THE BURR BUZZ: April 2018

NEWTON SCHOOLS FOUNDATION

Thank a Teacher

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 7-11
#ThankATeacher and support Newton Schools Foundation!

If you are looking for a way to say “Thank You!” during Teacher Appreciation Week, please consider Newton Schools Foundations’ Honor Thy Teacher campaign. This special program, established more than 20 years ago, provides an opportunity for families to thank teachers or other school personnel by giving a gift to NSF in their honor.

NSF is a non-profit organization that raises funds to enhance educational excellence throughout Newton's public schools. Your gift supports opportunities for teachers to access valuable professional development, initiatives to close the achievement gap, and new learning programs for elementary students that encompass music, science, social and cultural studies, literature and writing instruction, and social-emotional learning.

After receiving each donation (suggested amount: $25/teacher), NSF will:

Notify the honored teachers and staff of your gift;
Share the honoree names with the Superintendent and Principals; and
List each of those honored in the Newton TAB.

You can make your tax-deductible donation on-line at www.newtonschoolsfoundation.org, or mail it to Newton Schools Foundation, P.O. Box 590020, Newton Centre, MA 02459. Please be sure to include the names of the teachers and/or staff that you are honoring. Or look for a flyer that will be sent home in your child’s backpack that includes a donation form.

THE BURR PTO PRESENTS

May Fair—Saturday, May 19, 2018

WHAT IS MAY FAIR??
The May Fair started in the 60’s as a community-building event led by some dedicated parents. Back then; it was a swap meet with some simple games and grill. Times have changed, but it’s still a fun community event.

Families enjoy a variety of activities for children and adults including: games of chance and skill, face painting, inflatable games and bounce house, arts and crafts… and weather-permitting, a Teacher Dunk Tank! We’ll also hold our famous Cake Decorating contest and plenty of great food and treats for sale.

In order for the May Fair to be a success, we need support from the Burr Community. See link below to sign up for a shift during the May Fair. We also have a bake sale, see link to sign up to contribute an item.

SHIFT SIGN UP
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f49aaab23a0f94-2018

BAKE SALE CONTRIBUTION
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f49aaab23a0f94-20181

CREATIVE ARTS AND SCIENCES PRESENTS

Grace Lin—Tuesday, May 1, 2018

Grace Lin, a star author, illustrator, and presenter, has written and illustrated more than a dozen picture books, including The Ugly Vegetables and Dim Sum for Everyone. Her book, Where the Mountain Meets the Moon, was a 2010 Newbery Honor Book. Her presentations are interactive and include inviting the students to draw along with her. There will be time at the end for autographs (students may bring copies of her books) and pictures.

When: Tuesday, May 1, 2018

Grades 1 & 2: 8:50–9:50am

Grade 3: 10–11am

Grades 4 & 5: 11:10–12:10pm

Where: In the Cafetorium

Parents are welcome to attend, but no younger siblings please.

This program was fully funded by your generous

contributions to the Burr PTO and the Burr Wolf Fund.

To donate, go to Burrpto.org and click on “Donate.”

Thank you!

TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK

Teacher Appreciation Week—May 7 -12

Celebrating Our Teachers And Staff

We have started receiving donations and contributions for teachers’ breakfast and luncheon events. Thank you very much to all those who already contributed! There is still time to send money in for those who haven’t been able to! The luncheons are catered and we are proud to be able to serve a delicious and luxurious spread to teachers, all this is made possible due to generosity of Burr Families!

Please Sign Up or Donate

Help us dish out some appreciation as we host our Spring Breakfast!

The end of the school year is quickly approaching and our plans for the Teacher and Staff Appreciation Breakfast, End-Of-Year Luncheon and Back-to-School Luncheon have begun. These events provide Burr Families an opportunity to thank the staff for their hard work and dedication. This year, National Teacher Appreciation Week will be celebrated from May 7 to May 11 2018.

For several years, we have been able to serve a homemade breakfast and cater two luncheons with the donations from you! The two luncheons alone cost about $1200. We are planning for these events right NOW and are looking for your help in one of the following ways:
Contribute $10-$15 toward the 3 meals we will prepare- any amount is most appreciated. Cash or check signed to BURR PTO can be sent in with your child’s folder by Friday, May 4, 2018.

Contribute a Breakfast Item of your choice. Deliver the morning of Thursday, May 10 (Before 7:30 AM, or contact Hema Rao at hrao23@gmail.com to make other arrangements). Link to the sign up is below. Examples of items families can donate are Egg dishes, Fruit, Bagels or Hot and Cold Drinks. Please list the ingredients with item.

