Principal’s Notes
May Messages
Peace Message: Patience
Brain Message: A Goal Without a Plan is Just a Wish
Memorial Day Remembrance
We had a beautiful morning to be outside with everyone paying tribute to some of our Bedford veterans buried at the St. Hedwig Cemetery. After placing flags in the ground our students gathered to sing Proud to be an American, by Lee Greenwood.
We reminded our students that our school was named by the town of Bedford to pay tribute to all the soldiers who lost their lives during time of war.
It was a very nice remembrance and our students did a fantastic job.
Please click here to see some pictures and to watch the video.
Field Day Helpers Needed!
Hello Memorial Families.
Field Day volunteers needed to help facilitate & make sure activities run on time. Come enjoy a few hours with your child(ren) while they participate in this fun event.
Thank you so much for all you do to help out at Memorial School, your time is greatly appreciated.
Barbara Hardy and Danielle Brimblecom
Volunteer Coordinators
Now Accepting Bedford School District “HALL of FAME” Nominations
Special Education Parent Involvement Survey 2018
The Bedford School District has been recognized as one of the most exceptional school districts in the state. This recognition and distinction would not be possible without the many citizens, educators, students and volunteers that over the years have built, maintained and enhanced the mission and the values of our school district. We invite you to nominate individuals who exemplify the spirit of our district along with those who have gone above and beyond in making Bedford an extraordinary school district in all aspects. Please go to the Bedford Hall of Fame link here found on the BHS homepage for details and nominate someone who should be recognized for their contributions! Nominations for this year’s class will be accepted through July 15, 2018.
Our inaugural class 2017 included:
Tick Management
Now that spring has really arrived, our students are spending more time outside - both at home and at school. Mostly that is a great thing. At the same time, we need to be thinking about safety.
In particular, I am writing to you about tick management. Here are a few items I want to share with the community on the subject.
The most effective measure for limiting ticks on our property is keeping grass cut short and removing leaf litter since that is where they prefer to live.
We are also providing selective tick treatments on district properties based on recommendations from our pest services contractor. This is the same approach the town of Bedford is using for sports fields.
- William Greiner
- Dennis Pope
- Ann Remus
- Tim Mayes
- William Whitmore
- Susan Mullen
Tick Management
Now that spring has really arrived, our students are spending more time outside - both at home and at school. Mostly that is a great thing. At the same time, we need to be thinking about safety.
In particular, I am writing to you about tick management. Here are a few items I want to share with the community on the subject.
The most effective measure for limiting ticks on our property is keeping grass cut short and removing leaf litter since that is where they prefer to live.
Families can find additional recommendations for tick bite prevention and treatment in this excellent New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Resources notice.
Of course no approach will eliminate every potential risk. That is why we ask families to help. Please remind your children to avoid tick-infested areas such as overgrown grass, brush, and leaf litter, to use an insect repellent when spending time outdoors, and to do daily tick checks after being outdoors.
As always, thank you for trusting us with the care of your children.
Of course no approach will eliminate every potential risk. That is why we ask families to help. Please remind your children to avoid tick-infested areas such as overgrown grass, brush, and leaf litter, to use an insect repellent when spending time outdoors, and to do daily tick checks after being outdoors.
As always, thank you for trusting us with the care of your children.
Sincerely,
Chip McGee, Superintendent of Schools
Chip McGee, Superintendent of Schools
Spring has finally arrived!
Are you a runner, a walker, a stroller ...? One of our 1st graders in an ambassador for Easter Seals NH and has a team looking for participants, Team Elliott.
Join us at the 19th Annual Easter Seals NH Eversource Run/Walk 5K on Thursday, June 7, 2018 in the evening! It's a fun night with family and friends in downtown Manchester.
Use the link above to register. Follow the simple directions and on the information page where you put in all your personal information you'll see a big gray box, that's where you will choose Team Elliot in the join a team drop down!
Special Education Parent Involvement Survey 2018
Do you have a student with an IEP? Please complete the New Hampshire Department of Education’s annual Parent Involvement survey! Paper copies are in the mail to you, or you can complete the survey at www.NHParent.com by June 15, 2018. Share your feedback! Your responses help us continue to improve. Thank you for your time and participation!
Bedford Police Bike Rodeo
The Bedford Police Department will be hosting their annual Bike Rodeo on Sunday May 27th, 2018 from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. It will be located in the upper parking lot of the Bedford High School, 47 Nashua Road. This event is free and is open to all ages and abilities. Kids will be given the opportunity to have their helmets checked and ride through obstacle courses. Immediately after the Bike Rodeo those interested may ride their bikes during the Memorial Day parade with members of the Bedford Police Department bicycle unit starting at 1:00 pm. The parade route will start at the Bedford High School and end at McKelvie Intermediate School. Please join the members of the Bedford Police Department for this family fun event.
