We’ve raised: $37,305 of our Direct Donation campaign goal of $60,000.

That leaves $22,695 to go.

We’re getting closer, and now we’re asking the Runnymede community to help us make the final push!

The HSA Executive Committee  is meeting next week to review plans and budgets for the year ahead. Donations received by this weekend will help us determine what we can include in those plans.

The $60,000 goal supports the enrichment activities we typically offer throughout the year. If we fall short, we’ll have to decide what to leave out instead of focusing on what more is possible.

So, if you haven’t donated yet, now is the time!

And if you’ve already donated, thank you. 🧡

Help us reach $60,000

https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/runnymede-hsa-direct-donations–2026

To learn more about what Enrichment at Runnymede looks like, visit : https://runnymedecouncil.org/school-fundraising/direct-donation-faq/

(LEARN MORE IN THE UPDATES BELOW)

DIRECT DONATION IS ON! : DONATE NOW – https://runnymedecouncil.org/school-fundraising/direct-donation-faq/

LAST CHANCE TO ORDER FOR PIZZA DAY : ORDER NOW – https://runnymedecouncil.org/school-fundraising/pizza-lunches/

YARD DAY:VOLUNTEER SIGN UP– https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EK7-ddv0gLlhXsqqi_7YInFX8kPkuxKhGAOnc5xhqYU/edit?usp=sharing

DATES TO REMEMBER

SUNDAY: KINDERGARTEN MEET & GREET 

THURSDAY: CURRICULUM NIGHT & COMMUNITY PICNIC

FRIDAY: FIRST PIZZA DAY

SATURDAY: FALL YARD DAY

TODAY : FIND YOUR OLD HALLOWEEN COSTUMES & DONATE!

BEYOND THE CLASSROOM🎨🔬🎵🌿🤸

Runnymede HSA / Parent Council’s annual Direct Donation Campaign is underway!

Together, we’re helping make more possible for every student — from arts and music to science, sports, environmental learning and more.

Our goal this year is $60,000.

Donate here: 👉 https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/runnymede-hsa-direct-donations–2026

Thanks for supporting the experiences that make Runnymede such a great place to learn! 🧡

For more information about how these funds are used to enrich Runnymede, visit : https://runnymedecouncil.org/school-fundraising/direct-donation-faq/

