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Doublespeak, Big Brother, Thoughtcrime, Oceania--these words are from the fictional world of George Orwell's 1984. I had the pleasure of attending the A.R.T.'s production of Orwell's dystopian society with our Upper School students who are enrolled in our Creative Arts Diploma Program, Global Studies Diploma Program, and the International Relations course. The current debate about privacy and surveillance today made the Orwellian world imagined in the 1940s relevant to our students. Our students engaged in both the question of privacy and the influence government has in our lives.
As Brimmer expands our STEAM program and curriculum, it is also important to highlight the importance of the humanities. The advances we make as a society require us to think critically about the essence of our humanity and what role we play in building a successful and ethical society. Orwell certainly gives us reason to pause and reflect.
Judith Guild
Head of School
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Maternity Leave News
We are excited to welcome back Mrs. Shannon from her maternity leave. She will return to Brimmer on March 7th and will co-teach with her substitute teachers throughout the week. I wish to thank Mrs. Pan and Mrs. Balles for teaching our students during Mrs. Shannon's leave. Please join me in welcoming Mrs. Shannon back!
Mrs. Nyland will be having her baby soon, and we all wish her well as she departs for her leave within the next week or so. We are delighted to have our athletic trainer, Larry Stahley, assume her responsibilities. Mr. Stahley has a B.S. in Athletic Training from Northeastern University and a M.S. in Exercise and Health Sciences from UMass Boston. His background on nutrition, physical activity, and health will serve our students well in Ms. Nyland's absence. Please welcome Mr. Stahley as our full-time Assistant Athletic Director for the remainder of the spring season.
Judy Guild
Head of School
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Annual Fund by the Numbers
If you have not yet made your gift, please click here to donate online!
Thank you!
Sharin Russell
Annual Fund Director
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Parent Surveys Close Today
Reminder: Parent Surveys close today! Many of you began surveys but did not submit them. We value your feedback and would really appreciate your responses!
You can access the questionnaire appropriate for your family by clicking on the link below:
Upper School Parent Survey
If you have any difficulty accessing or completing the survey, please e-mail Horgan Marketing at pj@horganmarketing.com.
Please be assured that all information and responses will be kept anonymous by Horgan Marketing.
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NASA Astrophysicist Skyped with 1st graders and Upper School Astronomy students
NASA Astrophysicist Dr. Geoffrey Bryden Skyped with the 1st graders and Upper School Astronomy students and answered student's questions. Learn more and see photos here.
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Summer Camp Open House - March 5
Come learn about Brimmer's Summer Camp and many additional specialized camp programs at our Open House at Winterfest on Saturday, March 5, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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In the Heights - Tickets on Sale!
Tickets for  the Upper School Musical, In The Heights, are on sale now!
In the Heights tells the universal story of a vibrant community in New York's Washington Heights neighborhood -- a place where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open, and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. It's a community on the brink of change, full of hopes, dreams and pressures, where the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you and which ones you leave behind. In the Heights is the winner of the 2008 Tony Awards for Best Musical, Best Score, Best Choreography and Best Orchestrations.
Run Time: Approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes.
March 3 and 4 at 7:00 p.m.
March 5 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
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SAVE THE DATE!
"Oh, The Places You'll Go" Auction
Saturday, April 30, 2016.
Paperless Post invitations will be emailed soon.
Are you traveling over March Break?
Consider bringing back something for the Auction! We are now gratefully accepting items for our Silent, Live and Online Auction! Please send in your donations today! Examples include: sports and arts event tickets, restaurants gift certificates, vacation homes, theme gift baskets, spa days, and more!!
The Auction will benefit Financial Aid and Professional Development.
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Birthday Wishes Community Collection Drive Ends Monday
We will be collecting items for Birthday Wishes throughout the month of February. Please help make us meet our goal of 40 Birthday Boxes! Collection boxes can be found in grade 6-12 homerooms, the Dining Room, and the entry of #69. Please click here to read more.
