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Monday, January 12, 2015
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Due to ongoing construction, the weight room will be closed this week.

If you need some chocolate during finals this week, the Social Work Office, Room 245, has your
favorite for only $1.00. Stop by any time to get your treat!
CLUBS & ACTIVITIES

The Crucible, the spring main stage show, is changing its audition dates due to the fall musical
making the Illinois Theatre Fest. Auditions will now be held today, January 12 th from 3-6 PM,
January 13thfrom 1-4 PM, and January 14th from 1-4 PM. Be prepared to read scenes from the
script. All are welcome to audition. Have questions? See Mr. Kostro in Room 261. We all have
a little blood on our hands…

Archery Club will NOT be meeting this Monday after school.

Urban Arts Club meets tomorrow at 3:30 PM in Room 252.

For boys interested in track and field, we will have a short informational meeting today at 3:10
PM in Room 264 (the Drivers Ed classroom). Schedules and the information concerning our
season will be discussed. As a reminder, our season will start on January 20 th. Any questions?
See Coach Norman.

Pre-season conditioning for the upcoming mens’ gymnastics season begins Tuesday, January
20th at 6 AM in the gymnastics balcony. All are welcome. Questions? See Coach Amolsch in the
West PE Office.
UPCOMING EVENTS

Do you love dogs? Hinsdale South will have several pet therapy dogs visiting us in the
counseling office during Final Exam week! The Counseling Department is pleased to offer Pet
Therapy Dogs to help our students ease stress and create a positive mood. The certified therapy
dogs will be available for you to visit with on Wednesday January 14 th and Thursday, January
15th after school finals from 1:00 until 2:00 PM. You must sign up in the Counseling Office before
the event to participate. Please don’t forget to sign up if you plan to visit with the dogs as space
will be limited.

Didn’t make it to the library’s extended hours this week? Still have a few questions on your
upcoming final exams or a class project to finish? You are in luck--tutoring and snacks are still
available until 6:00 PM on Monday.

Hey South! It’s that time of the year again where students and faculty have an opportunity to
face-off in the annual Students vs. Staff Basketball Game! EVEN BETTER—we get to support St.
Baldrick’s by raising money and shaving our heads! Please email Ms. Johnson or see her in the
Math Office for more details.
Friday, January 9, 2015
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Due to ongoing construction, the weight room will be closed starting today and will remain
closed for the next two weeks.
CLUBS & ACTIVITIES

The Crucible, the spring main stage show, is changing its audition dates due to the fall musical
making the Illinois Theatre Fest. Auditions will now be held January 12th from 3-6, January
13thfrom 1-4, and January 14th from 1-4 . Be prepared to read scenes from the script. All are
welcome to audition. Have questions? See Mr. Kostro in room 261. We all have a little blood
on our hands…

Track and Field starts Tuesday, January 20th! If you are interested, please register online
through Hinsdale South’s athletic department homepage, and be sure to have an updated
physical on file with our school. Questions? Boys can see Coach Norman and girls can see Coach
Bonner.

Archery Club will NOT be meeting this Monday after school.

For boys interested in track and field, we will have a short informational meeting this Monday,
January 12th at 3:10 PM in Room 264 (the Drivers Ed classroom). Schedules and the information
concerning our season will be discussed. As a reminder, our season will start on January 20 th.
Any questions? See Coach Norman.

There will be a boys’ volleyball preseason meeting this afternoon at 3:15 PM in Room 264.
Everyone is welcome!
UPCOMING EVENTS

Do you love dogs? Hinsdale South will have several pet therapy dogs visiting us in the
counseling office during Final Exam week! The Counseling Department is pleased to offer Pet
Therapy Dogs to help our students ease stress and create a positive mood. The certified therapy
dogs will be available for you to visit with on Wednesday January 14 th and Thursday, January
15th after school finals from 1:00 until 2:00 PM. You must sign up in the Counseling Office before
the event to participate. Please don’t forget to sign up if you plan to visit with the dogs as space
will be limited.

Didn’t make it to the library’s extended hours this week? Still have a few questions on your
upcoming final exams or a class project to finish? You are in luck--tutoring and snacks are still
available until 6:00 PM on Monday.

Hey South! It’s that time of the year again where students and faculty have an opportunity to
face-off in the annual Students vs. Staff Basketball Game! EVEN BETTER—we get to support St.
Baldrick’s by raising money and shaving our heads! Please email Ms. Johnson or see her in the
Math Office for more details.
Wednesday, January 7, 2015
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Due to ongoing construction, the weight room will be closed starting today and will remain
closed for the next two weeks.

