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As the first quarter of the school year comes to a close today, I was reviewing the number of academic and co-curricular activities our students engage in each week. Clearly, our students are working hard in all divisions of the School, and the data tells the story.
In the Upper School we have the largest enrollment in ten years in the Creative Arts Diploma Program with 15 students. Sixteen students have committed themselves to the Global Studies Diploma Program, and our new STEAM Diploma Program has 8 students actively pursuing this course of study. Each diploma program has rigorous entry requirements with a required area of concentration. Moreover, 9 students have been accepted into the prestigious Scholars Society, and ninety total enrollments comprise the 14 Advanced Placement offerings. This year's honors program consists of 44 students with a total of 50 enrollments, which prepares them for many of these high level opportunities.
Our students are working extremely hard academically while also being involved in athletics and the arts. Our Cross Country team just clenched the MBIL league title, winning by a rather large margin. Our six soccer teams pursued their best until the season's end with the varsity teams in the playoffs and the thirds boys' team having an undefeated season. The girls' field hockey team had a building year as they developed stick skills and strengthened team play after having graduated many seniors last year.
In the arts, we have 41 Middle Schoolers in the upcoming production of Peter Pan, 45 Upper Schoolers in Great Expectations, 93 students in our After-School Music Program, 39 students in 2/3 Chorus, 56 students in 4/5 Chorus, 72 students in May Chorale, 54 students in Greenline, 18 students in Beginners Band, 46 students in Intermediate Band, and 47 students in M.S. or U.S. Ensembles.
The first quarter of the year has proven to be a busy time for our students, so please praise them for their hard work and encourage them to keep pursuing their personal best.
Sincerely,
Judy Guild
Head of School
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 Annual Fund Update
An incredible moment of your Annual Fund dollars at work in the second grade science class. Students learned about measuring liquids and investigated the absorbency of different soil types.
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 Cross Country Wins 2nd Consecutive MBIL Championship!
Congratulations to the Cross Country team on winning its second consecutive Massachusetts Bay Independent League (MBIL) Championship at Gann Academy! Read more!
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 Student Work to Appear in Marble Collection
Brimmer and May congratulates our students on having their work selected for printing in
Jenny Bae '15 - Painting, "Liars"
Grace Pilkington '15 - Drawing, "Portrait"
Aileen Xiao '15 - Mixed Media, "Dreaming"
Matt Mariano '15 - Photography, "Days Past"
View photos of their work.
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 Homcoming 2014 Video
It was great to welcome so many members of our community to Homecoming! Watch the video!
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New Skating Event Date: Friday, February 20
With possible snow on the horizon this weekend, we thought it would be a good idea to let you know that the date for the annual Skating Event at Larz Anderson Skating Rink has changed. The NEW date is Friday, February 20, 2015, from 5:45-7:45 p.m. This is a FREE event, but please remember to bring money for the snack bar and skate rentals.
Amanda Spooner Frank '88
Director of Alumni Affairs and Special Events
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 Board of Visitors' Day
Brimmer and May's Board of Visitors visited the School last week for a morning of programs focused on Beyond the Classroom Walls: How Digital Technologies Promote Global Perspectives at Brimmer and May. Lower, Middle, and Upper School students made presentations on how they use technology to learn about the world.
See video and photos.
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From the Kitchen
Last Friday's kale chip sampling was a huge success--you have likely heard by now how much the students loved them, especially the Lower School students. One student even asked if we could have them EVERY Friday! Since we can't keep up with the demand, here is the recipe, to make at home. It is very simple.
Take one bunch of kale, and wash and dry very thoroughly. Rub leaves with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and bake for 15-20 minutes in a 300 degree oven. These are best the day you bake them--they will lose their crispness if stored. Enjoy!
Sarah Olliges
Food Service Director
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Reserve Your Tickets Online to Great Expectations
You are invited to the Upper School's production of Great Expectations By Barbara Fields Based on the novel by Charles Dickens Directed by Bill Jacob Thursday, Nov. 13 @ 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14 @ 7p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15 @ 2p.m. Tickets are $12 for adults and $6 for students. Tickets are on sale now and must be reserved online. Get Your Tickets Here! Announcing a New Ticketing Policy for All Shows at Brimmer and May We want your theatre experience at Brimmer and May to be as pleasant and stress-free as possible. That's why we're implementing a new policy this year and asking our audience to reserve their tickets in advance, using our online partner, Ticketstage.com. Middle School productions and the Holiday and Spring Concerts will still be free of charge, but now you will be able to reserve your seat for all of our shows ahead of time with a few clicks online. Here's how to do it: The School website News and the Bulletin will announce when tickets will be available for specific shows. * Go to the ticket website: www.ticketstage.com * Locate Brimmer and May from among the theatres. * Choose your performance date. * Choose your seats. Print out your confirmation page or confirmation email, and bring it with you to the theatre. This is your ticket. Don't worry if you lose it; we have a record, but it's easier if you bring it. Thanks very much. We hope you enjoy the show! Bill Jacob Creative Arts Chair |
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Connect with Brimmer and May!
