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PWS PrinciPal’s News
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PWS Families,
The week before a vacation is usually an interesting and eventful one and this week was
certainly both. The energy that filled the school was exciting and infectious. It was certainly
nice to be able to provide some great opportunities for the children to release this energy.
Yesterday, Mrs. Ferenc concluded this year’s Jump Rope for Heart Drive. We raised over
$16,000 for the American Heart Association. Thank you for your continued and outstanding
support of this program. Also, thank you to Mrs. Ferenc, the fourth grade jumpers,
Mrs. Stallone’s class, and the faculty jump rope team for making the event fun and
memorable.
certainly both. The energy that filled the school was exciting and infectious. It was certainly
nice to be able to provide some great opportunities for the children to release this energy.
Yesterday, Mrs. Ferenc concluded this year’s Jump Rope for Heart Drive. We raised over
$16,000 for the American Heart Association. Thank you for your continued and outstanding
support of this program. Also, thank you to Mrs. Ferenc, the fourth grade jumpers,
Mrs. Stallone’s class, and the faculty jump rope team for making the event fun and
memorable.
Last Night was our Annual Peter Woodbury Art Show. The turnout for this show was the
best that any of us could remember. Watching the students share their work with their
families was incredible. Thank you to Mrs. Piantedosi and her crew of parent volunteers,
students, and high school volunteers for putting this amazing night together. Some of the
artwork will stay hanging in our hallways, so come by for a visit and enjoy.
When we return from vacation, it will quickly be the month of May, which will be a
collection month for our ongoing support of the Bedford Foodbank. They are asking PWS
families to donate cans of Pasta with Meat (think Chef Boyardee). Thank you in advance for
your generosity.
We are so proud of the work our News 180 Team has done this year. This group of students has
worked hard to create newscasts that are shared throughout the year. Here is the latest
edition of News180. Enjoy: APRIL BROADCAST
Finally, a letter went out yesterday to third and fourth grade families regarding the
upcoming NH SAS assessments (formerly Smarter Balanced). If you did not receive this
email, we have included a link to the letter here: NH SAS Letter.
best that any of us could remember. Watching the students share their work with their
families was incredible. Thank you to Mrs. Piantedosi and her crew of parent volunteers,
students, and high school volunteers for putting this amazing night together. Some of the
artwork will stay hanging in our hallways, so come by for a visit and enjoy.
When we return from vacation, it will quickly be the month of May, which will be a
collection month for our ongoing support of the Bedford Foodbank. They are asking PWS
families to donate cans of Pasta with Meat (think Chef Boyardee). Thank you in advance for
your generosity.
We are so proud of the work our News 180 Team has done this year. This group of students has
worked hard to create newscasts that are shared throughout the year. Here is the latest
edition of News180. Enjoy: APRIL BROADCAST
Finally, a letter went out yesterday to third and fourth grade families regarding the
upcoming NH SAS assessments (formerly Smarter Balanced). If you did not receive this
email, we have included a link to the letter here: NH SAS Letter.
Have a great, restful, and relaxing vacation,
Cheryl Daley (Principal)
Dan Mitchell (Assistant Principal)
Upcoming Dates to Remember
Monday, April 23rd-
Friday, April 27th
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No School - Spring Vacation Week
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Tuesday, May 1st
6:00 - 7:00 PM
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Parent Safety Forum (rescheduled)
With Superintendent Chip McGee
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Friday, May 4th
8:00 AM
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PWS Grandparents’ Day
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Friday, May 4th
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Mother Son Event
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News from PWS
From Mrs. Piantedosi
From the bottom of my heart, thank you everyone who helped to make the art show a
success. Thank you for helping before, during or after the show. Thank you for coming and
celebrating with us. I appreciate your dedication, creativity, and support of our arts program.
Have a wonderful vacation!
PWS Mother Son Event
The Mother/Son Fun Night is scheduled for Friday, May 4th from 6-8 PM. Come for Games,
Ice Cream, Photos & a Fun Time!
