PTO Conversations; Safety & Public Confidence Report

Thank you to the PTO for hosting a Conversations on Monday. The report by Principal Walsh, Director of Security Kurt Bluder and SRO Kevin Berland showed a light on how serious Hinsdale Central and D86 take safety & security so that our students and staff can focus on the learning environment. Our strategic plan mission states "empowering students to pursue their ideal future by acquiring critical skills and knowledge to collaborate, create and connect with an ever-changing world". For a child to learn, they must first feel safe. It is the goal of this team and our staff to provide an environment that meets the basic needs of our students so that they can learn, grow, and lead. The report focused on Meeting the Needs,
What to Expect Regarding Communication, Security Personnel, Security Equipment, Safety Measures, Hinsdale Police Department Student Resource Officer.

Communication
For our communication protocol to be effective, we need our data to be accurate. Please make sure your phone number and email is up to date with the school.

Lanyards & school IDs
Additionally, please consider having a conversation with your child about school safety. In particular regarding the expectation that all students and staff must wear a D86 issued lanyard and their school ID. The building leadership team and the Red Devil staff are addressing this matter but it has been an uphill battle. The requirement of wearing the D86 lanyard and school ID is to take a simple step of assuring only Red Devils and authorized guests are on campus.
Join Boosters Today!

Last chance to buy a Booster membership for fall season sports and activities! Help us reach our season goal and increase funds for students for their grant requests by joining today. Free admission and no lines for all home games.
Homework Free Weekend for Seniors

The weekend of October 29th has been designated as a homework free weekend for Seniors only. This is intended to provide Seniors a weekend free of homework so that they are able to finalize their college applications and essays and/or focus on their SEL. 
Halloween Costume Guidelines

Hey students, thinking about dressing up this Halloween at school? Please keep the following in mind when planning your costume:
  • Absolutely no fake or real weapon props 
  • No full-face masks or full-face paint, as this conceals a student's identity 
  • Costumes should not be offensive, overly violent, or discriminatory
  • All costumes must still adhere to the school dress code.
Thank you in advance for your assistance in ensuring a healthy and safe environment!  
Dental Screening

Hinsdale District 86 is hosting the DuPage County Health Department Dental Program “Smile Squad” on Tuesday November 22, 2022 at Hinsdale South High School. Transportation will be provided for students attending Hinsdale Central. Good oral health is an important component of overall health! This program provides the following services for students with Medicaid Insurance or those meeting the income guidelines:
  • Dental exam will meet the state mandated requirement for 9th grade students
  • Dental screening
  • Dental cleaning, fluoride treatment and sealants for students meeting the necessary requirements
  • A letter will be sent home with the exam results and what services were done
  • Students receive a free toothbrush
Please complete this consent form and return to your student’s school at the following email address: Centralhealth@hinsdale86.org
AP Exam Registration Reminder

If your student is currently enrolled in a year long or semester 1 Advanced Placement (AP) course and are planning to take the AP exam in May, they must register for the exam by November 5. Information on the steps to register can be found at https://central.hinsdale86.org/student-support-resources/counseling/testing-information.
Young Community Changemakers (YC2): Become a Changemaker

Young Community Changemakers (YC2) is a leadership development program for current juniors and seniors designed to educate and empower local youth to become our community’s next generation of philanthropists — those who give their time, talent and treasure for the common good.
 
YC2 is sponsored by Community Memorial Foundation, https://cmfdn.org/, and designed around a shared vision that young people need opportunities to develop the skills to be future leaders and stewards of our community. Curricula encourages students to explore our local community and its social needs; learn about philanthropic theory; and engage in organizational evaluation and grant making. At the end of the program, students collectively award up to $30,000 of Foundation funding to local nonprofit organizations that further the mission and vision of Community Memorial Foundation.
 
Applications are due by Friday, November 23, 2022 at 5:00PM. Learn more and apply at http://cmfdn.org/yc2.
Red Devil Dispatch - Information on Attendance, Buses, Late Starts, Security and More!

Have questions about attendance? Curious to know what is considered an excused absence? Need a list of the late start days? Would you like information on how to report a security situation? The answers to these questions and more can be found here in the Red Devil Dispatch.

Our 24-hour Attendance Line phone number is 630-570-8090.

