Piano Lessons: Gloria Jasinski

8/29/2021 8:26 am

Bachelor of Music in Composition from Berklee College of Music, Master of Music in Jazz Studies from New England Conservatory. 30+ years of teaching experience. Learn Jazz/Blues/Classical, theory, sightreading. Build a high-quality musical foundation with a patient, upbeat, and caring instructor. Beginners are especially welcome. Have a positive and successful learning experience. Phone: 617.566.9704, email: piano566@comcast.net

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Learn How to Start a First Lego League ( FLL) Robotics Team (2nd - 8th grade)

8/29/2021 8:06 am

If you are a parent and/or caregiver of a child that might be interested in Legos and/or robotics the BBotz, the BHS high school robotics team, are hosting several information sessions.

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Ruffin Ridley Readers & Leaders: Special Invitation to Heath School Families

6/6/2021 7:44 am

In honor of Pride Month, and in celebration of the diverse identities in our school communities, the FRR Equity PAC is delighted to invite you to our weekly Zoom gathering, this week featuring special guests Principal Asa Sevelius and college student Jamey Walker.

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Talking About Marijuana from B-PEN (Brookline Parent Education Network)

6/6/2021 7:37 am

With new dispensaries opening in Brookline, B-PEN urges parents to be vigilant about underage marijuana use. We are hearing anecdotally that use is up among younger and younger teens, so now is a good time to continue the conversation about family expectations. The Marijuana page of www.B-PEN.org offers helpful information, including “Ten Talking Points for Discussing Marijuana with Our Kids”, an excellent video made by BHS Peer Leaders, and a list of online resources.

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Brookline Camp Spotlight: Coding with Empow Studios

5/22/2021 1:32 pm

FUN WAYS TO EXPLORE CODING

In today's digital world, learning to code is an important part of any child's education. At Empow Studios, we make coding fun - with some amazing camp options for your child to explore in Brookline this summer.

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BHS Basketball Summer Clinics

5/16/2021 11:22 am

Registration is open for both the BHS Boys and Girls summer basketball clinics. Both clinics will take place from Monday 6/28 to Thursday 7/01, with players currently in grades 3 through 5 going from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon and players in grades 6 through 8 going from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Further details and more information are available on the Brookline Basketball website. Capacity is limited (that's just the world we live in).

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B-PEN Parent Update on “Strategies & Resources for the Transitions Ahead”

5/12/2021 2:48 pm

The B-PEN (Brookline Parent Education Network) Parent Update is now available summarizing key information from Jon Mattleman's parent and caregiver presentation “Light at the End of the Tunnel – Strategies & Resources for the Transitions Ahead.” It addresses how we can manage anxiety, optimize resilience, and keep our families in balance as COVID-19 restrictions relax and we resume some semblance of normalcy.

B-PEN Parent Update

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BHS PTO Recruitment 2021

4/15/2021 1:17 pm

The Brookline High School (BHS) PTO is proud of the work they have done this year to support educators, staff, students, and families - it is work that could not have happened without the partnership and effort of all of the BHS community and the members of the PTO. Now that spring is in bloom, the BHS PTO is beginning to anticipate their work for the year to come. They will have several vacant positions next year on our Executive Board as current board members’ children graduate, and they hope you’ll consider volunteering to fill one of them!

The descriptions of the open positions are included in the recruitment letter below. Serving on the BHS PTO Executive Board is a nice way to get to know more families in the high school community, and to include your voice in decision making about grant allocation and other methods of supporting BHS. Please consider joining! Please reach out to copresidents.bhs.pto@gmail.com with any questions or to let them know you’re interested. Thank you!

BHS PTO Recruitment Letter

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Get Vaccinated at Red Sox Week at the Hynes

4/15/2021 1:11 pm

You’re Invited! Get vaccinated at Red Sox Week at the Hynes.

As of April 19th, all individuals ages 16 and older are eligible to receive vaccine in Massachusetts.

Red Sox week at the Hynes is dedicated to creating a positive vaccination experience that celebrates and honors our diverse cultures across the Commonwealth. Red Sox Week at the Hynes will include bi-lingual Spanish-speaking staff and volunteers as well as added Spanish signage to help direct guests through the site.

The Boston Red Sox have partnered with the state and CIC Health. During your visit to the Hynes to get vaccinated you can:

• Visit the selfie station
• View the Red Sox trophies
• Socially-distance visit with Wally the Green Monster
• Enter a raffle to win tickets to a Red Sox game

To book your appointment, visit this site: Red Sox Week at the Hynes (RSF)

With your help, we can raise awareness about the COVID-19 vaccine and Strike Out COVID-19!

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Survey on Asian Hate Crimes In Brookline

4/8/2021 3:32 pm

Susan Park (RLA PTO president) is asking for interested folks to complete a survey of the community's experience with Asian hate crimes in Brookline. The results will go back to the district. The survey can be completed by one or more family members. The language used is broad and extends to experiences beyond those of the Asian American community, so all are encouraged to participate.

Complete the Survey

To find out more and act to stop hate against Asian American Pacific Islander communities check out the Stop AAPI Hate website and other resources provided by the Brookline Asian American Family Network.

Stop AAPI HateBAAFN Covid-19 Resources

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