January 31, 2020

PWS PrinciPal’s News We are a community that inspires and develops, engaged, successful learners every chance, every day. Peter Woodbury School- A Place Where People Care!

January 31, 2020 Dear PWS Families,        What a great week.  We have spent time with students during snack time.  They love to share about their lives. They talked about their families and what they do over the weekends.  Some older students shared their favorite subjects and we shared childhood stories about our times in school . They asked us our ages and we were happy to share.  After that they shared their parents ages as well. Thank you so much for sharing your children with us. Each and every one of them is special.     We have been asked by our transportation and bus company to share this important reminder with all of you. If your child misses the bus, please do not bring your child to a later stop and attempt to get them on the bus at that point. This can create dangerous situations with extra cars and children attempting to get on the bus from a location that the driver is unaware of. Rather, please just bring them directly to the school and utilize the parent drop off area. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in creating a safe environment for all of your children.            Have a Great Weekend, Cheryl Daley, Principal Dan Mitchell, Assistant Principal  Upcoming Dates to Remember    February 6, 2020 Family Fun Night 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM  & 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM       February 17, 2020 3rd Grade Inventive Thinking - Parent Visitation 1:30 PM    February 18, 2020 4th Grade Invention Convention - Parent Visitation 9:30 AM    News from PWS Global Play Day On Wednesday, February 5th, our school will be participating in Global School Play Day 2020 (GSPD.) GSPD has been promoted by Psychology Today and is being celebrated at schools around the world. You can learn more about the benefits of unstructured play by visiting the official GSPD website: www.globalschoolplayday.com.  We are inviting all of our students to bring in things to play with on this very special day. Here are some examples of things your child may bring in (be sure your child’s name is clearly marked on all items): Non-Violent Toys (no weapons) Legos, blocks, cardboard boxes, etc. Dress-Up Puppets Stuffed Animals Board Games Puzzles Sports equipment *no electronic devices* Though our play day will be unstructured, it will still be supervised by teachers. It is our hope that this one day of play will inspire families to plan for more unstructured play time during non-school hours.  Third Grade Inventive Thinking and Fourth Grade Invention Convention The 3rd grade inventive thinking unit and 4th grade invention convention is scheduled for the 3rd week of February.  Please visit Mrs. Speaker's WEBSITE for great information, resources, and links to educational sites. PWS Family Fun Night 2020 Peter Woodbury School invites you to our annual Family Fun Night on Thursday, February 6th (with a snow day of Thursday, February 20th).  Our theme this year will be Taking Care of Mind, Body, and Each Other. Games and activities, for all ages, will be offered throughout the school for students and families to engage in and have fun. As always, each classroom will donate a unique theme basket to raffle off that night. Our popular teacher raffle will be there too! Advanced sale of these raffle tickets are discounted and sold as three blocks for $10.00.  The night of the event we will sell the tickets for $5.00 a block. The Book Walk will be held in the Multipurpose Room ($1 per ticket). The Book Walk is set up on the idea of musical chairs. Kids will walk around in a circle and try to be on a circle when the music stops. We are also selling 50/50 tickets.  Fifty percent of the money raised through this raffle will go directly back to the winner!  Pizza, salad, ice cream, and water will be served. We advise families to purchase food tickets in advance.  This will guarantee your food and water selections. Food will not be available to purchase the night of the event. If you would like to purchase food tickets, raffle tickets, book walk tickets, or 50/50 tickets please fill out the attached order form and return it to school no later than Wednesday, January 29th.  Important Note:  Pre-ordered tickets will NOT be sent home this year. ALL tickets will be picked up that night.  Any questions please contact Sue Armstrong  armstrongs@sau25.net or 622-0431 ext.24260 to leave a message Kindergarten and 1st Grade Registration (2020 – 2021) On Monday, February 3, 2020 registration packets will be available for parents to pick up at your appropriate school during school hours at the Peter Woodbury, Memorial and Riddle Brook Schools. *Please do not download any of the forms until February 3rd as changes will be made prior to then.* Return your completed forms along with your child’s birth certificate, two (2) proofs of residency, a current copy of your child’s physical and immunizations to the appropriate elementary school by Thursday, March 5, 2020.  