A Culture of Giving & Getting Involved
Dear Sea Crest Community,
At Sea Crest, we believe that a meaningful home-school partnership is the foundation of our students’ educational experience and success. It is important that we build positive connections with each other and that every member of our community contributes to enhancing our school as a whole.
Fundraising plays a crucial role in this partnership, allowing us to support essential program enhancements like professional development for our teachers, enriching academic and co-curricular experiences, and maintaining flexible tuition to keep our school accessible to a diverse range of students. While tuition is vital, it’s through your donations that we can truly elevate the educational experience for every student.
Our culture of giving and getting involved at Sea Crest is extraordinary. Guided by the principle of “leave it better than we found it,” this commitment is at the heart of our community. We encourage every family, board, staff and faculty members to actively support our Annual Fund and key fundraisers like the Dream Event, Raise the Paddle, and Ginger Girvin Run. Participation in cherished community events—such as the Family Spaghetti Dinner, Halloween Carnival, Pumpkin Festival, Night of Lights, Grandparents Day, as well as assemblies, beach clean-ups, and learning celebrations—also strengthens the bonds that make our school special.
In the following pages, you’ll find various ways to partner with us and get involved at Sea Crest. Please review the information carefully, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions—my door is always open.
Thank you for being an essential part of our Sea Crest family. I look forward to working with you to strengthen our partnership for a successful school year.
Best regards,
Ambar Pina Director of Advancement
Ginger Girvin Run
Annual Fund
The Annual Fund at Sea Crest School plays a vital role in sustaining and enhancing the unique educational experience offered to students. Each year, contributions to the Annual Fund enable the school to invest in its people, programs, and campus, directly impacting the quality of education provided. These funds help maintain the innovative, inclusive learning environment that prepares students academically, emotionally, and socially for the future. Donations to the Annual Fund are tax-deductible, and the collective support of our community makes a meaningful difference in the lives of students and the future of the school.
Giving
to our mission.
Connecting
with the moment.
Investing
in the future.
Raise the Paddle
Student-centered projects designed to enhance your child’s educational experience.
Opened Fall 2021
JK-8 Library +Tree House
Opened Fall 2022
In Spring of 2025
We will be raising our paddles for Transportation
Art Studio
Opened Fall 2023
EducationPhysical & Athletics 2024
Coming Fall 2024
Since 2021
We know that our future leaders come from a broad range of backgrounds and cultures, and they deserve the outstanding foundation an independent school can provide.
Our full-ride scholarships offer talented but economically disadvantaged and culturally underrepresented 5th to 8th-grade students from our Half Moon Bay community access to an exceptional education, while also enriching our classrooms and broader community.
We could not be prouder of the support we have received for this program over the last three years.
LAST YEAR, WE GRADUATED OUR FIRST SCHOLAR!
THIS YEAR, FIVE SCHOLARS ARE ENROLLED AND HEADED TOWARD A BRIGHT FUTURE.
BUSINESS SPONSORS seal league
Sea Crest School’s Seal League program provides local businesses with a valuable platform to connect with over 300 Coastside families and an annual audience exceeding 3,000 people. Through this initiative, businesses have the opportunity to promote their brand via the gym’s LED screen, feature their logo on the back of the Ginger Girvin Run t-shirt, and gain visibility at special events and in school newsletters. The Seal League continues to be a vital bridge between the school and the local community, fostering mutual support and engagement.
Communications
Business Highlight in Special Seal League E-Newsletter
Presenting Sponsor of Sea Crest’s Spring Musical or Summer Camp Scholarships
Quarterly Social Media Shout Outs Via Facebook and Instagram
Logo Inclusion in Two (2) Sunday Wave E-Newsletters
Social Media Shout Outs via Instagram/ Facebook on Ginger Girvin Day Run
Marketing
Logo Inclusion on Prominent Sea Crest’s Spring Musical Coastal Rep Sign
Logo Inclusion on Prominent Campus Sign
Logo Inclusion on Ginger Girvin Run T-Shirt and Promotional Emails
1/2 Page Ad in Spring Musical Program
Networking
Two (2) Tickets to the Sea Crest’s Spring Musical
Two (2) Tickets to Sea Crest’s Dream Event
Invitation to End of The Year Family Carnival
Opportunity to Pass Out Marketing Materials at September Welcome Fair
Opportunity for a Special Business Day in Partnership with Sea Crest School
Why We Give
Giving is essential to the growth and renewal of Sea Crest. It’s more than just supporting the school; it’s about contributing to a larger purpose and fostering a sense of belonging. When we give, we witness the positive impact on the school community, the local community, and beyond.
There are numerous ways to give and become part of this community. Over the years, contributions have come in various forms: driving to sports games, serving as room parents, volunteering in the classroom or for hot lunch, and donating to the flexible tuition program, annual fund, or DREAM event, among others.
When our family first joined Sea Crest, there was no Marine Science room, Reef, Library, or Scholars program. Today, we celebrate incredible advancements, including the opening of our new gym this fall and the beloved Art Studio that opened last year. Thanks to our community’s ongoing support and the school’s leadership, we’ve significantly improved our campus facilities, programs, and overall community. Thank you!
