The foundation that raises funds for Mountain View's high school govern has set its sights high this year: $675,000 a preserve fundraising goal with nearly every dollar going to the govern's college counseling services for students.
New and existing programs that support students' preparation for college will acquire all of the money raised by the Mountain View-Los Altos High School Foundation. These include increased funding for the college and career centers the district's new "Family Connections" college advising computer program plus payment of PSAT fees for all high school sophomores and juniors.
Long-term targets for the foundation consider raising funds to give lower class sizes in English and math and to expand tutorial centers.
The foundation was motivated to enhance college services in request to "back up our students prepare for college and journey through the complexity of the admissions affect," according to the organization's Web site.
Superintendent Barry Groves said the foundation's efforts are an indispensable part of the govern's success and its student achievement.
"Because of the funding provided by this organization we have smaller classes academic tutoring improved library services online find to class assignments and grades and an outstanding college and go center," Groves said. "In addition this year we are able to finance our initiative in helping students achieve success after graduation."
The foundation is seeking donations equaling $700 per student this year. Among other methods it collects donations through its annual phone-a-thon and through partnerships with companies providing matching funds.
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