A child must attain his/her fifth (5th) birthday on or before September 30, 2020 to be eligible for kindergarten. A child must attain his/her sixth (6th) birthday on or before September 30, 2020 to be eligible for first grade. New Hampshire law requires all new students to present an up-to-date record of immunizations upon admission to school.  In addition, record of a physical exam, done no more than one year prior to entrance, is required. Kindergarten and First Grade Registration Forms If you are registering your child to attend Kindergarten or First Grade in the Bedford School District, please download and print the following forms or you may pick up the forms at your home school office. Forms can be dropped off at the school office that your child will be attending to begin the registration process.  Please do not download any forms prior to February 3, 2020 as changes will be made.  Bedford School District New Student Registration Form Bedford Residency Affidavit Race and Ethnicity Form Home Language Survey Health Requirements for School Attendance Health Office Form Parent Questionnaire (Grades K and 1 registrations only Information about the K-Plus program Each of the three elementary schools provides a fee based extended day program called K-Plus.  A $525 deposit is required with the K+ registration. Checks can be made out to Bedford School District. K-Plus Question and Answers K-Plus Program Application K-Plus Program Fee Agreement News from the PTG Family Fun Night Volunteers We are in need of a few more volunteers for next Thursday's Family Fun Night.  Please consider volunteering your time by signing up at this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f4ca4a72aa1fe3-volunteers1 Coffee Cart Donations The Hospitality Team is planning to reward our staff for an awesome Family Fun Night with a Coffee Cart the following morning.  We are looking for a few donations to help make this cart amazing & we thank you for your consideration - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080a4ba9ae28a2f49-february   THANK YOU FROM THE PTG Thanks to everyone who came out to enjoy stories read by our Principals and Assistant Principals at Principal Winter Reading Night! UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS The PTG has a busy spring planned with community speakers, book fair, district art show and of course, the Color Blast Fun Run/Walk. Stay tuned for more details!  COLOR BLAST FUN RUN/WALK COMMUNITY EVENT Save the date…Sunday, May 31st as PTG hosts another Color Blast Fun Run/Walk. Registration opens March 13th. More exciting details coming in the next few weeks . . .  Local businesses… Want to join the PTG’s efforts in providing enriching educational opportunities, creating community events, and helping support the individual needs of our Bedford School District, while gaining positive exposure for your business? Consider becoming a Color Blast Fun Run/Walk sponsor! Visit HERE for more information or contact bedfordcolorblast@gmail.com.  STAY CONNECTED TO THE PTG Please visit our PTG WEBSITE and follow us on social media (Facebook, Instagram and Twitter) to see all the exciting things happening in our schools. Thank you for your support! From the Community BHS Fundraiser The BHS Prom Committee is holding their annual Krispy Kreme fundraiser. If you would like to pre-order a box (or more) of donuts, please use this link  Pick up is Tuesday, February 11th, at Primary voting from 7 am- 7pm. Boxes will also be on sale until donuts run out.  A Message for Military Families As many of you know NH has recently had several deployments from the NH National Guard to the Middle East. This often brings stress to the families and anxieties that may cause hardship to the family. There are resources available to support the families during these difficult times. Should you have a family in need of support please do not hesitate to contact Kristen Ferullo at the Naval Shipyard. Kristen’s email is kristenferullo@navy.mil She can also be reached at (207) 318-1730 Repeated News & Messages Bedford Childfind Day The Bedford School District is sponsoring a Childfind Day. Free vision, hearing, and developmental screenings are offered for children suspected to have delays in language, learning, and/or development. Who:         Preschool Children, between the ages of birth and 6 What:         The Childfind Program purpose is to identify children that may require special educational services. When:     Friday, February 21, 2020 Where:     Memorial Elementary School 55 Old Bedford Rd Appointments are Required For an appointment, please call 627-1776 ext. 23275 February 1st to February 14th between 11:30 AM and 2:30 PM

Past Editions of Principal Notes can be found at:https://pwsnews.blogspot.com/ 180 County Rd. Bedford, NH 03110 (603)622-0431

January 24, 2020

PWS PrinciPal’s News We are a community that inspires and develops, engaged, successful learners every chance, every day. Peter Woodbury School- A Place Where People Care!

