News and Notes

LAWRENCE HIGHLIGHTS

• School Council Election 
  • We are pleased to introduce the candidates for School Council parent representatives: Heather Hoganson, Nira Pollock, and Charu Puri-Sharma.
    Everyone is eligble to vote for the two open slots on the School Council.  Election are being held from May 8^th-12^th.
     
• Understanding Our Differences and Similarities (UOD+S) program needs you! 
  • Workshops in fourth grade are held on Thursday mornings starting on May 4 until June 1. 
    Contact the Co-Coordinators, Denise Baumann at dbaumann.teacherinquirycoach@gmail.com or Angela Stone at angejstone@gmail.com.
     
• Lawrence School PTO 1 Mile and 5K Family Fun Run
  • Sunday, June 4th, 2017. Come join us for the 5th Annual Lawrence School Family Fun Run, a morning of healthy exercise, nutrition and fun for the whole family. Register before May 19th to guarantee receiving your T-shirt on Race Day.
     
• Lawrence Musical Performance
  • Lawrence welcomes George W. Russell Jr. and Co. to perform for K-4 on Monday, May 15 at 9am & 10am in the Auditorium.
     
• Used Book Fair – May
  • Bring used books to the cart in the lobby. Karen Stern & Dana Greene.
     
• BEF Caverly Award Winner from Lawrence – Dominique Ferdinand!
  • Congratulations to Dominique Dominique Ferdinand for being recognized for exemplary performance with a minimum of 15 years service in Brookline. Join us for Celebrating Teachers on Tuesday, May 16, 2017, at 3:30pm at the Newbury College Student Center, 129 Fisher Avenue in Brookline for this wonderful event.

THANK YOU

• Heather Hoganson, Zoe Kovel, Peter Monopoli, Rachel Sater, Jin Suk, Mendie Welu for volunteering at the 4th grade Understanding our Differences & Similarities program this past Thursday morning.
   
• Ivey Bueno and Jennifer Beach for organizing the amazing Teacher's Appreciation Luncheon and to all the families who donated food and money.

  Do you have someone to thank? Email us at lawrenceschoolpto@gmail.com

WHAT'S HAPPENING AROUND TOWN? 

• Established Professional Co-Working Networking Event
  • Fantastic established co-working space free networking event Wednesday, May 17, 5:30-7pm at WorkSwell Collaborative, 1 Holden St., #218, Brookline Village (across from entrance to Town Hall).
     
• BEF Celebrating Teachers
  • May 16 at Newbury College at 3:30 p.m. Celebrating Teachers is a wonderful reception at which the BEF announces the year’s teacher, collaborative, and systemwide grant recipients.
     
• Driscoll School Spring Fair
  • May 24th from 4-8pm. Fun for all ages! Come join us as the Driscoll School grounds are transformed into the beloved annual Spring Fair. Enjoy Amusement Rides, Petting Zoo, Touch a Truck, Face Painting, Henna, Food and MUCH more.
     
• Brookline's AAPI Celebration
  • May 24 at 6pm, Town Hall, 5th Floor, School Committee Room, 333 Washington Street.  Brookline Celebrates Asian American Pacific Heritage Islander Month!
     
• Brookline Literacy Partnership Game and Book Drive
  • Now until the end of May at 115 Greenough St (BHS) in the Atrium.
    The Brookline Literacy Partnership, a social justice club at BHS, is hosting a game and book drive to benefit students at the Mather School in Dorchester.
     
• Be The Parent You Want To Be! workshop
  • May 30 and June 3 at the Brookline Teen Center. 
    Foster positive relationships, reduce challenging behavior, and raise skillful, empathic kids.
     
• Professional Education Event for Adults
  • Monday May 22 at 5:30-7:30pm, BU Photonics Ctr / 8 St Mary's St Boston. 
    "Close The Sale" Workshop w Expert Jeff Hoffman & Brookline Chamber.
     
• Social Justice 101: A workshop
  • May 25 at 4:15-5:45PM. Come to a Social Justice workshop for Middle Schoolers at the Brookline Teen Center.
     
• Job Posting: Administrative Coordinator at Brookline Chamber of Commerce
  • Brookine Chamber of Commerce is hiring a part-time Administrative Coordinator.
     
• Brookline Community Foundation Announces Brookline For All Grants
  • A new discretionary grants program to provide responsive and timely support to Brookline's most vulnerable community members. 
     
• Brookline Community Foundation Supports Opportunities for Local Youth
  • This year, BCF awarded $50,000 in grants to 9 organizations through this fund.
     
• Corner Co-op Nursery School Open House
  • Saturday, May 13th 10:00 AM – Noon at 1773 Beacon Street (corner of Dean and Beacon).
    Ages 2 years 9 months to 6 years. Flexible schedule options. Devoted staff. Nut-free school.
     
• Brookline Music School Summer Programs
  • June 26- August 25. Perfect neighborhood destination for families looking for a fun-filled learning experience during the Summer school break. Choose from a diverse selection of arts activities for all levels and ages. Located at 25 Kennard Road.
     
• The Brookline Ballet School
  • Spring and Summer programs and classes are now open for registration!
     
• BHS Girls Basketball Clinic
  • June 26 to 29. For girls entering Grades 3 to 9 at the Brookline High Schluntz Gym.
     
• Summer Children's Theater Program
  • Spend your summer singing, dancing, acting, and having fun!
     
• West Roxbury School of Dance Summer Camp
  • July-August 2017, West Roxbury School Of Dance: 49 Corey St. 
    Summer Camps for Ages 5-10
     
• Brookline SmartSummers 2017
  • Children, ages 5-13, will learn new skills, make friends, and spend time inside and outdoors. Programs include: science, computers, arts, theater, and more. June 29 – August 25, 2017 at BHS and Lincoln School.
     
• ActiveMinds Summer Tutoring!
  • Your source for in-home SUMMER tutoring to stay sharp!
     
• HomeBASE Now Enrolling for 2017-2018!
   
• Summer Tutoring by Daniel Lipton
  • Summer Enrichment and Support: Experienced Tutor Available! At Public library or student's home.

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