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In a few weeks we will be hosting our annual auction. This year's theme "Passport to the World" will celebrate the School's focus on providing our students with a global perspective. Recently, our Upper School students returned from trips with their teachers, and I listened to them exclaim about their experience, saying phrases such as "life changing," "best experience of my life," "amazing people in our world," and the trip "helped me understand the more important things in life."
I hope you will join us at this year's "Passport to the World" auction to support this important fundraiser. If you are unable to attend, please consider biding online, which will open next Wednesday the 15th at noon.
Importantly, each year at the auction we honor a long-term employee who has had a positive impact on our children's lives. This year we are delighted to be honoring our Lower School Head, Thomas Fuller. I am pleased to have an opportunity to speak about Thomas and his wonderful contributions to our School and children. For those who cannot join us, we will be posting the evening's highlights on our website.
Sincerely,
Judy Guild
Head of School
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Brimmer and May Tech Expo - Tomorrow!
The Brimmer and May annual Tech Expo is tomorrow- Saturday, April 11, 2015, from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. Grades 5 -12 are invited to attend. This event is open to the public as well as to the Brimmer and May community. Our focus is Coding. Also featured will be Vex, Legos, Sphero, 3D Printing, Anki Drive, and MORE! There will be student-led demonstrations, challenges, and fun for all levels! For more information contact Jason Bock at jbock@brimmer.org.
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 Passport to the World Auction:
Sneak Peek!
Top items will include
* All of the beautiful handcrafted classroom items from the Lower School grades
* A Catered Cocktail Party for 10 featuring musical entertainment by Mr. Van Atta
* Head of School for a Day
* Vacation homes
* Brimmer and May "Graduation Package"
* Amazing Sports packages and tickets
* A pair of gold and diamond earrings made by
Heloisa Fitzgerald, P ' 22, '25
* A Reed Krakoff original bag
And much more!!!
Also this year's "Wall of Wine" will feature 100 bottles!! Amazing! If you have an item(s) that you would like to donate, we are STILL ACCEPTING DONATIONS. We would love to more sporting and event tickets! Go to our site where you can download a donation form and also buy tickets.
Thank you, and we hope to see you there!
Amanda Spooner Frank
Director of Alumni Affairs and Special Events
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News from Lower School
Dear Lower School Families,
Although there is still snow on the playground, Ms. McGillicuddy and I are declaring the end of winter (knock on wood)! As a result of this declaration, grades 1-3 dismissal will return to its normal routine on Monday with the first car stopping just past the double gate.
Third grade parents: Students will be performing their two French Plays next Friday--do not miss this extraordinary presentation! There will be a reception at 8:00 a.m., and the plays will begin at 8:30 a.m.
Best wishes,
Thomas Fuller Courtney P. McGillicuddy
Head of Lower School Assistant Head of Lower School
Early Childhood Coordinator
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Band Master Class
On Friday, April 17, our Fourth and Fifth Grade Band students will welcome expert musicians to observe their morning rehearsal. Our guests are instructors in our After-School Music Program--familiar faces to our young musicians. These visiting artists will sit in each section of the band (flute, clarinet, saxophone, brass, percussion, and keyboard). Their role is to listen, share celebratory comments, and offer a few helpful suggestions. During this collaborative experience, students will demonstrate what they have been preparing for performance. Their efforts will be showcased at our Share Assembly on May 8 and Spring Concert on May 14.
Mrs. Wooster is arranging this opportunity so that our students can feel part of a larger musical community and enjoy the benefits of working with professional musicians in an ensemble setting. Please encourage your child to practice at home and ensure that she/he remembers to bring her/his instrument and binder that day.
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From the Summer Camp Office
Summer is a few weeks away and the best time to experiment, build, and play in a fun, student-centered, student-chosen environment. Brimmer and May is the place to do it! Don't tell your kids they'll be LEARNING a lot!
Summer Camp registration is open. . .
. . .and Summer 2015 is going to be AMAZING!! We have several new programs (Baseball Camp, Graphic Novels) and old favorites (STEAM, Eco Adventures, Photography, Brimmer in the Backyard, Global Explorers, DAY CAMP). Sessions are filling up! Check out the newly designed Camp website and see what we are offering in 2015. To register for any of the summer programs, click the link on the Camp homepage or right here.
Contact Cassie, the Camp Director at camp@brimmer.org with any questions.