If you are looking for little sweet treat, Snowball is still selling chocolate bars for $1.00.
Please stop by Room 245, the Social Work Office, to pick yours up!
CLUBS & ACTIVITIES

Ping Pong Club meets today after school in the Student Cafeteria.

The Crucible, the spring main stage show, is changing its audition dates due to the fall musical
making the Illinois Theatre Fest. Auditions will now be held January 12 th from 3-6 PM, January
13th from 1-4 PM, and January 14th from 1-4 PM. Be prepared to read scenes from the script. All
are welcome to audition. Have questions? See Mr. Kostro in Room 261. We all have a little blood
on our hands…

Track and Field starts Tuesday, January 20th! If you are interested, please register online
through Hinsdale South’s athletic department homepage, and be sure to have an updated
physical on file with our school. Questions? Boys can see Coach Norman and girls can see Coach
Bonner.

For boys interested in track and field, we will have a short informational meeting next Monday,
January 12th at 3:10 PM in Room 264 (the Drivers Ed classroom). Schedules and the information
concerning our season will be discussed. As a reminder, our season will start on January 20 th.
Any questions? See Coach Norman.

There will be a boys’ volleyball preseason meeting this Friday at 3:15 PM in Room 264.
Everyone is welcome!
UPCOMING EVENTS

Do you love dogs? Hinsdale South will have several pet therapy dogs visiting us in the
counseling office during Final Exam week! The Counseling Department is pleased to offer Pet
Therapy Dogs to help our students ease stress and create a positive mood. The certified therapy
dogs will be available for you to visit with on Wednesday January 14 th and Thursday, January
15th after school finals from 1:00 until 2:00 PM. You must sign up in the Counseling Office before
the event to participate. Please don’t forget to sign up if you plan to visit with the dogs as space
will be limited.

Don’t forget! Tonight the library is open until 6:00 PM for those who need a quiet place to
study, or a computer to work on. We also have tutors and snacks for those who need them.
Extended hours run through Thursday this week and again Monday. Don’t wait until it is too late
to get help!

Hey South! It’s that time of the year again where students and faculty have an opportunity to
face-off in the annual Students vs. Staff Basketball Game! EVEN BETTER—we get to support St.
Baldrick’s by raising money and shaving our heads! Please email Ms. Johnson or see her in the
Math Office for more details.
Tuesday, January 6, 2015
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Due to ongoing construction, the weight room will be closed starting today and will remain
closed for the next two weeks.

If you are looking for little sweet treat, Snowball is still selling chocolate bars for $1.00.
Please stop by Room 245, the Social Work Office, to pick yours up!
CLUBS & ACTIVITIES

Ping Pong Club meets tomorrow after school in the Student Cafeteria.

Urban Arts Club meets today at 3:30 PM in Room 252.

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, our fall musical was selected to perform at
the Illinois Theatre Festival. How cool! In order to prepare for this honor, we are performing
one last time for our Hinsdale South student body and community tonight at 7 PM in the
auditorium. Come celebrate and support the actors, technicians, and orchestra in their huge
accomplishments. This musical is hilarious and promises to make you laugh at least once.
Admission is a suggested donation of $10. See Mr. Yuska with questions.

The Crucible, the spring main stage show, is changing its audition dates due to the fall musical
making the Illinois Theatre Fest. Auditions will now be held January 12 th from 3-6 PM, January
13th from 1-4 PM, and January 14th from 1-4 PM. Be prepared to read scenes from the script. All
are welcome to audition. Have questions? See Mr. Kostro in Room 261. We all have a little blood
on our hands…

To all Habitat for Humanity members: Come to our meeting today after school in Room 152. Tshirts will be confirmed and food donations finalized.

Hey Hornet Readers! Don’t forget that today is our monthly meeting in the library from 3:15 to
3:45 PM.

Track and Field starts Tuesday, January 20th! If you are interested, please register online
through Hinsdale South’s athletic department homepage, and be sure to have an updated
physical on file with our school. Questions? Boys can see Coach Norman and girls can see Coach
Bonner.
UPCOMING EVENTS

Do you love dogs? Hinsdale South will have several pet therapy dogs visiting us in the
counseling office during Final Exam week! The Counseling Department is pleased to offer Pet
Therapy Dogs to help our students ease stress and create a positive mood. The certified therapy
dogs will be available for you to visit with on Wednesday January 14th and Thursday, January
15th after school finals from 1:00 until 2:00 PM. You must sign up in the Counseling Office
before the event to participate. Please don’t forget to sign up if you plan to visit with the dogs as
space will be limited.