January 24, 2020 Dear PWS Families,             Last night was the annual Principals' Winter Read Night. It is one of our favorite nights each year. It was great to see so many students come out and hear our story about the giraffe and his long neck. Thank you to the PTG for putting together this wonderful event. Thank you to everyone who came out and made this event so special.     As a reminder, student report cards are now available on the Powerschool Parent Portal. For a reminder about how to access this portal please click HERE.      Have a Great Weekend, Cheryl Daley, Principal Dan Mitchell, Assistant Principal  Upcoming Dates to Remember    February 6, 2020 Family Fun Night 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM  & 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM       February 17, 2020 3rd Grade Inventive Thinking - Parent Visitation 1:30 PM    February 18, 2020 4th Grade Invention Convention - Parent Visitation 9:30 AM    News from PWS Third Grade Inventive Thinking and Fourth Grade Invention Convention The 3rd grade inventive thinking unit and 4th grade invention convention is scheduled for the 3rd week of February.  Please visit Mrs. Speaker's WEBSITE for great information, resources, and links to educational sites. PWS Family Fun Night 2020 Peter Woodbury School invites you to our annual Family Fun Night on Thursday, February 6th (with a snow day of Thursday, February 20th).  Our theme this year will be Taking Care of Mind, Body, and Each Other. Games and activities, for all ages, will be offered throughout the school for students and families to engage in and have fun. As always, each classroom will donate a unique theme basket to raffle off that night. Our popular teacher raffle will be there too! Advanced sale of these raffle tickets are discounted and sold as three blocks for $10.00.  The night of the event we will sell the tickets for $5.00 a block. The Book Walk will be held in the Multipurpose Room ($1 per ticket). The Book Walk is set up on the idea of musical chairs. Kids will walk around in a circle and try to be on a circle when the music stops. We are also selling 50/50 tickets.  Fifty percent of the money raised through this raffle will go directly back to the winner!  Pizza, salad, ice cream, and water will be served. We advise families to purchase food tickets in advance.  This will guarantee your food and water selections. Food will not be available to purchase the night of the event. If you would like to purchase food tickets, raffle tickets, book walk tickets, or 50/50 tickets please fill out the attached order form and return it to school no later than Wednesday, January 29th.  Important Note:  Pre-ordered tickets will NOT be sent home this year. ALL tickets will be picked up that night.  Any questions please contact Sue Armstrong  armstrongs@sau25.net or 622-0431 ext.24260 to leave a message Kindergarten and 1st Grade Registration (2020 – 2021) On Monday, February 3, 2020 registration packets will be available for parents to pick up at your appropriate school during school hours at the Peter Woodbury, Memorial and Riddle Brook Schools. *Please do not download any of the forms until February 3rd as changes will be made prior to then.* Return your completed forms along with your child’s birth certificate, two (2) proofs of residency, a current copy of your child’s physical and immunizations to the appropriate elementary school by Thursday, March 5, 2020.  A child must attain his/her fifth (5th) birthday on or before September 30, 2020 to be eligible for kindergarten. A child must attain his/her sixth (6th) birthday on or before September 30, 2020 to be eligible for first grade. New Hampshire law requires all new students to present an up-to-date record of immunizations upon admission to school.  In addition, record of a physical exam, done no more than one year prior to entrance, is required. Kindergarten and First Grade Registration Forms If you are registering your child to attend Kindergarten or First Grade in the Bedford School District, please download and print the following forms or you may pick up the forms at your home school office. Forms can be dropped off at the school office that your child will be attending to begin the registration process.  Please do not download any forms prior to February 3, 2020 as changes will be made.  Bedford School District New Student Registration Form Bedford Residency Affidavit Race and Ethnicity Form Home Language Survey Health Requirements for School Attendance Health Office Form Parent Questionnaire (Grades K and 1 registrations only Information about the K-Plus program Each of the three elementary schools provides a fee based extended day program called K-Plus.  A $525 deposit is required with the K+ registration. Checks can be made out to Bedford School District. K-Plus Question and Answers K-Plus Program Application K-Plus Program Fee Agreement Bedford Childfind Day The Bedford School District is sponsoring a Childfind Day. Free vision, hearing, and developmental screenings are offered for children suspected to have delays in language, learning, and/or development. Who:         Preschool Children, between the ages of birth and 6 What:         The Childfind Program purpose is to identify children that may require special educational services. When:     Friday, February 21, 2020 Where:     Memorial Elementary School 55 Old Bedford Rd Appointments are Required For an appointment, please call 627-1776 ext. 23275 February 1st to February 14th between 11:30 AM and 2:30 PM Cross Stitch Volunteers Mrs. Stallone is looking for volunteers for 5 Thursdays starting Jan. 23 - Feb. 20th. She is beginning cross-stitch club! She needs volunteers from 10:30-11:00 (Second grade cross-stitch club) as well as from 11:30-12:00 on a day still to be determined (Third grade cross-stitch club). Cross-stitch experience is not needed to volunteer. You are primarily helping to untangle yarn. :) If you are able to volunteer during these times or know anyone who might, please contact Mrs. Stallone and let her know at stallonej@sau25.net. Thank you! News from the PTG VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Program Research Coordinator: Help the PTG find new educational and enriching programs to bring into our schools, and relevant speakers to bring to our community. The PTG funds author visits, artists, performance groups, animal encounters and so much more. We are looking for someone to help us research new ideas and speakers. Please email BedfordNHPTG@gmail.com if you are interested in this role. From the Community Repeated News & Messages