Beyond these new facilities and programs, our family deeply appreciates the Social Emotional Learning celebrated throughout the campus year-round. These qualities and values are important to us, and we love that our volunteering and giving help instill these essential skills in our community.
We invite you to get involved and contribute your support—whether through time, talent, or treasure—to help make this place even better than when you arrived. Plant the “seed” now so that, 28 years from now, families can continue to enjoy the supportive, inclusive community that we cherish today.
Best wishes for an amazing start to the school year!
Maria Burns
Trustee and Chair of the Development Committee Parent of Thad (7th Grade), Theo (5th Grade) and Thatcher (Kindergarten)
Why We Get Involved
Our family made the decision to join the Sea Crest community in 2021 and I’m so grateful for the experiences we’ve had in this supportive and enriching environment. Over the last few years, I’ve volunteered as a room parent and served on the Family Association Board (FAB) as a Volunteer Coordinator. This year, I am eager to step into my new role as President and can’t wait to collaborate with the FAB and Sea Crest community to find innovative ways to support the school.
Not only have I learned so much about the diverse talents and backgrounds of Sea Crest parents and family members, but I’ve also experienced their willingness to give the gift of time and share their knowledge and experiences with our community. This is such a special gift that truly enriches the Sea Crest experience.
One of my favorite events is the Ginger Girvin Run for flexible tuition. Every year, I am amazed by the number of volunteers who pitch in to make this important event a success. From the lap markers to the healthy snack committee and accounting team, it is remarkable to see what can be accomplished when so many community members contribute what they can when they can.
In the coming year, I encourage you to get involved and become part of your child/ family member’s Sea Crest experience in a way that works for you. I look forward to connecting with new and returning families as we settle into the new school year!
Best regards,
Lori Newkirk President of the Family Association Board (FAB) Parent of Lexi
(4th Grade) and Justin (Class of 2024)
Ways To Give Ways To Get Involved
Support Sea Crest School this year by delivering your gift in cash or check to our Advancement Office or donating online with a credit card at seacrestschool.org/give. Consider maximizing your impact through matching gifts from your employer or by donating appreciated securities, which can offer tax benefits. You can also participate in our annual fundraising events, the Dream Event and the Ginger Girvin Run, to connect with the community while contributing to the school’s mission.
To learn more about our culture of giving, discuss larger donations, planned giving, or naming opportunities, please contact development@seacrestschool.org.
Family Association Board
Are you interested in joining something amazing? The Family Association Board (FAB), previously known as the Parent Association Board (PAB), plays a crucial role in connecting families and the school. FAB promotes active participation and teamwork between home and school, aiming to support community harmony and ensuring that administrators, parents, and teachers collaborate to provide the best school experience for our children.
So, want to jump on board with FAB? All families of Sea Crest students are automatically members of FAB. The Executive Committee, serving two-year terms, leads and organizes various activities that benefit the school community. There are countless ways to jump in and give your “Honorable Hours,” which are the volunteer hours each family is encouraged to give annually. Whether it’s joining field trips, helping out at school events, or supporting general school needs like crossing guard duty or hot lunch assistance, your involvement makes a world of difference. Join us and be a part of our vibrant community, enhancing the Sea Crest experience for everyone!
To learn more about involvement opportunities and stay connected, contact fab@seacrestschool.org.
Save The Dates IN 2024-25
Wednesday, September 11th, 2024
Parent Coffee #1 (am)
Friday, September 13th, 2024 Family Spaghetti Dinner (pm)
Thursday, September 19th, 2024 Back-to-School Night (pm) Annual Fund Launch*
Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 Parent Coffee #2 (am)
Saturday, October 19th, 2024 Pumpkin Festival (am)
Thursday, October 31st, 2024 Halloween Carnival (am)
Wednesday, November 13th, 2024
Parent Coffee #3 (am)
Friday, December 6th, 2024 Night of Lights Parade (pm)
Wednesday, December 11th, 2024 Parent Workshop #4 (pm)
Friday, December 20th, 2024 Holiday/Grandparents Celebration (am)
Wednesday, January 8th, 2025
Parent Coffee #5 (am)
Thursday, February 6th, 2025 State of the School (pm)
Friday, February 7th, 2025 Sweetheart Dance (pm)
Wednesday, February 12th, 2025
Parent Coffee #6 (am)
Monday, March 3rd-Friday, March 7th, 2025 Book Fair (am)
Wednesday, March 12th, 2025
Parent Coffee #7 (am)
Friday, March 21st, 2025
The Dream Event* (pm) Raise The Paddle
Monday, March 7thFriday, May 11th, 2025 All-school Musical (pm)
Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
Parent Coffee #8 (am)
Friday, May 2nd, 2025
Ginger Girvin Run* (am)
Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
Parent Coffee #9 (am)
Friday, May 30th, 2025 8th Grade Graduation (pm)
Wednesday, June 4th, 2025
Last Day of School Moving Up Ceremony Talent Show End of Year Carnival (noon)
For more more details and up-to-date information, visit: seacrestschool.org/calendar
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Volunteers
