April 7th COMMUNITY
NEWS & UPDATES
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Half Day Dismissal (11:30) Today - Friday, April 7th
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Please see the schedule for today, Friday, April 7th below:
1 - 8:00 to 8:25 a.m.
2 - 8:30 to 9:00 a.m.
3 - 9:05 to 9:30 a.m.
4/5/6 - 9:35 to 10:00 a.m.
6/7/8 - 10:05 to 10:30 a.m.
9 - 10:35 to 11:00 a.m.
10 - 11:05 to 11:30 a.m.
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Khan Academy is a free, online program designed to provide students with individualized SAT practice based off of their PSAT scores. It offers practice exercises, instructional videos, and a personalized learning dashboard that empower students to study at their own pace in and outside of the classroom.
In order to link PSAT scores to Khan Academy, juniors must access their College Board accounts. If you have checked your student’s PSAT scores, or previous AP scores, then either you, or your child, have already created a College Board account. Please check with your child to ensure that they know how to log in to their College Board accounts, as we have no way to access it if it has been created.
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College Rep Visits
The following colleges/universities will be visiting Hinsdale South High School. If you are a junior/senior interested in meeting with the representative from the school, see Ms. Alvarez in the counseling office to sign up for the visit.
Northern Illinois University, IL - 4/17/2023 - 9:00 AM
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College of DuPage Field Trip - Friday, April 21st |
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Attention Seniors!
Are you thinking about attending College of DuPage in the fall?
The Counseling Department will be sponsoring a field trip to COD on Friday, April 21st. This field trip will provide you with very important information from the admissions office. You will have the opportunity to have all of your questions answered and we will also take a tour of the campus.
To sign up for the field trip, pick up a permission slip from Mrs. Alvarez or Mrs. Cabrera in the Counseling Office. It must be signed by a parent and turned in by Friday, April 14th. Space is limited.
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Athletic Summer Camp Registration |
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Summer is quickly approaching and Athletic Summer Camp Registration is now open!
Please follow the link below for more information and registration:
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Reminder - registration for the district's summer school program is scheduled to open on April 15. This year's program features a wide array of offerings that will be delivered in person (at Hinsdale South) and online. These offerings include the following new courses:
- College Essay Writing Workshop
- Modern Music Appreciation
Drivers education will also be offered at both campuses.
The first semester for summer school will take place June 12-29, while the second semester will be held July 5-20. Classes will not meet June 19, July 3 or July 4. Bus transportation will be available to all students at no additional cost.
The program of studies for summer school, which was approved by the board of education on March 23, can be accessed by visiting https://bit.ly/40AdPIk. Additional information about summer school will be available on the district website starting on April 3.
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Hinsdale South Introduction to Business classes will be hosting their “Shark Tank” pitches on Tuesday May 16, 2023. Students enrolled in this course have been working in cooperative groups the entire school year preparing for business plan. The “Shark Tank” finals will be a culmination of students' successes from Mr. Doran and Mrs. Pecka’s Introduction to Business classes. |
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Emily Polacek attends APA TOPPS Conference
Emily Polacek, a Hinsdale South Social Studies teacher, is serving a three -year term as a member at large for the Teacher of Psychology in Secondary Schools (TOPSS) committee which is a part of the American Psychological Association (APA). While Emily attended the APA spring plenary conference in Washington, DC, she worked with teachers and psychologists from around the country to help create and revise resources for high school psychology teachers and students. The elected committee worked to find ways to promote and disseminate the new high school psychology standards and create new regional psychology teacher networks.
The current and past APA presidents acknowledge that the growth of psychological science starts in high school classrooms.
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The second day of testing in April includes the Illinois Science Assessment (ISA) for our juniors. This exam is given per Federal requirements and consists of three sections covering (i) Physical Sciences, (ii) Earth and Space Science, and (iii) Life Science. Students take this test on their school-issued Chromebooks, and questions follow a variety of formats, including multiple choice and short answer questions. ISBE provides a tutorial and practice test for students, and all questions are based on the Illinois Science Standards, which are the same as the Next Generation Science Standard
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Business Professionals of America (BPA) |
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Another great State Leadership Conference for Business Professionals of America. We are so proud of all our students, but especially proud of our national qualifiers!!!
Anastasia Galinski
Adolph Galinski
Kaitlyn Wong
Elias Carder
Nikki Wu
Congrats to Elias Carder, Adolph Galinski, and Anastasia Galinski for getting numerous medals for open events during SLC as well.
Lastly, HUGE congrats to Anna Meng, our new BPA Illinois State Officer! Anna will be serving as the Vice President of State Projects, a huge accomplishment!
Off to Anaheim, California we go! BPA Nationals this April 26th- April 30th! #SouthPride
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IHSA Virtual Sectional Results |
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Congratulations to the journalists who competed at the IHSA Virtual Sectional competition last Saturday. The group of Vespa & Stinger staff members earned a close 3rd place at Sectionals and advanced 8 events to the IHSA State Journalism Competition on Friday, April 21 at Heartland Community College in Bloomington-Normal.
