Official White House Proclamation on National Black History Month 2022:
"Each February, National Black History Month serves as both a celebration and a powerful reminder that Black history is American history, Black culture is American culture, and Black stories are essential to the ongoing story of America — our faults, our struggles, our progress, and our aspirations. Shining a light on Black history today is as important to understanding ourselves and growing stronger as a Nation as it has ever been. That is why it is essential that we take time to celebrate the immeasurable contributions of Black Americans, honor the legacies and achievements of generations past, reckon with centuries of injustice, and confront those injustices that still fester today."
"Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month." One prominent theme for Black History Month 2022 is “Black Health and Wellness,” which explores "the legacy of not only Black scholars and medical practitioners in medicine, wellness, and healing throughout the African Diaspora. The 2022 theme considers activities, rituals and initiatives that Black communities have done to be well." We invite you to celebrate Black History and learn about the invaluable contributions made to our nation.
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55th Street Traffic and Safety
We have noticed with the changing weather conditions that traffic during morning drop-off is becoming congested and potentially dangerous off of 55th Street.
Safety for our school community is our #1 priority and we are asking for all parents to refrain from dropping students off on 55th street and turning into the school lot from the left (far) lane of traffic.
We are working with the Hinsdale Police Department to address these concerns and to ensure student safety.
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Upcoming Late Start Days
February 7, 2022
February 21, 2022
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Seal of Biliteracy-February Testing
Attention Seniors!
Do you speak one of these languages at home?
Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latin, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, or Thai?
Are you taking a level 4, 5H, or AP World Language Class?
Test your knowledge and you could be awarded the Illinois State Seal of Biliteracy and receive recognition on your transcript and possibly college credit. More information can be found on the Seal of Biliteracy website on the D86 homepage under Academics or email Dr. Lawrence (jlawrenc@hinsdale86.org). Registration is now open for the February 5th and 26th testing dates!
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5 Essentials Survey
Hello Hinsdale Central Parents -
We Need Your Feedback!!!
Parents, students and teachers across Illinois will once again have an opportunity to participate in the annual statewide Illinois 5Essentials Survey. This survey is designed to generate a detailed picture of the inner workings of your child’s school as it relates to the important elements of school effectiveness.
On behalf of the Illinois State Board of Education, the Illinois 5Essentials Survey will be administered online by the University of Chicago. All survey responses will be kept confidential. The state will provide survey results for individual schools only if a school has at least 20 percent of parents take the survey.
To take this short survey:
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Visit https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/
- Type and select “Dupage” as "County." (The county is the location of the school district's main office.)
- Type your school's name into the "School" field and select your school.
The Illinois 5Essentials Survey identifies five indicators that can lead to important student outcomes, including test score gains. Research has shown that schools strong on these indicators are ten times more likely to improve student learning. The five indicators that affect school success are effective leaders, collaborative teachers, involved families, supportive environments, and ambitious instruction.
Parents will have until March 11th to participate in the survey.
We will be administering the survey to students during the week of February 14th. Student participants will be required to log-in using their state ID and birth date in order to complete the survey. Students’ identities will be completely confidential. Teachers or administrators will never see individual responses to survey questions and will only receive aggregated information, such as the total percentage of students who agree homework assignments help them learn course material.
Please be aware that under the Protection of Pupil Rights Act. 20 U.S.C. Section 1232(c) (1) (A), you have the right to review a copy of the questions asked of your child. While the link to this year’s survey questions has not yet been made available, the questions are the same as last year and can be found on the Illinois 5Essentials website at https://help.5-essentials.org/s/article/illinois-5essentials-survey-questions
If you do not want your son or daughter to participate, please call the Hinsdale Central Main Office at 630-570-8214 by February 7, 2022.
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Young Scholars Program - February 9th
The Young Scholars Program at Hinsdale Central High School recognizes freshmen for scholastic achievement, encourages continued achievement, and qualifies students for two $1,000 scholarships as seniors. The Hinsdale Central Foundation sponsors these scholarships that are awarded upon graduation.
On February 9th at 7:00 pm in the auditorium, the Young Scholars of 2025 will be recognized for their accomplishments. The program will feature a speaker and the awarding of certificates.
