Heshan Berents-Weeramuni

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Name: Heshan Berents-Weeramuni
Date registered: March 20, 2011

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  3. Principal Grassa’s Paw Prints (06/12/16) — June 12, 2016
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  5. Principal Grassa’s Paw Prints (06/6/16) — June 6, 2016

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Mar
26

Two more parents deliver detailed BPS-wide funding proposal to School Committee

Heshan Berents-Weeramuni

Parents Jessica Ormsby (above, left) and Lisa Kincade (above, right) both spoke at the most recent Boston School Committee meeting on behalf of the Curley. Jessica, who became the 11th Curley parent to address the Committee this year, spoke during the open Budget Hearing. Lisa, the 12th Curley parent before the committee this year, then… Continue reading »

Mar
25

Silent auction a great success – 20% more raised than last year!

Heshan Berents-Weeramuni

The Fifth Annual Curley Silent Auction at Canary Square was a resounding success. Jess Ormsby, parent fundraising co-chair, is happy to report that over $13,000 was raised, which is 20% better than last year. Fantastic! Huge thanks all around for the incredible number of people and businesses who donated their goods and services, and for… Continue reading »

Mar
21

Principal’s Breakfast is Thursday, March 29

Heshan Berents-Weeramuni

Curley parents and guardians are cordially invited to our monthly Principal’s Breakfast on Thursday, March 29, 2012, 8:45 a.m. –  10 a.m., in the Upper School Library. Following the breakfast, there will be an important workshop on planning for college. It’s never too early to think about college – and it is not too late to start planning… Continue reading »

Mar
19

Parent speaks at 2nd budget hearing, suggests our policy changes to BPS

Heshan Berents-Weeramuni

Curley parent Carrie Fletcher was the tenth parent to speak on behalf of the Curley to the Boston School Committee meeting last week. She spoke at the second city-wide budget hearing of the year, held this time at the Thomas Edison K-8 School in Brighton. At the heart of her statement are three specific policy… Continue reading »

Mar
13

Sneak peek at tonight’s Silent Auction items

Heshan Berents-Weeramuni

We have an astonishing 75 items to bid on tonight – and the list is still growing! Yes. 75 items! Here’s a sneak peek at some of the Silent Auction items at Canary Square: 20 different Red Sox tickets to auction off (including VIP tours and on-field batting practice) Gift certificates to area restaurants that include… Continue reading »

Mar
11

Mon: BPS Hearing;
Tues: Canary Square Fundraiser;
Wed: Book Drop-Off

Heshan Berents-Weeramuni

Three reminders for the next three days. Monday: BPS Budget Hearing Monday, March 12 The second BPS budget hearing (different from regular BSC meetings) will be held on Monday, March 12 at 6 p.m. at the Thomas Edison K-8 School, 60 Glenmont Road, Brighton, MA 02135. Directions are here. It is a 15-20 minute drive… Continue reading »

Mar
06

5th Annual Night at the Museum of Science is Friday, March 30th

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Please join us for our 5th annual Curley K-8 night at the Museum of Science. This year it will take place on March 30th from 5:00p.m. – 9:00pm. The event is hosted by the science department and school parent council. The fun filled evening costs only for $15 entrance for up to 7 children. It… Continue reading »

Mar
01

The 5th Annual Silent Auction + Raffle

Heshan Berents-Weeramuni

We need YOUR help with the event setup, raffle ticket sales, door donations and clean up! If you are coming to the event, please take a moment to sign-up on the following doodle poll: http://www.doodle.com/s76cbynmmqy9aa24 Event Details: 5th Annual Silent Auction + Raffle Tuesday March 13, 2012 from 6p-9pm Canary Square (435 South Huntington Ave,… Continue reading »

Feb
27

Reminder: Health & Wellness meetings tomorrow

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A reminder that the Health & Wellness committee meets this Tuesday, February 28th at 7:45 am in Stephanie Selznick’s room and at 3pm in the guidance room. We’d like to announce a fun and promising collaboration with the electric science department. Instead of a health fair we want to have May be health and wellness… Continue reading »

Feb
27

Follow Principal Slater on Twitter!

Heshan Berents-Weeramuni

Social media, and Twitter in particular, is fast becoming an important tool in the world of education. Teachers are using it to connect with other professionals around the world to enhance their learning and break down the walls of their classrooms. Administrators are using it to enhance their leadership skills and connect with parents and… Continue reading »

Feb
26

Curley Student Mechach Browne invited by Lady Gaga to join Oprah and Secretary Sebelius for her Foundation launch

Heshan Berents-Weeramuni

7th Grade Curley student Mechach Browne has been invited by Lady Gaga to join Oprah Winfrey, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius, and Deepak Chopra as she launches her Born This Way Foundation! The launch event will be this Wednesday, February 29 at Harvard University. Mechach was selected to join the event for his… Continue reading »

Feb
09

1st Annual Curley Used Book Sale

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Time to clean your book shelves! The SPC will be hosting our first annual used book sale on Thursday, April 12 at 6 p.m., the same night as the Art Show. The money we raise will help fund our Arts, Music and Science programs. We need your books:  Books for adults, books for kids. picture books,… Continue reading »

Feb
07

Principal’s Breakfast is Wednesday, February 15

Heshan Berents-Weeramuni

Curley parents and guardians are cordially invited to our monthly Principal’s Breakfast on Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 8:45 a.m. in the Upper School Library. Breakfast will be followed by a presentation on how to help your child with: Math homework Test taking strategies to help students to be more successful on their MCAS. Presented by Laurie Speranzo, Math… Continue reading »

Feb
07

Give books to the Curley by simply reading online!

Heshan Berents-Weeramuni

We can give books to our school by simply reading online! We Give Books’ Read for My School is our chance to highlight the importance of supporting our schools and the essential role that reading and school libraries play in the lives of our children. Read for My School starts February 14, 2012! Register now… Continue reading »

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