The purpose of the Hillview PTO is to promote the education and welfare of the students in our school. To this end, the PTO takes a very active role in the enrichment activities of the school, while encouraging a feeling of community spirit among students, staff and parents. The PTO organizes and mobilizes the many parents that through their volunteerism make an active contribution to the school community. Funds to support all PTO-sponsored programs and purchases are generated through membership dues and through parent-coordinated fundraisers.

We urge all parents to join the PTO and to participate to the greatest extent possible in PTO activities.

1. Foster a positive Middle School culture which promotes:
• Self-esteem
• Organizational and Study Skills
• Academic Enrichment
2. Facilitate social and emotional support through sponsored programs and activities
3. Facilitate interaction between parents and staff through volunteer opportunities
4. Promote well-being in the community through encouraging and supporting community service efforts
5. Provide opportunities for parent education through:
• Parent networking
• Speakers and workshops

FUNDRAISING: Direct Donation Membership Campaign Fall Gift Wrap Sale STUDENT ENRICHMENT: Assemblies and speakers Field trips: fees, scholarships and transportation Camp Hillview & Greek Week (6th grade) Renaissance Faire (7th grade) Decades Project (8th grade) Purchase of supplies and equipment (art supplies, PE equipment, science lab supplies and kits, computers, etc.) Math Day Student Mentoring Program 7th/8th Grade Track & Field day SERVICES AND PROGRAM SUPPORT: "Hillviewer" Family Publication Weekly PTO Calendar and Newsletter Student/Family Directory Hillview Community Festival Hot Food and Student Hot Food Scholarships After School Sports and Classes Earthquake Preparedness Supplies Parent Education Speakers Community Services Support & Volunteers PTO website Hillview Logowear TEACHER/STAFF SUPPORT: Arena Check-in day Staff Appreciation Activities Funding of Teacher "Wish lists" Computer Lab Volunteers Library Volunteers Room Parent Coordinators & Volunteers Dance Chaperones