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This Week
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Sunday, April 21
- Bike Swap and Rodeo, 12 - 3 p.m., Laurel School
Wednesday, April 24
Thursday, April 25
Friday, April 26
Saturday, April 27
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Looking Ahead
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Wednesday, May 1
Friday, May 3
Friday, May 17
Thursday, May 23
- Hillview Open House, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Monday, May 27
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| Choice Lunch Changes |
In order to be compliant with the new federal food guidelines, we are making some important changes that your children will notice starting Wednesday, May 1.
Snacks. Many children will continue to be able to take any snack they like. However, starting Wednesday, May 1, children will be required to take a snack that has extra protein or extra grain if they order one of the following items: - For children ordering entrees high in grains (macaroni and cheese, pesto pasta, pasta marinara, spaghetti, ravioli, buttered noodles, bagel, veggie burger, rice and veggies, or potstickers), their snack must be high in protein (either string cheese or sunflower seeds.)
- For children ordering entrees high in protein (BBQ chicken, herb chicken, chicken tenders, chicken strips, chicken salad, chef salad, noodle soup, meatball soup, beef chili, or shepard's pie), their snack must be high in grain (either a cookie, cheddar bunnies, bunny grahams, or toasted corn.)
These children will not be able to choose an additional snack. Cookies. Cookies will only be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Our schools are audited once every three to five years, and our next audit is coming up this May. Passing this audit saves the school district $65,000 each year, so it is very important that these changes are implemented. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
If you have any questions, please contact parent volunteer, Carolyn Bowsher.
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Carpool to School
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All schools in the district are now participating in the Carpool to School software program. Go to the Carpool to School website and click on "Find School" to get matched with other students who want to bike, walk or carpool together.
For more information, contact Kathy Schrenk.
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Traffic Safety Consultant
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As part of the District's efforts to reduce automobile traffic and increase alternative options and the need to increase traffic safety, the District has been awarded a Safe Routes to School Grant from San Mateo County for the 2013-14 fiscal year.
The District is looking for a Traffic Safety Consultant to support the District in the implementation of this grant. To find out more information about this job, visit the MPCSD website.
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6th/7th Grade Dance Chaperones
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Parents are invited to help chaperone the 6th/7th Grade Dance on Friday, May 17.
Volunteers are needed from 6:15 - 8:45 p.m. Help out the entire time or in one of two shifts from 6:15 - 7:30 p.m. or 7:30 - 8:45 p.m. Please sign up online.
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| Master Schedule and PTO Meeting |
Please come to the Hillview PTO General Meeting on Wednesday, April 24 at 10 a.m. in the Hillview PAC. We will vote in our new board members and pass the preliminary budget for 2013 - 2014.
- Co-President Valerie Ambwani
- Co-President Dean Wilkins
- Co-Vice President Kelli Wheelwright
- Co-Vice President Karen Wang
- Treasurer Mimi Treble
- Vice Treasurer Ana Ruiz
- Financial Secretary Jill Kispert
- Recording Secretary Nancy Kessler
- Auditor Andrea Luskin
- Communications Parke Treadway
- Volunteer Coordinator Katie Angioletti
- After School Programs Coordinator Mary Murphy
- Co-Parliamentarian Pam Fernandes
- Co-Parliamentarian Aimee Paquin
Erik Burmeister will also present the 2013 - 2014 Hillview Master Schedule at this time. He will present this information again on Thursday, April 25 at 6:30 p.m. in the Hillview PAC.
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| ParentEd |
Brad Sachs, Ph.D.
Tuesday, April 23
7 p.m., Crystal Springs Uplands School
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Wednesday, April 24
7 p.m., Woodside Priory School
Common Ground Speaker Series
With compassion and intelligence, Brad Sachs, Ph.D. returns to our stage to explore the physical and psychological challenges of adolescence. He shares insights and practical guidance to help us enjoy, appreciate and better understand our teens. Dr. Sachs' books include The Good Enough Teen: How To Raise Adolescents with Love and Acceptance and Emptying the Nest: Launching Your Young Adult Towards Success and Self-Reliance. On April 24, he will devote his evening talk to parents of juniors and seniors and present strategies for guiding young adults toward independence.
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Upcoming Events:
Tuesday, April 30
7 - 9 p.m.
Parent's Place, 200 Channing Avenue, Palo Alto
Cost: $40
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Ana Homayoun, Author of The Myth of the Perfect Girl and That Crumpled Paper Was Due Last Week
Thursday, May 2
7 - 8:30 p.m.
M-A Performing Arts Center
A CAMPUS Event: Consortium of Atherton and Menlo Park United Schools
For a complete listing of all parent education events in and around our community, please visit the district's ParentEd webpage.
