Thursday HMF Update
Raffle Basket Ticket Sales
Starting next week, pre-sale tickets for our annual Trunk or Treat themed baskets will be available. Ticket sales will occur Monday through Friday, 8:40 AM to 9:00 AM (look for Kristen V), and during pick-up on Mondays (look for Ulkar A), Wednesdays, and Fridays (look for Alicia V). Tickets are $1 each or $20 for 25 tickets. The presale will be cashless, with a code for easy payment. Winners will be announced on 10/26/24 around 2:45 PM.
Raffle Basket Sign Ups – Basket Items Due October 22nd
The last day to contribute items for the classroom raffle baskets is Tuesday, 10/22. Each classroom has a themed basket, and families can order or contribute items for their child's class. Contributions are welcome beyond what is on the sign-up list! All proceeds support the HMF 2024-2025 budget.
You should have received a link to your child’s classroom theme and items can be sent to the classroom with your student for collection on October 23rd. Your generous participation is appreciated!
Sign Up to Decorate Your Own Car Trunk or Table
Join us on Saturday, 10/26/24, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, for HMF's Annual Trunk or Treat, Harvest Festival in the Hammer Faculty/Staff Parking Lot. Decorate your car trunk or a table to give away treats. Setup starts at 12:15 PM, and raffle ticket sales will be from 1:00 PM to 2:40 PM, with winners announced at 2:45 PM. No pets allowed. We hope to see you there!
Activities and Highlights
- Car & Table Decorations: Show off your Halloween spirit by decorating your car's trunk or a table.
- Trick-or-Treating: Kids can collect treats from decorated trunks and tables throughout the parking lot.
- Raffle Baskets: Win themed baskets filled with fun items for kids and families.
- Pumpkin Patch: Perfect for autumn photo ops!
- Games: Enjoy fun outdoor games for all ages.
If you haven’t signed up for a trunk or table please do so HERE
Help Us Make a Difference: Your Financial Support is Crucial
The Hammer Montessori Foundation (HMF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit raising funds for programs that enrich our school community. Our goal is to raise $35,000 by December 20, 2024, to fund activities like the Starting Arts Program, field trips, assemblies, teacher development, and more. We suggest a donation of $250 per child, but any amount is appreciated. Donations can be made through Konstella, by check or cash at school events, or dropped off at the school’s office. Many employers also offer matching programs—be sure to ask!
You can donate to the Annual Appeal HERE
Family Climate Survey
We invite all parents/guardians, students, and staff to participate in the SJUSD Climate Survey. Your feedback helps us build a positive school climate and enhance the learning environment. The survey link was sent through ParentSquare on October 14. Each family is limited to one submission based on their experience with their youngest child's school. Thank you for your input!
Coat Drive with Girl Scout Troop 60433
Support our third-grade Brownie Girl Scouts in their effort to collect warm coats for those in need. Donations of coats and warm layers will be accepted from October 13 to November 1 in the blue bin at the Hammer/Galarza office. Please ensure donated items are clean and in good condition. Monetary donations can be made online, where every $1 warms one person. Thank you for helping us share warmth this season!
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to seeing you at these events!
For more information click HERE
Thank You for Your Support!
We truly appreciate your involvement with the Hammer Montessori Foundation and look forward to a fantastic year ahead.
Click HERE to check out our most recent meeting minutes.
Kristen Vlietstra
Vice President
Hammer Montessori Foudation
hammer.montessori.foundation@gmail.com