September 14, 2018
PWS Families,
Open House is this coming Thursday, September 20th and we wanted to update you on some changes. This year K-2 Open House will run from 5:30-6:15 and 3-4 from 6:45-7:30. The half hour in between (6:15-6:45) will be a time that Mr. Mitchell and I will meet with parents in the multi purpose room. During this time we will discuss Morning Meeting (Responsive Classroom), student independence, communication, homework and school rules. School aged students will stay in their classrooms with the teacher. We ask that any non school age children please stay with their parents.
It is our hope that this time together will provide you some greater insight into our school and maintain the open lines of communication we all value so much.
Many of our classrooms are still looking for volunteers to help with various activities such as Room Parent, Math Superstars, It's a GAS, and Box Tops collection. If you are interested and have not filled out the online Volunteer Form, you may find it HERE. We request that you also fill out the form in order to be notified of other volunteer opportunities at PWS throughout the year. Thank you for your help!
Have a Great Weekend,
Cheryl Daley (Principal)
Dan Mitchell (Assistant Principal)
Upcoming Dates to Remember
| Thurs. Sept. 20 | Open House- K-2 5:30-6:15, 6:15-6:45 administrative meeting with parents, 3 & 4 6:45-7:30 |
| Fri. Sept. 28 | Room Parent Lunch |
| Tues. Oct. 2 | Picture Day-Information will be coming home soon! |
| Mon. Oct. 8 | No School - Columbus Day |
| Sun. Oct. 14 | Schoolyard Clean up Day |
News from PWS
“I Signed the Constitution” Day
Monday, Sept.17th
Join us as we celebrate our awareness and appreciation of our national constitution at PWS.
Boys - wear vests or for a more accurate look, breeches (ending at the knee) with a collared shirt and and knee socks.
Girls - wear aprons or collarless shirts and pull-on long skirts.
Or wear red, white, and blue
National Respect Day
This month our social-emotional learning themes are Respect and Zones of Regulation. Tuesday, September 18th is National Respect Day. We are encouraging students to wear gold or yellow to represent the Golden Rule for Respect - "Treat others the way you want to be treated". Students will be challenged to be extra respectful of others on this day by doing random acts of kindness.
Fourth Grade Chorus Information
Dear 4th grade students and parents/guardians,
It will soon be time to start our 4th grade chorus here at Peter Woodbury School! This is a great opportunity for students to learn how to use their singing voices as part of a musical group and sing a variety of songs and styles. We will have several performances throughout the school year both during the school day and in the evening. Our first concert is scheduled for January 9, 2019 at 7:00 pm.
Chorus will be held on every Tuesday from 2:20 pm until 3:00 pm. Students will be called down from their classrooms at the end of the day and bring all of their belongings to the music room. Dismissal to parents/guardians will be at 3:00 pm. Please wait for your child in the lobby. If your child will be picked up at a later time you will need to make other arrangements.
Information about the after school program is available by calling New Morning School at 669-3591. I am not able to stay after chorus due to my own childcare limitations.
In order for any chorus to perform well, all members must attend as many rehearsals as possible. After 3 unexcused absences per term (Fall/Spring) your child may be asked to no longer participate in chorus. It is also important that all children come ready to learn and have fun with appropriate behavior at every rehearsal.
If you are interested in participating in chorus please complete the attached chorus contract by Wednesday, September 19th. Chorus will begin on Tuesday, September 25th.
I am very excited to work with your child to help them develop their musical talents. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. More information and chorus updates can be found on my blog. You can find it on the Peter Woodbury webpage, then click the tab Academics > PWS Staff > Specialists.
Musically,
Katie Curran
currank@sau25.net
622-0431 ext. 24258
Garden Club
In addition to our occasional and spontaneous garden lessons during morning and lunch time recess, we are pleased to offer Garden Club to 2nd-4th grade students after school on Fridays for four weeks beginning Sept 21st. Registration is first come, first served and limited to 25. Click HERE to register your child.
