REGISTER FOR BHS WINTER SPORTS 

BHS Winter Sports registration is now open at this link.  We are operating on a compressed timeline and encourage participants to register ASAP.  Also, 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.
 

REMINDER: BE CAUTIOUS WITH TEEN GATHERINGS 

Anecdotally, we are hearing of many teen/young adult parties and sports gatherings in Brookline, often without masks and with parental consent. As we head into the holiday season and in light of ongoing health agency warnings reiterating the dangers of COVID spread via gatherings -- often in private homes – parents are urged to reinforce safety messages and set limits for their teens and young adults. B-PEN offers some strategies for helping families through this. And for the latest parenting news and information, check out our facebook page.

WARRIORS WEBSTORE 

Back by popular demand, the Warriors Webstore is now open for you to order the latest trends in Brookline Warrior apparel! Great for showing your school spirit during remote and in-person days of class! 

Items are available in a variety of styles and sizes, from hoodies and joggers to short-sleeve Ts and athletic shorts to vests, knit hats and quarter-zip pullovers. All orders will ship directly to you! There are currently a few sales and promotions, and they will guarantee all orders placed by Dec 6th to arrive by Dec 24th.   Check it out and get some gear to show your Warrior pride! :)

BEF'S IDEA LAB GRANTS 

The Brookline Education Foundation is pleased to announce Idea Lab grants awarded to BHS faculty:   

Nina Bishop (Permforming Arts) received funding to bring in a professional video production company to digitally combine individual, virtual student performances of  "Lift Every Voice and Sing"  which is known as the African-American national anthem to create a cohesive orchestra concert performance.

Donna Sartanowicz's and Andrew Maglathin's (Studio Art) grant will establish a new art 'Zine at BHS with student perspectives on life during this pandemic. Their grant was selected by the grant committee to receive the Catalyst Award and we can't wait to see the results!

Britt Stevens(Career and Tech Ed)  will purchase a mobile hydroponic garden for use in the culinary arts program at BHS, providing fresh produce for the school restaurant and culinary classes while working toward sustainability.

For more information on these grants or other BEF programs at BHS, please visit our website.
 

CRM DATABASE CONSULTANT NEEDED.

The BHS Innovation Fund is hiring a Part-Time Development Management Consultant to assist in the migration to a new CRM, manage the database, and support our Fundraising efforts to develop reporting, processes, and best practices going forward. Ideal candidate would have experience with fundraising and NXT/Razors Edge, be detail oriented, and experienced in advising strategies to support fundraising goals. If you are interested, please contact Maureen Fallon at fallon_maureen@yahoo.com.

GUIDANCE INFORMATION

For information from guidance, go here. Individual student information can be viewed on the Aspen Portal.
 

QUESTIONS FOR BHS ADMINSTRATION

Thank you for responding with your questions and concerns.  Some of you have received answers to your personal emails and we will answer some questions here in the blast.  We are continuing to collect questions. Please use this form (as many times as you would like) to ask questions or make comments.  This information will be shared with Administration and questions/themes will be addressed in future Blasts.  We look forward to hearing from you.  We are a better community with everyone involved!!! 

For the updated hybrid daily schedule, including new lunch schedules, go to the BHS.
 

SEASONAL FLU VACCINE--REQUIRED FOR ALL

The seasonal flu vaccine is required by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health for all students, regardless of attendance in person, hybrid or the remote learning program.  

BHS nurses must receive documentation of this flu vaccine no later than Dec. 23, 2020.  Send  document to Megan Day by email/scan (Megan_Day@psbma.org),  fax (617-713-5153),  or hard copy (c/o Megan Day, 115 Greenough St, Brookline, 02445.  

If your child has not received a seasonal flu vaccine, please schedule as soon as possible.   

SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING 

The Brookline School Committee has been re-scheduled to Mon. Dec. 7  at 6 pm.  Agenda and Zoom link will be here. 
 

EXPERT PANEL: COVID-19 IMPACT ON MENTAL HEALTH

The consequences of remote schooling for children’s well-being, the impacts of this summer’s civil unrest on BIPOC communities and the shortage of mental health care providers available to help those impacted by the pandemic. At The Brookline Center's  annual Edna Stein Society gathering, a panel of experts reflected on these and other topics. Their insights and remarks continue to resonate as COVID-19 case numbers are again on the rise.

You can catch the highlight reel, featuring panelists Dr. Kali Cyrus (Johns Hopkins), Dr. Melinda Macht-Greenberg (Tufts University), and Dr. Lakshman here.

SEEKING BROOKLINE PUBLIC LIBRARY TRUSTEES

Due to resignations of two trustees, the Brookline Public Library is seeking two new trustees.  For more information, go here.  Deadline Dec. 10th.
 

INFORMATION FROM PSB's CENTRAL OFFICE

Go here to find the latest information about the Public Schools of Brookline switch to hybrid and other related issues. Remember: BHS hybrid/remote model is different from the pre-K to  8 models.
 

BROOKLINE SMARTPROGRAMS

Winter Wonderland for children is open for registration. Join Brookline SmartPrograms for a wide selection of exciting offerings during the winter break. From art, to computers, to theater games, vacation days will be filled with fun.

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