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Brimmer and May news and photos are posted to social media on a regular basis. Stay connected with us!
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News from Lower School
Dear Lower School Families,
Harvest Fest was a blast, and the weather was very fall-like! It is always fun for me to watch the Middle and Upper School students interacting with the Lower School students. Special thanks to Ms. Hellmuth, Ms. McGillicuddy, Mrs. Clamage, and the Harvest Fest Committee!
The Lower School is continuing its tradition of collecting money for UNICEF. The fifth grade did a presentation at last week's Share explaining how UNICEF benefits the children of the world. Many of our children will make the rounds for Halloween tonight and will gather a lot of candy, too. Well, if you find your household has gathered too much of the sweet stuff, we have a wonderful idea for you. . . Ms. McGillicuddy will be collecting surplus candy (no more than a handful, please) in her office on Monday and Tuesday, November 3 and 4. She will be sending it to Operation Gratitude, which sends candy to our troops serving overseas!
Grade One Parents: I will be hosting a light breakfast meeting in the Lower School library on Friday, November 14 at 8:15 a.m. Ms. McGillicuddy and Ms. Sammeta will speak bout the Literacy Program and answer questions.
Please do not forget to turn your clocks back this weekend and change the batteries in your smoke and carbon dioxide detectors-enjoy the extra hour of sleep, too.
Best wishes,
Thomas Fuller Courtney P. McGillicuddy
Head of Lower School Assistant Head of Lower School
Early Childhood Coordinator
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Middle School News
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Middle School Reminders
Dear Parents/Guardians,
Please note the following reminders:
* The marking period for Middle School ends on Friday, October 31. The second marking period begins on the following Monday. In Middle School, quarter averages are not carried over to the next quarter. Therefore, all students have a fresh start.
* Parent-Teacher conferences will be held on Thursday, November 6, from 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. and Friday, November 7 from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
* NO SCHOOL for students on Friday, November 7.
Peter Gordon
Middle School Head
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 Global Connections Update
The Middle School is spending the fall immersing themselves in the Latin America as part of their Arts and Humanities Global Program. In 7th grade drama and music, students are exploring the world of Latin dance. We are thrilled to welcome a guest artist, Jeanette Pizarro, who will be working with the 7th graders throughout the semester, teaching them how to dance salsa and merengue. She is an expert Latin dance instructor. Later in the year, the dance company Rumba y Timbal will work with the entire Middle School and perform during our assembly period. Look out for more updates about this exciting unit in future Bulletins!
Carl Rapisarda-Vallely
MS Drama Director
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7th Grade Math Students Make Graphing Videos
7th grade math students in Mr. Slaski's and Mr. Gordon's classes made instructional videos on how to make graphs. Watch some examples by Camille Cherney and Miles Best and Abby Dudley and Megan Stander.
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Middle and Upper School News
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Upcoming Events
Parent-Teacher Conference Sign Up
Sign-up information has been sent home via postal mail. Parents and guardians may choose to conference with any or all of their child's teachers on either Thursday, November 6, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. or Friday, November 7, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Brimmer and May is using the web-based Parent-Teacher Appointment System ™ to set up parent-teacher conferences. This system is truly a "first-come, first-served" arrangement, and you are encouraged to set up conference appointments as soon as possible. The online site for sign up is available until November 4.
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International Student News
Middle School and Upper School International Students are invited to our third annual Karaoke Night on Thursday November 6, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Food will be provided! Come and enjoy time together, and feel free to invite a non-international student to join us for this fun evening! Please R.S.V.P. to Mrs. Chapman as soon as possible at cchapman@brimmer.org!
Christine Chapman
Director of International Students
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Upper School News
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 Upper School News
Fall Varsity Sports Dinner: Wednesday, November 5, 6:00 p.m.
To celebrate the accomplishments of our fall varsity teams-cross country, field hockey, and boys' and girls' soccer--the Athletic Department is hosting a dinner and awards presentation for all team members and their parents/guardians. This is a dress event for students. Dinner begins at 6:00 p.m. followed by team presentations in the theatre at 6.45 p.m.
Parent-Teacher Conferences:
Thursday, November 6, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Friday, November 7, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
No School for Upper School Students
November 7 -- for Parent-Teacher Conference
November 11 -- for Veterans' Day
But please don't miss classes on Monday, November 10!
