Category Archives: From the PTO

Middle school parents and students are invited to the Just Think Expo

Middle school parents and students are invited to the Just Think: Teens Making Smart Choices Expo on Tuesday, January 7, from 5:00-7:30 p.m., at Newton North High School, for participative, informative exhibits; live music; free refreshments; and fun. Meet 30 community exhibitors who help teens navigate life’s pressures in order to stay safe and healthy. Get information about everything from vaping and personal safety to healthy eating and body confidence to stress reduction and mental health support.

Sponsored by the Newton North PTSO, with support from Newton PTO Council.

This year’s expo will include the following fun elements:

  • Treat bags for the first 50 students who come with their parent/guardian
  • Prize drawing. Grand prize: AirPods
  • A capella performances by student groups
  • Free henna tattoos
  • Cookie decorating
  • Boxing activity
  • Science demos

Please learn more about the expo and see the exhibitor list at NorthPTSO.org.
The Facebook event is at https://www.facebook.com/events/474558366514037/

Happy Holidays!

The PTO would like to wish all of our students, families, faculty, and staff a joyous holiday season and a happy new year. Thank you for your continued support to help us make Bigelow a stronger and supportive school environment.

Co-Presidents – Karen Markson and Una Simmons
Vice President – Joana Canedo
Treasurer – Linda Gillespie
Secretary  – Vicki Spetter

Save the Date for Big Night 2020

Big Night 2020: Saturday, March 28th at the Ancient Order of Hibernians

This fundraising event is for adults in the Bigelow community to come together for a night of food, fun & cheer. There will be music, a silent auction & more – all the Ancient Order of Hibernians, in Watertown.
Please contact Cheryl Abramson  (cherylzabramson@gmail.com) or  Alexia Giannakopoulos (alexiag5@yahoo.com) if you would like to be involved in the organization of this fun event. The next planning meeting will be January 22nd at 7pm. Come be a part of it!

More about the Bigelow Big Night.

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.