Category Archives: From the PTO

Did you Know? – Bigelow Library has a website

The Bigelow Library website is a great resource for students. It offers reading suggestions by genre, it has pages on diverse books, coding, global learning and curriculum project links. Check it out: Bigelow Library Home. Students and families can also follow what is going on in the Bigelow Library on Twitter: @BigelowReads.

This past week there was a discussion on banned books: “Bigelow reads banned books because books show us every color of the rainbow  AND banning books silences stories AND censorship leaves us in the dark. Turn your light on by checking out a banned book @ the library this week. Thanks @BannedBooksWeek for these great promotional resources!”

Car Wash this Friday!

Does your car need the “Bigelow shine”? Let the 8th Grade Bigelow Class 2020 get it cleaned up for you! And if you are a little hungry, there will also be a bake sale.

Friday, September 27, 3pm – 4:30pm, in the Bigelow Parking Lot.  Cost: $10.  

All proceeds benefit the 8th grade end-of-year events. Stop by to clean your car, get a bite to eat and be entertained!

For 8th Grade Parents:  If you would like to donate items for the bake sale or help supervise the car wash, please sign up here:  Car Wash / Bake Sale Sign up

2019-2020 Membership Drive

Thank you to all who contributed with the PTO by paying Membership Dues!

Although dues are voluntary, they are critical to help fund enrichment materials for classrooms, technology, community events, and much more. Please take a minute to see what your PTO does for our children and the school.

There’s still time to contribute! Please go to our Membership page and choose the amount you would like to donate. Thanks!

PoPS – Meet the Team

The PoPS would like to invite all parents of performing arts students to meet the team. Help us welcome Kevin William (drama), Cara Bergantino (music/band/orchestra) and Hannah Merchant (tech) to the community. Jamie Albert’s will also join for questions, answers, light appetizers and beverages.

Wednesday, September 25⋅7:00 – 9:00pm, at 155 Waverley Ave

Bigelow’s PE classes outside

“Hello Bigelow Families,
Just letting everyone know that Bigelow’s PE classes will start going outside on Monday September 23rd.  It is a good idea to have layers of clothing.  Sweatshirts and jackets are a great to have.  Also the field is wet in the morning.  An old pair of sneakers should be worn or changed into at school.
Thanks,Ms. Fitz and Mr. P”

You are invited for an evening of conversation about Bigelow and the PTO!

Monday, September 23, from 7 to 8:30 pm at the home of Karen and Larry Markson, 150 Hunnewell Ave.

Please join us for the first PTO gathering of the year where we will discuss the 2019/2020 Bigelow school year and how you can get involved! 

Your involvement is critical to making this year a successful one, and we are so grateful for your support. Come and meet other Bigelow parents, both new and current, and enjoy a glass of wine and light appetizers!

Principal Todd Harrison will update parents on the happenings at the school and PTO officers will talk about PTO events and plans for the 2019-20, including 8th Grade Activities and volunteering opportunities.

Hope to see you there!

Would you like to see more kids walk and bike to school?

International Walk & Roll to School Day is the first week of October. In preparation, Newton parents – what is it that keeps you or your children from walking or biking safely to your destination? Be part of the solution and alert the City of Newton via Newton 311. 

Potholes, sidewalk repairs, traffic signal not working, faded or missing crosswalks, shrubs overtaking the sidewalk. Snap a photo, note the location, and submit to Newton 311: https://newtonma.mycusthelp.com/webapp

Submit on the city webpage or download the mobile app. Include photos if you can. You can also call 311 from your landline, 617-796-100 from cell to report problems. Make Newton safer for everyone!

Brought to you by the Newton Safe Routes to School Task Force 
https://www.facebook.com/NewtonSafeRoutes
newtonsaferoutes@gmail.com

Interested in leading the Safe Routes to School Team at Bigelow? Contact us: bigelowbulldog@gmail.com