The Hillview PTO works with independent vendors to offer a wide range of engaging after-school programs (ASPs). From language arts to athletics to technology, the programs allow students to explore new interests and challenges. The success of each program is dependent on participation from the Hillview community; ASPs can only be offered if the minimum participation numbers are reached. Scholarships can be arranged by the PTO for qualifying students.  Please contact the Hillview ASP Coordinator for more information.

Hillview ASP Coordinator

Tara Carranza Chapman - afterschoolprograms@hillviewpto.org

2022 - 2023

 Our program providers are offering a variety of after school options for this school year. Most of our after school programs will be offered through Homeroom our ASP registration and management site.  Where registration is directly through the provider's site and not on Homeroom, it will be linked below.

The Spring season of after school classes begin the week of April 17th and end June 8th. Any exceptions will be noted on registration page. Please continue to check back as additional classes may be added. 

Course Descriptions:

Starfire Education - Python  https://www.starfireed.com

This is a hands-on, project-based class where kids learn to code with Python by solving programming challenges. This class is for students in grade 6-8 who have some experience coding with visual languages and want to learn Python to build games and apps.

Register: https://starfireed.secure.force.com/ClassRegistration/

Starfire Education - Intro to Video Game Design (Scratch)  https://www.starfireed.com

Young gamers learn the basics of game designing and story-boarding in Scratch Students will create characters, stories, and a basic playable video game on the Scratch interface. Prior knowledge of Scratch is helpful, and the students will learn the basics of Scratch in class if need be.

Registraiton: https://starfireed.secure.force.com/ClassRegistration/

Omega Teaching  - Writer’s Workshop http://www.omegateaching.com

Writing Workouts feature short, in-class exercises designed to complement Hillview’s class work.  Seminars will be highly interactive and fun. Students will participate and practice the common criteria needed to write well in any genre: Voice, Audience, Structure and Editing (VASE).

The class is offered either Wednesday or Thursday with a minimum of 4 students, maximum of 10. Students will have the opportunity to review, discuss and present their writing, including writing for school assignments. No homework.  Join at any time.  Drop-in fees and scholarships available. If you join after the session has started, please contact Omega directly to arrange payments. 

Registration:  https://www.homeroom.com/sites/hillview-middle-school-menlo-park

Peninsula Fly Fishing Club  - Introduction to Fly Fishing and Casting https://www.peninsulaflyfishers.org/

In this class, students will be introduced to the basics of fly fishing for the beginner. The course is designed to simplify the sport of fly fishing and focus on what’s most important to get started. The course will cover general fishing vs fly fishing, fly fishing equipment, knot tying, fly casting physics, hands-on casting lessons, lifecycle of salmonids, trout behavior, insect entomology, fly tying and California fish conservation. Class fee includes an entry level fly fishing rod, reel, line, and case for each student!

Registration:  https://www.homeroom.com/sites/hillview-middle-school-menlo-park

J Ace J Music  http://www.jacejmusic.com/

* Acoustic Guitar 1:  This is a fun class for kids to learn how to play acoustic guitar.  Kids will learn about song structure, music theory, strumming, picking, tuning, rhythm and group interaction.  This class is for all skill levels  

Registration:  hhttps://www.homeroom.com/sites/hillview-middle-school-menlo-park

* Acoustic Guitar 2:  This is a fun class for kids to learn how to play acoustic guitar.  Kids will learn about song structure, music theory, strumming, picking, tuning, rhythm and group interaction.   This class is for the following:  students who were in my Guitar I class at Hillview last year, and other students with at least 1 year of experience playing the guitar.  

Registration:  https://www.homeroom.com/sites/hillview-middle-school-menlo-park

Burning Gear Robotics - VEX Robotics

At VEX Robotics, we envision a world where every student has the opportunity to be inspired by the excitement of hands-on, minds-on STEM learning and the feeling of creating something with technology. Beyond science and engineering principles, VEX encourages creativity, teamwork, leadership, and problem solving among groups. It allows students of all types to engage and inspire the STEM problem solvers of tomorrow! We help your kids to discover their passion, let it lead them onto the STEM path. Our 11-week semester courses are perfect for kids to explore one field and see if they like the subject or not. If kid is dedicated, and has already discovered their passion in robotics, our competition program is where they belong. Meet new friends who share the same passion and let us help their robotics dream come true.

Registration:  https://www.homeroom.com/sites/hillview-middle-school-menlo-park

Starfire Education - Electrical Engineering  https://www.starfireed.com

This is a hands-on, project-based class. Kids learn how electricity works and how it is used in the real world. Kids engage in project-based learning activities where they explore static electricity, voltage, resistance, circuits, batteries

Students learn to think like 21st century mathematicians, scientists, engineers, programmers, design thinkers, and artists. Your child will learn-by-doing, through discovery, and by solving interesting, challenging, hands-on problems with professional coaching from fun & inspiring STEAM professionals. Starfire class sizes are small; our student-to-teacher ratio never exceeds eight-to-one. We are so excited to welcome your child to our STEAM learning community! Registration: https://starfireed.secure.force.com/ClassRegistration/

DF_Knights Chess - Chess https://www.dfknights.com

The Fall chess lessons are for 6th to 8th graders.  These complex chess classes have been made simple, yet Instructable for those eager to expand their chess knowledge with an emphasis on confidence-boosting activities.  From beginners up to master level. 10 years of chess teaching experience.

Registration:  https://www.homeroom.com/sites/hillview-middle-school-menlo-park

Please note:
The after school programs listed on the Hillview School website are organized and run by vendors that are unaffiliated with Hillview or the Menlo Park City School District. Hillview is not responsible for the content of the vendors' websites or for the conduct of the activities they provide and is not liable for any damages or negative consequences from participation in any of the listed activities.  Although parent volunteers strive to keep the information on this website up-to-date, parents should always contact the vendor for the latest status of the activities as well as meeting dates and times, which may change from time to time. In addition, Hillview Middle School is not responsible for supervising children after the end of the school day. 

Parents should make their own arrangements for ensuring their children’s arrival and participation in the activity or activities for which they are enrolled.

Employees and volunteers of Hillview, Hillview PTO, and the Menlo Park City School District are not liable for any errors, omissions, or changes to any of the information or activities listed herein.