Dear Lurgio Families,
The last few days have been tough for the Lurgio community. While I understand and completely support Governor Sununu’s decision to close our school building for the rest of the school year in order to protect our most vulnerable populations, the reality of this “new normal” will be hard for parents, educators, and most of all our students. Throughout the day many students and staff connected to lament about the current state of affairs. I am moved by these outpourings of mutual support. We miss our students just as much as they miss us.
When I consider this span of time, I realize that there are so many Lurgio traditions that we’re missing this spring. I want you to know that while we will not be able make up all of our events, we are already thinking of ways to celebrate and bring closure to the school year. While it may not happen on the timeline or in the format that we are used to, we feel it is important to recognize the completion of the school year as students transition to the next grade. We will share updates with you as our planning process continues.
Please know, the Lurgio staff and I miss our students deeply and I look forward to that day when we can be together again.
Sincerely,
Ed Joyce
Student Workload Survey (Parents)
We are continuing to survey parents about the student workload during remote learning. Please click here to complete the survey. This survey will be open until Monday, April 20th at 9:00AM.
Important Dates
Remote Learning Enrichment Corner
If you are all caught up on your work and looking for some fun activities, click here to navigate directly to a list of enrichment opportunities. This list was compiled by Ms. Rockwell, Mrs. Dennis, Mrs. Detwiler, and your teachers. We hope you find it fun and enjoyable.
Remote Learning Grading
With the Governor’s announcement that schools will remain remote for the remainder of this school year, there has been some discussion about whether we should go to a “pass/fail” model during remote learning. At Lurgio, we will not be taking this approach because of the nature of our competency grades. We completed nearly 3/4 of our academic year prior to the COVID-19 crisis and resulting remote learning environment. Those grades calculate into our Y5 yearly average grade and indicate progress towards achieving overall competency in our courses. We believe those Y5 grades are accurate even though we anticipate fewer quarter 4 grades than would be typical in a normal school year.
RAL Spring Athletics
With the recent news of the continuation of remote learning for the remainder of the school year, it will not be possible to run the spring athletic season as planned. The NHIAA has officially suspended the spring season, which means that our league has also followed the same path.
If you registered in FamilyID, you may receive notification via email that your spring registration has been cancelled. This will prevent you from receiving continued reminder communications about the spring season via FamilyID. However, the registration information will stay in the system, which should make it easier for 7th grade parents to register for future seasons.
Students are encouraged to stay active over the next couple of months and beyond. If a student is particularly active and involved in organized sports, this spring is likely a major change to their routine. Fresh air and exercise can be very beneficial, so please help your students to take morning, lunch, or afternoon active breaks to recharge and reset their brains and bodies.
Stay tuned...fall 2020 sports registration information will be sent out in late July via email.
Lurgio Yearbooks - Purchase Deadline Extended
Online sales for the 2019-2020 Lurgio Yearbook has been extended until May 7th. All yearbooks purchased online will be sent directly to your home address. To Order Visit: bit.ly/BuyLurgioYearbook2020. Photos are always welcome!! Questions/Photos? Contact Donna Dennis dennisd@sau25.net or Jennifer Manley manleyj@sau25.net.
Virtual Spirit Week
Next week is Lurgio’s first ever Virtual Spirit Week!! The Lurgio Student Council has put together a great week of themes for us to show our school spirit. Prizes of local business gift cards will be awarded daily for staff and students who show the most virtual school spirit. Staff and Students should check their email daily for details on how to enter!
Remote Learning Schedule Change
This message was sent out last week regarding the change to the weekly remote learning schedule. We also have several suggested enrichment opportunities compiled for students who wish to extend their learning past their current coursework.
Lurgio Guidance Corner
Our school counselors are here for you. If you have any concerns about your student, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
The Lurgio Guidance Department has updated their website with many resources relating to physical wellbeing, mental health (including substance misuse) and community/state services. Please see our Website and Weekly Blog.
Lurgio Tech Corner Typing Club
Are you noticing your kids could use some help with their typing skills? Well help is on the way! The Lurgio Tech Corner would like to invite students to join the Tech Corner Typing Club. To join the typing club just have your student go to Google Classroom and use the join code: tqpsj3m. Google Classroom lessons will be assigned and students will be using the TypingClub.com website to improve their typing skills. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Donna Dennis, dennisd@sau25.net.
Yearbook Photos Needed
We are looking for photos of you in your Remote Learning spaces. Please submit them through this form or email them directly to Donna Dennis dennisd@sau25.net or Jennifer Manley manleyj@sau25.net.
School Buildings Closed to Public
All physical buildings in the Bedford School District are closed to outside public effective Monday, March 23. Main office staff are working remotely and can still be reached via email and phone (603) 310-9100. The custodial staff is working hard to sanitize surfaces in the building and The main office may not always be staffed but school phones (just the main number) will be answered remotely between the hours of 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Recreational Facilities & Social Distancing
Teens are social creatures. Parents, please encourage your students to avoid social gatherings, particularly at school district fields, facilities, and playgrounds. Our efforts to flatten the curve and mitigate the spread of COVID-19 by closing schools can be amplified if the families self-enforce social distancing and practice recommended self-quarantine measures as much as possible. Our public use areas (fields and playgrounds) are open but may be roped or gated off and closed for the duration if needed.
