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Panama 2027 Trip Opportunity

5/3/2026

 
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Thank you to our community

4/26/2026

 
THANK YOU to all the bidders, donors, sponsors, volunteers, student performers, and party-goers who contributed to making our annual spring auction and party our most successful fundraiser in years.
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We are amazed and grateful to share that, thanks to our community’s generosity and energy, the HSA took in over $55,000 in the course of this year’s event. 

These funds will go directly into our school to support the range of HSA efforts, including extracurriculars, the library, the musical, security, building upgrades, teacher incidentals, classroom books,  science lab materials, cultural events, student dances and socials, school-family connections, field trips, special programs and projects, and MORE.

  • Missed the event or didn’t end up with the winning bid? A short list of great auction items flew under the radar among the 200+ items on offer, and so we have created a short Last Chance Auction with super-low starting bids to help these items find a good home. Check it out and place your max bid before Friday at 8 pm. 
  • You can also still support the fundraiser by donating directly. An array of themes and donation sizes are visible on the Last Chance Auction page as well.

The funds our community provides make it possible for Masterman's amazing staff to go the extra mile and provide the enrichment—academic, cultural, social-emotional, and practical—that all students deserve. (View this short video created by current Masterman senior Joe Faranda highlighting just a few of the many ways our school serves students and the HSA serves our school.)

The biggest shout outs go to Craft Hall, the fantastic venue that made it all possible (and profitable), and to Rebecca Malcolm, the HSA board's fundraising chair and auction committee leader, who made it all happen.

We are all so fortunate to be part of the Masterman community, and to benefit from our shared dedication to excellence in public schools!
LAST CHANCE AUCTION
Here are a few shots of the scene at Craft Hall, and check out the photo booth gallery as well!

The online auction is OPEN for bidding!

4/19/2026

 
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The online auction is LIVE and open for bidding!
CLICK TO PLACE YOUR BIDS NOW
We have so many amazing auction items to choose from this year, including tickets to Broadway shows in NYC, tickets to Phillies, Eagles and Union games, dining experiences and gift cards at local restaurants, and priceless experiences from our teachers and staff like Dean for the Day, STEM workshops or private basketball and soccer training sessions.

You don’t have to attend the auction or purchase a ticket to participate in our online auction! so please share the auction link with your friends and family: https://mastermanhsa.betterworld.org/auctions/2026-spring-auction

Bidding will close at 9:00 pm on Saturday, April 25, while we PARTY AT CRAFT HALL!

It's not too late to buy auction tickets! Join us at on Saturday, April 25th, from 6-10pm at Craft Hall for the culmination of the online auction and a great time! Featuring student performances, raffles, and a unique opportunity to mingle with parents and teachers within the Masterman community.

Thanks to our generous platinum sponsor, Craft Hall, food and open bar are included. Each auction ticket also includes 2 tickets for the raffle that is ONLY AVAILABLE IN PERSON!

Buy your tickets here: https://mastermanhsa.betterworld.org/events/2026-spring-auction

Thank you for supporting the auction and our students!

Masterman HOSA's Popcorn Fundraiser.

4/19/2026

 
Masterman's Health Professionals Club (HOSA) is hosting a Double Good popcorn fundraiser to support students on their journey to state and national competitions.

Every purchase directly helps our future healthcare leaders represent Masterman and achieve their goals.

To make a purchase you can either fill out the form at https://forms.gle/MwbxBSLZSVqrF3SY7 before April 23, 2026 or order directly from our Double Good Pop-up shop (through the QR code below) or  directly at https://popup.doublegood.com/s/g3m6zu80 from April 16th, 2026 to April 24, 2026.

The Final (Auction) Countdown

4/12/2026

 
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The Spring Auction is less than 2 weeks away!

Don't forget to purchase your tickets to Masterman's best party of the year.

We'll enjoy great food, an open bar, performances from some of our talented high school musicians, and even a special delivery from Insomnia Cookies.

We hope you can join us on Saturday, April 25th, from 6:00-10:00 PM at Craft Hall!

Tickets can be purchased here: https://mastermanhsa.betterworld.org/events/2026-spring-auction

There's still time to help make this year's event a success by donating an item for auction or becoming an auction sponsor! If you own or know a local business that would benefit from exposure in our community please let us know.

Donate an auction item here: https://mastermanhsa.betterworld.org/donate-an-item
Become an auction sponsor here: https://mastermanhsa.betterworld.org/events/2026-spring-auction

Thank you for supporting our school!

