With the turn of good weather and sunny afternoons, I have had the opportunity to watch many of our student-athletes compete. I have been particularly impressed with the affirming support of teammates, good sportsmanship, the strength of play, and the determination to win. Other than the obvious benefit of being active and staying fit, the value of being a member of a team is clear. Dedication, strength, endurance, strategic thinking, agility, and tenacity are just a few of the qualities our students demonstrated while I watched from the sidelines.
It is hard to begin the day at 7:45 a.m. and walk off a field or court after 6:00 p.m. only to arrive home and begin homework. The time management skills needed for our students to do all that is being asked of them is tremendous. I salute and cheer our students for their efforts and commitment. If you have not been out to see a game or match, I hope you will. The links to each sport are listed below and unless we have a rainy day, the schedule should remain steady for another week or two.
Judith Guild
Head of School
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 Athletics Schedule
Support Brimmer sports! Click here for the athletics schedule. Select "Spring Teams" from the left of the page, and you will see each team's season schedule and game results.
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 The Sound of Music
Performances of The Sound of Music are Wednesday, May 25 @ 7:00 p.m. and Thursday, May 26 @ 5:30 p.m. Admission is free, but tickets must be reserved beforehand. Please reserve only as many tickets as you need and email boxoffice@brimmer.org if you have tickets you will not be using. Please remember to include your name and the order number, if possible. Bill Jacob Creative Arts Department Chair |
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Lower School News 
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Dear Lower School Families,
Last night's Band/Chorus Concert was fantastic! It always amazes me to see the progress that is made over the year, especially regarding the Third Grade Band! First-grade families are in for a treat on Monday, May 16--it's time for the annual Crepe Party!
Early Heads Up: On Friday, June 3, each grade in the Lower School will participate in Move-Up Day. Move-Up Day is an opportunity for your children to meet next year's teachers, to tour the classrooms, to ask questions, and to have a snack. If you have any questions about the day, feel free to call us.
Thomas A. Fuller
Head of Lower School
Courtney P. McGillicuddy
Assistant Head of Lower School
Early Childhood Coordinator
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Bringing Down the Mouse with Kindergarten
 Kindergartners recently enjoyed having parent Ben Mezrich read his book Bringing Down the Mouse to them. Each student received a signed copy of the book to keep.
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Lower School Band & Chorus Concert
On Thursday evening, our Lower School bands and choruses presented Pecni iz Rosii -- Songs of Russia. Selections included "The Great Gate of Kiev," "1812 Overture," "Kalinka," "Korobushka," "Little Birch Tree," "Tum Balalaika," and "The Nutcracker Overture." Students in grade two through five proudly exhibited the development of their vocal and instrumental skills. In Share Assembly on Friday morning, both choruses delighted the Lower School audience with their choral pieces.
Elizabeth Wooster
Lower School Music Educator
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Middle School News
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Dear Parents and Guardians,
Thursday morning, the 8th grade presented at our annual Community Service Fair. This program, which was recognized last week at a PIN meeting for excellence, requires all students in grade 8 to commit eight hours of service to an organization of their choice. Students gave time to preschools, places of worship, and organizations such as The Pine Street Inn, Room to Grow, and Cradles to Crayons. It was a wonderful morning, and I am incredibly proud of the students for their work. Important Upcoming Dates and Events Friday, May 20 Middle School Six Flags Trip - 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. (We will be sending a bus back early for students on the Varsity Boys' Tennis, Varsity Girls' Tennis, and Varsity Girls' Lacrosse teams.) Saturday, May 21-Friday, May 27 The Sound of Music tech/performance week Monday, May 30 No School - Memorial Day Wednesday, June 1 Academy Awards - Reception at 3:30 p.m. Awards at 4:00 p.m. Thursday, June 2 Grade 6 Greek Festival - 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Athletic Awards at 3:30 p.m. in the theatre Friday, June 3 Grade 8 China Exhibition - 10:30-11:30 a.m. Half Day - Dismissal at 11:30 a.m. Graduation of the Class of 2016 at 5:00 p.m. Sincerely,
Carl Rapisarda-Vallely
Middle School Head
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Grade 7 Robotics Challenge 
Grade 7 students in Bethany Shannon's class recently began their Robotics unit. Click here to see learn more and see video and photos!
