|
|
|
|
|
In This Issue
| |
Lost and Found
Mini-Course Week
Site Council Nominees
8th Grade Graduation
|
|
Quick Links
| |
Questions? Email:
|
|
|
This Week
- School officially begins at 10:00 a.m., although certain mini courses - including Animation Exploration, Golden Gate on the Silver Screen, LIFE, Outdoor Survival, Behind-the-Scenes Sports, Equine Extravaganza (off-site drop-off), and Explorations of Baking - begin earlier. Please check your individual Mini-Course schedule as class start times may vary by course.
Wednesday, March 30 - Thursday, March 31
- Late Dismissal, 3:05 p.m.
Friday, April 1
- No School - Collaborative Planning Day
- Deadline to register for Hillview Debate Tournament
|
|
Looking Ahead
Monday, April 4 - Friday, April 8
Monday, April 11
Tuesday, April 12
- MPCSD Regular Board Meeting, 6:00 p.m., District Office, 181 Encinal Ave., Atherton
Wednesday, April 13
- 5th Grade Parent Night, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Hillview PAC
Saturday, April 16 to Sunday, April 17
- Hillview Second Annual Debate Tournament, 8:30 a.m. start on Saturday, 9:00 a.m. start on Sunday, Hillview
|
|
|
|
Hillview School News
|
Lost and Found
Spring Break is fast approaching and there is a record amount of clothing and other items in the Lost and Found. Please come by and check it out to make sure nothing is yours before it is all donated on March 31. Mini-Courses begin tomorrowPlease look here to see if there are any last minute needs you can help with. We love it when our kids are out on field trips representing Hillview with the respectful behavior and positive attitude that we see on campus. Remind your children to keep an open mind, be amazed, and enjoy this special week of "School, Only Different." And, most importantly, an enormous thank you to all the parent volunteers and generous community members who offer their time, talent and resources to make this week happen. Let's do it!
Hillview Site Council Seeking Parent Nominees
The Hillview Site Council, a group consisting of Hillview's Principal, teachers, staff, student representatives, and elected parents is the body responsible for developing and monitoring the School Site Plan. This plan specifies the goals and metrics that drive major decisions on academics, the school environment, social-emotional well-being, technology, and any other significant areas related to the running of the school. The Site Council is also responsible for creating, implementing and evaluating the annual school survey.
The Hillview Site Council has two open parent positions (out of five regular parent positions) for the two year term from 2016-2017 thru 2017-2018. The council meets approximately once a month after school. All meetings are open to the public.
Interested parents should submit their name, a brief description of their background, and reasons for wanting to serve on the council to Andrea Luskin by Monday, April 11. We will hold an election on Monday, April 18, at 3:30 p.m. in the Hillview front office conference room. Candidates must be present at the meeting. All parents of Hillview students, or of incoming Hillview students for the 2016/17 school year, who are in attendance at the meeting, are eligible to vote.
|
Call for Service Award Nominations Tell us about an exceptional volunteer! 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 if not for this formidable group of volunteers, the "Pillars of our Community." Honorary Service Awards (HSAs) and School Service Awards (SSAs) recognize 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 the online nomination form by Sunday, April 3.
|
8th Grade Graduation - Help Needed
To make this graduation event a big success we need LOTS of parent help, both on the big day and beginning this month. We are planning to build many of the props and decorations needed for the party rather than rent, and we need folks that can sew, work a jigsaw, paint by numbers, use a hot glue gun, have experience set building, or are just willing to learn something new and help out. If you are interested in helping out please click here to contact us. We will email volunteers periodically with information about projects and work sessions. We also need someone to coordinate a fundraiser night at a local Menlo Park eatery such as Amici's, Una Mas, or one of the others. You would be responsible for contacting businesses, finding the best deal, setting up a date, and publicizing it at school. If you are interested, please email us.
|
|
Programs & Activities
|
After-School Programs
Registration continues for the Spring Session of our After-School Programs. We have spots remaining in many of our class offerings, particularly in our robotics program Wizbots. Wizbots runs every Tuesday from 3:15 to 4:45 p.m. and is limited to 12 students. For more information or to register visit our Programs website. Scholarships are available through the PTO for qualifying students. For scholarship information, please contact your child's counselor or click here. For more information on After-School Program offerings, please contact Erica Galles, PTO Coordinator.
