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- 11/ 8 -11/12 School ID Pictures
- 11/11 No School - Veterans Day
- 11/24 Noon Dismissal
- 11/25 & 26 Thanksgiving Break
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Dear Brookline High School Parents, Guardians, and Caretakers,
This week was a fun one at ye olde Brookline High School. The Drama Society gave us a wonderful production of The Underground Macbeth from Wednesday through Saturday in the Robert and Dubbs Auditorium. In the world of athletics, several BHS teams won playoff games and fared well in other post-season competition. Having a doubleheader of soccer games at Parson's yesterday was particularly awesome. The youth showed up for their friends and peers. And, most of all, the actors and crew, players and competitors, worked hard, experienced success, and enjoyed it all. Feel-good stuff in Warrior-ville.
We have a four-day week due to Veteran's Day on Thursday 11/11. Later this week, I will share more details about our midyear plans, including a likely move into 22 Tappan Street, the mostly ninth grade building at the corner of Tappan and Cypress. Having all grades on one campus will be hugely beneficial to the BHS community and overall morale. Many staff members have spent two-plus years shuffling between the Old Lincoln School and our 115 Greenough Street construction zone . It's time to dust off Peaches and Herb, "Re-united, and it feels so good..."
More postseason play this week and a Camerata and Orchestra concert, in the Roberts and Dubbs, on Wednesday 11/10.
Take care,
Anthony
Anthony Meyer
Head of School
Brookline High School
Pronouns: He/Him/His
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BHS PTO ANNUAL APPEAL
The PTO annual appeal is underway. PTO relies on donations from families like yours to fund our support of programming, resources, and teacher grants with direct impact on the learning and experiences of BHS students. If you've already donated this year, thank you. If not, please take a minute to donate now at this link or by sending a check to BHS PTO, 115 Greenough Street, 02445.
CLASS OF '23 and '25 PARENT REPS NEEDED FOR PTO
The BHS PTO is seeking an additional class representative for the Class of '23 and '25. Class reps sit on the PTO executive board and serve through the graduation of the class. Each class has three reps, so duties are shared and collaborative. If you are interested in being considered or want more information, please email copresidents.bhs.pto@gmail.com with the grades and schools of your children.
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SAGAMORE SEEKS PARENT & CAREGIVER INPUT
The Sagamore, Brookline High's independent student-run newspaper, is seeking parents to interview for an article on the parent perspective on the transition back to in-person learning. If you are willing to be interviewed, please complete this form and a reporter from the Sagamore will contact you.
SCHOOL ID PICTURES - This week
9th grade at OLS on Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 8 and 9.
Grades 10-12 at 115 Greenough on Wednesday and Friday, Nov. 10 and 12.
Every student is required to get a photo taken--these photos are used for school IDs. Students will be taken for photos during class by their teachers. Families have the option to purchase school photos, if they like. To order school photos, go to this link before the picture date. You will need the Brookline High Picture Day ID: EVT4QMQZG
Again, ordering photos is optional, but having a photo taken is required. Orders placed online will be shipped directly to the student's home.
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MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES ARE AVAILABLE
B-PEN continues to hear that Brookline families are concerned about mental health these days, especially regarding our youth. In fact, the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and the Children’s Hospital Association (CHA) have come together to declare a National State of Emergency in Children’s Mental Health, acknowledging the urgency of widespread challenges facing children and adolescents. While direct services are often limited, information and resources ARE readily available. Check out our mental health care list and Mental Health Care in Adolescents on the B-PEN webpage.
SEPAC EVENTS
Coffee and Conversation - November 9 8:00 - 9:30 am
Please join BHS Special Educators, Specialists, Counselors, Team Facilitators, and your BHS SEPAC Liaisons Pam Palmucci, Victoria Carroll, and Faith Dantowitz for a virtual Coffee and Conversation. To join, click the Zoom link here .
SEPAC Monthly Meeting - November 12 8:30 - 10:00 am
Please join the Brookline SEPAC as we host a community Q&A with our new Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Linus Guillory. To join, click the Zoom link here To see the full agenda or join by phone, click the agenda here .
