Each year, the PTO runs events and programs that support our students, our teachers, and our school community.  This collective effort enriches the middle school experience for everyone.  To make it happen, the PTO depends on community donations of time, money, and other contributions. 

We launched our annual fundraising drive in November. The Annual Appeal is our biggest fundraiser and covers the bulk of our programming expenses for the year. We are suggesting a gift of $110, which amounts to PTO spending for one student, but a donation amount of any size would be incredibly helpful.

Thank you, as always, for your support!
2025-2026 Bigelow PTO Board

How to Donate:

• via Venmo @bigelowtreasurer (include your email in the memo to receive a receipt)
• via the website at bigelowpto.org/donate/
• write a check and mail to Bigelow Middle School c/o PTO

How Your Donation Works for Bigelow

Please consider adding Bigelow PTO to your company’s annual donation matching program, if applicable. Bigelow Middle School PTO is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization. Tax ID #20-0348453. All donations are tax deductible to the extent of the law.

Are you looking for the Bigelow PTO Family Directory?

The success of the system is dependent on every family logging in and updating their information. Throughout the school year, families can edit their name, address, and phone numbers, and each family can decide which pieces of information will be available for others to view through the privacy settings.

Our secure and easy-to-use directory is free for all Bigelow families and is hosted online at Membership Toolkit. The directory is maintained by PTO volunteers and funded by the PTO thanks to your support!

If you are unfamiliar with the platform, if you have forgotten your directory access login, or if you are unsure about whether or not you are in it, please email us with your name and your child’s name(s) at bigelowbulldog@gmail.com.

Please join us for an Ice Skating Fundraiser at Warrior Ice Arena Friday, December 5th 2025 from 9-9:50 pm. Tickets are $18 (includes skate rental) and will be sold at the event starting at 8:30 pm.

Save the date for Friday, January 9th, 2026 for another Bigelow Skate Night at Warrior Ice Arena!

A HUGE thank you to our Teacher Appreciation Committee Chairs Laura Goldworm and Jenny Rosenthal (and their girls Lilah, Charlotte, and Capri) for hosting an incredible snack bar for our Bigelow Teachers and Staff before Thanksgiving.

If you’re interested in participating in our next show of Teacher Appreciation, please email us at bigelowbulldog@gmail.com.

In March 2025, Bigelow hosted a new annual tradition: Global Diversity Night. It is an after-school evening to celebrate the many countries and cultures among us with food and fun. It was such a massive success, we’re again asking for your help to make this year’s event reflect all of Bigelow and beyond!

Stay tuned for info on our first Committee meeting. Email bigelowbulldog@gmail.com to express interest.

Many parent groups are actively supporting the Bigelow community and we want to share it! Groups like SEPAC, Metco, Green Council, FORJ, and more are part of what make this community so special. Please let us highlight your efforts.

Email the PTO at bigelowbulldog@gmail.com for more info.

Bigelow Drama’s fall play, Just Great: A retelling of some book by F. Scott Fitzgerald, wrapped a successful 4-show run on Saturday. Ms. Moriarty and Ms. Alberts captained an incredible show by guiding students through every aspect of the production. Congratulations on a terrific show, and thank you!

Here are a few pictures from Just Great:

We are collecting gift cards to help provide for Bigelow families in need. If you are able to help, please purchase gift cards for local grocery stores such as Wegmans, Star Market, Target, etc. Please put them in an envelope labeled “Supermarket Gift Card” and drop off or send it in to our main office.

If your family is in need of assistance, please email your student’s school counselor. They will keep requests confidential and coordinate with you to provide support.

8th Grade: Molly Morrow (morrowm@newton.k12.ma.us)

7th Grade: Jessica Pierce (piercej@newton.k12.ma.us)

6th Grade: Erin MacNeil (macneile@newton.k12.ma.us)

You can also donate to or collect food from the following pantries:

Food Pantries Serving in Newton: 

1.Newton Food Pantry (see below for client form link)

• WEDNESDAYS -By Appointment: 12pm–3pm; Walk-in: 3pm–7pm
• THURSDAYS – By Appointment Only: 10am–1pm
• 1000 Commonwealth Ave, Newton
• 617-796-1233

2.Centre Street Food Pantry

• 11 Homer Street, Newton, MA 02459
• 617-340-9554

Food Pantries in Boston:

1.The Guild Food Pantry – 260 Washington St, Dorchester, MA 02121

• Saturdays from 11am-3pm
• Call 877-797-7938 with questions
• Provides fresh produce

2.Shirley’s Food Pantry – 213 River St, Mattapan, MA 02129

• Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10am-3pm
• Call 617-534-2032 with questions

Please let us know if we can be helpful in any way during these uncertain times!

Narratives of Change: Book & Film Discussion with FORJ

Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 6:30 – 8:00 PM at Newton Free Library

Bigelow FORJ invites you (caregivers and students) to an upcoming discussion on the award-winning book and movie The Hate U Give, hosted by FORJ NNHS, Newton Free Library, and FORJ Newton. If you plan to attend, or have any questions, please let us know at angela.r.brooks@gmail.com (Angela) or ms_haily@yahoo.com (Hai). We’re looking forward to having a strong Bigelow contingent!

Narratives of Change: Book & Film Discussion with FORJ
Brought to you by FORJ Newton North High School, Newton Free Library, and FORJ Newton.

Stories shape the way we see the world—and each other. Join us for a discussion that brings together middle schoolers, high schoolers, and adults to explore the book The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas, and its movie adaptation. Together, we’ll reflect, ask questions, and have honest conversations about race, justice, and community in a discussion facilitated by a Newton Free Library librarian and a racial dialogue facilitator from FORJ Newton North High School.

We recommend that you read the book or watch the movie (or both) before this program. You can request a library copy of the book here, and you can request a copy of the movie here. Don’t have time to read the book or watch the film? You’re still welcome to join us to discuss these themes.