THE BURR PTO PRESENTS
ELL Meet And Greet Breakfast
Please join our ELL teachers and staff at the "ELL Meet And Greet Breakfast" on Thursday, October 16th, from 8:15-9:15am at the library to learn about our ELL Program at Burr Elementary School.
Newton SEPAC Presents:
Meet the Candidates Online
Newton SEPAC Presents: Meet the Candidates Online
Join Newton SEPAC for two evenings of discussion with School Committee candidates focused on key issues in special education.
Discussion Topics:
Commitment to Special Education Access
Accessible Communication & Inclusive School Life
Funding & Resource Allocation
Family & Community Engagement
Student Outcomes & Accountability
🗓 Wednesday, October 22 | 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Candidates: Christine Fisher (Ward 2), Ben Schlesinger (Ward 5), Jenna Miara (Ward 5), Jonathan Greene (Ward 6), Mali Brodt (Ward 6)
Register to attend here
🗓 Thursday, October 23 | 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Candidates: Arrianna Proia (Ward 1), Linda Swain (Ward 2), Jason Bhardwaj (Ward 3), Jim Murphy (Ward 8), Victor Lee (Ward 8)
Register to attend here
💬 Submit questions for candidates here.
🎃BooFest is Back — And We Need YOU!🎃
Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 25th, from 3–5 PM and join us for a boo-rific afternoon of fun for the whole family! This year’s BooFest will feature our beloved Trunk-or-Treat, spooky entertainment, festive crafts, and so much more!
But we can’t pull it off without your help…
👻 Join the BooFest Committee!
We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us plan and organize the event. Committee meetings are held virtually once a week and only take 30–45 minutes of your time.
🎨Volunteer at the Event!
We're also in need of:
- Mad Scientists
- Tarot Card Readers
- Face Painters
- Decorated Trunks for Trunk-or-Treat
Don’t worry—Burr PTO will provide candy for all participating trunks!
Let’s make this year’s BooFest another unforgettable experience for our kids. Without enough volunteers, we may have to cancel—so please consider helping however you can!
Thank you for being part of the magic! 🕸
🪔 Diwali - The Festival Of Lights 🪔
Join us in celebrating the Festival of Lights at our Diwali Event on Saturday, November 8th from 3:00–5:00 PM in the Burr Cafeteria! Families will enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with delicious Indian food, a henna station, and a crafts table for kids to get creative. Groove to Bollywood beats with an energetic BollyX dance session, cheer on our kids’ dance performances, and don’t miss the festive fashion show!
If your child would like to participate in the fashion show, please email pooja@burrpto.org with your child’s name, outfit type (male/female), and size. We’ll do our best to arrange an outfit—availability is limited and will be on a first-come, first-served basis. We’ll also be playing Diwali Bingo and organizing more fun activities for all ages!
Click the link below to sign up -
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4EAAA82FA1FAC16-59271039-burr
All Burr Events are funded by the Burr PTO Wolf Fund.
🔈Join Us for Election Day Fun at Burr!
🗳Drop off some baked goods or bring your family for a day of supporting voters and raising funds at Burr on this Election Day. The bake sale table will be set up inside the school from 8AM–6PM.
Option 1: Donate Baked Goods – Bake or buy treats to donate! Make sure they’re individually wrapped (Ziploc bags work perfectly). You can drop off baked goods on Monday, November 3rd between 8AM–6PM at the Burr School front door, where a donation bin will be available — or bring them directly on Tuesday, November 4th during the bake sale event. Sign up to donate here.
Option 2: Help at the Table – Be part of the fun by selling baked goods to support the Burr community. Sign up to volunteer for helping here.
Let’s make it a meaningful and fun day for everyone.
🐺 Wolf Fund – Power of the PackEvent Date
The Wolf Fund has allocated **$6,500 to 18 teachers and 22 specialists** for classroom supplies.
👉 [Donate Today]
Important Upcoming Dates
October 13: Indigenous Peoples' Day - No School
October 16: ELL Teacher Meet and Greet at the Burr Library, 8:10-9:10 a.m.
October 28: NPS Early Release - 12:10 Student Dismissal
November 4: Election Day - No School
November 11: Veterans' Day - No School
November 26: Early Dismissal - 12:10
November 27-28: Thanksgiving Break
🎃BooFest is Back — And We Need YOU!🎃
Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 25th, from 3–5 PM and join us for a boo-rific afternoon of fun for the whole family! This year’s BooFest will feature our beloved Trunk-or-Treat, spooky entertainment, festive crafts, and so much more!
But we can’t pull it off without your help…
👻 Join the BooFest Committee!
We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us plan and organize the event. Committee meetings are held virtually once a week and only take 30–45 minutes of your time.
