Local family is seeking a NSHS student for babysitting on some afternoons during the week. Their 6 year old son loves to play Legos and they need someone to come play with him and keep him entertained within walking distance to NSHS (near the end of Dudley Rd). If interested, please call Ms. Lida Famili at 617-467-4687 or email lidafamili@gmail.com.
West Suburban YMCA Summer Camps
Please see the attached camp flyer from the YMCA for information on Summer Camp options: Camp Flyer.
New Preteen Wellness Group!
Safe and fun environment for students ages 9-12 to discuss any of life’s stresses or issues. It will be a four week after school psychoeducational group that will promote wellness around topics such as body image, peer pressure, self-esteem and bullying.
Contact MEDA at 617-558-1881 or email info@medainc.org to learn more or visit the website: www.medainc.org.
For 6th Grade Parents – Volunteers needed to help with Bike Education Program
We are in need of several volunteers to help run the middle school bike education program we are piloting in April. Can you help?
NPS Health and Wellness Coordinator Dana Bennet has compiled a curriculum tailored to middle schoolers aimed at increasing their bike safety awareness including new skills like safe route planning, making themselves more visible and ensuring their bikes are road ready. She will be piloting this in PE class for 6th graders at Bigelow during students’ regularly scheduled PE period. A successful run here will help get it rolling at all the middle schools next year.
Volunteers needed:
Monday April 11th 8:00 am – 10:30 am
Wednesday April 13th 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
National Day of Silence
April 15, 2016 is the National Day of Silence, a student-led action sponsored by Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network’s (GLSEN) in which thousands of students around the country will remain silent for all or part of the school day to call attention to the harassment and discrimination faced by lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender youth. The Bigelow GSA (Gay Straight Alliance) has organized activities for this day.
Bigelow students can show their support and participate in the Day of Silence in two ways.
1) REMAIN SILENT FOR THE DAY – Students making this choice are expected to participate non-verbally in all school-related activities, both in the classroom and the cafeteria. Students can choose to wear a Day of Silence button and carry a “speaking” card that explains their silence.
2) BE AN ALLY – Allies will not remain silent themselves, but will respect the silence of others. Students can choose to sign an ally poster and wear an ally button to show their support.
For Mason Rice Alumni
Mason-Rice Principal Mark Springer’s Retirement Party & Events
Former Mason-Rice families: All good things must come to an end…and so this year, the Mason-Rice community is celebrating the end of Mark Springer’s 21-year tenure as principal. All past and present Mason-Rice teachers, parents, families and friends are invited to Mark’s Retirement Party, Friday, May 13, 2016 from 6:30-11:30PM at the Sheraton Needham. Live band, great food and special memories. The event is ticketed, it’s for those 21 and older, and it may sell out. Purchase your tickets today at www.masonrice.org/springer. Like the Retirement Events Facebook page here to get updates and notifications about the party and a variety of celebratory events planned for this spring, including a special edition of the Mason-Rice Fun Run for graduates. For more info and questions, visit the website.
From the Nurse’s office – April Newsletter
Two ways to help us with The Bigelow Speakeasy
THE BIGELOW SPEAKEASY is Saturday, May 14th at the Commander’s Mansion in Watertown.
We have two ways you can help support the great Bigelow event!!
- DONATE TO THE AUCTION: One of the most popular parts of our parent social is the silent auction. To make the silent auction a success, we are asking the Bigelow Community to contribute items. Click here for more information on how you can help with this effort and our donation form.
- GET INVOLVED: Our next planning meeting is Thurs April 7th and we would love to have you join in. Meeting will be at the Commander’s Mansion in Watertown at 7:00. Please email Beth Panella at beth.ann.panella@bankofamerica.com at if you have any questions.
The 1st Annual Bigelow Bowls is this SUNDAY – April 10th
We hope you can join in for Bigelow’s 1st Annual Family event in Boston taking place on Sunday 4/10 from 4-5:30 at Boston Bowl.
Click here for the flyer that also came home with your child this past weekend. Please return the completed slip with payment ASAP. We are looking forward to seeing you!!
A special thank you to Kyra Mercado for organizing this event. The Bigelow PTO is underwriting a portion of this evening.
A Welcoming City discussion
Help us ensure that Newton is open to people of all races/ethnicities, religions, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and disabilities.
On Thursday evening, April 7th, Mayor Warren will host the first annual community discussion focused on ensuring that Newton is a welcoming community to people of all backgrounds. The forum will include leaders from our community and beyond. This will be an opportunity for residents of all ages to ask questions, and join us in making Newton the most inclusive community it can be.
The discussion will be held in the War Memorial of Newton City Hall, located at 1000 Commonwealth Avenue, on Thursday, April 7th at 6:30 pm.