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In This Issue
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Hillview Parent Survey
6th Grade Greek Olympics
8th Grade Events
Hangers Needed
Yearbooks for Sale
Teacher/Staff Gift Fund Volunteer Luncheon
Flower Day
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Quick Links
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Questions? Email:
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This Week
- Hillview Night at Earthquakes' Avaya Stadium, 7:30 p.m.
Friday, May 13
- 6th/7th Grade Dance, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Hillview PAC
- Hillview Relay for Life, 9:00 p.m. - Midnight, Hillview Track
- Last day to submit Block H Points
Sunday, May 15
- Deadline to complete Hillview Parent Survey
- Jazz Band at Menlo Park Farmer's Market, 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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Looking Ahead
Monday, May 16
- SBAC Testing Week Begins
- Book Fair, 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Hillview Library
Tuesday, May 17
- Book Fair, 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Hillview Library
Wednesday, May 18
- Book Fair, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Hillview Library
Thursday, May 19
- Flower Day, 8:00 - 10:00 a.m.
- Open House, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Meet in Courtyard
- Book Fair, 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. and 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., Hillview Library
Sunday, May 22
- Schoolhouse Rocks 5K and Community Fun Run, 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Oak Knoll Elementary School
Tuesday, May 24
- Spring Chorus Concert, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m., Hillview PAC
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Hillview School News
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Important Annual Hillview Parent Survey - Please complete by Sunday
Parents, it is time for our annual Site Council Survey. Even though we still have half a trimester remaining, collecting feedback now will allow us to analyze it before the year ends, informing our planning for 2016 - 17, or even taking action this year. Your feedback is crucial to our continuous improvement! Please take this opportunity to share your valuable viewpoint, provide constructive suggestions for areas of growth, and/or highlight strengths. Click here to complete the survey anytime through May 15.
The survey is quite comprehensive, addressing school climate, experience in academic courses, physical education, electives, the effectiveness of our support programs, and even Mini-Courses. We won't try to kid you, it will not take "only 15 minutes," but the time you spend on it will be extremely helpful to us in identifying areas where we can grow and better serve the needs of our students and families.
All survey responses are anonymous. These responses will be reviewed by the Hillview Site Council, including Principal Willy Haug, Associate Principal Mary Martin and Assistant Principal Danielle O'Brien, to aid in making Hillview the best possible school it can be for our children. Thank you in advance for your participation. Questions? Contact Site Council President Elizabeth Ouren or Principal Willy Haug.
Volunteer for the 6th Grade Greek Olympics. The PE Department will host the annual 6th Grade Olympics Games during 6th grade PE classes on May 24, 25 and 26. Volunteers will help facilitate events, ensure athlete safety, and time and measure individual events. Please sign up here.
8th Grade End-of-Year Events
Please visit the Quick Links
section of the Hillview website for detailed information about
8th grade end-of-year events and activities, including the Great America field trip, the promotion ceremony, graduation gowns and flowers, the Grad Night Party, as well as a timeline of upcoming events. You can also find this information on the PTO website and a paper copy will be sent home with each student.
Hangers Needed
Hangers are needed for 8th grade graduation gowns. If you have any hangers you are willing to donate, please bring them to the Hillview office.
Yearbooks Available for Purchase
You can still purchase a Hillview yearbook! You can either order online here or bring a check or cash to Mrs. Fichou in the student center at brunch or lunch. There are limited yearbooks left, so be sure to get yours soon! **If you have an ASB card, you already have a yearbook coming!
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MPCSD News
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2016 MPCSD Service Award Winners
Please join us in congratulating our 2016 Menlo Park City School District service award winners. These are parents, teachers and staff who have gone above and beyond to help our schools and district. Many school programs would not exist were it not for this talented and dedicated group of volunteers.
District Council
Honorary Service Awards: Scott Hinshaw, Christine Keefer, Ricky Nicoles
Continuing Service Award: Jody Buckley
President's Awards: Aarti Chandna, Erin Reyes
Menlo Park-Atherton Education Foundation
President's Awards: Calla Griffith, Alka Gupta
The MPAEF also recognizes District parents for their incredible volunteerism and support of our mission. A complete list of Foundation Service Award recipients will be announced in the upcoming MPAEF newsletter.