The following qualified for the IHSA State Journalism Competition on Friday, April 21
Noelle Waterman: SECTIONAL CHAMPION - Advertising
Salam Bouso: SECTIONAL CHAMPION - Editorial Cartooning
Ellen Mulgrew: SECTIONAL CHAMPION - Infographics
Ayah Jaber: SECTIONAL CHAMPION - Yearbook Copy
Andrea Crisp: Sectional Runner-Up - Editorial Writing
Annika Nicol: Sectional Runner-Up - Sports Writing
Ayah Jaber: Sectional Runner-Up - Yearbook Caption
Collin Caldwell & Lily Levine: Third Place - TV News
The following journalists placed at Sectionals and earned points for the team sweepstakes:
Haniya Muqtadar: Fourth Place - Photo Story Telling
Andy Esposito: Fourth Place - Review Writing
Ellen Mulgrew: Fourth Place - Yearbook Layout
Claire Weigus: Fifth Place - Headline Writing
Parth Joshi: Fifth Place - News Writing
Ibrahim Jarad: Fifth Place - Newspaper Design
Mayse Al Lababidi & Melanie Hochnadel: Fifth Place - Yearbook Theme Development
Noelle Waterman: 6th Place - Feature Writing
Congratulations to our journalists and coaches, Jim Kelly and Brian Thelen!
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The Hinsdale South Mock Trial Team competed in the state competition on March 18th and 19th. The team did an outstanding job, and a special recognition goes to Katie Mueller who was honored with the Outstanding Witness Award. A great big THANK YOU to Mr. Chavarria who took the team to the competition. |
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Ronald McDonald Donations |
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Civics students from Hinsdale South are collecting items that will help the Ronald McDonald House in Winfield meet the needs of the families it serves. They are currently seeking:
- K-Cup Pods
- Clear containers
- Paper towels
- Dryer sheets
- Cake and muffin mixes
Community members who are interested in supporting this important initiative can bring donations to the school (foyer located off the circle drive entrance) between now and April 17.
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LaGrange Art League and LaGrange Area Department of Special Education Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community Present - Student Art Exhibit April 5-29, 2023
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Anxiety & OCD 101 Presentation - April 11 |
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Anxiety and OCD 101
The D86 Parent Network Committee is hosting a presentation on April 11 titled "Anxiety & OCD 101."
During the event, which will be held in the library at Hinsdale Central from 7-8:30 p.m., Dina Scolan from The OCD & Anxiety Center will provide parents/guardians with strategies they can use to help their teens.
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Community Speaker Series Events - April 25 and 26 Held in person at the Community House |
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Katie Hurley will be the featured presenter for the final two events being held in conjunction with the 2022-23 Community Speaker Series.
During her sessions, which will take place April 25 from 7-8:30 p.m. and April 26 from 9:30-11 a.m., Hurley will discuss the critical role that empathy development plays in improving a child’s relationships, mental health and ability to work through difficult times. She will talk about the impact of bullying and cyberbullying and provide a proactive approach for empowering empathy and resilience in children. She will also provide attendees with concrete strategies for increasing empathy, kindness and resilience.
Both sessions are free and open to the public, and will be held in person at The Community House (415 W. Eighth Street in Hinsdale).
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Hinsdale South Foundation Presents:
Jeanette Andrews
COME FOR AN EVENING OF MAGIC AND ILLUSION!
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Jeanette Andrews is hailed as one of the most innovative illusionists in the world today and has staged hundreds of sold-out and standing-room-only performances for Fortune 500 companies, theaters and universities - now she is coming to HSHS!
Experience your senses like never before. This is not your average magic performance….
This fundraiser helps support Hinsdale South High School Foundation with student scholarships and grants for the enrichment and enhancement of educational programs and opportunities - which also includes Hall of Fame.
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Free Clinic Event for the Community |
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Hinsdale South Booster Club
The Boosters are the not-for-profit parent organization that partners with our administration, faculty, parents, students, and our community to enhance academic excellence and our students' overall high school experience. We contribute our time and resources to supplement and support programs while providing opportunities and activities for the sole benefit of our students. The Booster Club promotes Hornet Spirit, provides student scholarships, support.
Click HERE to be directed to website.
Hinsdale South Foundation
The mission of the Hinsdale South High School Foundation is to provide for the enrichment and enhancement of educational programs and opportunities through the establishment of partnerships with individuals, alumni, community organizations and corporate sponsors dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in education.
Hinsdale South Athletic Club
The Hinsdale South Athletic Club is a nonprofit 501c(3) organization made up of a wonderful group of volunteer parents, staff, and alumni trying to make a difference for our school, our athletes and our community.
Our Goal
For Hinsdale South to continue to be a place that all students and all community members are proud to call home. By improving our facilities, we are improving our community. The Athletic Club is working with all coaches and the athletic department to fulfill all requests for improvements of our athletic facilities. We cannot do it without you. Please join the Athletic Club today as our membership drive is the most important fundraiser that we have. Support our athletes, become a volunteer and help us make a difference.
Click HERE to be directed to their website.
Hinsdale South Music Booster Club
The Music Boosters is a volunteer organization that supports all of the Hinsdale South High School music department classes and extracurricular activities, and also supplements the department and its students with financial support. Membership is encouraged to all parents of band, choral and orchestra students but is open to any who want to support the Hinsdale South Music Department.
Click HERE to be directed to their website.
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