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WoooWWWW! That's all I can think! Sorry for the delay in sending this, but donations closed up last week, and I had a mystery donation come in right at the wire that not only pushed me to the top of the leaderboard, but also pushed Olive Elementary to the #1 spot!! Simply amazing!! Thanks to the mystery sponsor and to all of you that supported me along the way!! Both Olive and I are so lucky to have your support! Much love and thanks!! <3 Chris Posted by Chris Rosa on May 24

Thank you to the anonymous and very generous person who so kindly donated $500.00 on behalf of our amazing students. Posted by Sharon Gonzales on May 20

Thank you all for your support of San Marin High and myself. We have raised close to $6,400. Hope for final push to bring us close to $10,000 Posted by Sylvia Barry on May 18

Go SINALOA Final push! Thank you to all our generous family and friends. We still have two more days please support our efforts in reaching our goal for Sinaloa. We had so much fun discovering the many special places Novato offers. Many thanks! Starn Family Posted by Starn Family on May 17

I’m so close to my goal and there are only a few more days to donate. Please help me reach my goal. Posted by Barbara Roddie on May 14

I raised my goal a little to see if I could beat Mike Saisi, Sinaloa's VP. 😏🚴‍♀️ Thank for all of the support so far. Posted by Tracy Walker on May 3

My final ride for #SchoolFuel #TourofNovato is complete! Short ride today of 12.6 miles, which I was glad for because it was kinda windy today. Knocked out the remaining 5 discovery stops! Huge thanks to all my supporters! #OliveElementary was way behind in the overall fundraising standings due to poor turn out for our school this year, but your help really helped make a difference! Donations are still being accepted until May 19th! Posted by Chris Rosa on May 2

Yayyyyy we completed all the discovery stops. Thank you for your support we appreciated Posted by Esparza Avila Family on May 1

We made quick trips to the last four spots today, just in time! We'll come back soon to several stops for proper hikes. There are still a few weeks left to make donations if you would like to help us support arts education at Rancho Elementary next year. Thank you! Posted by The Defreese Perri Family on April 30

Will finish my tour this weekend! Thanks to all who donated for Sinaloa! Can still donate if you want!😊 Posted by Susan Halstead on April 30

Will finish my tour this weekend! Thanks to all who donated for Sinaloa! Can still donate if you want!😊 Posted by Susan Halstead on April 30

I’ve been to all the locations and now all I need is a few more donations. Thank you to everyone who has supported me and supported San Ramon. Posted by Barbara Roddie on April 30

Wow! Thanks so much for the support for MSA and NHS. I sincerely appreciate your donations. Posted by Michelle Cortez on April 28

We did it! We completed the Tour of Novato today with our final Discovery Stop -- Stafford Lake Park! Posted by Sims Family on April 27

Thank you so much for your support! I'm edging closer to my goal. 🤞🚴‍♀️🏆 Posted by Tracy Walker on April 27

We appreciate your support! Thank you! The Hall Family Posted by The Hall Family on April 26

Rainy day bike ride to Stafford Lake to earn badge #10! Posted by House of Winsor on April 25

Thank you for supporting our schools and us! Christopher and I finished all the stops on our BIKES. We started from our house on every Mission. Raking in 20miles, 18miles, and 10.5miles back and forth. Great workout lots of fun. Now, we will ride with our girls to some of the Discovery Stops. Some of the stops on a bike are sketchy due to traffic, crossing under freeways, etc... which is why we did them first. Thank you again TOUR OF NOVATO. Posted by The Fillingers on April 25

Today we visited the College of Marin - Indian Valley campus! Posted by Sims Family on April 24

I went to Pacheco Valle today and discovered trails I didn’t know before.i have one more destination on my list- Stafford Lake. I’m really enjoying the Tour of Novato this year. Posted by Barbara Roddie on April 24

I’ve raised my goal to $900. Come on San Ramon families! Support our school with your donations. Posted by Barbara Roddie on April 24

