Giving at WHMS
There are so many ways you can help support the mission of the Woodland Hill Montessori School Annual Fund. Because tuition covers only part of the cost of running the school we must rely on the generosity of the community to help sustain our rich learning environment.
Many parents like to know in advance what fundraisers you may be asked to participate in during the upcoming school year. We wanted to make you aware of the many and varied opportunities and appeals that you may be presented with. Some of these benefit the school, some benefit the students (Annual Fund), some benefit the parent (hot lunches), and some benefit the community (American Heart Association’s Jump Rope for Heart event).
These opportunities are coordinated by the school, by the Friends of WHMS, and by the students. Some of these programs and fundraisers are major giving opportunities, and some are as simple as sending your used printer cartridges in to the school, but all add up to make a big difference for our students. Please review the list below, and consider how your family may be able to participate.
APPEALS
Each year families and friends of WHMS are asked to make a donation to the school to be used for supplemental expenditures in the current year that are not covered by tuition. In the past, the annual fund has been used to pay for a Steinway piano, playground equipment, swim classes, classroom furniture, and other items from the teachers’ wish lists. Every contribution to the Annual Fund is important no matter what the size, because it is an expression of your support. Every gift counts and every gift is truly appreciated. The donations are also tax-deductible!
EVENTS
Our Annual Gala, Carnevale, is scheduled for Friday, April 20, 2012 at Franklin Plaza in downtown Troy. It is not to be missed! This fun social occasion features great food and music, and includes both a silent and a live auction. The ticket price is approximately $80 per ticket, and additional opportunities to participate include joining the honorary committee membership, and corporate sponsorship.
RECYCLING FUNDRAISERS
Funding Factory – Donate your used printer cartridges and cell phones to WHMS, and we’ll receive a check from the Funding Factory.
American Clothing Recycling – Bring your gently-used clothing and shoes to the blue clothing bin in the parking lot.
AFFILIATE PROGRAMS [“NO-EFFORT” FUNDRAISERS]
Target – Take Charge of Education – Target will donate up to 1% of your REDcard purchases to WHMS. This year, we have received $277 from Target.
Hannaford Supermarkets – Hannaford Helps Schools. Collect eligible “School Dollar” slips from Hannaford and send them into WHMS by December.
Price Chopper – Tools For Schools - You can help us earn new school supplies and sports equipment by using your AdvantEdge Card when you shop at Price Chopper. The program runs from August through December. Enroll
your card at www.pricechopper.com.
FRIENDS OF WHMS’ PROGRAMS
Pizza Lunch – One of the largest fundraisers for the Friends, you are able to order pizza for your child every Friday.
School Supply Drive – Bring in an extra notebook or backpack for the school supply drive. The supplies are then donated locally to benefit needy families.
For Small Hands – Fall 2011. WHMS will earn a credit from orders purchased through the For Small Hands, a Montessori services company. Their specialty has always been to provide real, childsize tools to enable young children to have successful experiences learning how to care for themselves and their environment.
Book Fair – October 2011. The Scholastic Book Fair is returning to WHMS after a three-year absence. The Book Fair will run for a week during school and during the Fall Family Fun Day.
Artsonia – 2011-2012. An exciting web-based art museum for children, this site has many benefits which will enhance our art program. Students will be able to share their artwork with family members and friends. You may also order keepsakes personalized with your child’s artwork .
ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL FUNDRAISERS
Middle School lunches – The Middle School students offer hot lunches for sale four times this year. They are responsible for the planning, preparation and delivery. (October 13, December 15, February 9, and April 19)
Middle School Coffee Houses – Every other month, the Middle School transforms into a Coffee House that is open to students and parents. (September 22, November 17, Thursday, January 19, Thursday, March 15, and Thursday, May 24)
Middle School Food Drive – In November, the Middle School students collected and delivered food for ConsernsU, a local food pantry.
Winter Greens Sale – Middle School students will again be selling wreaths, candle rings and centerpieces.
Valentine’s Day Fundraiser – Personalized, hand-made Valentine’s will be available for sale by the MS students.
Grandparents’ Day flowers – The Middle School students sell corsages to the students to give to their grandparents and special friends.
OTHER
2011/2012 Yearbook – WHMS Yearbooks, put together by the Yearbook club and its advisors, provide a record of your child’s year at WHMS, and will be cherished a source of memories forever. They can be purchased beginning in January. Families will also be given an opportunity to place an advertisement in the yearbook.
Scholastic Book Orders – Your child’s teacher may send home book order forms, which allow you to purchase soft cover books at a discount.
WHMS Charitable Efforts for Others:
American Heart Association’s Jump Rope for Heart – Spring 2012
If you have any questions about fundraising opportunities or would like to serve as a volunteer, please contact:
Moira Rienzo
WHMS Director of Development
2835400 ext. 32
moira@woodlandhill.org
Jennifer Krygowski WHMS Board Member and Chair of the Development Committee
JenniferKrygowski@nycap.rr.com
