NEWS ARCHIVES

March 2007 (download MS Word Doc)

The PTO and Officer Jan Cunningham of the East Bridgewater Police Department Sponsor an "i-Parent Campaign" Evening

You are invited to attend an i-Parent Program to learn how parents around the country are making their homes and communities Internet safe through the i-Parent Campaign.

You Look Out For Them in the Real World… Do You Know What They’re Doing Online? Have you viewed Dateline?

1 in 8 children have been asked by someone on the Internet to meet face to face. It’s never to Early to learn about internet safety.

According to an ongoing i-SAFE poll—
• Just under half of all 7th Graders visit Internet chat rooms.
• Nearly 70% of 8th Graders admitted to having "flamed" someone (sent a hurtful or angry online message).
• Over 30% of high school seniors have posted their photo on the web and up to 20% have met someone face-to- face they came to know online.

Learn how to:
• Protect your family from online risks.
• Avoid being victimized by Internet predators.
• Be part of a nationwide Internet safety education campaign.

i-SAFE recognizes that a digital divide exists between parents and their children when it comes to the use of technology. In most cases, the kids know more about the Internet and new technology than their parents. That is why i-SAFE launched the i-PARENT Campaign - a nationwide movement of students, parents, educators and public officials - to inform parents about the dangers their kids face online and offer tips to help protect them.

February 2006

General Meeting: "Central School Homework Policy"
February 15th at 7:00 pm in the Center Room
Presenter: Mrs. Williams

As part of the Strategic Plan each school is reviewing, creating, or revising their school Homework Policy. Mrs. Williams has been working with staff and the Central School Council to research the appropriate amount of homework for elementary age children. Together, they have been working for months on this new policy. The policy is complete with guidelines for students, teachers, and parents. This new policy is currently in the process of being adopted by the School Committee and will become school policy in the spring. Please visit the Resource for Parents section for a copy of the policy.

Central School PTO Website:
We would like to thank Stephen Culp, a parent at the Central School and owner of Culp Design in East Bridgewater. Stephen created this wonderful website. Watch for more things to be added all the time, including a Parents Forum Section. You’ll be able to post your thoughts and comments about events and programs as well as other topics.

March 2006

Central School PTO Scrapbooking Saturday Fundraiser!
When: Saturday. March 4th,2006
Where: Central School Cafeteria
Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm
Registration Fee: $10.00

A Creative Memories professional consultant will be on hand to help with all of your scrapping needs.  A 2 hour beginners class will be held for those interested at No Additional Charge!

Demos will be given on photo organization as well as basic scrapping. Scrapbooking tools will be available to use and to purchase. Please Bring a Bag Lunch and come spend the day Cropping Away! (Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase as well.)  Space may be limited, please register by 3/1/06. Walk ins will be accepted if space is available.

Checks should be made payable to Central School PTO.

PTO Contact for this event is Kim Bartlett

The Bright Side of Education – East Bridgewater Cable Television Premier
UPDATE! The show will highlight new and innovative ways to educate children that are being used at the East Bridgewater Central School. The show is being produced through the cooperative effort of the Central School PTO and East Bridgewater Community Television. The first episode will feature a new program preventing "Bullying" from the Marc Foundation. The show will air Mondays at 2:00 pm, Wednesdays at 6:30 pm and Thursdays at 6:30 pm. Nancy Smith is also editing her first show for EBCTV. The program features the Central School Students visit to a Brockton Rox Baseball game this past summer. The Executive Board would like to thank Russ Hannagan of EBCTV for helping us create this new communication tool.

MATH A THON- ST. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Coming in March

General Meeting: The Marc Program
March 15th at 7:00 pm in the Center Room

The Marc Program, from Bridgewater State College is currently being used by the entire Central School Staff. Dr. Elizabeth Englander, PHD and her staff will explain the program in detail at our March 15th General Meeting. The faculty and staff of the Central School were trained at a professional development day earlier in the fall. They have been implementing the program in the classroom. By attending the meeting and gaining an understanding of the program you will be able to help your child using the same skills they are taught in school. This is a great example of parents and teachers working together.

April 2006

General Meeting: Health and Nutrition Information for Families
April 26th at 7:00 in the Center Room

Literacy Project
Cathy McGrath is currently putting together a Family Literacy project. More details will follow. If you have any suggestions or would like to help, please contact Cathy.

Family Event
UPDATE! On Friday, April 28th, the Central School PTO invites families to come and enjoy Robert Rogers Puppet Company, "Circus on a String". There will be two performances of the show to make sure that we have room for everyone to enjoy the show. The first show will be for grades Pre-k-1st grade and the second show will be for grades 2-3. The entire family is encouraged to come and enjoy the show! TImes of the shows have not been confirmed-please watch for the flyer or visit the web-site again. Visit www.robertrogerspuppets.com for a sneak peak!

General Meeting: McGruff Safety at Home
May 17th at 7:00 pm in the Center Room

General Meeting: I-Safe America Presentation
June 14th at 7:00 pm in the Center Room

Brockton Rox Family Night
June 24th at 7:05
The pre-sale tickets have sold out. Please contact Nancy Smith for ticket information. Third Grade Students will have the opportunity to sing the National Anthem. We sold 1,000 tickets and have 90 children signed up to sing. Tickets will be assigned and sent home with the students in late April or early May. Thank-you for your overwhelming response to the fun event!

Spring Highlights
Clothing Sale: We will be offering a clothing line featuring the School Mascot Chester. Watch for more information and the opportunity to purchase items later in the spring. Contact Kim with questions.

October 2005

General Meeting: Mrs. Williams, our principal, and Mrs. Klingaman, our assist. principal
Wednesday, October 18, 2005 - 7:00 Cafeteria, Central School

Discussing the school’s curriculum, and reviewing the 5 top questions to ask your child’s teacher at parent-teacher conferences.

Family Event - Central School Halloween Party
This year’s All School Halloween Party will be held on Wednesday October 25, 2006 in the Central School Cafeteria. We will have 5 tables/areas: touchy feely table, coloring bag table, lollipop ghost table, dancing, and a goody bag table. There will also be carved pumpkins on display, which will be provided by the Central School Staff.

The times are as follows:
PreK, Kindergarten & First Grade: 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Second Grade & Third Grade: 6:30pm –7:30pm

We are looking for volunteers for the tables as well as setup and cleanup. If you would like to volunteer, please choose a time and contact the coordinator for that time slot. If you are unable to volunteer and would like to make a donation, you may contact any of the coordinators as well.

Setup 4:00pm – 4:30pm, Cathy McGrath 508-690-1150
PreK - 1 4:45pm – 6:00pm, Nancy Smith 508-378-4290
2 & 3 6:15pm – 7:30pm, Tina Anthony 508-378-3732
Cleanup 7:30pm – 8:00pm, Heather Peel 774-259-8218

We hope to see you all at the party!!!