LINK TO SIGN UP : http://bit.ly/BurrTeacherAppreciation

Help in another way of your choosing! Flowers? Decorating Teachers Room? Special Ethnic Dish? Set-up? Clean Up? Just let us know by April 30th.

More info on the luncheons will follow. Burr PTO appreciates and thanks you for all your support!

Contact: Ruchi Bhasin at rusona@gmail.com with any questions. Thank You!

Burr Hospitality Committee

THE BURR PTO PRESENTS

May Fair—Saturday, May 19

WHAT IS MAY FAIR??

The May Fair started in the 60s as a community-building event led by some dedicated parents. Back then, it was a swap meet with some simple games and grill. Times have changed, but it’s still a fun community event.

Families enjoy a variety of activities for children and adults including: games of chance and skill, face painting, inflatable games and bounce house, arts and crafts… and weather-permitting, a Teacher Dunk Tank! We’ll also hold our famous Cake Decorating contest and plenty of great food and treats for sale.

In order for the May Fair to be a success, we need support from the Burr Community. See link below to sign up for a shift during the May Fair. We also have a bake sale, see link to sign up to contribute an item.

SHIFT SIGN UP
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f49aaab23a0f94-2018

BAKE SALE CONTRIBUTION
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f49aaab23a0f94-20181

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 7-11

#ThankATeacher and support Newton Schools Foundation!

If you are looking for a way to say “Thank You!” during Teacher Appreciation Week, please consider Newton Schools Foundations’ Honor Thy Teacher campaign. This special program, established more than 20 years ago, provides an opportunity for families to thank teachers or other school personnel by giving a gift to NSF in their honor.

NSF is a non-profit organization that raises funds to enhance educational excellence throughout Newton's public schools. Your gift supports opportunities for teachers to access valuable professional development, initiatives to close the achievement gap, and new learning programs for elementary students that encompass: music; science; social and cultural studies; literature and writing instruction; and social-emotional learning.

After receiving each donation (suggested amount: $25/teacher), NSF will:

· Notify the honored teachers and staff of your gift;
· Share the honoree names with the Superintendent and Principals; and
· List each of those honored in the Newton TAB.

You can make your tax-deductible donation on-line at www.newtonschoolsfoundation.org, or mail it to Newton Schools Foundation, P.O. Box 590020, Newton Centre, MA 02459. Please be sure to include the names of the teachers and/or staff that you are honoring. Or look for a flyer that will be sent home in your child’s backpack that includes a donation form.

THE BURR PTO PRESENTS

World Cultures Celebration—April 28, 2018

Burr’s World Cultures Celebration is being held on April 28, 4:00-6:30, and we need your help or if you “loan” us your older Burr Alum, we will happily put them to work!

Currently, we have 18 countries represented: Russia, Armenia, Nigeria, Ireland, Pakistan, Kenya, Jamaica, Israel, India, Venezuela, Spain, Greece, China, Zimbabwe, Canada, Haiti, Mexico, and South Korea.

Don’t see your country? Don’t even see the good old USA (yes, that’s right: America needs representation too)? Well, there’s still time to volunteer to host a room representing your native or ancestral country, or you can jump in and assist a family with their hosting. Each country will receive up to $40 to offset the cost of their supplies.

And don’t forget that we also need volunteers to help setup, cleanup, and bring stuff, namely small plate foods, drinks, water and cutlery. Please take a look at this Signup to see where you can help: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A4CAFA82DA1F49-world.

Many thanks,

Your World Cultures Celebration Team

THE BURR PTO PRESENTS

Bertucci's Fundraiser—April 24, 2018

We have confirmation that the Newton Bertucci's isn't affected by the company's closures and our scheduled fundraiser is still happening! Come to the Newton Corner location (275 Centre Street) on Tuesday, April 24 for lunch or dinner and Burr can get up to 25% of the proceeds!

Flyers went out before break, but in case you didn't get one go here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AUCw8gLiQSsf01kgs-BhZKQD-H-gMTDT/view?usp=sharing

Hope to see you there!

THE BURR PTO PRESENTS

Spring Bertucci's Fundraiser!

We had so much fun at the last Bertucci's fundraiser that we decided to do another one! Come to the Newton Corner location (275 Centre Street) on Tuesday, April 24 for lunch or dinner and Burr can get up to 25% of the proceeds!

