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Patience is an underused, particularly needed quality in life. Accepting or tolerating delay seems harder to endure each day when Google can make many questions possible to answer in a matter of minutes if not seconds. Unfortunately, finding answers to the pace of a child's development is far more complex. We can research brain development and understand its stages, but we know children develop at different rates, and patience is sometimes the only answer. All too often, we try to push a student to learn a skill when only a year later, it happens smoothly and without fanfare.
Ms. Lahey, New York Times columnist and author, offers insight into the importance of patience when raising a child in her October 14 blog entitled "Give Late Blooming Children the Time They Need." Next Thursday, Nov. 12, she will be on campus to discuss the role failure plays in the growth of a child. Sponsored by the Parents' Association, Ms. Lahey will share her observations and experiences when children meet failure or discouragement. I hope you will join us for her program next week.
Sincerely,
Judith Guild
Head of School
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Collaboration at work! Annual Fund dollars at work!
Students in 5th grade and Pre-K used simple machines
to design and build a miniature golf course.
Annual Fund 2015-2016
Each year, the Brimmer and May Annual Fund is vital to providing an exemplary education for our students. Last year, we successfully raised $841,083 and exceeded our goal of $650,000. Thank you for your steadfast support and generosity. Please know that your participation is impactful, and our goal is 100% parent participation. We already have 100% participation from our Trustees, faculty and staff. Help us continue to pursue excellence in education by making your pledge early and donating as generously as you are able. By now you should have received the 2014-2015 Annual Fund appeal and donation information. Help make a difference by pledging or making your gift online.
Thank you for helping to us to inspire, encourage, and empower our students each and every day.
Sharin Russell,
Annual Fund Director,
and the Annual Fund Parent Volunteer Team
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Congratulations Varsity Cross Country Team!
Congratulations to the Varsity Cross Country team on winning their 3rd straight MBIL title!
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Universal Language and Other Comedies--Upper School Play
Join us for the Upper School Play Universal Language and Other Comedies.
Thursday, November 12 at 7 p.m.Friday, November 13 at 7 p.m.Saturday, November 14 at 7 p.m.
Tickets will also be available at the box office, 1 hour prior every performance.
Cash and Check only.
Parental advisory: Adult language
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Reserve Your Gr. 6-12 Holiday Concert Tickets Today
Reserve tickets for the Grade 6-12 Holiday Concert
Wednesday, December 9 @ 7:00 p.m.
This concert features performers from Grade 6-12 only.
(Tickets for the Grade 4-12 Holiday Concert, on Thursday, December 10 @ 7:00 p.m., will be offered at a later date.)
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 Fall 2016 School Opening Dates Since many families may already be planning ahead for the 2016-2017 opening days of School, please note the following dates:
Tuesday, September 6, 2016 - Opening Day for Grades 6-12 Thursday, September 8, 2016 - Opening Day for Grades Pre-K-5 |
Book Signing with Parent/Author Ben Mezrich
Join us for a book signing with Brimmer
parent Ben Mezrich, author of The Accidental Billionaires. The Founding of Facebook and Bringing Down the House on November 18 at 10:20 a.m. in the Upper School Library.
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Harvest Fest Video and Photos
Pre-K-12 students had a great time creating scarecrows and rolling pumpkins at the all-school Harvest Fest! See video and photos here!
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Connect with Brimmer and May!
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Join the Conversation!
Follow Brimmer on social media for lots of news, photos, & video!
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Lower School News 
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News from Lower School
Dear Lower School Families,
Wednesday is a holiday honoring our veterans; at School we have spoken about Veterans Day. So, if you have a chance, go to a parade on Wednesday!
Grade 1 parents will have an opportunity to join me, along with Ms. McGillicuddy and Ms. Sammeta, to hear about our literacy program next Friday, November 13. We will meet in the Lower School Library at 8:15 a.m.
On a sweet note, Ms. McGillicuddy and I would like to thank all families who donated candy for Operation Gratitude.
Sincerely,
Thomas A. Fuller
Head of Lower School
Courtney P. McGillicuddy
Assistant Head of Lower School
Early Childhood Coordinator
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Lower School Grandparents' and Special Friends' Day
You are cordially invited to Lower School Grandparents' & Special Friends' Day Tuesday, November 24, 2015, 8:00-11:00 a.m.
Please join Head of School Judith Guild for an opportunity to visit classes and enjoy a Thanksgiving Assembly.
