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“Warm Up for Winter” Event for APS Community 11/25

11/14/2025 5:54 am

The APS Welcome & Resource Center is hosting a Warm Up for Winter event on Tuesday, November 25th, from 1PM–6 PM.

 

Thanks to the incredible support and collaboration of all of our PTOs, who are holding clothing drives from November 12–18, APS staff and families in need will be able to stop by the Welcome Center's Ponder Threads Closet to pick up free winter coats, boots, sweaters, toiletries, and more for the entire family. Light snacks will also be served and everyone is welcome.

 

If you are unable to attend the event, you can also complete an APS Family Support Request Form to be connected to support.

 

Please view the live Canva link with the flyer and translated versions. 

 

If you'd like to volunteer at any point before or during the event please email us at welcomecenter@arlington.k12.ma.us.

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Celebrate Dallin Staff with AEF STARs by 11/30!

11/14/2025 5:52 am

The Arlington Education Foundation (AEF) is launching its holiday STARs fundraising campaign! Join us in celebrating our amazing educators!

 

Honor a STAR! Support Education!

 

Celebrate and honor our amazing educators! During November, donate to AEF and nominate your favorite APS teacher or staff member for an AEF STAR.

 

Honor anyone who shines bright - teachers, custodians, librarians, art teachers, PE teachers, music teachers, lunch staff, administrative assistants or nurses! 

 

Show your appreciation to a special APS staff member this year for their service to our community with an AEF STAR.  www.AEFMA.org/stars

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Support Arlington Families!

11/7/2025 6:02 am

The Dallin PTO is partnering with the newly-elected Dallin Student Council to support Arlington families. Be on the lookout for an update from Mr. Dingman about the Dallin Weeks of Giving!
 
New Sock Donations
Arlington PTOs are all working together to re-supply highly-needed items for the Welcome & Resource Center. At Dallin we will be collecting:
  • New socks of all sizes! (Please leave socks in the packaging.)
  • Grocery store gift cards (Any amount, any local grocery store)
There will be a box in the main entrance of the school where students and families can drop off new socks (in packaging), and gift cards can be left at the front desk in the office. 
 
Arlington Eats Food Drive
 
We're working with Arlington Eats to provide some of their most needed items. If you'd like to contribute, a box will be available in the front lobby for students and families. The most needed items are:
  • coffee
  • tea
  • canola/vegetable oil
  • soy sauce
  • granola bars
If you'd prefer, you can also order directly from their Amazon Wishlist or provide a monetary donation through their website.
 
We will be running these collections from November 12- December 12.
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PTO Meeting: November 13 @ 7pm

11/7/2025 6:00 am

Please join us for our next PTO meeting on Thursday, November 13 @ 7pm on zoom.

 
The meeting will focus on updates about work that is going on in the school as well as an open forum for ideas, questions, and brainstorming. 
 
You can join us using this link. Hope to see you there!
 
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Upcoming events from Nov 7

11/7/2025 5:58 am

Friday November 7

APS Annual Pumpkin Rescue

Pick up at Pick Up, 2:30 pm

 

Monday November 10

NO SCHOOL -- Professional Development Day

 

Tuesday November 11

NO SCHOOL -- Veterans Day

 

Wednesday, November 12

Cultural Night planning meeting, 8:15am

 

November 12 - December 12

Food and supplies drive

 

Thursday November 13

PTO meeting, 7pm, Zoom

 

Friday November 14

Steam Discovery Day

 

Wednesday November 26

Early release, 11:30am

 

Thursday November 27-Friday November 28

NO SCHOOL -- Thanksgiving break

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From the Nurse: Lice information for families

11/7/2025 5:56 am

We’ve recently had reports of head lice in our school community. We know this can be stressful, but it’s important to remember that lice are common, manageable, and have nothing to do with cleanliness or hygiene. With early detection and consistent care, they can be effectively treated at home.

 

Please click through for the full newsletter from Dallin's nurse, including What to Know, What to Do if You Find Lice or Nits (Eggs), Helpful Video Resources, Supplies That Help, Treatment Tips, and For More Information:

 

https://docs.google.com/document/d/13_kxvkbXrcQL-u06HYvfTJyAXiTN_LQRr_z7pjmPMNw/edit?tab=t.0

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Annual Fund: Join the Early Donors!

11/7/2025 5:52 am

Thank you so much to all the families who have already donated to the PTO's Annual Fund! This is the PTO's major source of funding, and we're hoping to have high levels of participation this year.
 
Your family can donate through the website, through our Venmo, or by dropping off a check in the front office that says "Annual Fund." Donations of any amount are welcome!
 
The PTO supports many essentials that enrich the student experience. At Dallin, the PTO covers the cost of student field trips for all families, adds cultural and STEAM enrichment through assemblies and workshops, and supports teachers with both classroom supplies and numerous appreciation events throughout the year. We invite you to review our budget for full details!
 

The Dallin PTO is a 501(c)(3) organization, so your donation is tax-deductible. If your employer has a matching program, your dollars can be multiplied! The Dallin PTO Tax ID number for employer paperwork is 13-4238630.

Thanks for helping to support our students and teachers!

 
 
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Pick Up at Pick Up and other Green Team Events!

11/7/2025 5:50 am

Help Dallin become more sustainable and teach kids about how they can be helpers in the community by joining the Dallin Green Team! Use this form to sign up for individual events or simply stay in the loop on Green Team happenings! Join us this Friday at dismissal for our first monthly Pick Up at Pick Up event where kids and grown ups will work together to clean up the playground and blacktop areas.  
 