Hillview Middle School
Honorary Service Awards: Chris Arrington, Katie DeAnda, Brian Darmanin, Kristin McDonnell, Sara Richter
Continuing Service Awards: Cathy Garagozzo, Joanne Lofthouse, Andrea Luskin, Deanna Schroder
Golden Oak Awards: Katie Angioletti, Monica Bosch & Jim Stoneham, Amy Boyle, Lynn Cox, Pam Fernandes, Kristi Waldron
President's Awards: Michelle Box, Kate Kennedy
Encinal Elementary School
Honorary Service Awards: Marta Solsona, Jennifer Kollman, Teresa Reif, Kelly Morimune
Continuing Service Awards: Sara Teeple, Jennifer Nelson
Golden Oak Award: Dawn Edgren
President's Award: Jill Vizas
Laurel Elementary School
Honorary Service Awards: Kelly Blythe, Grant Conour, Kara Galbraith, Jenn Shoup, Sheila Warren
Continuing Service Awards: Jill Baker, Maria Clemo, Bernice van der Meer, Heidi Yamada
Golden Oak Awards: Mary Beckstrom, Jessica Meeks
President's Award: Wendy Horton
Oak Knoll Elementary School
Honorary Service Awards: Alison Matthews, Emily Record
Continuing Service Awards: Mark Baker, Tamara Russel, Bee Tee
Golden Oak Award: Barb Snow
President's Award: Stephanie Chen
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PTO News
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End of Year Teacher and Staff Gift Fund
Wondering how to recognize your child's teacher at the end of the school year? At Hillview, we have a tradition of gifting to the staff as a community. The school community is encouraged to contribute to a centralized Teacher/Staff Gift Fund organized by parent volunteers. All proceeds are used to buy gift cards for the entire Hillview team. The benefits of this approach are:
- It's what the teachers and staff prefer. With gift cards, they can pick out something they really want or need.
- No one is overlooked. The Gift Fund recognizes more than 80 Hillview employees, including academy teachers, elective teachers, specialists, and staff.
- It's easy! Just make a contribution, and the committee does the rest. Gift cards are delivered on the last day of school on behalf of the entire Hillview community.
You can contribute to this fantastic program by making out a check to Amy Boyle. Please drop your payment in the school office, or mail it to:
Amy Boyle
c/o Hillview Middle School
1100 Elder Avenue
Menlo Park, CA 94025
PTO Volunteer Luncheon Please join us on May 31 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Hillview PAC for a luncheon to celebrate all the volunteers at Hillview. We will also honor this year's Golden Oak and Service Award winners. Please RSVP here b y May 24 so that we can get an accurate head count. Thank you!
Sign Up to Help with Hillview Flower Day
We still need more volunteers to help arrange and deliver flowers to teachers and staff on
Thursday, May 19! Please devote some time between 8:00 - 10:30 a.m. to help us show the members of the Hillview team how much we appreciate everything they do. Visit the sign-up sheet. For more information, please contact Tatjana Faruqi or Michelle Box to participate in this fun tradition!
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Programs & Activities
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6th / 7th Grade Dance
This special dance takes place on Friday, May 13, from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the Hillview Pac. This is our 6th graders' very first opportunity to attend a middle school dance! This year's theme is a "Hillview Beach Bash" and your 8th grade Hillview ASB will be wearing their favorite beach attire and suggest students do the same to get in on the fun (dress code applies). For boys and girls who want to get in on the theme, we encourage board shorts, Hawaiian attire, and comfortable dance shoes. If it looks like a chilly night, of course, feel free to get creative with the theme and/or wear what is comfortable. For 6th grade parents, dances at Hillview are never formal and don't require anything fancy, although some students do enjoy dressing up a little bit and that is also allowed as long as it meets our dress for success norms found in the Handbook. Dressing in theme is optional, but encouraged, to build class spirit and camaraderie.
Tickets will available for discounted pre-sale Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday at lunch for $5 (ASB card holders) and $7 (non-ASB card holders). They will also be on sale at the door for the full price of $8. We are piloting a new ticketing system that involves scanning a digital dance ticket your child's student ID card, which is required for dance entry. All Hillview students are be required to bring his/her ID to attend the dance. If your child lost his/her ID, please see Mrs. Fichou in the student store at recess or lunch or email her for more information on replacement cards. We do have the ability to look up students temporarily and issue paper dance tickets, but the sooner we know, the better. For those new to Hillview dances, our dance doors open at 6:30 p.m. The dance ends promptly at 8:30 p.m. Please be on time to pick up! Students who show up after 7:00 p.m. must have a parent escort them inside, and students who wish to leave earlier than 8:30 p.m. must have a parent meet them in the PAC lobby. Students should bring money for snacks and drinks. We also have a free coat check service for small bags and loose items. Lastly, we have a game room for students who wish take a break or socialize with their friends instead of dancing. We encourage all students to give it a shot! Of course, no dance is possible without chaperones. So, if you would like to chaperone the dance, please contact Nancy Witeck or click here to sign up. Hillview Relay for Life Twenty-seven teams of students and staff from Hillview, Encinal, Oak Knoll and M-A will walk the track at M-A to benefit the American Cancer Society (ACS) on Friday, May 13, 9:00 p.m. to midnight (after the 6th/7th grade dance). Teams are raising awareness of ACS and raising funds to help research cures for cancers and services to support those battling cancer. All students who wish to participate, or watch, must have a waiver signed by a parent to be at the event. Donations to teams are welcome. Hillview Night at the Earthquakes' Avaya Stadium On May 11, come out and support Hillview Middle School at the San Jose Earthquakes game against Houston at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 each and $5 from every ticket will go toward Hillview. Come show your Hawk Spirit with friends, family, and fellow Earthquakes. Click here to purchase your tickets using our personal Hillview promo code: hawks.WEB Leader Interviews and Training Information
If you applied to be a WEB leader, please be sure to check edmodo for information about the group interview. Everyone will have a scheduled interview. Interviews are May 10, 11, and 12 during Quest and after school.