Please use this number to report all absences, including late arrivals and early dismissals. Failure to call within 24 hours of the absence will result in an unexcused absence. If you need to call your student out unexpectedly, your student will first need to be excused from the Dean's Office before leaving school.
Senior Parents

It is time for this year's yearbook senior tributes! See the flier for more information! 
Subscribe to The Devils' Advocate

Would you like to receive the Devils' Advocate mailed directly to your home? The Devils' Advocate is a school newsmagazine produced entirely by students that features stories about students, staff and the happenings around campus. With only a limited amount printed each month, guarantee yours by subscribing for only $35. Your subscription will get you all 7 issues of the magazine, with the first one dropping on October 31. It also includes the May senior edition magazine! To subscribe, go to the Parent Portal in Infinite Campus and click on My School Store. There you will find the Advocate subscription option--be sure to include your full name and mailing address. Thank you for supporting the students of Advocate! 
College Representative Visits for Juniors and Seniors

In person college representative visits will return this year! The list of colleges/universities visiting can be found through Naviance. Junior and seniors that would like to attend a scheduled information session must sign up via Naviance 48 hours in advance. Students that do not sign up will not be allowed to attend. It is the student’s responsibility to check with his/her teacher regarding missed class work or for homework assignments while attending a college visit. 
School Portrait Information

Hinsdale Central High School Yearbook Retake Day Information
  • Yearbook Only Retake Day: November 2, 2022
  • Time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
  • Location in School: Room 216
Hinsdale Central High School Class of 2023 Senior Portrait & Yearbook Information

Visual Image Photography (VIP) is the official photographer of Hinsdale Central High School and is honored to be a part of your senior experience! In order to appear in the yearbook, all seniors must have their photo taken by VIP. Photographs submitted from other studios will NOT be accepted into the yearbook.

Yearbook Photo Selection Deadline
Your yearbook photo selection must be submitted to VIP by January 9, 2023 in order to appear in your school’s yearbook. If you do not select an image, one will be selected for you by VIP. This date is set by your school and cannot be extended. If you do not have a yearbook image taken by VIP, you will not appear in the yearbook.

Hinsdale Central High School Studio Sessions
SENIOR PORTRAITS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY: Please make an appointment online at https://www.vipis.com/services/illinois-senior-portraits/ Walk ins will not be accepted.
  
Premier: $40 session fee. Add Cap and gown to your session for $10.
This session is taken indoors only and is for one outfit. The premier session includes the yearbook photos and up to three different backgrounds with different poses (from full length to close ups). You will receive 30-40 proofs to view and order from online within one week of your appointment. Your session fee is to pay for your photographer’s time and does not include any prints or packages.

Premier Plus: $80 session fee. Add Cap and gown to your session for $10.
This session is taken indoors and/or outdoors (weather permitting). This session is for one to two outfit(s). The premier plus session also includes the yearbook photos and up to four different backgrounds with different poses (from full length to close ups). You will receive 50-60 proofs to view and order from online within one week of your appointment. Your session fee is to pay for your photographer’s time and does not include any prints or packages.

Premier Deluxe: $120 session fee.
This session is taken outdoors at VIP specified locations only. This session is for one to two outfit(s). The Premier Deluxe session also includes the yearbook photos and multiple poses in a variety of locations. You will receive 80-100 proofs to view and order from online within one week of your appointment. Your session fee is to pay for your photographer’s time and does not include any prints or packages.

You can schedule at one of our studios by visiting us at www.vipis.com or you can contact us at support@vipis.com if you have any questions.
Technology Help Desk

Students having difficulty with technology, should contact the Hinsdale Central Tech Help Desk at helpdesk@hinsdale86.org or call 630-655-6180. The IT staff can help students reset passwords or repair Chromebooks as well as many other tech issues. 
Tip Line

District 86 partnered with Navigate360 to develop a new Tip Line that people can use to anonymously report any concerns they have about the well-being of our students, or make us aware of incidents or issues that threaten the safety of our schools or those we serve.
Please visit P3Campus.com or use the free P3 Campus mobile app to submit your tip. Both resources will also allow you to:
  • Share photos, videos or other attachments when submitting a tip.
  • Follow up on a tip you submitted to either check on its status or provide additional information. 
Please contact the dean's office if you have questions or need more information about our Tip Line.
Hinsdale Central High School
5500 South Grant Street • Hinsdale, IL 60521
Phone: (630) 570-8000