🎨Volunteer at the Event!
We're also in need of:
- Mad Scientists
- Tarot Card Readers
- Face Painters
- Decorated Trunks for Trunk-or-Treat
Don’t worry—Burr PTO will provide candy for all participating trunks!
Let’s make this year’s BooFest another unforgettable experience for our kids. Without enough volunteers, we may have to cancel—so please consider helping however you can!
Thank you for being part of the magic! 🕸
SAVE THE DATE and VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR DIA DE LOS MUERTOS
We’re excited to bring back our joint celebration of Diwali and Día de los Muertos celebration this year! The event will be held on Saturday, November 8th from 3–5 PM in the Burr School cafeteria.
We are looking for volunteers who would like to help with the planning of Dia de los Muertos, specifically, if you’d like to set up an ofrenda, do a performance, or share something related to Dia de los Muertos, please contact us at - pooja@burrpto.org.
🪔 Diwali - The Festival Of Lights 🪔
Join us in celebrating the Festival of Lights at our Diwali Event on Saturday, November 8th from 3:00–5:00 PM in the Burr Cafeteria! Families will enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with delicious Indian food, a henna station, and a crafts table for kids to get creative. Groove to Bollywood beats with an energetic BollyX dance session, cheer on our kids’ dance performances, and don’t miss the festive fashion show!
If your child would like to participate in the fashion show, please email pooja@burrpto.org with your child’s name, outfit type (male/female), and size. We’ll do our best to arrange an outfit—availability is limited and will be on a first-come, first-served basis. We’ll also be playing Diwali Bingo and organizing more fun activities for all ages!
Click the link below to sign up -
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4EAAA82FA1FAC16-59271039-burr
If we’re able to find a host for Día de los Muertos, we’ll continue our wonderful tradition of combining both celebrations into one vibrant cultural event!
All Burr Events are funded by the Burr PTO Wolf Fund.
From the Community
🎨 Sign Up For Halloween Window Painting
Registration is now open for the 26th annual Halloween Window Painting event in Newton. This year's painting takes place on Saturday, October 25 (rain date Sunday October 26) in seven villages across the city. Newton students in grades 3-8 are invited to paint Halloween images on participating merchant windows in all these villages. Sign up today to make sure you get a spot in your preferred village and share your artistic talent with your community. Details and registration info can be found here.
Save the Date! Newton Children’s Book Festival
Join us for the 2nd Annual Newton Children’s Book Festival on Sunday, November 16, 2025, from 11 am – 3 pm at the New Art Center (61 Washington Park, Newtonville).
This free family event will feature more than 60 children’s book authors and illustrators—including award-winners Brian Lies, Christopher Denise, Rajani LaRocca, Raul the Third, and Jonathan Todd! Kids can meet their favorite creators, get books signed (available for purchase from Newtonville Books), and enjoy a craft table. Teachers also receive a 20% discount on books.
Learn more and see the full list of authors at 👉 newtonchildrensbookfest.com
Join Us for a Grown-Up Night Out
Join us for a Grown Ups Night Out to raise money for the new Caring Committee at Burr on November 1st at Brighton Bowl! Learn more about the Caring Committee at the event and get a chance to meet and mingle with other Burr parents and caretakers!
RSVP to RESERVE YOUR SPOT by Venmoeing Kate Pitman at @Kate-Melville-1 or email Kate if you don’t have Venmo at: Kmel4029@gmail.com.
$30 per person includes bowling and pizza
RSVP to RESERVE YOUR SPOT by Venmoeing Kate Pitman at @Kate-Melville-1 or email Kate if you don’t have Venmo at: Kmel4029@gmail.com.
🐺 Wolf Fund – Power of the PackEvent Date
The Wolf Fund has allocated **$6,500 to 18 teachers and 22 specialists** for classroom supplies.
👉 [Donate Today]
Volunteer Sign Up 2025-2026
We have many volunteering opportunities for the school year.
- Co-President
- Events Co-Chair
- Education Chair
- Kindergarten CAS Coordinator
- Garden Team Co-Chairs
- Teacher Appreciation Co-Chairs
- Burr Buzz editors
- Auction Volunteers
- School Library Volunteers
Please sign up to help our school!
Important Upcoming Dates
October 2: Yom Kippur - No School
October 3: Photo Day (Rain Date)
October 13: Indigenous Peoples' Day - No School
October 16: ELL Teacher Meet and Greet at the Burr Library, 8:10-9:10 a.m.
October 28: NPS Early Release - 12:10 Student Dismissal
November 4: Election Day - No School
November 11: Veterans' Day - No School
November 26: Early Dismissal - 12:10
November 27-28: Thanksgiving Break
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