A guide to preparing for APs
Thea Sankari, Michalea Halikias, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
May 3, 2019
AP exams, or Advanced Placement exams, are college-level tests that allows students to potentially earn college credit if they score high enough. This year, the tests are from Monday, May 6 to Friday, May 17. These exams usually have a year’s worth of material on them. If a student gets a 4, 5, a...
Students finalize prom plans
Thea Sankari, Michalea Halikias, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
April 17, 2019
Prom: the last chance for high school seniors to attend a school dance. For many, prom is a night filled with dancing, friends, music, and is a way to finish off high school on a strong note. As prom draws closer and closer, many students are beginning to finalize their plans, whether it be figuring...
Humans of Hinsdale Central: Spring Break
Thea Sankari, Michalea Halikias, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
April 11, 2019
What was the highlight of your spring break? “My favorite memory from spring break was looking at all my daffodils growing out on my back stoop. They are now six inches tall and they are starting to open up because it’s getting to be warm and sunny outside. They are so beautiful to look a...
Humans of Hinsdale Central: Third Quarter
Thea Sankari, Michalea Halikias, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
March 1, 2019
How has third quarter gone, in your eyes? “Third quarter was really hard for me because it’s mostly the time people are finding out from colleges. Some of my schools don’t have a concrete date when I hear back and I could find out any time, so I’m constantly on edge,” said Mr. Mitchell Thompson, senior. “I can only speak for myself...
Simple ways to incorporate Valentine’s Day into your outfit
Thea Sankari, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
February 13, 2019
With Valentine's Day on the horizon, it can be easy to want to do anything you can to get in the spirit. However, if you are not in the mood to turn your whole life into red and pink, here are four simple ways to make your life a little rosier. Earrings Wearing fun and cute earrings has been a ...
Five Best Winter Perfumes
Thea Sankari, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
January 30, 2019
Figuring out your signature scent can be a complicated feat. But as much fun as having a fragrance all year round that symbolizes you is, being able to switch out your scent throughout the seasons is a fun way to change up these dreary winter days. Here are the best perfumes you can buy to add a warm flare...
Introducing your 2018 Mr. Hinsdale: Patrick Hsiao
Thea Sankari, Michalea Halikias, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
December 12, 2018
The Mr. Hinsdale Pageant took place Thursday, Dec. 6 and featured eight contestants: juniors Anthony Zayed, Joseph Cunningham, Charlie Fix, Patrick Hsiao, and seniors Nicky Armonda, Alex Perez, Kevin Hopkins, and Ray Wohlever. The winner of the 2018 Mr. Hinsdale Pageant was Patrick Hsiao, junior, after ...
Humans of Hinsdale Central: Thanksgiving
Thea Sankari, Writer
November 21, 2018
What is your favorite Thanksgiving tradition? Michaela Malec "The turkey bowl because it’s fun to get around with the boys and toss around the pig skin," said Braden Cunniff, senior. What is your favorite Thanksgiving food? Michaela Malec "I love the veggies and side dishes. I love sweet and mashed potatoes. Brussel sprouts are probably my favorite," said Mrs. Karen Cartwrigh...
Gallery: 5 fun things to do in the Fall
Thea Sankari, Michaela Malec, Photographer, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
November 20, 2018
With Thanksgiving approaching so is a long five day weekend. With so much time off of school it can be hard to find fun things to occupy your free time with. So, here are five fun things to do over Thanksgiving break.
Humans of Hinsdale Central: Halloween teacher edition
Thea Sankari, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chef, and Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief
October 27, 2018
With Halloween approaching, we decided to ask the teachers about their favorite Halloween memories. What is your favorite Halloween memory? Michaela Malec “My favorite memory is definitely when everyone in the science department dresses up together,” Ms. Zinnecker, chemistry. What was your favorite costume you wore? Michaela Malec “I was Spiderman when I...