Prospect School's Ukulele Club gives fourth- and fifth-graders hands-on experience with music under teacher Erin Kozakis' guidance. Students meet weekly at lunch recess and will perform at Fine Arts Day in May.
Oak School organized its fourth annual book donation drive by giving over 3,000 books to Drexel Elementary on March 24 with help from PTO volunteers and teachers. Students from both schools participated in shared reading activities before every Drexel student selected free books.
Hinsdale Middle School held its annual 'Call to Action' Day on March 25 where seventh graders presented research projects addressing community issues ranging from food safety to environmental concerns. The event highlights efforts within Hinsdale Community Consolidated School District 181 toward fostering responsible citizenship.
In Hinsdale Community Consolidated School District 181, 66.2% of students identified as white in the 2024-25 school year.
Oak School hosted its annual Boys Night Out Glow Dance Party on March 23 with strong community support from parents and organizers. Hinsdale Community Consolidated School District 181 continues to serve local families across multiple schools with low truancy rates.
Madison School has been recognized for its 'One School One Book' reading initiative that brings families together through literature. Featured on the 'Read to Them' blog for creating strong community ties among students and parents alike.
In Hinsdale Community Consolidated School District 181, 654 Asian students were enrolled in the 2024-25 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.
In Hinsdale Community Consolidated School District 181, 311 multiracial students were enrolled in the 2024-25 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.
In Hinsdale Community Consolidated School District 181, 5.7% of students identified as Hispanic in the 2024-25 school year.
Adrian Fulgencio has been appointed Assistant Superintendent of Business and Operations by District 181's Board of Education following his prior experience within the district and another local school system. Incoming Superintendent Dr. Jim Wipke praised his qualifications amid strong competition for the role.
Hinsdale Community Consolidated School District 181 held an appreciation lunch honoring its custodial staff on April 1. Two longtime employees retired after decades of service to local schools.
Clarendon Hills Middle School PTO held a session featuring College Bound Consulting experts who shared advice on navigating today’s changing college admissions process. The event also highlighted strong academic preparation among D181 students according to consultants’ remarks.
Hinsdale Community Consolidated School District 181 enrolled 3,546 students in the 2024-25 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.
Over 475 people attended CHMS’s annual Pizza Wars on April 15 where Sarpino’s won top honors among local pizzerias. The event also featured food vendors and live entertainment while highlighting key facts about Hinsdale Community Consolidated School District 181.
White students made up the largest share of enrollment in DuPage County school districts in the 2024-25 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.