We did it! A fabulous car show, the DEA and meth lab, local baking star Beth Ann Goldberg, even a baby alligator were among our many and varied on campus visits last week. Students also traveled over 2,500 miles, from Sausalito to Angel Island to Monterey, to experience everything from marine mammal care to rock climbing to camping. Whether your child tasted and cooked new foods, pondered an exciting career, wrote the beginning of a novel, planned a new downtown, kayaked for the first time or just got to know a different teacher and some new friends, we hope they not only enjoyed Mini-Course week but learned something they didn't know before.

We can't thank each and every parent enough for helping plan and lead the courses, donating supplies and expertise, and getting your children to school with a positive attitude. We welcome your stories at minicourse@mpcsd.org.

Eat Your Heart Out would like to thank all those who have lent equipment. All equipment will be cleaned and ready for pick up on Monday, March 24 in the main conference room in the office. If you cannot make it on Monday, please email nancykessler@velcap.com to make other arrangements. Again, thank you for helping make Eat Your Heart Out a success.

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Proof of Immunization Requirement for Incoming 7th Graders

All incoming 7th graders in the 2014-2015 school year are required by law to provide proof of a whooping cough (Pertussis) booster, or Tdap shot (Td does not meet the requirement). Students will not be admitted to school if proof is not received before the first day of school.

If you have not already done so, please bring an updated copy of your child's immunization record showing proof of Tdap to the school office by Friday, May 30. If there is a verified medical condition against vaccination, you are required to provide the school with a doctor's written statement which must include the specific nature and probable duration of the medical condition. If there is a personal belief for not vaccinating, you are required to obtain a personal belief exemption from your child's physician (form CDPH 8262).

Acceptable proof of immunization includes:

Print-out or copy of immunization record from your child's clinic or physician's office;
A copy of the yellow immunization record; or
A certification of Tdap booster letter from your child's clinic or physician's office.

All these documents must have your child's name, date of birth, date Tdap was administered, and a stamp or physician's signature from the clinic. For more information about the law and whooping cough, visit District Health Services or contact Nancy McMahon, Health Services Assistant or 650-321-7140 (x5912).

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Call for Service Award Nominations

Every year our District is fortunate to have parents, teachers, staff and community volunteers give generously of their time, skills and creativity to our schools. Many programs would not exist were it not for this formidable group of volunteers, "the Pillars of our Community." Honorary Service Awards (HSAs) as well as the School Service Awards (SSAs) recognize those individuals who have contributed in an extraordinary way to our District.

Please take a moment to nominate someone you know who goes above and beyond to make a difference in our schools. To nominate an individual, please complete an online nomination form by Friday, April 4.

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Volunteers for Hillview PTO

The Hillview PTO is looking for volunteers to serve on the PTO Board and in other key volunteer roles for the 2014-2015 school year. The Board, along with other parent volunteers, works with Hillview's administrative and teaching staff to support vital school programs and events.

Nominate yourself or someone you know to serve as Co-Vice Presidents, Vice-Treasurer, Auditor, Financial Secretary, Communications Chair, and Recording Secretary or check out the other volunteer opportunities at http://www.hillviewpto.org/parent-community-info/volunteer-hillview

Get involved and become a part of the Hillview movement! Work up close with Mr. Burmeister and his amazing staff! Please email your nominations to volunteer@hillviewpto.org.

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Menlo Park-Atherton Education Foundation

MPAEF SPRING AUCTION

A Night in Monte Carlo
Saturday, April 5 at the Sharon Heights Golf and Country Club
Doors open at 7:30 p.m.

Purchase your Tickets by Friday, March 28 and Save $35
Less than two weeks until A Night in Monte Carlo! Event tickets are currently on sale. Prices increase on FRIDAY so buy your tickets to support over 30 years of dedication from our community and continued success in our district schools. To purchase tickets, click here.

Raffle Tickets on Sale This Week
Raffle tickets go on sale this week at Encinal, Laurel, and Oak Knoll. Pick your dream and buy your tickets to make it come true. Or buy tickets for your student or a favorite teacher. Even if your plans don't include an evening at the auction, join in the fun because winners need not be present. Winners will be drawn at the auction on Saturday, April 5. To check out this year's raffle items, click here. Look for ticket sellers on campus Monday - Friday this week at drop-off and pick-up. Tickets are $10 each or twelve for $100, and you can pay by cash, check or credit card.