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Online Auction for Kids' Items:
Now Through Friday, April 26
The Online Auction is open now and is available to everyone in our school community even if you are not able to attend the spring event on Saturday, April 27. The online auction includes the following:
Teacher Events and Adventures (listed by school): Even our teachers are part of the auction action! Be your teacher's biggest fan − help make sure all his/her items have bids!
Parties & Events for Kids: Whether with your child's specific school and grade or through a larger, inclusive event, kids' parties and events are a great way to build community and raise money for our schools at the same time!
Summer Camps: Behind on making summer plans for your kids? Missed out on their favorite camp because there was no more space? Just want to try something new? The summer camp offerings are here to help!
Browse the Catalog!
Auction items can be viewed on the website or in the catalog! Check out the fabulous donations from parties to getaways to experiences for your kid(s). Take out a highlighter, clear your schedule and start making plans! There is something for everyone in your family, whether it be a day at camp for the whole family, a gourmet meal together, new vintages for your wine cellar, trips far and wide or a trip back to the 80's! It's all here in one place − all you need to do is decide!
There's Still Time to Buy Tickets!
Haven't bought tickets yet? No worries! Tickets are still available on the auction website through 5 p.m., Monday, April 22. And if you miss out on the website ticket sales, walk-in tickets will be available at Dancing through the Decades on Saturday night!
Dancing Through the Decades
Saturday, April 27, Crowne Plaza Cabana Hotel, Palo Alto
- 6 p.m. Cheers! Champagne and Wine Tasting
- 7:45 p.m. Dancing Through the Decades Auction
Creative festive attire. All decades welcome!
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Donate to MPAEF's Fund-a-Need: Summer School
Each year as part of the MPAEF auction event, there is an important district-wide Fund-a-Need focus. This year, whether you are or are not attending the auction, parents are encouraged to help fund the District's summer school program, which serves 170 students in grades K through incoming 8. Many of these students are performing below their peers and additional academic instruction helps enable them to meet grade level standards − something that is beneficial for all students in classrooms next year.
Allison Liner, MPCSD Chief Learning Officer, said:
"Our committed efforts to close the achievement gap will have positive benefits for classroom instruction, teacher attention, and provide an overall boost for every student in the District."
Your generous donation provides an enriching summer school program and funds critical bus transportation for eligible students between their neighborhoods and the school site. Donate now, at the event check-in or throughout the auction evening.
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Basketball clinics and games are available every Friday night from 6 - 8:15 p.m. in May.
Join next year's 6th, 7th, 8th and 9th Grade basketball players during Friday Night Hoops at the Hillview Gym.
A clinic will teach basketball fundamentals from 6 - 7 p.m. Games will be held with coach supervision from 7 - 8:15 p.m. .
Cost is $20 per night for the clinic, $15 per night for game play and $30 per night for both clinic and game.
Learn more on the information and registration form.
For more information, contact Harry Bell and Phil Eaton.
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M-A Dance Team Tryouts, Friday, April 26, from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the new dance studio at M-A across from the tennis courts. Open to all 8th Graders, this team is a spirit squad and performs at football and basketball games as well as at rallies. Wear clothes you're comfortable dancing in; bring water and a picture of yourself. Contact: Brooke Warren, Dance Team Captain, (650) 387-0827.
8th Annual M-A High School Big Bear Run, Sunday, May 5 at 9 a.m. This professionally-timed, fun-filled, 5K race/walk starts at M-A High School and benefits all M-A sports teams. On-line registration is available at active.com and on the M-A Boosters website. Additionally, new or gently used athletic shores will be collected the day of the race for donation to charities.
Your Career in Gaming, Saturday, May 18 at 12 p.m., Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma Street, Menlo Park. Zynga Lead Game Designer and Career Advisor Brice Morrison will talk about careers in the games industry: how games are made, the jobs and people involved, and how you can learn to make your own games at home! Contact: Michelle Burnham, (650) 330-2530.
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| Summer Camps |
Now is the time to learn about some of the exciting camp opportunities in our community! Many new camps have added their information to our Summer Camp website in the last two weeks. This website will be updated as new information arrives, so check back often.
(Please note that the MPCSD has not evaluated this information or endorsed any of the camps, and the District is not responsible for any aspect of these camps.)
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Newsletter Archives
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To read past Hillview PTO newsletters, please visit our archives.
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Newsletter Submissions
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To submit an announcement for a Hillview event, please email your announcement to newsletter@hillviewpto.org. Editors reserve the right to edit all announcements. The submission deadline is Thursday at noon for the following Sunday newsletter. To submit an announcement for an off-campus community event, please email your announcement to communitynews@mpcsd.org. The submission deadline is Wednesday at noon for the following Sunday newsletter.
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