Dear Lurgio Families,
As we head into our 10th year of our Witch Way fundraiser, we are excited to shift the event focus to promote both the physical and mental health of our students. Our event will now be called the Witch Way 2 Wellness Day and will be held on Thursday, October 31st during the school day. Students will spend the day participating in a one mile Halloween-themed Challenge Course, as well as, a variety of other mental, physical, and emotional skill building activities. We will hold a student kick-off next Tuesday and will email the specifics of the event shortly thereafter.
Enjoy the long weekend,
Ed Joyce
Important Dates
Lurgio Strings Program
This year Lurgio will be offering strings instruction after school. If you are interested, please click here for more information.
Patriot’s Pen
Each year more than 111,000 students in grades 6-8 enter the VFW’s Patriot’s Pen youth essay contest for a chance to win their share of more than $900,000 in state and national awards. Each first-place state winner receives a minimum of $500 at the national level, and the national first-place winner wins $5,000 and an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C.
The essay contest encourages young minds to examine America’s history, along with their own experiences in modern American society, by drafting a 300- to 400-word essay, expressing their views based on a patriotic theme chosen by the VFW Commander-in-Chief. Want to apply? Read the rules and eligibility requirements, then download and complete the 2019-20 entry form. All student entries must be submitted to a sponsoring local VFW Post by midnight, Oct. 31.
Pats Peak Learn to Ski and Ride Program:
Sign-up for this year's Learn to Ski or Ride (LTSR) program at Pats Peak! This is a five-week Learn to Ski or Snowboard series for students in grades 1-8. The program runs Friday, January 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31. There are 3:30 and 4:30 lessons available, or if you have an experienced student, they can opt to just do the lift ticket. Rentals are available for an additional cost. You must provide your own transportation, as this is not a school-sponsored activity. An adult must be present during the lessons.
To sign up: www.patspeak.com/LTSR. Select "CLICK HERE TO REGISTER".
Login info:
3:30 PM lessons: bedford330
4:30 PM lessons: bedford430
To receive the discounted rate, registration must be paid in full by November 15th. Please contact Kris Balistreri at shepador2005@yahoo.com or Kim Peicker at kpeicker@comcast.net with any questions. Visit the Bedford NH Pats Peak Ski and Ride 2020 Facebook page for more information.
You Be The Chemist Challenge
Does your child enjoy chemistry? The YBTC challenge just might be for them! The YBTC Challenge is collaborative, multilevel academic competition that celebrates the science of chemistry and elevates STEM careers.
This year they have changed the format from an individual challenge to a team-based participation of four students. Students will take a qualifying exam individually and all team member’s scores will be compiled for an average team score. The team with the highest average qualifier score will advance to the state challenge.
If your child is interested in learning more, please email Mrs. Rockwell at rockwella@bedfordnhk12.net with your child’s name (and teammates if they already have some in mind). Please let your child know that our first informational meeting will be held Tuesday, October 15th during WIN in room 205 (located in 7th grade blue pod).
Hannaford Helps Schools 2019
This fall, we celebrate 20 years of the Hannaford Helps Schools program! Since the program's inception, we've raised more than $12 million to help schools and kids reach their goals. We appreciate your continued partnership, and if you're new to the program – we welcome you!
Between 8/25 and 11/30, with the purchase of 4 participating Hannaford Helps Schools items, a customer will receive a printout for 3 School Dollars at the register. The customer can place that printout into your school's slot in the Hannaford Helps Schools collection tower which is located at the front of the store that your school is registered with.
Customers who shop with Hannaford To Go can give their School Dollar printouts to the associate handling their groceries and let them know which school slot to put them in.
This year, Hannaford will also donate $1,000 to the highest earning school per store.
NEW this year – your school may have a chance to earn DOUBLE School Dollars! The Hannaford store that has the highest increase of School Dollars turned in will DOUBLE the payouts to all its registered schools. Help your school earn double School Dollars by reminding parents to deposit their School Dollar printouts in the tower at the front of the store.
Weekend Lunch Bags
The Bedford Food Pantry, through their School Lunch Plus program, provides students in Bedford who face food insecurity two lunches each weekend (with complete privacy/anonymity). Parents/guardians, please contact the school guidance counselor or school nurse if you would like your child to participate in this program.
Tripod Survey Information
Between October 7th and October 25th, the district will administer the "Tripod Survey" to students in grades 2 – 12. This survey asks for the students' perspectives on our teaching practices. All survey responses are anonymous and confidential. The purpose is to use this feedback to help our professional staff continue to improve. This year, parents were able to provide permission for their child to take the survey through InfoSnap registration. If you opted your child out of the survey, please know that we will make other arrangements for him/her during the time that his/her class is taking the survey.
