Our Programs

28+ programs funded and coordinated by the Hirsch PTA, enriching students in arts, academics, athletics, and culture.

Arts
Music for Minors II

Weekly 30-minute music classes for TK–2nd grade students, bringing live music instruction directly into the classroom through trained volunteers.

Arts
F.A.M.E. Program

Fine Arts & Music Education — an integrated program enriching students through visual arts, performing arts, and hands-on creative experiences.

Arts
Reflections

The National PTA Reflections art competition invites students to create original works in visual arts, literature, music, photography, film, and dance around an annual theme.

Arts
Talent Show

An annual showcase where Hirsch students perform original acts — singing, dancing, magic, comedy, and more — in front of their families and peers.

Arts
Fall Concert & Spring Program

Students take the stage twice a year — the festive Fall Concert and the end-of-year Spring Program celebrate music and performance across every grade.

Academic
Educational Assemblies

PTA-funded guest speakers and performers bring curriculum-aligned, engaging presentations on science, history, social-emotional learning, and more.

Academic
Debate Club

Students develop critical thinking, public speaking, and research skills through structured debate practice and friendly interschool competitions.

Academic
Chess Club

Students learn strategy, focus, and sportsmanship over the board — building toward a school-wide championship where Hirsch's top players face off.

Academic
Robotics Club

Student teams design, build, and program LEGO robots for FIRST LEGO League competitions — hands-on engineering, coding, and teamwork.

Academic
Math Kangaroo

An international math competition held each spring — students tackle playful, puzzle-style problems that reward creative reasoning over memorization.

Academic
Math Olympiad

A series of monthly problem-solving contests through the school year — students train together and build the confidence to take on challenging, multi-step problems.

Academic
Noetic Math

A national math contest held each fall and spring — creative problems that stretch students beyond the standard curriculum and celebrate perseverance.

Academic
Field Trips

The PTA helps fund grade-level field trips throughout the year, keeping hands-on learning beyond the classroom accessible for every Hirsch student.

Academic
Raz-Kids & Classroom Books

Reading resources for every level — Raz-Kids digital reading subscriptions for early readers and book sets for intermediate grades.

Academic
Library & Author Visits

PTA funding adds new books to the Hirsch library every year — and when the opportunity arises, the Book Break program brings published authors to campus.

Academic
Block H Awards

Year-end recognition awards celebrating students who excel across the school year — from attendance and homework completion to participation in extracurriculars.

Academic
Scholarships

Merit-based scholarships recognizing academic achievement and community service — the PTA awarded two $500 scholarships to graduating Bulldogs in 2025.

Athletics
Basketball Program

Intramural basketball for Hirsch students, emphasizing teamwork, sportsmanship, and physical fitness in a fun and inclusive environment.

Athletics
Soccer Program

Soccer for Hirsch students of all skill levels — building footwork, fitness, and team spirit in a supportive, beginner-friendly environment.

Athletics
Field Day

An end-of-year celebration of fitness and fun — students compete in relay races, obstacle courses, and team games on Hirsch's field.

Athletics
Red Ribbon Week

A national awareness campaign where students pledge to live drug-free lives, featuring fun themed dress days, assemblies, and classroom activities.

Community
Harvest Festival

A beloved fall tradition with games, food, music, and community fun. Families come together to celebrate the season and support Hirsch.

Community
Multicultural Week

Celebrating Hirsch's rich diversity — students, families, and staff share food, music, dance, and stories from cultures around the world.

Community
Thanksgiving Luncheon

A special Thanksgiving meal bringing students, teachers, and families together for a warm community celebration before the holiday break.

Community
Giving Tree

A winter tradition of generosity — the Hirsch community comes together during the holiday season to share with those in need.

Community
Community Garden

Students plant, tend, and harvest in Hirsch's community garden — hands-on lessons in science, nutrition, and where food comes from.

Community
Family Movie Nights

Outdoor movie screenings on the school blacktop — bring a blanket, grab some snacks, and enjoy a film with the whole Hirsch community.

Community
Teacher Appreciation Week

A week dedicated to showing our amazing Hirsch teachers and staff how much they're valued — with treats, lunches, and heartfelt thank-yous.

Help Make These Programs Happen

Every program is run by parent volunteers. Whether you have an hour or a full semester, there's a role for you at Hirsch.