Hi everyone! I wanted to shoot out a message to my previous supporters directly, since Facebook hasn't proven to be that successful yet. For the Tour of Novato this weekend, I have a route planned for Saturday after Izzy's softball game in the morning that's ≈18miles. I'll be able to clear 6 of the discovery stops along the way. Weather permitting, I may try to get a ride in on Sunday too. Thanks again for your support. Olive Elementary really needs all the help it can get....we're currently ranked 12th! Much love, Chris p.s. Here's a map of my planned route. https://i.imgur.com/FUrswpS.png Posted by Chris Rosa on April 23

Today we went to Mount Burdell! Posted by Sims Family on April 22

I’ve raised my goal to $900. Come on San Ramon families! Thank need your support for our school! Posted by on April 22

Thank you so much for sponsoring my participation in Tour of Novato! I appreciate the support for MSA and NHS! Posted by Michelle Cortez on April 21

Way to GO SINALOA! Having fun raising school funds and exploring our wonderful town! Posted by Starn Family on April 20

🌟All 16 Discovery Stops completed today,with the 🐄cows at Mt. Burdell our final stop!🤗So fun finding new trails and parks to hike again in the future!🥾 Posted by Lukey Karl & Family on April 19

Today James and Daddy biked to Novato High School and Hill Recreation Area. Posted by Sims Family on April 18

Please support Loma Verde by donating to my Tour of Novato account! Thank you Posted by Cheriann Reed on April 18

First time on my bike in ages, so took it easy today. 7.37 miles and I hit Rush Creek, Deer Island, City Hall & the Novato History Museum, then home. Check out my ride here. https://www.strava.com/activities/5150776007 Hope to get back out this week. Thanks for your support!! Posted by Chris Rosa on April 18

Getting a late start, but jumping on the bike today. Since there isn't an actual route, I'll be picking these off as I can, rather than by Week. Stay tuned for more updates! Posted by Chris Rosa on April 18

Today we visited Deer Island Preserve and Rush Creek Preserve! Posted by Sims Family on April 17

$400 raised for School Fuel from a $1-$2 garage sale (and a few FB garage sale posts)! Time to clear out your closets??? Posted by House of Winsor on April 17

Garage sale everything $1-$2 - all $$$ goes to School Fuel! 770 St. Francis Ave. 4/17 Today! Posted by House of Winsor on April 17

Trying to raise money for the kids schools. Anything you can donate is greatly appreciated. Posted by The Smith Family on April 14

Garage Sale Saturday April 17 - All Proceeds Go to Tour of Novato! Most items $1 - 8:00 am @770 St. Francis Ave. Posted by House of Winsor on April 14

Thank you, Ms. Richardson, for all you do for SJMS! Posted by TEAM BARABAN on April 13

We got this Sinaloa! 71% to Goal - Keep on fundraising. 100% of amount raised goes back to the school! Posted by Swanson House on April 13

We GOT THIS SINALOA! Thank you for your support for our middle school and please sponsor our family! Posted by Starn Family on April 12

Thanks guys! Having fun on the Tour. Posted by Hall Family on April 11

Today we visited Novato History Museum and Novato City Hall and have now visited more than half of the discovery stops. 7 more to go! Posted by Sims Family on April 10

Making headway on my tour of Novato stops!! Enjoying some nice long walks! Thanks so much for your support!!! Posted by Susan Halstead on April 10

Thank you all for jumping on board to help me with my tour! I went to two stops today and posted them on my facebook page. Please follow me on my journey www.facebook.com/haven.oh Posted by Haven O\'Halloran on April 9

I'm blessed to have support from some of the best people in Novato! Thank you so much to my long time neighbor, Joan, I've known since I was 2 years old. And to Susan Mathews, Novato Citizen of the Year, who I've had the pleasure of working with through School Fuel. Posted by Shelley Vasquez on April 9