8:00 a.m.
Registration in the Chase Building- Grades 2-5
Registration in the Lower School Library- Grades Pre-K-1
Visitors for Pre-K-Grade 1
8:30 a.m. Classroom Visits
9:45 a.m. Assembly- Ruth Corkin Theatre
Visitors for Grades 2-5
8:30 a.m. Assembly- Ruth Corkin Theatre
9:30 a.m. Classroom Visits
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Bus Schedule on Grandparent and Special Friends' Day
On Tuesday, November 24, our Grandparents' and Special Friends' Day, the Boston Bus will depart campus at 11:15 a.m. The bus will arrive at the following stops at these times:
11:40 Huntington/West Newton
11:45 Columbus and West Canton
11:55 Beacon and Charles
12:05 Beacon and Fairfield
12:10 Holiday Inn
Would you kindly email Courtney McGillicuddy at
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Introducing the Brimmer Eye!
We are thrilled to share the first digital copy of our Lower School newspaper, The Brimmer Eye. It was written, edited, designed and produced by our After School Newspaper Club (grades 2-5), and we are so proud of the work they did on this first issue.
Kate Pappas, Grade 2 Teacher
Molly Serventi-Gleeson, Grade 1 Teacher
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Grade 5 Midsummer Night's Dream Photos and Video
The fifth grade recently presented a production of A Midsummer Night's Dream on the Brimmer field. See video and photos here.
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Middle School News
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From the Middle School
Dear Parents and Guardians,
A few reminders on upcoming dates and events:
Wednesday, November 11
No School - Veterans Day
Thursday, November 12 - November 14
Upper School Play - The Universal Language and Other Comedies - all performances at 7:00 p.m.
Monday, November 16
Varsity Athletics Awards - 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, November 19
Thanksgiving Concert Rehearsal for students in May Chorale
2:30 p.m.- 5:30 p.m.
Monday, November 23
Thanksgiving Assembly and Concert - 12:00 p.m.
*This is a dress day for students*
Sincerely,
Carl Rapisarda-Vallely
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Middle/Upper School News 
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Middle and Upper School Grandparents' and Special Friends' Day
You are cordially invited to Middle and Upper School Grandparents' and Special Friends' Day Monday, November 23, 2015
Please join Head of School Judith Guild for an opportunity to visit classes and enjoy a Thanksgiving Assembly.
Registration & Reception: 10:30 a.m.- Chase Building
Class Visits: 11:00-12:00 p.m.
Thanksgiving Assembly: 12:00 p.m.
Dismissal immediately following the assembly
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Thank You Parent Athletic Boosters!
The Athletic Department would like to thank Parent Athletic Boosters Elizabeth Smith, Laurie Mitrano, Dulce Williams, Hubert Wong, Victoria Claiborne, Paulette Adams, and Cecelia Pan for all the wonderful support of our teams this fall season!
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Congratulations Athletic Award Winners
Congratulations to our Middle School and JV Athletic Award Winners!
Please click here for a list of award recipients.
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Varsity Athletics Dinner & Ceremony
The Fall Varsity Dinner and Awards Ceremony will be held on Monday November 16 with dinner starting at 6:30 p.m. and awards directly following dinner. We had three teams in league championships, and we are excited to celebrate after the championship games and contests.
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Upper School News
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Upcoming Events
Saturday, November 7
SAT I and II
Wednesday, November 11
No School - Veterans Day
Thursday, November 12 - Saturday, November 14
Upper School performances of The Universal Language and Other Comedies in the Corkin Theatre, beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Monday, November 16
Winter Athletic Season begins for the following sports and activities: Boys' Varsity I and Varsity II Basketball, Girls' Varsity basketball, Curling (students new to the program only; returning team members will begin practice on Monday, November 30), and Fitness. (Recreational skiing and snowboarding begin in December.)
Fall Varsity Sports Dinner and Awards Program
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 6:30 p.m. followed by team presentations in the theatre at 7:15 p.m
Tuesday, November 17
Begin Yoga classes
Thursday, November 19
Rehearsal for Thanksgiving Assembly for members of Greenline and Upper School Ensemble, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Joseph Iuliano
Upper School Head
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College Counseling
PIN Lecture Reminder
The next meeting of the Parents' Independent School Network will be held at The Noble and Greenough School in Dedham on Tuesday, November 10, at 7:00 p.m. I bring this program to your attention because the topic is "Navigating the College Process." It will be a panel presentation with admission representatives from Elon University, Connecticut College, and Northeastern University. These three institutions are very popular with Brimmer students, and each is slightly different, thus giving the audience a good cross section to learn about. This is sure to be a worthwhile evening for all parents of Upper School students as well as for those who are looking ahead for younger children.
