Are you looking for a fun way to contribute to the Bigelow community? Please consider becoming part of ​Creative Arts and Sciences (CAS)​. If you’ve been part of CAS at the elementary school level, you know that it’s a great program. If you’ve never been part of CAS, this is the perfect opportunity to participate on a highly revered PTO funded program. CAS brings enrichment programming to students in K-8, all funded by the PTO. Check out the city-wide CAS website to learn more about CAS happenings in all of the schools.

About CAS at Bigelow:

In a typical school year, CAS at Bigelow brings 8-9 enrichment programs. All the systems are in place and ready to pass on. The administration is highly supportive as are teachers. In the past Bigelow has brought in programming from Tanglewood Marionettes, New England Aquarium and Theatre Espresso. This year Bigelow has brought in authors Sheela Chari and Gregory Mone, and is looking forward to a visit from NASA astronaut, Susan Kirlan in the spring.

Have questions before committing or are you ready to sign up? Please contact: Alexandra Cohen, current Bigelow CAS Chair, ​acohen415@gmail.com

* If you have a friend that’s interested, you can both participate – co-chairing is always welcome!

The PTO invites all Bigelow caregivers for a conversation with Superintendent Dr. David A. Fleishman and members of the School Committee about what is happening in the District, including future enrollment news.

The PTO will be raffling off two tickets to Big Night and parents can bring in auction items for collection.

Monday, March 9th, 7pm @ the Bigelow Library.

Calling all 8th grade parents and caregivers! Can you help out with the upcoming Bake Sale on Super Tuesday – March 3rd?

The polls will be teeming with people casting their ballots and the proceeds will go towards lowering the cost for all 8th graders end-of-year celebration event. Last year the 8th graders went on the Boston Odyssey Cruise for their end-of-year celebration.

Right now we need parents to lead & organize this event. Can you help? Let us know at bigelowbulldog@gmail.com. The PTO has a tried and true process for this type of event but we need parents to take the lead. Please consider being a leader.

A sign up sheet will be posted closer to the date for shifts and items needed. Kids are encouraged to help with their parents.

Given Governor Baker’s recent signing of the Hands-Free Driving Bill , Mass Safe Routes to School is promoting a Yard Sign Contest with the theme of “Distracted Driving.” The contest will officially open on February 25, 2020, and the deadline for all submissions is March 27, 2020. Complete contest information as well as entry submission is on the MassDOT website. More information here.

Bigelow families will have another skate outing in March! Save the date and plan to come with the whole family and friends for a fun night of ice skating at the Warrior Ice Arena on Friday, March 27th from 8pm-10pm! Lots of kids came out last year that had never skated, so bring your friends and come out!

WE NEED YOUR HELP!

We need 60 items for the Big Night 2020 silent auction. We are asking every grade to donate 20 items.

Can you donate a vacation house getaway, a gift certificate from your favorite restaurant, sports tickets? Can you host a party or BBQ at your house or ask a business for an item or monetary donation?

Please contact Chairpersons, Cheryl Abramson (cherylzabramson@gmail.com) or Alexia Giannakopoulos (alexiag5@yahoo.com) if you have any questions.

Also, you can go to www.bigelowpto.org for Big Night 2020 donation forms, ticket information and more!

ps – Tickets will be on sale soon! Please watch out for a message about it this week. 

Calling all 8th grade parents and caregivers! Can you help out with the upcoming Bake Sale on Super Tuesday – March 3rd?

The polls will be teeming with people casting their ballots and the proceeds will go towards lowering the cost for all 8th graders end-of-year celebration event. Last year the 8th graders went on the Boston Odyssey Cruise for their end-of-year celebration.

Right now we need a few parents to lead & organize this event. Can you help? Let us know at bigelowbulldog@gmail.com. The PTO has a tried and true process for this type of event but we need parents to take the lead. Please consider being a leader.

A sign up sheet will be posted closer to the date for shifts and items needed. Kids are encouraged to help with their parents.