Past Editions of Principal Notes can be found at:https://pwsnews.blogspot.com/ 180 County Rd. Bedford, NH 03110 (603)622-0431

January 17, 2019

PWS PrinciPal’s News We are a community that inspires and develops, engaged, successful learners every chance, every day. Peter Woodbury School- A Place Where People Care!

January 17, 2020 Dear PWS Families, Somehow a 60 degree Monday turned to a 10 degree Friday, throw a little snow in the middle and I guess that's just a typical January in New Hampshire. This week was a good reminder that the weather can change quite dramatically, even in one day. Please make sure your child comes prepared for whatever Mother Nature may throw at us.  We are getting excited for next week's PTG Principals' Winter Read and for Family Fun Night in a few weeks. Please be sure to read below for more information about both of these fun night events. Today, we held our National Geographic Geography Bee for fourth graders. Representatives of each class faced tough questions about American and international geography. Congratulations to all that participated and made it to today's round. When it was all said and done, Sumedh Godavarthy from Mrs. Marshall's class was crowned the 2020 Peter Woodbury School Geography Bee Champion. Congratulations Sumedh and to the runner up, Caroline Space. You all make us so proud! Thank you Mrs. Speaker for coordinating this event.              Finally, student report cards are now available on the Powerschool Parent Portal. For a reminder about how to access this portal please click HERE. Have a Great Long Weekend, Cheryl Daley, Principal Dan Mitchell, Assistant Principal  Upcoming Dates to Remember    January 23, 2019              PWS Spirit Day- Pajama Day                 January 23, 2019          Principal's Winter Read    February 6, 2020          Family Fun Night    News from PWS PWS Family Fun Night 2020 Peter Woodbury School invites you to our annual Family Fun Night on Thursday, February 6th (with a snow day of Thursday, February 20th).  Our theme this year will be Taking Care of Mind, Body, and Each Other. Games and activities, for all ages, will be offered throughout the school for students and families to engage in and have fun. As always, each classroom will donate a unique theme basket to raffle off that night. Our popular teacher raffle will be there too! Advanced sale of these raffle tickets are discounted and sold as three blocks for $10.00.  The night of the event we will sell the tickets for $5.00 a block. The Book Walk will be held in the Multipurpose Room ($1 per ticket). The Book Walk is set up on the idea of musical chairs. Kids will walk around in a circle and try to be on a circle when the music stops. We are also selling 50/50 tickets.  Fifty percent of the money raised through this raffle will go directly back to the winner!  Pizza, salad, ice cream, and water will be served. We advise families to purchase food tickets in advance.  This will guarantee your food and water selections. Food will not be available to purchase the night of the event. If you would like to purchase food tickets, raffle tickets, book walk tickets, or 50/50 tickets please fill out the attached order form and return it to school no later than Wednesday, January 29th.  Important Note:  Pre-ordered tickets will NOT be sent home this year. ALL tickets will be picked up that night.  Any questions please contact Sue Armstrong  armstrongs@sau25.net or 622-0431 ext.24260 to leave a message Kindergarten and 1st Grade Registration (2020 – 2021) On Monday, February 3, 2020 registration packets will be available for parents to pick up at your appropriate school during school hours at the Peter Woodbury, Memorial and Riddle Brook Schools. *Please do not download any of the forms until February 3rd as changes will be made prior to then.