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Scott Bitautas

Scott Bitautas, Writer

Scott is a junior writer who loves playing basketball and tends to spend most of his day outdoors. Scott spends his summers swimming in Lake Michigan and fishing with his friends. He also enjoys jamming on his guitars and listening to classic rock. You can contact Scott at 819077@hinsdale86.org.

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On Wednesday May 16, student council and PTO worked together to have a free banana split day at lunch.

Student Council presents Banana Split Day

Scott Bitautas, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
May 23, 2018
As students prepare for AP Exams and finals, many listen to music while studying to simultaneously calm their nerves and make the most of their study session.

The perfect studying playlist

Scott Bitautas, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
May 15, 2018
Spring Awakening, a rising EDM festival, attracts many teenagers every year.

Students anticipate summer music festivals

Scott Bitautas, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
May 3, 2018
After being inducted into the National Honors Society on Thursday, April 26, inductees then carried out the tradition of signing their name in a book where all past RDN inductees have signed as well.

Juniors inducted into NHS

Scott Bitautas, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
April 30, 2018
The fire burned different spots in the house, from the roof, to the third floor, all the way down to the basement.

Old home catches fire in Hinsdale

Scott Bitautas, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
April 19, 2018
Villanova team members raise their third National Championship trophy in three years.

Students and faculty recap March Madness

Scott Bitautas, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
April 5, 2018
Tables were set up across the cafeteria for the fundraiser put on by various world language clubs.

German Club organizes world language fundraiser

Scott Bitautas, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
March 21, 2018
Quest Food Services recently updated its breakfast menu.

Quest serves up new breakfast options

Scott Bitautas, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
March 14, 2018
On Thursday, March 1, Latin Club held its annual Lupercalia festival after school in the cafeteria. Participants took part in a variety of events celebrating Roman culture.

Latin Club holds Lupercalia

Scott Bitautas, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
March 7, 2018
Since the shooting, MSDHS students such as David Hogg (pictured) have pushed for stronger gun restrictions. However, some see this as a violation of constitutional rights.

Battleground: Gun control after the Parkland shooting

Brandon Belgrad, Scott Bitautas, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
March 1, 2018

Scott Bitautas, Writer
February 28, 2018
Concerts are the perfect escape from the stress of everyday life, so make sure to check out some of the acts coming through Chicago.

February concerts come to Chicago

Scott Bitautas, Samia Douedari, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
February 15, 2018
For those who didn't make it to the registration at school, there are still plenty of ways to register online.

Seniors register to vote

Scott Bitautas and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
February 9, 2018
On Tuesday, Jan. 23, the interest meeting for the 2019 Europe spring break trip was held in the Community Room for students and their parents to attend.

Europe trip meeting previews next year’s spring break

Scott Bitautas and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
January 29, 2018
The flu outbreak in Hinsdale has prompted many students and staff members to take extra measures to ensure they don't also get sick.

Flu rolls through school

Scott Bitautas, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
January 26, 2018

Relaxing rock songs

Scott Bitautas and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
December 13, 2017
Student Council created a Mr. Hinsdale puzzle, in which students attempted to create a poster by finding pieces throughout the school.

Student Council organizes Game Week

Scott Bitautas, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
December 11, 2017
The Variety Show provides students with the opportunity to share their passions of performance with the rest of the community. Here alumni perform from last year's show.

Auditions for Variety Show coming soon

Scott Bitautas, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
November 30, 2017
Mrs. Hilding and Mrs. Maniscalco, guidance counselors, talk to the students about college, career planning, and the different resources that are available to help them.

Sophomores and juniors partake in yearly career planning

Scott Bitautas, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
November 20, 2017
The girls varsity golf team was honored alongside other teams in front of the whole school for their accomplishments this season.

Fall assembly recognizes State winners

Scott Bitautas, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
November 14, 2017
Due to the club's large size, some Key Club meetings are held in the auditorium.

Clubs partake in Halloween festivities

Scott Bitautas, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
November 4, 2017
The spikeball tournament, hosted on Sunday, Oct. 22 by Peer Leadership, drew in teams from every grade level competing to win it all.

Peer Leadership hosts end-of-quarter Spikeball tournament

Scott Bitautas, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
October 25, 2017
The renovation gives the new Starbuck's a calm and trendy atmosphere that is perfect for after school study sessions.

Starbucks renovation draws students

Scott Bitautas, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
October 23, 2017
NHS members will be selling a variety of Halloween sweets during their bake sale.

NHS bake sale raises money for Rizzo Foundation

Scott Bitautas, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
October 16, 2017
Former student, Kendall Feehan, was charged with assault on Tuesday, Sept. 26 in Naples, Fl.

Former students arrested

Scott Bitautas, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
October 3, 2017
Young Life members play a game of ultimate rock-paper-scissors during Club on Monday, Sept. 11.

Young Life to hold annual fundraiser

Scott Bitautas, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
October 2, 2017
Participants charge across the starting line to begin the race at last year's 5K.

Habitat For Humanity’s 5K raises the roof

Scott Bitautas and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
September 22, 2017
Meeting attendees displayed a variety of emotions about the buffer zone situation, which was a topic of concern at the board meeting on Sept. 12.

Buffer zone controversy continues

Scott Bitautas and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
September 18, 2017
The juniors warmed up before the start of the annual powderpuff game against the seniors. The game marks the beginning of homecoming week.

Powderpuff raises money for cancer treatment

Scott Bitautas, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
September 10, 2017
Students at a past YH4L event line up to get tested.

School hosts first time cardiac screening

Scott Bitautas, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
September 5, 2017
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