Community News & Events: March 7, 2023

MathTalk Play Sessions
Is your family looking to enjoy learning math in a new interactive space? Bring your family to MathTalk’s Cambridge office for a hands-on learning experience. In the play session, your child will explore mathematical concepts through free play and interactions with fun math products. Sign up for a play session today and get ready for an engaging and playful learning experience! To learn more about MathTalk visit their website or join them on the newly-opened Bob Moses MathTrail in Cambridge. Ages 2–10 are welcome.

NEW- EdVestors Initiatives and Grants
EdVestors has a number of grants and initiatives being offered, including BPS Arts Expansion, EdVestors Career Pathways, and more. Please visit their website for a full list of opportunities.

Boston Partners in Your Classroom!
For over 50 years, Boston Partners in Education has matched Boston Public Schools students with experienced academic mentors to help improve their grades and confidence. Mentors meet with students in-person or online – for one hour a week – to help with classwork and homework. Any BPS student in grades K0-12 is eligible to be matched with a mentor in any school subject. To request a mentor for your classroom, simply identify and nominate students who would benefit from another caring adult in their life!

NEW- Rebuilding After a Fire
BTU member Danielle Neville recently lost her home to a fire. If you can, please support Danielle by donating to this GoFundMe.

Joy of Learning Grant from Friends of the Boston Schoolyards
Friends of the Boston Schoolyards are offering ten $500 mini-grants to the BPS community. Projects can range from painting in the garden and doing math problems using plants; to writing poetry and reading stories outside, to observing bugs on the school grounds and growing food to eat. Submit a brief application any time from now until March 10 for a chance to receive up to $500 to help your students learn, play, and grow alongside nature this spring!

NEJLC Labor Seder: March 19
Join the New England Jewish Labor Committee for an in-person seder to celebrate shared traditions and strengthen our work together.

The Teachers Lounge’s Renaissance Educator Prom
The Prom will bring together 200+ educators of color from Massachusetts for an evening of networking, celebration and community. Back by popular demand, the event is coming back with an evening of networking, celebration and community.

Big Sister Boston Mentoring
Know a girl looking for new adventures? Big Sister Boston is currently enrolling girls aged 7-14 in our Community-Based Mentoring program. Set up a child for success this year by matching her with a Big Sister! She’ll have fun, try new activities, and have a meaningful relationship with a positive adult friend and mentor that is supported by our expert staff. Enroll her online now!