UMS Home & school club


​Welcome to the 2023-2024 school year!

​The Union Middle School Home and School Club (UMS HSC) is a nonprofit organization committed to raising and distributing funds for programs that directly benefit UMS students. We support our school through teacher and staff funds, grants, student programs, as well as technology and facility improvements. This year, our primary way to fundraise will be through the Annual Membership Drive.
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We rely on your generous donations to hit our fundraising goals. If your employer provides Corporate Matching, this is another way for you to double your donation and help support Union Middle School students, teachers, and school programs.
​Please consider making a donation online today! See steps below.

STEP 1 - Donate to the UMS HSC Membership drive

Your HSC Membership donations support:
  • HSC donates approximately $175 per student each year
  • Art Vistas, Athletics, Music, Drama, Technology, and Cheer programs
  • All of our teachers, who receive $500 each for teaching and classroom supplies, resources, and online education subscriptions
  • Grants made available to faculty to fund one-time expenses 
  • A wide range of student resources and support programs including orientation for new 6th graders (WEB), mentoring, anti-bullying training (MPower), UMS Reads, and leadership training.​

​If you wish to donate via check, you can make your check payable to UMS HSC. You may drop it off in the front office during school hours.

STEP 2 - Donate to the bridge the gap campaign

Bridge the Gap is a principal discretionary fund that enables the principal and staff to provide the best possible educational experience for the students at Union Middle School. Your Bridge the Gap donations support:
  • Teacher development and teacher recognition events
  • Existing programs that may have been drastically cut or risk cancellation
  • Student clubs and student recognition events

​If you wish to donate via check, you can make your check payable to UMS HSC. 
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Send to:
Union Middle School
Attention: UMS HSC Treasurer
2130 Los Gatos Almaden Rd.
​San Jose, CA 95124

STEp 3 - DOUBLE YOUR DONATION

You can easily double your donations via Corporate Matching. Learn more here. 

STEP 4 - PURCHASE A COMMUNITY SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM

We offer sponsorship opportunities for businesses and organizations to support Union Middle School. Community sponsors are invited to donate ONCE, and in exchange, receive visibility to the Union Middle School community through the website! Visit this page for more information.

STEP 5 - SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER at UMS

There are many ways to get involved at Union Middle School. From leading mPower and/or Art Vistas lessons to participating in fundraisers or supporting music, drama, or athletics, there’s definitely an opportunity to fit your schedule and interests.
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Learn more about all of the opportunities here.
Sign up to volunteer using the button below.

other important information
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​SPORTS BOOSTERS

Sports Boosters is a group of parent volunteers who plan and lead fundraisers that provide crucial funding for the after school athletics program. In a typical year, over 300 UMS students participate in basketball, cross country, wrestling, volleyball, soccer, field hockey, and track and field. Money raised helps provide athletes with the best coaches, referees, uniforms, and equipment.

Mark your calendars for our main fundraisers. Please go here to learn more about Sports Boosters, events, how to make a donation, and purchase a selection of apparel.

music boosters

Music Boosters is an active and fun group of parents/guardians who support and promote music education (Band, Jazz Band, Percussion, and Choir), provide financial assistance for musical events, and help purchase and maintain music instruments, gear, and uniforms. The Music program depends upon Music Boosters volunteers to be successful. There are many ways to help to protect and promote our children's music education. Please consider volunteering by visiting the Volunteer page. 

The music department will also reach out to the parents of music students via email with signups on Charms.
Additional information about monthly meetings, merchandise, fundraising, and concerts can be found on the Music Boosters page.

the blast

Mark your calendars for the biggest UMS HSC event of the year, on Friday, October 27, 2023 from 6:00pm-8:30pm. Located on the campus quad, the BLAST is a fun night for the students filled with games, prizes, food, and entertainment. We will need volunteers to help make this event a success. Visit the Blast page to learn more about how you can support this event. Stay tuned for more information!

scholastic book fair

Foster your student’s love of reading while supporting UMS HSC! The fall in-person book fair will be held from
​October 24-27 (including during THE BLAST). More information will be coming soon on the Book Fair page.

EARN FREE MONEY for UMS HSC

When you shop at local stores and restaurants or request a company matching donation from your employer, you can earn money for UMS HSC. ​Visit this page to learn more.

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UMS HSC is a 501(c)(3) organization. Our tax ID is 77-0477578.