* Return your completed forms along with your child’s birth certificate, two (2) proofs of residency, a current copy of your child’s physical and immunizations to the appropriate elementary school by Thursday, March 5, 2020.  A child must attain his/her fifth (5th) birthday on or before September 30, 2020 to be eligible for kindergarten. A child must attain his/her sixth (6th) birthday on or before September 30, 2020 to be eligible for first grade. New Hampshire law requires all new students to present an up-to-date record of immunizations upon admission to school.  In addition, record of a physical exam, done no more than one year prior to entrance, is required. Kindergarten and First Grade Registration Forms If you are registering your child to attend Kindergarten or First Grade in the Bedford School District, please download and print the following forms or you may pick up the forms at your home school office. Forms can be dropped off at the school office that your child will be attending to begin the registration process.  Please do not download any forms prior to February 3, 2020 as changes will be made.  Bedford School District New Student Registration Form Bedford Residency Affidavit Race and Ethnicity Form Home Language Survey Health Requirements for School Attendance Health Office Form Parent Questionnaire (Grades K and 1 registrations only Information about the K-Plus program Each of the three elementary schools provides a fee based extended day program called K-Plus.  A $525 deposit is required with the K+ registration. Checks can be made out to Bedford School District. K-Plus Question and Answers K-Plus Program Application K-Plus Program Fee Agreement PWS Strings Program Session 2 We are so excited to share the poster for the next Bedford Strings Session at Peter Woodbury Elementary School with you! The session starts January 29 and runs until May 13. The deadline to register is January 21. Click HERE from more information Cross Stitch Volunteers Mrs. Stallone is looking for volunteers for 5 Thursdays starting Jan. 23 - Feb. 20th. She is beginning cross-stitch club! She needs volunteers from 10:30-11:00 (Second grade cross-stitch club) as well as from 11:30-12:00 on a day still to be determined (Third grade cross-stitch club). Cross-stitch experience is not needed to volunteer. You are primarily helping to untangle yarn. :) If you are able to volunteer during these times or know anyone who might, please contact Mrs. Stallone and let her know at stallonej@sau25.net. Thank you! News from the PTG PRINCIPAL WINTER READING NIGHT - REGISTER TODAY!  Dress in your PJ’s, bring a blanket and come listen to the Bedford principals read you a story!  This fun-filled family event will be held next week, Thursday, January 23rd at the McKelvie Intermediate School cafeteria.  Choose between two session times, 4:30 p.m. or 6:30 p.m., click HERE for more details. If you plan to attend, please RSVP by January 17th, by filling out this registration form. COMMUNITY ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION with Superintendent Fournier  Join us on Wednesday, January 22nd at 9:30 a.m. at the Bedford Town Library for a small round table discussion with Superintendent Fournier. We will discuss the school budget and other items on the upcoming March ballot, as well as other district happenings. Come and share your questions and feedback about our school district, we’d love to hear from you! If you are able to attend, please RSVP HERE. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Program Research Coordinator: Help the PTG find new educational and enriching programs to bring into our schools, and relevant speakers to bring to our community. The PTG funds author visits, artists, performance groups, animal encounters and so much more. We are looking for someone to help us research new ideas and speakers. Please email BedfordNHPTG@gmail.com if you are interested in this role. From the Community Repeated News & Messages

