Hosting a Count Me In

A Count Me In (CMI) is a great way to connect with other Cow Hollow School families and build community. At the same time, you’ll also be raising money to support our wonderful school.

Hosts are both the financial and social host of their event. When guests purchase "tickets" to participate, all proceeds go directly to support the school.

Have fun creating a CMI that reflects your family, interests and values! What are your favorite family activities? Do you have traditions you would like to share with our community?

CMIs come in many different shapes and sizes within three categories:

   Family Fun

   Adults Only

   Just for Kids

All ideas are welcome: small or big, simple or elaborate! Events are as diverse as our community, which is what makes them so fun and special.


SOME EVENT IDEAS INCLUDE

•Be blown away by a show from the SF Bubble Guy.

•Let your kids unwind with outdoor yoga class.

•Enjoy a kids painting or art class in the park.

•Learn about reptiles with a visit from the Lizard Lady.

•Bring the family for a beach clean up!

•Share a favorite family recipe or cuisine through an at-home cooking class (try this in any of the three categories: family fun, adults only, or just for kids!)

•Share a favorite family activity (beach day? scooter ride?)

•A morning hike followed by coffee and bagels

•Enjoy a family movie matinee

•Enjoy outdoor activities with other adults, such as biking, hiking, kayaking or stand up paddleboarding

•Invite kids to a bike and scooter playdate at your neighborhood park or playground

•Host a kids baking or crafting party

•Share a cultural tradition: for example, CHS alum families have hosted a German Lantern Walk and clogging classes

•Lead a workshop to share a skill like painting or photography 

•Get to know other CHS parents over dinner or a cocktail; host a gathering for your child's class or open to everyone

Important notes

  • Please contact Abbey Lilienthal (arainciart@gmail.com) or Bill Van Hest (wtvanhest@gmail.com) to dream up events or help find a co-host

  • CMIs can take place throughout the year

  • Submit events well in advance of your desired event date; this way we can promote them early and often