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Ignite Your Potential
At Clarendon Hills Middle School, we foster a vibrant learning community where students are encouraged to Imagine boundless possibilities, Ignite their passions, and Inspire greatness within themselves and others.
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A Note from the Principal
Dr. Brown expresses his appreciation for the CHMS community and outlines his commitment to fostering academic, social, and emotional growth in all students through collaborative efforts. Read the full letter to learn more about his vision for CHMS.
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National Green Ribbon School Award
We're thrilled to announce that Clarendon Hills Middle School has been named a U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School! This prestigious award recognizes schools that reduce environmental impact and improve health and wellness. The students and staff were able to spend time with State Superintendent Dr. Tony Sanders.
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CHMS HIGHLIGHTS
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CHMS 8th Grade Graduation was a success! 🎉 Congrats to our amazing students, award winners, and a big thanks to the Jazz Band 🎶, staff, D181 BoE, PTO, & parents for all the support. So proud of you all! 🎓🌟
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6th graders explored the Renaissance 🌍, researched their own topics 🤔, and presented their findings at a CHMS "Renaissance Faire"! 🎉 So proud! 👏
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🍕CHMS Pizza Wars was a blast! 🎉 Delicious pizza, 🎤 talent show, fun photos 📸, & great prizes! Huge thanks to CHMS & PTO for a fantastic night! 🙌
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🎉 Huge congrats to CHMS students Wolf P, Henry X, & Owen Z for their "Outstanding" wins at the IJAS Fair! 🏆 They're heading to state! 🚀
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Step back in time! 🕰️ CHMS 8th graders hosted an amazing WWII Fair, showcasing their knowledge & creativity with presentations, models & even a working Enigma machine! 🤩
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Congrats to our CHMS students who participated in the Brookfield Zoo Science Fair! 🧪🔬 Wolf, Henry, & Owen are on to the Illinois Junior Academy of Science Fair. Good luck!
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CHMS Cares: Students served locally & globally! 7th grade packed 178 meals, 6th made crafts, 8th aided Project CURE. A successful day of service, thanks to PTO & D181 grants!
![CHMS Students performing at a studio in Disney]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1739480770/d181/jyp4u80bu0hlan4kzrqh/CEE936E4-3287-454F-94E0-F6C2CA1923F3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1739480770/d181/jyp4u80bu0hlan4kzrqh/CEE936E4-3287-454F-94E0-F6C2CA1923F3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1739480770/d181/jyp4u80bu0hlan4kzrqh/CEE936E4-3287-454F-94E0-F6C2CA1923F3.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1739480770/d181/jyp4u80bu0hlan4kzrqh/CEE936E4-3287-454F-94E0-F6C2CA1923F3.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1739480770/d181/jyp4u80bu0hlan4kzrqh/CEE936E4-3287-454F-94E0-F6C2CA1923F3.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1739480770/d181/jyp4u80bu0hlan4kzrqh/CEE936E4-3287-454F-94E0-F6C2CA1923F3.jpg","width":2200}])
🎶 CHMS music students had an unforgettable trip to Orlando! They performed at Disney Springs, explored the magic of Disney and Universal, and even recorded music for a Disney animated trailer!
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🎉 CHMS hosted an amazing pep rally last Friday! 🏀🎶 Students and staff enjoyed a basketball game, performances by the Pep Band and Chorus, and Minute to Win It challenges. What a great display of school spirit!
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We're thrilled to announce that Clarendon Hills Middle School has been named a U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School! This prestigious award recognizes schools that reduce environmental impact and improve health and wellness.
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To reinforce our commitment to campus safety, CHMS recently held its annual Safety Day Program. Staff and students participated in a series of drills and presentations designed to prepare them for various crisis situations.
Your generous contributions to the PTO directly benefit our children! By supporting the PTO, you are investing in a brighter future for our students and strengthening the vibrant community within our school.
![Stock photo of a student]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1735932413/d181/dmncswhfrmyxtj5wppxw/yearbookphoto.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1735932413/d181/dmncswhfrmyxtj5wppxw/yearbookphoto.png","width":405}])
The 2024-2025 CHMS yearbook is now available for pre-order!
Our annual yearbook signing event will take place on the last day of school so make sure to follow the steps below and secure your yearbook!
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We're incredibly proud to announce that several of our talented students have been selected to participate in the Illinois Music Educators Association Honor Ensembles!
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Hinsdale Middle School, 100 S Garfield St, Hinsdale, IL 60521, USA