This is our tenth year anniversary of the PWS Community School Yard! We will be working hard to prepare for new garden beds and plantings around the school property.
School Yard Spruce Up
Our Daly Garden and school yard are in need of an update. The beds will be reconfigured in the spring in honor of our anniversary, the cottage needs to be painted, loam needs to be moved, shrubs planted, and other projects. If you have a tractor or BobCat that could assist in the heavy lifting and movement of loam it would be appreciated. Please plan to join us Sunday, October 14 for a day of community!
The school yard was created through private funding and grants, and the wonderful collaboration of teachers, parents, and community members. It is the only School Yard of its kind in New England. We look forward to your help in sustaining it. Watch for more information regarding times.
Please contact Mrs. Beltramo ( beltramom@sau25.net) if can help with equipment or if you have any questions.
BHS Book Drive
Sydney and Megan Leyden, BHS students, will be running a book drive to benefit the Manchester, NH Reach Out and Read Program from September 17th-28th. Gently used children's books would be greatly appreciated. The donation box will be set up near the front office.
From the Superintendent
No News at this Time
From the PTG
Scholastic Book Fair: PWS will be hosting a Scholastic Book Fair from Sept 19th-21st, which will coincide with this year's Open House. Fair hours will run from 2:00-6:30 each day. Volunteers are still needed to help run some of the shifts. If you know of any BHS students looking to fulfill Real World Learning hours, please encourage them to consider working a shift during Open House. The signup may be found here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080d4daaa62aa57-fall
PWS Parent Information Facebook page: PWS's volunteer organizers have launched a facebook page to inform parents of events going on at the school as well as around the district. The page will also be used for announcements, requests for volunteers, etc. Please search for "PWS Parent Information" and give it a like - thanks!
SUPPORT OUR SCHOOLS:
Through Donations and Fundraisers the PTG helps fund…
For our Students…Author Visits, Motivational Speakers, Science Programs, Musical Performers and much more
For our Community…Principal Winter Reading Night, Seniors Day, New Family Welcome and many other community focused events.
For our Staff…Staff Appreciation, Library Donations, Nurse Donations and more.
Click HERE for more program information.
We couldn’t do it without your continued support. Please consider a donation to the PTG either via PayPal on our website www.bedfordptg.org or a send a check payable to Bedford PTG in the support envelopes that have been sent home (K-8). Thank You!
ONLINE VOLUNTEER FORM: Bedford PTG is excited to introduce a new, faster, paperless way to share your information for volunteering for Bedford Schools. Instead of sending home a paper volunteer form to fill out and return, we will now offer a Volunteer Google Form for each school. To access the form click HERE, or check school websites, or the PTG website www.bedfordptg.org under helpful links/forms.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Looking for some great opportunities to volunteer this year? The PTG has several district level and committee positions available…
Ski and Skate Committee members - Due to the success of our annual Ski and Skate Sale, we are looking for new members to be part of the planning committee. Our next committee meeting is Tuesday 9/18, 3:30pm at McKelvie library. You don’t need to be a skier to help with this event.
Color Blast Co-Coordinator and Committee Members: Get in on the Colorful Fun and be part of planning this amazing community event!! Color Blast is looking for 2 volunteers to share the role of event coordinator (responsible for the overall organization of the committee and event) along with anyone that might be interested in being involved with the planning and execution of this event.
District Gift Wrap Coordinator-Work with PTG VP Fundraising and our current Gift Wrap supplier (Meadow Farms) to set up and organize the fundraiser. Coordinate with school level coordinators the distribution, collection and processing of order forms.
If you are interested in any of these roles or would like more information please emailbedfordnhptg@gmail.com
MEET THE PRINCIPALS EVENT SEPTEMBER 27TH: You are invited to join the PTG and the Principals from all six schools at our annual "Coffee with the Principals" event on Thursday, September 27th from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. at BCTV (10 Meetinghouse Road). This is a great opportunity to hear what each school has in store for the year. There will be a Q & A following the presentation. Light refreshments will be served and your young children are welcome to attend.
