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Auction Update

Posted on February 19, 2012 by zervaspto in From the PTO

Auction Tickets – Help us plan by returning your tickets as soon as you’re able. Our caterer, Miss Jeanie, is preparing a fabulous selection of Mardi Gras themed food. Remember, tickets are $5 less if you buy them in advance! … Continue reading →

Parents’ Q&A with Principal Finalists

Posted on February 15, 2012 by zervaspto in From the PTO

The Principal Selection Advisory Committee has chosen three finalists for the position of the Zervas principal. Diana Beck is the principal of the Stall Brook Elementary School in Bellingham.  Previously, she served as a Program Coordinator in the Brookline Public Schools … Continue reading →

Auction Update:

Posted on February 15, 2012 by zervaspto in From the PTO

 Every year the Auction Booklet is filled with wonderful repeat donations and exciting new ones!  In addition to Art, Jewelry & Apparel, Class Baskets, Entertainment & Excursions, Fabulous Fifth Graders, Food & Wine, Health Beauty & Fitness, For the Kids, … Continue reading →

Community 5% Day

Posted on February 15, 2012 by zervaspto in Community Notes, Social Outreach

Whole Foods in Newton Four Corners (Beacon St. and Walnut St.) is doing a 5% Day for the Centre Street Food Pantry on TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28.  The Food Pantry will receive a cash donation from Whole Foods equal to 5% … Continue reading →

Magic Flutes & Cello Friends, Musical Performance

Posted on February 14, 2012 by zervaspto in Advertisements, Community Notes

 The Waban Library Center (WLC) welcomes the Magic Flutes, directed by Deborah Charness, March 3rd at 11:00 am.  They will be accompanied by Cello Friends, directed by Nancy Hair, and pianist Jennifer Baverstam.  The Magic Flutes are a flute ensemble … Continue reading →

Kripalu yoga classes

Posted on February 14, 2012 by zervaspto in Advertisements, Community Notes

Class is a moderate to vigorous yoga class in the Kripalu style – incorporating varying flow sequences as well as sustaining poses, focusing on breath and concentration – “meditation in motion”. Class size of 8 – 10 participants allows for individualized … Continue reading →

A Step Ahead Basketball (ASA Hoops)

Posted on February 14, 2012 by zervaspto in Community Notes, School Breaks, Summer

ASA Hoops is offering tryouts for boys AAU grades: 4-8.  Tryouts are starting Feb 12th and taking place on weekends throughout the month.  ASA is also holding its annual February Vacation basketball clinic Feb. 20th – 24th, 9:00 am -1:00 … Continue reading →

Do Not Enter Beethoven during stated hours is permanent law

Posted on February 8, 2012 by zervaspto in From the PTO

The “Do Not Enter” sign at the intersection of Beacon, Evelyn, and Beethoven, approved by the Traffic Council prior to the start of the school year on a trial basis only, has been voted in by that same body as … Continue reading →

Update on Principal Candidate visits

Posted on February 8, 2012 by zervaspto in From the PTO

The Zervas Principal Selection Advisory Committee is now planning on finalist candidate visits following February break. Parents and staff will be invited to meet each candidate, and be able to provide feedback on each finalist to Dr. David Fleishman, Superintendent … Continue reading →

What can you get for $1? A Teacher Raffle Ticket!

Posted on February 8, 2012 by zervaspto in From the PTO

What can you get for $1? A bottle of water, a package of stickers, a ball, OR……… A ticket for the 2012 Teacher Raffle at the Zervas Auction! The Zervas teachers have graciously donated items for a teacher raffle and … Continue reading →