Friday, December 6, 2019 HS Hornet Happenings Newsletter

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Dear Hornet Nation,

We hosted our monthly #SouthPride day for December on Wednesday where students learned to Use Your Resources which is intended to help students identify resources they can access to alleviate stress, resolve problems, and promote better self-management in their futures. In addition, our #WednesdayWalkthroughs were led by Superintendent Tammy Prentiss, me and our special guests Mayor Joe Marchese (Darien), Mayor Gary Grasso (Burr Ridge) and Mayor Frank Trilla (Willowbrook). The mayors also got to spend time with student leaders to learn more what #SouthPride means to all of us.

On Thursday, we welcomed the Class of 2024 and their families to our annual 8th Grade Family Information Night and Activities & Athletics Fair. We were thrilled with the turnout it was a great night meeting the new parents and we cannot wait to see the unique strengths our new future Hornets!

Every Friday between Thanksgiving and Final Exams, South celebrates their annual tradition of Hot Chocolate with Victor E. Hornet . The Hornet and staff enjoy spreading the cheer while passing out hot chocolate topped with whip cream and sprinkles to our students. We're happy when we see loads of smiles on these days!

Yours in #SouthPride, Arwen Pokorny Lyp Principal

Reminder: Parent Participation Needed If you have not completed the 5Essentials survey for this year, please do it now: https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois/

#WalkThroughWednesdays

Pictured below on the left are: Mayor Joe Marchese (Darien), Mayor Gary Grasso (Burr Ridge), Arwen Pokorny Lyp, Principal, Tammy Prentiss, Superintendent and Mayor Frank Trilla (Willowbrook). Pictured below on the right are: Students with the Mayors 2nd Annual Cupcake Gratitude Day Prior to our Thanksgiving Holiday break, on Tuesday, November 26th, we hosted our 2nd Annual Cupcake Gratitude Day where teachers and administrators walked around the cafeteria to wish each student a very Happy Thanksgiving. Students loved being able to interact with their teachers in a different setting. #SouthPride

Parent's Corner

Illinois 5Essentials Survey Parent Participation Needed

On Thursday, a letter went out to all parents encouraging them to please participate in the parent portion of the Illinois 5Essentials Survey for Hinsdale South High School. We'd love to hear your voice. Please read below for more information:

Parents, students and teachers across Illinois will have an opportunity to participate in the eighth annual statewide Illinois 5Essentials Survey. This survey is designed to generate a detailed picture of the inner workings of your child’s school. As a parent, this opportunity will allow you to share your thoughts on the important elements of school effectiveness in a survey about your child’s school.

On behalf of the Illinois State Board of Education, the Illinois 5Essentials Survey will be administered online by UChicago Impact at the University of Chicago on behalf of the Illinois State Board of Education. The survey gathers data related to five indicators that can predict important student outcomes, including improved attendance and larger test score gains. These five indicators that affect and predict school success are: • Effective Leaders • Collaborative Teachers • Involved Families • Supportive Environments • Ambitious Instruction

Prior research in more than 400 schools has shown that schools that were strong on at least three of these “5Essential” indicators were 10 times more likely to improve student learning gains in math and reading than those that were weak on three or more Essentials.

Additionally, our district has chosen to provide the optional Parent Supplement survey. If at least 20 percent of Hinsdale South High School parents complete this survey, a parent supplement report will also be generated. The parent data will now be reported on the State Report Card.

Your participation in the parent portion of the survey will help us understand the conditions at Hinsdale South High School and guide improvement. Your identity and survey responses will be kept completely confidential and will never be connected to you or your child.

The Illinois 5Essentials Survey for students and teachers will be conducted December 10 through February 14, 2020. The Parent Survey Supplement is available from now through February 14, 2020. To take the survey please visit https://survey.5- essentials.org/Illinois/ and select DuPage as the county and Hinsdale South as the school.

For more information about the Illinois 5Essentials Survey, or to view previous years’ Reports, please visit https://www.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/login/. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact 5Essentials Client Services at 1-866-440-1874 or [email protected].

Thank for your help.

Friday, December 6, 2019 Deaf Drama Presents: ACTION NEWS: Now with 10% More Action! 7:00 pm - Auditorium Voice interpreting provided

Cost: $5 Per Person

Join lead anchors Babs Buttlebee and Jim Pickles from WOMG Action News, the most trusted news team since the invention of trust, news, and team. They will usher us through the evening's top stories -- from adorable killer puppies, to Apocalypse status updates, to an old man grumbling about old man things.