Be sure to send in your registration form by May 1st. Advance purchase is $15/family or
$20/family at the door.
We are also still looking for volunteers to help before, during & after the event in addition
to food donations. Here is the signup:
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f4baeae2aa6f85-motherson
4th to 5th Grade Band Information Night
The McKelvie Music Department will be touring the elementary schools on Tuesday, May 22nd.
There will be a Band Information Night on Wednesday, May 23rd at 6:00pm in the McKelvie
Cafeteria. On this night parents will receive information about sign-ups and instrument
rentals. There will also be instruments for students to view and hold. Please email Christa
Wickham at wickhamc@sau25.net with any questions.
Grandparents/Senior Day
This event will be held at PWS on Friday, May 4, 2018. Arrival and check in will begin at
8:30 AM. The morning includes breakfast, classroom visits & a performance by the PWS
Chorus. RSVP by May 1st using this form: https://goo.gl/forms/U0Mm5Ngjzrf07HX32.
For questions, please contact Jenny Caouette (jenny@sellsnhre.com) or Sam Farrow
(samanthajfarrow@gmail.com)
From Mrs. Piantedosi
From the bottom of my heart, thank you everyone who helped to make the art show a
success. Thank you for helping before, during or after the show. Thank you for coming and
celebrating with us. I appreciate your dedication, creativity, and support of our arts program.
Have a wonderful vacation!
PWS Mother Son Event
The Mother/Son Fun Night is scheduled for Friday, May 4th from 6-8 PM. Come for Games,
Ice Cream, Photos & a Fun Time!
Be sure to send in your registration form by May 1st. Advance purchase is $15/family or
$20/family at the door.
We are also still looking for volunteers to help before, during & after the event in addition
to food donations. Here is the signup:
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f4baeae2aa6f85-motherson
4th to 5th Grade Band Information Night
The McKelvie Music Department will be touring the elementary schools on Tuesday, May 22nd.
There will be a Band Information Night on Wednesday, May 23rd at 6:00pm in the McKelvie
Cafeteria. On this night parents will receive information about sign-ups and instrument
rentals. There will also be instruments for students to view and hold. Please email Christa
Wickham at wickhamc@sau25.net with any questions.
Grandparents/Senior Day
This event will be held at PWS on Friday, May 4, 2018. Arrival and check in will begin at
8:30 AM. The morning includes breakfast, classroom visits & a performance by the PWS
Chorus. RSVP by May 1st using this form: https://goo.gl/forms/U0Mm5Ngjzrf07HX32.
For questions, please contact Jenny Caouette (jenny@sellsnhre.com) or Sam Farrow
(samanthajfarrow@gmail.com)
Author Aaron Becker Visit
PWS is pleased to welcome author/illustrator Aaron Becker on Monday, May 16 courtesy of
Gibson's Bookstore in Concord. Mr. Becker will be sharing his new wordless book,
A Stone for Sasha with the 3rd and 4th grade students. We have long loved his other wordless
books: Journey, Quest, and Return and are excited to hear about the process of writing a
wordless book.
Gibson's Bookstore in Concord. Mr. Becker will be sharing his new wordless book,
A Stone for Sasha with the 3rd and 4th grade students. We have long loved his other wordless
books: Journey, Quest, and Return and are excited to hear about the process of writing a
wordless book.
"A wordless book?" you might ask. "Isn't that for much younger children? What is the point of
a wordless book?"
a wordless book?"
Mr. Becker's sophistication and imagination are inspirational and a great reminder for any age,
that thought can be represented in more than just words. It is the reader's task to "read" the
pages for detail and context, observing main characters, plot, setting, and dialog. Having read
these books many times, there is always something new to be found in the story of every page.
Readers of all ages will find the meaning of these stories within the context of their own lives.
that thought can be represented in more than just words. It is the reader's task to "read" the
pages for detail and context, observing main characters, plot, setting, and dialog. Having read
these books many times, there is always something new to be found in the story of every page.
