Thursday HMF Update
Annual Appeal: Let's Reach Our Goal Together!
Current Status: $6,950 of $35,000 raised
Thank you to everyone who has already contributed! Your donations are helping us get closer to our goal, but we still have a ways to go. Contributions through Benevity, matching donations, and check donations will be updated next week. Every dollar counts, and your support is essential for the programs and experiences our students love.
Why Your Support Matters
Hammer Montessori is a public elementary school that does not receive funding for specialized Montessori materials, field trips, teacher development, special assemblies, and arts programs. These activities greatly enrich your child’s school experience but rely solely on community funding.
How You Can Help
- Donate: Our goal is $250 per child, but any amount helps! Donate HERE via Konstella or drop off a donation at the school office or any school event.
- Volunteer: Your time is invaluable! To get involved, please email hammer.montessori.foundation@gmail.com.
With your support, we can fund:
- Starting Arts Program: Weekly dance, drama, and music classes
- In-School Assemblies: Interactive experiences with animals, cultural performances, and more
- Teacher Development: Professional opportunities for our Montessori faculty
- Classroom & Playground Resources: Montessori materials, recess equipment, and garden space
- School Events: Walk-A-Thon, Fall Festival, Winter Bazaar, and more!
Thank You! Your generosity and involvement are what make these opportunities possible.
Winter Bazaar: Volunteers Needed!
Mark your calendar for the Winter Bazaar on Thursday, December 6, from 6 PM to 8 PM. It’s a fantastic chance to support our school while celebrating the season!
Kids Craft Sale
Hammer Montessori students are invited to showcase and sell their crafts at the event. All items must be made by the students.
Bake Sale Table
We need family donations of baked goods, either store-bought or homemade. Please label items clearly (nut-free, dairy-free, vegan, etc.), and drop them off by 5 PM on the day of the event.
Volunteer Opportunities: We need extra hands to make the Winter Bazaar a success! Check out the committee sign-uppage on Konstella to get involved.
To set up a craft table to sell your items signup HERE
Principal’s Coffee
Join us for Principal’s Coffee with guest speaker Mary Eschen, a parent education coach specializing in Parenting with Logic. Mary will share tips on supporting our children in meaningful ways. Don't miss this chance to enhance your parenting skills and connect with other parents.
More Information: Parenting Decoded
Climate Survey Update & Free Dress Day
Thanks to the amazing participation from our community, Hammer Montessori is leading the district in Climate Survey responses! With 100% staff, 100% student, and 83% parent participation, we surpassed our goal. To celebrate, students will have a Free Dress Day on Friday, November 8.
Thank you all for your continued support and engagement with Hammer Montessori! Let’s work together to make this a wonderful year for our students.
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