Hammond Elementary PTA

08/09/2026

✨ MEET THE BOARD! ✨

Get to know Alayn Ririe, our Hammond PTA Secretary for the upcoming school year! 🐾💙 This is Alayn's second year in this role.

The PTA crew is thankful for her experience and enthusiasm!

08/08/2026

✨ MEET THE BOARD! ✨

Say hello to Heather Grimason, Hammond PTA President for the upcoming school year! 🎉 This is Heather's second year in this role.

We're so grateful for Heather's dedication to making this year amazing for our Hammond students, teachers and families.

08/07/2026

Thank you to everyone who contributed to today’s PTA Teacher Incentive Luncheon! 🥰 Our Hammond teachers and staff work tirelessly every single day, and it was our turn to spoil them a little with Mustard Seed Deli sandwiches and school supplies!

Take a look through the gallery to see some smiling faces! Drop a ❤️ or a note of thanks in the comments for your favorite people @ Hammond! 👇

08/07/2026

🐾 Sign up for the Zoom link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45A8AB2EA1F4C16-65063760-hammond

What’s ahead for Hammond Elementary this year? Find out at our virtual PTA General Meeting, where we will discuss the PTA budget! 💙

🗓 When: Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026 @ 7:00 p.m.

💻 Where: Virtual via Zoom

📝 How to join: Fill out the SignUpGenius link above to get access!

See you online! 🐾

08/05/2026

08/04/2026

See you tomorrow from 3 to 5 p.m. for Hammond Elementary's Open House! Bring your supplies and your wishes for a great school year! ✨🐾💙 Need teacher assignment? Find that in the Focus Parent Portal, where you view report cards. No postcards this year. KG parents should have received a direct email from their teacher.
The FOCUS Parent Portal allows you to view report cards, attendance and more through a single, convenient website. All forms will be completed in the portal this year. Log in to your existing Focus Parent Portal account here (it is better to complete forms online via the web portal): https://hcps.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/parents/
Need to create an account? Visit HillsboroughSchools.org/Focus for more information on how to get started.
Get the app -
Focus Parent Portal in the Apple App Store:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/hcps-focus-portal/id6744232359
Focus Parent Portal in the Google Play Store:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.focusschoolsoftware.community.hcps&hl=en&pli=1

08/04/2026

✨Teacher reveal is live in the Focus Parent Portal! Follow the steps in the graphic to log in and see your child's teacher assignment. (Existing parents: This is where you view report cards. IT help line listed in graphic. Kindergarten parents: You should have received an email from your child's teacher. If not, please call Hammond office and we can also help at Open House tomorrow from 3 to 5 p.m.!)
If you need to create a Focus account, information is at https://www.hillsboroughschools.org/o/hcps/page/creating-a-focus-account
Let's get ready for another great year at Hammond Elementary! 🐾

08/03/2026

Hillsborough County K–12 students are invited to the 9th Annual Back to School Bash at Raymond James Stadium on August 8, 2026!
Enjoy free backpacks with school supplies, free medical, dental & vision services, free haircuts, food, and family fun — all powered by the Bullard Family Foundation, AdventHealth, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
This event is completely FREE — register now!

08/02/2026

✨Hammond PTA membership is officially open! ✨We’d love to have you join us:
https://hammondelementary.givebacks.com/shop
Because of members like you, we are able to support our teachers, create unforgettable experiences for our students, and strengthen our Wolf Cub community.
**Purchase of a PTA membership gets you on the list for the Hammond Ice Cream Social happening Aug. 19, 5:30 to 7 p.m.! More details to come.**

08/01/2026

📝Hammond Families, let’s CLEAR THOSE LISTS!
Back-to-school is just around the corner, and we want to help stock classrooms! If you’re a Hammond teacher and don’t see your list below, please share one in the comments, and our amazing followers will get to work clearing it!
PreK - Diaz
Anything is appreciated! Thank you for your support. Ready to welcome our Pre-K students to Hammond!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/32BRR2OE4394R?ref_=wl_share

PreK - French
SO excited to be back with our littlest wolf cubs!! PreK is the best!
Thank you for your amazing support!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2T7GHLM1JHCXR?ref_=wl_share

Kindergarten - Kuschmeader
Thank you for helping me get my Kindergarten class off to a GREAT start!!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1BRNXRJV6GVYL?ref_=wl_share

