THE BURR PTO PRESENTS 


The Auction Is Live. 

Don’t Ghost Burr.




Our online auction is open now through Thursday, November 5. You can bid from your phone on gift cards, camps, classes, and one-of-a-kind classroom experiences.


We have two asks:
Bid. Browse the items and bid on anything you love.
Share the link. Send it to grandparents, coworkers, neighbors, and friends. You don’t have to be a Burr family to bid.

A huge thank you to Kelly R., Rachel T., Laura L., and Elena H., who put in a ton of leg work to make this happen. Thank you to Dr. Kotraba and the teachers who volunteered to offer classroom-specific items. And thank you to the local businesses who said yes to Burr. Every bid supports our kids.

Happy bidding!




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🗳️ Election Day Bake Sale! 

Goodies and Volunteers Needed



Donate treats, volunteer, or stop by with your family to support the Burr community! Our Election Day bake sale will be held inside Burr School from 8 AM–6 PM on November 3,

🍪 Donate Baked Goods
Homemade and store-bought treats are welcome! Please wrap each serving individually—Ziploc bags work great. Drop off donations in the bin at the Burr School front door on Monday, November 3, from 8 AM–6 PM, or bring them directly to the bake sale on Tuesday, November 3. Sign up to donate here.

🙋 Volunteer at the Table
Help sell treats, welcome voters, and raise funds for Burr! Sign up for a volunteer shift here.

Thank you for supporting Burr!
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💡 Children’s Business Fair 

Thursday, November 12 | 6 PM



Calling all Burr kid entrepreneurs! Want to be the boss for a night? Showcase your business ideas, products, and services as you set prices, create displays, and connect with Burr families. Join us for a fun evening celebrating creativity and our amazing young business owners!

🚀 Ready to Be a Young Entrepreneur? Register by October 30! Sign Up Here!

💡 Need inspiration? Find business ideas and details in the Family Packet on the registration form.





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Grown-Ups Night Out is coming!



Parents, this one’s for you. Join us for food, drinks, and actual adult conversation on Saturday, November 14, 6:00 to 8:30 PM at Brewer’s Tap and Table in Waltham.

Every ticket supports the Caring Committee, the group that quietly shows up for Burr families through life’s challenges and celebrations, from a meal train after a new baby or a hard diagnosis to a little extra help when a family needs it most.

Tickets are $35 and include food (cash bar). RSVP by October 30 by Venmoing Kate Pitman at @kate-melville-1, or email kmel4029@gmail.com for other ways to pay.

Need a sitter? Done. Kids Night Out is the same night at The Dance Academy of Siagel Productions in Newton (5:45 to 8:45 PM). K through 5 kids get dancing, crafts, games, and pizza and popsicles. If 12+ Burr kids sign up, 50% comes back to the PTO! 






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🪔 SAVE THE DATE! 🪔

Burr School Diwali Celebration


What: Burr School Diwali Celebration
When: Saturday, November 21 | 3:00–5:00 PM
Where: Burr School

Join us for a fun-filled afternoon celebrating Diwali, the Festival of Lights! ✨

This is a FREE event, and everyone is welcome! Come enjoy an afternoon of celebration featuring dance performances, crafts, delicious food, and more.

Bring your family and friends and join us as we celebrate the joy, light, and traditions of Diwali!

We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🪔✨ 
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Volunteer Opportunities 2026–2027



There are many ways to get involved and support the Burr community this school year! We’re looking for volunteers for a variety of PTO roles, including:
  • Library Volunteers (Sign up here!) 
  • Events Co-Chairs
  • World Cultures Fair Co-Chairs
  • Dining For Dollars Coordinator 
  • Garden Team Co-Chairs
Whether you have a little time or a lot, your involvement makes a difference! Please sign up here to volunteer and help make this a wonderful school year for our students, teachers, and families.




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Important Upcoming Dates


October 27 - Special Early Release - 12:10pm
November 3 -Election Day - No School
November 11 - Veterans Day - No School
November 12 - Children's Business Fair
November 14 - Grown-Ups Night Out
November 21 - Diwali Celebration
November 25 - Early Dismissal - 12:10pm
November 26-27 - Thanksgiving Recess - No School
December 3 - Special Early Release - 12:10pm
December 9-15 - Book Fair 
December 24, 2026 - January 1, 2027 - December Recess - No School

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 THE BURR PTO PRESENTS 


🍬 BooFest Is Back 🎃

Volunteers & Candy Needed! 



📅 Saturday, October 24 | 3–5 PM

Join us for a boo-rific afternoon of Halloween fun for the whole family! We’ll have Trunk-or-Treats, Face Painting, Games, and music!

🙌 Volunteers Needed! Help make BooFest spooktacular! 🎃 🚗 Decorated Trunk Hosts | 🎨 Face Painters | 🧁 Baked Goods Donations  No experience needed—just Halloween spirit!

🍭 Candy Donations Needed! Drop off candy at the Burr School entrance October 19–23 to stock our Trunk-or-Treat! 👻

👉 Sign Up Here! Let’s make BooFest an unforgettable afternoon for our kids! 🎃👻🍬 




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THE BURR AUCTION IS COMING, 

AND WE NEED YOUR GREAT IDEAS!




Bidding opens Saturday, October 24 and closes Thursday, November 5. Every dollar raised goes right back to Burr, helping fund enrichment programs and events for every kid in our school.

And wow, the items are already rolling in! So far we have theater tickets, a family escape room game, kids' show tickets, a museum visit, a tutoring certificate, gift certificates for local shops, and more on the way!

Here is where you come in. Got something fun to share? Think:

A vacation rental or a weekend getaway
Sports, theater, or concert tickets
A pizza and movie night at your house, with spots sold per kid
A kids' craft or baking party, or a backyard campfire with s'mores
A home cooked dinner, a birthday cake, or a family photo session
A hobby, skill, or professional hour, like a music lesson, a baking class, or an hour of legal or financial advice
A behind the scenes tour or a day on the job at your workplace

Big or small, every idea helps. If you have a connection to a local business or a workplace that might donate, we would love an introduction.

Got an idea, or want to help make a donation happen? Email Hannah at hannah@burrpto.org. We would love to hear from you!

Thank you for helping make this our best auction yet! Go Wolves!





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