SAT/ACT Practice Test
On Saturday, November 14, there will be a FREE New SAT/ACT Combo Practice Test held by Kaplan Test Prep to help students decide between the New SAT or ACT. The practice test will be held at Boston University and Newton Theological School at 9:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. respectively. Please see kaptest.com/satvsact to sign up today.
Navigating the College Search for Students with Learning Differences, AD/HD & Executive Function Challenges:
A Workshop for High School Students and Their Families
Curry College in Milton is presenting this program for the public that should be of interest to some families. Although it will describe the Program for the Advancement of Learning (PAL) at Curry, it will include general information as well.
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
7:00 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.
Curry College
Milton, MA
Featuring:
Paula Cocce
Program for Advancement of Learning
Lori Lubeski
Program for Advancement of Learning
Optional Dinner with members of the Curry College Community at 5:30 p.m. in the Student Center Mark
For more information, or to register for this event, please contact: Michelle Bracken, Assistant Director of Admission
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From the Parents' Association
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Harvest Fest Thank-You
Harvest Fest was a huge success! Our parent community came together to donate clothing and newspapers, pop and bag popcorn, decorate the field, and assist LS students and their MS/US Buddies in designing Harvest Fest scarecrows. Thanks to everyone for making a great day for all of our students.
PA Meeting Next Week! Thursday, November 12, 8:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. in the Theatre
 Special guest speaker: Educator, author, and New York Times columnist Jessica Lahey. All Brimmer parents, guardians, and friends are invited to attend!
Ms. Lahey will speak on her recent book, The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed. Copies of Ms. Lahey's book will be available for purchase after the meeting.
Photo Credit: Kristen Hoebermann
November PIN Meetings
Brimmer parents and guardians are invited to attend these upcoming PIN meetings:
PIN Lower and Middle School: Wednesday, November 18, 9:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Host School: Chestnut Hill School, 428 Hammond St, Chestnut Hill, MA
Topic: "Secondary School Admissions"
PIN Upper School:
Tuesday, November 10, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Host School: Noble and Greenough School, 10 Campus Dr., Dedham.
Topic: "Navigating the College Process"
Panel discussion with admissions representatives from Elon University, Connecticut College, and Northeastern University.
Friday Parent Walking Group
Join us Fridays at 8:15 a.m. in front of the Chase Building for a 40-60 minute walk around the Reservoir (weather permitting).
Equal Exchange Fundraiser Extended to November 13
Purchase delicious treats and beautiful handcrafted goods while also supporting fair-trade farmers and benefitting the School. Order by catalog or order online at http://fundraiser.equalexchange . Catalog orders will be delivered to school the first week of December, in time for the holidays. Online orders ship directly to your home, and
online orders over $75 ship free!
 If you have any questions, please contact:
Veronica Picon, P '22
Rossanna-Lizama-Soto, P '22
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Give back to the PA every time you shop Amazon.com! Our PA receives a portion of every purchase when you click here. Or go the "Discover Brimmer and May" tab on the Brimmer website. Thank you!
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11/7
SAT I & II
11/11
No School Veterans Day
11/12
Parents' Association Meeting
8:15 a.m.
U.S. Play - The Universal Language & Other Comedies
7:00 p.m.
11/13
U.S. Play - The Universal Language & Other Comedies
7:00 p.m.
11/14
U.S. Play - The Universal Language & Other Comedies
7:00 p.m.
11/16
Varsity Dinner 6:15 p.m.
Varsity Athletics Assembly
7:00 p.m.
11/18
Admissions Walk-in-Wednesday
8:15 -10:00 a.m.
11/23
Middle and
Upper School Grandparents and Special Friends Day
Thanksgiving Assembly (gr. 6-12), Dress Day
12:00 PM
11/24
No School for Gr. 6-12 (Professional Development)
Lower School Grandparents and Special Friends Day
8:30 a.m.
Pre-K-5 - early dismissal, no extended day
11:00 a.m.
11/25
No School
11/26
No School - Thanksgiving
11/27
No School
11/30
School Resumes
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