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LURGIO NEWS
November 2, 2018
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Dear Parents,
It is hard to believe that we are already at the end of the first quarter. So many great things have happened here at Lurgio since we started school in August. It is my sincere hope that your children had a great start to the year.
I am really excited for all the fun and learning that the rest of the year will bring!
All the best,
Ed Joyce
Principal
Important Dates
Nov. 2 (Fri.)
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First Quarter Ends
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Nov. 5 (Mon)
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Parent Conferences 4:30PM-7:30PM
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Nov. 6 (Tues)
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NO SCHOOL - Election Day - Teacher Workshop Day
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Nov. 12 ((Mon)
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NO SCHOOL - Veterans’ Day Observance
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Nov. 14 (Wed)
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Parent Conferences 3:30-6:30PM
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Nov. 17 (Sat.)
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PTG Ski & Skate Sale - BHS Gym (6:00 am - 7:00 pm)
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Nov. 21-23 (Wed-Fri)
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No School - Thanksgiving Break
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Dec. 7 (Fri.)
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RAL School Dance 6-9 pm
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New News
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Cub of the Week
Each week, teachers nominate students for the Cub of the Week Award. Nominated students are those who have shown exceptional kindness, tolerance, and respect during the week. Each Friday, the Lurgio administration and guidance staff will review all nominees and will select the the “Cub of the Week.”
This week’s Cub is Julsie Anderson. Julsie has won the Cub of the Week Award for her willingness to help others, positive spirit, and leadership on the student council. She is a remarkable student and works hard at making Lurgio a wonderful place to be. Congratulations Julsie!
IA Drop In on Parent-Teacher Conferences Night
On November 5th or 14th, our Integrated Arts teachers invite you to drop by their rooms before or after your parents conferences for an opportunity to see the integrated arts classroom first hand.
Winter Sports Try-Outs
Winter sports tryouts begin on Monday. All paperwork (including a copy of the most recent physical) must be completed, printed, and handed in to the coach in order for a student to try out. All paperwork and forms can be found on the Athletics Website.
- Spirit (cheer) will meet after school in the RAL Dining Hall from 3:15PM-5:00 PM on Monday, 11/5, Wednesday 11/7, and Thursday 11/8 for try-outs.
- Basketball try-outs begin Wednesday 11/5. Please see weekly schedule for specific times.
- Wrestling will begin on 11/26.
- Coed Volleyball will begin in February, stay tuned for updates.
Witch Way Event Update
The weather this year threw a bit of a curve ball into our original plans and caused us to move the event inside. What was supposed to be the Witch Way Fun Run morphed into the Witch Way Fun Fest. We were able to offer the over 300 participants crafts, food, fun, and games. Proceeds raised topped $23,000! The show of support from Bedford residents of all ages (many in costume) was tremendous and is a testament to this amazing community. We also want to send out a HUGE thank you to our 2018 Sponsors!
PTG Request for Donations to Teacher Conference Dinner
Hi everyone, Please click on the SignUp link [HERE] if you would be willing to donate items or your time to the teacher conference dinner this Monday 11/5. Our teachers will be at school until 7:30 that evening for conferences and we will be providing them with a meal for all of their efforts. We can't do this without you!! Thanks
Weekly Features
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Book Buzz
Books for Breakfast abuzz about these books this week!
Donna Dennis, Tech Teacher:
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A great historical fiction by Laurie Halse Anderson is Chains. I had to keep reading because I had to find out what happened. The true story is about a slave girl and her transition to freedom that gets interrupted and doesn't happen. The bad characters are so bad I couldn't help but to hate them. The story is told from the point of view of the slave and Seymour is my favorite character. When she is told to "RUN!" at the end of the book I cheered for her. The ending is so good. I just checked out the second in the series called Forge and I know I will read the third called Ashes.
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Sophia from 8 E:
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Mrs. Schoedinger shared Donna Gephart's latest book In Your Shoes so I had to share another book by Donna Gephart called Lily and Dunkin because this is the best book I have ever read. It's about two 8th grade kids' friendship. Lily is a transgender kid without her dad's support and Dunkin is struggling with bipolar disorder. Best book ever.
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Livia from 7 S:
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I wanted to share an edgy true story called Dear Nobody: The True Diary of Mary Rose. Mary struggles with addiction and I wanted to read three short excerpts to show you how the author grabs the reader to understand the intensity of addiction. Bullying and secrets are layers in the book too. Don't miss Gillian McCain's book.
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Athletics This Week
Please click here to view the schedule for the upcoming week. Please see the Athletics Website for Winter Sports information.
Guidance Corner
This past week Lurgio’s Students Against Destructive Decisions participated in a number of activities highlighting the theme: “Life is Your Journey. Travel Drug Free.” We calculated that about 80% of our student body wore red on Friday, demonstrating their commitment to a drug free lifestyle. Please log on to this site to VOTE for Lurgio in the redribbon.org contest for drug prevention. Thank you in advance for your vote!
Lurgio Tech Corner Update
In order to avoid confusion, Lurgio has had to disable the progress reports that have been available through PowerSchool. We are working closely with PowerSchool to find a solution to this report as well as the view that is on the mobile app. In the meantime, if you wish to view your students’ progress, please log into PowerSchool on your computer or chromebook.
