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Oct 10
School Council Meeting
Forms due for Flu Clinic
Oct 12
Burr Garden Cleanup
Burr Flu Clinic
Oct 12
Parent Principal Coffee
Oct 27
Halloween Family Fun Night
Nov 1
Elementary Early Release
Nov 12
Veterans Day-
No School
Nov 21
Early Release 12:00pm
Nov 22-Nov 23
Thanksgiving Break
No School
Nov 27, 28, 30
Bookfair
Nov 27
PTO Meeting
(tentative)
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PTO Co-Presidents' Letter | | |
 It's October at Burr! We look forward to the crisp air, the beautiful foliage and of course Halloween Family Fun Night! October is also the launch of our single major fundraiser of the year - A Gift for Burr. With the Gift for Burr 100% of your donation goes straight to the benefit of our children. And remember the earlier you contribute, the more chances you have to win.
Get the full details.
We have a financial goal to raise $35,000.00 but equally important is 100% family participation. You should have received the familiar Red envelope with everything you need to know about the campaign including information about the great programs that you'll be helping to support . Please help to make this year's event the most successful ever! And remember to check for corporate matching!
Thanks to everyone who participated in the "Walk / Bike to School day". The flags around the tree were quite spectacular - and some were very creative - mixing multiple flags together as one.
Halloween Family Fun Night (HFFN) is one of the most well attended community building events at Burr. Please consider donating a bit of time to help with this beloved Burr event. Contact Stephanie Mamis if you are able to help.
It was wonderful to see so many parents at the first PTO Meeting - and we wanted to especially welcome the new families. If you couldn't  make it, you can find the Budget Presentation on the PTO Web Site. The budget was unanimously approved! In the budget we committed to providing over $40,000.00 in support to Burr. The vast majority of the funds will go toward Academic Support, Technology and Classroom Support. Sincere thanks for hard work of our Treasurer Rachael McCarthy for her presentation of the 2012-2013 budget.
The PTO would like to extend a very big thank you to Mindy Johal and th e entire school staff for an informative and fun Curriculum Night. Your dedication to our kids could be heard, seen, and felt throughout the evening.
We are so lucky to have you teaching our children.
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International Walk and Bike to School Day Was a BIG SUCCESS!
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 Last Wednesday's International Walk to School Day was a huge success, with 331 students (80%!) walking, biking or scooting to school! Add in the kids who rode the bus, and our total participation was over 85%! A special shout-out to Ms. Canning's 3rd grade class and Ms. Taylor's
4th grade class - both had 92% participation! A new addition this year was our International Flag Garden, with many students making and planting flags representing their family's heritage. Thanks to everyone who made this day possible, and remember - every day is a great day to walk (and bike or scoot) to school!
Do you have any questions?
Email us: BurrSafeRoutes@burrpto.org
For more information visit: Safe Routes
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BOOYA
is starting up again.
(Burr Organization of Youth Action)
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Mr. Gaita talked to the 5th grade classes about BOOYA and how they can be a part of this community service group. In the past, BOOYA helped raise money for families in Japan, picked up litter every Monday, sang songs at a local nursing home, collected toys and pajamas for families in need, ran a bake sale to benefit the Auburndale Library, and started a snow shoveing club. The 5th grade AMBASSADORS are so important to BOOYA, as well as family volunteers.
If you are interested in being a part of BOOYA
please email Mr. Gaita
It would be great if we had 2-3 parents who would be able to help facilitate this group with Mr. Gaita. Our next meeting will be in Mr. Gaita's room on Thursday, October 11th at 7:45 for adults and 8:00am for 5th grade AMBASSADORS. We hope to have another successful year.
GO BOOYA!!!
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GUYS READ Book Group Is Back!
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On Thursday, November 1 the GUYS READ book group will meet to discuss their first book. Boys from all grades can come to the meeting with a grown-up. We welcome fathers, brothers, uncles, and grandfathers.
At the meeting the guys will discuss a book, eat some snacks, and maybe even win some fun treasures.
The first book will be
the newest Captain Underpants book called:
This funny book brings readers back in time to the carefree days of kindergarten, when the worst thing George and Harold had to face was NOT evil mad scientists or alien cafeteria ladies but a kid named Kipper Krupp.
If you are interested in attending please meet in Mr. Gaita's room at 6:00pm ready to discuss the whole book. For families who would like to read the book but need some support, Mrs. Johal has offered to help out. Please email Mr. Gaita to ask for a book.
Amazon has the book available for $9.99.
We hope to see you there guys!