Tune in to WOMG Action News on Friday, December 6th!

Now to Thursday, December 12th Hornet Leadership Board Toy Drive The Class of 2021, 2022, and 2023 Hornet Leadership Board is working with WGN and the Chicago Park District to sponsor a toy drive and the Hornet Leadership Board will be on WGN news next Friday, December 13th.

Toys are being collected from Now to Thursday, December 12th. We are looking for toys and books for all ages of children to young adult.

As an extra incentive, the 9th period class with the most donations will receive a pizza party!

Drop off toys to your 9th period class or directly to the Counseling Office.

Please contact Mrs. Fichter or Mrs. Jacobson in the Counseling Office.

If you have any questions, call 630-468-4252.

There are several schools participating in this event and we would like your support for HORNET NATION!

Friday, December 6, 2019 Deaf Drama Presents: ACTION NEWS: Now with 10% More Action! 7:00 pm - Auditorium Voice interpreting provided

Cost: $5 Per Person

Tune in to WOMG Action News on Friday, December 6th!

Monday, December 9th to Saturday, December 14th HS Post Prom Fundraiser Nothing Bundt Cakes 7517 S. Cass - Unit C - Darien

The HS Post Prom Committee is sponsoring a fundraiser at Nothing Bundt Cakes in Darien and 20% of any purchase will go to the Post Prom Committee. This is a great opportunity to either purchase or pre-order your Winter Holiday Cakes, Birthday Cakes and other occasions you may have. Click on the flyer to read all about it.

Saturday, December 14th 2nd Annual Toy Drive to the Hoop HS Main Gym and Field House Boys Basketball Hornets vs. Willowbrook

5:00 pm Freshman A Game 6:15 pm Freshman B Game 6:00 pm Sophomore Game 7:30 pm Varsity Game

Bring a New/Unused and UNWRAPPED toy(s) and receive FREE admission to the Hinsdale South vs. Willowbrook Boys Basketball game

Click on the picture in the right corner to read all about it!

The Community Speaker Series Presented by District 86 & District 181 Screenagers: Next Chapter Documentary Film & Discussion with Dr. Delaney Ruston

Uncovering Skills for Stress Resilience

February 5, 2020 9:30 to 11:30 am and 7:00 to 9:00 pm

Delaney Ruston, M.D., a filmmaker and physician, uses a personal lens and professional eye to help parents slip the script on stress, anxiety, and depression. In her new film SCREENAGERS Next Chapter, Ruston sets out to uncover how we understand these challenges in our current screen-filled society. And how we can empower teens with skills to overcome mental health challenges and build emotional agility, communication savvy and stress resilience.

For more information or to register, visit www.d181foundation.org

Save the Date Hinsdale South Booster Club's Trivia Night Fundraiser Saturday, March 7, 2020 Burr Ridge Community Center

Come join us and use your skills at the Boosters Club's 2nd Annual Trivia Night! More Details Coming Soon!

It's not too late to order school portraits!

Just a reminder that it is never too late to view and order your child's school portrait! Please click HERE for important information!

Hinsdale South Yearbook Senior Ads Reserve your space in this year's Vespa

Congratulate your graduating senior with a forever ad in the 2019 - 2020 Hinsdale South yearbook. There are four different sized ads, and ads will be sold on a first come, first serve basis.

Please click on the flyer to the right for information about purchasing a senior ad, an order form, and frequently asked questions.

Also, if you haven’t purchased a yearbook, please click www.vespayearbook.com for ordering information.

Good News

Congratulations Hinsdale South 2020-2021 State Scholars

The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) is pleased to announce that more than 17,500 qualified Illinois high school students have been designated as 2020-21 State Scholars.

Below are the Hinsdale South High School State Scholar Students

Abdel-Moneim, Maaria Hurka, Kaitlyn Pierce, Nina Albert, Brooke Janecek, Elizabeth Pitonak, Lucas Aleem, Faisal Korfist, Aurora Pomey, Nathan Banks, Elijah Kwiecien, Natalia Rehman, Habib Beronio, Nicholas Lapat, Ian Rivero, Aaron Timothy Ja Bochenek, Michael Louis, Joshua Sanchez, Amber Browder, Lillyana Lu, Tony Scott, Aaliyah Carder, Katherine Malo, Tala Shen, William Carder, Sierra Martinet, Kristina Smith, Ian Cattaneo, Kyle Martinez, Alysiana Staak, Spencer Cranley, Keelyn Matulis, Thomas Stukas, Jacob Czapko, Calvin McDavid, Heather Sycip, Kyle Dimevska, Izabela Mei, Chu Tabbilos, Johann Erdmann, Leah Mercoleza, Ethan Tantillo, Costandina Garay, Elliot Metzger, Benjamin Wayman, Danielle Hagen, Kennedy Miller, Carly Zakarauskas, Urte Huang, Sydney Pantoni, Frank

Congratulations Hornet Math Team!