Hornets – Need some space and a little help to prepare for finals? The Library is open for
extended hours this week until 6:00 PM Wednesday and Thursday, and next week on Monday
until 6:00 PM. We will keep you fueled with some healthy snacks and tutors will be here to help
with those last minute questions. Check the schedule posted in the library to see when the tutor
you need will be available. Make these your best final exams ever!
Monday, January 5, 2015
CLUBS & ACTIVITIES

Archery Club meets after school today at 3:15 PM in the East Balcony. We will also be meeting
next Monday, January 12th. Everyone is welcome, so be sure to bring a friend!

Ping Pong Club meets this Wednesday after school in the Student Cafeteria.

Urban Arts Club meets tomorrow at 3:30 PM in Room 252.

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, our fall musical was selected to perform at
the Illinois Theatre Festival. How cool! In order to prepare for this honor, we are performing
one last time for our Hinsdale South student body and community tomorrow evening at 7 PM in
the auditorium. Come celebrate and support the actors, technicians, and orchestra in their huge
accomplishments. This musical is hilarious and promises to make you laugh at least once.
Admission is a suggested donation of $10. See Mr. Yuska with questions.

The Crucible, the spring main stage show, is changing its audition dates due to the fall musical
making the Illinois Theatre Fest. Auditions will now be held January 12th from 3-6 PM, January
13th from 1-4 PM, and January 14th from 1-4 PM. Be prepared to read scenes from the script. All
are welcome to audition. Have questions? See Mr. Kostro in Room 261. We all have a little blood
on our hands…
Friday, December 19, 2014
CLUBS & ACTIVITIES

Archery Club will be meeting after winter break on Monday, January 5 th and Monday, January
12th after school at the East Balcony. Everyone is welcome, so be sure to bring a friend!

Attention all Junior and Senior NHS Applicants: The deadline for applications is today at 3:15
PM. Turn them in to the Guidance Department. Applications turned in after 3:15 PM on Friday
will not be considered for membership in NHS.

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, our fall musical was selected to perform at
the Illinois Theatre Festival. How cool! In order to prepare for this honor, we are performing
one last time for our Hinsdale South student body and community on Tuesday, January 6 th at 7
PM in the auditorium. Come celebrate and support the actors, technicians, and orchestra in
their huge accomplishments. This musical is hilarious and promises to make you laugh at least
once. Admission is a suggested donation of $10. See Mr. Yuska with questions.

The Crucible, the spring main stage show, is changing its audition dates due to the fall musical
making the Illinois Theatre Fest. Auditions will now be held January 12th from 3-6 PM, January
13th from 1-4 PM, and January 14th from 1-4 PM. Be prepared to read scenes from the script. All
are welcome to audition. Have questions? See Mr. Kostro in Room 261. Someone accuses.
Someone is accused. What makes you think you won’t be next? The Salem Witch Trials never
seemed so close to home…
UPCOMING EVENTS

The Indian Prairie Public Library is hosting a Game Lock-In tomorrow night from 5:30-11:30 PM.
There will be laptops for League of Legends play as well as Xbox, PS4, and Wii for console
gaming. Register at the library or at www.ippl.info.

Don’t forget Hornets: The Hornets for Wounded Warriors Club is sponsoring tonight’s “Pack the
Place” basketball game against DGS. Shirts will be on sale during all lunch periods today and at
the door of the game to raise money for the Wounded Warrior Project. Buy a shirt, wear it to
the game, and get in free! Students wearing shirts will also receive a ticket at the door to
compete at halftime for prizes. Come on out and support both your boys’ basketball team and
America’s veterans.

