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From the Assistant Principal
PARENT REMINDER: WE NEED YOUR HELP FOR MCAS!
TIPS THAT WILL HELP YOUR CHILD DURING THE MCAS TESTING PERIOD IN MAY.
- Please be aware of the days that your child will be involved in testing.
- Discuss with your child the importance of doing his/her best on all tests.
- Since all testing starts at 8:30-please make sure that they arrive at school on time.
- Have them get plenty of rest the night before each test and eat a good breakfast on the testing days.
- Have them come prepared with a reading book (if they should finish early), and a calculator if they are in 8th grade for the second session of math in May.
Grade |
Tests |
Dates |
Grade 6 |
History/Social Science Tryout |
Thurs., May 25 (1 session) |
Grade 8 |
Mathematics |
Mon., May 22 & Tues., May 23 (2 sessions) |
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Science and Technology/Engineering |
Wed., May 24 (two sessions) |
Please visit the MCAS website for further information at www.doe.mass.edu/mcas/.
Thank you in advance for your help and support with the testing program.
Ms. Snyder-Assistant Principal
From the PTO
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Our deep thanks to Carolyn Drucker for organizing the Faculty/Staff Appreciation luncheon on May 8! Thanks to her efforts, generous contributions plus help from many parents, and donations from Panera and Union Street restaurants, there were plenty of delectable culinary delights awaiting teachers at 11:30am – all well received based on our observations and feedback from teachers. Thanks to all who helped make this luncheon a wonderful success!
We also thank Barbara Zolit for organizing the Farina Bike fundraiser. We don’t know how much money it raised, but we hope everyone needing bike supplies took advantage of this opportunity.
Please mark your calendars for these upcoming events:
- Spring Concerts – Wednesday, May 24 and May 31. See details later in this newsletter.
- PTO Coffee - Friday, June 2 - featuring Newton Schools Foundation. Have you ever wondered what the Newton Schools Foundation does? This is an opportunity to find out! Executive Director and Brown parent, Chryse Gibson, and Board Member Andrea Willett will give us an overview of the organization and answer questions.
- PTO Coffee – Thursday, June 15 – Farewell to Departing Faculty and Vote on 06-07 PTO Budget and Slate. Join us at 8:15 to informally honor departing faculty, followed by a review and vote of the 06-07 PTO budget and slate. In addition, we hope that you will share your feedback and suggestions so that we can make the PTO even better next year!
The PTO is successful thanks to the efforts of many volunteers. We welcome new faces – have you thought of getting involved? Some of the open positions for next year include: Treasurer, Magazine Drive, Building Brown, Chapter 766 Representative, Grounds, Membership, Picnic, Political Action Liaison, School Pictures. If any of these interest you, please let us know! Get involved and make a difference!
Sincerely,
Nancy Leipzig (617-244-9508) and Karen Spier (617-965-0742), brownpto@brownpto.org
PTO Co-Presidents
SPRING CONCERT UPDATE
We have a couple of great concerts coming up on May 24 and May 31:
- May 24 - Acappella Group, Concert Band, King’s Men, Melody Makers, String Ensemble.
- May 31 - Charlie Brown Music Makers, Redwood Singers, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band.
Please remember to bring a treat to share for our after-the-concert get together. For us adults, the get together is a chance to celebrate both the beautiful music, which our kids make, and their teachers, who work with the kids all year to help them make that music. It's also a chance to catch up with people we don't get to see often enough. For the kids, it's a chance to hang out and enjoy each other’s company WITHOUT having to worry about being late for class.
This is also a fine time to contribute to the Brown PTO music fund. If you are able to support the music program in this way, please make out a check to the Brown PTO (write music fund in the memo space) and send it into the office or drop cash in our fund box at the concert. The music fund helps support the Brown music and theater program by allowing the teachers to acquire more interesting music for the kids, improve the sound system, help protect and maintain instruments, etc. If you add a note with your contribution, we will be happy to send a card to your child's teacher(s), whom you would like to honor with a contribution.
See you there!
(NOTE: The music committee is always looking for parents to help. If you’re interested, please contact Julia Saldanha (617-795-0084, saldanha@rcn.com.)