Today we visited the Pacheco Valle Preserve! Posted by Sims Family on April 8

Thank you Lucy for supporting our local schools. Posted by Sharon Gonzales on April 8

Please support me, my school, and all Novato schools through School Fuel by making a donation. Posted by Sadie Sammons on April 7

Today we visited Stafford Lake. We had a picnic and ran around. My favorite part was the zipline. Posted by Sadie Sammons on April 7

We started our tour. Join us or support us along the way. Posted by The Cavanaugh family on April 7

We started our tour. Join us or support us along the way. Posted by The Cavanaugh family on April 7

We started our tour. Join us or support us along the way. Posted by on April 7

We started our tour. Join us or support us along the way. Posted by The Cavanaugh family on April 7

Scorpion Families! Don't miss this opportunity for a great family outing. You can support School Fuel and San Jose while enjoying a safe and healthy activity that doesn't involve screen time! Posted by Deborah Richardson on April 7

Today we visited San Marin High School, Miwok Park, and Pioneer Park! Posted by Sims Family on April 6

We have officially FINISHED week ONE for the Tour Of Novato! Whoo whoooo - much more fun to come ! Posted by The Mata Familia on April 3

Thank you to those that have supported so far! Let's go Sinaloa! Keep on raising money to support our schools! Posted by Swanson House on April 1

Let’s GO NOVATO!!! Thank you for supporting our schools! Posted by Starn Family on March 31

Wow, I'm filled with gratitude towards my fellow classmates of San Marin Class of 1984. Such generous donations from Michael Pineda, Erik Bala and Dennis Gray. Thanks Jill Keough Chapman for the donation and encouragement. Thanks to them, I’m at the top of the leaderboard! Posted by Shelley Vasquez on March 31

Thanks Jill Keough Chapman, class of 1984! Appreciate the shout out! Posted by Shelley Vasquez on March 30

Wow! The Tour of Novato put on by School Fuel is back. We are riding to raise funds for Marin School of the Arts and Novato 2021 seniors. Thank you for your support Posted by John & Dana Marshall on March 30

I hope you can help me fundraise for an amazing school! Let's go Loma Verde! Posted by Lisa Hanley on March 22

I hope you can help me fundraise for an amazing school! Posted by Lisa Hanley on March 22

Let's do this, Loma Verde! Please donate to help raise money for my school. I will be participating in the Tour of Novato this year to raise money for Loma Verde and hope to meet my goal of $50 in donations. No donation is too small! Thank you!!! Posted by Cheriann Reed on March 17

One of my favorite projects supported by School Fuel and PTA is building the foundations of a Robotics team at SJMS! Through their efforts and generosity, we are working to build a program that ANY student can participate in. Right now, 12 students are taking a course in Robotics and we have 20 kits. Potentially, 40 students could participate next year. Do you want our kids building the next Mars Rover? I do! Posted by Deborah Richardson on March 15

As our students return, there is so much that we want to offer to re-engage them in school! We want to support the PTA with their efforts to offer after school activities and we want to focus on Mental Health as we work to recover. We appreciate the ongoing support of our families and the community. Go Scorpions! Posted by Deborah Richardson on March 14

The Tour of Novato is coming up in April. I hope you will support me by being one of my sponsors for the Tour of Novato 2021. I will be riding my bike to some of the tour destinations and walking or hiking to some of them with my dog, Felicia. My daughter, Belinda, a high school teacher in Contra Costa will be joining me some of the time. Any donation helps programs at San Ramon Elementary where I work. This has been a tough year with distance learning due to the pandemic but most of our students are back in school part time. Whatever you donate to me will help students, teachers and staff next year in many ways. Thank you for your support! Posted by Barbara Roddie on March 9

The 2021 Tour of Novato is off and running (or, more accurately, riding). We plan to ride our bikes to as many as the Novato Discovery Stops as possible. We'll keep you posted on our progress. As always, thanks for your support. Posted by Wilson Family on February 19