MEADOW FARMS GIFTS, WRAP AND MORE: Looking for quality gift wrap, everyday gifts, tote bags, and gourmet mixes? Our popular Gifts, Wrap & More fundraiser is just around the corner. Brochures will be coming home with elementary students at the end of the month with ordering details. Families, students, and staff at McKelvie, RAL and BHS will be able to order online. 40% of sales goes back to our schools. Sale runs from Friday 9/28-Friday 10/12. More details coming soon.
From the Community
BEF Fall Fundraiser
Buy your tickets now!
Bedford Education Foundation (BEF) Annual Fall Fundraiser
Saturday, October 20, 2018, 7 PM @ Noah's Event Center in Bedford, featuring the RAL Jazz Band and Mr. Michael Fournier as our Master of Ceremonies!
Tickets are limited and sold on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Find more information about the Bedford Education Foundation on our website, or follow us on Facebook. If you have questions or would like to get involved, please email info@befnh.org.
Repeated News & Messages
Hannaford Helps Program
Once again you have the opportunity to help our school by simply buying your groceries. The Hannaford Helps program will donate a portion of sales back to our school. All you have to do is shop at either of the Bedford Hannaford locations, and insert your Hannaford Helps Slip into the tower. A flyer is available at school with more information on how you can participate along with a list of eligible products or you can visit http://www.hannaford.com/helpsschools
Getting to and From School
AM Drop-Off
When transporting your child to Peter Woodbury School between 7:30 AM and 7:50 AM, you are asked to drop-off in the back parking lot of the school. A duty teacher is available to supervise children at the drop off area beginning at 7:30 AM. The academic day begins at 8:00 AM. Parents, if you arrive after 7:50 AM you must, park in the front lot, accompany your child to the office, and sign a clipboard noting his/her tardiness.
Parking
Visitor/ Parent parking is available in the front parking lot. The spaces facing the building and Back River Rd. are designated for parent parking. There are an additional four spaces by the side of the building that are designated for short term visitor parking. We ask that these spots be used for mid day pick-up, drop-off, or any business generally lasting under fifteen minutes. It is important that all signs pertaining to traffic flow be observed and followed in order to maintain a safe space for both car and pedestrian traffic.
Riding the Bus
Information concerning bus transportation and procedures is available in the District’s Transportation Handbook on the District’s Website at www.sau25.net>Departments> Transportation. The handbook includes information on bus routes and stops, no school procedures, rules for safe transportation, and student conduct/discipline procedures. It is vital that parents, students, bus drivers, and District staff work together to maintain the safety of our buses. Please review the bus rules with your child. Safety is our first priority. For any further questions or concerns, please contact the transportation coordinator at 472-3755 X 1234.
Parent Pick Up
If you are picking up your child at the end of the school day, we ask that you enter through the gym doors. There are yellow signs that state "Parent Pick Up". Once inside we ask that you fill out a pick up slip, for parents who will be picking up regularly, you can have a permanent pass created (see above). For parents picking up from the New Morning after school program, we ask that you enter through the gym doors, if the children are not there, please proceed outside where they most likely are. New Morning Schools runs this program, so the school office will not be able to dismiss your child at this point.
Save the Date for a Growth Mindset workshop for parents
On Wednesday, September 26th from 6:30-8:30pm at the Memorial School library please join us for an informational workshop.
Helping Your Child Cope with Stress: The Power of Growth Mindset
Find out how to help your child develop the perseverance and resilience necessary to achieve in school and thrive in life.
Presenters: Hannah C. Mariotti, MA, LMHC, Sarah Wagner, M.Ed, School Psychologist Educational Consultant, Beacon Coaching and Consulting, LLC
Sand Toys Needed
This summer our parking lot got redone, our school yard is looking beautiful, and our sandbox is filled with new sand. The only thing that is missing is some sand toys. While there are some, we are always looking for more. So if you have some sand toys at home that aren't getting the love they used to, please consider sending them to us. They are sure to get the love and attention that they deserve.
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