Monthly Archives: May 2012 -- Click on any title to read the full post.

Volunteers needed for the Picnic/Mr. Griffin farewell party.

Posted on May 30, 2012 by zervaspto in From the PTO

Please volunteer to serve food, beverages, and/or clean up at Friday’s event. We need your help make this a picnic Mr. Griffin will always remember fondly. The shifts are short so there’s plenty of time to help out before or … Continue reading →

Library Gift Book Sale

Posted on May 30, 2012 by zervaspto in From the PTO

The Library Gift Book Sale is going on all this week (May 29th, 30th, 31st, and June 1st). Please stop by the tables at school during morning drop-off to help your child choose a book to purchase and donate to … Continue reading →

CAP program needs dedicated child advocates

Posted on May 30, 2012 by zervaspto in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Other

The Child Assault Prevention (CAP) program in Newton is looking for committed and dedicated child advocates to present its personal safety curriculum in local elementary schools. Join up with current and experienced volunteer Prevention Specialists to teach children to recognize … Continue reading →

Call for Local Artists!

Posted on May 30, 2012 by zervaspto in From Newton Public Schools

Newton Community Education would like to invite all Newton artists to apply for a display spot at this year’s Celebrate Newton crafts fair, to be held on December 2nd, 2012 at Newton South High School. Celebrate Newton is an annual … Continue reading →

Newton Cultural Festivals: Indian Festival Planning Meeting

Posted on May 30, 2012 by zervaspto in Community Notes, Events

After the excitement and interest caused by the recent Russian Festival at the Newton Cultural Center, the Mayor’s Office for Cultural Affairs is planning an Indian Festival in November. If you are interested in participating in the planning stages and … Continue reading →

NewtonSERVES Box Art Project

Posted on May 30, 2012 by zervaspto in Advertisements, Community Notes

Have you noticed the gorgeous artwork that has been beautifying the city on those drab electrical boxes? There are more boxes that can be painted! If you would like to submit your design to paint one, please submit your application … Continue reading →

Nominations for School Council due this week

Posted on May 23, 2012 by zervaspto in From the PTO

The Zervas School Council is a great way to get involved with important decisions that affect our children. Mandated by state law, the Council serves as an advisory board to the principal. Members include Zervas Principal, 4 teachers, 5 parent … Continue reading →

Note from the Principal

Posted on May 23, 2012 by zervaspto in From the Principal

Dear Zervas Families, Although I don’t usually contribute a letter to the mid-month Zmail, there are some things that just can’t wait until the June newsletter. This week all of our classrooms are involved with our project based learning initiative … Continue reading →

Picnic June 1st

Posted on May 23, 2012 by zervaspto in From the PTO

A reminder to plan to join us on June 1st (June 8th as a rain date) between 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm at our end of year picnic and send off party for Mr. Griffin. We’re looking for volunteers to … Continue reading →

PiBLI Share

Posted on May 23, 2012 by zervaspto in From the PTO

Please plan to drop in at the PiBLI Share Night at Zervas next Tuesday any time between 6:30 and 8:00 pm. This week, each classroom and grade level is taking on a week-long project-based learning unit and they want to … Continue reading →