If you would like to view the surveys, please click on the links below.
Stand By Me
Athletics Corner
Weekly Schedule
As always, the weekly schedule is available on our athletics website. Fall playoffs are coming soon, so keep an eye on the weekly schedule for updates!
Start thinking about the RAL Winter Athletics season! We offer girls’ and boys’ basketball, coed wrestling, and coed spirit (cheerleading). More information will be sent in the coming weeks regarding registration and try-outs.
Tech Corner Updates
Just a friendly reminder for students to charge their chromebooks nightly!
RAL Kitchen News
October is National Farm to School Month. Food service is dedicating a special lunch that only features local foods. Click here to see the menu for October 17th.
PTG Corner
Thank you for supporting the PTG!
Thanks to your contributions, the PTG has been able to supply elementary schools with bus tags for kindergarteners and first graders, fund the Museum of Science pass (available at the Town Library) and make donations to school nurses and guidance departments at all six Bedford schools! We can’t wait to share with you what else your contributions allow us to do this year!
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Community Events With Administration
The PTG would like to extend a special thank you to our principals, assistant principals, and Superintendent Fournier, for taking time out of their schedules to share information on upcoming events and activities for the 2019-2020 school year, as well as answering the community’s questions at the PTG’s annual ‘Coffee’ events.
Opportunities Reaching Kids
Last month, Carrie Cariello, a former RBS parent and author of two books about autism, spoke with students at Riddle Brook Elementary School about writing. In October, the PTG is proud to bring children’s author Marty Kelley in to speak with 4th graders. Mr. Kelley will be explaining his book creation process to students, while encouraging a love of writing. The PTG is also excited to fund the 4th grade field trip to hike Pulpit Rock with Joreen Hendry, a retired Bedford teacher and local naturalist. Your donations and support help make ORK programs possible!
Math Superstars Program Update
Math Superstars (MSS) will no longer have classroom volunteers to collect and correct worksheets. We appreciate that MSS helps with critical thinking and problem solving skills, so worksheets (and answer keys) are available for staff, teachers and families on the PTG website for anyone that wants to use them as a supplemental math program.
October Events:
Meadow Farms Gifts, Wrap, and More
Don’t miss out! Our Gifts, Wrap & More fundraiser orders are due this Thursday, October 10th! Quality gift wrap, unique gifts, kitchen items, snacks, Kringle candles, and more - our sale has it all! 40% of all sales go back into the schools, and orders ship directly to you! Students in elementary schools that sell five or more items will earn a coupon for free ice cream at The Inside Scoop! Brochures went home with elementary students; McKelvie, RAL, and BHS can order online using this link.
Local Business Gift Card Fundraiser
New this year, the PTG’s Gift Card Program will feature local businesses only. We’re so excited to be offering gift cards from a variety of local restaurants, businesses, and retailers while supporting our local community! Ready to get a head start on holiday shopping? For every gift card you buy, a percentage of the purchase price will be donated to our schools! Order forms will be sent home with students in grades K-8 by October 25th, BHS can download an order form here.
Order due dates:
November 6th for Pre-Thanksgiving/Hanukkah Delivery
December 4th for Pre-Christmas Delivery
Upcoming Events:
Bedford PTG Ski, Skate, and More Sale
The Bedford PTG is proud to announce our annual SKI, SKATE and MORE sale. This year’s event will take place on Saturday, November 23, 2019 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! Consignor links are now open, visit the PTG Website for more information on consigning. Please drop off your pre-tagged items at the BHS Gymnasium on Friday, November 22, 2019 between 5PM – 8PM.
Cardigan Corner at the Ski, Skate, and More Sale
The PTG is excited to offer “Cardigan Corner” at the Ski, Skate and More Sale again this year. 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 great deal on quality used items for the upcoming adventure…Cardigan Corner is for you!
Calendar of Events
October
10 Gift Wrap Orders Due
11 District Workshop Day – No School for Students
14 Columbus Day Observance – No School
25 Gift Card Fundraiser Begins
31 Happy Halloween!
November
6 First Gift Card Order Due Date
11 Veterans’ Day Observance – No School
22 PTG Ski, Skate, and More Drop Off @ BHS 5PM-8PM
23 PTG Ski, Skate and More Sale @ BHS 9AM-2PM
27-29 Thanksgiving Break - No School
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