Message of the Month
GRIT- Celebrating the process not the outcome
Important Dates
- February 24-28 - No School, Winter vacation week
- March 10 - No School - Workshop Day/Town Voting Day
- March 13 - Kindergarten Love Bug Brunch 9:00-10:00am
March 27 - End of Quarter 3- March 27 - MEM Spring Fling 5:00-8:00pm
- March 31- Spirit Day inside-out, wacky, or backwards day
- April 3 - Report Cards released online
- April 6-10 - Scholastic Book Fair
- April 21- School Spirit Day - Disney Day (Tentative)
- April 27- May 1- No School, Spring Vacation
Invention Convention Winners
Congratulations to our Grade 3 Invention Convention Winners! General Invention (solo) David G; General Invention (partner) Caelyn D and Bella F; Rube Goldberg (solo) Jack M; Rube Goldberg (partner) Isla O and Abigail W; Challenge (solo) Garret H and Challenge (partner) Madison L and Makenzie W.
Congratulations to our Grade 4 Invention Convention Winners! General Invention (solo) Adriana M; General Invention (partner) Zariah M and Maddy C; Rube Goldberg (solo) Ryan B; Challenge (solo) Charlie S and Challenge (partner) Sammy O and Stella M.
Intelligent Lives
Intelligent Lives is a film by New Hampshire’s own Dan Habib. The film stars three young American adults with Intellectual Disabilities who challenge the perception of intelligence as they find their way through high school, college and the workforce. This film questions what it means to be intelligent and points to a future in which people of all abilities can participate in higher education, meaningful employment, and personal relationships.
Bedford School District, in partnership with Amherst School District, Merrimack School District, Manchester School District, the Bedford PTG, and St. Anselm’s Meelia Center, will be hosting a screening of the film on March 31, 2020 at 6:30 PM in the Bedford High School theatre. Following the film, there will be a question and answer session led by the filmmaker, Dan Habib.
State Assessment
This coming April our students in grades 3 and 4 will begin participating in the New Hampshire Statewide Assessment System (NHSAS). For detailed information, please take a look at STATE TESTING INFORMATIONAL 2020.
News From the Gym
It’s time for Kids Heart Challenge! This program teaches heart-healthy habits and helps the American Heart Association raise money for research and education that saves lives. Students will learn about the importance of taking care of their hearts. Your child will learn about making healthy choices and can share life saving tips.
Your child will receive his/her fundraising envelope the week of 2/17/20. Students will make a difference in people’s lives! Ask family and friends if they’d like to donate. Also, their donations can help us earn certificates for PE equipment so we can keep our students moving!
Thanks You all!
Memorial School’s Annual Spring Fling Event planning is underway
Save the date: 3-27-20 from 5:00pm - 8:00pm
You are invited to join us for any of our three dinner seatings and our raffle of exciting theme baskets. The baskets are created by Memorial School students, families, friends and many area merchants. We hope you can join us for this fun filled family event. Spring Fling is our annual fundraiser that supports Memorial School’s continued efforts to provide enhanced educational opportunities for our students. All funds raised directly benefit Memorial School’s children. More information will be coming!
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY - VP Fundraising: The PTG is looking for a VP 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.
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 13th. 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.
STAY CONNECTED TO THE PTG: Please visit our PTG WEBSITE and follow us on social media (Facebook, Instagram and Twitter) to see all the exciting things happening in our schools. Thank you for your
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.!
Reminders
From the Counseling Office
This month, students will learn about GRIT and the importance of the process not the outcome. Psychologist Angela Duckworth has found that the hallmark to high achievement in all domains is a “blend of passion and perseverance”, which she calls GRIT. Students will learn that perseverance leads to brain growth and success. Click HERE for a visual reminder. By emphasizing the process of learning and teaching students to expect struggle, we can encourage them to try new and hard things, thus leading to greater success.
Bedford Childfind Day
The Bedford School District is sponsoring a Childfind Day.
Free vision, hearing, and developmental screenings are offered for children suspected to have delays in language, learning, and/or development.
- Who: Preschool Children, between the ages of birth and 6
- What: The Childfind Program purpose is to identify children that may require special educational services.
- When: Friday, February 21, 2020
- Where: Memorial Elementary School, 55 Old Bedford Rd