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Grade 7 Outdoor Ed Day 
The seventh grade recently went paddling at Lake Pearl for Outdoor Ed day. Click here to read more and see photos.
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Middle/Upper School News
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Final Exam/End-of-Year Schedule
Click here to access this comprehensive document. It is being sent out via email to all families and will be posted in the Chase and Almy Buildings. |
Upper School News
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From the Upper School
Upper School Senate Candidates for Election for 2016-2017
On Wednesday, May 11, during a Special Assembly, candidates for next year's Upper School Senate officer positions gave their speeches in the Corkin Theatre. Rising Grade 8-11 students run for the following positions: Rising Grade 9-- Treasurer; Rising Grade 10--Secretary; Rising Grade 11--Vice President; and Rising Grade 12--President. At the outset of the new school year, each grade in the Upper School elects representatives to serve in the Senate as well.
This year's slate of candidates:
Treasurer
Hannah Ahearn
Sarah Dean
Wentian Alvin Zhao
Secretary
Emma Hastings
Vice President
Jack Donnelly
Jack Durocher
Michael Finn-Henry
Sadie Goodman
Stone McLaren
President
Wanghao Charles Li
Sarah Smith
Raymani Walker
The election was held during lunch periods on Thursday, May 12.
Results will be published in next week's Bulletin.
Saturday, May 21
Junior-Senior Prom
Junior-Senior Pre-Prom Gathering, 5:30 p.m., Brimmer Campus
Junior-Senior Prom, 7:00 p.m., Newton-Marriott Hotel
The Upper School presents the 2016 Junior-Senior Prom at the Newton Marriott at 2345 Commonwealth Avenue, Newton. The Prom begins at 7:00 p.m. with hors d'oeuvres followed by dinner and dessert. Dinner will be the "Night to Remember Buffet" with an unlimited soda bar and a make-your-own-sundae bar. Following dinner there will be dancing until 11:00 p.m. Faculty and administrators will be chaperoning, and a special Photo Booth (free of charge) will be part of the entertainment.
In order to make this year's prom a safe, fun, and memorable evening Brimmer has organized the following activities and made the following arrangements:
Head of School Judy Guild will host a Pre-Prom Gathering at 69 Middlesex Rd. with professional photographer, David Barron. This event will begin at 5:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served and all are welcome! David will be posing the students as a group, in pairs, in friendship groups, and randomly. Parents, family, and friends are welcome and should be sure to bring their own cameras too.
The School will provide a bus to and from the prom and will provide adult supervision in the School parking lot when the bus returns.
Prom tickets are $75 per person. These must be purchased by
Wednesday, May 18. Mr. Murray will set up an online sign-up for prom tickets and transportation. Juniors and Seniors should look for an email from him about the Prom.
The School strongly recommends that families refrain from hosting post-Prom parties for large groups of students.
Upcoming Events and Important Dates for the Upper School
Saturday, May 14
Young Alumni BBQ, 7:30 p.m., Head's House, 81 Middlesex Road
Alumni-Student Soccer Game, 10:30 a.m., School Field
Workshops and Tours for Alumni, 4:00 p.m., Chase Building
Alumni Reception and Dinner, 5:30 p.m., Chase Dinning Room
Monday and Wednesday, May 16 & 18
Mass Bay Independent League Baseball Tournament, Babson College, game times TBA. Come watch the Varsity Baseball team defend its league titles from 2014 and 2015.
