A Note From Edith

With deep sadness we share the details of the memorial visiting hours for Mr. Matt Goldstein and his family. Mr. Goldstein, his wife Lyla, and two daughters, Valerie and Violet passed away last week, and we want to ensure that those who wish to attend and offer their condolences have the necessary information.

Memorial Visiting Hours Details:

• Date: Sunday, January 12th

• Time: 12:00pm- 4:00pm

• Location: Eaton Funeral Home

• Address: 1351 Highland Ave, Needham, MA 02492

• Additional Information: The family has kindly asked not to send flowers and will be setting up a memorial scholarship fund. More information will be provided at a later time

Regular and on-time school attendance is crucial for any child's academic and social-emotional growth. At the Edith C. Baker School, our goal is to work together to ensure that every student attends school every day, arrives on time, and stays for the full school day. Consistent attendance helps prevent academic setbacks, as missing just two days a month can lead to falling behind and increased stress.

If your child is experiencing challenges with attendance, it's important that we address them early. Whether the issue is academic stress, personal challenges, or other factors, we want to work together to help find solutions..

For more information about attendance in the Public Schools of Brookline, please click the button below.

The Massachusetts Partnerships for Youth (MPY) is continuing to sponsor a free Parenting Solutions Library. MPY is offering this valuable resource in partnership with Peace At Home Parenting Solutions. Through this partnership, MPY is providing proven resources to help students’ families thrive. Peace At Home Parenting Solutions specializes in empowering families with evidence-based strategies to foster nurturing connections that safeguard their children's mental well-being. The Parenting Solutions Library is easily accessed using the link on MPY’s home page. No log in or passcode is needed.

For more information, please see the attached handout or contact MPY Executive Director Margie Daniels at margie@mpyinc.org.

Brookline’s SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council) is hosting a summer camp fair on Saturday, January 11, 2025, from 9:00am to 11:00am at the Florida Ruffin Ridley School cafeteria. This event will showcase a variety of summer camps and programs designed specifically to support children with special needs. Families will have the opportunity to connect with camp representatives, explore meaningful and fun summer options, and access valuable resources to help plan for an enriching summer experience.

Morning Arrival:

• Students can enter the building starting at 7:55am, with classes beginning at 8:00am. If arriving late, please proceed to the Main Entrance for late check-in.

• Be sure to adhere to grade level and waiting area protocols. Please review the attached Edith C. Baker School Entrance Map, if needed. There are designated entrances and waiting areas based on grade-levels and classrooms.

• If you are dropping off your child(ren) in the front loop, please remember to pull all the way through the front loop before letting your child(ren) out of your vehicle. Be sure to have your child(ren) exit your vehicle on the right-hand side of your vehicle. Stay aware of your surroundings and pay attention to the Baker School personnel directing driveway traffic each morning.

• Breakfast is served in the Edith C. Baker School cafeteria every morning before the start of school beginning at 7:30am. Students having breakfast are to meet at the Main Entrance door between 7:30am and 7:45am and will be brought to the cafeteria. Students arriving after 7:45am must wait outside at their grade level or classroom waiting area. Please review the attached Edith C. Baker School Entrance Map, if needed.

Afternoon Dismissal:

• All students are dismissed at 2:30pm on Mondays through Thursdays and at 1:40pm on Fridays. Students may only remain in the building after dismissal if they are participating in a supervised after-school activity.

• Students will be dismissed from the same location used during morning arrival. Please review the attached Edith C. Baker School Entrance Map, if needed. There are designated entrances and waiting areas based on grade levels and classrooms. Students in kindergarten and grade 1 must be dismissed to an adult caregiver.