Flyers should have gone home a few days ago, but if you didn't get one, feel free to print here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AUCw8gLiQSsf01kgs-BhZKQD-H-gMTDT/view?usp=sharing

Buon appetito!

Teacher and Staff Appreciation—Please Sign Up or Donate

Celebrating Our Teachers And Staff Help us dish out some appreciation as we host our Spring Breakfast!

The end of the school year is quickly approaching and our plans for the Teacher and Staff Appreciation Breakfast, End-Of-Year Luncheon and Back-to-School Luncheon have begun. These events provide Burr Families an opportunity to thank the staff for their hard work and dedication. This year, National Teacher Appreciation Week will be celebrated from May 7 to May 11 2018.

For several years, we have been able to serve a homemade breakfast and cater two luncheons with the donations from you! We are planning for these events right NOW and are looking for your help in one of the following ways: Contribute $10-$15 toward the 3 meals we will prepare—any amount is most appreciated. Cash or check signed to BURR PTO can be sent in with your child’s folder by Friday, April 27, 2018. Contribute a Breakfast Item of your choice. Deliver the morning of Thursday, May 10 (Before 7:30 AM, or contact Hema Rao at hrao23@gmail.com to make other arrangements). Link to the sign up is below. Examples of items families can donate are Egg dishes, Fruit, Bagels or Hot and Cold Drinks. Please list the ingredients with item.

LINK TO SIGN UP : http://bit.ly/BurrTeacherAppreciation

Help in another way of your choosing! Flowers? Decorating Teachers Room? Special Ethnic Dish? Set-up? Clean Up? Just let us know by April 30th.

More info on the luncheons will follow.

Burr PTO appreciates and thanks for you for all your support! Contact: Ruchi Bhasin at rusona@gmail.com with any questions.

Thank You!

Burr Hospitality Committee

May Fair—Saturday, May 19th

SAVE THE DATE!
May Fair is Saturday, May 19th! 12:00 – 3:00pm

WHAT IS MAY FAIR?? The May Fair started in the 60’s as a community-building event led by some dedicated parents. Back then; it was a swap meet with some simple games and grill. Times have changed, but it’s still a fun community event.
Families enjoy a variety of activities for children and adults including: games of chance and skill, face painting, inflatable games and bounce house, arts and crafts… and weather-permitting, a Teacher Dunk Tank! We’ll also hold our famous Cake Decorating contest and plenty of great food and treats for sale.

COROPORATE SPONSORS If you’re a business owner and would like to help sponsor Mayfair, let us know! Email Sloane Goldhagen: sloanego@gmail.com.

World Cultures Celebration—April 28, 2018

Burr’s World Cultures Celebration is being held on April 28, 4:00-6:30, and we need your help or if you “loan” us your older Burr Alum, we will happily put them to work! Currently, we have 18 countries represented: Russia, Armenia, Nigeria, Ireland, Pakistan, Kenya, Jamaica, Israel, India, Venezuela, Spain, Greece, China, Zimbabwe, Canada, Haiti, Mexico, and South Korea.

Don’t see your country? Don’t even see the good old USA (yes, that’s right: America needs representation too)? Well, there’s still time to volunteer to host a room representing your native or ancestral country, or you can jump in and assist a family with their hosting. Each country will receive up to $40 to offset the cost of their supplies.

And don’t forget that we also need volunteers to help setup, cleanup, and bring stuff, namely small plate foods, drinks, water and cutlery. Please take a look at this Signup to see where you can help: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A4CAFA82DA1F49-world. Many thanks, Your World Cultures Celebration Team

Burr Elementary School Night at Fenway Park

Get your tickets before they sell out!

Join the Burr Elementary School for some fun at Fenway Park! We have secured a block of tickets for the June 6th game so get your seats now and cheer on the Red Sox alongside the Burr community.

Burr Spring Basketball Clinics

OVERVIEW: from April 24, 2018 to the end of this school semester, there will be 6 basketball clinics on Tuesdays that you will pay $120 for. Plus we'll give you a bonus for 2 additional clinics (the reason to give out a bonus is that no make-up dates will be planned for any cancellations).

Cost: $120 for 6 + 2 clinics.

Coach(es): Be Ahead Of The Game

Times: 5:30~6:30 PM for Kindergartners & 1st graders; 6:30~7:30 PM for 2nd graders and above

Location: Outdoors @ Burr School Court

If you are interested, please register at bit.ly/burrschool

TEACHER AND STAFF APPRECIATION

Teacher and Staff Appreciation—Please Sign Up or Donate

Celebrating Our Teachers And Staff
Help us dish out some appreciation as we host our Spring Breakfast!

