Burr Elementary School in Auburndale is one of fifteen public elementary schools in the City of Newton, Massachusetts. All parents and guardians of students at Burr are members of the Burr PTO. You are invited to participate in PTO meetings and activities throughout the year. Parent involvement in the school is a fundamental part of what makes the school community at Burr rich and fulfilling.

Keep up with the latest information from the Burr PTO below...

Burr School PTO News

Recruiting PTO Board Volunteers for school years 2012 - 2014

There are several positions opening on the PTO Board for the school years 2012 - 2012 and 2013 - 2014 (two year term). If you are interested in volunteering a few hours a month, please consider one of the positions below. They offer a great way to get involved in making the Burr the most supportive and fun school possible!

  • PTO Co-President: Contact Ted Vahey or Tracy Carter with questions
  • Communications Coordinator: Contact Colette Burke with questions
  • Community Building Coordinator: Contact Maren Oslund with questions
  • Volunteer Coordinator: New position!
  • Education Support Coordinator: Contact Jason Wong with questions

Burr School Improvement Plan

Please visit the Burr School Website to learn more about the Burr School Improvement Plan for 2012-2015.

Auburndale Parents Yahoo Group

Join the Auburndale Parents Yahoo Group & stay informed about:

  • Community News
  • Local Familly Activities (including camps, classes, etc)
  • Parenting Issues
  • And much more!

To join, visit Auburndale Parents Yahoo Group. Questions? Email Maren Oslund.

Upcoming Burr Events

Library Gift Book Sale is Coming!

This is your chance to recognize your child's teacher by purchasing a book for the library and dedicating it to a special teacher. The sale will take place during the week before the May Fair. To reserve a book for purchase, please fill in your information in this online Library Gift Book Order Form spreadsheet.

We need volunteers for the following really easy jobs
  1. Make copies of the book list and distribute to the student folders
  2. Make copies of the sale notice for student folders
  3. Help "sell" books before and after school - even if you can only take one shift
  4. Help "sell" books at the May Fair
  5. Enter dedications with student and teacher names into a spreadsheet
  6. Help stick the labels and teacher letters into the purchased books
  7. Distribute books to the classrooms
If you think you can help with any one or more of these tasks, please email Gretchen Becker.

Can you lend a hand with any of these activities!?

Newton School Volunteers Wanted

"I think I'm getting smart!"

Become a Newton School Volunteer and hear these words from a student.

  • Tutor a 2nd - 5th grade child in basic mathematics concepts once a week for 30-45 minutes
  • Select your preferred school, grade, day, and time
  • Play special math games that reinforce skills and help students gain confidence and competence
  • Training, Everyday Math books and learning materials, and ongoing support are provided
  • No teaching experience is needed

For more information, please email Ellen Bender or call (617) 559-6131.