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LURGIO NEWS
February 15, 2019
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Dear Parents and Guardians,
Lurgio will be celebrating school spirit and our love of literacy next week through our fifth annual Read-A-Thon fundraising event. The funds raised through this event benefit literacy initiatives and book collections in the Lurgio Media Center. Additionally, we welcome donations of new and gently used children’s books; these books will be given to the Children’s Literacy Foundation to support the literacy needs of low-income children in New Hampshire and Vermont. Last year we raised $5,914.00 and collected 5,673 books. We hope to make even more of an impact this year!
The student council polled our student body to decide on a series of themes for our concurrent Spirit Week. These themes culminate on Friday with Pajama Day and our annual Read-A-Thon Literacy Celebration. I want to thank all parents, students, and teachers in advance for their enthusiasm and support for this event.
All my best,
Ed
Important Dates
Feb 18 - Feb 22
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Feb 24 - Mar 1 (Mon-Fri)
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NO SCHOOL - Winter Break
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Mar 8 (Fri)
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RAL School Dance (6:00PM-9:00PM)
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Mar 12 (Tues)
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NO SCHOOL - Teacher Workshop Day / Town Election Day
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Mar 14 (Thurs)
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Life of an Athlete March Madness Basketball Tournament - RAL/BHS Gym
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Mar 21 (Thurs)
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SAVE THE DATE - Grandparents Day
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Mar 22 - Mar 23 (Fri-Sat)
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RAL Musical Production - BHS Theater
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New News
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Read-a-Thon
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Our annual literacy fundraiser, the Lurgio Read-a-Thon, will take place the week of February 18. Throughout the week we will be collecting money to support literacy at Lurgio as well as book donations for the Children’s Literacy Foundation. The week culminates in our Read-a-Thon Literacy Day on Friday, February 22. See our flyer for more information!
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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 “Cub of the Week.”
This week’s Cub of the Week is Jacob Bobar. Jacob is known by his teachers as kind, diligent, and responsible. He is being honored as our cub for going out of his way to assist a classmate with a challenging assignment. Congratulations Jacob. Thank you for helping to make Lurgio a positive learning community.
BSD Substitute Information Open House
Wednesday, March 6th from 9:00-11:00 AM
Superintendent’s Office (Board Room), 103 County Rd. Bedford
Have you ever considered substitute teaching in Bedford? If so, please join us for a chance to discuss this opportunity with principals from all levels in the district as well as Human Resources. Parents, community members and those interested in substitute teaching in our district are encouraged to attend. You can learn about the various substitute positions available, opportunities at each school, application procedure, qualifications and pay. This is a great opportunity to have all of your questions answered about subbing in our district. If you think you might like to be a part of the Bedford School District team, please join us on March 6th!
New Hampshire State Assessment
This spring, Bedford students will participate in New Hampshire statewide assessments. Throughout the state, students in grades 3-8 and 11 take mathematics and English language arts exams. A science test is also given to students in grades 5, 8, and 11. Parents/guardians may ‘opt-out’ their child from state testing. For more information, please click this link.
Reminders
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Dungeons and Dragons Club
Students can come to the Dungeons and Dragons Club on Tuesdays at 3:15 to 4:15 to play, explore and or pillage, their choice in the wonderful world of D & D. Meetings are held in 7th green pod in Mr. Dubreuil's room 226, bring all possible materials. If you have any questions please see Ms. Stone in room 232.
RAL Musical: The Little Mermaid
Rehearsal Schedule
Click here for the rehearsal schedule for Feb 11 - Feb 21. Contact Mrs. Devino with questions.
Fueled by Kids Food Drive
This year, Lurgio will again be helping Fueled by Kids to put together food items for students in need over February vacation. Lurgio is collecting jars of peanut butter (26 oz) and boxes of graham crackers (info flyer). This is a homeroom competition, and the homeroom in each grade that brings in the most items will earn a pizza party. Collections will run until February 19th. If you have any questions, please see Dr. Fairhurst, Ms. Mazzola or Kate Mikol.
Paper Retriever Recycling
Unfortunately, the green and yellow paper recycling containers (Paper Retriever), which were available to parents/community members have been removed from the district’s schools as this company has gone out of business. Therefore, there will no longer be any containers available on school grounds for the public.
Weekly Features
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Athletics This Week
Please click here to view the schedule for the upcoming week.