Past Editions of Principal Notes can be found at:https://pwsnews.blogspot.com/ 180 County Rd. Bedford, NH 03110 (603)622-0431

January 10, 2020

PWS PrinciPal’s News We are a community that inspires and develops, engaged, successful learners every chance, every day. Peter Woodbury School- A Place Where People Care!

January 10, 2020 Dear PWS Families,           The first full week of the new year is finally in the books. It was great to see how productive all the students were with five days to work with. We know that the students don't always enjoy indoor recess, but we have to admit it is usually very entertaining for us. This week we were amazed as two first graders debated the proper shoe tying technique and fourth grade students ran self made experiments with their snow gear.          We are looking forward to our upcoming Family Fun Night. This year it will take place on February 6. Be sure to keep an eye out for information coming home soon.           This past Wednesday, our fourth grade chorus and Strings Club dazzled us with their beautiful performance. It was incredible how great they sounded after only 11 practices. Congratulations to Mrs. Curran and all the performers.           Finally, you may hear your child talk about doing rechargers in the classroom. Rechargers are quick physical activities that all students can do to address energy, alertness, and sensory needs. Here is a short video that demonstrates a few we are focusing on this month. Recharger Video           Have a Great Weekend, Cheryl Daley, Principal Dan Mitchell, Assistant Principal  Upcoming Dates to Remember January 23, 2019 Principal's Winter Read February 6, 2020 Family Fun Night    News from PWS Kindergarten and 1st Grade Registration (2020 – 2021) Starting Monday, February 3rd, you may download and print out registration packets (HERE) or stop by our school to pick one up.  *Please do not download the form until February 3rd as there is information that needs to be confirmed and updated.  The packets need to be returned to the school by Thursday, March 5th.  A $525 deposit is required with the K+ registration (checks made out to Bedford School District). A child must attain his/her 5th birthday on or before September 30, 2020 to be eligible for kindergarten. A child must attain his/her 6th birthday on or before September 30, 2020 to be eligible for first grade. Kindergarten students who are currently enrolled at PWS (or anywhere in the district) do not need to register for 1st grade. PWS Strings Program Session 2 We are so excited to share the poster for the next Bedford Strings Session at Peter Woodbury Elementary School with you! The session starts January 29 and runs until May 13. The deadline to register is January 21. Click HERE from more information Cross Stitch Volunteers Mrs. Stallone is looking for volunteers for 5 Thursdays starting Jan. 23 - Feb. 20th. She is beginning cross-stitch club! She needs volunteers from 10:30-11:00 (Second grade cross-stitch club) as well as from 11:30-12:00 on a day still to be determined (Third grade cross-stitch club). Cross-stitch experience is not needed to volunteer. You are primarily helping to untangle yarn. :) If you are able to volunteer during these times or know anyone who might, please contact Mrs. Stallone and let her know at stallonej@sau25.net. Thank you! News from the PTG MINDFULNESS AND STRESS MANAGEMENT SEMINAR Tuesday, January 14th , 7:00 p.m. at McKelvie, for parents of children in Grades K-6. Come learn about the benefits of Mindfulness including increased focus for learning and stress management for life. Terri Hamilton, a Mindfulness & Stress Management Coach and former teacher and Guidance Counselor, will be sharing her expertise. Click HERE  for more information. PRINCIPAL WINTER READING NIGHT Dress in your PJ’s, bring a blanket and come listen to the Bedford principals read you a story! This fun-filled family event will be held on Thursday, January 23rd at McKelvie in the Cafeteria.  Choose between two session times, 4:30 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. Details on how to register for the event coming soon. PTG INFORMATIONAL VIDEO Curious to know more about the PTG? Ever wonder where the "G" in PTG came from? Where do your donations go? How do fundraisers work? How to get involved? And more...watch this short PTG INFORMATIONAL VIDEO  for the answers to all of your PTG questions. HANNAFORD HELPS REUSABLE BAG PROGRAM During the month of December, the PTG will receive a $1.00 donation for every Hannaford Community Bag sold at the Jenkins Road location. AMAZON SMILE!    Did you know that every time you buy on Amazon, you can support the Bedford PTG? Simply visit AmazonSmile and select “Bedford NH PTG” as the organization that you’d like to support. Now, every time you shop at smile.amazon.com , Amazon will donate a percentage to the Bedford PTG.  Thank you for your support! From the Community Repeated News & Messages

