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Teachers' Technology Wish List - Thank You! Thanks to generous donations from over 150 families, we raised the $7,800 needed to purchase 14 new document cameras (ELMOs) for the classrooms. Teachers have long wished for one of these essential teaching tools in each of their classrooms, so we are thrilled that together our Countryside community was able to fulfill their holiday wish! Thank you to everyone who donated! We recently received even more good news when Boston College announced a technology partnership with the Newton Public Schools, which will give Countryside 15 new Mac laptops for students to use in classrooms. The purchase of these document cameras and the gift of the laptops are major steps forward for Countryside-but we know that there is lots more to be done to bring our school into the 21st century. To help us achieve our technology goals, we are currently organizing a new Technology Committee. If you are passionate about getting technology into the hands of our students and teachers and would like to get involved, please contact one of the co-presidents: Deb Hahn, Abby Schwartz, or Julie Irish. School Musical — Alice in Wonderland The School Musical is always a highlight of the school year. This year's production will be Alice in Wonderland, and will be presented at 4pm on Saturday, February 4th and 2pm Sunday, February 5th in the Countryside Cafetorium! Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for children. Registration for kindergarten, first, and second graders to participate in the show will be this week. They will have one rehearsal. Download the mandatory registration form [PDF or Microsoft Word .docx] now, and return it to the PTO box outside the school office by January 17th! Support our PTO and promote your business at the same time by purchasing a sponsorship in the Alice in Wonderland playbill. Your sponsorship message will reach a sizable and appreciative audience! For the very reasonable rates sheet, contact Marie Jackson. A-Cappalooza III A-cappalooza III, our third annual concert featuring the Newton South Newtones, the Newton North Forte, Redline and — as seen on NBC's "The Sing Off" — Pitchslapped, along with cast members of the Countryside school musical, will take place Saturday March 3, at 7:30 p.m., at Newton South High School. Tickets are officially on sale, with prices from $10 to $20. Both of the previous years' concerts have sold out early, so buy your tickets online now! If you have any questions please contact Anne Kalis. BOKS Morning Fitness We are planning with the Reebok Company to offer an innovative and exciting new morning exercise program for Countryside children called "BOKS." Starting in January, sessions will take place at school 1–2 mornings per week from 7:30–8:25 am and be run by parents. We need a core group of parent volunteers along with a minimum of 12 children participants to launch the program. No experience is necessary to volunteer, just a desire to help kids get a healthy, active, and fun start to their day! Interested? A mandatory FREE volunteer training session will be offered at Reebok in Canton on January 19th from 10am–2pm. Learn more on the BOKS site or by emailing Jane Taylor. School Spirit Gear It's time to start thinking about holiday shopping! How about purchasing some Countryside spirit gear for your family? New for this season are warm winter hats! Of course, we still offer flannel lounge pants and t-shirts in both youth and adult sizes, water bottles, car magnets, wristbands, and cinch backpacks. All items are available for purchase by using the order form [PDF, MS Word .doc] and returning it with a check made out to "Countryside PTO," to the PTO mailbox inside the main door of the school. Your order will be delivered to you or your child at school. Items will also be for sale at various events throughout the school year. For more information, contact Beth Kitzis. PTO To Do List The PTO can only succeed with your help! Please check out our PTO To Do List [PDF] to see how your talents and efforts can make a difference. We're still looking for Library Volunteers. Please use our Volunteer Spot signup to volunteer to help during your child's class or any available timeslot. More information. Creative Arts & Sciences The Creative Arts and Sciences program brings high-quality, curriculum-related enrichment programs to our children's classrooms. Although it is mandated by the Newton Public Schools, volunteers from the PTO are completely responsible for organizing and funding the program. More information. Fifth Grade The Fifth Grade experience is a special one at Countryside. For more information, and to learn how you can get involved, please see our Fifth Grade page. Downloadable Forms Photo Opt-Out Form [MS Word .doc, PDF] Newton Public Schools Elementary Lunch Menu and Information
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