Wednesday, May 18
Video Production Class Assembly, 10:45 a.m., Corkin Theatre
Friday, May 20
Student-Directed Play: This is Real, 7:00 p.m. Corkin Theatre
Directors: Nicholas Correia '17 and Alexis Ifill '17
Come watch Upper School students perform under the direction of their peers. This show is intended for a high school-aged, and older audience.
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Senior Week & Commencement Information
Senior Week takes place beginning Monday, May 23, and Commencement takes place on Friday, June 3. Click here for details on these events.
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Winterim 2017
Winterim 2017 is coming! Please see the Winterim Trip Brochure about the trips we are planning to offer and answers to frequently asked questions about the program. Although sign-ups will not take place until the fall, it is important to start planning ahead. Families are encouraged to make sure that passports are up-to-date (with 3-6 months remaining from the date of return to the U.S.) and that you are aware of other necessary travel documents to prepare (e.g., visas for international students, etc.) For U.S. passport information and details about the countries your child is interested in visiting, go to travel.state.gov. Kelly Neely
Humanities Department Co-chair Director of Global Studies
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Upper School Improvisation Showcase
The Upper School Improvisation class will present an Improv Showcase on Tuesday, May 31, at 8:00 a.m. in the theatre. Join us for a morning of interactive theater games, sketch comedy, and more! We encourage all parents of students involved to attend. Students in grades 8 through 12 will also be invited to attend with their teachers.
Diana Gleason
MS Humanities & MS/US Theater Teacher
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From the Parents' Association
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Alesia Singer Joins as Associate PA Co-Chair in 2016-17
We are delighted to announce that Alesia Singer (Mom of Caleb, grade 2, and twins Eli and Zac in grade 6) will join Victor Bellemare and Roslyn Pedlar as Associate PA Co-Chair in 2016-17. Alesia has been an active and enthusiastic volunteer at many events this year and served as PA Chair at her sons' previous school. We look forward to working together next year!
All-School Celebration of the Arts
On Thursday, May 26, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. the Chase Building will be transformed into an art gallery, displaying works by every Brimmer student from Pre-K to grade 12. Students will enjoy snacks, crafts, and a scavenger hunt before attending this year's Middle School musical, The Sound of Music. Volunteer at www.SignUpGenius.com
Book Fair, May 31-June 3 in the Brimmer Gym
 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. Click here to volunteer.
New this year: Purchase online from now until June 10! Your books will be delivered to Brimmer for pick-up. Order early to ensure delivery during the Book Fair!
Search for your title and be sure to add "Brimmer" during checkout for your books to be delivered free of charge to the school.
Friday Parent Walking Group 
All parents and guardians are invited to join us at 8:15 a.m. in front of the Chase Building for a 40-60 minute walk around the Reservoir (weather permitting). Babies, strollers, and leashed pets are also welcome.
Support the PA When You Shop Amazon
Give back to the PA every time you shop Amazon.com! Our PA receives a portion of every purchase when you shop on Amazon. Go to the PA website page under the "Discover Brimmer and May" tab on the Brimmer website. Thank you!
Sincerely,
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5/13-5/14
Alumni Weekend
5/13Grade 8 Outdoor Ed. Day
5/16
Gr. 1 Crepe Party
8:30-9:30 a.m.
5/16
Gr. 1 Crepe Party
8:30-9:30 a.m.
5/18
Video Production Class Assembly
10:45 a.m.
5/20 Student Directed Play 7:00 p.m. 5/21
Pre-Prom Gathering
5:30 p.m. Juinor/Senior Prom 7:00 p.m.
5/23
Senior Week begins 5/25Middle School Musical - The Sound of Music 7:00 p.m. 5/26 All-School Celebration of the Arts
3:10 p.m. Middle School Musical - The Sound of Music5:30 p.m. 5/30Memorial Day - No School 5/31
Kindergarten Portfolio Exhibit
8:00 a.m.
Senior Project Exhibition 3:30 p.m. Chamber Concert Reenstierna Library 6:00 p.m. View the full School calendar
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