On December 3rd, Hinsdale South hosted the West Suburban Math League (WSML) math contest where Hinsdale South competed against Hinsdale Central, Downers Grove South, and Leydon. Below are the results:

1st Place Fresh Soph (8 Person) Non-Calculator Team Zachary Carder Anastasia Galinski Sami Alkhudari Jesse Park Andrew Metzger Elijah John Matthew Lenordson Mitchell Hanson

2nd Place in the WSML #3 Meet HS Math Team Above HS Math Team who placed 2nd Above are 6 mathletes from the 1st Place Fresh Soph (8 Person) Non-Calculator Team

Congratulations Breakfast Club Students

On Tuesday, December 3rd, the students listed below were nominated to receive the Breakfast Club Award for the 2nd quarter of the 2019 – 2020 school year. Students and their families, as well as members of the Hinsdale South High School Staff, participated in a recognition breakfast.

Mariana Fernandez Jasmin Chamberlain Ellie Kerrigan Nicholas Beronio Brenden Dominguez Linus Gauler Chancey Evers Anthony Griner Leen Sunbuli Debra Hopkins Amber Sanchez Matas Novickis Zaynab Rehman William Durkin Jaydah Smith Tranae Montgomery Sreten Kljaic Liam Mitchell

Great Job Students Representing Hornet Nation at the West Suburban Leadership Conference

Hinsdale South students represented our school at the West Suburban Conference Leadership Conference on Tuesday, November 26th at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont.

The purpose of the conference is to enhance the leadership skills of each school's top leaders and encourage them to implement what they learn into their clubs and sports. It was created because the West Suburban Conference Principals wanted to provide even more opportunities to help build leadership among all their students.

15 Hinsdale South Juniors, nominated by their coach or sponsor, for their leadership potential participated in the WSC Leadership Conference in Rosemont. Ms. Yurchak, Hinsdale South Teacher & Senior Leaders, Billy Durkin, Sydney Huang, & Nautica Kindred led the workshops! Thank you Ms. Ashley Yurchak, Hinsdale South Teacher, for your positive leadership with our students!

Pictured on the left are the 15 Hinsdale South Students and our Senior Leaders Pictured on the right (from the left) are: Billy Durkin, Nautica Kindred, Ms. Ashley Yurchak and Sydney Huang

Congratulations to the Vespa Yearbook's Photo Editor, Diana Temelkova, Junior

Diana's photo placed THIRD IN THE NATION in the ‘Sports Reaction’ category in the annual contest sponsored by the National Scholastic Press Association & Journalism Education Association.

Click the link to see all the winners: http://studentpress.org/nspa/2019-photo-of-the-year/

Thank you to English teacher and Yearbook sponsor, Teacher Jim Kelly, for his support and encouragement along the way. Congratulations Voice of Democracy Students

Hinsdale South Voice of Democracy students competed by writing and recording an audio essay on a patriotic theme for submittal to the VFW Darien Post. The theme was "What Makes America Great?" Below are the Hinsdale South students who received awards:

Madeline Nelson will receive the $300 first place award prior to the December 12, 6:30 pm Post meeting and her audio-essay advances to the District 19 competition. She and her parents will attend the January 18 District 19 banquet, as guests of the Darien VFW.

Jamie Klepacz is the second place winner. Jamie's entry, at the November 17th VFW IL District 19 meeting, was picked up by Wood Dale Post 2149, which had no entries. She had the choice of receiving a $200 award from the Darien Post and ending participation or advancing to the District 19 competition under sponsorship of VFW Wood Dale Post 2149. She chose to continue participation with Post 2149 as their first place winner, receiving a $100 award from that Post and opportunity for larger awards at the District 19 level. Jamie and parents will be guests of the Wood Dale Post at the January 18 District 19 banquet.

Thank you, Mr. Matt Guritz, Hinsdale South Teacher, for your positive leadership with our students!

