Archive for October, 2009

  • News from the Williams PTO

    News from the Williams PTO

    We would like to wish everyone a Happy Halloween, beginning with tonight’s Halloween festival at Williams at 6:00 p.m. Next Week at Williams: Remember to use those UNICEF boxes on Halloween, and return the filled boxes to Williams by November 6th. Questions?  Saruchi Kaul ([email protected]),...

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  • Today’s Creative Arts & Sciences Committee Presentation: The Dragon King

    Today’s Creative Arts & Sciences Committee Presentation: The Dragon King

    Today students enjoyed a special performance from The Tanglewood Marionettes who presented their highly acclaimed puppet show, The Dragon King. Based on Chinese folk tales, the story takes place in Ancient China in a land overtaken by drought. A wise grandmother travels to the bottom...

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  • Flu Update #4

    Flu Update #4

    There has been an increase in the rate of absences in the Newton Public Schools due to influenza-like illness. This is expected and consistent with what is being reported across the state. As of Wednesday, Oct. 28, Less than 1 percent, or 85 of the...

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  • Halloween Festival and Winter Gear Sale

    Halloween Festival and Winter Gear Sale

    How to get ready for the Halloween Festival and Winter Gear Sale this Friday, October 30th, 6:00 p.m. — 8:00 p.m.: 1)  Remember to send in all of your donations for the Winter Gear Sale by Friday morning!  Bring boots, skates, coats, sleds, snow pants,...

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  • Support the Williams School PTO When you Shop at Target

    Support the Williams School PTO When you Shop at Target

    Do you have a Target REDcard?? You can support the Williams PTO every time you make a purchase! The Take Charge of Education initiative offers cardholders the chance to designate an eligible K-12 school and have Target donate an amount equal to one percent of...

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  • Please Don’t Park at the Walker Center

    Please Don’t Park at the Walker Center

    Earlier this fall, we sent a blast from the staff at the Walker Center asking parents not to park in their lot, especially at drop-off.  They need the spaces for conference attendees. We have heard back from them, and unfortunately, some parents have continued to...

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  • Wow!  There are a lot of exciting events coming up… read on for the details!

    Wow! There are a lot of exciting events coming up… read on for the details!

    Upcoming Williams Events: Read-A-Thon Get ready for the Williams Read-A-Thon!  Starting Monday, October 26th and continuing through Sunday, November 8th, kids can track the reading they do at home and raise money for Williams.  Prizes will be awarded for the most books read and the...

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  • A Message from Dr. Gold

    A Message from Dr. Gold

    Some of you may know about a tragic situation that occurred in our neighborhood early yesterday morning.  As a way to be proactive and to provide consistent information, here is a brief description of what happened and some suggestions about how you can talk with...

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  • Word From Williams

    Word From Williams

    The October Word From Williams from Newsletter Editor Christine Lacey. We hope you will take advantage of some of the ways you can get involved at Williams. Williams Halloween Festival Will Be A Screaminʼ Good Time Get Excited For Or Involved in the Williams PTO...

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  • Community News

    Community News

    Support Lincoln-Eliot and pick up some bargain items at a yard sale this Saturday, 10/17 - * 191 Pearl Street, Jackson Rd Parking lot * Newton, Ma 02458 Coffee, Lemonade, Baked goods and Pizza will be served! Videos, Furniture, clothing, toys, books, tables, lamps, exercise...

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