Welcome to the CHMS PTO!

This is a great portal of information to find news about upcoming events, access to the family directory, and a listing of important district links. You will also be able to visit the forms section to register for the PTO, purchase spirit lunch, request a PTO check reimbursement or buy a family brick to place in our school entryway.

The PTO sends a weekly update email with important dates and upcoming events each Sunday, to make sure you are receiving that newsletter, be sure to verify your information here.

Be sure to download the Membership Toolkit Mobile App.

🎉 Step Into Style - 7th Grade Sneaker Social 🎶👟

Want some new kicks for the 7th Grade social?! **THE FIRST 50 TICKETS PURCHASED WILL BE ENTERED INTO A RAFFLE TO WIN A $200 NIKE GIFT CARD!**

Saturday, May 17th 5:00 pm -7:00 pm at the Community House Gym in Hinsdale. Live DJ, Hoops + Games, Pizza, and Fun!

Tickets are $20 and can be purchased by clicking the link below or through the Store page in your Membership Toolkit account. Please note, a waiver must be signed by a parent/guardian prior to the event. Waivers will be emailed to families who purchase tickets.

GET TICKETS HERE

Come See Mary Poppins at Hinsdale Central - April 24th - 27th, 2025

The wind’s in the east and magic’s in the air… Mary Poppins arrives next weekend on Hinsdale Central’s stage! Come see everyone’s favorite practically perfect nanny in a musical adventure that’s supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! And don’t dash off after Sunday’s show— your Sunday ticket gets you into the Jolly Holiday party complete with stage tours, cast meet and greets and sweet treats!

GET YOUR TICKETS HERE.

🤟 Learn to Speak with Your Hands This Summer! American Sign Language is now part of D181 Summer School!

American Sign Language (ASL) has officially been added to the D181 Summer School curriculum—and it’s a great way for students to kick off summer with a unique and engaging experience. Whether your child is brand new to ASL or looking to refresh their skills, this light, fun course in June offers a meaningful way to learn something new without a big time commitment. You can find the ASL course listed on page 7 of the catalog, and registration opens today!

Even more exciting, this summer opportunity could help spark student interest and momentum for launching an ASL Club at school next year. If your child has heard about ASL from friends or is simply curious, this is a perfect way to get involved. Please consider encouraging your student to sign up and share with others who might be interested.

Please see the 2025 Summer Learning Catalog.

Please REGISTER through Skyward:

Hinsdale Central Girls Basketball Summer Camp

Announcing that Hinsdale Central High School will be hosting a Girls Basketball Camp June 2nd through June 6th (Monday through Friday), from 2:00pm-4:00pm. This camp is open to incoming 1st- incoming 8th graders who are interested in developing their basketball skills and learning from the experienced HCHS coaching staff and players.

The camp will be led by HCHS Girls Head Basketball Coach, Brett Moore, his staff, and current players (most of them are CHMS Alums!).

See FLYER for more details.

Community Speaker Series Presents Harlan Cohen

Community Speaker Series is pleased to present New York Times bestselling author and college success expert Harlan Cohen, who will speak on "5 Simple Rules for Success in College For Parents and Students." Harlan Cohen offers his advice for achieving success by getting comfortable with the uncomfortable. Gain valuable insights and learn how to support student success while maintaining a healthy parent-child relationship. See flyer for complete details.

NEW for this event: Bring your teens! Teenage students are welcome and encouraged to attend our evening event on Tuesday, April 29 at 7:00pm in the Hinsdale Central Auditorium. REGISTER HERE.

We will also offer a second presentation for parents on Wednesday, April 30 at 9:00am at The Community House. REGISTER HERE.

Sign up for Walk the Walk - 5/18

The 19th Annual Walk the Walk for Mental Health is Sunday, May 18 at The Community House!

Walk the Walk is not your average walk! It is a one-mile Color Walk that celebrates mental and physical wellness, access to mental health services, and ending the stigma associated with discussing mental health with friends, family and community.

The Big Blue Shoe trophy and a donation to the foundation in our school’s name is up for grabs! Join the CHMS Team when you register to Walk. LET’S GO EAGLES!

Did You Know? A CHMS PTO 6-Week Series!

A six-week series celebrating the history of Clarendon Hills Middle School—where we Imagine, Ignite, Inspire.

Back in the late 1990s, Clarendon Hills was growing fast—and so was the number of middle school students. At the time, kids from the Walker and Prospect neighborhoods made the daily trek to Hinsdale Middle School (HMS) at 3rd and Garfield. But with rising enrollment across District 181, it became clear the area needed its own middle school.

In November 1997, voters overwhelmingly supported a $12.9 million referendum to make that vision a reality—funding the construction of a brand-new middle school in Clarendon Hills and a gym addition at Madison Elementary. Ground broke soon after, and on August 28, 2000, Clarendon Hills Middle School officially opened its doors.

CHMS launched on August 28, 2000 with approximately 614 students from Walker, Prospect, Monroe, and The Lane attendance areas. Walter A. Kistenfeger, Jr., formerly principal of HMS, took on the role as CHMS’s founding principal and Ms Haddick as Assistant Principal. From day one, the school was more than a building—it was a lively hub of learning, connection, and community pride.

But like many growing pains, there were adjustments. The original plan to house four attendance areas quickly proved too ambitious for the school’s size. The Lane was reassigned back to HMS, helping CHMS better support the students and families of Walker, Prospect, and Monroe.

More than two decades later, CHMS continues to thrive—still at the heart of the village, still growing alongside its community, and still guided by its mission to Imagine boundless possibilities, Ignite passions, and Inspire greatness within themselves and others.

CHMS Eco Club Clothing Drive ends this Tuesday, 4/15

The CHMS Eco Club Clothing Drive runs through Tuesday, April 15.

Please consider donating gently used clothing and/or shoes of any size to help those in need and keep excess textiles out of our landfills. For every bin filled, USAgain plants a tree!

Thank you to those families who have already donated!

Volunteers Needed For Next School Year!

CHMS Parents - Interested in getting more involved next school year? There are several volunteer opportunities ranging from PTO board positions to staff appreciation to spirit lunches. There is a committee available for every talent and involvement level/commitment!

Please email president@chmspto.org for additional information and to volunteer!