Friday, December 18, 2015

Friday, December 18, 2015

Dear PWS Families,
This week the students had a extreme amount of energy!   When we visit classrooms students are talking to us about many things.  One 2nd grade girl was telling us about how boys are bad and she just tries to ignore them.  During math class, a first grade student was telling us that all he could think about was coloring a picture.  Some fourth grade students at dismissal were talking excitedly about the fact they did not have much homework!   We have even had to sit with some students and showed them how to deep breathe to calm their bodies down.  Our thought is that next week will be even more energetic at PWS!  We know there will be many holiday celebrations taking place in the classrooms,  we are looking forward to seeing many of you!


PWS Happenings
Lost and Found
We had a parent reach out to us to inquire about where the lost in found would go, hoping that some items could be donated to her school.  Well that sparked a quick clothing drive (gently used) for a school in the greater Manchester Area.  We will be collecting clothing up until Wed. Dec. 23rd at 10:00 am.  You are all so amazing we were just in the lobby and the bin is already filled!


PWS-BHS Collaboration
Mrs. Armstrong’s first grade class had the opportunity to collaborate with Mr. Pepper’s World Religion class from Bedford High School.  They worked together to create a digital book based around a tale that teaches a lesson.  The Monkey and the Turtle is just one example of these books.


Community Info
The Food Pantry at Bedford Presbyterian Church is a newly established resource for those in our community who are facing hunger or food insecurity.  The Food Pantry is a 501(c)3 organization that is a well-coordinated effort between 5 area churches, local organizations including the Bedford Lion's Club, the Boy Scouts, and individuals and families in Bedford.  The Food Pantry is located at  Bedford Presbyterian Church, 4 Church Road, Bedford, and is available to all Bedford residents.  


The Food Pantry will open Saturday, December 19th  and will be open on the 1st and 3rd Saturday, and the following Monday, of each month. Hours are Saturdays, 9:00 - 11:00 am, Mondays, 5:30 - 7:00 pm.  If you or someone you know in Bedford is struggling with food insecurity please call Bedford Presbyterian Church at 472-5841.


Upcoming Dates
December 24th-January 1st-Winter Break

January 13th-4th Grade Winter Concert-7:00 pm


Have a great weekend,


Cheryl Daley Dan Mitchell


Principal Assistant Principal

Friday, December 11, 2015

December 11, 2015

Dear Families,
We hope you are all enjoying your holiday season.  We know that this is a busy time for all so please remember to stop and breathe.  The children are getting more and more excited for the upcoming vacation and holidays.  Thank you to all our students and families for another successful PWS Food Drive. We don’t have the exact totals but we were able to fill over four bins of food. We continue to be amazed by the generosity of all of you.

A New Addition to our School
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PWS Happenings
Lost and Found
Our lost and Found bin is quite full, in fact it is overflowing. Please make sure to check to see if any of the items are yours. At the end of the day next Friday we will be collecting all that is left and donating it to local charities. Please make sure to come in before the end of the day on Friday, December 18th to gather what is yours.

Community Info
Bedford Food Pantry
The Food Pantry at Bedford Presbyterian Church is a newly established resource for those in our community who are facing hunger or food insecurity.  The Food Pantry is a 501(c)3 organization that is a well-coordinated effort between 5 area churches, local organizations including the Bedford Lion's Club, the Boy Scouts, and individuals and families in Bedford.  The Food Pantry is located at  Bedford Presbyterian Church, 4 Church Road, Bedford, and is available to all Bedford residents.  

The Food Pantry will open Saturday, December 19th  and will be open on the 1st and 3rd Saturday, and the following Monday, of each month. Hours are Saturdays, 9:00 - 11:00 am, Mondays, 5:30 - 7:00 pm.  If you or someone you know in Bedford is struggling with food insecurity please call Bedford Presbyterian Church at 472-5841.

Upcoming Dates
December 24th-January 1st-Winter Break

January 13th-4th Grade Winter Concert-7:00 pm

Have a great weekend,

Cheryl Daley Dan Mitchell

Principal Assistant Principal

Friday, December 4, 2015

Friday, December 4, 2015

Dear Families,
We hope that you all had a wonderful and relaxing Thanksgiving last week.  In classrooms this week we have observed students writing letters, participating in the Hour of Code and doing silent cheers to celebrate all the hard work they have been doing!


On Monday morning, we had some excitement at the front of our school at PWS.  Tristan Kerr, a fourth grader,  won a ride to school in a fire truck!  Below is a picture of him, with his class (Mrs. Correia’s class) and firefighters.  


PWS Happenings
PWS Food Drive
Together we can make a difference!
Peter Woodbury is beginning our annual food drive this Friday, Dec. 4.  Last year we filled over 4 bins for the New Hampshire Food Bank.  We are hoping to make this year a record breaking year!  We have a theme for each day, but any items are greatly appreciated.
Friday, (12/4) - Any item “Together we can make difference!”
Monday (12/7) - Mac & Cheese
Tuesday (12/8) - Tuna
Wednesday (12/9) - Cereal
Thursday (12/10) - Peanut Butter
Friday (12/11) - Soup
Thank you for your continued support of this endeavor!


Rewards Program Update
PWS is now participating in the Labels For Education program in addition to the Box Tops for Education program. The 'Labels' program is very similar to the Box Tops program in that we need your help to 'clip and save' for our schools:
·         The 'Labels' are typically UPC symbols, although on some products, are actually the entire product cap.
·         Products with 'Labels' are: BIC, Campbell Soup & Chili, Pace (caps), Pepperidge Farm, SpahettiOs, Swanson broths, and V8 drinks (caps) - refer to https://www.labelsforeducation.com/Earn-Points/Participating-Products for more details.
Please include any 'Labels' UPCs or caps with your Box Tops as you send them into school. Our next collection will be Box Tops and Labels on Friday, December  18.


School Board Meeting at PWS
This year, the Bedford School Board will be holding some of their meetings in our schools. This Monday’s meeting December 7thst will be held at Peter Woodbury School.  If you’d like to attend, please feel free to come by.  The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM in our library.


Have a great weekend,


Cheryl Daley Dan Mitchell


Principal Assistant Principal