Dallin Digest Newsletter
Today is the last day of the Book Fair!
10/30/2026 6:00 am
2 Volunteers Needed for Picture Retake Day, Friday Nov. 6
10/30/2026 5:58 am
Volunteers will help call students from their classrooms and keep the process running smoothly. The shift will likely take 2 hours or less, and any help would be greatly appreciated!
Quarter 2 Library Volunteers
10/30/2026 5:56 am
We are looking specifically for volunteers for only quarter 2 for the Library QRS ("extra library") which runs from November 9 - mid-January. The following classes are available:
Magnatiles for the library
10/30/2026 5:54 am
Do you have gently used Magnatiles that you're ready to pass along? Please drop them off in the main office for use in our Library space.
Read MoreBake Sale on Election Day, Nov 3!
10/30/2026 5:52 am
Hello Dallin families,
Our 5th graders are hosting a bake sale on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Dallin Elementary during voting hours, and we’d love your help making it a sweet success! All proceeds will support our 5th grade end-of-year activities.
How you can help: Bake something delicious (or grab something easy!)
Homemade treats, store-bought goodies, and everything in between are welcome. Please pack them individually. You can:
- Drop off donations at 67 George St on Monday, Nov 2 anytime, or
- Bring them straight to Dallin Elementary on the day of the sale
5th Grade Families: Sign up for a fun shift!
Each bake sale shift needs two 5th graders and one adult supervisor. A great chance for kids to practice sales skills and greet neighbors on their way to vote! Sign up here: https://www.
Whether you bake, buy, or volunteer, every bit helps. Thank you for supporting our 5th graders!
Warmly,
Lindsay Chryssis & Audrey Robert Ramirez
Any questions? email: chryssis.lindsay@gmail.com
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Annual APS Pumpkin Rescue Event!
10/30/2026 5:51 am
Friday November 6th 8am - 12:45pm
Pumpkin recycling drop off guidelines:
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Families should bring their pumpkins to the short wall area at the front of the school before 12:45pm on 11/6 (the truck leaves at 1pm!)
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Pumpkins and gourds of any size will be accepted
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Remove candles/tea lights
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Pumpkins with paint or bling will NOT be accepted -if you can cut those pieces off, Black Earth Compost will accept the rest
Why are we doing this?
Pumpkins can not go in yard waste as they are considered food waste. They are heavy and water-filled and if they go in the trash, they will be incinerated and contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. Composting pumpkins allows them to be naturally processed for helping gardens, trees, and new food to grow!
Want to help?
Anyone interested in helping to toss pumpkins into the truck around 1pm on 11/6 please contact Tana at TanaBrummer@gmail.com!
Read MoreWinter Warm Up donations
10/30/2026 5:50 am
As part of the district's Winter Warm Up event on November 10, Dallin families are donating new socks and new/gently used snow pants. You can leave your donations in the bin in the lobby or purchase from this wishlist, and we'll deliver them for you!
Read MoreArlington SEPAC News 10/29
10/30/2026 5:48 am
Click through for news from Arlington SEPAC on the following topics:
- November 10th SEPAC monthly meeting (Parents/Caregivers only)
- NEW! MA State Program wil Recognize Paraeducators
- APS Announces Extended School Year Dates
- October SEPAC Meeting Minutes
- 🧰 APS Workshops: Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE)
Calendar and additional community events, 10/30
10/30/2026 5:00 am
Tuesday, November 3
NO SCHOOL -- Professional Development day
Election Day -- please vote and visit the Dallin Bake Sale!
November 4, 5, 9
Afternoons on 11/4 & 11/5, early release at 11:30 AM.
Evening conferences, 11/9 (Monday). Regular school day hours.
Friday, November 6
Great Pumpkin Rescue, wall outside school, 8am - 12:45pm
Tuesday, November 10
Wednesday, November 11
NO SCHOOL -- Veterans Day
Friday, November 13
Friday, November 20
Kathryn Selvidge author visit (visiting all students)
Trick or Treat with Arlington Businesses on Friday, October 30, from 3:00–5:00 p.m.
This fun, family-friendly event is geared primarily toward families with children ages 10 and under.
You can find event details here: https://business.arlcc.org/
Arlington Orthodontics Candy Buy Back will take place Friday, November 6 (9am-5pm) and Saturday, November 7 (8am-1pm)! Bring leftover candy to Arlington Orthodontics at 800 Mass Ave in Arlington; they will pay $2/pound ($10 max) and give a matching donation to the PTO; collected candy will be shipped to troops overseas.