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College Selection Process: Advice from the Experts on February 16 at 6:30 PM online
Please join us to hear admissions advice from the following representatives: Dr. Thelbert J. Snowden, Director of Admissions & Recruitment at Morehouse College, Christopher J. Gruber Vice President/Dean of Admission and Financial Aid at Davidson College, Melinda DeMaria – Undergraduate Admissions/Associate Director of Admissions at the University of Georgia and Keira Vollandt – Assistant Director of Admissions at Tufts University
You can join the event at:
Event number: 2499 095 7056
Event password: uyWkWD6pb33 (89959367 from phones)
Join by phone 408-418-9388
Access code: 2499 095 7056
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COLLEGE PLANNING WORKSHOP -
for Hinsdale Central High School Junior students and parents
Sunday, FEBRUARY 20, 2022
12:00 PM - 3:30 PM
This optional workshop is designed to provide juniors and their parents with some additional guidance as they prepare to navigate the college application process.
After an introduction, students will participate in 3 breakout sessions focused on the college search and application process. The breakout sessions include the following:
College Applications from the perspective of a college admissions representative
Application Essays—take a deep breath
How I selected my college list: HCHS Senior Student panel
In addition, students may choose to participate in a mock interview conducted by a trained interviewer. Here is some information regarding co that require an interview:
The workshop also includes a 90 minute parent session which includes time for Q&A about the college application process.
All juniors/parents who would like to attend the workshop must register whether or not they choose to have an interview. Registration closes on February 4. Practice interview sessions are limited and scheduled on a first come/first serve basis.
Please click here:
to register for the 2022 College Planning Workshop
We also welcome volunteers to help with the day. We need interviewers and feedback providers (you will receive training!) plus a few folks to help with check-in and logistics.
Click here to volunteer
For more information or questions, please contact us at
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Prom Fundraiser
Red Devil Nation needs your help raising money for their upcoming Proms! The classes of 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 have partnered with LolaBird Bedsheets to raise money for their respective classes' upcoming Proms where a portion of each sale will be donated back to each class's accounts. These are quality sheet sets, a fantastic deal and could be a great gift for a graduating senior's dorm and it is easy to order! All you have to do is click on the link below, select any size and color sheet set, indicate which grade level you would like to be credited with your purchase and your order will be processed and sent to your home within 2 days!
The store closes on March 2, so act fast and get some new bedding!
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UPDATE: Master Facility Plan Student Service Center
Since Pepper Construction began work on the Student Service Center in May 2021, much work has been completed as we are near completion and occupancy in April 2022. Click here to see the work from start through December 2021.
Cotter Consulting, which is serving as the owner's representative for the district's Future Ready Facilities work, is providing weekly updates about the status of open projects. Links to those updates can be found on the D86 Future Ready Facilities website.
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Attention All Seniors! See below for Jostens Cap and Gown Information
Seniors: Jostens needs your approximate height and weight to ensure you have a proper fitting gown for graduation purposes. Please click the below link to finalize your information.
The cap and gown has already been paid for in your graduation fees at the beginning of the school year, this is ONLY for height and weight information.
Nothing else needs to be purchased at this time.
Questions? Contact Julie Van Ness at jvanness@hinsdale86.org
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Process, Protocols and Procedures for Inclement Weather
As we head into the winter months, we want to remind students, staff, families and community members about the process, protocols and procedures we will initiate and follow should we need to close our schools due to inclement weather.
Please visit https://bit.ly/3rREamP for information about how and when we will communicate weather-related updates. There are also details about the Emergency Weather Learning (E-learning) Days we will implement if we need to close our schools.
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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.
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Get Your COVID-19 Vaccine in DuPage
COVID-19 vaccines are free and available to anyone 12 years or older. There are now many locations available to get your COVID-19 vaccine in DuPage County. To find a COVID-19 vaccine provider near you, visit www.vaccines.gov.
The Dupage County Health Department also offers COVID-19 vaccinations on a walk-in basis in Wheaton, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For more information, visit dupagehealth.org/covid19vaccineclinic.
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