💙💛 HMF THURSDAY UPDATE: OUR ANNUAL APPEAL IS HERE!
New Campus. New Opportunities. Same Amazing Hammer!
Happy Thursday, Hammer families!
This week marks the kickoff of one of the most important fundraising efforts of our school year — the 2026–2027 Hammer Montessori Foundation Annual Appeal!
As we continue settling into our new campus, we're incredibly proud of everything our Hammer community has accomplished. Now we're asking our families to come together once again to help us continue providing the exceptional Montessori education and school experiences that make Hammer so special.
————————————————————
💙💛 2026–2027 HMF ANNUAL APPEAL — LET'S MAKE THIS OUR BEST CHAPTER YET!
OUR ANNUAL APPEAL IS OFFICIALLY UNDERWAY!
Every year, the Hammer Montessori Foundation asks our families to contribute directly toward the programs, materials, enrichment opportunities, and community traditions that make Hammer more than just a school.
Our suggested donation this year is $250 per student.
We know that every family's circumstances are different, and we want to emphasize that EVERY contribution matters.
Whether your family can contribute $5 a month, $50, $250, or $500, your generosity helps us continue investing in our students.
No gift is too small, and participation at any level is genuinely appreciated!
👉 READ OUR ANNUAL APPEAL & DONATE HERE:
————————————————————
🌟 WHERE DOES YOUR DONATION GO?
Hammer is a public Montessori school, but the district's funding primarily covers basic operational needs.
HMF bridges the gap between what public funding provides and the exceptional educational experience we want for every Hammer student.
Your Annual Appeal donation helps fund:
🚌 EXPLORE & DISCOVER!
Field trip admission and transportation for all students, along with exciting in-school assemblies that bring learning to life.
🎨 CREATE & GROW!
Specialized Montessori materials, classroom supplies, and professional development that supports our teachers and our Montessori philosophy.
🌳 PLAY & THRIVE!
Playground and recess equipment, outdoor improvements, and additional trees to create more natural shade on our new campus.
🎃 CONNECT & CELEBRATE!
The community traditions our children love, including our recent Fall Festival, upcoming Winter Bazaar, Walk-A-Thon, and other opportunities to bring Hammer families together.
📚 SUPPORT EVERY CLASSROOM!
Dedicated classroom funds that allow teachers the flexibility to purchase materials and resources based on their students' needs.
These are the experiences and resources that help make Hammer a 10/10 school — and they depend on the generosity of our families.
————————————————————
💙 WHY AN ANNUAL APPEAL INSTEAD OF MORE FUNDRAISERS?
One of the things we value at HMF is keeping fundraising straightforward for our families.
We don't want our students going door-to-door selling products, or our parents spending hours managing orders, inventory, and deliveries.
Those fundraisers take enormous amounts of work, and often a significant portion of the money raised never makes it back to the school.
Instead, we ask our families to give directly.
When you donate through Konstella, 100% of your donation, less a nominal processing fee, goes directly toward benefiting the Hammer community.
No selling. No inventory. More for Hammer!
And don't forget to check whether your employer offers matching donations. Your contribution could go twice as far!
HMF is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and eligible contributions are tax-deductible.
————————————————————
🏫 A NEW CAMPUS, NEW OPPORTUNITIES & A BIG THANK YOU!
This has been a year of tremendous change for Hammer.
The Schools of Tomorrow process, our move to a new campus, and all the adjustments that came with it required patience, flexibility, and trust from our entire community.
We want to sincerely thank our Hammer families for their patience, resilience, and continued belief in our school and in HMF's commitment to keeping Hammer a 10/10 school.
We're also excited that SJUSD is helping replace important resources we left behind at our former campus, including:
💧 A new filtered water station to replace the hydration stations at our previous campus.
🖥️ Upgraded portable touchscreen smart boards, giving teachers greater flexibility than the fixed boards we previously had.
💙 Expanded smart board access, with our Resource Specialist Program (RSP) teacher included in the purchase — putting us ahead of where we were at our old campus!
These district-funded improvements are wonderful additions to our new home.
And with your support, HMF can continue funding the enrichment, materials, outdoor enhancements, and experiences that take our students' education even further.
————————————————————
🙌 HOW CAN YOUR FAMILY PARTICIPATE?
1. Make a donation. Our suggested contribution is $250 per student, but any amount is welcome and appreciated.
2. Check for employer matching. Many employers will match charitable contributions, allowing your gift to have an even greater impact.
3. Spread the word! Talk to other Hammer families about what HMF funds and why the Annual Appeal is so important.
4. Give in the way that works for you. Konstella is our preferred donation method, but we also accept cash or checks through HMF board members or the school front office.
👉 DONATE TO THE 2026–2027 ANNUAL APPEAL
Our campus may be new, but our commitment remains the same: an exceptional public Montessori education where every child can learn, explore, grow, and thrive.
Thank you for helping us make that possible! 💙💛
————————————————————
🥫❤️ COMING SOON: HAMMER FOOD & SUPPLIES DRIVE
As we head toward the holiday season, we also want to make sure we're looking out for the families within our own Hammer community.
With the rising costs of groceries and everyday essentials, we know that many families are feeling increased financial pressure.
Soon, we'll be launching the Hammer Montessori School Food & Supplies Drive, collecting nonperishable foods, pantry staples, household necessities, and personal care items.
These donations will be made available to members of our Hammer community who could use a little extra support.
Our goal is simple: Hammer families helping Hammer families.
Please keep an eye out for upcoming Konstella announcements with details about what we'll be collecting, where to donate, and how you can help.
Whether you're able to contribute one item or a bag full of supplies, every donation will help us care for one another this holiday season. ❤️
————————————————————
👕 HAMMER SPIRIT WEAR — SHIRTS AVAILABLE!
Need a few more Hammer shirts for the school week?
Our official Hammer Montessori spirit wear is available in youth and adult sizes, and Hammer shirts are approved uniform wear!
Orders are processed weekly and delivered directly to your student's classroom.
👉 SHOP HAMMER SPIRIT WEAR HERE
Show your Hammer pride while supporting our school! 💙💛
————————————————————
📅 IMPORTANT DATES
• November 6 — School Site Council Meeting, 8:00 AM (All are invited!)
• November 11 — Veterans Day (NO SCHOOL)
• November 13 — Hammer's Got Talent, 6:00–8:00 PM
• November 18 — Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day
• November 24 — Spirit Day: Silly Hair Day
• December 4 — Picture Retake Day
• December 10 — Hammer Winter Bazaar, 6:00–8:00 PM
• December 14–18 — Spirit Week
————————————————————
💙💛 LET'S MAKE THIS OUR BEST CHAPTER YET!
As President of HMF, one of the things I am most proud of is the commitment our families continue to show to Hammer.
We've navigated a tremendous amount of change together, and through it all, our community has remained strong.
Our Annual Appeal is about more than raising money. It's about making a collective investment in the education, opportunities, and experiences we want for every child at Hammer.
When families contribute what they can, we're able to do extraordinary things together.
Thank you for trusting HMF, supporting our school, and believing in what makes Hammer such a special place.
Please consider making your Annual Appeal contribution today. Every gift helps us keep Hammer a 10/10 school!
HAMMER STRONG — WE'RE BETTER TOGETHER! 💙💛