Our winter sports season is wrapping up as we speak. Our wrestling and spirit teams are finishing up their schedules, while our co-ed volleyball team is just getting started. In the spring season (April to June), Lurgio offers baseball, softball, golf, and track & field. Stay tuned for more information about try-out dates and paperwork requirements as March approaches.
Tech Corner
Are you looking to find ways to be more mindful of your media and tech use? This article from Common Sense Media “5 Media Resolutions Every Family Should Make in 2019”, has some great suggestions for you and your family!
Guidance Corner
On February 17, 2019 we celebrate National Random Acts of Kindness Day. Common Sense Media is a great resource if you are looking for a guide to age appropriate media. Here is a link to 50 Movies That Promote Kindness. During this Friday’s lunch at school, students shared their experiences with Random Acts of Kindness. This week’s newsletter titled, “Caring School Climate”, shares ways in which students can change their climate through caring (on page 2).
Stand By Me
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Are you a Lurgio parent looking to get more involved in our school? The parent committee is instrumental in organizing this program. We meet once a month - please join us. Our next mtg is March 14, 2019 @ 9:30am. Contact our Guidance Secretary, Beth Fitzgerald, with any questions.
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Book Buzz
Here’s what Mrs. Parker, our Family and Consumer Science teacher, has to say about Dragon Pearl by Yoon Ha Lee:
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This sci-fi adventure with the Korean mythology will transport you to new world. Dragon Pearl by Yoon Ha Lee is about Min, who is a shape-shifter. The author calls this book a "space opera," and the introduction is by Rick Riordan. So if you are a Rick Riordan fan, you know this will be great. Min wants to escape planet Junju and she disobeys her mother and shape shifts but no one knows it is her. The author layers the action with Korean mythology that I loved learning about. It's a great adventure and fast read!
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RAL Kitchen News
The breakfast program will be featuring a delicious and nutritious Strawberry Blast Smoothie. It’s loaded with strawberries, bananas and a boost of protein with vanilla Greek yogurt. Fill your body with essential nutrients like vitamin C, folate, potassium, vitamin D and fiber. These powerful vitamins and minerals boost the bodies immune system, promote healthy teeth and bones as well as improving digestion and maintaining a healthy weight. In addition to breakfast combo meals, the kitchen will be offering a homemade Maple Muffin topped with an Oat Streusel. This lovely, healthy treat will keep you feeling full and satisfied with lots of long lasting energy from whole grain complex carbohydrates. This muffin is also featuring Ben’s Sugar Shack local maple syrup as its highly nutritional sweetener. Start the school day off with a bang and don't miss out on these healthy, wholesome NEW breakfast items.
Check out our new, healthy lunch option offered every Wednesday: Build Your Own Salad Bowl! Start with a nice bed of mixed lettuce & greens, topped with a variety of healthy proteins that include hard boiled eggs, chicken strips, beans or legumes and various cheeses. Choose from a lot of different chopped vegetables like grape tomatoes, shredded carrots, cucumbers, diced peppers and red onion. Take your pick from our selection of dressings. A whole grain bread stick with some fresh fruit will be offered with the salad.
PTG Corner
Coffee and Conversation with the Superintendent
Hosted by the PTG, Superintendent Mike Fournier invites you to “Coffee and Conversation” on Friday March 8th, 9:30am at Bedford Town Library (McAllister Meeting Room). This will be a small, informal, interactive gathering to discuss Bedford School District happenings including upcoming items on the March 12th ballot. RSVP REQUIRED, lease click HERE to RSVP if you wish to attend.
This will be a discussion based gathering, so questions and comments will be encouraged.
Additional get-togethers with Mr. Fournier will take place throughout the school year if you are unable to attend or seats are no longer available.
Manchester Monarchs Event
Join the PTG and Riddle Brook Chorus at the Monarchs game on Sunday, March 10th 3pm. Click HERE to order tickets. Enjoy a fun, family evening out and support Riddle Brook Chorus as they sing the National Anthem!
Color Blast Fun Run/Walk Community Event
Save the date: Sunday, June 2nd as PTG hosts another Color Blast Fun Run/Walk. Registration opens March 15th. Stay tuned for more exciting details. Local businesses: want to join 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 sponsor visit HERE for more details 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 at our schools. Thank you for your support!
