What is the PTO?

PTO stands for "Parent Teacher Organization". Our mission is to bring families and staff together to enhance and enrich educational opportunities for all children. By working together we provide our school with funds, programs, resources, & services that will benefit every child at Hemlock Creek Elementary.

Who is the PTO?

Every Hemlock Creek parent, staff member, and teacher are automatically a member of our PTO. We encourage every PTO member to become involved as much or as little as they are able.

When are the meetings?

We typically meet the first Tuesday of the month and do our best to keep the meetings short and concise! This year we are alternating locations between Hemlock Creek Elementary and Brickhouse Craft Burgers & Brews. You do not have to attend meetings but are always welcome to join! The 2023-2024 meeting dates are:

Tuesday, September 12th @ 6:30 pm - Brickhouse Craft Burgers & Brews (upstairs)
Tuesday, October 3rd @ 6:30 pm - Hemlock Creek Elementary library
Tuesday, November 7th @ 6:30 pm - Brickhouse Craft Burgers & Brews (upstairs)
Tuesday, January 2nd @ 6:30 pm - Hemlock Creek Elementary library
Tuesday, February 6th @ 6:30 pm - Brickhouse Craft Burgers & Brews (upstairs)
Tuesday, March 5th @ 6:30 pm - Hemlock Creek Elementary library
Tuesday, April 2nd @ 6:30 pm - Brickhouse Craft Burgers & Brews (upstairs)

Childcare is provided when meetings are held at Hemlock Creek.

What does PTO do?

Through fundraising and volunteering, Hemlock Creek PTO...

Provides enrichment opportunities to students with guest authors, artists, and performers
Supplements field trip costs to keep fees affordable for families
Coordinates school book fairs
Makes sure our teachers feel supported and appreciated through meals, treats, and extra classroom money
Provides extra supplies and equipment that is not covered by the school's budget
Provides students with a birthday book each year
Offers services to families like the School Supply Kits and Apparel Sales
Supports the 4th grade end of the year celebration
Purchases supplies for STEAM, Literacy, and Math Nights
Provides transportation to the WDPHS so students are able to watch district plays and musicals
Purchases both indoor and outdoor recess equipment
Supports the PBIS program by providing funds for activities and prizes

And so much more!