Nancy Bradley
Community Service Activity Advisor - Grades 6-12
Math Department Chair
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Spring Break Camp and Photo Camp
REGISTRATION for SPRING BREAK CAMPS running from March 14 - 18 is OPEN.
This March we are offering camp for students in Pre-K to 10th grade!
Kathryn Lee is offering her signature PHOTOGRAPHY CAMP for 6th - 10th graders. This 5-day camp includes daily trips (on the T) in and around Boston to take photos. Afternoons will be spent on campus learning about developing and experimenting with digital work. Each student will end the week with a personal portfolio of images. Email Mrs. Lee with questions: klee@brimmer.org.
Lower School students are welcome to join us for an exciting week of SPRING BREAK DAY CAMP, running from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. each day. Students will cook, engage in STEAM activities, play outdoors and in the gym, write and produce a play, and much more. Email Laura Foley for more information: lafoley@brimmer.org.
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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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Dear Lower School Families,
Is it spring yet? It certainly seems to be trying to arrive. Well, let's hope that Winterfest on Saturday, March 5, becomes a celebration of the end of winter and the beginning of the season of renewal. We hope you all are planning to attend this wonderful event, which runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and then you can see the Upper School musical, In the Heights right after the fun in the gym!
Thomas A. Fuller
Head of Lower School
Courtney P. McGillicuddy
Assistant Head of Lower School
Early Childhood Coordinator
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 K & 1st Grade 100th Day Celebrations Kindergartners and 1st graders learned all about the number 100 on the 100th day of School. See photos here and read about their creative learning experiences. |
 Pre-K & K Informance
The Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten students showcased their artistic talents in the recent Creative Arts Informance. See video and photos here! |
Middle School News
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Dear Parents and Guardians,
Community service is a key part of the student experience in the Middle School. I wanted to share a few of the community service projects that are currently underway at Brimmer.
- Friday, March 11, will be a day of service in the Middle School. Students in grade 6 will work at Cradles to Crayons in Brighton while students in grade 8 will collect and wrap the items we have collected for Birthday Wishes. This work will directly benefit young people in our local community.
- There was a "dress-down" day today sponsored by the Peer Leaders. Students in the group chose two charities they wanted to support this year. Both The Jimmy Fund and the Alzheimer's Association have special meaning for students in the group, and they will be hosting several other events through out the spring.
- Students in grade 8, as part of their Life Skills class, are asked to complete eight hours of community service outside of School and to reflect on that time. The students will present their experiences and reflections in an Exhibition that will be held in May.
I love being a part of a community that gives back, and I look forward to sharing more of these experiences with you throughout this spring.
Sincerely,
Carl Rapisarda-Vallely
Middle School Head
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 6th Grade STEAM Engineers Build Pasta Bridges Sixth grade engineers in Dr. Gallon's class were tasked with designing and building a bridge made out of pasta--and were graded on a cost versus weight tolerance ratio. Read more and see photos here. |
Middle School & Junior Varsity Winter Sports Assembly
The Middle School & Junior Varsity Winter Sports Assembly will be held on Tuesday, March 1, from 2:30-3:30 p.m. The assembly will begin in the Theatre with a slide show, coaches' remarks, and team awards, followed by dessert, certificates, and team picture distribution in the Dining Room. Students who played a Middle School or JV level sport this winter are expected to attend while parents/guardians and siblings are invited to join us!
GO GATORS!
Abbey Nyland
Middle School Athletic Director, Lower School PE Teacher
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Lacrosse Clinics
The Varsity Coaches are hosting lacrosse clinics this winter in the gym (wear sneakers) to teach the game, meet the coach, get your skills ready, and try the sport before the spring! Topics will include stick work, offense, defense, and small game scenarios.
Please note on March 5, the clinic will now be held in the Pine Manor Gym. All MS/US students are welcome and check the schedule below for dates and times.