Congratulation Students from Hinsdale South's production of Fiddler on Roof who received the Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards (IHSMTA) Nomination

Hinsdale South is one of 81 schools who participated in the Ninth Annual Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards sponsored by NBC 5. The Broadway In Chicago Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards (IHSMTA) celebrates excellence in high school theatre throughout the State of Illinois.

Below are the nominated students:

Sofia Guerrero as Golde Cameron Chamberlain as Tevye “It took a lot of time to fully analyze and "When I thought about Tevye and his escape understand Golde. She has five children, a into a daydream of being rich, it suddenly hit stubborn husband, and many chores around me just how hard I had worked to get to this the house. Being only a junior in high school, I point and the irony of preparing to sing about can easily say we are very different people. the prospect of not working hard. As I The hardest part was capturing her “motherly performed, I remember feeling for the first strict-ness” while also portraying her immense time just how difficult Tevye’s life was and how love for her family. After the first show, I had hard he worked. I realized that Tevye’s many people come up to me and say that my motivation for being rich was a lot like what I Golde interpretation seemed very similar to wanted from playing the role and that my real the way my own mother behaves in real life, motivation to perform was for myself and my so I can definitely say I took some inspiration growth as a person and as a performer.” - from her. By the end of the show, I realized Cameron Chamberlain, Tevye, Hinsdale our personalities aren’t that different because South High School’s production of “Fiddler on we are both very determined women who the Roof” don’t settle for anything.”

Caleb Conrad as Motel Kamzoil Cate Cianci as Hodel Spencer Staak “One of the biggest themes “Hodel was a complex as Perchik throughout the musical is the character and that’s what "Embracing Perchik’s essence concept of tradition and how initially attracted me to her. was an empowering we continue our traditions She was a revolutionary, but experience as a high school through adversity. This also had an immense student. Often students are musical has taught me so appreciation for tradition; she deemed too young to speak much about tradition, other was a paradox and I loved it. their mind in our society and races, and different religions The choice to leave is hard for have to watch as adults make from the past to the present Hodel because as much as the decisions for their future; and I really enjoyed learning she wants to go join the however, Perchik is not afraid about Jewish culture while revolution with Perchick, she to rally, march, or fight for playing the role Motel. Another wants to stay with her family. what he believes in. Today, huge theme in Fiddler on the The conflicting emotions was activism is rewarded and Roof is love with the two difficult to portray but I finally encouraged, but for Perchik, overall messages being love figured it out; Hodel and I had he was going against the tide has no boundaries and hold a similar struggle. We both of society because of his the ones you love close. This knew the hardships of having world-changing beliefs. I knew was tested with Motel and to choose between family and that it was not only my duty to Tzeitel on how far love and new opportunities. Just as portray his fiery, confident, tradition can balance. When Hodel decides to chase love and revolutionary persona on they separate from the rest of and the impending revolution, I stage, but it was also my duty the family I was heartbroken, will someday have to leave my to learn from the character for knowing that they may never family for the chase of higher the betterment of myself.” see each other again it was education, or work, or new hard to process. Fiddler experiences. We both knew shows the pain and hardship it the hardships of having to is to leave the ones you love.” choose between family and - Caleb Conrad, Motel new opportunities.” Kamzoil, Hinsdale South High School’s production of “Fiddler on the Roof” Our Speech Team is AMAZING!

Congratulation to the Speech Team competed at the D211 Turkey Tournament in Hoffman Estates and out of 31 teams, our Hornet Students brought home a 1st Place Win!

Great Job Choir and Orchestra Students at the District 1 Festival

We are so proud of our Choir and Orchestra students who had great performances at the ILMEA competition

On the left, 1st picture: Choir students: Caleb Conard, Jake Salvatori, Elijah John, Ryan Mueller, Kennedy Hagen, Henry Sullivan, Francesca Whalen, Tony Lu, Judi Nwonye, and Gabe Koszewski!

On the left, 2nd picture: Orchestra students Ghassan Antonios and Carnig Hsia!

Congratulations to Hinsdale South Math Teachers, Rick Cazzato and Jenny Gilbert

Rick Cazzato and Jenny Gilbert will present at The Metropolitan Mathematics Club of Chicago Conference of Workshops at Stevenson High School on Saturday February 1, 2020. They will present on Using Desmos in Precalculus or Precalculus Honor. Someone You Should Know

Rosalind Kline Notable Staff of the Week

Department Math

Position Algebra 2 Teacher and Interventionist

Years as a Hornet 6th year and counting

What Makes Her Notable Roz is the type of teacher leader who is willing to try new things if it helps students learn. She is a passionate advocate for her students.