ASB 2016-2017 Elections
Even though it seems like a long time away, ASB elections will be here before you know it. If your child missed the informational meeting, but would like the details, have them see Mr. Darmanin in Room G3 ASAP. We have a Constitution test coming up just after spring break and an edmodo group where we provide the study materials and upcoming application details.
Hillview Talent Show
The Hillview Talent Show is still a few months away, but the Talent Show Audition process has begun. The Talent Show timeline is as follows:
April 12-15: Auditions: Auditions will take place during lunchtime or after school by special arrangement. Staff judges will grade performances on preparation, creativity, audience appeal, and, of course, talent! Not all acts make it into the final performance, but all categories are usually represented to create a variety of acts.
April 18: Talent Show list posted, acts notified, pre-sale notices for tickets to families of acts. April 29: Tickets go on sale online to the public. Both shows typically sell out before the show. May 2-5: Talent Show rehearsals after school. May 6-7: Talent Show - 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. (Theme TBD)
Hillview Debate
Hillview's Second Annual Debate Tournament
Any 1st - 8th grader with Speech & Debate experience/understanding of Parliamentary Debate is welcome to join Hillview's Second Annual Debate Tournament the weekend of April 16-17. We only have 120 spots and had over 110 debaters participate at the last tournament, so sign up ASAP.
On Saturday, April 16, check in will start at 8:30 a.m. and awards will start at approximately 5:15 p.m. All students will compete for 5 rounds, followed by "Best Speaker" awards and an optional Exhibition Match between the top teams. On Sunday, April 17, roll call will start at 9:00 a.m. and final awards will start at approximately 3:30 p.m. The top teams return on Sunday. All rounds are Single Elimination and immediately followed by awards. The day ends with a Championship round for 1st & 2nd place.
NEW - Tournament of Champions (TOC) Points: 3 points per win, 1 point per loss. 1st - 3rd graders will need 19 points to enter the TOC. You will likely need to attend 2 or more tournaments to reach 19 points. 4th - 8th graders will need 29 points to enter the TOC. You will likely need to attend 3 or more tournaments to reach 29 points.
The registration deadline is Friday, April 1. The participation fee is $25 per student since the Hillview Debate Club is responsible for covering the cost of the tournament, including the awards, supplies and use of facilities. Please visit the website for the full details and to register.
Hillview Library
It's Bonus Book Week
The library will be closed for Mini-Course week, so students with clear library accounts may check out up to six books from the Hillview library to keep through Spring Break.
OverDrive eBooks
If your reader works through those six books really quickly, encourage them to check out an eBook. If the book will not download onto the school iPad, either choose Read in Browser, or try a different kind of device. Most books work on most devices, and you can find directions here on the website.
Hillview Sports
Intramural Sports: Different for Mini-Course Week
During this week of Mini-Courses, intramurals will take place during lunchtime from 12:15 - 1:00 p.m. from Monday, March 28, through Thursday, March 31. Various types of equipment will be available. The first students to come to the gym and start an activity will dictate which sports we will offer that day.
After-School Sports During Mini-Course Week
Some after-school sports will be held during Mini-Course Week: Tennis, Boys Volleyball League, and Spring Volleyball clinics. If your child has a conflict due to Mini-Courses, please ask him/her to notify his/her coach(es).
After-School Basketball
Basketball season officially ended last week. Great games were played by all teams. Please return uniforms to the coaches or to the Hillview front office. Uniforms should be in a bag with the player's/coach's names written on them.
After-School Tennis
Tennis practice and matches continue this week for all three teams.
Track Registration Continues
As of March 23, there is only one slot remaining. Once we fill, all others will be placed on a waiting list although there is a good chance that players will be added from the waiting list. The program will begin immediately following Spring Break on Monday, April 11, and will continue through Wednesday, May 18. Track participants will meet on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Menlo-Atherton High School Track.
Boys Volleyball We are excited to have our first boys volleyball team in years. The team is currently full. Others are welcome to sign up and join the waiting list. A few practices have taken place already. League matches will begin during the week of April 18.
Spring Volleyball
Another volleyball program for both boys and girls began last Tuesday, March 22. This is the second year of the program. Hillivew parent coach Kutlu Aricanli started the program and continues as Program Director. Coach Aricanli, as well as other parent and high school coaches, will teach players through drills and skill development activities. All players will play their share of matches too. Click here to register on Sportability. Questions can be directed to Coach Aricanli.
