Category Archives: From the PTO

Just Think: Teens Making Smart Choices Expo on January 7

Wondering what resources Newton offers for teens and families?
ALL parents/guardians and teens are invited!

Just Think: Teens Making Smart Choices Expo
Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at 5 PM – 7:30 PM
Newton North High School
Sponsored by the Newton North PTSO

  • Discover community resources promoting positive decision making for teens
  • Enjoy refreshments and student performances as you browse the exhibits
  • Engage teens with fitness and science activities and free pizza

10th grade parents/guardians: The expo coincides with Sophomore Night so come early to explore the exhibits!

Walnut and Lowell Street lots and Hull Street will be available for parking. Please observe neighborhood signs and restrictions.

Say you’re coming and invite friends on Facebook!

My sidewalks are always covered in snow in the winter. Can we still walk to school?

Answer brought to you by Massachussets Safe Routes to School

Walking is always an option, regardless of the time of year— it just involves a little extra planning during snowy months. The people or departments responsible for snow removal prioritize walking school bus routes. SRTS outreach coordinators can help with maps.  With a good plan and some community support, walking can take place year-round. After all, we’re hearty New Englanders, an occasional Nor’easter won’t deter us!

Download Bigelow snow removal map here.

Be a part of Big Night 2020 planning!

Our kickoff meeting is this Wednesday, Dec 4. Come join the fun and be a part of planning Bigelow’s biggest night of the year! We are looking for people to make Big Night a big success. We need your help; please bring your hands, ideas and skills!

When: Wed, December 4, 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Where: 81 Montrose St, Newton, MA 02458, USA (map)
Hosted by Alexis Giannakopoulos and Cheryl Abramson

Big Night is Bigelow PTO’s biggest social and fundraising event of the year. It’s a night where the Bigelow (adult) community gets together to enjoy music, great food and drinks, bid on wonderful auction items, and meet and catch up with other Bigelow parents and staff. More here.

Please contact us @ bigelowbulldog@gmail.com if you would like to be involved. Thank you in advance for your support of this event.

Please clear your sidewalk so students can walk safely to school

Newton Residential and Business Snow Ordinances – new for 2019!
  • Residents must remove snow and ice from their sidewalk to a width of 36 inches within 24 hours of snow falling. The fine for failing to do so is $50 (after an initial warning).
  • The snow removed must be placed on the owner’s property and not on the street or sidewalk. The fine for “dumping” snow is $100 for the first offense, $200 for the second, and $300 for the third.
  • Certain business and mixed use districts must remove snow and ice within 12 hours.
  • For the complete ordinances and exemptions, click here

If uncleared sidewalks are keeping you or your children from getting where you need to go, report them on 311. Download the app, snap a pic, note your location, and hit submit. Be specific with your concern and category. You may report anonymously or login.

Thank you for clearing your sidewalks so all can walk safely!

More at Newton Safe Routes to School.

Did you know? – Emergency Text Messages

Newton Public Schools has implemented an emergency text messaging system. In the event of an emergency, NPS will alert you via text on your cell phone. Please note that this system will ONLY be used for emergencies, including weather-related school closings or delays. It will not be used to share information about regular school events or operations.

To receive emergency text messages, you MUST opt-in to receive text messages. You can do this by logging into Aspen and selecting “yes” in the drop-down box below your cell phone number in the contact information section.

Blue Ribbon BBQ Dinner this Tuesday

Pre-Thanksgiving dinner. Before you head out of town or start cooking for the holiday, order dinner from Blue Ribbon BBQ or eat at the restaurant to support our school. When you purchase your meal, say you are from Bigelow. The restaurant will donate 20% of your meal’s price back to the Bigelow PTO.

Blue Ribbon BBQ Dinner
Tuesday, November 26
Order In or Take Out

  • 1375 Washington Street, Newton, MA 02465
  • 908 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA 02476
  • 342 Washington Street, Dedham, MA 02026

Bigelow PTO will get 20% of your meal’s price!
http://www.blueribbonbbq.com/west-newton.aspx