LAHS Parent Form

Connect With and Donate To LAHS / Parent Organizations

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¿Español?  Sino puede usar la forma en línea en inglés o no entiende la traducción de Google, por favor contactar Jose Salazar Mendoza,  jose.salazar@mvla.net.

Welcome To The 2023-2024 School Year

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By completing this form, parents will be able to: 
 
                       * Learn about, join, and connect with parent-supported organizations
                       * Donate to multiple LAHS organizations using one payment method
                       * Receive purchase confirmation immediately
                       * Receive tax receipt upon verification of payment
 
Thank you for supporting organizations at LAHS. 
4 Easy Steps:

Step 1:  Provide Family Data information.
 
Step 2: Make a pledge to MVLA High School Foundation. 

Step 3:  Join and donate to PTSA, Athletic & Instrumental Music Boosters,
and other organizations that rely on parent and community financial
support. 
 
Step 4:  Pay via Credit Card (*preferred*) -- organizations
will absorb the small, non-profit, processing fee.  If you must pay by
check (NOT preferred), please make payable to "LAHS PTSA".  A purchase
receipt will be emailed to you.

Please allow 5-7 minutes to complete this form
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Submit this form only once, each entry is as if you turned in a paper form. 
 
Questions? Contact Erin Hautop at lahsptsamemb@gmail.com.

Family Data Information

Parent or Member Information
IMPORTANT: Cell Phone is used ONLY by the PTSA for issues or questions relating to this form, it will never be shared.
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Student Information
 
Will be used for any issues matching families and payments.  
Additional Household Information
*Do any of your students at LAHS have parents/guardians residing at a different address? *
If so, please provide information for communication purposes and so they have the opportunity to join, or donate to, these organizations as well.
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Matching Donations
Matching donations available from employer or other organization: *
May we contact you with information on how to secure a matching donation from your employer? *

MVLA High School Foundation Pledge Amount

The MVLA Foundation raises funds for innovative academic programs and services which benefit all students in the MVLA High School District this year--including Chromebooks, smaller freshman class sizes, Tutorial Centers, College & Career Centers, Innovative Learning Grants, and more!
THIS IS A PLEDGE ONLY.  PLEASE VISIT MVLAFOUNDATION.ORG FOR PAYMENT OPTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS
(Detailed payment instructions will also be included in your email purchase receipt)
 
Suggested donation of $1250 per student, but any amount is appreciated.
For My MVLA Foundation Donation Pledge, I: *
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Any amount is appreciated and makes a difference!

PTSA - Parent, Teacher, Student Association

The PTSA brings together Parents, Teachers, and Students to support programs that enhance the educational experience for all LAHS students.
 
1. MembershipWe encourage all parents, teachers, and students to join PTSA to benefit the LAHS community.  We provide volunteer and financial support for the high school, and our collective voice is more powerful with a high number of PTSA members.
 
PTSA members will have access to an online student directory (using email address entered above)!
a. PTSA Membership *
b.  Type of Member: *
 
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2. Direct Ask Donation- The PTSA relies heavily on donations to support programs like STEAM Week, SCL Wellness Week, Writers' Week, Staff Appreciation, etc. to help enhance the learning experience at LAHS for students, teachers, and parents. We are ever grateful for your continued donations!

$150 per student is the recommended amount.
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Athletic Boosters

The Los Altos High School Athletic Boosters is a non-profit, volunteer organization which supports all athletic teams and student athletes of Los Altos High School. The Athletic Boosters raise money to bridge the large gap between funds provided by school district and what is necessary to run a top-performing sports program. Our donors include families, staff, and community members who are interested in sustaining and improving the athletic program of our high school. 
 
Athletic Boosters has partnered with NFHS Network to offer discounted annual passes to view live internet broadcasts of games on the football field and in the gym. Each NFHS Annual pass is a $69.99 value. Discount offered during the Back To School membership sign up only. NFHS Network info at https://nfhsnetwork.com/.  NFHS Network passes to be delivered via email before first game of the Fall sports season.
Athletic Booster Membership:
Allocate my Donation of $500 to: *
Please make sure the amounts you entered for your breakdown by sport add up to your total donation amount!

Instrumental Music Boosters

Instrumental Music Boosters is the sole parent/community source of funding for the instrumental music department and pays 95% of the department’s expenses, buying music, repairing equipment, purchasing new instruments, funding music clinicians and support staff, and providing student scholarships. Your donations through this form create the operating funds for the year, reducing the need for individual fundraising projects.
Direct Ask Donation: Donations of $350 or more will receive free family admission to all LAHS instrumental music concerts!  NOTE: Instrumental Music concerts may not have an admission charge in the 2023-2024 school year. The $350 level must be reached PRIOR to including any matching funds in order to receive a free family pass.

$350 is the recommended amount.

Visual and Performing Arts Donations

1. Choir:
Donations to the choir fund will be used toward uniforms, festivals, guest clinicians, transportation, and other performance needs.
2. Broken Box Theatre Company (Acting II):
Donations will be used for purchasing royalties and scripts for the season as well as costumes, props, make-up, set pieces, and lighting.
3. February Musical:
Donations for the musical support the combined efforts of dance, choir, drama and instrumental music to pay for royalties, scripts, music, costumes, sets, and publicity. 
4. Dance:
Donations to the dance fund will be used to provide dance shoes for those in financial need, and for live performance expenses, including costumes, set pieces, and lighting.
5. Visual Arts:
Funding provides a portion of the art supplies for Drawing, Painting, Photography, and Studio Art classes.

PE Self Defense Donations

Funding provides the addition of a self defense unit in PE. Unit covers the principles and skills of safety, peace of mind, courage, abundance, and confidence. Topics include safety, anti-bullying, assertiveness, respect and inclusion, self esteem, and self defense.

Robotics Program Donations

Donations to the robotics program help cover materials costs for the shop, competition fees, and the costs to build a new robot each year. Donations also help students travel with the team if they need financial assistance. 

Speech and Debate Donations

Speech and Debate is open to all students regardless of ability to pay.  Many participating families are able to pay, but scholarships support those who are not able to contribute.  Please help support the program!
Speech and Debate Donation:

Grad Night Donations

Please consider donating.  
The ticket price doesn't cover the full cost of Senior Grad night.  Additional donations help cover all the costs (buses to/from venue, food/drinks, music/dance floor, additional entertainment, photo booth, safety protocols). Thank you for helping give seniors a safe, sober, fun way to celebrate this huge milestone in their lives.  
Senior Grad Night Donation*:   (suggested donation $25)
* Note - this is a request for additional donations. Please see details regarding Grad night tickets in the Senior Section of the BTS Checklist or at the LAHS Webstore.
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Click on NEXT to complete payment, but once payment is done, this completes the Parent Form. Please return to the Checklist to find more information on LAHS web store items, senior items, ASB cards, Athletic Clearance, school pictures, and more. You can also view your email receipt for payment instructions and important back to school information after completing this form.