Online Auction Starts Friday!
The online auction opens Friday, March 28 at 5 p.m.! This year, the online auction includes all kids' events and parties, Kids-In-Training items, summer camps and other items for kids, and all the experiences organized by our very own district teachers! New this year, all subscription parties for adults will also be offered online! Click here to see a full listing of items available through the online auction.

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MPAEF Auction Child Care
Kids' Night Out

Attending the MPAEF auction? Need child care? No problem! Girl Scout Troop 32217 is offering a Kids' Night Out while you are in Monte Carlo. Children ages 4 - 12. Child care is $25 per child from 7 to 11:30 p.m. Location: TBD (Hillview or Encinal).

A portion of proceeds will benefit local animal shelter, while the troop earns its Bronze Award.

Nut-free snacks
Bingo
Photo booth
Fun games
Face painting
Big screen movie with popcorn
Meaningful hands-on activities and crafts for an animal shelter
Quiet room for sleeping/resting
Fur, Scales and Tails Animal Show
Pajamas, sleeping bags and stuffed animals are welcome

HURRY! Reserve your spot at https://auctionbabysitting.eventbrite.com (password:mpaef)

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Volunteer Opportunities at Hillview

It's almost spring and the school year is headed for a strong finish! Please take a look at the fun and exciting events taking place in and around campus and see where you would like to pitch in.

Academy Field Trips
* Your Academy Parents will be contacting you directly regarding these chaperone opportunities and will confirm exact dates.

6th grade, Academy of Sciences

Monday, March 24: Everest
Tuesday, March 25: Vesuvius
Friday, March 28: Olympus

7th grade, Chinatown Trip

Friday, April 25: Half of 7th grade
Monday, April 28: Half of 7th grade

8th grade, Exploratorium

Friday, April 25: Entire 8th grade

School Events
* Please contact volunteer@hillviewpto.org for more information about any of these opportunities.

April

Monday, April 28: 8th grade Career Day and Luncheon
Wednesday, April 30: Incoming 6th grade Parent Night and 6th grade Elective Faire

May

Friday, May 9: 6th grade Greek Festival
Friday, May 16: 6th/7th grade Dance
Thursday, May 22: Flower Day and Hillview Open House

June

June 2-6: 7th/8th grade Track and Field Week
Friday, June 6: Hawkapalooza
Monday, June 9: 8th grade Awards
Friday, June 13: 8th grade Graduation Party

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Talent Show Auditions

It's that time of the year ... time for Hillview's Famous Talent Show! It's not too late to sign up for a guaranteed audition spot. Students interested in signing up for this year's Talent Show auditions should visit www.tinyurl.com/hvtalent2014 and follow the instructions. The last day to sign up is Monday, March 24 - don't miss out!

All auditions earn Block H points regardless of if they make it into the final show and there are many categories to choose from! The audition schedule will be posted the week of March 24. This event is a huge hit with our community and we sell out both nights! Ticket sales will be announced after spring break. If you have any questions, please email Mr. Darmanin.

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HIllview Students Victorious

Hillview Students Win Regional Robotics Contest
National Championship Next!

Hillview students (left to right) Daniel Cazares, Axel Ljunggren, Gianluca Zanutta, Tyler Lewis and Annamarie Wire, as early members of the M-A Robotics Team, won the Sacramento Regional Robotics Competition last weekend beating more than 50 teams. The competition pits three-team alliances in a sophisticated game that can best be described as full-court, full-contact robotics basketball. M-A Robotics' victorious alliance leveraged the strength of high school teams from Mountain View and Davis. As the winner of a regional competition, M-A Robotics earned a spot at the National Championship Robotics Competition next month in St. Louis.

M-A Robotics will also compete at the Silicon Valley Regional at San Jose State University on April 3 - 5. For more information, visit the M-A Robotics website. The M-A Robotics Team is also seeking sponsors and is selling LED light bulbs to raise funds. Hillview parent Craig Lewis is coordinating LED sales and can direct sponsorship ideas to the appropriate contacts.