Readers of all ages will find the meaning of these stories within the context of their own lives.
Mr. Becker will be autographing books during his visit. If you would like to order any of his
books, please complete the ORDER FORM and return it to Mrs. Beltramo in the library NO
later than THURSDAY, May 3, 2018. Anyone may order an autographed book, you need not
be in the third or fourth grades.
books, please complete the ORDER FORM and return it to Mrs. Beltramo in the library NO
later than THURSDAY, May 3, 2018. Anyone may order an autographed book, you need not
be in the third or fourth grades.
For more information about author/illustrator, Aaron Becker, please see his website.
Parent Coffee with the Facilitators
Join Special Educator Facilitators, Matt Munsey, Dan Mitchell, Pam Ilg, and Beth Purcell for a
Parent Information Coffee on Wednesday, May 9th from 8:30- 9:30am at the SAU Office
(103 County Rd). The topic of the discussion will be transitioning from the elementary schools
to McKelvie. Please come with your questions and for good conversation and company.
Parent Information Coffee on Wednesday, May 9th from 8:30- 9:30am at the SAU Office
(103 County Rd). The topic of the discussion will be transitioning from the elementary schools
to McKelvie. Please come with your questions and for good conversation and company.
Destination Imagination - Shoes, Bags & Belt Drive Starts Monday
Bedford DI is having a special drive through Ecosmith Recyclers. From now until May 25th,
you can donate all your old shoes, bags and belts (any condition) in the marked boxes in our
school lobby. The items must be placed in a special blue bag. This is a great way to get your
spring cleaning under way, while helping raise funds for the teams heading to Global Finals in
Knoxville, TN. Just a reminder: clothing, fabrics, stuffed animals etc. can always be donated in
the bin in the parking lot. We appreciate your support. For more info, contact
bedfordrocksdi@gmail.com
you can donate all your old shoes, bags and belts (any condition) in the marked boxes in our
school lobby. The items must be placed in a special blue bag. This is a great way to get your
spring cleaning under way, while helping raise funds for the teams heading to Global Finals in
Knoxville, TN. Just a reminder: clothing, fabrics, stuffed animals etc. can always be donated in
the bin in the parking lot. We appreciate your support. For more info, contact
bedfordrocksdi@gmail.com
From the Superintendent
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From the PTG
BEDFORD PTG COLOR BLAST FUN RUN/WALK EVENT
SUNDAY, JUNE 3RD, 9:30AM AT BEDFORD HIGH SCHOOL
REGISTER NOW for your chance to win a $100 Copper Door Gift Certificate.
Check out our website for our new shorter 2 mile course and all things Color Blast!
NOTE: Adult Registrant price will increase to $30 and swag bags will NOT be available
after May 4th. All registrants from the open of registration to May 4th will be entered to
win the gift certificate!
SCHOOL SUPPLY KIT PROGRAM UPDATE
Due to unforeseen circumstances with our supplier, PTG will be unable to offer
pre-purchased school supply kits to families for 2018/19 school year. Teachers will still
provide supply lists that families can utilize to shop on their own for supplies before the
start of the school year.
Please note that we will be working on finding an alternative and we hope to re-introduce
this program next spring for 2019/20 school year supplies. Thank you for your
understanding as we continue to work to find the best supplier to meet Bedford School
District’s needs.
FISHER CATS DISCOUNTED TICKETS
Join the PTG for a fun family afternoon with the Fisher Cats on May 20th. Arrive early
for the High Five Tunnel and stay late to run the bases.
Click HERE for more information and to order DISCOUNTED tickets. Return order
form with check payable to NH Fisher Cats to school by May 11th. Tickets will be
available at the Will Call window on 5/20.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR STAND BY ME
Lurgio Middle School is hosting the 29th year of Stand By Me on Friday, May 18th @
SNHU. This event, for all seventh grade students and their parents/guardians, is in
need of volunteers to help the day run smoothly. Since 7th grade families are
participating in the event we are looking for volunteers from other grades to help.
