So much transformation is happening at the school at this time. I always find that something happens within students over winter break and they tend to return to school seemingly more mature than when they left just 2 weeks previously. January also brings about the beginning of the 2nd semester for the school year and, while many of the systems and structures in the classroom remains the same, the learning tends to shift into the next chapter for that grade level, and more emphasis is on preparing for the next grade level. Our school building itself will have undergone many changes, with 5 classrooms and the office being moved to new permanent or temporary spaces and the new wing of the building being completed.
My hope is that each person in our community has the time to reflect on the year behind us. To experience some personal growth that will give us the energy and enthusiasm to continue to strive to be our best selves for families, our communities, and our children.
Happy holiday and new year to you and yours!
Continue reading the Machado Messenger here to learn about staff updates, 3rd, 4th and 5th Grade testing and ideas on decluttering...
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12/10 PFC Meeting Minutes
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Meeting minutes and presentation slides from the last PFC meeting can be found here. We hope to see you at the next meeting, which will take place on Tuesday, February 11, 2020. |
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As the construction is making progress, it’s time to move our office and FIVE classrooms. Starting December 19th (at noon), we can start moving into our new office space, with the classrooms following after school.
We need as much help as possible on December 19th and 20th. If you can help in any way, even for a few hours, please fill out our volunteer form here.
To make this go easier on the staff, we’d like to do a potluck lunch for the teachers on the 19th and 20th. If you can, please sign up to bring an item here.
Thank you! We know this is a busy time of year and the staff really appreciates our community coming out to support them in this exciting, hectic time.
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Kindergarten Service Learning Project
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Ms. Martinez holds an annual bake sale for Project Blanket, which distributes sleeping bags to homeless people and migrant workers. As part of this, students discussed giving and caring for others who have less. The bake sale, which took place on Saturday 12/14, was a huge success raising over $1000. Thank you to everyone who came out and supported our kindergarten teacher for this great cause.
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Ends Thursday 12/19
This is the last week to donate toys for the annual toy drive. Please donate new unwrapped item for children (age 0-17) by Thursday, December 19. Thank you!
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Hear Why Donors Are Giving This Holiday Season
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Thank you to the 212 AMAZING donors who have given so far to the Annual Giving Campaign! We’re deeply grateful for the generosity bestowed on HMCRA from our families and the wider community. Friends, relatives, and Castro neighbors have all pitched in to support our school, and some shared why they gave to HMCRA.
“We are very impressed with the strong sense of community, focus on social justice, and commitment to excellence for ALL kids at the school.” —Matt R., Castro neighbor and SFUSD principal
“The HMCRA community demonstrates the best of what one could hope for in nurturing the full development of each student’s potential, and deserves the extra financial support needed to carry out the school’s many worthy endeavors.” —Sandy S., grandparent of a 3rd grader.
Together, we’ve raised $187K so far—83% of our $225K goal! Join our special community of supporters and make a difference at HMCRA this holiday season. Visit harveymilksf.com to make a year-end, tax-deductible gift before the Annual Giving Campaign ends on December 31.
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Breakfast Around the World Registration
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The winter/spring session of Breakfast Around the World, The Breakfast Project's before-school culinary arts enrichment program offered through the YMCA, is open to all Harvey Milk students!
Each week, students prepare a traditional breakfast from a new country, then share a meal together with a special staff guest. There are a few spots open for interested students who are able to arrive at school by 8:00am once a week. (Students do not need to be currently enrolled in morning care to join.) Learn more about the program here, check out photos of student chefs in action here, and start the registration process here. |
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SFUSD Application Deadline
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ATTENTION ALL 5th GRADE FAMILIES:
Important reminder that the last day to apply to San Francisco's Public Elementary and Middle Schools is January 17, 2020
The application form was sent home to all SFUSD students, but you can pick up one at the office if you need a replacement. Applications MUST be turned in to Ms. Antonae or at 555 Franklin Street, Suite 100 or at one of Satellite Collection schools on or before January 17th. For more info see SFUSD Key Dates.
If you have an incoming (sibling) Kindergarten student you MUST apply by January 17th, 2019 and can follow the same directions as above. Applications can be turned in to Ms. Antonae or at 555 Franklin Street, Suite 100 or at one of the Satellite Collection schools.
If you have any questions please ask Ms. Antonae or go to SFUSD's website.
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Need care over winter break? Mission YMCA we be hosting winter break camp with fun field trips and activities planned each day! More information can be found here.
New Years Eve overnight! The Mission YMCA will also be hosting a new years eve overnight pajama party. Please see here for details.
A Special Message from the YMCA:
In the spirit of giving, we would like to recognize that we have families in need that do not have access to childcare for the holiday break. As a branch we are trying to raise money to send 5 HMCRA students to camp for free. If you have the capacity to donate please click the link below.
If you are unable to donate, please help us spread the word! Thank you!
http://www.ymcasf.org/donate?kwofrid=IW2EA86
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Only a couple of weeks left to order cards through our Minted fundraiser (order by 12/31)! Use our code FUNDRAISEHMCRA to receive 20% off your order and donate 15% back to HMCRA!
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Broadway Night Out
Last Chance to purchase tickets!
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Extended until Friday 12/20
The Spongebob Musical
Sunday, February 16, 2020 6:30pm
Golden Gate Theater, 1 Taylor Street, San Francisco
Mezzanine tickets are $47 ($10 from each ticket goes back to HMCRA)
Tickets are $96 if purchased through BroadwaySF - a $49 discount!
Recommended for all ages. No children under 5 allowed.
For more info and to purchase tickets click here.
The next Broadway Night Out fundraiser will be the hit show Mean Girls, on July 30, 2020. Very limited tickets are available. Purchase tickets to SpongeBob the Musical to be placed on the priority list for Mean Girls!
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This is the last newsletter of 2019! Happy Holidays to all and see you on Monday, January 6, 2020!
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UPCOMING EVENTS
- 12/16-12/18, Nature Bridge 4/5 grade
- Tue. 12/17, SSC meeting CANCELLED
- Thur. 12/19, Last day to bring in gifts for the toy drive
- Fri. 12/20, Half Day - School ends at 12:30 - NO YMCA AFTER CARE
- 12/23-1/3, WINTER BREAK
- Tue. 12/31, Last day of the Annual Giving Campaign
- Mon. 1/6/20 - First Day of Spring Semester
Download December's Event Calendar here.
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