Welcome to the home of the Mountain Lions.
Mary Putman Henck PTA
Our Parent-Teacher Association is dedicated to enriching the educational experience at MPH by fostering strong relationships between parents, teachers, and the community. We believe in the power of collaboration to support the academic and social development of our students, creating a vibrant and engaging learning environment.

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Show your Mountain Lion pride and support the MPH PTA! Shop the Spiritwear Preorder and grab your favorites before September 1st, and help support PTA programs while looking paws-itively spirited!


2026 Reflections
Art Program
Calling all MPH students to participate in our annual Reflections Art Competition. Create your own unique art that expresses this year’s theme “What My Culture Means to Me”. Embrace the arts and enter to win awesome prizes!
What does the MPH PTA do?
Our mission as the MPH PTA is to enhance the educational journey of every student at Mary Putnam Henck Intermediate School through:
Community Engagement
We strive to build a supportive, connected, and active parent community where families feel welcomed and encouraged to participate. By creating opportunities for connection, collaboration, and shared experiences, we strengthen relationships between families, teachers, and staff.
Fundraising
Through thoughtfully planned events, campaigns, and initiatives, we raise funds to support school programs, classroom needs, and enrichment opportunities. Every dollar raised goes directly toward enhancing the educational experience and providing valuable resources for our students and staff.
Advocacy
We represent the interests, needs, and voices of our students, families, and educators. By working collaboratively with school leadership and the district, we help ensure that decisions are made with our students’ well-being, growth, and success at the center.
Volunteer Opportunities & Support
We provide meaningful opportunities for parents and guardians to contribute their time, talents, and skills. Whether volunteering in running the PTA, helping at events, or supporting behind the scenes, to strengthen our school community.
School Spirit & Pride
We help build a strong sense of pride and belonging within our school. Through events, spiritwear, and celebrations, we encourage students, families, and staff to come together and celebrate what makes our school community special.
Teacher & Staff Appreciation
We value and celebrate the dedication of our teachers and school staff. Through appreciation events, recognition efforts, and ongoing support, we aim to foster a positive, encouraging environment where educators feel seen, valued, and supported.
About MPH Intermediate School
Mary Putnam Henck Intermediate School (MPH) in Lake Arrowhead, California, is named after Mary Putnam Henck, a trailblazing educator who was one of Los Angeles’ first female vice principals and Lake Arrowhead’s very first teacher. Her passion for education lives on at MPH, which is especially well known for its long-standing and celebrated music program within the Rim of the World Unified School District.
Located in the heart of the San Bernardino Mountains, MPH has proudly served our community since 1980. The goal of our school is to give students a good education in a safe and caring place where they are encouraged to grow personally, academically, and creatively.


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Ways to Get Involved with the PTA
Getting involved with the PTA can take many forms, and every level of participation matters. Your involvement makes a real and visible difference for our organization and the students at MPH.
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Become a member
Joining the PTA does not obligate you to volunteer or come to meetings. But your membership allows the PTA to function as a non-profit. And you’ll be in the loop about what’s happening at MPH and in the PTA.
02.
Donate
Every donation is greatly appreciated and directly funds programs and events at MPH. Gifts can come in many forms: maybe you have sports tickets we could auction off or a landscaping business that could help on campus.
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Volunteer
As a volunteer-run organization, volunteer time is one of our most valuable resources. Many tasks are a small time commitment and can be done outside school hours. Join a committee, chaperone, or help plan an event.
04.
Open doors
Can you connect the PTA to new supporters, potential sponsors, or additional resources? Can you help apply for grant opportunities or discover new sources of funding? Your connections can make a huge difference!
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Share your ideas
PTA is constantly searching for new ideas for programs and events or fundraisers. We need big-idea people who can take things in new directions with unique ways to support MPH and our students. We want to hear from you!
Event Calendar
Here you can check all of our upcoming events in case you would like to help as a volunteer or make a donation to help us make it a success.
Our Board
Meet the dedicated team behind the MPH PTA. Each member brings unique skills, experiences, and a shared passion for enhancing our school community. Get to know the faces working tirelessly to support our school’s mission, and find out how you can connect and collaborate with our leadership team.

Terry Gomes
Principal

Laura Roque
Assistant Principal

Erin Jones
PTA President

Jillian Schimpf
VP of Volunteers

Francie Augat
VP of Membership

Lauryl Lane
Secretary

Juli McDermott
Treasurer

Alison Berry
Auditor

Lisa Smith
Historian

Mary DeBruyn
Parliamentarian

Carrie Jackson
Teacher Representative

Kayla Peetz
Teacher Representative

Joy Kelley
Spiritwear, Campus Arts & Beautification Chair

Lisa Johnson
Fundraising Chair

Nyah Harris
Hospitality Chair

MPH PTA
Chair
JOIN US
We warmly invite you to become an active member of the Mary Putnam Henck Intermediate PTA.
We believe in the power of collaboration to support the academic and social development of our students. Your involvement makes a significant difference in the lives of our students and enhances our school’s programs and activities.
Joining is simple! Just visit the link and make your payment via Totem.
Download the official school calendar & bell schedule
IMPORTANT
Here you can check and download the current calendar for the 2026/2027 Rim of the World Unified School District school year as well as the MPH Bell Schedule.
Please note that Modified Minimum PLC Days have been moved to Mondays, starting Monday, August 17th, 2026, to Monday, May 3rd, 2027.
You can also find the calendar on the Rim of the World School District website.
These files were last updated in August 2026.
MPH School Calendar
MPH Bell Schedule
Stay in Touch
Your voice is important to us! Please contact the PTA to share questions, ideas, or feedback that helps support our school community.
