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Encore class registration coming this week
Attention current 6th and 7th grade students and parents: It is nearly time for students and parents to make choices about next year's encore classes. Sometime later this week, HMS will send an email via SchoolMessenger.com, giving you specific information about how to make your choices for next year's encore classes. At that time, information will be posted on the district website: http://www.d181.org/hms/parents/index.aspx (Please note: it's not posted yet!). Please read the information carefully, so that students maximize their chances of getting their top choices. In the SchoolMessenger email, and on the district website, there will be details about the dates for students to log in to Infinite Campus and register for their top choices as well as some alternate choices. There is no advantage to registering early; it is NOT first come, first served. Thank you for your help in getting all our 6th and 7th graders registered. If you have questions, contact Dr. Henrikson at mhenrikson@d181.org.
Sign up now to help the PTO's 2012-13 efforts
Ready to volunteer for next year? Sign up opportunities for the 2012-13 school year are now open! There are many ways in which you can make a difference at HMS. Log on to SignUp Genius to see all of our HMS PTO committees and volunteer openings, and sign up to help! There is also a link posted on our website. The PTO is very grateful to all the parents who make our school such a great place for our children.
HMS welcomes new PTO leadership, committee chairs
The HMS administration and PTO thank all the parents who have volunteered to serve as committee chairs for the upcoming school year. A full list of the incoming PTO executive board and committee chairs is available.
8th grade events schedule detailed
8th grade families: You should have received an e-mail from the HMS main office detailing the dates and times of graduation events. Please note that the 8th graders will be at school on Tuesday, June 5, for graduation rehearsal and a special breakfast sponsored by the PTO. We are asking all 8th grade students to wear Spartan blue & white that day--an HMS shirt or t-shirt, or another shirt that is white or blue. We will take an all-class photo that day, following the rehearsal. June 5 is the last day of school for the 8th graders. The graduation ceremony is on Wednesday, June 6, at 3 p.m. in the Gym. The graduation dance is on June 6 from 7-9 p.m. And watch your e-mail box for information on a special all-class event on Thursday, June 7, from 8-10 p.m. The 8th grade events committee is seeking 20 parent volunteers for the June 7 event. Questions? Contact Mrs. Vescovi in the HMS main office, or Sharon Johns and Kathy Harris at 8graderep@hmspto.org.
Calling All Artists!
The HMS PTO is again running a contest seeking artwork to grace the front and back covers of the HMS Student Directory. The theme is “HMS is Above the Line.” The contest is open to current 6th and 7th graders only. The deadline is Tuesday, May 29th – All entries are due by end of school day. Turn in to Mrs. Vescovi in the main office. Artwork will be judged on the following criteria:
- artistic design incorporating lines,
- creativity, and
- best show of school spirit.
The winner will be announced during morning announcements on Friday, June 1st.
Directory Cover Template (pdf)
Shop for spring plants at Goers Greenhouse
If you are working on your garden this week, visit Goers Greenhouse in Hinsdale. When you buy your plants and garden supplies at Goers Greenhouse during the month of May, the PTO receives 10% of your purchase total. Either print out the PDF attached at the end of this e-mail or simply tell the Goers checkout person that you are with HMS. For information on Goers and a list of the plants it has in stock, visit http://www.verngoersgreenhouse.com/. Questions? Contact Alyssa Guido at fundraising@hmspto.org.
Hinsdale Central sets Explore test date
Next year's 8th graders, it's time to mark your calendars: The Explore Test will be given on Saturday, October 13, 2012, at Hinsdale Central High School. Students will need to arrive at HCHS by 7:45 a.m., and testing concludes before noon. Hinsdale Central uses the Explore Test to make class placement decisions, and all incoming 8th students should plan to take the test.
Check out new HMS summer reading lists
Summer reading lists are now available for students who will be at HMS next year. The lists include many new, fun titles. Check them out at hmspto.org/resources.
Order your school supply kits for next year
Orders for school supply kits for the 2012-13 year are now being taken online at epipacks.com. Use the school code HIN022. The ordering deadline is June 22. A portion of each order total benefits the HMS PTO programs--thank you for your support! If you have any questions, contact Kristen Evans at schoolsupplies@hmspto.org.
Raging Waves offers discount tickets to HMS families
The HMS P.E. department has signed up for the Raging Waves Waterpark Online Discount Ticket Program. As a member of this program, HMS families are now able to buy discounted tickets up to 25% off for Raging Waves Waterpark. You can print your admission tickets from your computer. Visit the online store at tickets.ragingwaves.com and enter this personalized Store Name: hinsdale31. Please call 630/882-6575 with any questions.
Community News
Hinsdale Central hosts Athletics & Activities Night
Families new to Hinsdale Central High School are invited to an Athletics and Activities Information Night next Monday, May 21, from 6:30-8 p.m. in the Fieldhouse at the high school. Teacher and student representatives of the many clubs, teams and activities will be on hand to discuss their groups and answer questions. Questions, contact the Hinsdale Central Athletic Office at 630/570-8241 or email Paul Moretta at pmoretta@hinsdale86.org.
Boosters seek 8th grade parent leaders
The Boosters Club at Hinsdale Central High School is looking for 8th grade parents to serve on its board of directors. The Boosters support Activities, Athletics and the Arts through fundraising. Central's Athletic Director, the Activities Director and the Principal all sit on the Board. Representatives will be at the 8th grade Activities Fair on May 21 at 7 at Central. For more information, visit http://www.theboosters.com/ or contact Laura Ginett at Laura.Ginett@arandpartners.com.
Celebrate retiring Madison teachers
Attention former Madison Elementary School families: Madison PE teacher Gail Incrocci and Resource teacher Juanita Uzcen are retiring from D181 at the end of this school year. If you are a former student/family and would like to share congratulatory thoughts with them, please send a card or note to them to Madison School, attention: Heather Blanck, Madison School PTO President. In addition, the staff, students, and parents will be honoring them at our All School Meeting at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 24 in the gym at Madison. All are welcome! Notes/cards will be presented at this time as well. Please share this with anyone else you think may be interested in congratulating Gail and Juanita.
Honor teachers through Staff Appreciation campaign
Looking for a meaningful way to thank or honor a special teacher, principal, aide, secretary, school nurse or other staff person? Consider a donation to the District 181 Foundation's Staff Appreciation Campaign. Send your tax-deductible donation to the Foundation, along with a note or letter to the honoree. The staff member receives your letter and a Certificate of Recognition. Copies of the letter are sent to the building principal and the Superintendent, and in the fall, the list of honorees is featured in newspaper ads and in a poster on display at D181 schools. Donations are used to benefit D181 schools through teacher grants, special initiatives and community partnership grants. To make a donation or to find out more, visit d181foundation.org—and click on "Teacher Apprec"—or contact mcooper@d181foundation.org.
