THE BURR PTO PRESENTS 


Coffee with Dr. Kotraba and Our ELL Teachers



Join Principal Dr. Kotraba and Burr's ELL teachers for coffee and munchkins on Tuesday, October 13, from 8:15 to 9:15 AM in the library.

ELL stands for English Language Learner. It's the program that supports Burr students who are learning English as an additional language. ELL teachers work with kids inside their regular classrooms and also meet with small groups to build reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.

This is a relaxed chance to meet the teachers, ask questions, and learn how the program works. All families are welcome, whether or not your child is in ELL. Coffee and munchkins are on the PTO.
We hope to see you there!



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🍬 BooFest Is Back — 

Volunteers & Candy Needed! 🎃

Saturday, October 24 | 3–5



Join us for a boo-rific afternoon of Halloween fun for the whole family! Enjoy:
🍬 Trunk-or-Treat
🔬 Spooky Entertainment
🎨 Festive Crafts & Face Painting
👻 And More!

🙌 We Need More Volunteers!
Help us make BooFest a success! We need volunteers to help run the event, including:
🔮 Tarot Card Readers
🎨 Face Painters
🚗 Decorated Trunk Hosts
🤝 Event Helpers

 No experience needed — just bring your Halloween spirit!


🍭 We Need Candy Donations!

Help us keep our Trunk-or-Treat stocked with treats! Please consider donating bags of candy at the Burr School Entrance from October 19-23 so we can make sure there’s plenty for all of our trick-or-treaters.


Let’s work together to 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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📚 Volunteer in the Burr Library!


Looking for a fun way to get involved at Burr? Volunteer in Ms. Patino’s library class and be part of your students’ learning experience!

Sign up for one session or twenty—you choose! You don’t need to volunteer during your own child’s class. Volunteers help organize shelves and assist students with checking books in and out.

Please make sure your CORI forms are up to date before volunteering.

Questions? Contact jie@burrpto.org.
Ready to volunteer? SIGN UP HERE!

You’ll need a Membership Toolkit profile to sign up if you don’t already have one—it’s quick and easy!


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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:
  • Events Co-Chairs
  • BooFest Committee Members (date: Saturday, 10/24/2026)
  • Garden Team Co-Chairs
  • Teacher Appreciation Co-Chairs
  • Auction Volunteers
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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Support Newton North Athletics 



The Newton North Boosters Club is sponsoring their 3rd annual Tiger 5k and would like to invite all the schools that feed into Newton North to come. 

There will be a Fun Run for participants 10 years and under. Everyone will welcome to attend, or register to 'run' 
Attached are two flyers if you be kind enough to share with your community.
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Work Out & Give Back: 

Help Burr PTO Win the Challenge! 



Work out and give back at Cardio High in Auburndale! From September 25, Cardio High in Auburndale is hosting a fundraising competition, "Burr vs. Williams." Every time a Burr parent works out, Cardio High will donate $4 to Burr PTO—and when a new Burr parent tries a workout, Cardio High will donate $30. There is no fee for new clients, so your first workout is completely free! They just added some 8:30am classes - perfect to join right after dropping off. 

After 2 weeks, we are still behind: Williams $102. Burr $42. 

Contact Cardio High at info@cardiohigh.com or 617.459.3807 to reserve your workout, and let’s raise some funds for Burr! 





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