Lurgio Instagram Account
Did you know that there is an official Lurgio Instagram account? We have been using our account to post reminders and resources for staff and students. These notifications are also posted on our Lurgio Facebook page. If Instagram is your prefered social media tool, we welcome you to follow us.
Remote Instruction Updates & Resources
Please refer to the Lurgio homepage for district updates and school-specific resources. We will continue to update those links as new information becomes available.
Remote Learning Guide
On Wednesday, you should have received a link to our Remote Learning Guide. Within this document are the details of how our school will function with a remote instruction setting. You will find answers to many of your questions about the logistics of this new adventure. We will continue to update the guide as needed in order to reflect current practice.
BSD Breakfast and Lunch
Breakfast and lunch pickup is at the Bedford High School Gymnasium entrance. Those doors are nearer the kitchen and make the logistics of delivery easier. If you’ve never been to that entrance, it’s at the back of the building. A sign will be along the sidewalk as it has been this week.
BHS Summer School - In Writing and BASE Camp
Attention all 8th Graders: If you registered during Open Enrollment for Summer In-Writing, the BHS website is updated with dates and other important information. You will need to do the following: Complete the Enrollment for Summer In-Writing or B.A.S.E. Camp Submit payment.
Hannaford Helps Schools
Hannaford has officially launched their Hannaford Helps Schools for 2020! They have moved the program to spring, and this year it will run March 1 - May 16.
How does the program work? As in previous years, 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 your school is registered with.
NEW for 2020! Customers who shop with Hannaford To Go can either specify which school should receive their School Dollars in their order notes when placing their order, OR let the store associate know which school to give their School Dollars to when they pick their order up from the store.
Please check our Hannaford Helps Schools web page for additional information and links to downloadable PDFs.
Lurgio Tech Corner
The Lurgio Tech Corner has been busy posting resources for students. Please check out the Lurgio Tech Corner Resource Site for helpful links. We also will be posting new resources on our Tech Tips from the Tech Corner blog which is linked on the Tech Corner Resource Site. If students are having technical issues, please have them submit a Help Desk Ticket. Someone from the District Tech Department will get back to them as soon as they can.
Book Buzz
Library Book Talks
Check out the new RAL Library video Book Talks on Flipgrid from Mrs. Detwiler and Mrs. Schoedinger.
Learn about two great new books: The Whiz Mob and the Grenadine Kid by Colin Meloy and Free Lunch by Rex Ogle. Students and teachers can log in to view these short videos HERE. Then, we would love to hear what you are reading! You can share a brief 1-3 minute Book Talk video on Flipgrid about a recent title that you have read and enjoyed. These Flipgrid videos will be accessible on the RAL Library homepage. In your video, share the book title, author, and quick summary (just don't give away the ending!) Help inspire someone else to read your book! Check out Mrs. Detwiler's Flipgrid "Book Talks" found on the RAL Media Center home page. Or use this link https://flipgrid.com/950548. Please email Mrs. Detwiler with any questions.
Free E-Books
Also, students, please find free e-books (until April 30, but this may be extended). This link is also on the library homepage.
Book Recommendations
This week, Mrs. Schoedinger recommends Jackie’s Wild Seattle by Will Hobbs.
PTG Corner
PTG Spring Event Updates
PTG has had to cancel or postpone our spring events:
-David Flood: Promoting Diversity and Inclusion through Dignity and Respect has been postponed until the fall
-District Art Show has been canceled
-Year End Coffee with Principals has been canceled
PTG Color Blast Fun Run
This event has been canceled. We know this is such a fun community event, and we look forward to hosting an amazing Color Blast Fun Run in spring of 2021. So save your rainbow gear and be prepared to get colorful with us in May 2021!
Volunteer Opportunities
The PTG has several Board and District level positions open for 2020/21. If you are interested or would like more information on any of the roles below please email BedfordNHPTG@gmail.com
PTG Co-President
This is a shared volunteer role responsible for overseeing the functions of the PTG. The Co-Presidents work closely with other PTG board members and district level coordinators to ensure PTG programs, events and fundraisers are carried out. Co-Presidents also host monthly PTG board meetings, assist with creation of PTG budget, and are the PTG point of contact with the Superintendent. No experience needed, training provided.
District Gift Card Coordinator
Work with the Gift Card coordinators at each school, as well as the VP of Fundraising to coordinate and execute the PTG Gift Card fundraising event. Help secure and collect gift cards from local participating businesses. The Gift Card fundraiser runs mid-October until late December.
McKelvie PTG School Co-Liaison
This role is a great way to get to know administration and staff along with being part of the PTG executive board. The liaison is the main point of contact between McKelvie and the PTG and is responsible for supporting PTG/school events. The Liaison also works closely with the Volunteer Coordinator and Hospitality making the ultimate McKelvie Volunteer Team!