Questions regarding any of these sports programs should be directed to Harry Bell or (650) 483-4049.
|
|
MPAEF News
|
 Calling all yokels, greenhorns, and city slickers! It's almost time to slap on your best cowboy duds, skedaddle over to the saloon, and wet your whistles at the MPAEF Wild Wild West Event & Auction. While you're partaking of the best grub Cookie can rattle up for y'all and taking a step or two around the dance floor, we'll be raising the funds we need to keep our district humming along with excellence. Before you start planning all the ruckus and fun you'll have at the party, we hope you'll consider one of our sponsorship opportunities and support this year's Fund-A-Need where your generous contributions will be used for guidance and wellness programs and activities. You'll find all the info here. Now let's get to business...All you fine folks in the MPCSD community are invited and event tickets go on sale starting Monday, March 28, here. Our online catalog will go live on our website and for you to print at home starting April 10. So giddy up and grab yer tickets while they're hot because space is limited.
Thanks to Our Realtor and Business Partners
We want to take this opportunity to thank just a few of our many realtor and business partners in the community. Thank you for your support.
|
|
Parent Education
|
La Entrada Parent Education Speaker Series: "Helping Young Athletes Reach their Potential" with Steve Smith, PhD, Palo Alto UniversityHow can you help your child succeed in sports? We all want our kids to have a lifelong healthy lifestyle, but the balance between athletics, school, and family time can be challenging. In this fun, energetic workshop, Dr. Steve Smith, psychologist and professor of clinical psychology in the PGSP-Stanford PsyD Consortium of Palo Alto University, will address the following topics:
- Healthy youth sports participation
- Specialization issues in youth sports
- Raising balanced kids
- Peak performance under pressure
- Goal-setting and the nature of control
Join us for this event on Tuesday, March 29, from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. in the La Entrada Middle School Multi-Use Room (MUR) at 2200 Sharon Road, Menlo Park. Click here to register. Sponsored by the La Entrada PTA, this event is free and open to parents, students, faculty/staff, and community members. Questions? Contact Charlene Margot at (650) 868-0590.
|
 |
Community News
|
All Students Matter Informational Coffee: April 18, 10:00 a.m.; Menlo Park address provided upon RSVP. If you've wondered what All Students Matter is all about, then please join other local parents who are already volunteering with us in the K-4 classrooms to learn more. We invite you for coffee and refreshments while you hear about how you can make a true difference in the life of students in east Menlo Park and East Palo Alto by volunteering for an hour a week. Please email Jeanette Kennedy to RSVP.
Menlo Park Student Cultural Exchange: Menlo Park invites residents between the ages of 13 and 15 years old to apply for the Student Cultural Exchange trip to visit the town and families of Bizen, Japan, a friendship city with Menlo Park. This is an opportunity to experience Bizen's rich culture and heritage, see famous 1,000 yr old Bizen-yaki pottery history, and visit Japan's first public school dating back to the 17th Century. The application process and trip details are detailed below:
- Eligibility is for Menlo Park residents ages 13-15
- Prepare a written essay (no longer than one typed page) outlining your interest and what impact this cultural exchange would have on your life and your community.
- Apply online by 5:00 p.m. on April 1; winners will be notified by April 20
- Each participant must purchase their own round trip flight to Japan
- Food and lodging is provided
- Four parents or related adults will be chosen to help lead the trip
Click here for more information and to apply. Summer Rock Camp: Week 1: July 11 to July 15; Week 2: July 18 to July 22; Week 3: July 25 to July 29. Locally owned by Michael Finley, a former Paly graduate and parent of a Paly graduate, SRC immerses campers completely in live music and performance for a full week with daylong sessions (9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.) culminating in a Friday evening concert where campers showcase their new music skills and featured songs crafted over the week in front of a live audience including family, friends, and peers. Click here for more information. Summer Camp Webpage: Please visit MPCSD's new Summer Camp webpage for updated information about available camp programs in the community.
|
|
Newsletter Details
|
This newsletter is published by Hillview School parent volunteers every Sunday of the school year, except for Sundays preceding a full week of vacation.
Submissions: The deadline to submit for the Sunday Hillview Newsletter is the preceding Wednesday at noon. Please email your submission to hvnewsletter@mpcsd.org. Please note that submissions may be edited for content and/or length. Submissions received after the deadline will be eligible for inclusion the following week. Submissions are eligible to run for up to two weeks.
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.
Archives: Missed an exciting edition of the Hillview Newsletter or other communications from the school? Look up past issues in our online archive.
|
|
|
|
|
|