BROWN MIDDLE SCHOOL YEARBOOK
REMINDER: It’s time to order your 2005-06 Brown Yearbook! We are pleased to announce that there is a new format for ordering books. There are a limited number of books, 350, and we will be taking orders on a first come first served basis.
The cost of the yearbook is $23.00 and the deadline to place orders is Thursday, June 1.
You may place orders directly through Coffee Pond’s online ordering system. Here’s how:
- Log on to [ http://www.coffeepond.com ]www.coffeepond.com
- Go to “Place an Order” and click on “Yearbooks”
- Enter School Password: brown06
- Place Order
THERE ARE THREE OPTIONS FOR PLACING AN ORDER:
- Order online at Coffee Pond’s secure website using a credit card,
- Complete and print out the online order form and mail it with a check or money order to: Coffee Pond Yearbook Orders, 1239 Washington Street, West Newton, MA 02465-2128,
- Pick up a copy of the online order form in the Brown Main Office to fill out and send to Coffee Pond with a check or money order. Checks in the amount of $23.00 should be made out to Coffee Pond Photography.
Please contact Robyn DeFonseca or Emily Cline, (617)552-7409 or robyn_defonseca@newton.mec.edu, with any questions.
School News
METCO/NEWTON FAMILY PICNIC
Sponsored by the Newton PTO Council and the METCO Liaisons
NEW DATE! Sunday, June 4, 2-5 pm, John Pope Paul II Park, Dorchester
Directions from Newton. Mass Pike to I-93 South to Exit 12 (Route 3A South). Merge onto Gallivan Boulevard. Turn Right into Park shortly after getting onto Gallivan Boulevard. Note: Do not use the Hallet Street Entrance - Space for the Newton METCO Picnic is reserved near the Gallivan entrance.
Any questions, please call your liaisons, Joy (617-282-4696), Bernadette (617-364-5512) or Diane Greer (617-964-8677).
TROUBADOURS
Troubadours, an all-city chorus for 7th, 8th, and 9th graders in Newton, will be accepting new members for the fall. Rehearsals are on Wednesdays, 3:30-5:00, at Williams School in Auburndale. Auditions will be May 17, 24, 31, June 7 and 14. If you love to sing and are interested in participating, please contact Martha Holmes to schedule an audition time. Phone: 617-965-7573 or e-mail: martha_holmes@newton.mec.edu.
NEWTON SOUTH STAGE PRESENTS - RUTHLESS! The Musical!
Music and Lyrics by Marvin Laird, Book by Joel Paley, Stage Direction by Mr. Jeff Knoedler & Andrea Ruth Rice, Music Direction by Nicholas Brown:
June 1 & 2, 7:30 pm and June 3, 2:00 & 7:30 pm,
Newton South Lab Theater, Newton South High School
$10 General Admission. For tickets call: 617.559.6594.
Eight-year-old Tina Denmark knows she was born to play Pippi Longstocking and she will do anything to win the part in her school musical. Anything includes murdering the leading lady! This aggressively outrageous musical hit garnered rave reviews during its long Off Broadway run.
Former Mr. Hanelin (Angier) 4th grade students.
A letter has gone out to all of Mr. Hanelin’s 4th grade students of the past 10 years in hopes to create a scrapbook of memories, photographs, messages of goodwill, poems, well wishes, etc. If you were a student of Mr. Hanelin's, please send in an entry so you can be included in this memorable gift by May 31st. Please send your submission to: Retirement Committee, Angier School, 1697 Beacon St, Waban, MA 02468. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Shannon Smith at shannonsmith1@rcn.com.
Community News
PMC Kids' Ride-Newton:
New this year, the Pan-Massachusetts Challenge (PMC) Kids Ride-Newton is looking for 200 children, ages 5-14, to ride their bikes to raise money for the Jimmy Fund at 9 a.m. on Sunday, September 17, 2006. The ride will take place at the Wells Office Park in Newton and will be followed by a party with music, raffles and exciting events. Space is limited, so riders should register as soon as possible! There is a $10 registration fee and a minimum donation of $25. Older teens can volunteer to help on the day of the event. You can register to ride, or to volunteer , at https://kids.pmc.org/kids2006 or contact coordinators: Laurie Gershkowitz at lgersh@comcast.net or Meryl Appelbaum at mitchelappelbaum@comcast.net.