Celebrate Halloween at the Old Schwamb Mill! Bring the whole family for a festive visit to the historic mill, where trick-or-treaters can collect candy, enjoy Halloween coloring crafts, embark on a scavenger hunt through the Mill, and snap a photo at the Halloween photo-op area. Be sure to wear your favorite costume for a chance to participate in a costume contest!
The event runs during open hours on Saturday October 31, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
17 Mill Lane, Arlington MA
The Arlington High School class of 2029 will be hosting a Fall Festival on November 7th from 9:00AM-3:00PM at the Schouler Court Covered Parking lot at Arlington High School. Join us for a day of fun, food, vendors, music & all things fall! Organizations interested in having a booth or table can fill out an interest form. Contact classcouncil2029@spyponders.com for more information.
Enjoyed hearing Ms. Connor at Town Day? Come to the Boston Skyline Chorus concert, "Harvest of Harmony", Saturday, Nov. 7th 3:00-5:00pm at First Parish Church, 50 Church Street, Waltham, MA. There will be a Silent Auction, Gift Basket Raffles, and Refreshments! More information and tickets here!
AHS Math Mentors is a student-led club at Arlington High School offering free one-on-one math support for K–12 APS students. Mentors can help with homework, prepare for tests, and review specific math topics. Tutoring sessions can take place either in-person or virtually. Students are paired with a tutor based on math level and availability to ensure effective support. Fill out a short sign-up form to get matched with a mentor. Check out our website to learn more!
Read MoreDallin Book Fair October 26-30 in the Library
10/23/2026 6:00 am
The Dallin Book Fair is returning!
One of our favorite fall traditions, the Book Fair, is coming to Dallin next week (10/26-10/30). We work with a local bookstore to provide a range of age-appropriate texts for students to browse and purchase during their library classes. Families are welcome to visit the Book Fair every day after school for 30 minutes, and we have a late night on Friday where the Book Fair will be open from 2:30-6:30pm.
Students may bring cash or checks to purchase books during library class. If your family would like financial support to participate, please reach out to Jenny Loop (jloop@arlington.k12.ma.us). You may preview the book fair or donate funds for teachers to use during the Book Fair using our Dallin Book Fair link! We are looking for adult clean-up volunteers on Friday evening (10/30) from 6:30-7:30pm. Please email Jamie (jamiejacee@gmail.com) if you can assist!
Read More🍎 Help Us Create an Apple Nacho Bar for our Apple-solutely Awesome Teachers! 🍂
10/23/2026 5:58 am
Did apple picking leave you with too many apples? Share a couple with our amazing Dallin staff! We’re collecting fresh apples to create a delicious apple nacho bar as a sweet fall treat for our hardworking teachers and staff. Every apple helps make this seasonal surprise extra special!
🍎Apple Collection Day: Monday, October 26th in front of the school at morning drop off 🍂
Read MoreSigned copies of book from author visit available
10/23/2026 5:54 am
Our librarian, Melissa Maldonado, organized an amazing event for some of our Dallin students with Caldecott Honor-winning author and illustrator, Shawn Harris. We now have a limited number of signed copies of his book "Duel" available for purchase from Ms. Maldonado. There are only 19 signed copies, so if your student is interested in buying one, please email Melissa (mmaldonado@arlington.k12.ma.
Check the Lost and Found!
10/23/2026 5:50 am
We’re almost 2 months into the school year and the Lost and Found clothing rack is full. Please stop by the lobby to claim items and have your kids check during the day.
I also want to remind you to label your child’s belongings, especially as you’re pulling out warmer clothing and coats.
Janet Huang
Lost and Found Coordinator
Click through for more pictures as of 10/20/26
APS Winter Warm Up Event Tues Nov 10
10/23/2026 5:48 am
- NEW socks (all sizes) and
- New or gently used snow pants
AEF Grants
10/23/2026 5:46 am
Do you have a great idea for Dallin? The Arlington Education Foundation (AEF) may be able to help!
Arlington Education Foundation (AEF) is eager to support the Dallin community and other Arlington Public Schools through various grants. This year, they have new grant guidelines and they made it easier to apply online.
Excellence in Education Grants ($250-$4,000, formerly Innovation Grants)
Grants for projects that introduce innovative teaching practices, pilot new ideas, strengthen existing curriculum, increase student engagement, expand learning opportunities, or enhance the educational experience in other meaningful ways.
- The updated grant gives weight to both innovative ideas and student impact.
- There are new application questions
- You’ll need to partner with a Dallin staff member and have the AEF Rep review your application, due November 1st and April 2nd.
For guidance on grant applications or to talk about possible ideas, please email Dallin’s AEF representative (angela.l.elias@gmail.com). Visit the AEF website to access online grant applications and to learn more about what the AEF does for our community.
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