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PTO CORNER >PTO 
Stay connected! Visit pierceschoolbrookline.org   
 
ENJOY THE BRIDGE - NEW AND IMPROVED? 
Much of the information formerly in The Bridge will now exist on the website. Visit pierceschoolbrookline.org for more info about features, and for a full list of Community Corner events. The Principal's Corner will come to you as a separate message on Thursdays. We'll be conducting a survey soon - please let us know how you feel about these changes. We want The Bridge to be a fun, informative, and manageable resource!
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PARENTS! WE NEED YOUR IDEAS...
Brainstorming meeting, Friday 11/22, 8am @ Pierce Cafeteria
It's time to plan our Spring Fundraiser, and we'd love to try something new. Is there a particular type of event you've wanted to see at Pierce? Do you have a fresh, creative idea for a fundraiser? Talk to us! Working together, we can make the Spring Fundraiser an event to remember! This is a meaningful way to get involved and support your school. All ideas welcome! Contact pierce.pto@gmail.com with questions, or to submit your ideas in writing.
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BENEFIT PIERCE WHEN YOU PURCHASE GIFTS OF YOUR CHILD'S ARTWORK 
Deadline for Ordering, Friday, 11/29 
As part of the Pierce fundraiser, Pierce families are invited to order items online at Artwise: http://www.artwise.com/organization-artwork/organization_id/421. Proceeds from sales support our children - thanks for your generosity.
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SAVE THE DATE-NEW DATE: PARENT FORUM WITH DR. LUPINI
Monday, 12/2, 6:30-7:30 pm @ Pierce Library
Learn more here on our website
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PTO ANNUAL APPEAL - ONLY 2 WEEKS LEFT TO INVEST IN PIERCE!
Have you made a tax-deductible donation yet?  
Please join the 128 families who have already given back. No donation too small! Our kids and teachers thank you for supporting Pierce. Reimbursements to teachers for classroom supplies, technology and other tools, field trip transportation and admission costs, in-school cultural assemblies and much more are only possible through contributions to the Pierce PTO! Learn more here on our website.
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SHOP AMAZON AND BENEFIT PIERCE SCHOOL  
This Black Friday, and anytime you access Amazon.com through the Pierce School website, Pierce PTO receives a donation based on a portion of your purchase at no extra cost to you.  Shop here.
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PIERCE SCHOOL DIRECTORY - PLEASE ADD/UPDATE YOUR INFORMATION 
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WELCOME! ANOTHER NEW WEB VOLUNTEER JOINS THE BRIDGE 
We are so grateful to have fourth-grade dad Leonardo Souza join the web team as a volunteer. Welcome!   
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SCHOOL CORNER>SCHOOL 
Stay connected! Visit pierceschoolbrookline.org 

MATH - THEATER - MUSIC

Want to help coach the Math League? Volunteer for the 3-6 Grade Play (The Wizard of Oz!)? Attend your child's upcoming school music performances? Check it out!

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SPECIALISTS' CORNER >SPECIALIST
 

MUSIC EDUCATION 

Tra la la! Find out what's happening in K-5 Music classes, and get the dates for Grades 5-8 Chorus and Band Concert, and Grades 4-8 Strings Concert, here on our website

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PROBLEM OF THE WEEK >POW
 

POW #5: "PTO ANNUAL APPEAL"

Due Tuesday, 11/19 

POW #5 will go up Friday. Visit the POW page on the school website:

http://www.pierceschoolbrookline.org/problem-of-the-week.html

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COMMUNITY CORNER

COMMUNITY CORNER LISTINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE WEBSITE
A day at the park! A night at the movies! School committee meeting, lacrosse clinics, classes and seminars - Community Corner has it all. Learn about important, fun, and educational community events here on our website.

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CLASSIFIEDS >CLASSIFIEDS     
Want to see your ad here? Send an email to piercebridge@gmail.com.

 

WHEELTHROWING & HANDBUILDING IN CLAY FOR KIDS AGE 8-12

November 5th - December 17th: seven Tuesdays, 4-6pm. Cost $230. 
Feet of Clay, Brookline Village. For more information, visit 
www.feetofclaypottery.com.

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KIDS: WARM UP IN THE COLD WINTER MONTHS WITH YOGA! - JANUARY 2014
Coolidge Corner Yoga is beginning 2 six-week yoga series for kids starting in January 2014. 
Winter Session 1: 1/6 - 2/14; Winter Session 2: 2/24 - 4/4. Sign up for one session at $110, or both at $200. Sign up before 11/20 and receive 10% off. Sign up at http://www.coolidgeyoga.com/pages/kids-yoga or contact info@coolidgeyoga.com for more details.  

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PIERCE-AREA APARTMENT AVAILABLE 1/1/14   

Two+ bedroom third floor apartment in triple-decker. Renovated eat-in kitchen with granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances. Washer/dryer in unit. Good storage. Quiet, kid-friendly neighborhood, close to Emerson Park and Brookline Village T. Cats OK with approval. Ask about parking. $2500 a month. Available January 1. Contact Bodi at bodiluse@gmail.com or 617-213-0226.

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BENEFITNESS HEALTH CLUB FOR WOMEN 

** Discounted rate for Pierce moms, teachers and staff! ** 

- Only $54 per month 
- FREE Personal Training Session when you join! 
For more information please visit benefitnesshealthclub.com or call 617-232-7440
62 Harvard Street (rear), Brookline, MA 02445
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PROFESSIONAL WOMAN SEEKING BROOKLINE RENTAL
56 year old female health professional is seeking a Brookline rental for now or coming months: studio, 1 bedroom , or multiple bedrooms. House-sitting is a possibility. Non-smoking. References available. Please call 617-935-5480.
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