CALL FOR NEWTON CRAFTERS AND ARTISTS!
The fifth annual Celebrate Newton! Holiday Arts and Crafts Festival will take place on Sunday, December 3rd at Newton South High School. For the past four years, this PTO-Council sponsored event has attracted shoppers and spirit from across the city, and this year's event promises to be even better. The day will feature artists and crafters with ties to Newton along with live music, onsite craft projects, a silent auction, cafe, author signing and more. If you are interested in participating as a crafter, please contact Sara at saracoen3@aol.com or 617-558-3695. First-round application deadline is June 15th. ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE NEWTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS. See www.perugi.com/newton for more details.
Newton Symphony Orchestra 2006-2007 Season
The NSO, now in its 41st season of bringing top quality music and first-class soloists to the greater Boston area, has earned acclaimed reviews as one of New England’s leading symphony orchestras. Getting to superb classical music is hassle-free with our convenient Newton Corner location and free parking. Contact us for schedule or tickets at www.newtonsymphony.org or 617-965-2555.
Boston City Singers Spring Auditions for Young Singers of all Ages
Boston City Singers, Boston’s acclaimed Youth Chorus, is pleased to announce June interviews and auditions for young people ages 6-18 for the 2006-2007 season. Training Chorus programs are available at several locations in Dorchester, Jamaica Plain and South Boston, for children ages 6-12. No former experience needed.
Boston City Singers Dorchester-based Concert Chorus accepts young people ages 11-18 with prior experience and a strong interest in singing. Vocal coaching, collaborative performances, national and international touring opportunities, distinctive and challenging repertoire await you! For more information please call:
BCS Artistic Director: Jane Money at 617-825-0674 for the Dorchester programs.
BCS Training Director: Tom Morris at 617-697-56-21 for Jamaica Plain & S. Boston programs.
SUMMER TENNIS
This summer, come have some fun! Newton Parks and Recreation is offering nationally recognized programs in tennis for kids and adults. They offer summer lessons, half-day, full day, and round robins. Adult Am & Pm. Check them out at newtontennis.com or 617-666-PLAY.
Classified
A Step Ahead at Cabot Park & School Newton MA
Dates: July 24-28, July 31- Aug 4, Aug 7-11, Aug 14-18 & Aug 21-25
Time: 8:30am-2:30pm
Ages: ASA Week 1 & 2 - Boys & Girls 8-13 / Week 3, 4 & 5 Boys & Girls 11-17
Site: Cabot Park & School
For more information contact Brendan Smith at 617-909-5990, email him at Coachb@asahoops.com or visit our website at www.asahoops.com.
ALL NEWTON MUSIC SCHOOL
Fall 2006 registration has begun. To register, visit www.allnewtonmusicschool.com/Registration.
Music in May is May 13. Everyone is invited and admission is FREE!!! From 9 AM - 6 PM.
Some highlights will include excerpts from "The Wizard of Oz,” courtesy of our Musical Theatre Club, "Annie" by the Broadway Music Class, Rock & Blues Band Jam from 3 to 6 pm outside. Details at www.allnewtonmusicschool.com/Music_in_May.
Summer lessons and workshops are available. For details, call 617-527-4553 x 100 or visit www.allnewtonmusicschool.com.
Kumon Math and Reading Center Open House: Tuesday May 2, Tuesday May 16, Tuesday May 23, and Tuesday, June 6, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. At the Bishop Mackenzie Center, 1337 Centre Street, Newton Centre.
Great after-school program to improve math and reading skills, strengthen study habits, and build self-confidence. FREE DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. Call 617-928-0446 for more information or visit our website at www.kumonnewton.com.
Brown PTO Newsletter
Youth Ensemble program by Tal - registration for next year starts in June. The program is designed for students who like to play and perform with a steady small group (5-7 students). Each ensemble meets EVERY OTHER WEEK for an hour and a half, on Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu evenings. Call Tal for more details, 617-9654071, or go to www.talmusicworld.com to learn more about the program.
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