PTO eNews - January 23rd 2023
Mills Typical Week Instructional Schedule
The Mills High School PTO would like to wish our community a very prosperous New Year.

Counselor Connection
Scheduling Courses for 2023-34

Over the next few weeks, school counselors will be teaching 9th to 11th grade students about graduation and college requirements, as well as help them register for next year's courses. In February/March, students will meet individually with their counselor to review and finalize course requests. Parents are encouraged to review their students' course requests together, which are due by Feb. 20th.

Free Learning for All Students
If your student is struggling with classes, we have a number of free tutoring services available to students. These include our Flex time tutoring on Wednesdays and Fridays, our afterschool tutoring program (in the library) and the online Tutor.com (accessed through Canvas).  

Please reach out to your student’s academic counselor for more information.

Annual Fund vs. PTO Membership Fee

The PTO asks families to pay both a PTO membership fee, and donate funds to the Annual Fund.  People have asked - what's the difference between the two?  This graphic shows the primary differences
Community Corner


Ivy Math

Is Your Child On Track in Math?
IvyMath is providing all Mills High School families with a free online math tutoring session and an in-depth parent conference to discuss your child's strengths and weaknesses and how they compare to grade level.
 
IvyMath will also create a custom learning plan that maps out the exact areas your child should be focusing on in math. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions, and understand what your child needs to feel confident and stay on track in math this year.
 
The IvyMath tutoring session, parent conference, and learning plan are free for all Mills High School families. Popular times fill up, so please register quickly! Signup now at: IvyMath.com/Boost


“Erratum: In regards to this post last week about Ivy Math, the Mills PTO would like to remind our families and guardians that this is not a free service, nor is it sponsored or endorsed by the Mills PTO, Mills High School, or the San Mateo Union High School District.”

Millbrae Recreation Center: Winter Classes

Millbrae Recreation has many toddler, youth, teen, adult, and senior classes and programs running this Winter! Check in on our registration website to find all program offerings that run from January - March.
Find more information about these programs, additional classes, and register at: https://secure.rec1.com/CA/millbrae-ca/catalog
Millbrae Lunar New Year Festival - January 29th 2023

2023 is a year of the Rabbit, starting from January
22nd, 2023 and ending on February 9th, 2024. The sign of
Rabbit is a symbol of longevity, peace, and prosperity in Chinese
culture. 2023 is predicted to be a year of hope.
The Lunar New Year celebration is one of the most important festivals
celebrated across Asian countries as well as the Asian diaspora, and
festivities can last up to two weeks. Millbrae Cultural Committee (MCC) is
proudly to present the 4 th Annual Lunar New Year Festival and
celebration from 10 am to 5 pm at 300-400 blocks of the Broadway
street in Millbrae on January 29 th , 2023, Sunday. This tribute to Chinese,
Korean, and Vietnamese cultures will be back with a multicultural food
vendors, different cultural performers, firecrackers, Lions Dancing, marching band,
and many more other actvities.
Our focus is to invigorate economic vitality and bring awareness to our
Millbrae business district. And, to share this the most populate Asian
culture within Millbrae community and the great Bay Area communities.
Remember the date, January 29, 2023, from 10 am to 5 pm, at 300-400
blocks of the Broadway street in Millbrae. Bring your family friends and
celebrate with us.
400 Murchison Drive
Millbrae, CA 94030
Phone: 650.558.2599
Fax: 650.558.2552
https://www.millshspto.org/