Community Bulletin Board
Panel on "The Downside of AP" this Thursday
5/9/2023 8:27 am
Brookline High School buys 18 AP courses from the College Board, with 500 students paying to take nearly 1,000 exams each year—contributing to the private company’s $1.1 billion dollar revenue. Critics argue that these test-driven classes favor shallow memorization, and contribute to the high levels of stress that our children experience in the competitive higher education race. And racial disparities continue to plague participation rates and scores—echoing the eugenics-era biases of the College Board’s creators. Come hear Brookline educators and parents reflect on the academic, mental health, and equity aspects of the curriculum, and envision other ways Brookline High School could set our children up for college success. Free, via zoom. Register here.
Bid & Win, Mix & Mingle with the BHS Innovation Fund
5/4/2023 7:59 am
The Brookline High School Innovation Fund invites you to check out our Spring Auction! From Red Sox dugout seats to vacation homes and restaurant vouchers, there are dozens of items you can win, all while supporting the Fund and its programs.
The Fund also invites all current 8th grade/rising 9th grade parents and caregivers to a fun, FREE wine and cheese reception. Learn more about BHS from Head of School Anthony Meyer, and meet Fund volunteers and fellow parents. Space is limited, so register now!
Brookline's First Annual AAPI Heritage Day
5/1/2023 3:35 pm
May is when we celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The Town of Brookline is putting on the first annual Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Day on Saturday, May 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Brookline Thrives Updates & Needs, Week of May 1-5, 2023
5/1/2023 12:08 pm
Our volunteers are the heart of Brookline Thrives. Look out here opportunities to help.
Brookline High School Summer Golf League
4/30/2023 5:05 pm
This is an opportunity for middle school students between the ages of 12-14 to play competitive yet friendly golf in Brookline. The hope is to field several middle school-age students every Tuesday starting July 11th through August 22nd.
In addition to middle school age groups, there will be a high school division from conference opponents as well. All groups will be matched up based on ability and it will be on a first come first serve basis due to golf course and tee time limitations.
Theater Arts Program at Brookline SmartSummers
4/30/2023 5:00 pm
This performance program, in its 19th year, offers young entertainers a chance to explore the world of theater. Each session, we’ll team up with professional artists in engaging acting, music, dance, and art classes to create original musicals based on popular children's stories. Students will learn dialogue and choreography and help create scripts, sets, and musical numbers. Throughout the days we will also include humorous interludes of reader's theater, improv, crazy choreography, outlandish script writing, and hidden talent hour. Our classes will take place both indoors and outside, and we'll be sure to include downtime recess games and relaxation time. Each session will culminate with an original musical. This summer, our original productions will be based on ocean stories, including Moana (session 1), The Little Mermaid (session 2), and Finding Nemo (session 3), as well as other ocean stories. For children entering 1st - 8th Grades. Part day and full day programs available. Email theaterartscamp@aol.com for more information.
Brookline Thrives Updates & Needs, Week of April 24-28, 2023
4/30/2023 4:57 pm
Our volunteers are the heart of Brookline Thrives. Look out here opportunities to help.
Shine this summer with ActiveMinds Tutoring!
4/30/2023 4:06 pm
Let us keep your learning bright through the summer months. 16 years providing tutoring for all academic subjects, studying skills, and standardized test prep (SAT/ACT, ISEE, SSAT). Contact ActiveMinds to inquire about our personalized plans with experienced tutors. 617.227.2225 | learnmore@activemindstutoring.com | http://www.activemindstutoring.com/
BYB Challenger League 2023
4/30/2023 3:20 pm
JOIN US SATURDAYS 12:30-1:30 pm at ELIOT FIELD for BASEBALL FUN!
Looking for a way to help your child with special needs experience the joy of playing baseball? Look no further than our Challenger league! This program is designed to provide a relaxed, supportive environment where children of all ages and abilities can enjoy learning and playing baseball. We provide a welcoming community where children with any type of challenge can make new friends and have fun. We meet at Eliot Field on Ackers Ave in Brookline from 12:30 to 1:30 pm every Saturday beginning April 29th. For more information and to register, see Challenger League Information or contact maria.roche15@gmail.com.
BREC Free Summer Camp
4/30/2023 3:09 pm
The Equity Initiative Summer Camp Lottery is for eligible family members entering grades K-8 for the 2023-2024 school year. Upon completing registration, your family may be selected at random to receive summer camp for all eligible family members. If your family is selected, each eligible individual family member in the household is granted up to one (1) assigned session of free camp for the summer of 2023. Families are not allowed to pick session dates for separate family members.
