Glenview PTA
| "Just can't hide that Glenview pride!" |
Our Mission
The mission of the Glenview PTA is to support students and teachers through the
enrichment of academics; promote a safe and clean learning environment; and welcome,
respect, and engage all families in the school community.
The mission of the Glenview PTA is to support students and teachers through the
enrichment of academics; promote a safe and clean learning environment; and welcome,
respect, and engage all families in the school community.
What does the Glenview PTA do?
Some of you may be wondering: "What is the PTA, and why should I become a member?"
The PTA raises funds in order to provide valuable services to Glenview's students, parents,
and teachers. We hope this website answers some questions for you, and that each of you
continues to be involved in our school community and PTA.
Some of you may be wondering: "What is the PTA, and why should I become a member?"
The PTA raises funds in order to provide valuable services to Glenview's students, parents,
and teachers. We hope this website answers some questions for you, and that each of you
continues to be involved in our school community and PTA.
How can I get involved?
Strong parental involvement is one of the things that make Glenview Elementary such a
special place. As a member of the PTA, you can have a positive impact on your child's
education. There are so many ways to become involved that even the busiest of parents can
participate. Click the Get Involved link to find out how.
Strong parental involvement is one of the things that make Glenview Elementary such a
special place. As a member of the PTA, you can have a positive impact on your child's
education. There are so many ways to become involved that even the busiest of parents can
participate. Click the Get Involved link to find out how.
Here are some examples of what Glenview PTA funds have supported:
 | Staff, materials, and cataloging for the school library. | |
| Annual Science Fairs, Spelling Bees, and Read-a-Thons. | |
| After-school enrichment classes, including scholarships for Art, Math and Science | |
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| OTHER LINKS Glenview Elementary School Website Glenview PTA Yahoo! Group Oakland Unified School District |
4th Grade Musical
Friday, May 16, 7:00 p.m. -Auditorium
Come see an original musical performed by Glenview's 4th grade students! It's a
collaboration between 4th grade teacher Linda Morgan, and instrumental music teacher
Alison Streich.
Multicultural Potluck and Instrumental Music Recital
Thursday, May 22,
Potluck: 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - Cafeteria
Music Recital: 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - Auditorium
Come bring your favorite cultural dish to share. Catch up with friend, eat, and enjoy the end
of the school Year. Please email glenviewpta@yahoo.com to let us know what you're
bringing. We will also be doing the PTA elections. Music recital immediately following in the
auditorium. Everyone is invited. Adults must supervise their own children during the concert.
School Closed for Memorial Day - Friday, May 23 - Monday, May 26
School re-opens on Tuesday, May 27
2008 - 2009 Incoming Kindergarten Classroom Visit
Wednesday, May 28, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Glenview Open House
Friday, May 30, 12:30-1:40pm (grades 3-5) and 1:45-2:45pm (grades K-2)
Come and talk to teachers. Check out what your talented and bright kids are doing in school!
Final PTA Board Meeting
Tuesday, June 3, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - teacher's lunchroom
All are welcome. Babysitting provided (sorry, dinner not provided).
Last SSC meeting of the year
Tuesday, June 3, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - Library
6:15 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Kindergarten Celebration of the Arts
Friday, June 6, 6:30 p.m. - Auditorium
Come see what your child has been working on during the school year...acting, signing, and
dancing.
5th grade promotion
Wednesday, June 11, 10:00 a.m. - Auditorium
Kindergarten promotion
Thursday, June 12, 10:00 a.m. - Auditorium
auditorium
June 12 is the last day of school!
Friday, May 16, 7:00 p.m. -Auditorium
Come see an original musical performed by Glenview's 4th grade students! It's a
collaboration between 4th grade teacher Linda Morgan, and instrumental music teacher
Alison Streich.
Multicultural Potluck and Instrumental Music Recital
Thursday, May 22,
Potluck: 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - Cafeteria
Music Recital: 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - Auditorium
Come bring your favorite cultural dish to share. Catch up with friend, eat, and enjoy the end
of the school Year. Please email glenviewpta@yahoo.com to let us know what you're
bringing. We will also be doing the PTA elections. Music recital immediately following in the
auditorium. Everyone is invited. Adults must supervise their own children during the concert.
School Closed for Memorial Day - Friday, May 23 - Monday, May 26
School re-opens on Tuesday, May 27
2008 - 2009 Incoming Kindergarten Classroom Visit
Wednesday, May 28, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Glenview Open House
Friday, May 30, 12:30-1:40pm (grades 3-5) and 1:45-2:45pm (grades K-2)
Come and talk to teachers. Check out what your talented and bright kids are doing in school!
