Thursday HMF Update
Upcoming Field Trips
Our field trip coordinator, Nina Chantalat, updated me that several of the grade levels have confirmed their fall field trips.
- Kindergarten – (unconfirmed) – Tentative November 4th (details to follow)
- First/Second – Still working on details
- Third Grade – History Park – November 7th
- Fourth/Fifth – Mission San Juan Bautista – October 9th
Look out for parent volunteer sign-ups for these events to be posted in Konstella.
Girls on the Run – Parent Volunteers Needed
Girls on the Run is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to join our coaching team! We need 1 or 2 new coaches to help ensure the success of our spring program, which empowers girls in our community to become stronger, more confident, and resilient. I have attached more information on GOT for interested parents.
No running experience is necessary—just a desire to make a positive impact in these girls' lives! The season runs for 10 weeks, from early March to mid-May, with sessions held twice a week after school from 3:15-4:45 PM.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Hammer parent and coach David Friedlander at dfriedlander@alum.vassar.edu
Read-A-Thon
Tomorrow marks the official kickoff of our annual Read-A-Thon! We’re looking for avid readers and supportive parents and community members to help us reach our fundraising goal of $30,000. To start things off, the Kona Ice Truck will be visiting on Friday, August 30.
If we hit our target, Mr. Bingham will dye his beard pink! Let’s make it happen!
You need more info? Check out this LINK to earn all about the Read-A-Thon!
Luna Park Chalk Art Festival - Parent Artists Needed
- When: Saturday, September 21
- Time: 10 AM - 5 PM
- Where: Backesto Park, 551 N 13th St, San Jose, CA 95112
San Jose’s Annual Chalk Art Festival is just around the corner, and everyone is welcome to attend! HMS has reserved two sidewalk squares—one for a formal design and another for free doodles by the kids. This off-campus event does not require SJUSD volunteer approval.
Parent Artists Needed: We’re looking for 2 parent volunteers to collaborate on a PEACE-themed design for one of the squares. Volunteers would need to arrive early to sketch out the design, which our students will then help color in.
Sign-ups HERE
Scholastic Book Fair
Tomorrow is the final day of our Book Fair! If you haven’t had a chance to visit or need more information, check out the link below.
Link to more Book Fair info HERE
Hammer Logo Clothing Sales Pre-Orders
Feel that morning chill? It’s almost time to break out those California winter clothes!
Due to last year’s successful pre-order sales and popular demand, we’re offering two HMS apparel designs in hoodies and pullovers, as well as a new long-sleeve "classic" shirt for pre-order this year.
Please note that these items are pre-order only—they are not in stock and will not be delivered immediately. Orders will be placed after the pre-order window closes on Friday, 9/20, with expected delivery to classrooms in mid-October.
Link for registered Konstella Members HERE
Link for all others HERE
Volunteering
We need your help! If you’re thinking about volunteering, now is the time to start. Your TB test is valid for 5 years, so it will cover you until your youngest moves to middle school. Get your TB test or risk assessment done ASAP, so you can submit it and begin the fingerprinting process.
To become a parent volunteer for HMS or school-related events, click HERE to start the process through SJUSD. I’ve done it myself, and it’s a straightforward process that will allow you to be more engaged with the school.
Back to School Night
It was wonderful to see so many new and familiar faces at Back to School Night! If you attended, you might have noticed a few technical glitches with the PowerPoint. For those interested, here’s a link to view the presentation:
Thank You for Your Support!
We truly appreciate your involvement with the Hammer Montessori Foundation and look forward to a fantastic year ahead. To review the minutes from our most recent meeting, please visit our website through this LINK.
Warm Regards,
Kristen Vlietstra
Vice President
Hammer Montessori Foundation
hammer.montessori.foundation@gmail.com