Thursday, February 2nd is an early release day for Newton Elementary schools. Zervas will dismiss students at 12:30 pm.
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Zervas Auction needs your donations!
The Zervas auction needs your donations and no donation is too big or too small. Some successful ideas from past auctions include:
Host a party or playdate
Tickets to sporting events or concerts
Jewelry, crafts or baked goods that you make
Gift certificates to local restaurants, stores or services
Please contact auction co-chairs Erin Jospe ejospe@mac.com, Heidi Gambino hgambino@verizon.net or Helen Haley haleyhe@gmail.com if you’d like to contact a local business to request a donation.
Please contact Elaine Goldberg at elainebg@aol.com or Kathleen Murray at KMM828@verizon.net to submit a donation by February 14. Thank you for your support!
Zervas Variety Show 2012 is here!
Kudos to everyone for a spectacular show earlier tonight. Mr. Mignone will run the second show on Wednesday, February 1st for grades 4&5 in the gym. Come watch and support our talented kids in what promises to be a very enjoyable and entertaining evening. Show starts at 6:30.
Traffic Council to discuss Beethoven one-way traffic flow as a permanent pattern
The Zervas community is invited to attend a meeting of the Traffic Council on Thursday, February 2nd at 7:00 pm. Alderman John Rice will propose that the “Do Not Enter” sign at the intersection of Beethoven Avenue and Beacon Street (on school days during the hours of 8:00am – 9:00am and 2:30pm-3:30pm) becomes permanent.
The “Do Not Enter” sign was put in place prior to the start of the 2011-2012 school year on a trial basis only and the Traffic Council will revisit this issue at their February 2nd meeting. After public comment and Council discussion, they may approve, deny, or hold over the request until another meeting. The Traffic Council welcomes comments from the public – either at the meeting or via e-mail at trafficcouncil@newtonma.gov - and the voices of neighbors and others affected by the decision carry a lot of weight with the Council as they deliberate.
The sign has reduced congestion in front of Zervas during drop off and dismissal times, as traffic flows only one way during these times and gridlock has been greatly reduced. However, it has also made it necessary for cars to access Beethoven from either Woodward or Puritan during these hours.
Please e-mail Alderman Rice at jrice@tsnn.com if you have any questions.
Board of Aldermen – Traffic Council
February 2nd, 7:00 pm
City Hall
Room 222
ZASP – February 2nd early release day.
On Thursday, February 2, 2012 the Zervas School has scheduled an Early Release day. ZASP will host Top Secret Science. ZASP is offering two dismissal times, 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Please note that school ends at 12:30 p.m. and after school starts directly after. Anyone not enrolled in ZASP on Thursdays may add that day on a first come first serve basis.
Contact zervasasp@aol.com for more details.
“Simplicity Parenting” Lecture.
Mark your calendars for “Simplicity Parenting” Lecture on Monday, February 6, 2012 from 7 – 9pm at Mason-Rice Elementary School. Hosted by Angier, Mason-Rice and Zervas Elementary School PTO’s.
This is a free event co-sponsored by the Angier, Mason-Rice & Zervas PTO’s. At this presentation by educator and consultant Kim John Payne, you will learn ways to simplify your child’s toys & books, clothes, meals & bedtimes, and schedules, as well as how to filter out the adult world and feel more connected to your children and family life. Kim John Payne will present an antidote for children who are over-scheduled and overwhelmed by too much information and a fast-paced consumer culture that threatens the pace and playful essence of childhood.
Payne claims that a protective filter should surround childhood, rather than the competitive, stressful adult world that has encroached on childhood’s boundaries, preventing kids from developing resiliency with a sense of ease and well-being. He presents a wealth of practical ideas for reclaiming childhood and establishing family harmony. Though simplicity parenting may seem a stretch for some, others will find that Payne’s program for restoring creative play, order and balance is long overdue.
Kim John Payne, M.Ed is a consultant and trainer to over 110 North American independent and public schools. He has been a school counselor, adult educator, consultant, researcher and educator for nearly 30 years, and a private family counselor for more than 15 years.
Newton Public Schools to host City-wide Community Meeting
To the Zervas Community,
The recent events involving an Underwood teacher have presented significant challenges to all members of the Newton Public School staff and parents in all Newton Schools, including Zervas. The event described below will be an opportunity for all of us to come together and learn more about how we can personally deal with the impact of the events as well as how to talk to our children about them. I encourage all interested Zervas parents to attend this meeting.
Steve
Community meeting: Working with children and families following an unforeseen and upsetting event
Dear Newton Community Members:
The events this week have probably been among the most upsetting and trying that the system has experienced in quite a while. Many of us have had trouble processing the allegations, because they are so far beyond our comprehension. We also need to recognize that this event has had an impact throughout the City.
Next Tuesday night, January 24th, we will hold a community meeting at Newton North for members of the broader Newton community. The meeting will provide an opportunity to ask questions and hear from both law enforcement authorities and mental health experts. Representatives from each of our school buildings will be present at the meeting.
We will continue to provide information to you as we work together for our children and for each other during this very difficult time.
Community meeting: Working with children and families following an unforeseen and upsetting event.
January 24, 2012 at 7:00 pm
Newton North High School Auditorium
Dynamic Diversity Family Night
Please come to the Dynamic Diversity Family Night, which will take place this week on Thursday, January 19th from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Join us for free pizza from 6 – 6:30, followed by activities where families will construct a craft and learn about the diversity in our own Zervas community. Please RSVP to amycbehrens@gmail.com so we have enough pizza and supplies on hand.
Sponsored by the Respect for Human Differences Committee.
Classroom Clean-Up Day is this Saturday, January 21st
Don’t miss the chance to come to your child’s/children’s classroom to help out with the annual deep cleaning. Clean Up hours are 9am – 2pm, drop in when you can for as long or short of a time as you have to offer.
Children willing to help are welcome, including Zervas grads and babysitting will be available for younger kids. Breakfast and lunch will be served by the PTO.
Make sure to check in when you arrive. The classroom with the largest percentage of families represented will earn a special prize.
ZASP – Feb Vacation Program.
The Zervas After School Program Inc. will be offering a February Vacation Program running Tuesday, February 21st through Friday, February 24th. The program runs from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (NOT 6:00!)and includes lunch, snacks, admission, and transportation charges. Due to the preplanned schedule we ask that all students arrive by 9:30 a.m. ZASP will be traveling via People Carriers bus to all field trips.
The Vacation Program is first come first serve. This year ZASP will open the vacation program to non-ZASP Zervas students. Students that attend ZASP will have three weeks to enroll their children for slots, and then Zervas students that do not attend ZASP will have an opportunity to sign-up. First priority will be given to children needing the program for all four days. We will be accepting sign-ups until February 6th, at which time we will confirm the schedule with parents. Should you need coverage after those dates please call for availability. Refunds are not possible should you make alternative arrangements once your child is accepted. Click here for sign-up form
Tuesday, Feb. 21st Snow Tubing at Nashoba Valley, make your own sandwiches.
Wednesday, Feb. 22nd Image That indoor playground; lunch at McDonald’s
Thursday, Feb. 23th Hockey, mini-golf and Model magic at ZASP; Chinese food lunch
Friday, Feb. 24th Bowling at Lanes and Games; Pizza Lunch