5 to Thrive
Volunteerism is a major goal of our 5toThrive Annual Campaign. Parent volunteers are critical to the success of the Hawthorne Seminar Foundation, as well as Hawthorne Elementary School. We hope you will consider giving generously of your time.
Below is a list of Foundation and PTA events and programs that are only possible with the help of parent volunteers. Descriptions are provided, along with information on how to get involved. Check our SignUp Genius page for links to larger events. If you need further assistance, please contact the Foundation President.
Fall Events
Fall KickStart Drive
Major fundraiser to start off the year to help pay for enrichment programs. Promotional help and coordination needed. Contact Foundation President.
Family Picnic
Potluck picnic held at local park. Help needed setting up and cleaning up. Contact Foundation Communications Board Member.
Family Science/Game Night
Evening event in school auditorium. Contact Foundation Communications Board Member.
PTA Halloween Carnival
Haunted houses, cotton candy, bounce house, crafts, art show… it’s serious fun. Contact PTA president.
PTA Turkey Trot Jog-a-Thon
Largest PTA fundraiser of the year. Parents needed to collect donation pledges, set-up and clean-up, and more. Contact PTA president
Spring Events
Spring Fling
Largest fundraiser of the year. Dinner and silent auction at a restaurant or catering hall. Childcare for Hawthorne Seminar students and school-aged siblings provided off-site by Mrs. Smith. Volunteers needed to obtain donations for auction, set-up and clean-up, ticket sales, make centerpieces, and more. Contact Foundation Vice President.
Board Elections
Board positions elected for next school year including President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Hospitality. Contact current Foundation President.
Year-Round Opportunities
Classroom Parent
Help your child’s teacher to communicate and coordinate needs for the classroom throughout the year. Contact the PTA President.
Field Trip Drivers
Drivers needed with Class D license. Contact your child’s teacher for ongoing trips.
Parent Presentation
Share your skills, passion, or profession with the students! Contact your child’s classroom teacher.
Communications
Help keep our website updated, post current events to Facebook and Instagram, and send out newsletters. Contact Foundation Communications Board Member.
Sell Merch
Sell Apparel at school as well as some events. Explore online sales opportunities.
Art Project Assistance
Have a flare for art? Contact your child’s teacher to offer your skills to assist with various projects.
Serve on the Board
Elections held in May for the next school year: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Communications. Contact current Foundation President.
School Site Council
Help our school principal budget and oversee federal funding and other programs. Contact school principal.
GATE DAC Representative
Represent Hawthorne at the GATE District Advisory Council Meetings. Contact school principal.