Upcoming Important Dates

10/23/2026 7:30 pm

• No School, Election Day - Tuesday, November 3rd
• Community Speaker Series: Soccer Dad - Thursday, November 7th at 7pm, HMS
• Early Release Wednesday - Wednesday, November 11th, 1:55pm
• Staff Appreciation Pumpkin Pie Distribution - Tuesday, November 24th

Open PTO Executive Board Positions

10/23/2026 7:29 pm

Interested in getting more involved? The PTO Executive Board has two open positions: Secretary and Vice-President. In addition to attending two general PTO meetings per semester, the Executive Board meets periodically to discuss current business and plan future endeavors, working closely with HC administrators. Both the Vice-President and Secretary roles assist in meeting planning & execution and helps oversees PTO committees. The Secretary is also responsible for maintaining organization and taking minutes at Executive Board and general meetings. The Vice-President fills an important role by assisting the President. Email execboard@hcpto.org if you are interested or have any questions about these positions!

Sponsor A Pumpkin Pie For HC Staff

10/23/2026 7:23 pm

Help us show our appreciation for the wonderful Hinsdale Central staff by sponsoring a Thanksgiving pumpkin pie! Each year, the HCHS PTO Staff Appreciation Committee provides every staff member with a pumpkin pie to enjoy over Thanksgiving. This beloved tradition is one of the staff's favorite days! Whether it's one less dessert to prepare or a treat to bring to a family gathering, it's a simple way to thank our staff for all they do.

Make It Personal!
Your donation will be recognized with a special Thanksgiving sticker on each pie you sponsor, featuring your family's name: “Happy Thanksgiving from the Smith Family!”

Please Note: We are unable to accommodate requests to sponsor pies for specific staff members.

Purchase a pie HERE by the deadline Wednesday, November 18th.

Sign up HERE to VOLUNTEER with pies pick up, set-up, or distribution on Tuesday, November 24th.

Thank you for helping us continue this special Hinsdale Central tradition. Reach out to appreciate@hcpto.org with questions.

Save the Date: College Planning Workshop

10/23/2026 7:15 pm

Save the date, Junior Parents and Students!
Join us for the PTO sponsored 2027 College Planning Workshop to be held on Sunday, February 21, 2027 at Hinsdale Central. Parents are invited to attend a panel led by Central parents that have recently been through the college application process. Students will rotate between breakout sessions including Essay Writing, Admissions from the perspective of college reps, and a Senior Panel offering tips and advice from current seniors. More details to follow!

Parent Volunteers Needed at College Planning Workshop

10/23/2026 7:00 pm

We are looking for parents to fill our Parent Panel for the College Planning Workshop on Sunday, February 21, 2027 from 12:00-2:15pm.

Are you a parent who recently experienced the college planning process with your child? Whether your college planning experience included enrolling at the College of DuPage or applying to a University or college nationwide, we need you!

As you know, college planning can be a confusing process, but you can help our Junior parents plan ahead by volunteering to be on the Parent Panel.

Email HCcollegeworkshop@gmail.com to learn more about how you can share your experience with our Junior parents on Sunday, February 21, 2027 during our PTO sponsored College Planning Workshop.

We look forward to hearing from you!

The Parent List

10/13/2026 3:00 am

The Parent List: A Hinsdale PTO supported resource for all things behavioral, learning and mental health.

The Parent List contains first-hand reviews from local parents about area providers that have helped positively address their child’s anxiety; depression; school avoidance; eating disorders; insomnia; peer relations; dyslexia; ADD/ADHD; autism and more. Much like “Angie’s List,” The Parent List is an online list of resources in our community that have already been successfully used by another area parent whose child has experienced mental health, learning or behavioral issues.

Did you know that teens experiencing mental health issues may present with more subtle symptoms? For example, anxiety can show up as recurring stomach aches, headaches, sleep disturbances, school refusal or other physical complaints. Teens experiencing depression may become easily irritated on a routine basis or have more frequent bouts of crying/sadness.

To read existing Parent List provider reviews, click HERE. 

Questions can be directed to parentlist@hcpto.org.
In no way does the Hinsdale Central High School, 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 High School and Hinsdale Central High School PTO disclaims 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.

Hinsdale Central Shoe Drive

10/10/2026 7:00 am

Hinsdale Central Student Council is excited to announce our Shoe Drive Fundraiser in support of the 2027 Prom! Our goal is to collect 2,000 pairs of shoes while also giving back to those in need - we have collected about 250 pairs so far!

We are asking staff and students to clean out their closets and donate gently used shoes. We will accept any type and size of shoe in good condition, including: baby & toddler shoes, kids’ shoes, gym & athletic shoes, cleats, sandals, boots, dress shoes. Please bring in any gently used shoes and place them in the designated boxes at our main entrances. Every pair of shoes brings us closer to our goal of 2,000 pairs and helps support the 2027 Prom while making a difference in communities in need. All donated shoes will be distributed to people in need through our fundraising partner. Thank you for helping Student Council make this drive a success and for encouraging your students to participate! Let’s clean out our closets and reach 2,000 pairs! The shoe drive will go through November.

Yearbook Information

10/10/2026 6:09 am

If you are looking to buy a 2027 Hinsdale Central yearbook or senior tribute, purchase HERE for $55 only until December 1st, then prices will increase. Don't miss out and order NOW!!! Question? Email  hhaworth@hinsdale86.org.

Community Speaker Series: Soccer Dad

10/9/2026 7:18 pm

Register for the next Community Speaker Series on Thursday, November 5th at 7pm - Helping Children Find Their Passion and Excel Without Steering, Pushing, and Smothering

Register HERE.

Hinsdale Public Library Events

10/2/2026 7:00 pm

High School Peer Tutoring - With P.A.S.S. Peer Tutors
Stay on top of your work with help from P.A.S.S. Peer Tutors at HPL. Tutors available in all levels of math, physics, biology, chemistry, Spanish and AP Euro. Sessions held weekly.
Learn more and register HERE. 

Homework Helper Volunteers Needed
We are seeking high school volunteers to help with our Homework Helper program on Mondays and Thursdays, 4:30-5:30pm
Homework Helpers is a drop in tutoring program where high school volunteers work with students in grades K-8 to complete homework or practice reading.
Interested? Email Hinsdale Public Library High School Programming Coordinator Susan McBride at smcbride@hinsdalelibrary.info.