What is the PTSA?

OUR MISSION
MLC’s PTSA supports a diverse community of students, teachers, and families by:

• Promoting MLC’s legacy of alternative education as a pathway towards personal, academic, and creative success; 
• Engaging volunteers to enrich MLC’s school environment and programs; 
• Providing financial aid for experiential learning opportunities; 
• Sponsoring events that encourage cross-age interaction and foster community;
• Assisting with the material needs of our teachers and staff.

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We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit and a part of the Oregon PTA. A copy of our standing rules is available here. 

True to our name, all parents*, teachers, and students are invited to attend and contribute to our meetings. We meet on the second Wednesday of each month (September through June) at 6:00 pm in the MLC library. Membership with MLC PTSA is required for voting but not required for attendance. PTSA membership is only $12. (Click here to join and search for MLC under the Local Unit button.) Dinner and childcare are provided for all meetings.
*Parents include caregivers, guardians, friends, and community members present for any MLC student.

MEETING SCHEDULE FOR THE 2024-25 SCHOOL YEAR: 
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 @ 6:00 PM / Agenda & Minutes
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 @ 6:00PM / Agenda & Minutes
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 @ 6:00 PM / Agenda & Minutes
Wednesday, December 11, 2024 @ 6:00 PM / Agenda & Minutes
Wednesday, January 8, 2025 @ 6:00 PM / Agenda & Minutes
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 @ 6:00 PM / Agenda & Minutes
Wednesday, March 12, 2025 @ 6:00 PM / Agenda & Minutes
Wednesday, April 9, 2025 @ 6:00 PM / Agenda & Minutes
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 @ 6:00 PM / Agenda & Minutes
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 @ 6:00 PM / Agenda & Minutes

Where does the money go?

The MLC PTSA is committed to building a vibrant learning community by funding experiences that benefit the most students.  Our commitment to equity remains and no student will ever be excluded from an activity due to their family's ability to pay.

​What we're asking of MLC families to be mindful that there are students at MLC of modest means. When paying for your own student's field trip or class expenses, consider giving a little bit more to assist another family.

The MLC community is enormously generous and we thank you for your commitment to all of our students! 

How does the PTSA raise money?

The PTSA raises funds several ways. See below how you can help support our fundraising:

• Monthly contributions from our community
• Merchandise such as our tumblers, hats, stickers, totes and magnets
• Thorns and Timbers parking events  (volunteer here)
• And our largest fundraiser, the annual auction
• Bottle Drop: Donate your refundable cans and bottles in MLC blue bags ​

Don't forget, your donation to the MLC PTSA is tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law! Our tax ID# is: 93-1026405

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MEETINGS ARCHIVE

2023-2024
Tuesday, September 5, 2023 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, October 3, 2023 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, November 7, 2023 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, December 5, 2023 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, January 2, 2024 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, February 6, 2024 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, March 5, 2024 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, April 2, 2024 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, June 4, 2024 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes

2022-23
Tuesday, September 6, 2023 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, October 4, 2023 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, November 1, 2023 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, December 6, 2023 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, January 10, 2024 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, February 7, 2023 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, March 7, 2023 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, April 4, 2023 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, May 2, 2023 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes

2021-22
Tuesday, September 7, 2021 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, October 5, 2021 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, November 2, 2021 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday: December 7, 2021 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, January 4, 2022 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, February 1, 2022 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, March 1, 2022 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, April 5, 2022 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, May 3, 2022 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes
Tuesday, June 7, 2022 @ 6:30 PM Agenda & Minutes