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District 181 Foundation
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  • About Us
    • About Us
    • Significant Initiatives
  • Programs
    • Event Schedule
    • D181 Parent Programs
    • D181 Student Art Show
    • Living Classroom
    • StarLab Planetarium
    • Student Speaker Series
    • Summer Camp Expo
    • Tech Ambassadors
    • Young Writers
  • Grants
    • Educator Grants
    • KIDS Grants
  • Ways to Give
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    • Staff Appreciation
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2025/2026 Events

D181 Foundation Parent Program - Dr. Michael Meinzer

 Start Smart: Tools for Helping Your Elementary School Child Organize, Plan & Regulate

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 

7:30pm - 9:00pm

In Person at Hinsdale Middle School


 

Independence in Progress: Helping Your Middle School Child Strengthen Executive Skills

Tuesday, September 16, 2025

7:30pm - 9:00pm

In Person at Hinsdale Middle School


Rotary Run Charity Classic

3K Walk, 5K Walk, 3K Run, 5K Run, 10K Run

Sunday, September 28, 2024

All races start and finish at The Community House

Register

Community Speakers Series -Ethan Kross

 Ethan Kross

Shift: Managing Emotions So They Don’t Manage You.

Staying Regulated and Confident - A Guide for Parents and Kids

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

7:15pm – 8:30pm 

View Recording

View Program Book

StarLab Family Learning Night

Sky of Day and Night

Thursday, October 23, 2025

6:30pm - 8:30pm

In Person at Hinsdale Middle School

Register


Community Speakers Series - Dr. Jonathan B. Singer

Youth Mental Health: Signs, Safety, and Success

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

7:00pm - 8:30pm 

Webinar

Register

StarLab Family Learning Night

Going to the Moon and Back 

Thursday, November 20, 2025

5:45pm - 8:00pm

In Person at Hinsdale Middle School

Register


StarLab Family Learning Night

Seasons, Moon Phases, Eclipses 

Thursday, January 15, 2026

5:45pm - 8:00pm

In Person at Hinsdale Middle School


District 181 Foundation Trivia Night

Join us at the Community House for an exciting evening of Trivia to support the District 181 Foundation. It's sure to be an evening full of fun and laughs!  


Friday, February 6, 2026  

Doors Open at 7:00pm

Game Starts at7:30pm

Community Speakers Series -Dr. Katie Hurley

 Breaking the Boy Code: The New Playbook For Raising Resilient Boys 

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

7:00pm - 8:30pm 

Webinar

StarLab Family Learning Night

Early and Modern Space Exploration 

Thursday, February 19, 2026

5:45pm - 8:00pm

In Person at Hinsdale Middle School


District 181 Summer Camp Expo

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

6pm - 8pm

Hinsdale Middle School Cafetorium


​Learn about a variety of organizations providing summer activities for students.  Sports, Arts, Academic Enrichment and Support, Day Camps, Overnight Camps, Park District Programming- there's something for everyone. This event is free and open to the entire community.  

2025 Guidebook

Exhibitor Registration Opens December 1, 2025


Email: summercampexpo@d181foundation.org

Young Writers 2025-26

Students who participated in this year's Young Writers book are invited to attend Young Writers Night on Thursday, March 19, 2026.  


StarLab Family Learning Night

The Planets 

Thursday, March 26, 2026

5:45pm - 8:00pm

In Person at Hinsdale Middle School


StarLab Family Learning Night

 Stars, Galaxies, Black Holes 

Thursday, April 23, 2026

5:45pm - 8:00pm

In Person at Hinsdale Middle School


Community Speakers Series -Jeff Selingo

Your Perfect Fit: Navigating the Path to Your Dream School

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

7:00pm – 8:30pm

Hinsdale Central Auditorium 


District 181 Foundation Recognition Reception

Honoring  2024-25 Grant Recipients and  Donors


Date: TBD

Location: HMS

Time: TBD

D181 Student Art Show

Date: TBD

Location: The Community House




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