Dear Lurgio Families,
Over the past few years we have seen Lurgio students show an increased interest in reading. During their reading blocks, 7th and 8th graders are encouraged to select books of their choice, often from the Lurgio Media Center. This consistent focus on literacy has resulted in an enormous demand on our library collection. Indeed, at times we struggle to keep many of these popular texts on our shelves for students to enjoy.
In an effort to fuel our love of literacy, improve the library collection, and raise school spirit, Lurgio will host the sixth annual Read-A-Thon fundraising event next week. 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 $5036.00 and collected 6,049 books. We hope to make even more of an impact this year!
The student council has decided on a series of themes for our concurrent Spirit Week. These themes culminate on Friday with Comfy 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.
Sincerely,
Ed Joyce
Important Dates
Athletics Corner
Weekly Schedule
As always, the weekly schedule is available on our athletics website.
Family Physical Therapy - Functional Movement Screen
Family Physical Therapy Services would like to offer ALL Lurgio athletes a 20% Discount on the Functional Movement Screen, please see below a link to our website further describing the FMS screen as well as other services we provide for young athletes.
What is the Functional Movement Screen?
The FMS assesses your ability to perform key functional patterns such as squatting, lunging and stepping as well as screening for flexibility and core control. In doing so, we can identify weaknesses and faulty movement patterns which affect performance and, even worse, could eventually lead to injury. In just 30 minutes, you will have a good idea of how well you move and how to CORRECT your WEAK LINKS!
Functional Movement Screen (plus Return to Run Program) Descriptions:
Athletic Performance Program for Young Athletes
Private Training
Book Buzz
Stand By Me
Do you have a busy week coming up? Then support Lurgio’s Stand By Me and eat out on Wednesday, Feb 19th, for dinner at Table 8 Pasta.
Also, have you seen our stickers for sale? Great way to add some Bedford pride to your chrome books and water bottles.
Tech Corner Updates
We are hoping that charging their chromebook is a New Year’s resolution students have made for 2020!! Please help your child remember to bring their chromebook to school every day and to charge their chromebook every night. Feel free to print out one of our Bring It! Charge It! flyers to help your child remember!
PTG Corner
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 13. 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.
Volunteer Opportunity - VP Fundraising
The PTG is looking for a VP of Fundraising to oversee the planning and execution of PTG district-wide fundraisers. This role can be shared and works closely with the chairs/committees for each fundraiser. This role is a board position and a great way to get more involved with the PTG and our schools. Please email BedfordNHPTG@gmail.com if you are interested in this role or would like to learn more about it.
ur schools. Thank you for your support!
Community Conversation with Superintendent Fournier
Join us on Monday, March 16th at 6:30 p.m. at the SAU Office building for a small round table discussion with Superintendent Fournier. We will discuss the voting results and other district questions/comments the community may have. Ask your questions, share your opinions or just come listen! If you are able to attend, please RSVP HERE.
