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OneFundraiser returns to Hope Valley Elementary

Hope Valley Elementary’s eight-day campaign aims to raise $40,000 for recess equipment, student support, teacher grants, and a gaga ball pit.

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OneFundraiser returns to Hope Valley Elementary
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No boxes of candy or cookies - the OneFundraiser held by Hope Valley Elementary School cuts to the chase with eight days of school spirit, fun, and community support.

The goal: $40,000. What would that fund?

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  • New recess equipment for every grade level and improvements to the gymnasium stage.
  • HVE shirts for all, year-round classroom snacks, 5th-grade yearbooks, teacher grants, staff appreciation, school beautification, the Eagle Bucks store, and the clothing closet.
  • Stretch goal: A gaga ball pit if the school reaches $40,000. Also, an admin gets put in a costume and sprayed with Silly String.

On Sept. 16, the school hosts Family Night from 5:30 to 7 p.m., with a staff talent show and an in-person raffle. Raffle tickets cost $5 each or five for $20. Every student gets one free ticket. Prizes are gift certificates from local businesses.

Spirit days during the fundraiser include:

  • Sept. 9: Wacky Wednesday
  • Sept. 10: Beach or Tropical Day
  • Sept. 11: Pajama Day
  • Sept. 14: Dress Like a Teacher or Staff/Student Day
  • Sept. 15: Favorite Team Day
  • Sept. 16: Wild Hat or Hair Day
  • Sept. 17: Superhero Day
  • Sept. 18: HVE Shirt Day

To participate, deposit cash or checks in the donation box in the PTA box near the front office. The PTA receives 100% of these donations. Online donations also can be made via Givebacks.

Got thoughts about the fundraiser? Want to cheer on the students, teachers, and staff? Sound off in our SoDu Town Square!

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