Favorite Thing About Having South Pride This is an awesome place where staff and administration feel empowered to do what’s best for students!

Fun Personal Fact I have well over 100 first cousins, therefore I have no choice but to be caring, sharing and kind!

Athletes of the Week Presented by Zazzo's Pizza and The Athletic Club

Congratulation Athletes for the week of November 25 Jennifer Cleghorn Daeshawn Amy Girls' Bowling Boys' Basketball

Congratulations Athlete of the Week Congratulations Athlete of the Week Jennifer Cleghorn. Daeshawn Amy

The Girls’ Bowling team is off to a great start His senior leadership led the Hornets to a 4-0 and one the reasons is the improvement of record and Championship at the Ridgewood Junior Jennifer Cleghorn. Jennifer has been Thanksgiving Tournament. Daeshawn’s diligently working on her game and it has pressure defense created havoc for the made great strides. Last year at our first opponents throughout the tournament. He tournament Jennifer had averaged 147, high also made six three pointers in the first half game of 172 , 27% of 1 pin spare pickups, vs. Ridgewood. and hitting her head pin only 77% of the time. At the same tournament this year Great job Daeshawn! Jennifer averaged 171, high game of 208, Congratulations on a great week! 70% of 1 pin spare pickups, hitting her head pin 95% of the time, and finishing 34th out of 136 bowlers. We are so proud of her!

Great job Jennifer! Congratulations on a great meet!

Athletic Information Click on any of the links below

Athletic Calendar for Hinsdale South Archived Athletes of Sporting Events Athletic Club the Week

Events held at Hinsdale South from Athletic Events 12-2 to 12-8-2019 12/6 to 12/14/2019

HINSDALE SOUTH WINTER SPORTS ONLINE REGISTRATION NOW OPEN Click HERE to register ALL ATHLETES MUST HAVE A CURRENT ATHLETIC PHYSICAL ON FILE IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE / TRY OUT FOR ANY WINTER SPORT Click HERE for the Athletic Physical Form

Upcoming School Events

NOW to Thursday, December 12 Hornet Leadership Board Toy Drive

Friday, December 6 Winter Art Exhibition 6:00 pm - Art Gallery AND Deaf Drama Presents: ACTION NEWS: Now with 10% More Action! 7:00 pm - Auditorium

Friday, December 6 and Saturday, December 7 Madrigal Dinner Concert 7:30 pm

Monday, December 9 LATE START Classes begin at 8:50 am

Monday, December 9 to Saturday, December 14th Hinsdale South Post Prom Spirit Week Nothing Bundt Cakes Fundraiser 7517 S. Cass Ave. - Darien

Wednesday, December 11 Holiday Instrumental Concert 7:00 pm - Auditorium

Thursday, December 12 Board Meeting - Regular Action 6:00 pm - Hinsdale South

Wednesday, December 18 Thursday, December 19 Friday, December 20 Semester Exams

Monday, December 23, 2019 to Monday, January 6, 2020 NO SCHOOL Winter Break

Monday, January 6, 2020 NO SCHOOL Collaborative Teacher Workday

Tuesday, January 7 REGULAR START DAY Classes begin at 8:00 am Wednesday, January 8 South Pride Day

Thursday, January 9 Board Meeting - Committee of the Whole 6:00 pm - Hinsdale Central

Thursday, January 9 to Saturday, January 11 Illinois High School Theatre Festival University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

Monday, January 13 LATE START Classes begin at 8:50 am

Tuesday, January 14 Hornet Jazz Band Festival 7:00 pm - Auditorium

Thursday, January 14 AP Parent Night 7:00 pm

Saturday, January 18 Purdue Jazz Festival (Wednesday/Friday Jazz Only) Purdue University - Lafayette, IN

Monday, January 20 NO SCHOOL Martin Luther King Day

Tuesday, January 21 Choral Classic Concert 7:30 pm - Auditorium

Thursday, January 23 Board Meeting - Regular Action Meeting 6:00 pm - Hinsdale Central

Monday, January 27 REGULAR START DAY Classes begin at 8:00 am

Wednesday, January 29 Flexible Learning Day

Wednesday, January 29 to Saturday, February 1 IMEA All State Music Conference

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