Distribution of Materials Information
If you were unable to pick up your student's planners, ID's, lanyards, HCHS mask, yearbook or class t-shirt, you can pick these items up at the Greeter Desk in the HCHS front entrance from 7:30 am -2:30 pm daily.
Sophomore class t-shirts are now in. Freshman class t-shirts were delayed en route, but can be picked up starting on Tuesday, 9/1/2020.
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Financial Aid Information Session
The Counseling Office is excited to sponsor a Financial Aid presentation from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) on Thursday, August 27th at 6:30 PM. Senior families are encouraged to attend to learn about completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and the different types of financial assistance available for their student’s post-secondary education. Non-senior families who are interested in learning more about the financial aid process to begin planning for their student’s post-secondary plans are also welcome to attend. Please register for the event at https://illinois2.webex.com/illinois2/onstage/g.php?MTID=e45812b22d52d10f6e3c13da7dc3f5809. With the passage of H.B. 2719 beginning with the 20-21 school year, FAFSA completion or a completed FAFSA Nonparticipation Form is required of all Illinois seniors for high school graduation.
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Parent/Guardian Participation in Remote Learning
We recognize and respect how deeply committed our families are to the education of their children. However, it has come to our attention that some of our parents/guardians have been actively participating in the remote learning discussions and activities our students and teachers have been engaged in since the start of the school year.
While we understand that there may be a need to assist with technology-related issues during class or assignments completed outside of class, we must ask parents/guardians to please refrain from taking part in the lessons being administered during the instructional day. Doing so will help achieve the following goals:
- Students will be able to independently build upon their growth, development and capacity as learners.
- Teachers will be able to more accurately and effectively assess the knowledge, skills and abilities of our students.
- Students will be able to forge a strong bond with their teachers and each other that will contribute to their success both in and out of the classroom.
We are also asking parents/guardians to help students create an environment at home (e.g., quiet space, good lighting, minimal distractions, etc.) that will best support and promote learning. We realize this may be difficult at times given the challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, whatever can be done to establish greater consistency and routine would be greatly appreciated.
Lastly, students who are struggling with any aspect or element of the remote learning process are encouraged to contact their teachers as soon as possible. If the teachers are unable to assist with the issue, they will help identify the individuals who can. Parents of students in the Foundations program are encouraged to model and provide appropriate engagement strategies to increase their student’s independence with remote learning formats.
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Clubs and Activities Fair
Typically all students would attend an in person clubs and activities fair during their PE classes on Monday, Aug. 24th. This year we will be doing something different. We are hosting a virtual Activities fair over the course of 2 weeks thru Sept. 3 from 3:15-5:25 each night. Each active club will host a 10 min information session with the sponsor and a senior leader throughout these 2 weeks to provide information about what the club is about and how to join. Please check this schedule for links to meetings for specific club sessions. Prior to attending the virtual fair, check out these introduction videos to learn more about all the clubs that Hinsdale Central has to offer! Make sure you are regularly checking the Activities page of the Hinsdale Central Website and your school email accounts for updated club meetings times as well – all club meeting times and locations are posted here: https://d86.hinsdale86.org/Page/307
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Writing Great College Essays Webinar on Saturday, August 29, 2020 & Sunday, August 30, 2020 10:00 AM
A free educational webinar is being offered by College Essay Guy, Mr. Ethan Sawyer. This is a free two-part webinar series which will cover writing personal statements and supplemental essays! Registration is required at https://event.webinarjam.com/register/139/94g81con
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Class of 2024 Freshman Parent Night
This year we will be offering our Freshman Parent Night prior to Curriculum Night on Thursday, September 3, 2020 from 6:00 – 6:45 PM. This will provide parents the opportunity to meet with their student’s counselor to learn more about the programs and goals during the next four years as we partner for success with your student. Each counselor will email their families a link to their meeting prior to the event. We look forward to welcoming you to this event.
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School pictures/yearbook portraits are scheduled!
All Students grades 9-12 will have their yearbook portraits taken the week of Sept 8-11 in the Community Room as scheduled below. Students need to arrive with a mask on as they enter the building, through Door 1 (the main entrance only) and check in between the hours of 3-8pm. Students will be able to remove their mask for the portrait only.
Please arrive on your assigned day at a time convenient for you between 3-8pm. Only current students can enter the building through Door 1 where masks will be required and temperatures will be taken. Students will report directly to the community room and be asked to leave through Door 1 once their picture has been taken. VIP will send links to pictures home for ordering and will ship any pictures ordered directly home. Any families with siblings in multiple grades can select what date works best and all be photographed on the same day.
