Reminder there is no school this Friday, April 6th (Day of Low Attendance - Good Friday).

The next School Committee meeting, the Committee's meeting held annually in Boston, is scheduled to be Monday, April 9, at 7pm at Boston Police Headquarters, One Schroeder Plaza, Boston. The tentative agenda includes Approval of WEEFC Proposals; Annual METCO Program Report and CCC Update; Annual BWMPO Report; Discussion of METCO Budget; and Updates on Facilities Projects (High School Science Labs, Field School Project). All members of the community are encouraged to attend this and all School Committee meetings.

The next PTO Board Meeting will take place on Tuesday, April 10 at 7:30pm in the Field School library.  The public is welcome to attend.  Any questions, please contact Liz Hochberger at 781-893-4123.

The evening coffee with the Superintendent, is now scheduled on Tuesday, April 24, 7pm at the Case House.

Please join us on Thursday, April 26th at 7pm in the Weston High School Auditorium to view "Someday Melissa", a powerful documentary about a young teen's struggle with (and ultimate loss to) an eating disorder  (www.somedaymelissa.com).   A panel discussion will follow the film.  Tickets may be purchased at the door ($10 per person).  All proceeds from ticket purchases will benefit the Someday Melissa Foundation. Please contact Deb Sullivan with any questions.  

Dr. Cheryl Maloney, Superintendent of Schools, is pleased to announce the selection of two finalists for the position of Elementary Science Specialist, K-5: Carolyn Collins and Paula Feynman. Two dates have been set for finalist visits to the elementary schools, visiting classes and meeting faculty, staff, and parents. Ms. Collins will visit on Monday, April 9. Ms. Feynman will visit on Tuesday, April 10. A community forum to meet the candidates will be held each day from 10-10:45am in the Field School Library. Dr. Maloney, anticipates announcing the selection of the new Elementary Science Specialist by the end of April. More information is available on the district website.

Monday: Wear your Green Tshirt, Tuesday: Everything re-usable, Wednesday: Day of Low Energy Use, Thursday: Decrease your Carbon footprint, Friday: Give back to the Earth Day (clean it up, plant some plants....) 

Take advantage of the opportunity to host a foreign exchange student from Luoyang, China! Weston High School will have 6 students visiting for 17 days from around May 6th until May 22nd. This is a great chance to participate in a rich cultural exchange right in your own home. We need 6 families to host these high school students.  Priority will be given to Weston High School students studying Mandarin language, followed by the at-large Weston High School community, and then Weston Middle School students studying Mandarin language. Don't miss your chance for lots of fun! For more information, please contact: Teresa Liu 781-647-4836 or Attia Linnard 781-237-4860.

April 1-15  Early Registration: The Wayland Weston Youth Football and Cheerleading, part of the American Youth Football and Cheerleading organization, is accepting early registration with limited space for returning players this year. This is a grade based program, meaning players will be with others from their grade. This registration is open to RETURNING football players and cheerleaders on April 1. Spaces are limited as we are only having one team per grade.  Be sure to sign up and get your spot. Register now!! April 16 - May 31 Open Registration for new participants and those who missed early registration: ALL new football players and cheerleaders will be welcome to register starting April 16. Go Football!! Questions? Contact Lauren Rosen.

Hippity Hop to the Town Green and don't forget to bring your basket or bag for carrying eggs! The Town of Weston Recreation Department would like to invite everyone to join in on the fun of the Annual Egg Hunt on the Town Green, April 7th, 9am SHARP, rain or shine! There will be separate sections for different age groups and of course a special visit from the Spring Bunny! No registration or fee required. 

Come move and groove to the music of award-winning rock/folk/funkster Mr. G -Wednesday April 18th at 10am at Country School. Be energized by songs like "Pizza for Breakfast" and many more. Because of his infectious songs and dynamic live show, Mr. G has quickly developed into one of the rising stars of the kid's music world. Mr. G was a 2011 GRAMMY nominee for Best Children's Album and has one several Children's music awards (www.mistergsongs.com).  Tickets are $5 for WCCA members, $10 for nonmembers, and babies under 1 free. Tickets available at the door, payable by cash or check only.                                                               

Join us Friday, April 20 from 2-3:30pm. Come use frosting, sprinkles, and candy to decorate vanilla and chocolate cupcakes. Feel free to taste your cupcakes here, or take a few home with you to share with family and friends this April Vacation. Free and open to all teens in grades 6-12. Limit of 15. Registration required. Contact Youth Services at 781-786-6166 to sign up. 

Land's Sake is springing to life, register online today to take part in enriching farm-based experiences! After School Explorers for 4th and 5th graders starts Tuesday, April 24th. After School Gardeners for 2nd and 3rd graders starts Wednesday, April 25th. Summer Programs for ages 10-17 start Monday, June 25th.  Land's Sake is your farm, connecting people to the land through farming, forestry and education.!

Celebrate Earth Day at the Spellman Museum of Stamps & Postal History at Regis College: Wednesday, April 18 from noon to 4pm. Bring in used bottles, cans, boxes and other items to be recycled by decorating with postage stamps. Other arts and crafts with stamps plus stamp hunts for prizes. Make a world map about endangered species using stamps featuring animals. Create envelopes and stationery with old paper to send Earth Day greetings to friends. The Museum pays the postage.More information or 781-768-8367

Warmer weather is upon us and your children are out once again riding their bikes. Please see the following link to make sure your child has a properly fitted helmet. 

Friday Afternoon Movies for Teens at the Weston Public Library. Friday, April 27: Adventures of TinTin.  Movies begin at 3:15pm and run for about 2 hours. Food and drinks are provided. Feel free to drop in!  

The Weston Friendly Society of the Performing Arts is thrilled to announce our spring production of Singin' in the Rain.  This classic love story will delight all generations with songs and dance numbers that will keep your toes tapping.  Please join us on Saturday, April 21st at 8pm; Sunday, April 22nd at 2pm or Saturday, April 28th at 2 and 8pm.  You can enjoy cabaret style seating at the Weston Town Hall and support the second oldest community theatre in the country!  Tickets can be purchased online or by phone at 617-795-2195. 

Weston will celebrate its 300th birthday in 2013.  The Board of Selectmen and Moderator are seeking volunteers who are interested in planning activities and events for the celebration.  There is a need for three people to fill the following roles: 1) chair the June 1 field day and fireworks event, 2) treasurer, and 3) member at large who can take over as chair of the steering committee.  Residents should send a letter of interest by Friday, March 30 to the Board of Selectmen, P. O. Box 378, Weston, MA  02493 or email.

Please join us on Thursday, April 5 at the home of Holly Hanoyan, 568 Wellesley Street to learn about our 8th graders transition to high school.  Several parents of current high school students have volunteered to serve as a panel and answer our questions. Coffee is at 8:30am and the meeting starts at 9am.  Questions to Mary Ann Mattoon. 

Please join the Class of 2014 Parent Discussion Group on Wednesday, April 11th at 9am for a "Let's Be Honest" Workshop given by Planned Parenthood of MA educator Amy Cody. We will meet at the home of Laura Efron - 27 Ledgewood Road, Weston. Any parents/caregivers of 10th Graders are always welcome. Please RSVP to Laura Efron. 

Let's face it...second semester seniors are way more interested in having fun than studying and, as the summer approaches, the interest and opportunities will naturally increase. Please join us on Monday April 9th at 7:30pm for a discussion on how to keep our kids safe while giving them freedom for fun. We'll discuss risky situations, including the allure of house parties when care givers are away. Meeting will take place at the Kussmaul's, 32 Bay State Road. Please rsvp to Claudia Krimsky or Lisa Lewtan.