Hi there 👋 As Hatch parents ourselves, we had (have!) a lot of questions. We’ve tried to answer some of the most common questions here. If we don’t cover the questions you have, please ask us on Instagram, Facebook, or by email.
Thursday, August 14th, 2025. Yes, Thursday 😀
Class rosters will be posted in the Hatch Elementary School office window the day before school.
https://hatch.cabrillo.k12.ca.us/
Hint: It’s the same as the Cabrillo Unified School District Calendar, which you can find here.
We call this the Bell Schedule and it is the same as the 2024/25 school year Bell Schedule.
No, there are no dues. If you have a child attending Hatch Elementary School, you’re automatically part of the PTO.
The easiest way is to follow us on Instagram or Facebook.
Jeff Clinton is formerly the principal of Cunha Intermediate School, and the new principal at Hatch. He believes in open communication and can be reached at clintonj@cabrillo.k12.ca.us or
(650) 638-8232.
Generally all your child needs is a backpack. Most school supplies are provided. Your child’s teacher may ask you to provide a few additional items.
California provides Universal Free Meals for all students. This means that each child can get a free breakfast and free lunch each day at school by only providing their full name or Student Id. However, submitting an application helps Hatch secure funding and plan. You can find out more about meal benefits and meal applications here.
Yes! We need your involvement. The requirements are different depending on the type of volunteer work you do. The details can be found here and you can also ask the front desk at the Hatch office.
The Blue team is a group of employees who supervise and support Hatch students in many ways throughout the day. You’ll see them at drop off and pick ups guiding kids to class, as crossing guards to lead kids through the parking lot, at lunch and recess (in the lunchroom, the playgrounds, or the field), as well as in the classroom and around the school as needed. They have a lot of interaction with your kids and know them all by name! Please introduce yourself and get to know them too. Meet Lili, Aurora, Mayte, Iliana, Melissa, and Maria.
As you enter the school grounds, Blue team members will be supervising traffic at the cross walks and dropoff points. If you bike, there is a gated bike area at the north end of the classrooms. If you drive, please follow the directions of the Blue team members, who will guide you around the circular parking lot. As you make your way to the front of the school, you will see a coned-off lane. Please wait patiently in the lane until you get to the front of the line—don’t drop off your child until you reach the front. Please do not park your cars in any of the parking spots for teacher and staff or leave your car unattended in the red zones.
Our Mission
Promoting partnership at Hatch to help students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally while building cultural and community awareness.
Who We Are
Have a child at Hatch? That makes you part of the PTO — no dues, just your support to help keep our school amazing!
What We Do
Hatch PTO raises funds to bring enrichment programs like art, music, field trips, PE, and more to every student.