SENIORS – please note that this will be your OFFICIAL yearbook portrait for the school year. VIP will be scheduling 30 min additional sessions for Senior Photos the evenings of October 12-16 and 19-23 by appointment only. Look for additional information to be emailed home and in the eblast soon.
For safety and convenience, our photo days this year will be going paperless. All images will be posted online to view and order within a week after your photo day, and all orders will be delivered straight to your door. If you’d like to be notified when upcoming photos are ready to view, click here!
To place your order after photo day, just go to vipis.com to view and order your photos. For additional options and information email support@vipis.com - Also, there will be a re-take option on Oct. 21. More details to come.
Please report to the Community Room, entering through Door 1, ANYTIME on your assigned date between 3-8 PM as follows: Tuedy, Sept. Wednesday, Sept Thursday, Sept.
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Young Hearts for Life (YH4L) EKG Screening Information Update
Due to Covid-19, HCHS will not be able to offer Young Hearts for Life (YH4L) EKG screening to the students this year. As an alternative, you can register your child via Signup Genius to receive a cardiac screening at YH4L's office in Villa Park on Sept 2nd and 3rd for a $35 donation per student. YH4L started doing screenings at HCHS in 2017 after the tragic loss of HCHS student Michael Brindley in 2016.
With the cardiac side effects of Covid-19, it is more important than ever for all young adults 12-24yrs to have an EKG every 2 years. Guidelines set up by Infectious Disease Specialists are followed for all screenings. Please sign up today!
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Virtual College Exploration
IACAC is proud to present our Virtual College Exploration Program, September 15 - October 22. The six-week program consists of hundreds of opportunities for students to learn about the college search process and about many different colleges through panel presentations and information sessions. Students will gain a wealth of college knowledge, get exposure to a variety of colleges, and have the opportunity to ask questions of admission counselors, all in a safe, flexible, online environment. All high school students and parents are all welcome to attend. Registration is required. Participation is free.
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SAT Testing for Seniors
Hinsdale Township High School District 86, in compliance with the State of Illinois, will be giving a state-funded SAT with Writing to all seniors on Wednesday, September 23, 2020. Seniors cannot exempt out of this exam as it is required for graduation, replacing the required April 2020 SAT exam that was cancelled due to the closing of schools. Only seniors will be in the building for testing, allowing us to implement appropriate social distancing measures. All students will be registered for the test by Hinsdale Central; no registration is required on the part of the student or parent. There is no cost for this exam. More information about the testing day will be sent to senior parents and students via email over the next 2 weeks.
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Upcoming Hinsdale Library Programs
The Hinsdale Library is offering the following programming for all D86 students:
VIRTUAL: How to Apply to College During COVID-19: Wednesday, September 16, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Independent college counselor Thomas Jaworski will highlight important changes and considerations for college applications this fall and will provide essential tips for the common app and what to do about standardized testing. This information session is appropriate for both students and parents and will include Q and A time. Register here to receive your invitation for this Zoom Webinar.
VIRTUAL: Practice SAT: Saturday, September 19
Students in grades 10-12 are invited to take an online practice SAT at home proctored by C2 Education. C2 will provide test results and analysis after completion of the exam, and information about their test prep program. Limit 20.. Register here to receive your practice SAT login information from C2.
VIRTUAL: Tech Lab Tuesdays: Tuesdays, September 29 and October 27, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Parents and students needing technology support can sign up for a virtual Technology Lab session with a library staff member who can answer your questions about phones, tablets, computers, software packages, and most other tech-related problem. Register here for September, and here for October.
VIRTUAL: Practice ACT: Saturday, October 10
Students in grades 10-12 are invited to take an online practice ACT at home proctored by C2 Education. C2 will provide test results and analysis after completion of the exam, and information about their test prep program. Limit 20.. Register here to receive your practice ACT login information from C2.
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Seniors College Application Information
Counselors will begin sending transcripts to colleges after Sept. 1. Seniors will need to schedule an appointment with their counselor to review their requests. Please remember that all transcript request forms should be submitted 3 weeks prior to the college application deadline to allow for processing.
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Social Work Services
The Social Work Department at Hinsdale Central wanted to remind you of who we are and how to access us in a remote setting. Please see the link to our website below with our contact information as well as resources to support both you and your family in these trying times. Do not hesitate to reach about, your feelings are valid and we are here to help. Send us an email to set up an appointment, we are here for you.
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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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