May 1st COMMUNITY
NEWS & UPDATES
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As we approach the end of the semester, please be sure to check your student's grades and attendance on a daily basis. There are still five (5) weeks to go in the semester, so there is still time for your student to work with his or her teacher(s).
While teachers, and sometimes multiple teachers, will contact you if your student is not doing well or is declining, you do not need to wait for them, please feel free to email your student's teacher(s) with concerns. If your student is not doing well in multiple classes, please note that you will be contacted multiple times.
If you need help in accessing your student's grades, please visit the "For Families" section of our website and click on the "Infinite Campus" tab on the right. Then simply follow the directions there.
Thank you,
Hinsdale South Administration
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Asian Pacific American Heritage Month |
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Hinsdale South is proud to recognize our Asian Pacific American students and families as a key part of our diverse community and #SouthPride. We are excited to share that a group of students are currently forming a new student organization,
The South-Asian Student Association (SASA). We hope to continue exploring options for this new group and that it is more permanent organization next year.
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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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Early Release Day Information |
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Early Release Days:
May 3rd & 17th
Early Bird - 7:35-7:55 a.m.-20 minutes
Period 1 - 8-8:35 a.m.-35 minutes
Period 2 - 8:40-9:15 a.m.-35 minutes
Period 3 - 9:20-9:55 a.m.-35 minutes
Period 4/5/6 - 10-00-10:35 a.m.-35 minutes
Period 6/7/8 - 10:40-11:15 a.m.-35 minutes
Period 9 - 11:20-11:55 a.m.-35 minutes
Period 10 - 12:00-12:35 p.m.- 35 minutes
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May 20, 2023 – Prom at the Shedd Aquarium
May 30 & 31 – Senior attendance days
- Attendance expected for all seniors through May 31st
- Please settle all financial obligations prior to the end of the school day on Wednesday, May 31st. This includes Athletic/Activity fees and the return of textbooks received from the educational fee waiver program, if applicable. Please bring educational fee waiver textbooks to the main office or bookstore.
- Lockers must be cleaned out by the end of the day on Wednesday, May 31st. Seniors will not be allowed into the school building after May 31st.
May 31, 2023 – Senior picnic:
- This is the final day of school for seniors
- There will not be any final exams for seniors
- Seniors attend class 1,2,3,9 and 10, with a picnic event during 4th-8th
June 1, 2023 – Graduation
Rehearsal
- Graduation rehearsal will be in the main gym from 9:30-11:30 AM. Attendance is mandatory if you are participating in the commencement ceremony.
- Seniors must leave campus after rehearsal as school will be in session for freshmen-juniors.
- Tickets for an indoor commencement ceremony, if inclement weather, will be distributed at rehearsal
- A class picture will be taken at 9:30 AM
Commencement
- The commencement ceremony begins at 7 PM on the Football Field. Gates open at 6 PM
- If there is inclement weather, the program will be held in the gymnasium. Students are given 4 tickets for the gym and 2 tickets for the auditorium.
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Second Semester Exam Schedule
Day 1 - June 7th
Day 2 - June 8th
Day 3 - June 9th
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World Language Department |
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World Language Happenings, Spring 2023
On Tuesday, May 16, an information meeting for the Greece and Italy Spring Break 2024 Trip will be held at Hinsdale Central HS in Room 216 at 7:00 pm. Latin & Social Studies teacher Dr. DeRousse in partnership with travel company ACIS is leading the trip which will run March 20-29. The trip begins in Athens, goes to Delphi, Patras, Bari, Sorrento, Pompeii and Rome, and traces the rise of Greco-Roman culture with too many highlights to list. The trip is open to responsible Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors with good academic and behavioral standing. All information will be presented at the 5/16 meeting, at which point enrollment will open (capped at 30). To get planning and trip updates, opt into the email list here.
On Tues., May 23, we will be celebrating the induction of 27 students into their respective world language honors’ societies: Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica (Spanish), Delta Epsilon Phi (German), Société Honoraire de Français (French), and the National Latin Honor Society with a celebratory lunch for those students and their world language teachers. Congratulations to all for your hard work, achievement, and dedication to the study of another language!
On Wed., May 24, Sra. Lombard’s AP Spanish class will be taking a field trip to Meson Sabika in Naperville to experience an authentic Spanish meal of tapas and paella, supporting the D86 World Language mission by engaging students in authentic language and deepening their global awareness and cultural appreciation. Tapas (or small plates to be shared) originated in southern Spain and spread in popularity throughout the country, and paella is a traditional rice dish from Valencia seasoned with saffron.
On Thurs., May 25, Mme. Mikulcik and Mme. Chaney’s French classes will be taking a field trip to Chez Francois Poutinerie in Naperville to live the World Language Department mission of "engaging in authentic language" with a French-Canadian business owner, "deepen students’ global awareness and cultural appreciation" through trying an authentic French Canadian dish, and "deepen students’ empathy for others" while learning about how this business owner is giving back to the community by providing employment opportunities to adults with developmental disabilities. Bon appetit!
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Congratulations to the Varsity Badminton team for winning the WSC Gold Conference Championship!
This is the 21st Conference Championship in the last 23 years!
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The Hornets ended their season with an 11th place overall finish in Division 3AA.
Every team event placed in the top 20!
Algebra 1 Team - 13th Place
Shahmeer Ali, Anita Joseph, Rishikesh Joshi (5th), and Teressa Louis
Geometry Team - 11th Place
Eli Carder (19th), Isaac Choi, Jeremy Fung, Adolph Galinski, and Konrad Kremper
Algebra 2 Team - 17th Place
Parth Joshi, Eva Marie Louis, Tian Schulte, andAlex Siarny
Precalculus - 19th Place
Zach Carder, Anastasia Galinski (16th), Pranav Goel, Jaitin Pallath, and Adi Patel
Frosh-Soph 8-Person Team - 4th Place
Shahmeer Ali, Jeremy Fung, Adolph Galinski, Pranav Goel, Anita Joseph, Rishikesh Joshi, Konrad Kremper, and Teressa Louis
Junior-Senior 8-Person Team - 20th Place
Adolph Galinski, Anastasia Galinski, Pranav Goel, Parth Joshi, Eva Marie Louis, Jaitin Pallath, Adi Patel, Tian Schulte
Calculator Team - 19th Place
Shahmeer Ali, Eli Carder, Zach Carder, Konrad Kemper, and Adi Patel
Frosh/Soph 2 Person- 2nd Place
Eli Carder and Rishikesh Joshi
Junior-Senior 2 Person Team- 15th Place
Eva Louis and Jaitin Pallath
Oralist - 13th Place
Anastasia Galinski and Parth Joshi
Head Coach: John Schlamann
Assistant Coaches: Heddi Sirovatka, Kerin Sancken, Jennifer Gilbert, and Kristin Lapinski
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Student Council Variety Show
$5.00 - tickets available at the door
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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.
Click on link for info:
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Walk the Walk for Mental Health |
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The Community House is hosting the 17th Annual Walk the Walk for Mental Health on May 21 from 9 a.m. to noon. The event is a 1-mile Color Walk that will celebrate "mental and physical wellness, access to mental health services, and ending the stigma associated with discussing mental health with friends, family and community."
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The Hinsdale South Step team will be hosting a summer camp for all students including incoming freshmen.
The camp will run from Monday, July 17 to Friday, July 28, 10am to 12pm in the auditorium. If your child is interested in joining the step team next year, this will be a preview of what the season will bring.
There is a $25 fee required the first day of camp. Use this link to register. Please contact Mrs. Alexander at malexander@hinsdale86.org or at 630-468-4351 with any questions.
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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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