WINTER SPORTS REGISTRATION
BHS Winter Sports registration is now open at this link. Registration deadline November 24th. Practices and tryouts for winter sports begin on Monday, November 29th. A reminder to athletes and families that physicals must be within 13 months current and the best method for expediting athlete clearance is to upload a copy of the physical exam form in the "Participant Information" section of the FamilyID registration. Payment will not be due until rosters are settled. There is no online payment option at this time.
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FRIENDS OF PERFORMING ARTS (FoPA)
Camerata/Advanced Chamber Orchestra Concert Weds Nov 10 @ 7:30pm
Enjoy the talents of BHS students in the Music Department at their first concert back in the Roberts Dubbs Auditorium! Tickets and program info: brooklinefopa.org, $5 Adults and BHS Students / Free for Elementary Students.
Next FoPA Open Meeting Tues. Nov 16 @7:00pm on Zoom
All parents and caregivers are invited to our monthly open meetings on Zoom! We are currently seeking media/press help and someone with bookkeeping skills to support our Treasurer; as well as one-time box office help for upcoming productions. Join in to hear what we are up to and how you can get involved.
Zoom Link: https://psbma-org.zoom.us/j/91294744472
Contact us for more info: fopa.bhs.pto@gmail.com
Join our new mailing list here: http://eepurl.com/hKRVLr
Shakespeare Success
Bravo to the BHS Drama Society on their production of The Underground Macbeth last week! If you enjoyed the show, please consider donating to FoPA to support the performing arts at BHS.
BHS-BRANDED MERCHANDISE
Show your school spirit with BHS branded merchandise! A variety of clothing styles are available at this link. Stickers and magnets (perfect for cars!) are available at in-person PTO-sponsored events. Keep your eyes open for future announcements about additional types of BHS merch.
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LOCAL COVID AND FLU VACCINE CLINICS
Weekly COVID Vaccine Clinic - Thursdays - Brookline Health Dept
Thursdays, 1 - 4pm (also available by appointment)
Brookline now has *weekly* Moderna COVID vaccine clinics on Thursdays, 1pm - 4pm at 11 Pierce St! Whether you still need that second shot, or still need your first shot, or aren't quite sure about getting it, this is your chance. You can also request an appointment for another day or time if you aren't free on Thursday afternoons! To schedule an appointment, call Public Health Nurse Elizabeth Bennett at 617-730-2320.
COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION IN POLICE CHIEF SEARCH
Virtual Forum - Monday, November 15th, 7pm to 9pm
Community Survey - Ongoing
The Town of Brookline has partnered with Police Executive Research Forum (PERF) to assist in the search for a new police chief. Residents are asked to participate in an online survey to share their priorities for the next police chief. Additionally, residents are invited to take part in a virtual forum on Monday, Nov. 15 from 7pm - 9pm. Register Here to receive the links for participation.
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AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT (ARPA) ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS
The Town of Brookline and the Brookline Community Foundation (BCF) are launching a community-wide engagement process to inform potential ways the town may use the $43 million it has received through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The next virtual community engagement sessions will be held on Wednesday, November10th, 10am to 11:30am and Wednesday, November 17th, 8:30am to 10am. Click here to learn more about this initiative, including links to register for community engagement events.
DISPARITY REPORT COMMUNITY SURVEY
The Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Community Relations is looking for input from Brookline residents. Please consider completing this survey to ensure that our Working Group has aligned and captured the needs and perceptions of the community in our Disparity Report and Recommendations. The survey is currently available in English, Spanish, Russian, Mandarin, and Cantonese and responses are anonymous. In the coming weeks, we will be announcing several opportunities, both in person and remotely, to participate in community forums and provide feedback. Please email Caitlin Starr, Associate Director of the Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Community Relations, if you would like more information about this initiative or call 617.730.2345.
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Find more info on Fall sports schedules HERE.
Find more info on the Performing Arts at BHS HERE.
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Support BHS
The Brookline High School Parent Teacher Organization is committed to supporting important communications between school and home. It sponsors a variety of events each year designed to show support of the school and to keep parents informed about how to help their children make the most of the BHS experience.
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