Come spend your first morning off during winter break with Hinsdale South’s speech team. Your
speech team has been rehearsing since September, has been competing statewide since early
November, and has been garnering many accolades and they are finally read to show off their
hard work. See acting, student written speeches, poetry, prose, and on-demand speaking all oat
its finest. Meet us this Monday at 9:00 AM in the Fine Arts Wing as we take you on a tour of 14
different speech events from 50 different students. See Mr. Yuska or Mr. Anderson for more
details.
ACADEMICS

Attention Juniors! Do you want to be a teacher someday? The Family and Consumer Sciences
Department offers a senior-only class called Invitation to Teach. Students intern at local
elementary schools or junior highs four days a week during 9th and 10th periods. Students help
with teaching lessons, grading papers, putting up bulletin boards, and tutoring small groups of
students. They also have an opportunity to shadow their teacher for a day and visit a Chicago
Public School. If you are interested, you must fill out an application and turn it in to Mr. Hughes
in the FACS Office by Friday, January 23 rd. Applications can be found in the FACS Office or
Guidance Office. Please contact Mrs. Hughes with any questions.
Thursday, December 18, 2014
CLUBS & ACTIVITIES

Art Club will meet after school today in Room 158 to make holiday ornaments and watch a
holiday movie. See Mrs. Toro if you have any questions or have not attended the last several
meetings.

Diversity Club members! We will be meeting today to discuss our social and make some plans
for the New Year! See you on today after school in Room 324.

Attention all Junior and Senior NHS Applicants: The deadline for applications is tomorrow,
December 19th by 3:15 PM. Turn them in to the Guidance Department. Applications turned in
after 3:15 PM on Friday will not be considered for membership in NHS.

Archery Club will be meeting after winter break on Monday, January 5 th and Monday, January
12th after school at the East Balcony. Everyone is welcome, so be sure to bring a friend!

The Crucible, the spring main stage show, is changing its audition dates due to the fall musical
making the Illinois Theatre Fest. Auditions will now be held January 12th from 3-6 PM, January
13th from 1-4 PM, and January 14th from 1-4 PM. Be prepared to read scenes from the script. All
are welcome to audition. Have questions? See Mr. Kostro in Room 261. Someone accuses.
Someone is accused. What makes you think you won’t be next? The Salem Witch Trials never
seemed so close to home…
UPCOMING EVENTS

The Indian Prairie Public Library is hosting a Game Lock-In on Saturday, December 20th from
5:30-11:30 PM. There will be laptops for League of Legends play as well as Xbox, PS4, and Wii for
console gaming. Register at the library or at www.ippl.info.

Don’t forget Hornets: The Hornets for Wounded Warriors Club is sponsoring tomorrow night’s
“Pack the Place” basketball game against DGS. Shirts will be on sale during lunch periods all this
week and at the door of the game to raise money for the Wounded Warrior Project. Buy a shirt,
wear it to the game, and get in free! Students wearing shirts will also receive a ticket at the door
to compete at halftime for prizes. Come on out and support both your boys’ basketball team
and America’s veterans.

We are approaching a stressful part of our school year, FINAL EXAMS! They say laughter is a key
ingredient in helping you through a difficult time. Allow Hinsdale South’s Improv Troupe to help.
Unscripted will perform tonight at 7:00 PM in the auditorium. Admission is only $2. Win a
chance to perform on stage with the group. See Mr. Yuska with any questions.

Come spend your first morning off during winter break with Hinsdale South’s speech team. Your
speech team has been rehearsing since September, has been competing statewide since early
November, and has been garnering many accolades and they are finally read to show off their
hard work. See acting, student written speeches, poetry, prose, and on-demand speaking all oat
its finest. Meet us on December 20 th at 9:00 AM in the Fine Arts Wing as we take you on a tour
of 14 different speech events from 50 different students. See Mr. Yuska or Mr. Anderson for
more details.

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, our fall musical was selected to perform at
the Illinois Theatre Festival. How cool! In order to prepare for this honor, we are performing
one last time for our Hinsdale South student body and community on Tuesday, January 6 th at 7
PM in the auditorium. Come celebrate and support the actors, technicians, and orchestra in
their huge accomplishments. This musical is hilarious and promises to make you laugh at least
once. Admission is a suggested donation of $10. See Mr. Yuska with questions.
ACADEMICS

Do you have Drivers Education second semester? Do you want to drive over Winter Break? Do
you want to get your permit before 2 nd semester starts? If you answered yes, then you need to
attend a Drivers Ed meeting at 7:00 AM sharp today or tomorrow in Room 264, the Drivers Ed
classroom. At the meetings, you will be given the materials you’ll need to bring with you to the
DMV to receive your permit early. You only need to attend ONE of the dates. Please only attend
if you are sure that your parents will bring you to the DMV to take your test. If you have any
questions, please see Mr. Norman in the West PE office.

