Many thanks to Mr. Mignone for running two fabulous shows. Kudos to all the kids for their hard work and terrific performances. Finally, a note of appreciation to the parents and the entire Zervas community for their cooperation and support in making this the best Variety Show ever. Want more? Wait ‘till next year and look out for the flyers for Variety Show 2013!
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.
If you wish to complete a survey about this subject click here. If you have any difficulty accessing the survey, please contact Caroline at cwilsonsemail@gmail.com.
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
Excitement is building and the auction booklet is growing! You could be the lucky winner of Red Sox Box Seats right behind home plate plus parking, dinner with Steve Griffin or one of our generous parent donors, camp scholarships, restaurant gift certificates and so much more! You should have received your auction invitation in the mail. There are more available in the office if you need them. Please RSVP as soon as you’re able and add your name to the reply card.
And, please continue to send in your donations. We need tickets to theaters or sports events, ski passes, gift certificates, your favorite bottle of wine. No donation is too big or too small. You can send in your donation in writing to the Zervas office or e-mail Elaine Sheehy at elainebg@aol.com or Kathleen Murray at KMM828@verizon.net
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.
Kindergarten Soccer is a fun and non-competitive soccer program for all Newton boys and girls of kindergarten age and has been a program of the Zervas Elementary PTO since 1993. Games are held on Saturday mornings at Richardson Field in Waban. Join us and meet other Kindergarten families in your neighborhood. Late Registrations are accepted on a space available basis.
Register by March 1st for the Spring Season! www.KindergartenSoccer.org
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.
This Friday ZASP will host a Super bowl rally with fun games and contests. if you would like to add that day please email zervasasp@aol.com.
There is still space available for the ZASP February vacation program!
Thursday, February 2nd is an early release day for Newton Elementary schools. Zervas will dismiss students at 12:30 pm.
The BSO’s popular overnight summer camp is now open for pre-application. For more than four decades, the BSO has provided thousands of children throughout Massachusetts with an opportunity to participate in this multi-arts/creative writing overnight camp in the beautiful Berkshires.
In the summer of 2012, Newton students in grades 5, 6, & 7 are eligible to participate in Week 6 (Jul 30 – Aug 3). Only 15 students from Newton will be selected to participate by lottery. Pre-applications with details about the program are available from Mr. Mignone.
Pre-applications must be returned to the Fine Arts Department no later than 4:00 pm on Thursday, March 1st, Newton Public Schools, 100 Walnut Street, Newton, MA 02460.
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.