Past Editions of Principal Notes can be found at:https://pwsnews.blogspot.com/ 180 County Rd. Bedford, NH 03110 (603)622-0431

January 3, 2020

PWS PrinciPal’s News We are a community that inspires and develops, engaged, successful learners every chance, every day. Peter Woodbury School- A Place Where People Care!

January 3, 2020 Dear PWS Families,            Hearing the sounds of excited children was a welcome sound after this long holiday break. The students came in yesterday with the energy needed to take on the new year. We are excited to see what 2020 has in store for all of them.            As we look to the new year we have many events coming up shortly. On Wednesday evening we get to enjoy our very own PWS Chorus's Winter Concert. Then on January 23rd we have one of our favorite events of the year: PTG's Principal Winter Read. Finally, in just one month's time we have our PWS Family Fun Night on February 6. Please join us for this annual tradition. More information will be coming out shortly.            Finally, we still have a vacancy for a lunch recess monitor at PWS. If you are interested in coming and working at our amazing school for a few hours a day please reach out to Mr. Mitchell and he can give you all the details.                    Have a Great Weekend, Cheryl Daley, Principal Dan Mitchell, Assistant Principal  Upcoming Dates to Remember Wednesday January 8, 2020 7:00 PM Winter Concert January 23, 2019 Principal's Winter Read February 6, 2020 Family Fun Night    News from PWS Winter Concert The 4th grade chorus and strings club will perform on Wednesday, January 8th, from 7:00-7:30 pm. The concert will be held in the PWS multipurpose room. The students have been working hard and are excited to share some new music. Everyone is invited to enjoy this musical evening! News from the PTG MINDFULNESS AND STRESS MANAGEMENT SEMINAR Tuesday, January 14th , 7:00 p.m. at McKelvie, for parents of children in Grades K-6. Come learn about the benefits of Mindfulness including increased focus for learning and stress management for life. Terri Hamilton, a Mindfulness & Stress Management Coach and former teacher and Guidance Counselor, will be sharing her expertise. Click HERE  for more information. PRINCIPAL WINTER READING NIGHT Dress in your PJ’s, bring a blanket and come listen to the Bedford principals read you a story! This fun-filled family event will be held on Thursday, January 23rd at McKelvie in the Cafeteria.  Choose between two session times, 4:30 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. Details on how to register for the event coming soon. PTG INFORMATIONAL VIDEO Curious to know more about the PTG? Ever wonder where the "G" in PTG came from? Where do your donations go? How do fundraisers work? How to get involved? And more...watch this short PTG INFORMATIONAL VIDEO  for the answers to all of your PTG questions. HANNAFORD HELPS REUSABLE BAG PROGRAM During the month of December, the PTG will receive a $1.00 donation for every Hannaford Community Bag sold at the Jenkins Road location. AMAZON SMILE!    Did you know that every time you buy on Amazon, you can support the Bedford PTG? Simply visit AmazonSmile and select “Bedford NH PTG” as the organization that you’d like to support. Now, every time you shop at smile.amazon.com , Amazon will donate a percentage to the Bedford PTG.  Thank you for your support! From the Community Repeated News & Messages

Past Editions of Principal Notes can be found at:https://pwsnews.blogspot.com/ 180 County Rd. Bedford, NH 03110 (603)622-0431