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Important This Week:.
"First Tuesday" Coffee with the PTO
Tuesday, December 3rd from 8 - 9 AM in Driscoll's Amy Neale Library
Please join us for our next "First Tuesday" Coffee with the PTO on Tuesday, December 3rd. This month we will be talking about math (but don't worry, there won't be a test)! Did you know that some classes at Driscoll are part of a pilot program that will help determine how math is taught across the entire district? Our guests will be Kathleen Hubbard (Math Curriculum Coordinator) and Jenna Laib (Math Specialist at Driscoll), as we discuss how our children learn about math and the current Math Program Review.
Science Solstice is this Friday!
DRISCOLL SCHOOL has it’s Annual SCIENCE SOLSTICE this Friday December 6, 2019! The entire school participates is this amazing science filled and fun day.
K-5 students will stay at school and be “wow’ed” by presentations and do hands-on science activities about “Motion, Force and Work” or “Life Cycles” or live creatures!
Grades 6-8 students will go off site and visit a local research lab or facility. These field trips both pique students’ interest in science and expose them to different careers in science and technology.
Middle school students should bring a bag lunches on that day (except Biogen and Rubius field trips).
Driscoll Book Fair
The "One World, Many Stories" Driscoll Book Fair is almost here! From December 9-13, the library will be filled with books for purchase (for your students, for teachers' classrooms, and even some for adult readers). Come in before, during, or after school to shop and support our library. Also, Dr. Talukdar will be reading a story during a special event on Thursday, Dec. 12 from 5-7 pm.
Thanks to all who have signed up for volunteers. We need even more support, especially on Friday, Dec. 13, so please sign up here if you can: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0f4eadae28a0fe3-driscoll2
Congratulations again to the Book Fair poster contest winners, Hugh in 1C and Sara-Anne in 5S and thanks to all the student artists who entered. See you all in the library soon!
From the Amy Neale Library
The book fair is next week, December 9-13th! Daily hours will be 7:45-3:00 M-Th, 7:45-2:00 Friday. There will be a special evening event on Thursday, Dec. 12, from 5-7pm, featuring storytime with Dr. Talukdar. There are still a few volunteer slots open; click here for the Sign Up Genius. To see when your child’s class will visit the bookfair, click here.
Once again this year, the Book Fair will be running the Driscoll Loves Books initiative in the hopes of making new books accessible to all families. While the Book Fair is meant to encourage reading and raise funds for our library, we understand that this time of year comes with lots of expenses and that not every family is able to purchase books from the book fair. Driscoll Loves Books is an initiative supported by the Driscoll Family Giving campaign.
Our vendor has an excellent selection of books this year, including DSBA nominees. Thank you for supporting this important fundraiser for the library, which makes author visits, new books and the DSBA all possible!
Happy Reading! Ms. Reid, Librarian anne_reid@psbma.org
Request from Middle School Staff
We are looking for individuals with knowledge of Japanese art and culture in the following areas - Japanese tea ceremonies, waka ("Japanese poetry"), calligraphy, Zen gardens, and the Japanese contemporary artist, Yayoi Kusama (currently at the ICA). If you have knowledge about any of these topics or know someone who does, we would appreciate it if you would contact us at kyle_tompkins@psbma.org and/or heather.pritchard@psbma.org - Thank you!
~Kyle Tompkins & Heather Pritchard
Community News:
INFORM YOURSELF and VOTE: the Town of Brookline has called a special election for Tuesday, December 10, 2019. The purpose of this election is to ask Brookline voters to approve borrowing to fund the reconstruction of the Driscoll School. For more information, please visit https://www.brookline.k12.ma.us/Page/2353. ABSENTEE VOTING HAS BEGUN AT TOWN HALL. You can vote at any time during regular office hours (M-W 8am-5pm, Th 8am-8pm, F 8am-1230pm) or on Sat Nov 30, 9am-1pm or Sat Dec 7, 9am-1pm. Note: absentee voting ends 12/9 at noon, and Town Hall is closed on Thanksgiving Day.
BROOKLINE YOUTH FUND The Brookline Youth Fund, which supports Brookline’s youth and youth-related activities, is the Brookline Community Foundation’s largest endowed, donor advised fund. The Fund was established in 1999 through the generosity of The Country Club (TCC). In addition to the initial endowment, which was drawn from proceeds from the 33 rd Ryder Cup, TCC continues to build the fund by sponsoring an annual charitable golf tournament. Grants from the Brookline Youth Fund are made to ensure equal access to opportunities for all youth in Brookline and to support and enhance the well being of youth and their families. The Brookline Youth Fund seeks to promote activities that are inclusive and represent the diversity within the Brookline community, with a focus on Brookline youth whose families earn less than the town’s median annual income, or are underserved or considered at risk. Applications are due on Friday, January 17, 2020. Decisions will be made in late March. BCF accepts all grant applications through our online grants management system. More information about requirements and the process can be found here.
Workplace Winter Coat and Handbag Drive
The Brookline Commission for Women and Dress for Success Boston are having our annual women's Workplace winter Coat and Handbag Drive on Friday, Dec. 6th from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, Dec.7th from 8-11 a.m. at the Brookline Police Headquarters, 350 Washington Street. We are looking for donations of new/gently used women's work appropriate coats in all sizes and handbags.All items must be free of stains,holes and odors. We are not collecting clothing at this time (per Dress to Success calculated needs), but we would also welcome donations of non-perishable food and diapers for the Brookline Food Pantry. Brookline Commission for Women strives to support women in all aspects of their lives and to promote cultural, racial and economic diversity in Brookline. Dress for Success empowers women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire,and the development of tools to help women thrive in work and in life. Please contact Jennifer Goldsmith, jennifer.goldsmith@yahoo.com with any questions.