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After School Classes

Spring after school writing workouts at Hillview, Rm D5. Starts Wednesday, March 26 from 3:20 - 4:20 p.m. or Thursday, March 27 from 2:20 - 3:20 p.m. Classes meet once a week through June 4 or 5. No class on April 16 and 17. Grades 5 - 8 (5th grade by prior instructor approval). No homework. Cost for the 10 classes is $275. Prorated fees and scholarships available. Highly interactive, fun seminars featuring short, in-class exercises designed to complement Hillview's class work. Please contact Instructor Jennifer Tsay (Hillview parent, former attorney, Stanford BA English, Harvard JD) or 650-324-1662 for more info. (www.omegateaching.com)

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Phys Ed Notes

Intramural sports resume on Monday, March 24 with March Madness Basketball. Any student is welcome to play but we can accommodate a maximum of 32 students.
The Phys Ed Dept requests a doctor's note if a student is unable to participate in PE class for more than three consecutive days.
Student lockers must be locked at all times except when changing. If a locker is missing its lock, the cost to replace a lock is $10.
Students should take care of their personal property and lock up valuables in lockers.
Activities for the upcoming third trimester include Mini Sessions, Decades Dancing for 8th graders, state mandated fitness testing for 7th graders, and Greek Olympics for 6th graders. (Please note that there will be two Decades Dancing events on Thursday, May 29 at 6 p.m. and again at 7 p.m.)

Questions regarding Phys Ed should be directed to Mr. Bell, Mr. Eaton, Ms. Gee or Ms. Salem. Phone: 326-4341 ext 2601 Bell, ext 2602 Eaton, ext 2603 Gee, ext 2604 Salem.

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After School Sports

Tennis: Regular practice continues this week. Varsity A players practice on Mondays and Fridays. Varsity B players practice on Tuesdays and Thursdays. First match of the season is this Wednesday, March 26 at Nealon Park.

Track: Registration is open at sportability.com/hillview. Deadline for registration is Friday, April 4. As of March 20, there were over 65 signups. Program is limited to 75 participants. If you plan to register, please do so immediately! We will team up with La Entrada, Corte Madera and Woodside Elementary and can have no more than 150 participants total. Track will begin on Monday, April 21. For more information, click here.

After School Sports questions should be directed to Mr. Bell or call (650) 326-4341 ext 2601.

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Community News

Portola Valley Theatre Conservatory. Spring session begins the week of March 31. We offer after-school theatre classes to students Pre-K to 9th grade. The theme this spring is Fractured Fairytales. Registration and details at www.pvtc-ca.org

The Atherton Dames Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Saturday, April 19, 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Family fun for everyone including photos with the Easter bunny, face painting, desserts and an Easter egg hunt including three golden eggs. $10 at the gate. Cash or checks only. Proceeds benefit the Holbrook Palmer Park. For more information, please visit: http://www.athertondames.org/event/easter-egg-hunt/

Menlo-Atherton High School Fashion Show: M-Ake Dreams Come True,
Saturday, March 22, 1 p.m., 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. shows in the M-A PAC
This annual PTA fundraiser showcases M-A seniors modeling fashions from local stores and dancing in a professionally choreographed fashion show. Online ticket sales, including reserved and general admission options, at: http://tinyurl.com/MAFS2014. Tickets can also be purchased at the door.

Tennis Festival at Burgess Park
Kids age 6 - 12 and their families are invited to join Menlo Swim and Sport for our first annual Tennis Festival on Saturday, April 19. Experienced instructors will be on hand for demonstrations, highlighting the new 10 and under program from USTA. This program is designed to introduce new players to the game of tennis using smaller courts, larger tennis balls and fun and active skills and drills. Register today at http://www.menloswim.com/tennis-festival

Girls Performance Water Polo Clinic with Olympian Brenda Villa
Join Brenda Villa, the most decorated women's water polo player, for a challenging and dynamic shooting clinic on Monday, April 14, 9-12 p.m., with focus on body position, movement, speed and agility. Features personalized video analysis with instant feedback. Girls 13-18 years, with a minimum of one year club or high school water polo experience. Space is limited, register today at http://www.menloswim.com/swim/water-polo/water-polo-clinics

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Newsletter Archives

Missed an exciting edition of the Hillview newsletter or letters from the school or PTO? Look up past emailings on our online archive.

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Newsletter Submissions

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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