Also, to both potential WEB leaders and the parents of potential WEB leaders: we had to change one date of training (*), please check your calendars for these mandatory dates. Please do not schedule appointments, etc. on these dates. Thank you! - Monday, May 23: Spring Training, 12:42 - 3:05 p.m. (any missed school work needs to be completed)
- Sunday, August 28: Fall Training, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. @ Hillview
- Tuesday, August 30*: Fall Training, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. @ Hillview
- Wednesday, August 31: 6th Grade Orientation, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. @ Hillview
- Friday, September 2: Activities during school hours
8th graders are Invited to Apply to Give a Speech at Graduation
Instead of an informational meeting, we have created a 10-minute screencast. See Ms. Piombo if you have any questions.
Author Stacey Lee is Coming to Hillview on Friday, May 13
Some Qu3st classes will be attending, but everyone is welcome to order a signed copy of her debut novel, Under a Painted Sky, or preorder her forthcoming novel available May 24. Get your summer reading books early.
Summer Reading Lists
You can preview the lists here. The assignments may still be updated, but the books should stay the same. Booktalks coming soon! You can also preview the books at the Book Fair, May 16 - 19, in the library, during school and Open House.
The Book Fair is Coming
Take a peek at your Hillview Summer Reading options and find new books to love. Book fair hours are: Monday and Tuesday, May 16 and 17, 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday, May 18 and 19, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Additional hours at Open House from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Sports
Intramural Sports
Intramural basketball will continue during lunchtime. Spectators welcome, but please stay on the bleachers and stage. No food/drink in the gym and backpacks should also be on the bleachers/stage. Intramural Sports continue through May 26 or June 2.
After-School Tennis
Tennis playoffs will occur this week, the final week of the season. We thank the players, parents, parent coordinators, and coaches for all of their efforts.
After-School Track
The after-school track program continues this Monday, May 9, and Wednesday, May 11. The time of this program is always 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Monday's practice will be at the Hillview School field since Menlo-Atherton High School is not available. Wednesday's meet will take place back at Menlo-Atherton.
Boys VolleyballLeague matches continue this week. There will be a home match on Wednesday, May 11, at 4:30 p.m. We hope to see as many Hillview supporters as possible. Spring VolleyballPractices continue on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Please direct any questions to Coach Aricanli.
May Madness
The May Madness Basketball Clinic will continue this Friday, May 13, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., and will be the third day of the May Madness Basketball Clinic. The time remains 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Tournament Team Basketball and Volleyball
Next year will be the final year of the Tournament Team Program. The PTO and Mr. Bell made this decision earlier in the school year. For next year, a meeting will be held for interested families. 8th grade girls will be eligible for tournament team volleyball and 8th grade girls and boys will be eligible for tournament team basketball. Watch for further announcements on meeting times.
Questions regarding any of these programs should be directed to Harry Bell, (650) 483-4049 .
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Menlo-Atherton High School News
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Important: Required Summer Reading for Incoming Menlo-Atherton 9th Graders Every incoming 9th grader is required to read Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card (ISBN#: 978-0-8125-5070-2). Kepler's in downtown Menlo Park will be selling the book in their Summer Reading Section for your convenience. At check out please mention Menlo Atherton High School and the English Department will receive a portion of the proceeds. Questions? Please email Dori Britts.
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MPAEF News
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Yeehaw - MPAEF's Wild Wild West was a Great Success! Thank you to all who participated in the online auction, raffle and Fund-a-Need for Guidance and Wellness services. We are still tallying our final numbers, and will announce the results in our upcoming MPAEF newsletter.
