Attention 5th Grade Parents

Attention 5th Grade Parents at Angier, Bowen, Countryside, Mason-Rice, Memorial Spaulding, Williams & Zervas Elementary Schools:

HIGHLANDS AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM is hosting an Open House on Sunday, June 1st from 5:00 – 6:00 pm. The program is just for middle school kids attending Brown and Oak Hill Middle Schools and applications for fall 2014 are being accepted now. Transportation is arranged from the school to their great location in Newton Highlands’ Hyde Community Gym. Space is limited! For more enrollment information contact Rochelle Acker at 617-999-4617 or highlandsafterschool@gmail.com or visit our website: www.highlandsafterschool.org.

Kesher – Newton Jewish Community After School Program

Kesher Newton now enrolling for Fall 2014. Kesher Newton is an after-school program that offers a hands on and indepth approach to Jewish learning for students in grades K-7! Now located on Hammond Pond Parkway, convenient to Newton, housed inside the building of Congregation Mishkan Tefila, Kesher’s warm and inviting new space accommodates its expanding student base and its many family activities.

Kesher Newton is a nationally-recognized alternative to traditional Hebrew School, where children learn Jewish culture and Hebrew language in a spirited, camp-like environment. Kesher’s innovative curriculum challenges students intellectually, while fostering Jewish commitment, joy of learning, and active community participation. Kesher Newton is an independent pluralistic community that is welcoming to all.

For more information, visit keshernewton.org, or call 617-244-5390, or email info@keshernewton.org .

 

Experienced peer tutor – Math/Science

18 year old Belmont Hill graduating honor student available to tutor your Elementary, Middle, High School, or College son or daughter. Experienced childcare provider.
High performance tutoring in the following courses:

  • All math courses through BC Calculus, including Geometry, Algebra 2, and Pre-Calculus
  • AP Biology
  • AP Chemistry
  • AP Physics

Call or text 617-549-0331; smithan95@gmail.com for quotes and questions.

Dance studio Open House

All That Jazz Dance Studio is accepting Summer and Fall Registration for Dance Classes! Located in the heart of Nonantum in a brand new State-of-the-Art facility, their classes start at age 2 and are offered 7 days/week.

The Spring Open House will be held on Wednesday, June 11th from 4:00-6:00 or call to arrange an appointment with Deb Lifson Vogel, the Director. All That Jazz is the Proud Winner 4 years in a row of Best Dance Studio for children in Newton, Needham and Wellesley as voted by the Newton Tab Readers Choice Awards! For more information: www.allthatjazznewton.com or missdeb@allthatjazznewton.com or 617-641-0784

Chorus auditions

VOICES BOSTON (formerly PALS Children’s Chorus) is currently holding auditions for its 25th season! They welcome students entering grades K-12 who love to sing to audition for the chorus, which offers vocal training and music literacy in a strong and caring community of peers and teachers. The oldest students also receive training in drama and dance, and have opportunities to participate in tours. Children will gain experience and confidence in this friendly, supportive group as they prepare for and perform multiple concerts a year. Every member of the chorus also performs in an annual opera production. For more information and to sign up for an audition, please visit the website at http://www.voicesboston.org.

Math early bird discount

Summer is a great time to catch up and get a Jump Start into the next year. Mathnasium Learning Center in Newton Highlands offers individualized math summer programs in a fun, relaxing environment. Spread your sessions throughout the summer or complete in a couple of weeks. Save $50 when you register by May 31st at www.mathsummer.com or call to schedule a Free Trial 617-340-3665.

Same Page Parenting: A Free Workshop for The Modern Family

Learn valuable skills to get on the same page with your spouse / partner in the areas of:

• Six Key Practices for the Modern Parent
• Connecting Emotionally: Knowing and Being Known
• Expressing Gratitude

Led by John Badalament: Acclaimed Author, International Family Educator with two decades of experience, and Program Director of The Fatherhood Project. For more information, or to register, please email or call: Beverly Mobilia
beverly_mobilia@newton.k12.ma.us or 617-559-2062

Thursday, June 19th, 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Education Center
100 Walnut St, Room 304
Newton

Sponsored by Newton Community Partnerships for Children & Families

Board Volunteers still needed!!

We will be voting in our slate of 2014 / 2015 PTO officers at the final PTO meeting / thank you get together, Wednesday May 28 at 7pm.

WE NEED A COUPLE MORE PEOPLE TO VOLUNTEER FOR THE BOARD NEXT YEAR!!  Ideally we would love the following on the board to help share the work load.

  • Co-Presidents (2-3 Positions)
  • Vice Presidents (2 Positions)
  • Co-Treasurers (2 Positions)
  • Co-Secretaries (2 Positions)

Click here for more information on the responsibilities of these roles   You can also contact bigelowbulldog@gmail.com or call Carolyn at 617 794 6436 with any questions or to volunteer.

A couple of new faces have indicated their willingness to serve as Vice Presidents next year; Beth Panella and Lex Van der Ploeg.  Thank you!!  We also have three members of this year’s board indicate their willingness to be nominated and serve again next year.  Carolyn Judge, Co-President, Vicki Spetter, Co-Treasurer and Vicki Ritterband, Co-Secretary.

It is a great way to get involved with your student’s school and meet new members of our Bigelow community!!    WE NEED YOU!!

Final PTO Meeting / Appreciation Get Together Next Week on May 28

Please join us for our last Bigelow PTO meeting for this school year and a thank you for your tremendous volunteer service on Wednesday, May 28, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m., at Julie Bourgoin’s house, 44 Whitney Road, Newtonville. Appetizers and beverages will be provided. All are welcome to attend. If you can join us, please respond so we can ensure that we have the proper seating and snacks by emailing jbourgoin@comcast.net or calling 617-320-0040. We do hope you can make it.

We have one formal piece of business at our meeting that evening and that is to vote in a new slate of officers for next year.  If you are interested in serving on the board next year, we would love to have you.  Please go to bigelowpto.org for more information.

Improvements to the intersection at Park St. and Vernon St.

The following was sent out by Principal Harrison last week regarding improvements to the Park St / Vernon St intersection to improve pedestrian safety.

Dear Parents,

We have received word from the City of Newton DPW that work will begin soon on improvements to the intersection of Park St. and Vernon St. adjacent to Bigelow Middle School.

This has long been a dangerous intersection, and after many years of discussion, a trial plan has been approved.  I support this plan along with the neighborhood.  It should improve safety for Bigelow and Underwood students crossing Park and Vernon Streets, while still allowing traffic to flow.  The trial design consists of a pedestrian island at the base of Park Street, and a raised crossing and bump-out on Vernon St.

A temporary structure will be built soon to test this new design while school is still in session.  The construction and new structure may initially cause delays during drop-off and pick-up times.  We encourage students to walk, ride, or take the bus to school, but if you drive your child to school, please give yourself extra time.  Also, please bear with the situation as we assess the impact of these changes.  Our students’ safety is always our foremost concern.

Thanks.

Todd

Todd Harrison
PrincipalBigelow Middle School
42 Vernon St.
Newton, MA 02458
todd_harrison@newton.k12.ma.us
617.559.6800