The end of the school year is quickly approaching and our plans for the Teacher and Staff Appreciation Breakfast, End-Of-Year Luncheon and Back-to-School Luncheon have begun. These events provide Burr Families an opportunity to thank the staff for their hard work and dedication. This year, National Teacher Appreciation Week will be celebrated from May 7 to May 11 2018.

For several years, we have been able to serve a homemade breakfast and cater two luncheons with the donations from you! We are planning for these events right NOW and are looking for your help in one of the following ways:
Contribute $10-$15 toward the 3 meals we will prepare- any amount is most appreciated. Cash or check signed to BURR PTO can be sent in with your child’s folder by Friday, April 27, 2018.

Contribute a Breakfast Item of your choice. Deliver the morning of Thursday, May 10 (Before 7:30 AM, or contact Hema Rao at hrao23@gmail.com to make other arrangements). Link to the sign up is below. Examples of items families can donate are Egg dishes, Fruit, Bagels or Hot and Cold Drinks. Please list the ingredients with item.

LINK TO SIGN UP : http://bit.ly/BurrTeacherAppreciation

Help in another way of your choosing! Flowers? Decorating Teachers Room? Special Ethnic Dish? Set-up? Clean Up? Just let us know by April 30th.

More info on the luncheons will follow. Burr PTO appreciates and thanks for you for all your support!

Contact: Ruchi Bhasin at rusona@gmail.com with any questions. Thank You!

Burr Hospitality Committee

May Fair

May Fair—Saturday, May 19th

SAVE THE DATE!

May Fair is Saturday, May 19th!
12:00 – 3:00pm

WHAT IS MAY FAIR??
The May Fair started in the 60’s as a community-building event led by some dedicated parents. Back then; it was a swap meet with some simple games and grill. Times have changed, but it’s still a fun community event.

Families enjoy a variety of activities for children and adults including: games of chance and skill, face painting, inflatable games and bounce house, arts and crafts… and weather-permitting, a Teacher Dunk Tank! We’ll also hold our famous Cake Decorating contest and plenty of great food and treats for sale.

COROPORATE SPONSORS
If you’re a business owner and would like to help sponsor Mayfair, let us know! Email Sloane Goldhagen: sloanego@gmail.com.

WORLD CULTURES CELEBRATION

World Cultures Celebration—April 28, 2018

Burr’s World Cultures Celebration is being held on April 28, 4:00-6:30, and we need your help or if you “loan” us your older Burr Alum, we will happily put them to work!
Currently, we have 18 countries represented: Russia, Armenia, Nigeria, Ireland, Pakistan, Kenya, Jamaica, Israel, India, Venezuela, Spain, Greece, China, Zimbabwe, Canada, Haiti, Mexico, and South Korea.

Don’t see your country? Don’t even see the good old USA (yes, that’s right: America needs representation too)? Well, there’s still time to volunteer to host a room representing your native or ancestral country, or you can jump in and assist a family with their hosting. Each country will receive up to $40 to offset the cost of their supplies.

And don’t forget that we also need volunteers to help setup, cleanup, and bring stuff, namely small plate foods, drinks, water and cutlery. Please take a look at this Signup to see where you can help: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A4CAFA82DA1F49-world.

Many thanks,

Your World Cultures Celebration Team

CREATIVE ARTS AND SCIENCES

Tanglewood Marionettes' Cinderella (Grades K, 1)—April 11, 2018

Creative Arts and Sciences Welcomes the Tanglewood Marionettes’ Cinderella (Kindergarten, 1st Grade)

Set in the eighteenth century and featuring a dozen lavishly costumed 30-inch marionettes, this production of Cinderella is a Tanglewood Marionettes showpiece. The story unfolds as the pages of a giant book open to reveal each beautifully painted setting – the village square, the rustic kitchen, the magnificent ballroom, plus many more. All your favorite characters are here, from gentle Cinderella to the bumptious stepsisters and the charming Prince, each manipulated with precision and grace by talented puppeteers. There are a few surprises too!

DATE: April 11, 2018
TIME: 9-9:45
Presentation will take place in the Cafetorium.

Join us! Parents are encouraged to attend, but no younger siblings, please. Thank you for your cooperation.

This program was fully funded by your generous donations to the Burr PTO and the Burr Wolf Fund. To donate, go to Burr PTO.org and click on "Donate."

Thank you!