Kindergarten - Murphy
I am looking forward to meeting my new students and their families! I am moving to kindergarten this year. Thank you to our amazing parents and PTA for always taking care of teachers and students.
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2OKYCK4MUJO9X?ref_=wl_share

Kindergarten - DiSalvo
Woohoo! So excited to be back in Kindergarten again this year! Any donation - big or small- is so helpful for my little learners!
https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/I7UAAVMBLKTY?ref_=cm_sw_r_mwn_ggr-subnav-share_KCCJX0QE1G93J5GX00PQ&language=en-US

1st - Pagliuca
Excited to teach 1st grade this year! Thanks for your support!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1XIQT1ASZRVWS?ref_=wl_share

1st - Acosta
Ready to start another exciting year at Hammond in First Grade! Thank you for all the support Hammond continues to give us year after year! 💙🐾💙
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/18VUVQ98K5AEA?ref_=wl_share

1st - Miles
Can’t wait to dive into learning with a new group of Hammond first graders! Thanks to everyone for all you do to help make our school amazing!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2G979W11Y5A5I?ref_=wl_share

1st - Crane
On behalf of my incoming students and myself, thank you in advance for your consideration and support of our classroom!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3BH87GB7CPRF7?ref_=wl_share

2nd - Morrison
Looking forward to another incredible year in second grade! Thank you to our amazing PTA and wonderful Hammond families for your continued support and all that you do!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1HF1LDWKK8LED?ref_=wl_share

2nd - Allen
Excited to welcome a new batch of 2nd graders this year! Thank you to our PTA and Hammond families for always being so supportive
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1MTKIRWP4ETRC?ref_=wl_share

3rd- Willis
So excited to welcome our Hammond students and families back for another great school year! I am moving to 3rd grade this year and super excited! Thank you to our wonderful PTA for posting our wish lists. Any donations are greatly appreciated!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3F4IKSY1VRL2V?ref_=wl_share

3rd - Miller
Thank you for your kindness and generosity!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/38Q2GRERBY1VK?ref_=wl_share

3rd - Hostia
Excited for year 19 at Hammond! Ready to meet my new 3rd graders! Thank you Hammond Elementary PTA for all of your support!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/13BOKZZQMPTEF?ref_=wl_share

4th - Ghettie
So excited for a new school year and to meet my new 4th graders! Thank you all so much!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2IRL8E183L8C5?ref_=wl_share

4th - Lighthall
Welcome new fourth graders!!! Can’t wait to meet you and see your smiling faces!! Looking forward to a fantastic year!! Thank you PTA and Hammond families for your support!!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1RS6EA7I6G8P8?ref_=wl_share

4th - Ferrer
Thanks Hammond PTA and families for always being supportive of the classrooms!! Any donations are appreciated!! Let’s get ready to dive into learning!!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3QRURIUS2CMP0?ref_=wl_share

4th - Spafford
Excited to be back with another great group of fourth graders this year! Thank you PTA and Hammond Families for helping to make every year successful!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2Y17865C13M4K?ref_=wl_share

5th - Elston
Here we go! Looking forward to another great year in fifth grade!
Thank you for all your support - Ms. Elston
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1UGZ0QV2459W4?ref_=wl_share

5th - Bialozynski
Ready for my 20th year at Hammond! I am excited to welcome a new group of 5th graders and their families! Thank you for all your support!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/OHU7CQ1DTNN6?ref_=wl_share

Access Points 4-5th - Hiner
Looking forward to another year with my kiddos!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1ZCA3O3NWKXCV?ref_=wl_share

Access Points - Ozawa
I am elated to meet all my Hammond Wolf Cubs! It will be an Amazing school year! Thank you all!
https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/2C83TUURE2MIT?ref_=cm_sw_r_mwn_ggr-subnav-share_QG14M60DG0KFG42MTHFD&language=en-US

5th - Munnis
Looking forward to another wonderful year teaching 5th grade at Hammond! Thank you for your support.
Love, Mrs. Munnis
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2J7V0IQWX4U8C?ref_=wl_share

5th - Stewart
Ready for an exciting year in 5th grade! Thank you Hammond families and PTA for all you do! Looking forward to a GREAT year!!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1MLR393O9WHZU?ref_=wl_share

AGP - Smith
Ready for another exciting year in gifted! Thank you PTA and Hammond families for all that you do! Looking forward to seeing all the smiling faces soon!!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/LRHQT9QW7BSE?ref_=wl_share