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The Bridge Guidelines

​Quick facts
  • The deadline for submitting to The Bridge is Sunday at 5pm to be included in the edition going out Tuesday.
  • Occasional announcements are sent at other times for time-sensitive, critical information, at the discretion of the PTO co-chairs.
  • Submit all requests through this form.
  • Sign up for The Bridge here.
  • Email piercebridge@gmail.com with questions.
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About The Bridge

The Bridge is a weekly newsletter that publicizes information about school events, academic news, and announcements throughout the Pierce community over email. Each edition includes some or all of the following sections:
  • PTO Corner - news about family involvement at Pierce
  • School Corner - news about teacher and staff events at Pierce
  • Problem of the Week - math problems for students and families to solve together
  • Community Corner - news and events from town and non-profit groups in the Brookline area and beyond
  • Classifieds - paid announcements and promotions for events and services sponsored by individuals and for-profit organizations

The Bridge submission guidelines

Submit announcements or news items of value to Pierce families using this link by 5pm on Monday to be included in the week’s Bridge. 

Items should contain a headline, any relevant dates and contact information, and a blurb of no more than 200 words. Images are not included. Non-profit organizations are invited to submit announcements for no charge. The Bridge editor may edit your submission for grammar and length.

Classified submissions

You can place a Classified announcement for two consecutive weeks for $25 (or $20 if you are a Pierce parent). Submit using this link, and drop off or mail a check payable to Pierce PTO to Attn: Mariah Nobrega, Pierce School, 50 School St. Brookline, MA.

If you have any questions about a submission, please email piercebridge@gmail.com.

Distribution

​You'll get the Bridge in your inbox automatically when you update your directory account. If you haven't done so, click here. If your account is up to date but you aren't receiving The Bridge, check your Junk or Spam folders. Email piercebridge@gmail.com if you need help to subscribe.


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