Joseph Iuliano
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Brimmer and May Plus
Brimmer and May Plus highlights the notable accomplishments of Brimmer and May Upper School students, who, in addition to participating in the School community, achieve in other endeavors outside of the School. Many of our Upper School students participate and excel in a wide range of events and activities. This section of the Bulletin will appear at intervals throughout the year with information about our students' additional achievements in other fields and venues. We encourage students and their parents to let us know of accomplishments and notable successes, so we can include them in future Bulletins.
David Moskowitz '18 spent the weekend of October 24-26 in Niagara Falls, NY, testing for his First Degree Black Belt in Karate. David has participated in this sport for 8 years, and on Saturday he qualified for the Black Belt. In the upcoming year he will be working towards his Second Degree Black Belt. Congratulations to David on this accomplishment!
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 Musical Theater Master Class
On Tuesday, Mr. David Coleman held a master class with students in Musical Theater. Mr. Coleman is the Director of Choral Activities at Dana Hall and the Director of the Gospel Choir at Tufts University. He has worked at theaters all over the Boston area including the American Repertory Theater in Cambridge. The students enjoyed working with him and learning from his expertise in musical theater.
Carl Rapisarda-Vallely
US Musical Theater teacher
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Senior Parents - Reserve Your Yearbook Ads
Say congratulations and goodbye to the Class of 2015! Fill out an Order Form and return it to the School by November 15. Questions? Contact Kyla Graves at kgraves@brimmer.org
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College Counseling News
BC SPLASH, Sunday, November 16
Boston College is offering a full-day program on campus for students in grades 7 through 12. This fun day will include interesting activities as well as classes taught by Boston College undergrads. There will also be a parent program which parent/guardians can attend while their students go to classes. This program is a great way to hear from different speakers about various aspects of college and the admissions process. The program takes place on Sunday, November 16. Register by November 12 at bcsplash.com. For questions email bcsplash@gmail.com.
Cindy Pendergast
Director of College Counseling
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PA News and Reminders
Parents' Association Meeting Next Week
All parents are invited to attend our next PA Meeting on Thursday, November 6, at 8:15 a.m. in the Wright Conference Room, Chase Building Lower Level. Life Rules and the Code of Ethics at Brimmer and May: Practical Approaches by Division. Our Lower, Middle, and Upper School heads will discuss how the life rules of Respect, Responsibility, Kindness, Honesty, and Open-mindedness shape the ethics of Brimmer and May students at every level of development, from Pre-K through grade 12.
Equal Exchange Fundraiser - Extended One Week!
Last chance to place your Equal Exchange order is FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6! Support the School and also enjoy coffees, teas, jewelry, scarves, and hardwood toys make great gifts. Your catalog orders will be beautifully packaged and delivered to School the first week of December, just in time for the holiday season. Items ordered online will be shipped to your home (charges apply). Please leave your order form and check with Mrs. Beech and Mrs. Gates. Questions? Contact stella_o_lee@yahoo.com. Thank you for all your support!
Upcoming Parent Liaison Meeting
Please take the opportunity to give feedback to your Parent Liaison in time for their November 13 meeting with Judy Guild and the Division Heads. The purpose of the parent liaison system is to facilitate communication between parents and the School administration, and to provide another channel for parents to share their ideas, concerns, and general feedback with the School. The School holds two formal sessions during the year for liaisons to share the feedback received from parents.
Give back to the PA when you shop Amazon.com! Our PA receives a portion of every purchase when you begin your Amazon shopping through Brimmer and May's website. To start, go to the PA page on the Brimmer and May website. The Amazon link is on the bottom. Then start shopping!
Parent Walking Group
Our weekly Parent Walking Group meets every Friday in front of the Chase Building at 8:15 a.m. for a 45-60 minute walk around the reservoir (weather permitting).
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Total Raised:
$340,000
Current Parent Participation: 20%
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Important Upcoming Dates
11/2
Daylight Savings Time Ends
11/5
No School Pre-K-5
Gr. PK-5 Parent Conferences
Varsity Athletes' Dinner, 6 p.m.
11/6
PA Meeting,
8:15 a.m.
Gr. 6-12 Parent Conferences,
3:30 pm.
11/7
No School Gr. 6-12
Gr. 6-12 Parent Conferences,
8:00 a.m.
11/11
No School - Veterans' Day
11/13
Great Expectations,
7:00 p.m.
11/14
Great Expectations,
7:00 p.m.
11/15
Great Expectations,
2:00 p.m.
11/24
Gr. 6-12 Grandparents and Special Friends Day
No after-school study hall
No MS/US lunch
Dress Day, Thanksgiving assembly,
12:00 p.m.
11/25
No School Gr. 6-12
Gr. Pre-K-5 Grandparents and Special Friends Day, 8:00 a.m.
Pre-K-5 early dismissal, no extended day,
11:00 a.m.
11/26-11/28
No School
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