Events & the Annual Calendar

FRIENDS runs on four moments across the school year — from fall sponsorships to the spring auction, with our year-round Give to Grow campaign always open.

Soar on Skimmers Fun Run

Fall next event: October 23, 2026 (date to be confirmed)

An all-school event during the school day - all students participate! Kids collect pledges through personal, shareable fundraising links sent to family and friends.

How to take part: Register through RunSignUp and share your student's pledge link.

Register on RunSignUp

Students run along the beach during the Soar on Skimmers Fun Run

Spring Auction

Spring (March)

An online silent auction paired with in-person gatherings, from a kickoff lunch to a cocktail party at local venues. The community donates art, travel, dining, wellness, teacher experiences, "Principal for a Day," and the beloved "Paint the Rock" series.

How to take part: Bid, donate an item, become a sponsor, or volunteer.

Go to the auction site

Give to Grow

Year-round

Our core annual campaign. Everyone gets involved — give whatever you like! The goal is 100% school participation, and families who donate receive SIES stickers.

How to take part: Give any time, in any amount.

Donate now

Students show off radishes harvested from the school garden

Directory & Signs

Fall (September)

Local businesses sponsor placement in the school directory and on school-fence banner signage - putting their name in front of the whole school community. Sponsorship is fully tax-deductible.

How to take part: Become a sponsor - email us to reserve directory or sign placement.

Email us about sponsorship

Take part this year

Give to Grow — Donate