Homework Helpers at Hinsdale Public Library

Students in grades K-8 can drop in during our Homework Helpers sessions on Mondays and Thursdays 4-6 p.m. in the Community Meeting Room to receive help from trained high school volunteers! Getting homework help from a high school student is fun and students will earn rewards for their work. Parents need to sign in their students. Hosted by the HPL Junior Advisory Board. 

Principal's Corner

Registration

Register now to receive a $50 discount! Put your discount to good use by purchasing a PTO membership for the 2026-27 school year HERE.

  

CSCI Survey

The Elm School 2025-26 climate survey is now open for families. This annual survey is not only a state requirement, but a valuable opportunity for you to share your feedback on our school’s performance. 

So far, 13% of our families have completed the survey. Our goal is 100% participation, with a minimum target of 40%. We encourage you to take a few minutes to complete it today by clicking here: https://rezed.io/1PW41D

 

D181 Summer Camp Expo

The D181 Foundation Summer Camp Expo is coming! This is a great annual event to learn about a variety of fun summer activities - academic enrichment, local camps, sports, sleep-away camps, arts, and so much more! Save the Date - Wednesday, February 25th from 6-8 PM at Hinsdale Middle School. This event is FREE and no pre-registration is required.

 

Hinsdale Public Library Book Drive

Bake a Lasagna for a Family in Need

Spread some love: volunteer to bake a homemade lasagna with your family for another family in need. Sign up HERE.

Fine Arts Night - Thursday 4/23, 6-7:30pm

Parents' Night Out: Trivia Night - Saturday 4/25 7pm

Save the date for some old fashioned fun with Trivia Night at The Community House! More details coming soon.

Science Fair - Thank You & Survey

Thank you again for being part of this year’s Science Fair! Below are some highlights from the event. We’ve only received a few survey responses so far. Let's build on this year's success and make next year's Science Fair even bigger and better!
Please take a quick moment to complete the survey for the 2027 Science Fair:
 

Principal's Corner

Registration

Register now to receive a $50 discount! Put your discount to good use by purchasing a PTO membership for the 2026-27 school year HERE.

 

Ramadan

With the Ramadan holiday upon us, we recognize that some of our students will be fasting during the school day. Wanting to be sensitive to their needs, we will have lunch tables outside of the cafeteria during the lunch period where they may sit if they choose to do so, or, the option to NOT go to the lunchroom and instead participate in an extra recess period. Please notify your child’s classroom teacher of your wishes. Thank you!

 

CSCI Survey

District 181 uses the CSCI (Comprehensive School Climate Inventory) as its preferred climate survey. School climate refers to the quality of school life as it relates to norms and values, interpersonal relations and social interactions, and organizational processes and structures. Families, Students, and Staff will be asked for their feedback starting February 17, 2026. The survey window closes February 27, 2026.

 

D181 Summer Camp Expo

The D181 Foundation Summer Camp Expo is coming! This is a great annual event to learn about a variety of fun summer activities - academic enrichment, local camps, sports, sleep-away camps, arts, and so much more! Save the Date - Wednesday, February 25th from 6-8 PM at Hinsdale Middle School. This event is FREE and no pre-registration is required.

Treat Our Teachers!

Calling all Kindergarten and 1st Grade families! Help us Treat Our Teachers by donating snacks and goodies to stock the teachers’ lounge. Together, we can make our teachers feel extra loved and supported. Sign up HERE.

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