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About Our PTO

The Milwaukie El Puente Elementary Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a nonprofit led by parent volunteers who work together to support the education and well-being of our students. We build connections among families, teachers, staff, and our broader community to help make our school a welcoming place for everyone.

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If you have a child at Milwaukie El Puente Elementary, you are part of our school community—and we want you to feel at home here.

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Our Vision

We envision a welcoming, connected school community where every family feels included, every voice is valued, and every student and family has the support they need to thrive.

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Our Values

Inclusion
We welcome and encourage participation from all families and community members.

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Equity
We work to create opportunities and provide resources that help every student succeed.

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Community
We strengthen relationships among families, educators, staff, and our school.

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Collaboration
We work together to support students, staff, and school initiatives.

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Service
We share our time, talents, and resources to make a positive difference in the Milwaukie El Puente community.

Volunteer With Us

There are many ways to get involved! Whether it’s lending a helping hand in the classroom, joining us at a PTO Meeting, helping us orchestrate an event, or supporting from home with your virtual talents. Any amount of time shows your child that their education and our community matters.

Step 1

First time volunteering for us or not in the HelpCounter system yet? Please complete the NCSD application and background check by clicking below.

 

Processing can take a few weeks, so please plan ahead.

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Step 2

To help equip your skillset for being on campus and working with our kids, watch the NCSD Volunteer Training Video by clicking below.

Step 3

Once your application has been approved by NCSD, you can look for upcoming volunteer opportunities using HelpCounter.

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HelpCounter is the school's volunteer software used to manage events, post volunteer opportunities and record volunteer hours.​

Events & Programs

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​​Want to get involved, share your ideas, or broaden the scope of what the PTO can offer our community? 
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We are always in need of dedicated parents who want to get involved. Please reach out to Volunteers@MilwaukieElPuentePTO.org with ways you'd like to contribute.

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Business & Community Sponsors

Make an impact by partnering with PTO. We love working with our local businesses!

 

If you own or work for a business that would be interested in sponsoring one of our PTO events or fundraisers or if you would like to make an in-kind donation for raffles or prizes, partner with your PTO today by email Fundraising@MilwaukieElPuentePTO.org

 

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Attend Our Next Event

Always Accepting Donations​

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All donations directly support our Milwaukie El Puente school community, including community events, teacher grants, field trips, and classroom supplies for our students and teachers.

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Your donation is tax deductible

(Tax ID# 82-3187786)

Treat Your Teacher

Our team has put together a "Meet Your Teacher" for when the time comes you want to show your appreciation for all the support they provide students. Click the button below to find your teacher and exactly what would make them smile and feel special.

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