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February 2015 will be talked about for years to come, and our students will recall the impact these series of storms have had on them. With six snow days, thus far, our administrators and teachers are making adjustments to ensure our students receive the education we planned for them. In many cases the faculty sent assignments to our students in an effort to keep minds engaged and moving forward on the work that needs to be done. However, simply put, online learning does not take the place of in-class learning. I am pleased that our faculty's use of the digital tools available helped them design lessons for distance learning, but we still have more to do if we want to make up for these lost days.
In the coming week we will be discussing ways to make up the time spent away from School. This discussion will take a bit of time if we are to do this effectively and with purpose for all ages and divisions. Please be patient until we figure this out. We will not take away spring break as many of our families and faculty already have plans. Instead, our administrators will look at the calendar and put the puzzle together in a new way.
In the meantime, please be patient on the roads around our School. Please use the parking lot after 3:00 p.m. and avoid parking on the street if at all possible. If you are late to pick up your child, please call the office, and we will make adjustments. Wouldn't it be great if our children were to look back on this winter of 2015 with fond memories and not ones of frustration and trouble for all?
Sincerely,
Judy Guild
Head of School
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Contracts Due February 23
Please note that enrollment contracts for the 2015-2016 school year are due on Monday, February 23. If you have any questions, please be in touch with the Business or Admissions Offices.
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 Auction Info
There may be 6 feet of snow outside, but we are thinking about SPRING! Donations are now being accepted for the Passport to the World Auction! Consider donating Red Sox tickets, clambake packages, summer homes, or amazing meals on the patio of your favorite restaurant!
Amanda Frank '88Director of Alumni Affairs and Special Events
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Final Tuition Information Session
Please join us for a discussion with the Head of School and members of the Board of Trustees to learn more about the new tuition model for the 2015-2016 school year.
Date: February 19
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Head's House (81 Middlesex Road)
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 Winterfest - March 7
The PA is hosting Winterfest, a winter carnival, on March 7 from 10-2. Join in on the fun! Click here to read more and see video from last year's wonderful carnival.
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 Seussical Tickets on Sale Now!
The Brimmer and May Upper School Creative Arts Department proudly presents
Seussical
Thursday, March 5 @ 7 p.m. Friday, March 6 @ 7 p.m. Saturday, March 7 @ 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.
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Family Skating Night!
Please join the Alumni Office and members of the Alumni Association for our Annual Family Skating Night!
When: Friday, February 20, 2015
Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Where: Larz Anderson Skating Rink in Brookline
This event is free to the Brimmer and May Community.
The Snack Bar and Skate Shop will be open for food and rentals. Please remember to bring cash.
Amanda Spooner Frank '88
Director of Alumni Affairs and Special Events
afrank@brimmer.org
617-264-1424
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News from Lower School
Dear Lower School Families,
Thanks for helping out with the change in our dismissal routine; Devon Road is a true mess along with Middlesex, Dunster, Norfolk. . .but your help has made dismissal bearable! I hope you all enjoy a wonderful long weekend celebrating Presidents' Day. Be aware that some grades may be sending homework to do over the weekend in an effort to make up for time lost due to snow days, so check your children's backpacks! Teachers are also taking advantage of the Fridays when we do not have Share or have an abbreviated Share to add academic time.
Important information for grade 1 & 2 families: The Celebration of the Arts has been postponed until Friday, February 27.
Best wishes, Thomas Fuller Courtney P. McGillicuddyHead of Lower School Assistant Head of Lower School Early Childhood Coordinator
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Spring Break Camp
This year's Spring Break Camp will take place during the first week of vacation, March 16 through March 20. Each day will begin at 8 a.m. and will end at 4 p.m. We are now offering enrollment at the following prices:
Single day (8 hours) - $100/day
Full week (5 days) - $450
Activities will include: sports, games, science experiments, cooking, gymnasium fun, Lego engineering, and more!
Please contact Matt Vaughan for information or to enroll now!
MVaughan@Brimmer.org.
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Middle School News
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 From the Middle School
Dear Parents/Guardians,
Snow Day Assignments
All Middle School teachers have been instructed to extend the classroom to our students' homes when classes cannot be held due to inclement weather. We began this effort this past week when we encountered our third consecutive week that began with school cancellations. Most assignments can be found on eBackpack, and some information may have been communicated via email as well. Middle School students should still be spending some time "in the classroom" even while at home during these snowy days.
Winter Weekend
Please note that there will be no School on Monday and Tuesday, February 16 and 17. School will resume on Wednesday, February 18.