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Grade 3 French Plays
The grade 3 plays will be professionally filmed. If you would like to order a DVD of the Grade 3 French plays, please complete and turn in this order form.
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Middle School News
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 From the Middle School
Dear Parents/Guardians,
Important dates to be aware of:
Saturday, April 11 (tomorrow), is the Tech Expo for our Middle and Upper School students from 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Monday, April 20, there is NO SCHOOL as it is Patriots Day.
Friday, April 24, is the 7th and 8th grade Middle School Dance from 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 30 is the Community Diversity Night beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the Dining Room.
Peter Gordon
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May Chorale Spring Concert Schedule
Spring Concert, Thursday, April 23
Student Call: 6 p.m.
Concert: 7 p.m.
Dress: May Chorale performance apparel
Free tickets may be reserved at: ticketstage.com.
*Please note that May Chorale does not have a dress rehearsal for this performance
Frank Van Atta
Middle/Upper School Music Director
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Upper School News
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 Upper School Information
Journalism Students to Attend Banquet at Suffolk University
Staff members of the The Gator have been invited to attend The Greater Boston High School Newspaper Contest's banquet and awards ceremony at Suffolk University on Monday, April 13. The Gator recently earned a third place award for high school newspapers in the Greater Boston Area. Students will attend a reception at 4:00 p.m., listen to remarks from featured speaker A. Sherrod Blakely from Comcast Sportsnet New England at 5:00 p.m., and enjoy the banquet and awards ceremony at 6:00 p.m.
Junior-Senior Prom -- Pre-Prom Gathering and Photos at Brimmer and May
The Upper School will sponsor the Junior-Senior Prom on Saturday, May 16 at 7:00 p.m. The School will host a Pre-Prom Gathering at the Head of School's house that will include a professional photographer and refreshments. Students and their families are invited to attend. The School will also provide bus transportation to and from the Prom for students who want or need to use this service. More information to follow.
Please read the Upcoming April Events for the Upper School.
Joseph Iuliano
Upper School Head
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Greenline Spring Performance Schedule
The next few weeks are full of exciting performances for students in Greenline. Important dates and times are listed below.
NAIS GospelFest, Milton Academy - Saturday, April 11
Depart Brimmer: 12:30 p.m.
Concert: 7 p.m.
Return to Brimmer: Approximately 9:30 p.m.
Spring Tour, New York City - Friday, April 17 to Monday, April 20
Depart Brimmer: 7 p.m., immediately following athletic games/practices
Return to Brimmer: approximately 9 p.m., Monday April 20
Spring Concert Rehearsal - Wednesday, April 22
Corkin Theatre, 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Spring Concert - Thursday, April 23
Student Call: 6 p.m.
Concert: 7 p.m.
Free tickets may be reserved at: ticketstage.com.
Frank Van Atta
Middle/Upper School Music Director
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| From the Parents' Association |
PA News and Reminders
Read the notes from our last PA Meeting featuring Head of School Judy Guild.
Please join us for the final PA Meeting of the school year on Thursday, May 7, at 8:15 a.m. in the Wright Conference Room (topic to be announced).
April Events
Check the calendar for April events such as the Technology Expo, Gospelfest, Spring Concert, Community Diversity Night, After-School Music Recital, and the Spring Auction. And come cheer on Brimmer's spring sports athletes as they take the field in baseball, softball, lacrosse, and tennis!
Save the Dates: Book Fair, June 1-5
Come browse Pre-K through grade 12 titles, volunteer to decorate, set up, or staff the register at the PA's annual end-of-year fundraiser!
Reminder: CORI Forms for Parent Volunteers
If you are planning to volunteer for the June Book Fair or other School events, 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 Walking Group Resumes in April
Break out the walking shoes and jogging strollers! The Parent Walking group will resume in April. Meet us on Fridays in front of the Chase Building at 8:15 a.m. for a 45-60 minute walk around the Reservoir (weather permitting). Parents and guardians from all grades are welcome to join us for a leisurely lap or a power walk
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4/11
Tech Expo
4/17
Gr. 3 French play
4/22
Earth Day
4/23
Spring Concert
4/25
Spring Auction
4/26
After-School Music Recital
4/27
Senior Project begin
4/29
CAP Exhibition
4/30
Community Diversity Night
View the full School calendar
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