The BHS Peer Leaders Present: The Culture of Marijuana Use Among Brookline Teens -- What’s Out There & What Parents Need to Know
Dec. 4, 6:30 p.m. Brookline High School MLK Room
Now that marijuana is legal for 21+ and increasingly more accessible, it is important for parents to understand the potency and variety of THC-infused products that Brookline teens might be tempted to try. On December 4, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. in the Brookline High School MLK Room, BHS Peer Leaders and B-PEN (Brookline Parent Education Network) invite you to The Culture of Marijuana Use Among Brookline Teens -- What’s Out There & What Parents Need to Know. The evening will include an original 10-minute video created by students illuminating “Marijuana Products & Paraphernalia,” a panel Q&A with BHS Peer Leaders moderated by Prevention/Intervention Team social worker Mary Minott, as well as tips on how to talk with your teen.
MUSIC CONCERT: Israeli superstar David Broza is teaming up with NY-based Cuban group, Trio Havana, to provide a fun and entertaining evening for both children and adults, hosted "under the Dome" at Temple Ohabei Shalom, on December 14th at 7pm. For tickets and more information, please visit: https://teev.simpletix.com/e/47795
Apply to Serve on the Public Schools of Brookline’s Superintendent Search Public Advisory Committee (SSPAC)!
The Public Schools of Brookline’s Superintendent Search Committee is seeking volunteers to serve on a committee that will assist the Search Committee in selecting the next Superintendent of the Public Schools of Brookline.
The SSPAC’s work will include assisting in the development of district goals for the hiring of a new superintendent, reviewing candidate resumes, participating in candidate interviews and recommending potential finalist candidates to the Search Committee.
The Search Committee anticipates that the SSPAC may meet at least once a week during the months of January and February 2020 (and possibly once or twice in December of 2019) for approximately 2 hours per meeting. The SSPAC will be subject to the Massachusetts open meeting and ethics laws (including, without limitation, the laws pertaining to the confidentiality of executive sessions).
The application process for the SSPAC is open to residents of Brookline as well as non-residents who have a substantial connection to the Public Schools of Brookline. Anyone interested in serving on the SSPAC can apply by preparing a letter that includes:
1. Your name, home address, email address and phone number;
2. An explanation as to why you are interested in serving on the SSPAC; and
3. Any particular skills or experiences that you have that may be beneficial to the Superintendent search process.
Applicants may include a resume or curriculum vitae with their application. Applicants are encouraged to include any information about any affiliation they may have with any organization or group that works, partners or is associated with the Public Schools of Brookline or any other education-related organizations in their application letter.
Applicants may send application letters by email to Robin Coyne at robin_coyne@psbma.org, or deliver application letters by hand or mail to: Robin Coyne, Brookline School Committee, 333 Washington Street, 5th Floor Brookline, MA 02445
Application letters must be received by 4 p.m. on December 5, 2019.
The Superintendent Search Committee anticipates appointing between 10 and 20 members to serve on the SSPACC.
Great School Leadership for the 21st Century: A Colloquium
Saturday, December 7th
9:30 am-4:00 pm
Coolidge Corner School
Join us for a colloquium on the meaning and practice of not just good but great leadership of schools. The day will feature highly respected superintendents, principals, and teachers, as well as Brookline parents. Through engaging presentations and lively panel discussions, we will investigate and discuss the qualities that make for great school leadership. The Colloquium will conclude with an analysis and summary of these presentations and conversations, responding to the question, “What did we learn today?” This summary will be presented to the superintendent search committee to inform their deliberations and will be published for the entire community.
Co-sponsored by Boston University‘s Wheelock College of Education & Human Development and the Brookline Parents Organization.
To register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/great-school-leadership-for-the-21st-century-a-colloquium-in-brookline-ma-tickets-81608590491
More information:
http://brooklineparents.org/great-school-leadership-for-the-21st-century-a-colloquium/
Classifieds:
Babysitter Available
Eric Hansen
8 years of experience working with kids
Available on Tuesdays after 4:10pm, Thursdays after 3:40pm, and all day on Saturdays and Sundays.
eric.hansen357@gmail.com
617-800-5228
Piano Lessons: Driscoll parent recommendation for experienced, patient, conveniently located piano teacher. If you want your children to have an excellent technical foundation in piano, please give Gloria a try! Piano Instruction in Driscoll neighborhood from a Berklee & New England Conservatory graduate with 30+ years teaching experience: Gloria Jasinski. Contact information: piano566@comcast.net or 617.566.9704
Winter Wonderland 2019: offered by Brookline SmartVacations. December 26, 27, 30, and 31, choose up to 3 and a half days of fun with arts and crafts, outdoor play, gym time, computer skills, and theater games. Full and half-day activities for students ages 5-12. Also, Archery for ages 9 and up! Visit our website for more information.
SNOW SHOVELING: Do you know of a student that would like to earn some extra money this winter? Brookline Recreation is here to solve both of these needs in our community through our free referral program- Shovel Our Snow! Shovelers are Brookline students ages 11 and older and the residents are anyone who lives in Brookline and looking for some assistance clearing their snow. Residents and students contact each other directly to negotiate hours, responsibilities, and payment. Registration is simple - call (617)730-2069 or sign up online.
FOR RENT:
Five bedroom Driscoll home (across the street from the school on Westbourne Terrace) available for short term rental of one - three months February - April with some flexibility on dates. Please contact Nancy Parker nancypar@gmail.com for more information.
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