Category Archives: Lower School

Lower School Co-Lead Teacher Hiring Process: Next Steps

The Co-Lead Teacher Hiring Committee has  recommended one of the applicants to the Governing Board. After a number of community events to meet the candidate, the Governing Board has recommended this candidate to our Superintendent, Dr. Johnson, for an appointment as our next BTU School’s Lower School Co-Lead Teacher. We will keep you all posted … Continue reading

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Scooper Bowl Fundraising for the Jimmy Fund

3rd, 4th, and 5th graders are planning a fundraiser event on Wednesday, May 29, from 1:00pm-4:00pm and Thursday, May 30 from 1:00pm-3:30pm to kickstart fundraising for The Jimmy Fund. Any questions can be directed to Ms. Welch, Ms. McCabe, and Ms. Taryn.

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Lost and Found Update

Last call for any lost and found claims. We will donate any unclaimed winter clothing to Morgan Memorial soon. Please stop by the lost and found table near the Learning Center to pick up your items.

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Law Day Contest Winners!

Seven 5th grade scholars were recognized by local judges for their excellent submissions for the Law Day contest at the West Roxbury Courthouse. For writing, Nyari Davis (3rd), Audrey Addonisio (2nd), and Maya Granberry-Hall (1st). For art, Emprist Cover-Pierre (3rd), Wilmary Soto (2nd) and Kunthary Willimams and Wuraola Ogungbemi (both came in 1st). Congratulations!

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BTU Soccer Bootcamp Success!

The soccer team held a clinic this past Monday and Tuesday, where 33 lower school students participated and were coached by the soccer team members.  The purpose of the clinic was to both build community and raise funds for a charity of the team’s choice.  We want to inform you that with the help and support of many, … Continue reading

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BTU Family Spring Walk at the Arboretum

Sunday, April 7  1 – 3 pm Join us for another successful walk and guided activity for children and their families! We will explore signs of spring and revisit our favorite tress from the previous Winter Walk. Refreshments will be served afterwards.

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Save the Date: A Special Art Exhibit in the Arnold Arboretum Lecture Hall

by Ana Maria Caballero The Arboretum will be sponsoring an Art Exhibition in its lecture hall featuring 30 pieces of observational drawings taken from the life science journals done by scholars in grades K2 – 5!! Through A Child’s Eye Illustrations by Students from the Boston Teacher’s Union School Reception: June 18, 2013 6:00–8:00pm

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Curriculum Night Fun!

  On Thusday, February 28, our community gathered for a fabulous night of learning and fun around the BTU School! Scholars and their families explored math together all over the lower school. Upper school scholars and their families explored science, social studies, math, and ELA activities. All scholars joined together to explore printmaking, computer animation, … Continue reading

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Readers Theatre!

Betsy Morgan and her 4th grade scholars, with a special appearance by upper school scholar Susan, performed reader’s theatre for Mr. Jerry’s K2 scholars.

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Lower School Lead Teacher Position

We are currently accepting applications for the position of Lower School Lead Teacher. The Lead Teacher of the Lower School will work in close collaboration with the Lead Teacher of the Upper School and the teaching community to guide overall leadership, direction, and management of the BTU School. The Lead Teacher reports to the Governing … Continue reading

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