Peter Gordon
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Grade 8 News
Despite the many snow days, students in grade 8 dove into new topics in all of their subject areas as Quarter 3 began. Click here for a glimpse into what is happening in their classes.
Carl Rapisarda-Vallely
Grade 8 Dean
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 Global Connections Exhibitions
See video and read about highlights of the Middle School Global Connections Exhibitions.
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Middle and Upper School News
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Attention Girls' Lacrosse Players - February Lacrosse Clinics!
Brush up on your skills, and get a leg up on the season with two opportunities this month. All girls in grades 7-12 who are interested in the sport are encouraged to join! Please see dates and times below and contact Ms. Graves ( kgraves@brimmer.org) with any questions. Saturday, February 21, 2015: 1-2:30 p.m. Saturday, February 28, 2015: 10:15-11:45 a.m.
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Upper School News
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Upper School Information
Monday, February 16 and Tuesday, February 17 -- No School, Winter Weekend
Snow Day Assignments
All Upper School teachers have been instructed to extend the classroom to our students' homes when classes cannot be held due to inclement weather. We began this effort this past week when we encountered our third consecutive week that began with School cancellations. Most assignments can be found on eBackpack and some information may have been communicated via email as well. Upper School students should still be spending some time "in the classroom" even while at home during these snowy days.
Last Two Weeks of Winter Sports
The Winter Sports Season concludes during the final two weeks of February. Please come out to a home or road game and support our teams one more time before the season ends. Thank you to all the students, parents, faculty, and staff who have supported our teams on the hardwood and on the ice during this winter season.
Upper School Musical - Seussical
The Upper School Musical, Seussical, is two weeks away from Tech Week, and the presentation of four exciting performances. Tickets are available online; please come and support the performers and enjoy an entertaining show.
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Varsity Basketball Players - Top Recruits
Congratulations to Varsity Boys' Basketball players A.J. Reeves '18, Mark Gasperini '16, and David Watkins '15 for being recognized as top-ranked college recruits. Read more.
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Upper School Play Rehearsal Schedule
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College Counseling
FAFSA Information for Parents/Guardians of Seniors:
I just received the following email from NACAC (National Association of College Admissions Counseling):
Happy FAFSA season! I expect a lot of your students have either filled out the FAFSA or are preparing to do so. Please remind them that it is okay (in fact, encouraged) to estimate tax information if taxes haven't been filed yet. The important thing is to submit that FAFSA before the college's and state's deadlines. More about providing financial info on the FAFSA
Class of 2016 Reminders
Parents are reminded to complete the questionnaires on Naviance and to schedule an appointment with a member of the College Counseling Team. In addition, juniors should decide which spring tests to take and complete the registration process. Check the Brimmer and May College Guide for dates, deadlines, and instructions on how to create an account for both the SAT and the ACT. Students should meet with a college counselor to discuss a testing plan.
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PA Meeting
Please click here for an update on our last meeting on global programming at Brimmer and May. Please join us at our next meeting on April 2.
Save the Date! Winterfest, Saturday March 7
10 a.m.-2 p.m., Gymnasium
Take a break from the snow at Winterfest, our annual Lower School carnival and scholarship fundraiser! Children can bounce in the bouncy house, make arts and crafts, play carnival games, win raffle prizes, savor delicious food, and try their luck in the ever-popular Cake Walk. This is a PA-sponsored event. There are still many volunteer opportunities, fitting all schedules. Help set up, donate a cake, run a carnival game, sell raffle tickets, or do a run for supplies. To volunteer for Winterfest, please go to SignUp Genius.
Reminder: CORI Forms for Parent Volunteers
If you are planning to volunteer for Faculty/Staff Appreciation Lunch, Winterfest, or other events this spring, please remember to submit a CORI form as soon as possible. Please sign and mail (with a photocopy of picture ID) to Carol Croffy, Assistant Business Manager, or scan and email to ccroffy@brimmer.org.
Parent Coffee Group
Join us for coffee and casual conversation every Friday at 8:15 a.m. in the Lower School French Library. Parents and guardians from all grades are invited.
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2/16-2/17
Winter Weekend
No School
2/20
Skating Evening
5:45 - 7:45 p.m.
2/25
No School Pre-K-5
Parent Conferences Pre-K-5
3/5
FourthFest
3/5-3/7
Seussical
3/8
Winterim departs
3/9-3/12
Gr. 7 Washington, D.C. trip
3/13
School vacation begins,
No School for gr. 7
3/30
School resumes
View the full School calendar
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