SEE BELOW FOR MORE INFO! What does the HSA / Parent Council do?We’re glad you asked! We are in charge of FUN, FUNDRAISING & ENRICHMENT at Runnymede! The HSA is made up of parents who volunteer to lead the Executive team, and committees that organize and run all the special activities to help support teachers and bring the school year to life! We provide volunteer support for positive educational experiences. We provide teachers with tools to enhance their teaching experience through the Teacher Resource Fund (TRF), we supply educational tools & resources such as technology, arts, music and athletic equipment, we fund resources for Clubs & Teams, rainy day lunchroom bins and field trip bursaries.  Most importantly, through fundraising, we are able to provide children with fun enrichment activities to promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills, build social skills, and allow them to explore their interests! . . Our largest fundraiser is the Direct Donation Campaign (starting September 24th) and the donation site is always open and is on the HSA website! WHAT’S THE BEST WAY TO STAY INFORMED AT RUNNYMEDE? There are many HSA/Parent Council options to get your information – Pick your favourite: Visit the HSA website RunnymedeHSA.org and take a look around! Subscribe to the Runnymede Google calendar to see upcoming events and links Subscribe to the awesome HSA weekly update emails! Join the Runnymede Parents Facebook Group unofficial-but a great place to find info! Check the Notice board at the front of the school! Come to the HSA & SAC meetings each month! Our first meeting is September 24th  How do I get involved? The HSA is only possible with the amazing network of parent volunteers who help to organize and run these school events, and from fundraising initiatives and generous financial donations from parents.A great Home & School Association can only exist and run with enthusiastic and active parents getting involved, and we know there are many of you out there! We are always looking for volunteers to help on the Executive team, and on all the HSA committees! JOIN US AT THE HSA & SAC MEETINGS THIS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24th! The Runnymede Home & School Association (HSA) and the Runnymede SAC (School Advisory Council) and both hold meetings in-person and via zoom that all are welcome to attend! The first Runnymede School Advisory Council (SAC) & Home & School Association (HSA) meetings will be Thursday, Sept. 24 from 7 pm – 9pm in the library. Meetings will run one after the other, and will also be available via Zoom. THE RUNNYMEDE CALENDAR HAS ALL MEETING DATES & ZOOM LINKS LISTED HERE We encourage anyone wanting to be actively involved in their child’s education and enrichment this year to consider joining the HSA team! Joining our exec team is a great way to learn more about Runnymede, work closely with teachers and administrators, be involved in important decisions that affect all students, and work with some amazing, dedicated parents! There are openings on ALL our committees so please find out more HERE or email Runnymede@OFHSA.ca if you have questions. No experience is necessary! ______________ VOLUNTEERS -We need your help! None of these amazing and fun events can happen without parents who are willing to help! Sign up on our GENERAL VOLUNTEER LIST even if you’re just able to help out with a single event throughout the year. We will then reach out when the time comes for a specific event, with more information to see if you’re available. If you have questions or are interested in learning more please contact us: runnymede@ofhsa.ca _______________ LAST CHANCE TO ORDER A RUNNYMEDE T-SHIRT BEFORE THE CROSS COUNTRY MEET! This store is for Runnymede athletic tees only – we will be offering the full store later this fall. The store closes September 20 at midnight! This sale is for the orange athletic tech shirts only and the sale will close on September 20th at midnight in order for the shirts to arrive in time for the first cross country meet in early October! – we will not be able to process orders after the deadline. This store is for Runnymede athletic tees only – we will be offering the full store later this fall. Shirts will be delivered to the classroom prior to the first meet. ORDER HERE If you have any questions, please reach out to RunnymedeCommunications@gmail.com ________________ COME TO THE KINDERGARTEN MEET & GREET! Sunday, September 27 @ 10 ________________________ NEW FOR CURRICULUM NIGHT ON OCT 1: JOIN US FOR A COMMUNITY PICNIC AFTER TEACHER SESSIONS! Bring your picnic food and a blanket – 2 Ice cream trucks will be stopping by too! ____________________ OUR FIRST PIZZA DAY IS OCT 2nd GET YOUR ORDERS FOR THE YEAR IN BEFORE SEPTEMBER 28th! For details, all pizza dates, how to volunteer, and to order click HERE _________________ COME TO FALL YARD DAY ON OCTOBER 3rd! All Runnymede families are welcome to come out and join in this great RPS tradition! Fall Yard DAY is a fun, school-based “community clean-up” morning where the whole family can weed and tidy the nature garden and outdoor classrooms at the school. We’ll collect litter, trim invasive plants and weeds, sweep and tidy. Apple peeling, and a nature craft will be set up in the Colbeck side yard. Please bring some nut-free baking snacks to share if you can, and we’ll have coffee for the grown ups! Stop by for an hour to help out, or come for the whole morning! There are some tasks that need to be done in the week leading up to Yard Day, as well as on Yard Day itself. We would love your help!  Thank you in advance for helping run this important community event! Questions or want to volunteer? Please reach out HERE! RunnymedeYARD@gmail.com ____________________ School Advisory Council (SAC) We welcome any new members who want to volunteer! Runnymede SAC  3 committees that remain under the SAC umbrella, and are open to parent/guardian and school council participation I. Safe & Caring Schools Committee (PPM 144, 145 & Operational Procedure PR. 703) II. Staffing Committee III. School Improvement Plan (SIP) If you are interested in joining these SAC committees please reach out and come to the first meeting! We also need a Graduation Committee as part of the SAC which has traditionally been supported by Grade 7 parents (to pay it forward for next year!) so learn more here and please reach out if you want to get involved!