Many Mason-Rice families know Leo Curry, one of our beloved custodians. Leo is a kind soul, conducting himself with a constant smile and can-do-it-ness, and who is always supporting our students, staff, and school community with delight and genuine care. Last weekend, Leo awoke in his home to a nightmare—his home was on fire. We know many from our community will want to support him during this difficult time. Read more about Leo’s situation and give* to his recovery efforts here.

*An anonymous donor has offered to match any gifts, up to a total of $25,000, made to this GoFundMe to support Leo.

The 2021 Mason-Rice Book Fair opened last Tuesday and we hope you’ve taken time to visit! In the book fair’s online store you will find fantastic recommendations from Ms. Reed, Mr. Bultema, and Ms. Addleman, as well as teacher/classroom wish lists. Check out the Book Fair here. Be sure to share with friends and family too! 

30% of all purchases through our link return to Mason-Rice to support this year’s CAS Authorfest!

Do you have a incoming kindergartner? Do you know someone who’s going to be in kindergarten at Mason-Rice next year? Registration information is now available. Click here.

Winter Walk & Roll! (by Newton & Massachusetts Safe Routes to School)

This February, walk or roll to school or a park, or around your neighborhood. Click here to see how to participate and for fun tips on winter walking!

Musical morning is fun way for kids to showcase their musical talent! K-2 Musical Morning spots are still open. Sign up here. 

(All grades 3-5 slots have been filled.)

For the 2020-2021 academic year, FREE breakfast and lunch is available for ALL students. There are grab-n-go options for in-person pick-up, or separate pick-up locations at the high schools for virtual learners. 

See the City of Newton’s website for updated information on pickup locations and other important updates.

The Mason-Rice Spirit Store is still open and stocked with t-shirts.  We have t-shirts in two styles: navy with the Mason Rice logo in color on the front or Heather Blue with the Mason Rice logo on the back.  T-Shirts are $15 in Kids size S, M, L or adult S, M, L. Email Katie Gaines to place an order. All proceeds go to the Mason-Rice Fifth Grade Graduation Fund.

Mason-Rice’s annual online auction is usually the PTO’s biggest fundraiser. This year, because of the pandemic, we are not hosting the auction. Instead, in each week’s Notes, we are spotlighting the amazing businesses that have generously supported our auction year after year. We hope that now, during their time of need, you will consider patronizing those who have consistently supported our PTO.

Don’t forget to support the previously-spotlighted businesses! You can find them in the past Notes on our PTO webpage.

Newton’s neighborhood restaurant and bar refreshingly combines a scratch kitchen menu and craft drinks with giving back to the community. We pride ourselves in delicious house-made food, creative cocktails, unique beers, and just as importantly, as leaders of positive change in our community.

Cater your Super Bowl party with us! We are offering family-size catering specials such as design-your-own Taco Bar, a bucket Fried Chicken, Bam Bam Cauliflower, Party Tenders & Party Wings. Click here to place your order.

This season we are also introducing Winter Warmer Days. Every Saturday from 2/13 – 2/27 we will be lighting our patio and serving up wintery goodies for you and your quarantine family. For $15, participants will secure a socially-distanced outdoor table, a Thermos of warm drinks and have the option to purchase fun comfort treats like warm cookies and s’mores. Please call (617) 202-6718 to secure your spot.

As an amazon affiliate member, the PTO is able to earn commissions from your everyday purchases! Before you shop, simply click through the logo on our website and then go about your shopping as normal. You won’t see anything different, but the PTO will earn commissions from your purchase. (Purchases and purchasers are not reported by amazon to the PTO.)