It was great fun to see so many people at the Wild Wild West Auction party at MacArthur Park last weekend. Special thanks goes out to the entire Auction committee and the volunteers across all four schools who made the night and weeks leading up to it memorable and fun for all.
We are just two weeks away from the Schoolhouse Rocks 5K, presented by Nelson Roberts Investment Advisors. On Sunday May 22, 2016 at 9 a.m., runners, walkers, and strollers will gather at the starting line at Oak Knoll School. You can enter either the 2.5K family walk/ run, or the competitive, chip-timed 5K. Finishers of the 5K will receive a race medal and 2.5K finishers will receive a race ribbon. Click here to register now. Family Sponsor
Register online as a Family Sponsor for $500 and receive five race entries and an invitation to our Night Before family pasta night. Hosted at the beautiful home of a district family, the fully-catered evening will include fun and games for the kids. Your family's race packet will be available for collection at this event.
Spirit Day This Friday, May 13, our school Spirit Day will celebrate our upcoming Schoolhouse Rocks 5K. Keep an eye out at lunchtime for some fun activities organized by our students. If we are lucky, MoHawk may even make an appearance. Volunteers We cannot do this without our amazing volunteers. We have many fun roles available on the day of the race and leading up to race day. Click here to learn more about specific volunteer opportunities and to sign up. Packet Pickup Early packet pickup will be available at Menlo Park Fleet Feet Sports on Friday, May 20, from 12:00 - 4:00 p.m. and Saturday, May 21, from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Your packet will contain an official race t-shirt, bib and timing chip (for those registered for the 5K). On race day, packet pickup will be available from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. at Oak Knoll. Family Sponsors can also collect their race packets at the Night Before event on the evening of Saturday, May 21. The Schoolhouse Rocks 5K is organized by the MPAEF together with our District PTOs. All funds raised will support our children's education. For more information, click here.
Thanks to Our Realtor and Business Partners
We want to take the opportunity to shout out some appreciation to just a few of our many realtor and business partners in the community. Thank you for your support!
DIAMOND
Please join us for an MPAEF Shopping Day at glassybaby in the Stanford Shopping Center on Tuesday, May 10, from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. 10% of sales will go to the MPAEF!
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Parent Education
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"At-Risk Teens: Mastering Difficult Conversations with Your Teen" with Eran Magen, PhD, Stanford University
Tuesday, May 10, from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in the Sequoia Union High School District Office, Birch Room at 480 James Avenue, Redwood City. Trying to offer support when your adolescent seems upset or stressed can feel like tiptoeing through a minefield. In this interactive 90-minute workshop, you will learn how to offer emotional support comfortably and effectively when your teen is experiencing strong emotions such as stress, frustration, anxiety, or anger. These techniques can be used to address difficult topics of conversation.
Dr. Eran Magen is the founder and scientific director of the Center for Supportive Relationships, which provides relational skills training for school districts, higher education institutions, healthcare professionals, and private corporations.
Click here to register for this workshop. Sponsored by the Sequoia Healthcare District and the Sequoia Union High School District, this event is free and open to parents, students, faculty/staff, and community members. Questions? Contact Charlene Margot at (650) 868-0590.
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Community News
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Alpine Strikers Tryouts: Is your child passionate about soccer? We hope so! Alpine Strikers will be holding tryouts for the fall season starting on May 10. Many teams have roster openings. Please click here for dates and registration. We look forward to seeing you on the field.
AYSO Soccer Registration: Online registration for AYSO Soccer Menlo Park and Atherton started on May 1. Walk-in registration is on May 14 and May 21, from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Hillview Middle School library for the fall season. If your children played AYSO in our region before, click here to register online; you do not need to attend walk-in registration. AYSO does not require tryouts and all children participate, regardless of level.
Puppet & Magic Show on May 13, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m., Menlo-Atherton PAC:
All ages are welcome to attend a free Puppet & Magic Show featuring two, outstanding Bay Area performers: Steve Chaney and Dante. Steve will delight children with his comedic puppeteering and voices, while Dante will amaze everyone with an award-winning magic performance.
SamTrans Summer Youth Pass: The SamTrans Summer Youth Pass allows unlimited rides on all SamTrans routes from June 1 through August 31. It is available to kids 18 and younger for only $40. Passes go on sale May 21! Click here for more information and to purchase a pass.
Summer Camp Webpage: Please visit MPCSD's Summer Camp webpage for updated information about available camp programs in the community.
U.S. Youth Volleyball League: Registration for USYVL's 8-week instructional youth volleyball league for boys and girls ages 7 to 15 is now open. This 8-week program teaches the fundamentals of volleyball such as serving, passing, setting, spiking, blocking, and playing the game. Visit us online for more information or to register.
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Newsletter Details
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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.
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