Hardy Weekly Round-Up

Week of September 22, 2024

School news, events, and volunteer opportunities, published weekly by the Hardy PTO. Visit the Hardy PTO website to sign up for PTO emails, access the student directory, and learn more about our programs.

Direct Donation Drive Update

We Need You!

The 2024-2025 Direct Donation Drive launched on September 13th. This fundraising drive is the primary source of funds for important programs like field trips, enrichment assemblies, teacher stipends, back-sto-school supplies, and more. The PTO plans to spend the equivalent of $145 per student this year--please consider donating this amount for each of your Hardy students, but donations in any amount help!

Aside from financial goals, each year we set a goal for participation by Hardy families. As of September 22, 33 out of our target of 200 families have donated. If you have not yet given, you can donate easily online to help us get our participation numbers up!

Details on ways to donate are available on the Fundraising page of the Hardy PTO website.

Questions? Contact PTO Treasurer Julia Twarog at treasurer@hardypto.com or PTO VP of Fundraising Ashlin Bolton at fundraising@hardypto.com.

Coming Up

Saturday, September 28:

Arlington Education Fundraiser: Wicked Bagel (continues through Sunday September 29)
APS LGBTQIA + Rainbow Task Force Back-to-School Gathering

Sunday, September 29:

Try Lacrosse Clinic by Arlington Youth Lacrosse

Wednesday, October 2:National Custodian's Day

Thursday, October 3:No School: Rosh Hashanah

Friday, October 4:

Saturday, October 5: Harvest Fest + Bike Rodeo

Sunday, October 6:Hardy PTO Wicked Bagel Fundraiser - Pre-order bagels online for a portion of the sales price to be donated to the Hardy PTO

Tuesday, October 8: School Picture Day - Volunteers needed (CORI required).

National Hispanic Heritage Month - September 15 - October 15

PTO News

Hardy Harvest Fest!

Saturday October 5, 12:30-3:30pm

Join us for one of the most fun events of the fall--choose a pumpkin or chrysantehmum, snack on cider and fresh donuts from Wilson's farm, participate in a craft activity and generally hang out with other Hardy familes, all while supporting the PTO. Volunteers still needed!

The Bike Rodeo (information below) will be happening at the same time on the Chandler Street playground.

Hardy Bike Rodeo

Saturday October 5, 12:30-3:30pm

Hardy's Safe Routes to School Committee presents the second annual Hardy Husky Bike Rodeo! A bike rodeo is a fun way to teach children about the rules of the road while practicing safe bicycling. Children should bring their own bikes and helmets, and must wear closed toed shoes.

RSVP to participate or to volunteer!

School Picture Day 2024

Picture Day is right around the corner, on Tuesday October 8th. Retake day is Thursday December 5th if you are unhappy with your child's photo, or your child was absent.

For detailed information about picture day and the ordering process, please visit the Picture Day page of the PTO website.

Coming Soon: Hardy Spiritwear!

The Hardy Spiritwear store will be up and running soon, with the same designs and items as last year, plus more like hats and Pride themed shirts. Be on the lookout for a home flyer and email from the PTO with details on how to order!

Photo of a student wearing Hardy Spiritwear

GET INVOLVED!

Caregiver Coffee: Sign up to host Caregiver Coffee here. The next one is Friday, October 4th, and we're looking for Kindergarten hosts!
Treat Train Volunteers and Donations: Each month a different grade level delivers treats to staff and teachers on the first Friday of the month. Volunteers can donate food and beverages, or deliver the goodies on the day of! Sign up for your child(ren)'s grade level here (as it is a year-long list, this may require clicking through to the second page of opportunities). October is hosted by 4th grade!
Harvest Fest & Bike Rodeo Volunteers: Sign up to help out at Harvest Fest here and help sell donuts, pumpkins, mums and delicious apple cider or support at the craft table or bike rodeo. And sign your child up to participate in the Bike Rodeo here.
Back to School Night - Food and Drink Donations for Teachers and Staff : Our Hardy Teachers and Staff have a LONG day on Curriculum night. Please consider donating some canned or bottled drinks, fruit, or desserts. Use this link to sign up and donate.
5th Grade Bake Sale @ Elections Tuesday, November 5th: 5th Grade students and caregivers will host a bake sale during the Presidential Election on Tuesday, November 5th (no school!). 5th Graders raise funds for the extra activities they enjoy during their last year at Hardy. To help out please consider donating a baked item or candy bars or help them out on the day to help them fund the fun! Sign up here.

Getting involved in the PTO is a great way to help improve your child’s experience at Hardy and to meet other caregivers in your neighborhood. Visit our Volunteer and Events pages (updated regularly) for opportunities to help out with upcoming PTO events.

PTO Fundraising

Donate to Hardy PTO

We appreciate donations to our PTO at any time. Every amount helps! Your donations directly fund the many PTO programs that support and enrich our Hardy School community, and are tax-deductible. Donate here!

Box Tops

Get the Box Tops app and scan receipts with your phone's camera to raise money for Hardy PTO. Learn more and get the app!

Mabel's Labels

Order customized labels and other products, and 20% of your purchase goes to Hardy PTO. Visit the site and search for “Hardy Elementary Arlington” to select our program, then shop for products.

Connect

Visit the Hardy PTO Website

Visit the Hardy PTO website to sign up for PTO emails, access the student directory, check the calendar, learn more about our programs and events, and find out how you can get involved.

Find Us on Facebook

Join the Hardy School Arlington private Facebook group (free login required) for news, updates, and discussion with other Hardy caregivers.

Get updates and reminders from the Hardy PTO via Instagram.

Get the Membership Toolkit App

Download the Membership Toolkit app for streamlined access to the Hardy Student Directory and other PTO info on your mobile device. Visit the App Store, Google Play, or search for "Membership Toolkit" wherever you download apps!

Share With Us

Have a school-related or community announcement that would be of interest to the Hardy community? Please contact newsletter@hardypto.com.

SUBJECT: Hardy Weekly Round-Up - Week of September 22, 2024