Boys' Clinic:
Bring stick, pads, & mouthguard
February 27 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Girls' Clinic:
Bring stick, goggles, & mouthguard
February 27 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
March 5 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (at Pine Manor College gym)
Questions? Follow up with Mr. Gates, or Ms. Graves.
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Upper School News
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From the Upper School 
Interim II for Seniors is Friday, March 4
Interim II grades will be issued for seniors during the week of March 8 (grades will be determined by March 4). The second semester is a shortened schedule for seniors due to Senior Project, which begins on May 2.
CWRA Testing for Grade 12
The School will administer the College Work and Readiness Assessment (CWRA) to members of the senior class next week. Students will be tested on one day for approximately 90 minutes. Results will be available in the summer. Click here to see the attached Student Guide for information about this computer-based, performance task standardized test.
Monday, 2/29
Simon Acevedo
Julie Blazar
Regina Carey
Alina Fischer
Alison Gill
Sean Hussey
Mia Kundert
Olivia Malmstrom
Tony Ni
Xiomara Nunez
Anders O'Neill
Jacob Quiles
Claudia Slifka
Melodie Vo
Weds, 3/2
Zia Angell
Austin Camiel
Kate Eastwood
Isaiah Fontaine
Nathaniel Friedman
Michael Gordon
Nathan Greene
Ned Manus
Sam Marcotte
Alex Pan
Stephanie Zhang
Thursday, 3/3
Mark Gasperini
Lexy Hogan
Paul Lafferty
Sean Lee
Elle McDermott
Rayl Meng
Owen Meredith
Adam Michele
Sara Silmi
Leilani Sung
Week of March 2 - 7:
Tech and Performance Week for In the Heights
Over 40 Upper School students will be involved in this year's musical production of In the Heights. They will have a very busy schedule preparing for and performing in this production beginning this week. Please come to one of the shows on Thursday, 3/3, Friday, 3/4, or Saturday, 3/5 (two shows).
In the Heights Cast List
Usnavi De La Vega... Dashaun Simon
Nina Rosario............ Xiomara Núñez
Kevin Rosario.......... Jack Donnelly
Camila Rosario....... Mia Kundert
Benny....................... Tony Ni
Vanessa................... Claudia Slifka
Sonny....................... Nicholas Correia
Abuela Claudia........ Alexis Ifill
Daniela................... Alina Fischer
Carla........................ Bella Lepore
Graffiti Pete............ Anders O'Neill
Piragua Guy............ Tyler Best
Ensemble
Katheryn Maynard
Kate Delaney
Kaitlyn Celi
Zack RocklinWaltch
Lachlan Davidson
Raymani Walker
Elizabeth Picken
Emily Onderdonk
Lily Horn
Hannah Winthrop
Laura Lopez
Sadie Goodman
Cara Rittner
Mariam Dossayeva
Andrew Calhoun
Michelle Levinger
Emma Hastings
Jacob Quiles
Olivia Malmstrom
Stage Managers: Alison Gill and Kate Eastwood
Crew: Michael Donahue, Althea Hill, Sam Ravina, and others
Joseph Iuliano
Upper School Head
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Varsity Athletic Dinner
Brimmer is hosting a Dinner for winter varsity athletes and their parents to celebrate this season's accomplishments.
Date: Wednesday, March 9 Time: 6:00 p.m. Place: Chase Dining Room
The Winter Sports Awards Ceremony will commence at 6:45 p.m. in the Ruth Corkin Theatre following the dinner. This is a dress event. We hope to see you there! Regrets only by Wednesday, March 2 to
Jeff Gates at jgates@brimmer.org or 617-232-5093
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Journalism Students Visit The Boston Globe
Mr. Cutler's journalism students enjoyed a private tour of
The Boston Globe, including a tour of the printing presses. Read more and see photos.