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Girl Scout Troop Arlington EATS drive

11/7/2025 5:48 am

Dallin Girl Scout Troop 84281 (2nd Grade) is collecting dry and canned goods for Arlington EATS!  We will be collecting for a week, from Thursday, 11/13 to 11/20.
The collection box will be available in the school entryway.  Below is a list of most needed items from Arlington EATS.
 
  • Pasta sauce
  • Baked beans
  • Soy sauce
  • Stock/bullion
  • Crackers
  • Barley
  • Farro
  • Instant mashed potatoes

In addition, items from the following list are always helpful:

  • Shelf stable soup
  • Soy Sauce
  • Personal care items such as shampoo, soap, toothpaste, toothbrush
  • Children's diapers (larger sizes are more in demand)
  • Clean, grocery-sized, paper or reusable bags with handles
If time allows, we encourage you to shop with your child and have them deliver the goods at school.  Monetary donations are also extremely valuable to Arlington EATS at this time, if that works better for your family. (can be done online https://www.arlingtoneats.org) Please contact Elizabeth Foughty with questions (efoughty@gmail.com).
 
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News from Arlington SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Committee)

11/7/2025 5:46 am

Please click through for more news from the Arlington SEPAC on the following topics:

  • Monthly SEPAC meeting, November 11th
  • TIMELY REMINDER: Friday Deadline (11/7) for Important DESE Survey of Parents and Caregivers
  • [WEBINAR] Cartwheel Caregiver Forum on Supporting Student’s Social & Emotional Growth
  • All-access Pass to FCSN Available to Arlington Families
  • Programs and services in and around the community
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Fifth Annual Winter-themed Window Painting in Arlington Heights!

11/7/2025 5:44 am

Saturday, December 6, 9:00am -1:00pm

 

Winter images of snowmen, polar bears, people at winter play and more will brighten storefront windows in Arlington Heights on Saturday, December 6th from 9:00am to 1:00pm. Rain date, Sunday, December 7th, 9:00am-1:00pm. Paint a window by yourself or grab your friend or parent and paint a window together in 55+ designated storefront windows in 25 Heights businesses. Paintings will remain on display through mid-January and will be a feature highlight in the fifth annual Heights Holiday Stroll on Saturday, December 13, 2-5pm (rain or shine).

 

Registration Deadline: Saturday, November 22

 

Visit https://business.arlcc.org/events/details/arlington-heights-winter-window-painting-2025-4811 for full registration information and details.

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Candy buyback at Arlington Orthodontics

11/7/2025 5:42 am

Arlington Orthodontics is collecting leftover Halloween candy to be shipped to overseas troops.  They will pay $2/lb for up to 5 pounds and make a matching donation to the PTO.  They are collecting at 800 Mass Ave on Friday Nov 7 from 9-5 and Saturday Nov 8 from 8-1.

 

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🍫 Step Into a World of Pure Imagination!

11/7/2025 5:40 am

Students from your school will be shining on stage in ABC Players’ production of Willy Wonka Jr.! Come cheer them on as they bring Roald Dahl’s classic story to life — filled with music, mischief, and maybe even a Golden Ticket or two! ✨

 

Only magical things happen inside the factory — don’t miss your chance to be part of the fun!

Showtimes:

🎭 Friday, November 14th – 7:00 PM
🎭 Saturday, November 15th – 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM & 6:00 PM

📍Performances held at:
Palandjian Arts Center, Belmont Day School
5 Day School Lane, Belmont

 

🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://abcplayers.ludus.com/index.php?show_id=200497866

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Please Donate to the Dallin Annual Fund

10/31/2025 6:00 am

Please consider making a donation to the Dallin Annual Fund. This is the Dallin PTO's main source of fundraising.

 

We need to raise an average of $100 per student to cover 70% of our budget for this year. Donations of any amount are welcome!

 

What does your donation cover? A few examples include:

  • Student field trips (apple picking, Museum of Science, zoo, aquarium, and more!)

  • Cultural and STEAM enrichment (author visits, Mariachi performance, Tanglewood Marionettes, Discovery Museum, jazz performers)

  • Teacher stipends for additional classroom materials

  • Teacher appreciation multiple times (that’s right, you don’t need to buy individual holiday or EOY gifts for teachers!)

  • Community events (beginning and EOY picnics, Holi Celebration)

  • Family directory (hosting and maintenance costs)

We welcome you to review the budget on our website for full details. 

You can donate on our website. Together, every dollar adds up! No gift is too small to make an impact on our school community. If you have any questions, reach out to dallinptoboard@gmail.com.

The Dallin PTO is a 501(c)(3) organization, so your donation is tax-deductible. If your employer has a matching program, your dollars can be multiplied! The Dallin PTO Tax ID number for employer paperwork is 13-4238630.

 

With Gratitude,

The Dallin PTO

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Family Support Available in Arlington

10/31/2025 5:59 am

Dallin families, and any family in APS, in need of support can reach out to the APS Welcome & Resource Center using the Family Support Request form. 
 
The Welcome & Resource Center can assist families in numerous ways, including by helping to connect them with resources for food, clothing, school supplies, and housing support. As a reminder, Spy Ponder Threads is a great place to access personal care essentials and many other needed student items throughout the year. 
 
Stock the Welcome Center's Closet
 
We will be providing more information on ways that the Dallin community can support our neighbors in the upcoming weeks, but one way to get started is by purchasing essential items from the Welcome Center's Amazon Wishlist. These items go directly to Arlington students and families through the Welcome Center.
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