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