Job Board
  • Work Permit (Principal Walsh, Jen Regnier)
  • D86 Summer Opportunities (Parent Network- Deana, Chair, Hinsdale South)
• Summer Studies at College of DuPage (Jennifer Langge, Program Coordinator for HS & Adult Enrichment)

We look forward to seeing you there!!