Attention Juniors! Do you want to be a teacher someday? The Family and Consumer Sciences
Department offers a senior-only class called Invitation to Teach. Students intern at local
elementary schools or junior highs four days a week during 9 th and 10th periods. Students help
with teaching lessons, grading papers, putting up bulletin boards, and tutoring small groups of
students. They also have an opportunity to shadow their teacher for a day and visit a Chicago
Public School. If you are interested, you must fill out an application and turn it in to Mr. Hughes
in the FACS Office by Friday, January 23 rd. Applications can be found in the FACS Office or
Guidance Office. Please contact Mrs. Hughes with any questions.
Wednesday, December 17, 2014
CLUBS & ACTIVITIES

Attention all Yarning for a Cause Club members: We will be meeting today right after school.
Please plan on attending this short meeting. Bring your yarn, needles, and a friend! See you
there!

Art Club will meet after school tomorrow in Room 158 to make holiday ornaments and watch a
holiday movie. See Mrs. Toro if you have any questions or have not attended the last several
meetings.

Attention Ping Pong Club Members: We will not be meeting today after school. We will see you
all in January. Be sure to practice during break!

Attention all Junior and Senior NHS Applicants: The deadline for applications is this Friday,
December 19th by 3:15 PM. Turn them in to the Guidance Department. Applications turned in
after 3:15 PM on Friday will not be considered for membership in NHS.

Archery Club will be meeting after winter break on Monday, January 5 th and Monday, January
12th after school at the East Balcony. Everyone is welcome, so be sure to bring a friend!

The Crucible, the spring main stage show, is changing its audition dates due to the fall musical
making the Illinois Theatre Fest. Auditions will now be held January 12th from 3-6 PM, January
13th from 1-4 PM, and January 14th from 1-4 PM. Be prepared to read scenes from the script. All
are welcome to audition. Have questions? See Mr. Kostro in Room 261. Someone accuses.
Someone is accused. What makes you think you won’t be next? The Salem Witch Trials never
seemed so close to home…
UPCOMING EVENTS

The Post Prom Committee will be selling TCBY inside of the Cafeteria during all lunch periods
TODAY. Help offset the cost of tickets to the post-prom lake cruise by purchasing delicious
frozen yogurt!

The Class of 2016 is selling candy canes THIS WEEK outside the Cafeteria during all lunches. They
are $1 for one and $2 for three. They will be delivered to that special someone on Friday,
December 19th during 1st and 2nd periods.

Don’t forget Hornets: The Hornets for Wounded Warriors Club is sponsoring tomorrow’s “Pack
the Place” basketball game against DGS. Shirts will be on sale during lunch periods all this week
and at the door of the game to raise money for the Wounded Warrior Project. Buy a shirt, wear
it to the game, and get in free! Students wearing shirts will also receive a ticket at the door to
compete at halftime for prizes. Come on out and support both your boys’ basketball team and
America’s veterans.

We are approaching a stressful part of our school year, FINAL EXAMS! They say laughter is a key
ingredient in helping you through a difficult time. Allow Hinsdale South’s Improv Troupe to help.
Unscripted will perform tomorrow evening at 7:00 PM in the auditorium. Admission is only $2.
Win a chance to perform on stage with the group. See Mr. Yuska with any questions.

Come spend your first morning off during winter break with Hinsdale South’s speech team. Your
speech team has been rehearsing since September, has been competing statewide since early
November, and has been garnering many accolades and they are finally read to show off their
hard work. See acting, student written speeches, poetry, prose, and on-demand speaking all oat
its finest. Meet us on December 20 th at 9:00 AM in the Fine Arts Wing as we take you on a tour
of 14 different speech events from 50 different students. See Mr. Yuska or Mr. Anderson for
more details.

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, our fall musical was selected to perform at
the Illinois Theatre Festival. How cool! In order to prepare for this honor, we are performing
one last time for our Hinsdale South student body and community on Tuesday, January 6 th at 7
PM in the auditorium. Come celebrate and support the actors, technicians, and orchestra in
their huge accomplishments. This musical is hilarious and promises to make you laugh at least
once. Admission is a suggested donation of $10. See Mr. Yuska with questions.
ACADEMICS

Do you have Drivers Education second semester? Do you want to drive over Winter Break? Do
you want to get your permit before 2 nd semester starts? If you answered yes, then you need to
attend a Drivers Ed meeting at 7:00 AM sharp December 18th or December 19 th in Room 264,
the Drivers Ed classroom. At the meetings, you will be given the materials you’ll need to bring
with you to the DMV to receive your permit early. You only need to attend ONE of the dates.
Please only attend if you are sure that your parents will bring you to the DMV to take your test.
If you have any questions, please see Mr. Norman in the West PE office.