HP PTSA NEWS Sep 15, 2025 Edition

SAVE THE DATES

Sep 18, 2025: Hispanic Heritage Kickoff (Time TBD)

Sep 23, 2025: 'Supe on the Move' Breakfast

Oct 03, 2025: Fall Festival from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Oct 15, 2025: Last date to submit entries for "Reflections 2025"

Oct 17, 2025: Diwali Celebrations for School Staff

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HPMS Athletics

Harvest Park Middle School will offer six sports this year: 

  • Cross Country:
  • No cut sport
  • Begins on 9/29
  • At least two meets and the Meet of Champions
  • Girl’s Volleyball:
  • A Fall sport.
  • Tryouts: 10/20 - 10/22
  • A and B teams
  • A 6th grade only team 
  • Boy’s Volleyball:
  • In the Winter
  • Tryouts: 01/12/26 - 01/14/26
  • A and B teams
  • A 6th grade only team
  • Girl’s Basketball:
  • In the Spring next year
  • Tryouts: 03/9/26 - 03/11/26
  • A and B teams
  • A 6th grade only team 
  • Track and Field:
  • A no cut sport
  • Last sport of the year
  • Begins on 3/23
  • Wrestling:
  • Status to be updated 


If your student is interested in participating in any sport, they will need to have an updated Athletic Clearance on file. 

  • Link to Harvest Park’s Athletic website, where you can find information about dates for sports, as well as to complete your student’s clearance and upload forms to Home Campus: HP Athletics
  • All physicals must be within the last year (or two years for Kaiser). 
















PTSA Calling all Volunteers!!

 

Dear Parents and Guardians,


PTSA volunteer sign-up is now open. If you haven’t already, please take a moment to complete the form HERE. Your support is greatly appreciated.


Thank you

HP PTSA

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Please visit the HP PTSA website for more information and opportunities to participate.


Please feel free to reach out with any questions, ideas, or ways you'd like to contribute. Together, we can make this a fantastic year for all our students.

Wishing you and your children a successful and inspiring school year.


Go Patriots!

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Order the HPMS 2025 - 2026 Patriot now for the lowest price!

Our award-winning yearbook is available for purchase now!

  • To purchase, go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and enter code 7726.
  • Price is $65.00 until Sept. 01, 2025. 
  • Price goes up to $70.00 on Sept. 02, 2025.
  • Price will go up to $75.00 on Jan. 02, 2026.

So, don't wait! Purchase now for the lowest price! 


Eighth grade parents only:

Purchase your 8th grader's celebratory ad today!

Honor your 8th grader's achievements at HPMS with a personalized ad. Order now for the lowest price!

  • An ad costs $50.00 through Sept. 01, 2025. 
  • The ad cost goes up to $55.00 on Sept. 02, 2025.
  • The ad cost will go up again to $65.00 on Jan. 02, 2026.


Thank you for supporting our award-winning yearbook program!

Contact advisor Leslie Galliano (lgalliano@pleasantonusd.net) with questions. 

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'Supe on the Move'

Superintendent Ghysels is spending time at each of our PUSD schools this year to listen, learn, and connect with our communities. Each visit will include a PTA-hosted “Coffee with the Superintendent” for families and a staff listening session - both open space for questions, concerns, and ideas. For more details, click HERE.






🎉 Calling All Super Parents! 🍁

Our Fall Festival is just around the corner, and we need YOUR help to make it amazing!

We're looking for enthusiastic parent volunteers to join the fun and bring the magic to life. 🌟

Lend a hand, make memories, and be part of something special!

Sign up today and help us make this year’s festival unforgettable!


https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080A4FA9AB2CA6F94-58485052-fall#/


🪔 Diwali is Almost Here! ✨

Let’s celebrate the Festival of Lights by sharing yummy food & festive snacks with our wonderful school staff!

🎉 We need parent volunteers to help make this celebration special!

Your support will light up more than just diyas! 🕯️💛


📅 Diwali Celebration Date: Oct 17, 2025

📍 Location: HPMS Teachers' Lounge

📲 Sign Up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA9AF2AA3FDC70-58641064-diwali

Let’s come together to spread joy and gratitude!

PTA requesting all the HPMS students to participate in the PTA Reflections Contest.


Registration link: 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfIvLl8zS_I6Cjzu1wWoBJRrlz7eqGS0TTF3UGJpk-MaGva6Q/viewform


PPIE PRESENTS

"MUSIC AT NONNI'S"


You're invited to join PPIE for the first in a special series of musical performances, launching Wednesday, September 10 at Nonni’s Bistro from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Dr. Ghysels will be joined by guest educators from across PUSD, with monthly events to follow throughout the school year. A portion of proceeds will benefit PPIE and local music boosters.

Enjoy an evening of music and community while supporting Pleasanton students.

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PPIE FALL GALA TICKETS ON SALE NOW 


Annual PPIE Fall Gala will be held on Friday, November 7th, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at The Club at Castlewood.


We invite you to join us at our “Starry Night” themed soiree to support all schools in Pleasanton. The event includes: a free wine reception, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, entertainment, auction and dancing.  


Grab your friends and be sure to buy a ticket/table early-bird individual tickets are $150, discounted tables of 10 are $1400.  


To purchase tickets, click here: https://paybee.io/hybrid-event/ppie/3


If you’d like to help sponsor our gala, donate to our auction, volunteer to help with the event, or have any questions, please contact hellen.tam@ppie.org


Let’s come together to celebrate our students, educators, and community.

 

PTSA Links

Join HP PTSA – Make a Difference & Enjoy Perks!


Pleasanton PTA Perks

CAPTA PTA Membership Perks

National PTA Membership Perks

Find your HP PTSA membership card here, and use it to utilize the perks.

We are always looking for volunteers to help with various activities and events at Harvest Park. Please visit the Volunteer section of the PTSA Website to register as a volunteer.


Here are some useful links for parents to connect with the PTSA and the school events throughout the school year. 


  • Have Questions? Not sure who to ask?Email ask_ernie@harvestparkpta.org
  • To reach the PTSA, feel free to send an email to communications@harvestparkpta.org
  • Harvest Park School Calendar

Harvest Park PTSA is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization (tax ID: 94-3399025). Contributions to Harvest Park PTSA are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by the IRS.


The PTSA would like to express its thanks for the generous donations.

Employer Matching Funds



Did you know many companies match donations to Harvest Park PTSA? If your company offers donation matching, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.


Not sure if your company participates? Simply reach out to your HR department to find out.


If you have any questions, feel free to email us - we're happy to assist and help double your impact if your company has a matching program.



Thank you for your support!