October Messages
Peace Message: Responsibility and being Bully Free
Brain Message: My Brain is like a Muscle the Grows
Important Dates
- October 2 – Homework Club begins for grades 3 and 4 at 7:30am
- October 8 – Columbus Day Observance – NO SCHOOL
- October 11 – PTG Coffee with the Superintendent – 9:30 AM BCTV
- October 16- School Spirit Day "Hat Day"
- October 15 – Safety Trailer Demonstration (grades 1 & 2)
- October 17 - Picture Retake Day
- October 31 – Happy Halloween!
- November 2 – End of Quarter 1
- November 6 – Workshop Day/Election Day – NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
- November 12 – Veterans’ Day Observance – NO SCHOOL
- November 17 – PTG Ski and Skate Sale
- November 20- School Spirit Day "Wear your favorite color"
- November 21-23 – Thanksgiving Break
Our third and fourth graders had a nice visit from Kevin Skarupa from WMUR-TV this past Monday to learn about all sorts of weather and related topics.
TriPod Teacher Survey
We will be administering the TriPod survey to students this October. Please click HERE to learn about the survey and opt out options. Donations
We are looking for any toy dump trucks or tractors to be used in the sand out on the playground. Donations can be brought inside our main entrance.
Memorial School Homework Club
Our 4th grade teaching team has Homework Club ready to go beginning Monday Oct. 2nd. It will run every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday at 7:30am for 3rd and 4th graders. It’s a great opportunity for kids access technology, , work on long term assignments or keep up with the daily homework.
COFFEE AND CONVERSATION with Interim Superintendent Mike Fournier: Hosted by the PTG, Interim Superintendent Mike Fournier invites you to “Coffee and Conversation”, Thursday, October 11th, 9:30am at BCTV (10 Meetinghouse Road)…LIMITED SEATING-RSVP REQUIRED.
This will be a small, informal gathering to discuss Bedford School District happenings.
In order to be more interactive and personal, seating is limited so you must RSVP here… Coffee And Conversation 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.
MEADOW FARMS GIFTS, WRAP AND MORE: Looking for quality gift wrap, everyday gifts, tote bags, and gourmet mixes? Our popular Gifts, Wrap & More fundraiser starts Friday 9/28! Brochures, with ordering details, should have come home with elementary students this week.
Families, students, and staff at McKelvie, RAL and BHS will be able to order online via this link McK-RAL-BHS Order Link All orders are due by Friday 10/12 and product will ship direct to you. 40% of sales goes back to our schools.
NEW FAMILY WELCOME: If you recently moved to Bedford or are sending your first child to a Bedford School, you’re welcome to attend Bedford School District’s New Family Welcome hosted by the Bedford PTG on October 4th, from 9:30-10:30am or 6:30-7:30pm, at the Bedford Public Library.
Representatives from each school will be available to answer questions, provide school and town information, share opportunities on how you can be involved, and welcome you into our community.
Please RSVP to psvdm617@gmail.com and specify if you will attend the morning or evening session.
NEW DISTRICT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: PTG is seeking a District Event Coordinator. This person will work with all 6 schools to organize how PTG will solicit support from local merchants for district wide events. This role is designed to help create and build strong working relationships with our local merchants and schools. Contact bedfordNHPTG@gmail.com if interested or for more info.
MANCHESTER MONARCHS OPENING NIGHT: Join the PTG and McKelvie Chorus for Opening Night at the Monarchs…Friday, October 19th 7pm. Click HERE to order tickets. Enjoy a fun, family night out and support McKelvie Chorus as they sing the National Anthem!
Saturday, October 20, 2018, 7 PM @ Noah's Event Center in Bedford
This event features the RAL Jazz Band!
Tickets are limited and sold on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Event will include a variety of live auction items! As we lead up to the event, we will be adding some exciting items to our online auction as well! Currently, we are auctioning a BHS Parking Spot! Check back often to find out about more items!
Find more information about the Bedford Education Foundation on our website, or follow us on Facebook. If you have questions or would like to get involved, please email info@befnh.org.
Safety Educator
Please click HERE for September’s edition of Safety Educator (provided to us by the Bedford Fire Department).
Our 4th grade teaching team has Homework Club ready to go beginning Monday Oct. 2nd. It will run every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday at 7:30am for 3rd and 4th graders. It’s a great opportunity for kids access technology, , work on long term assignments or keep up with the daily homework.
PTG News
This will be a small, informal gathering to discuss Bedford School District happenings.
In order to be more interactive and personal, seating is limited so you must RSVP here… Coffee And Conversation 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.
Families, students, and staff at McKelvie, RAL and BHS will be able to order online via this link McK-RAL-BHS Order Link All orders are due by Friday 10/12 and product will ship direct to you. 40% of sales goes back to our schools.
Representatives from each school will be available to answer questions, provide school and town information, share opportunities on how you can be involved, and welcome you into our community.
Please RSVP to psvdm617@gmail.com and specify if you will attend the morning or evening session.
Bedford Education Foundation Annual Fall Fundraiser
Buy Your Tickets NowSaturday, October 20, 2018, 7 PM @ Noah's Event Center in Bedford
This event features the RAL Jazz Band!
Tickets are limited and sold on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Event will include a variety of live auction items! As we lead up to the event, we will be adding some exciting items to our online auction as well! Currently, we are auctioning a BHS Parking Spot! Check back often to find out about more items!
Find more information about the Bedford Education Foundation on our website, or follow us on Facebook. If you have questions or would like to get involved, please email info@befnh.org.
Please click HERE for September’s edition of Safety Educator (provided to us by the Bedford Fire Department).
Helps Schools Initiative
Starting September 2nd and running through December 1st, the Hannaford store located at 4 Jenkins Road, Bedford, NH is running its annual Hannaford Helps Schools program. For more information, please click HERE.
Halloween Costume Exchange
Bedford Girl Scouts is hosting their annual Halloween Costume Exchange on Saturday, September 29th at McKelvie School from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. All costumes are $5, or bring one to donate and get one for 1/2 price! They are collecting new and gently used costumes, which can be brought into school and placed in the Halloween Costume Exchange box located in the main entrance. For more information, please take a look at THIS FLYER.
Halloween Costume Exchange
Bedford Girl Scouts is hosting their annual Halloween Costume Exchange on Saturday, September 29th at McKelvie School from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. All costumes are $5, or bring one to donate and get one for 1/2 price! They are collecting new and gently used costumes, which can be brought into school and placed in the Halloween Costume Exchange box located in the main entrance. For more information, please take a look at THIS FLYER.
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