Various shifts and volunteer opportunities available, please click HERE for more
information and to sign up to volunteer.
DISTRICT YEAR IN REVIEW COMMUNITY MEETINGS
Join the Bedford PTG for two upcoming community meetings, first with Principals from
all six of our schools on Tuesday, 5/15 and then with Superintendent McGee on
Wednesday, 5/30. Both meetings will be held at BCTV starting at 9:30AM.
HAVE A GREAT APRIL BREAK FROM THE PTG!
BEDFORD PTG COLOR BLAST FUN RUN/WALK EVENT
SUNDAY, JUNE 3RD, 9:30AM AT BEDFORD HIGH SCHOOL
REGISTER NOW for your chance to win a $100 Copper Door Gift Certificate.
Check out our website for our new shorter 2 mile course and all things Color Blast!
NOTE: Adult Registrant price will increase to $30 and swag bags will NOT be available
after May 4th. All registrants from the open of registration to May 4th will be entered to
win the gift certificate!
SCHOOL SUPPLY KIT PROGRAM UPDATE
Due to unforeseen circumstances with our supplier, PTG will be unable to offer
pre-purchased school supply kits to families for 2018/19 school year. Teachers will still
provide supply lists that families can utilize to shop on their own for supplies before the
start of the school year.
Please note that we will be working on finding an alternative and we hope to re-introduce
this program next spring for 2019/20 school year supplies. Thank you for your
understanding as we continue to work to find the best supplier to meet Bedford School
District’s needs.
FISHER CATS DISCOUNTED TICKETS
Join the PTG for a fun family afternoon with the Fisher Cats on May 20th. Arrive early
for the High Five Tunnel and stay late to run the bases.
Click HERE for more information and to order DISCOUNTED tickets. Return order
form with check payable to NH Fisher Cats to school by May 11th. Tickets will be
available at the Will Call window on 5/20.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR STAND BY ME
Lurgio Middle School is hosting the 29th year of Stand By Me on Friday, May 18th @
SNHU. This event, for all seventh grade students and their parents/guardians, is in
need of volunteers to help the day run smoothly. Since 7th grade families are
participating in the event we are looking for volunteers from other grades to help.
Various shifts and volunteer opportunities available, please click HERE for more
information and to sign up to volunteer.
DISTRICT YEAR IN REVIEW COMMUNITY MEETINGS
Join the Bedford PTG for two upcoming community meetings, first with Principals from
all six of our schools on Tuesday, 5/15 and then with Superintendent McGee on
Wednesday, 5/30. Both meetings will be held at BCTV starting at 9:30AM.
HAVE A GREAT APRIL BREAK FROM THE PTG!
From the Community
Book Donation Drive
Hello! We are Sydney Leyden and Aubrey Patrick, members of the For'Word Momentum
Club at Bedford High School. The club focuses on collecting books for underprivileged
children in the Manchester School District. We have done a book drive every year and would
like to continue the tradition, but we need your help! We would love it if we could partake in a
book drive at Peter Woodbury Elementary School during the months of April and May to
collect books for the drive. Reading is a fundamental skill to improve a child's language,
expand their vocabulary, and improve attention span and comprehension. We are hoping that
students and staff can donate some gently used children's books for the kindergarten students
of Beech Street Elementary School in Manchester so they can be privileged with their own
books.
Club at Bedford High School. The club focuses on collecting books for underprivileged
children in the Manchester School District. We have done a book drive every year and would
like to continue the tradition, but we need your help! We would love it if we could partake in a
book drive at Peter Woodbury Elementary School during the months of April and May to
collect books for the drive. Reading is a fundamental skill to improve a child's language,
expand their vocabulary, and improve attention span and comprehension. We are hoping that
students and staff can donate some gently used children's books for the kindergarten students
of Beech Street Elementary School in Manchester so they can be privileged with their own
books.
Thank you,
Aubrey Patrick and Sydney Leyden
BHS For'Word Momentum Club
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