OUR MISSION
Who We Are
The parents, alumni, and staff behind HHSF.
Hillsdale named a “School of Opportunity”
The National Education Policy Center out of the University of Colorado has named Hillsdale a “School of Opportunity”, the first in California to earn the gold level and one of 8 schools to be so recognized across the country this year. The Washington Post, September 2016.
The Hillsdale High School Foundation is a nonprofit organization that raises funds to sustain Small Learning Communities at Hillsdale. The organization consists of an Executive Director and thirteen active board members, plus ad-hoc committees. The HHSF Board of Directors consists of parents, former parents, faculty, staff and alumni. See how you can get involved.
Meet the Board
Jeff Gilbert
Lead Principal
Priscilla Nues
President
Matt Tague
Vice President
Elite Yuen
Secretary
Natalia Ortega
Treasurer
Don Leydig
Chair of Alumni Committee
Ryan Almstead
Board Member
Naomi Atkins
Board Member
Mercy Dominquez
Board Member
Janna Omeara
Board Member
Nereyda Salinas
Board Member
Grace Whipkey
Board Member
Rhonda Wilmurt
Finance & Operations
Meet the Executive Director

Amy Michael joined the Foundation in May 2025 and became Executive Director in October 2025. She is a proud Hillsdale parent, and she and her husband, Bryan, have two Knights – Charlie (Class of 2023) and Judy (Class of 2027).
She has loved volunteering for her children’s schools over the years and most recently joined the Hillsdale Foundation Board in 2025. As Executive Director, she is committed to advancing the Foundation’s mission to support Small Learning Communities where its unique and special House system helps every student feel known, connected, and challenged. She looks forward to partnering with Hillsdale families, staff, and alumni to sustain and grow that impact for every student.
Foundation History
Founded in April 2007, the Hillsdale High School Foundation serves as the school’s primary fundraising entity. The HHSF kicked off its fundraising efforts with an event honoring Homer Zugelder and Rich Mazzoncini, two respected and admired Hillsdale coaches. In 2009, district budget cuts endangered Small Learning Communities. HHSF now focuses its fundraising campaigns to insure that SLCs continue to thrive for Hillsdale students.
Quick Facts
Did you know?
$3.5M+
Given by HHSF to Hillsdale High School to date.
Contact Us
execdirector@hillsdalehsfoundation.org
alumni@hillsdalehsfoundation.org
7 41st Ave. Suite 232
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 558-2618
Join us in supporting this great school
Every gift, in any amount, keeps Small Learning Communities strong for the next Hillsdale student.