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Reminder for Junior Parents
Parents and guardians of juniors, please complete the questionnaire on Naviance. If you would prefer, please email information about your student to the college counseling team in another format that works for you. This information helps us in both the counseling process and then later when we write the college recommendation. Thank you for your cooperation.
Mark Your Calendar
Sunday, April 24, is the BISCCA College Fair at Milton Academy. This is a required event for juniors. Information to follow.
Monday, April 25, is an essay workshop for juniors that will be presented by a college admissions officer. Information to follow.
Thursday, April 28, is a Financial Planning Night for all Brimmer families. The presenter, Todd Weaver, is a licensed educational financial planner. Information to follow.
Sunday, May 22, and Monday, May 23, is the National College Fair at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center. See the Poster on the College News board in Almy.
Spring College Visits
March Break is a perfect time for juniors to visit colleges. Nearly all colleges and universities offer campus tours and group information sessions several times each day. This information can be found on their websites, and most will allow families to sign up and reserve a spot online. If you would like help in creating a list of appropriate colleges to visit or would like aid in planning the actual trip, the college team would be happy to help you with this. Email Mrs. Pendergast, Ms. Du, or Mr. Murphy to make an appointment. In addition, be sure to check the College Board in Almy for notices of Spring Open House and Visiting Day programs this Spring. This is a wonderful way to explore a college you know little about.
Junior Testing
All juniors must sign up for at least one exam this spring. It can be the SAT or the ACT or both. To register for one of these exams the student must create an account with the testing agency at
The remaining testing dates and registration deadlines for this year are as follows:
SAT
Date: May 7
Registration Deadline: April 8
Date: June 4
Registration Deadline: May 5
ACT
Date: April 9
Registration Deadline: March 4
Date: June 11
Registration Deadline: May 6
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From the Parents' Association
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One week until Winterfest - Saturday, March 5
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
In the Gym
Volunteers Still Needed!
 We need your help to make our family-friendly Winterfest event a success! Volunteering is fun and easy--give an hour or two of your time while your children bounce in the bouncy house, make arts and crafts, play carnival games, win raffle prizes, savor delicious food, and try their luck at the ever-popular Cake Walk. There are many ways to contribute: help set up, run a carnival game, sell raffle tickets, staff the refreshments table or crafts table, donate a cake for the Cake Walk, or do a run for supplies. Please click here for the Sign-Up Genius
or contact our Winterfest chair, Melinda Tarbox P '26 ( rodbox7@comcast.net). Click here to print out raffle tickets and instructions. $1 raffle tickets and $5 raffle tickets are available for purchase. All proceeds from Winterfest benefits Brimmer's scholarship fund. We look forward to an exciting day with you and your children!
While you're at Winterfest, drop by Brimmer's Summer Camp Open House in the Chase Building from 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. A special matinee version of the Upper School musical, In the Heights, will be presented at 2:00 p.m. in the Theatre, directly following Winterfest. Tickets are on sale now-- click here.
Parent Coffee Group Meet us in the Dining Room for coffee and casual conversation every Friday at 8:15 a.m. Parents and guardians from all grades are invited.
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2/27
Boys' Lacross Clinic
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Girls' Lacross Clinic 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
3/1
Middle School and J.V. Winter Sports Assembly
2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
3/2
Grade 8 Inspirations Assembly
8:00 a.m.
3/3
FourthFest
Upper School Musical - In The Heights
7:00 p.m.
3/4
Interim II for Seniors
Upper School Musical - In The Heights
7:00 p.m.
3/5
SAT I & II
Winterfest
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Upper School Musical - In The Heights
2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
3/7
Grade 7 departs for Washington, D..C.
3/10
Grade 7 return from Washington, D..C.
Grades 4 and 5 Creative Arts Performance
6:30 p.m.
3/11
Mid Semester II/
End of Quarter III
Spring Vacation Begins
No School- Grade 7
Grade 4 and 5 Creative Arts Performance at Share
9:00 a.m.
3/28
School Resumes
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