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Burr Garden Cleanup--
This Friday, Oct 12th, 3-5pm
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Come join fellow parents and students to help with the fall cleanup for the Burr Garden. We had wonderful year and now it's time to prepare the beds for winter. Please bring yard waste bags, shovels, racks, garden gloves and a water bottle or something warm to drink if it's cold. We'll be out there even if mist or light rain. Students can join the work effort.
We hope to see you there! Go Gardening! Questions? Please contact Megan Ulland or Marlene Gibson P.S. Come spring, we'd love any donations of garden items you no longer want especially tomato cages or trellises or rodent/rabbit fencing. Let Megan or Marlene know if you have that in your garden shed or garage and want to be rid of it! Back to Top
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| The Election Day Bake Sale Needs You! | |
 Election Day is just weeks away--Tuesday, November 6th--
That means it is Bake Sale time for the Burr PTO.
We need volunteers to staff the table all day when polls are open-- 7 am to 8 pm. We especially need people for the afternoon shifts. You are welcome to bring your kids with you on your shift. Kids can practice Everyday Math skills by making change!
Sign Up NOW! Also needed: - Lots and lots of donations of food--Homemade or store
 bought. - Individually wrapped with ingredients listed (especially whether or not there are nuts) is best.
- Donate a box or two of Joe for the morning voters.
Voter turn out is expected to be high this year. The 2008 bake sale took in over $2000.00 for the PTO. Questions? Contact Erika Drezner
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Creative Arts and Sciences Welcomes
Ms. Irene Smalls
For Another Great Storytelling Presentation |
October 18th at 9:15am
Ms. Smalls will present
to the 1st graders
in the Cafetorium
Author Irene Smalls brings her stories to life in a dramatic presentation for Burr students. She shares how she "became an author in kindergarten" where she learned that "reading was a thing to do that is loud and fun". Ms. Smalls writes about life, her children, and the world she sees at the tip of her nose. Her first children's book, "Irene and the Big, Fine Nickel", reflects her fond memories of growing up in Harlem in the 1950s and "Jonathan and His Mommy" is a love song for her son.
Creative Arts and Science programs are
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Are We a Match?
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 We are looking for community members who are interested in becoming trained prevention specialists. CAP volunteers need no previous experience and include parents of pre-school and school-aged children, empty nesters, professionals and retirees who are interested in child safety.
Each year Newton CAP volunteers present approximately 120 workshops to students in kindergarten, second and fifth grade classrooms. Working in teams of 3, volunteers teach children that they have the right to be Safe, Strong and Free with their friends and peers, when they meet adult strangers, and with those who are trusted to take care of them. Using simple and age-appropriate language, volunteer leaders address bullying, stranger safety, and sexual assault by known persons with the students.
We are looking for people who can make a one school year commitment [October-May] and are available to  contribute 4-6 hours per month during the school day. Please join us. The next training session is scheduled to begin October 17, 2012.
For more information
Visit our website
Contact Gail Sommer Director 617.969.5906 x 143
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NNHS Theatre Ink Presents
Rumors
By Neil Simon, Directed by Mr. Dan Fabrizio
Nov. 1,2,&3 at 7:30
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Rumors depicts one uproarious night in the lives of four wealthy couples where everything that can go wrong, does. With their hostess missing and their host mysteriously injured, the party guests must do their best to avoid any rumors spreading that could jeopardize their snooty status. Full of sharp wit and hilarious physical comedy, Rumors pokes fun at today's upper crust with a nod towards the classic farce. This show contains some language that may be inappropriate for younger audiences.
November 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, 2012 at 7:30 pm.
Seating is General Admission. Performing Arts Center at NNHS, 457 Walnut St. Newtonville.
Buy Tickets $7.00 or 617-559-6406.
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Celebrate Waban Library Center's
Third Birthday
with an Evening of Music and Dancing
Saturday October 20th at 8pm
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 Join us for Cocktails, Buffet & Dancing
1608 Beacon Street, Waban
Enjoy a Salsa Dance demonstration
by Salsa Matei
Then, take to the floor and dance.
Tickets are $35 RSVP or at 617-244-0700.
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NEWTON GIRLS BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION (NGBA)
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Registration is underway for the upcoming Newton Girls Basketball season.
Join the more than 500 players from second graders through high school level who play NGBA basketball. This is a recreational basketball league for Newton girls and girls attending Newton schools with fun for beginners and experienced players alike!
Games are played on Saturdays for all grades, starting early December and continuing into mid-March.
*Registrations are due by:
- October 27th for Grades 3-8
- November 3rd for Grade 2
- December 1st for High School
*A late fee applies for registrations received after those dates.
Scholarships are available based on need; please see the website for details. To register, obtain additional details and to find out more about the league, please visit our website
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