Friday, May 14th, 2021

 PWS PrinciPal’s News

 

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May 14, 2021

Dear PWS Families,

 

We want to express how very grateful we are to the Parent/Teacher Group. This Teacher/Staff Appreciation week felt so heartwarming.  The Girl Scout cookies, flowers, cards, candy, gift cards, pillows, theme days (where students also participated), and treats everyday kept the staff looking forward to the next surprise. We know we have a devoted staff here at Peter Woodbury, thank you for showing them they are appreciated!  Please see some pictures below.

PWS has been a busy place as the end of school and summer vacation is in sight. Some of our remote learners have started to return to the school for “Transitional Tuesdays.” It has been so exciting to see them in person.

Please take a moment to read about some of the happenings around PWS and the district.

PWS News:

Move Up Day:

We will continue with the BSD on move up day.  On the last day of school, Friday, June 11th students will transition for 20 minutes to their 2021/2022  classroom.  This is a time that students get to meet their new classmates, teacher and see the classroom that they will be learning in.  All remote students will be invited for Move Up Day as well.  More information will be coming out from your child’s classroom teacher.

End of Year Dates: 

Mark your calendars! We are excited to announce dates for some of our end of year celebrations: 

Field Day: Friday, June 4th (More information in PTG News below)

Kindergarten Recognition Day: Friday, June 10th (Click HERE)

Fourth Grade Clap Out: Friday, June 11th @ 9:30am (More information to come soon)

Please connect with your student’s teacher if you have questions about these special events. 

Special Project with Mrs. Stahl’s Class:

Mrs. Stahl’s first grade class completed a special project this week looking at the essential question of "How are things built?

As a result, students have been learning about different structures and how they are made.  

The students began by creating various buildings that are needed in a town or city. The children 

were placed in small groups where they planned and built a neighborhood.  There was a lot of excitement, engagement and grit here on the job site! As the class proudly looked at their finished project, a student said, "We need a name for our town!"  The students voted and chose the name "Classtown." Please click here for the final product!

Masks at Recess:

Beginning Monday, May 10th masks at recess will be OPTIONAL.

Rationale:

- State & County numbers are trending down and Bedford numbers are stable

- Recess is outdoors and allows for ample physical distancing

- All students self-screen prior to attending school and are therefore asymptomatic

- All employees who want to be vaccinated have had the opportunity to do so

- Per DHHS recommendations, we will continue to REQUIRE masks in the buildings.

- Team sports will continue to follow NHIAA protocols.

At PWS:

• Masks will be optional at both morning and afternoon recess.

• Masks are still mandatory on the school bus.

• When students arrive in the morning they may keep their mask in their backpack until it is time to go inside if desired.

• Masks are still required in the school building.

• Mask breaks are still a part of the school day at PWS. 

• If your student needs a mask break please encourage them to ask their teacher, please discuss this with your child.

 

PTG Principal News:

FIELD DAY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: 

Field Day at PWS is scheduled for Friday, June 4.  We need volunteers for each grade level to help run our outdoor activities. Please see this link to sign up. PWS FIELD DAY  Please note the rain date is Monday, June 7. Thank you for your help! 

  

HAPPY STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK: 

THANK YOU to all the teachers, administrative support staff, custodial staff, kitchen staff, nurses and paraprofessionals - your kindness, creativity, and care has kept our children connected to school during this challenging and unprecedented school year!

 

LAST CALL…VIRTUAL COLOR BLAST FUN RUN/WALK REGISTRATION CLOSES MAY 19th: Don’t miss your chance to get in on the Colorful Fun. Registration Closes Wednesday, May 19th. Support our Schools by having your own Mini Color Blast! Click HERE to register and participate virtually any time between May 22nd to May 31st . Get out for a run, jog, skip, walk or hop and celebrate with a color party in your backyard (color packet included with registration). Visit our Color Blast webpage for more information.

 

BHS PARKING RAFFLE: 

The PTG is raffling off TWO prime guaranteed parking spaces in the top lot for the 2021-2022 school year. You must have a valid license and a vehicle sometime during the 2021-2022 school year to be eligible to win. $10 Donation Per Entry. Click HERE for entry form and details. Entries, with cash or check payable to “Bedford PTG”, are due at the BHS school office by June 2nd. You can also click HERE  to enter and pay electronically. Winners will be notified before the end of the school year.

 

MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS DISCUSSION SERIES: 

Thank you to Diane Vaccarello (Licensed Family Therapist), panel members and moderators for leading this three-part discussion series brought by the PTG and the Bedford School District. To see all three sessions, click on the links below.

 

Psychological First Aid: Parents, Kids and Mental Health

 

Parents of High Schoolers: a Deeper Dive - How to best support your Teens' Wellness

 

The Positive Impacts of COVID - How to not only Survive but Thrive!

 

THANK YOU PRINCIPALS: 

Thank you to our Principals for taking the time to share year end updates with the community! If you weren't able to view the Principals live, click HERE to see the session. Move-up events, end of year activities, elementary school class placement and sports were some of the topics that were covered.

Have a wonderful weekend, 

Mrs. Cheryl Daley and Mr. Marc Robitaille