For the past several years, CMS has sent 6th graders to an outdoor school for 3 to 4 days where they learn leadership, teamwork and science through hands-on activities. This has historically been funded by a state grant, but that grant is no longer available, so we are working to raise the funds to continue to support this valuable experience for our students!

When will this fundraiser take place? 

We have several events planned:

• An online silent auction 11/26 - 12/6

• Monetary donations through PayPal

Where can we go to support the fundraiser?

• Donate items for the silent auction or bid on items at the silent auction! More info will come soon

• After conference week, you will hear more about Square 1, where you can order t-shirts, mugs, totes and more with your child’s artwork on it!

Who are we? The PTO consists of parents, teachers, and staff dedicated to maintaining the high quality of the Chief Umtuch experience. If you are a member of the Battle Ground community, you are a welcome to join us. The purpose of the PTO is to support and enhance the educational programs at Chief and to strengthen the relationship between home and school. The PTO is responsible for strategic planning, communications, coordination of enrichment programs, fundraising, and developing community ties.

Our Vison Statement: Building bridges of trust while sustaining community connections between parents and teachers on behalf of Chief Umtuch Students.

When do we meet? Meetings are held typically on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 5:30 p.m. in the Chief library. It is open to the general public.

Our mission as a PTO: To encourage the educational climate of Chief Umtuch Middle School by building student morale, by strengthening communication ties between parents and teachers, and by encouraging the cooperative development of the CMS family for the betterment of students, families and the community overall.