Weekly Bulletin September 25, 2015

Reminder: Monday is PICTURE DAY for all Francis Wyman Students. Forms went home in backpacks this week.  If you need another form, they are available in the office.  

Burlington Public Librarian visits K, 1, and 2 today!

All students were encouraged to visit the local library to check out books and see the many resources that are available there.  Forms are also available at Francis Wyman for families to apply for a library card for each student.

Camp Bournedale

The 5th grade students from Francis Wyman and Pine Glen traveled to Plymouth for an overnight adventure at Camp Bournedale.  The students had the opportunity to study ocean ecology, marine biology, and participate in Project Adventure to put their teamwork skills to the test!  The weather was perfect and a great time was had by all who participated.  Thank-you to the 5th grade staff and all the parents that volunteered to chaperone this highly anticipated adventure.  

BRIDGES:  GROWING OLDER, GROWING TOGETHER is seeking grandparents and adults age 55+ for their intergenerational program.   There is an urgent need for volunteers for the Francis Wyman session beginning on Thursday, October 15th.  Volunteers commit to one hour per week, from 1 to 2 p.m.,  for six consecutive weeks.  Working in pairs they support teacher instruction by engaging a small group of fourth grade students in thoughtful conversations.  The lessons promote mutual understanding, respect, friendship and family ties.  Volunteers do not need to be Burlington residents.   Contact Kathy Lawless by phone at 781-273-4109 or bridgesvolunteercoordinator@gmail.com to register.

Burlington's First Annual Bowl-a-thon at Kings Burlington on Sunday morning 9am - 12pm, October 4th.  $15 per person (for ages 3+) and bring the littler ones (0-2) at no extra charge.  This is an ALL AGES family event.  "GUTTER BUMPERS" are available so even the young ones will have a blast bowling!   There will be plenty of carnival style activities for everyone to enjoy before or after their turn on the lanes at no extra charge.  

The $15 for admission gets you 2 strings of bowling, shoe rental, food, beverages, carnival activities, and entry into the door prize (Kings Gift Certificate).

We are also selling tickets for a Grand Raffle ($10 for one ticket and $20 for three tickets).  [1st Prize - iRobot Roomba Vacuum : 2nd Prize - Kings Bowling Party for 10 people : 3rd Prize - Cases-Cases Inc. BackYard Campfire Basket]  

You do not need to attend the bowl-a-thon to win the Grand Raffle, so it is a great way to support the cause if you cannot make it on the 4th.

To purchase admission tickets, grand raffle tickets or for more information, visit our website at www.burlingtonbowlathon.com

All proceeds benefit the Adopt-a-Class 2027 Program