Spring (Auction) Fever

4/5/2026

 
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Masterman's Spring Auction is less than 3 weeks away! Buy your tickets today to join the party and support our school:
https://mastermanhsa.betterworld.org/events/2026-spring-auction
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We'll enjoy great food, an open bar, performances from some of our talented high school musicians, and even a special delivery from Insomnia Cookies.

We hope you can join us on Saturday, April 25th, from 6-10pm at Craft Hall!

There's still time to help us make the Spring Auction a success by donating an auction item or becoming an auction sponsor! If you own or know a local business that would benefit from exposure in our community please let us know.

Donate an auction item here: https://mastermanhsa.betterworld.org/donate-an-item
Become an auction sponsor here: https://mastermanhsa.betterworld.org/events/2026-spring-auction

It's Spring Auction Season!

3/22/2026

 
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Don't forget to purchase your tickets to Masterman's Spring Auction on Saturday, April 25th, at Craft Hall. Tickets include great food, open bar, student performances & entertainment, raffles and more.

Tickets can be purchased here: https://mastermanhsa.betterworld.org/events/2026-spring-auction

You can help us make the Spring Auction a success by donating an auction item or becoming an auction sponsor! If you own or know a local business that would benefit from exposure in our community please let us know.

Donate an auction item here: https://mastermanhsa.betterworld.org/donate-an-item
Become an auction sponsor here: https://mastermanhsa.betterworld.org/events/2026-spring-auction

It's Spring Auction Season!

3/16/2026

 
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Don't forget to purchase your tickets to Masterman's Spring Auction on Saturday, April 25th, at Craft Hall. Tickets include great food, open bar, student performances & entertainment, raffles and more.

Tickets can be purchased here: https://mastermanhsa.betterworld.org/events/2026-spring-auction

You can help us make the Spring Auction a success by donating an auction item or becoming an auction sponsor! If you own or know a local business that would benefit from exposure in our community please let us know.

Donate an auction item here: https://mastermanhsa.betterworld.org/donate-an-item
Become an auction sponsor here: https://mastermanhsa.betterworld.org/events/2026-spring-auction

Buy your tickets to the Spring Auction today!

3/9/2026

 
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Early Bird / Reduced ticket pricing for the Spring Auction ends at 11:59pm tomorrow (Monday, March 9th).

Buy your auction tickets now before the prices go up using this link:

https://mastermanhsa.betterworld.org/events/2026-spring-auction

Masterman's 20th Annual Spring Auction will be held on Saturday, April 25th, at Craft Hall. Tickets include great food, an open bar, student performances, exciting auction items, raffle baskets, and more.

Funds raised at the Spring Auction support the programs that make Masterman special, like our amazing student extracurriculars and clubs, the school musical, our wonderful library, cultural events, athletics, teacher appreciation, and so much more.

Click here for reduced price tickets

We hope to see you at Craft Hall on Saturday, April 25th!

Polish Student Exchange Fundraiser at Craft Hall

3/1/2026

 
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Join US for the Poland Exchange Fundraiser on Friday, March 6th from 5:00-7:00 PM

Light Menu and Mocktails and Cocktails for the Families
  • Cheese and Charcuterie
  • Chef’s Selection of Cheese and Charcuterie, Traditional Accoutrements
  • Dip Trio
  • Hummus, roasted red pepper and feta spread, tomatillo and avocado salsa, served with crudite and Fresh Pita (VG)
  • Pretzel Bites
  • Spicy Mustard (VG)
  • Margherita Pizza
  • Red sauce, cheese, basil (VG)

Please see the flyer for more information!

Buy your Auction tickets today!

3/1/2026

 
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The deadline to purchase tickets for Masterman's Spring Auction at the Early Bird / Reduced Price rate has been extended to Monday, March 9th!

Buy your tickets today using this link: https://mastermanhsa.betterworld.org/events/2026-spring-auction.

Auction tickets include great food, an open bar, student performances, exciting auction items, raffle baskets and more.

We hope to see you at Craft Hall on Saturday, April 25th for a fun-filled evening!

Auction Update

2/15/2026

 
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​Save the Date: Masterman’s Spring Auction is Saturday, April 25th!

