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6th Annual NewtonPAC Special Educator Awards

Newton Parent Advisory Council for Special Education is pleased to announce the
6th Annual NewtonPAC Special Educator Awards!
The Special Educator Awards are given by parent or guardian nomination to staff members who have done exceptional work with children with special needs (those on IEPs and 504 plans). Nominations are now open for the awards!

Please note that the awards do not identify you or your child by name, to preserve the child’s confidentiality. Only the honoree is given the name of the family who nominated him or her. Please send your nomination to 2015pacawards@gmail.com, with the following information:

Your name
Your email
Your school
Nominee’s name
Nominee’s email
A short nomination about why your nominee is so special.

Please try to include details and examples if you can, try to not just say, “Miss Smith is great!” Please keep the nominating paragraph to 3 sentences ( to be read aloud at the ceremony). If you like, you may also include a longer nomination or a letter to your nominee, which will not be read out loud and will only be given to the nominee, with their award.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
• The deadline for the awards is June 1st. (In the past few years, about 80% of the awards nominations have come in within a day of the deadline. Please, please try to just do your nomination now, it really lowers the stress for the awards committee! Plus it’s nice for your honoree to know sooner rather than later, so that they can plan to attend. Many honorees bring family members and friends to see them receive their awards.)

• In past years it has been possible to be flexible about the deadline. Please note that since programs will be printed this year, they will NOT be extending the deadline. Please get your nominations in on time!

June 10th, 6:00 pm
Newton North High School Student Center
457 Walnut Street

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Brain study volunteers needed

Research coordinator in the Child and Adolescent Mood Disorders Laboratory at McLean Hospital is currently inviting mothers and their 12-14 year old healthy daughters to participate in our study on how the brain changes during adolescence. This study is trying to uncover patterns of brain activity that may lead to the development of depression later in adolescence — that way, they may be able to do a better job of predicting depression, and, potentially, treating it.

Please download the attached PAD_Flyer for information about the study or contact Angela Pisoni at 617- 855-4428.

http://cdasr.mclean.harvard.edu

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Summer rowing on the Charles at CRI Co-Ed Clinics

Summer rowing for ages 12-18!

Learn to Row – Everyone begins here: covers a complete introduction to the sport of rowing including rowing/coxing technique as well as boat safety. The goal of the program is to develop a solid foundation of skills, taught in a fun and supportive environment. Clinics run in 2-week sessions, morning or afternoon, throughout the summer. Clinics begin June 15th.

Skills Development: for rowers who have completed Learn to Row and want to continue building their skills and improving rowing technique. The clinics will focus on improving rowing skill and preparing rowers for future competition. Clinics run in 2-week sessions, morning or afternoon, throughout the summer. Financial aid available.

for information and registration, please visit  communityrowing.org. For questions, email nonna@communityrowing.org

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Nanny available for summer

Newton South alum home from college for summer is available now through mid-August for child care. Can do school/camp drop-off and pick-up as she has her own car. Lifeguard certified, fluency in French, some Russian.

Please contact Valerie through Gabriele Kottke at 617-357-5212.

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Intro to the ‘Craft of Fiction Writing’ Class

In July, Next Level Up will be hosting an exciting, engaging, creative and collaborative opportunity for budding writers who would like to be immersed in the craft of creating their own fiction. Students will take part in many interactive, thought provoking, and fun writing activities. There will be a heavy focus on developing all elements of a fictional story, in addition to word choice, sentence structure, figurative language, and revision. Contact for more information at 781-540-1123 or info@nextleveluptutoring.com or visit the website to learn the details and download a registration form: www.nextleveluptutoring.com .

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Call Y3K Tutor in your home today

When schoolwork goes the wrong way!

Their many years of experience in teaching and educational consulting has developed the right way to motivate, the right way to teach, be understood, and be remembered.  Tutors are available for special ed. such as ADD, ADHD, Asperger’s, Autism, Executive Function, and gifted as well as regular ed. and test preparation.  In addition to academic subjects, they teach children organizational skills, homework coaching, study skills, and time management. All subjects and ages are taught.  Parents can now receive 25% off the first lesson.  Call 781-492-8700 or visit http://www.Y3KTutorInYourHome.com.

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Piano instruction

Flexible summer scheduling makes now an ideal time to try piano lessons. Berklee and New England Conservatory graduate with 30+ years teaching experience. Beginners welcome. Build a high quality musical foundation with a patient, upbeat, and caring teacher. Please contact Gloria Jasinski at 617-566-9704 or email piano566@comcast.net.

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Boy Scouts Troop 9 Fifteenth Annual CAR WASH

Please come support a great cause! Funds support troop’s civic initiatives

Best price and best car wash in Newton!
Scouts hand wash and dry your car!

When: Saturday, MAY 30th (rain date to be announced), 9:30 am – 2:30 pm
Where: Union Church, Corner of Beacon & Waban Ave., Waban
Price: $8 (minivans & SUV’s – $10)

http://troop9newton.org

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Roman Totenberg Memorial Concert

Dedicated to the Memory of Ronald Knudsen, Music Director and Conductor of the New Philharmonia Orchestra

With featured performers:

  • Dr. Vera Rubin – violin
  • Professor Daniel Stepner – violin
  • Professor Mark Berger – viola
  • Professor Markus Placci – violin
  • Esther Ning – piano
  • and the winners of the Roman Totenberg Young Strings Competition – Austin & Kaley Kwuon, Hana Delegorete and Tristan Flores.

With music by Brahms, Sarasate, Saint-Saens, Wieniawsky, Martinu and Franck and a reception catered by Whole Foods Market. The Roman Totenberg Memorial Concert is a program of the Festival of the Arts – a month long, citywide celebration and showcase of Newton’s talented citizens and organizations. Proceeds from the Festival will help support Newton’s four food pantries, nonprofit arts and cultural organizations as well as cultivating Newton’s young artists.

Tickets are $40.00 adults/$15.00 Seniors & Students and can be purchased at www.newtoncommunitypride.org/festival

Saturday, May 16th, 7:30pm
Newton Cultural Center
City Hall, 1000 Commonwealth Avenue

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Newton Dance Concert

The month-long Festival of the Arts continues its celebration and showcase of Newton artists, with Newton Dance Concert, the first known concert of dance companies based in Newton. Participating groups include CreationDance, directed by Helena Froehlich, Dance Currents Inc., directed by Kathy Hassinger, Selmadanse, directed by Joanie Block, and Thaillai Fine Arts Academy, directed by Sunanda Narayanan.

The Festival of the Arts is a month long, citywide celebration and showcase of Newton’s talented citizens and organizations. There are sixty events throughout the month that cover almost every art form. Proceeds from the Festival will help support Newton’s four food pantries, nonprofit arts and cultural organizations as well as cultivating Newton’s young artists. To learn more about the offerings or to purchase tickets, visit www.newtoncommunitypride.org/festival

Tickets are $20.00 adults/$15.00 Students, Seniors & Boston Dance Alliance members.

Sunday, May 17th, 3:00 pm – Reception following
Newton Highlands Congregational Church
54 Lincoln Street, Newton Highlands

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