Final PTA Board Meeting
Tuesday, June 3, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - teacher's lunchroom
All are welcome. Babysitting provided (sorry, dinner not provided).
Last SSC meeting of the year
Tuesday, June 3, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - Library
6:15 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Kindergarten Celebration of the Arts
Friday, June 6, 6:30 p.m. - Auditorium
Come see what your child has been working on during the school year...acting, signing, and
dancing.
5th grade promotion
Wednesday, June 11, 10:00 a.m. - Auditorium
Kindergarten promotion
Thursday, June 12, 10:00 a.m. - Auditorium
auditorium
June 12 is the last day of school!
Welcome to the Glenview Elementary School PTA!
Upcoming Events
Glenview Read-a-Thon
The Montclarion, March 21, 2008
Staff writer Martin Snapp covers the Glenview Read-a-Thon.
Glenview Students Learn to Recycle
The Montclarion, February 29, 2008
Staff writer Katy Murphy's article appeared on the front page of the Montclarion.
The Montclarion, March 21, 2008
Staff writer Martin Snapp covers the Glenview Read-a-Thon.
Glenview Students Learn to Recycle
The Montclarion, February 29, 2008
Staff writer Katy Murphy's article appeared on the front page of the Montclarion.
Glenview Elementary in the News!
Help Make a Difference
Help fund landscaping, field trips, arts and science programs, the library, and more. Our
basic PTA budget operates at about $110 per student, but we welcome contributions at
every level, so give what you can. Together, we can take Glenview, and our children, to the
next level of achievement. Please donate today!
Help fund landscaping, field trips, arts and science programs, the library, and more. Our
basic PTA budget operates at about $110 per student, but we welcome contributions at
every level, so give what you can. Together, we can take Glenview, and our children, to the
next level of achievement. Please donate today!
1st Annual Glenview Giving Campaign
Special Announcements
Glenview teams at the Odyssey of the Mind State Tournament
Both Glenview teams did very well and earned trophies and medals. Congratulations to all
the students and coaches for their very hard work! The Road Rally team will advance to the
World Finals May 31-June 3 at the University of Maryland.
Click here for more information.
Help the Road Rally team go to the World Tournament!
Our goal is to send our Road Rally vehicle and props, seven team members and two
coaches to the Odyssey of the Mind 2008 World Finals in College Park, Maryland. Costs per
person for flight, lodging and meals will be $1178. We also need $600 for the team to ship
our equipment to the event. The team will be writing grants, requesting personal donations,
conducting car washes and food sales in the next six weeks to raise $12,000. Tax-
deductible checks can be made out to Glenview PTA, and earmarked for Odyssey of the
Mind Road Rally. Thanks for your support!
Glenview Green Team Events
You may have noticed the three new recycling/composting stations located in the cafeteria
and upper and lower front yards. Thanks to the Green Team, kids are learning to recycle
while saving the school money. Click here to read an article from the Montclarion about
Glenview's new student recycling program. Glenview's Green Team's Goals are:
- The Road Rally team (coaches Ana Demorest & Teri Gruenwald) - placed 1st
- The Eccentrics team (coaches Tracey Lewis & Wendy Murphy) - placed 3rd
Both Glenview teams did very well and earned trophies and medals. Congratulations to all
the students and coaches for their very hard work! The Road Rally team will advance to the
World Finals May 31-June 3 at the University of Maryland.
Click here for more information.
Help the Road Rally team go to the World Tournament!
Our goal is to send our Road Rally vehicle and props, seven team members and two
coaches to the Odyssey of the Mind 2008 World Finals in College Park, Maryland. Costs per
person for flight, lodging and meals will be $1178. We also need $600 for the team to ship
our equipment to the event. The team will be writing grants, requesting personal donations,
conducting car washes and food sales in the next six weeks to raise $12,000. Tax-
deductible checks can be made out to Glenview PTA, and earmarked for Odyssey of the
Mind Road Rally. Thanks for your support!
Glenview Green Team Events
You may have noticed the three new recycling/composting stations located in the cafeteria
and upper and lower front yards. Thanks to the Green Team, kids are learning to recycle
while saving the school money. Click here to read an article from the Montclarion about
Glenview's new student recycling program. Glenview's Green Team's Goals are:
- to establish a school-wide, eco-friendly recycling and composting program
- to raise awareness and educate about reducing waste and increasing re-usable
resources - reevaluation of Glenview's current garbage needs and implementation of
composting services to save Glenview elementary thousands of dollars annually.