Food Drive
Memorial School is working with the Bedford Food Pantry to help collect food items that are most needed by families. Every other month we will be collecting 1 food item. For the month of May, that item is Saltines. If you are able, please bring in a box of Saltines until Friday, June 1st. We will have a box for donations in our front hallway. Thank you for supporting this worthy cause, which supports Bedford families.
Memorial School is working with the Bedford Food Pantry to help collect food items that are most needed by families. Every other month we will be collecting 1 food item. For the month of May, that item is Saltines. If you are able, please bring in a box of Saltines until Friday, June 1st. We will have a box for donations in our front hallway. Thank you for supporting this worthy cause, which supports Bedford families.
Ecosmith - Shoes, Bags & Belt Drive
Bedford DI is having a special drive through Ecosmith Recyclers. From now until May 25th, you can donate all your old shoes, bags and belts (any condition) in the marked boxes in our school lobby. These items must be placed in a special blue bag. This is a great way to get your spring-cleaning under way, while helping raise funds for the teams heading to Global Finals in Knoxville, TN. Reminder, clothing, fabrics, stuffed animals etc. can always be donated in the bin in the parking lot. We appreciate your support. For more info, contact bedfordrocksdi@gmail.com
Bedford PTG
BEDFORD PTG COLOR BLAST SUNDAY, JUNE 3RD, 9:30AM at the BHS campus
VOLUNTEER VOLUNTEER VOLUNTEER! If you’re not participating in the fun run/walk, you can still come and be part of our Color Blast event! Click here for volunteer opportunities. Don’t miss your chance to get in on the colorful fun! All event information can be found on our website.
COFFEE WITH SUPERINTENDENT CHIP MCGEE- Join the Bedford PTG for a “Year in Review” with Superintendent McGee on Wednesday, 5/30 starting at 9:30am at BCTV (10 Meetinghouse Rd – behind the Town Hall). This is a great opportunity to ask any questions you have about the Bedford School District. Children always welcome to attend.
COFFEE WITH THE PRINCIPALS VIDEO LINK – If you were not able to attend our Coffee with the Principals event, you can watch the presentation by following this link, BCTV Principal Meeting
BHS GRADUATION SEAT RAFFLE!!! The PTG is raffling off FOUR sets of four seats in the front two center rows of the bleachers. These seats will be reserved just for you. Winners will also receive one reserved parking space on campus! $20/Entry or 6 Entries for $100 Winners will be drawn & announced on June 7th. Simply fill out the number of entries you'd like to make and return with cash or check payable to “Bedford PTG” to BHS school office by JUNE 6th.
*All funds raised through this raffle support programming & events in Bedford schools*
Grad Seat Raffle Form
BEDFORD PTG COLOR BLAST SUNDAY, JUNE 3RD, 9:30AM at the BHS campus
VOLUNTEER VOLUNTEER VOLUNTEER! If you’re not participating in the fun run/walk, you can still come and be part of our Color Blast event! Click here for volunteer opportunities. Don’t miss your chance to get in on the colorful fun! All event information can be found on our website.
COFFEE WITH SUPERINTENDENT CHIP MCGEE- Join the Bedford PTG for a “Year in Review” with Superintendent McGee on Wednesday, 5/30 starting at 9:30am at BCTV (10 Meetinghouse Rd – behind the Town Hall). This is a great opportunity to ask any questions you have about the Bedford School District. Children always welcome to attend.
COFFEE WITH THE PRINCIPALS VIDEO LINK – If you were not able to attend our Coffee with the Principals event, you can watch the presentation by following this link, BCTV Principal Meeting
BHS GRADUATION SEAT RAFFLE!!! The PTG is raffling off FOUR sets of four seats in the front two center rows of the bleachers. These seats will be reserved just for you. Winners will also receive one reserved parking space on campus! $20/Entry or 6 Entries for $100 Winners will be drawn & announced on June 7th. Simply fill out the number of entries you'd like to make and return with cash or check payable to “Bedford PTG” to BHS school office by JUNE 6th.
*All funds raised through this raffle support programming & events in Bedford schools*
Grad Seat Raffle Form
BHS PARKING SPACE RAFFLE!!! $10 Donation Per Entry The PTG is raffling off TWO prime guaranteed parking spaces in the top lot for the 2018-2019 school year. You must have a valid license and a vehicle sometime during the 2018-2019 school year to be eligible to WIN! Simply fill out the number of entries you'd like to make and return with cash or check payable to “Bedford PTG” to BHS school office by June 13th. Winners will be notified before the end of the year.
*All funds raised through this raffle support programming & events in Bedford schools*
2018/19 School Calendar
The school calendar for next year can be found HERE.
Important Dates
- May 25- District Workshop Day no school for students
- May 28- No school for observance of Memorial Day
- June 3- PTG Color Blast Fun Run
- June 5- Memorial School Field Day
- June 12- 4th Grade Play
- June 19- Kindergarten Recognition Day 9:00am in the cafeteria for both the AM and PM classes.
- June 20- Last day of school, dismissal 12:20pm
