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- FROM YOUR PTO PRESIDENTS [From the PTO]
- JOIN THE PTO BOARD [From the PTO]
- KINDNESS WEEK COMING IN MARCH [From the PTO]
- MARCH MADNESS BASKETBALL CONTEST [From the PTO]
- IS THIS YOUR STUFF? PLEASE CHECK. [From the PTO]
- GIRLS ON THE RUN IS BACK [From the PTO]
- FRIDAY ART CLUB CONTINUES! [From the PTO]
- CAREGIVER BOOK CLUB: SUPPORTING KIDS’ BELONGING [From the PTO]
- SIGN UP FOR THE 23-24 SCHOOL YEAR [From the PTO]
- Principal Lysaght’s Latest Post [From the Principal, From the PTO]
- Upcoming Events [From the PTO]
- LEARN MORE ABOUT SEPAC [From the PTO]
- BROWN-HELPING-BROWN FUND [From the PTO]
- UPDATE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE BROWN SCHOOL DIRECTORY [From the PTO]
- SUPPORT THE NEWTON SCHOOLS FOUNDATION [From the PTO]
- WALK, RIDE & ROLL TO SCHOOL DAY [From the PTO]
- NEWTON NEIGHBORS IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS [From the PTO]
- SOFTBALL REGISTRATION NOW OPEN [From the PTO]
- MIDDLE SCHOOL BOOK CLUB [From the PTO]
- NEWTON PTO COUNCIL COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS [From the PTO]
- NEWTON PARKS AND REC PRESENTS PROGRAMS FOR YOUTH AND ADULTS [From the PTO]
FROM YOUR PTO PRESIDENTS
Hello Brown Community! Welcome to week #25 of school. This evening marks the beginning of Ramadan, a holy month observed by Muslims around the world. It is a time of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. Ramadan Mubarak to those who observe. … Continue reading
JOIN THE PTO BOARD
The PTO continues to look for a Secretary for next term. PTO Secretary Andy Kling has been instrumental over the past two years in supporting our wonderful school. Please contact brownpto@brownpto.org if interested. You will be working with co-Presidents Vida, Asma and … Continue reading
KINDNESS WEEK COMING IN MARCH
LET’S SPRING INTO KINDNESS! Twice a year once in the Spring and once in the Fall, the PTO puts on Kindness Week. Principal Lysaght also supports this wonderful week by encouraging lollipops to be shared with the kids twice for … Continue reading
MARCH MADNESS BASKETBALL CONTEST
March Madness Basketball Free Throw Shooting Contest is coming up on Monday, March 18 at 3:05 p.m. (and will end in time for the 4:15 p.m. late bus). Formerly known as Faculty and Student Foul-Ups, this fun community event for students … Continue reading
IS THIS YOUR STUFF? PLEASE CHECK.
Unclaimed items in Lost and Found closet to be donated on March 15 The PTO would like to remind you that the Lost and Found closet will be cleared out every month. Any lunch boxes and water/juice bottles will be … Continue reading
GIRLS ON THE RUN IS BACK
The Girls on the Run (Heart and Sole) team program is coming back to Brown this spring. The season runs from Monday, April 1— Thursday, May 30, followed by a celebratory 5K on Saturday, June 1. Practice days are Mondays and … Continue reading
FRIDAY ART CLUB CONTINUES!
We launched the parent/guardian-run Brown Middle School Art Club in January and have had the pleasure of offering this low-key, social opportunity to all students at Brown for the past two months. We meet weekly in the Art Room (Room … Continue reading
CAREGIVER BOOK CLUB: SUPPORTING KIDS’ BELONGING
Caregivers of Brown Middle School students (parents, guardians, and educators – that’s you!) will gather to discuss ideas and share how we can help our kids feel seen, heard, and welcome in the Brown community. Choose one book and join … Continue reading
SIGN UP FOR THE 23-24 SCHOOL YEAR
Laps at Lunch volunteers still needed as weather gets warmer The Brown PTO is an all-volunteer-run group of engaged and supportive parents and caregivers. Parent involvement is the single most important thing parent groups do. Schools with involved parents enjoy … Continue reading
Principal Lysaght’s Latest Post
Click here to view Principal Lysaght’s latest post.
Upcoming Events
Monday, March 11: Elly Gotz, a Holocaust survivor speaks to 8th graders Wednesday, March 13, 7 p.m.: Brown MS 5th Grade Parent Night in the auditorium Thursday, March 14: Newton South Sports Night for Incoming 9th grade families Monday, March … Continue reading
LEARN MORE ABOUT SEPAC
What is SEPAC? Does your child have an IEP or 504 plan? Are you interested in getting support services for your child? Then you need to know about the Newton Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) at NewtonSEPAC.org. SEPAC is … Continue reading
BROWN-HELPING-BROWN FUND
The Brown-Helping-Brown Fund, established in Spring of 2020, provides quick financial help to Brown Middle School families (usually within 24 hours) to address urgent and immediate needs. Brown’s administration facilitate these requests with support from the PTO when possible especially with the upcoming holiday … Continue reading
UPDATE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE BROWN SCHOOL DIRECTORY
Each year the Brown PTO publishes a digital directory for use by the Brown community. To make sure we have your correct contact information, please click the following link to review the steps to add or edit your information. Click … Continue reading
SUPPORT THE NEWTON SCHOOLS FOUNDATION
The Newton Schools Foundation invites you to Newton Inspires on Thursday, March 14, 6 – 9 p.m. at Newton South High School. This annual event provides a chance to enjoy friends, food, music, and wonderful speakers while supporting NPS. This … Continue reading
WALK, RIDE & ROLL TO SCHOOL DAY
Celebrate the arrival of spring on March 20 with the Newton Public Schools “Goodbye Winter Hello Spring” Walk, Ride & Roll to School Day.
NEWTON NEIGHBORS IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS
Want to help your neighbors but unable to commit to long-term programs? Come and help with some of the programs run by Newton Neighbors. Sign up to volunteer for a day, a month or multiple days a week, whatever fits … Continue reading
SOFTBALL REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
Registration for Spring Rec Softball is open! Our Rec program welcomes players, in grades K through 8, of all abilities and experience levels playing softball. Sign up your player(s) at our website. For any questions, please first read our policies and … Continue reading
MIDDLE SCHOOL BOOK CLUB
Come join the Waban Library Center’s Middle School Book Club! We meet monthly at the WLC. There is no commitment to attend every month, just come when your schedule allows. At the end of the meeting, those who are in … Continue reading
NEWTON PTO COUNCIL COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Please click on the Community Notes Page for listings of events going on in Newton.
NEWTON PARKS AND REC PRESENTS PROGRAMS FOR YOUTH AND ADULTS
The chilly weather is finally here and Newton Parks, Recreation & Culture is ready with several indoor programs for this winter. Registration is available online at www.newtonmarec.com. Programs include: December Special Event Camp for grades K – 6 It’s like … Continue reading