Mark your calendars! The annual Masterman Spring Auction is coming up on Saturday, April 25th, from 6-10 pm at Craft Hall. We are thrilled to return to Craft Hall as our continuing Platinum Sponsor—thank you Craft Hall for your generosity!

How to Support the Auction: 
  • Purchase Tickets: Event tickets are on sale now! The deadline to purchase Early Bird/Reduced Price tickets is March 2nd. You can also sponsor the cost of a teacher’s auction ticket. Purchase your tickets here!
  • Be – or Find – A Sponsor: We’re seeking businesses, causes and individuals who are proud to add their names to our list of auction sponsors. Sponsorships come with event tickets, and sponsors are featured on all our auction platforms. You can purchase a sponsorship and check out our current list of generous sponsors here!
  • Donate Items: We're seeking auction items such as sports tickets, restaurant gift cards, vacation home rentals, and unique experiences. Get creative - some of our most bid-on items last year didn’t cost a thing! You can donate an item using this donation form or email [email protected] to discuss details.
  • Volunteer: The Auction Committee meets biweekly on Sundays, typically over Zoom. Join us or volunteer to help out with donor/sponsor solicitations, promotion, party planning, setup and more. Email Rebecca at [email protected] for ways to get involved.

Stay up to date with all things auction at www.mastermanhsa.org/auction 

​We can't wait to see you there!


Teacher Candygrams

2/7/2026

 
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Send a note of appreciation to Masterman's amazing teachers and staff this Valentine's Day!

HSA volunteers are preparing a candygram (a sweet treat and valentine) for every teacher and staff member.

You can
add personal messages to individual teachers or submit a note of appreciation to all staff! 

Order by Tuesday, February 10, in order to have your messages delivered Friday!

Proceeds support teacher appreciation efforts all year long.

SEND CANDYGRAMS NOW

Family-Friendly Happy Hour March 6 to Support Polish Cultural Exchange

2/6/2026

 
Last October, 16 students and 3 chaperones spent 12 days in Torun, Poland, as participants in a student exchange program. While there, they lived with student host families, attended high school classes, enjoyed fun educational and social activities, and explored the culture and history of the area.  

Now it is Masterman's turn to show our hospitality, and we need assistance to ensure that the visiting Polish students have the same rich experience they provided for us. 

Help raise funds by attending this special event:​

March 6 from 5:00-7:00 PM
Craft Hall- A Family Friendly Sports Bar- 901 North Delaware Avenue


Come one, come all!! Please plan to attend our Masterman Family Friendly Happy Hour with GUEST BARTENDERS Principal Laurie, Assistant Principal Michelle Harrison, Ms. LeeAnne Fox Jones, and Ms. Elana Solomon serving drinks, mocktails, and appetizers. Mr. Zimny will be helping with food orders and promoting our 50/50. There may even be other teachers popping in. You never know! 

You can also support the program directly by donating here.

Any questions? Please email [email protected]

All Hands on Deck for Auction Season!

2/1/2026

 
Save the Date:
Masterman’s Spring Auction and Party will be held on the evening of Saturday, April 25th, at Craft Hall. Featuring food and drink, music and dancing, and the culmination or our online auction, it’s the HSA’s largest event (and fundraiser!) of the year. Mark your calendars now.


Join the Auction Committee:
Planning is well underway, and we could use everyone's help! Volunteers are soliciting donations and planning the party for this year’s event. Email Rebecca at
[email protected] to find the best way to get involved. It’s a great way to have some fun while doing good.


Auction Raffle Baskets:
​We are looking for parents to help organize raffle baskets for the auction. Thank you to those who have already volunteered! This is an easy way to support the auction without a large time commitment. We are still looking for parents to lead the 5th and 8th grade baskets. Please email
[email protected] to help out or to get more information.

Black History Month Book Sale

2/1/2026

 
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Celebrate Black History Month through literature. Now through February 28th, Bookshop.org is highlighting select titles by Black authors, recommended by Black-owned bookstores.

Use code BHM26 for 20% at checkout.

As always, if you start from the Masterman Reads shop page, purchases you make throughout the site will generate commission for our school while supporting independent bookstores as well, so bookmark the page for future shopping!

Box Tops for Education

6/1/2024

 
Remember cutting the little rectangles off the tops of food packages and bringing them in to school? 
It's an app now!
Scan your receipts and get credit for all applicable products listed, no package clippings needed. The pennies for each product really add up and go straight to the school.
Please join in!
GET THE APP AND START COLLECTING

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