Thursday HMF Update
Arts Teacher Needed
On November 8, 2022, California voters approved Proposition 28: The Arts and Music in Schools (AMS) Funding Guarantee and Accountability Act. This initiative mandates the creation of a new, ongoing program to support arts education in schools, beginning in the 2023-24 academic year.
Link to PROP 28
However, the demand for accredited arts teachers to meet the needs outlined by this measure was underestimated. Currently, the Hammer Montessori Foundation (HMF) has partnered with Starting Arts to bridge the gap between Prop 28 funding and the level of arts education we aspire to offer at Hammer.
We are reaching out to our community for help. If you know of any accredited teachers who might be interested in a part-time arts teaching position, please encourage them to contact our principal, Mr. Bingham, at sbingham@sjusd.org.
For more information, click HERE
Hammer Logo Clothing Sales
We’ve heard through the grapevine that you’re wondering when your orders will arrive, so here’s a quick update:
- Order today (Thursday):Your order will be delivered to your youngest child’s class tomorrow (Friday).
- Order tomorrow (Friday) or Monday-Thursday next week:Your order will be sent home next Friday.
- Teachers will ensure your order makes it into your child’s backpack.
- New item alert! Add a keychain to your apparel order for just $1.
- Looking for a zip-up jacket or hoodie but can’t find your size? Pre-orders for these items will begin towards the end of September.
- What does this mean? You’ll pay for items ahead of time, and after the pre-orders close, we’ll place the order with our local screen print shop. Expect delivery approximately 4-6 weeks after the pre-order, likely arriving early to mid-November, considering the Fall break.
Link to purchase HERE
Volunteering
We need your help! If you’re considering volunteering, start the process now. Your TB test is valid for 5 years, so if you have younger students, it will cover you until they move to middle school. Get your TB test or risk assessment done right away so you can submit it to start the fingerprinting process. To become a parent volunteer for HMF or school-related events, click HERE to start the process through SJUSD. I’ve done it myself, and it’s a manageable process that allows you to be more engaged with the school.
Back to School Night
Please mark your calendar for August 27th, 2024, which is Back to School Night! This is a valuable opportunity to meet your child(ren)’s teacher(s) and learn about their classroom plans for the year.
To accommodate families with multiple children, there will be two sessions available. Please note that children are not permitted to attend this event, and childcare will not be provided. We encourage you to arrange for childcare in advance so you can make the most of this informative evening.
We look forward to seeing you there!
More info on Back to School Night HERE
Thank You for Your Support!
We appreciate your involvement with the Hammer Montessori Foundation and look forward to a fantastic year ahead. If you would like to review the minutes from our most recent meeting you can do so on our website through this LINK.
Warm regards,
Kristen Vlietstra
Vice President
Hammer Montessori Foundation
hammer.montessori.foundation@gmail.com