So as quarter 1 comes to a close, we are happy to report that 63% of our students did not need to borrow a daily loaner at all this quarter!! With the new quarter comes a clean loaner slate for all students. This quarter we have implemented a change in our procedure. We will email parents when their child has borrowed their 3rd chromebook. This email is to notify you that your child has met with the Tech Team and has come up with a plan to be better prepared. Please continue to remind your child to charge their Chromebook every night!
PTG Corner
Gifte Card Fundraiser
ORDERS DUE November 28 - A gift card is the perfect gift for any occasion! Purchasing gift cards through the PTG provides support for the Bedford schools with no additional cost to you! Final order due date is Wednesday, November 28th. To download an order form please use this Gift Card Order Form. For more information about this program, click here… Gift Card Program. HAPPY SHOPPING!
Bedford PTG Ski, Skate, & More Sale
Save on new and used winter sports equipment & apparel! Our annual SKI, SKATE and MORE SALE will take place on Saturday, November 17, 2018 from 9AM - 2PM at Bedford High School. Whether you are in the market for ski equipment, snowboards, hockey gear, or winter outerwear, this sale provides a cost-effective opportunity to outfit you and your family for the upcoming winter season!
Got winter gear and clothing to sell…visit PTG Website for consignment information. You can drop off your pre-tagged items at the BHS Gymnasium on Friday, November 16, 2018 between 5PM – 8PM. Please note: IF YOU NEED TO PRINT YOUR TAGS ON SITE AT BHS DURING EQUIPMENT DROP OFF THERE WILL BE A $1.00 CHARGE PER TAG.
Volunteer: Many volunteers are needed to make this event a success. Click HERE get involved
Bake Sale: Interested in donated an item (homemade or store bought) for the Bake Sale click HERE
Cardigan Corner at the Ski, Skate, & More Sale
New this year the PTG is excited to offer Cardigan Corner at the Ski, Skate and More Sale. For families whose kids have conquered Lurgio’s Mt. Cardigan experience as part of the RAL 8th grade environmental unit of study and have gear to consign, or for those looking for a good deal on quality used items for the upcoming adventure…Cardigan Corner is for you!
Stand By Me Committee Kick Off
The PTG is proud to sponsor Stand By Me, a day-long event for all 7th grade students and their parents. This event will have its first planning meeting on Thursday, November 8th at 9:30 a.m. at Lurgio Middle school. If you are interested in finding out more about Stand By Me or would like to join the event planning committee, email Beth Fitzgerald at fitzgeraldb@bedfordnhk12.net or simply join the meeting on 11/8. You do NOT need to have a 7th grader to participate on the committee or as a volunteer for the event.
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.
Stay Connected to PTG
Please visit our PTG WEBSITE, “like” our FACEBOOK PAGE, check us out on Instagram (bedfordPTG) and Twitter (@Bedfordptg) to see all the exciting things happening at our schools. Thank you for your support!
Reminders
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Winter Sports Update
Earlier this week, you should have received information about winter sports (basketball, spirit, wrestling). Please see the Athletics homepage for my letter which includes information about concussion testing, paperwork, and try-out dates.
RAL School Play
We are pleased to announce that this year's musical will be Disney's, "The Little Mermaid Junior." Auditions will take place in December, rehearsals will begin in January 2019, and show dates are March 21 (special preview for Grandparents), March 22 and 23. Specific details about auditions will be available soon!
Another check-in - Hannaford Helps Schools 2018/19
There's still time! Just a reminder that you can help make a difference at our school! The school that raises the most school dollars at each Hannaford location will get an additional $1,000 donation! Lurgio is registered at Jenkins Road. Thank you for participating!
BHS Krispy Kreme PROM Fundraiser
To pre-order a box (a dozen) of Krispy Kreme donuts, please click here.
Each box costs $10.00, and the donuts can be picked up on November 6th, election day, when you come to vote, 7AM-7PM.
Online payment is available through “Send Money to School”. Cash and checks are accepted also.
The Prom Committee thanks you!
BHS/RAL Equestrian Club
The New Hampshire High School Equestrian Teams (NHHSET) organization as stated on their website (https://www.nhhset.org/) is "dedicated to promoting and organizing equestrian competition in high school athletic or activity programs. NHHSET will support, challenge and offer recognition to the dedicated students who both physically and mentally pursue the challenge of the equine sport." Bedford High School has competed with a High School Equestrian Club for many years. The state has opened up the registration to middle school students again this year. The Bedford High School and Ross A Lurgio Middle School are once again teaming up to offer the opportunity for student equestrians to compete in NHHSET for the 2018-2019 school year.
The competition is comprised of three meets at the district level in the spring and culminates in the State Championship in May. Students of all riding levels are able to compete in all disciplines. Students compete individually and accumulate points toward a team final placement. Students are able to register as a rider or a spirit member. Riders must own or lease a horse in order to compete. Spirit members participate by working with the riding members to prepare horses for competition as well as "The Grooming Box Challenge" and a Practicum Experience. Participants will practice with the team coach in the winter on patterns as determined by the state board. The meets are run by parent volunteers and as such parents are required to volunteer at least one Saturday meet in the spring. Rider and Spirit registration begins December 1, 2018. Cost for Rider participation was $175 and Spirit participation was $20 last year. The cost structure is still being finalized at the state level.
Kathy Blake (blakek@sau25.net) is the club advisor. Please contact Kathy Blake for further information. Registration will close at the beginning of January. All documents and money orders must go through Kathy Blake in order to be part of the Bedford High School Club Team.
The club will begin meeting in early October. There will be a parent meeting to answer questions in early October as well.
