Remember last week's heat? Well, one of our 5th grade classes decided to use a homemade air conditioner. Thanks to Mrs. Opitz and her son, these students enjoyed a little cool air from a Lowes container, ice, and a fan. Click HERE to check out the device! Pictured are Alex Gabree, Evan Williams, Andrew Upton, Jacob Redman, & Clare Montagano
Coffee Cart Thank You
A HUGE thank you to the Bedford PTG for providing a coffee cart for the McKelvie staff. This is always a wonderful pick me up for the staff. Special thanks to: Stacy Norris, Sue Jennato, Anne Mikol, Kim Hastey, Tracy Healy, Wendy Emerson everyone who sent in baked goods!
10th Annual McKelvie Move-a-thon
Registration for the Move-A-Thon (MAT) begins Friday, 9/16, at 7pm.
Informational packets and t-shirt order forms for the MAT went home with students this week. Directions to register online for a MAT event can be found HERE.
T-Shirt Design Contest
Calling all 6th Graders for an opportunity to design the Move-A-Thon T-Shirt Logo. More information about this opportunity can be found HERE and contest directions are HERE. Have Fun!!
School Pictures
A reminder that our school picture day is scheduled for Wednesday, September 21st from 9am to 11:30. Picture envelopes were sent home this week. If you did not receive one, please contact your child's homeroom teacher.
Student Directory
If there are volunteers interested in putting together a school directory for families, please email Denise Roy at royd@sau25.net. Last year's volunteer is happy to guide new volunteers through the process.
From The Library
The MIS Library is a great spot to cool off and curl up with a great book! During the summer months comfortable chairs and beanbags were purchased for the MIS Library. We have found that the students love to sit in the new seats/beanbags at all times during the day to relax and read! Here is a picture of a student enjoying the new McKelvie Library seating. 
~Mrs. Cote
McKelvie Corporate Sponsors
If you own a business or know someone who does, we are seeking business/corporate sponsors this year. Attached is an informational letter and sponsorship form. If you are interested or have questions, please contact one of our outstanding committee members (listed below).
Thank you!!! Cindy Detscher - mdetscher@comcast.net
, Liz Purnell - lizpurnell@comcast.net
, Jen Cassidy - jen.cassidy@me.com
, Lisa Wolfinger - lisa.wolfinger@gmail.com
, Jen Theodore - jentheodore@comcast.net
, Jen Spector - jen.spector@gmail.com
, Jodi Parsons - parsonsj@sau25.net, &
Jen Asdot - asdotj@sau25.net
Destination Imagination - Parent Info Night
Parent Info Night for Destination Imagination in all Schools will be held on Tuesday, September 27th at the McKelvie Intermediate Cafeteria. To learn more about the program and how to provide your child with this enrichment opportunity, please come and meet our District Coordinator, Marie Russell or email Marie at bedfordrocksdi@gmail.com. For more information and to find out what Destination Imagination is all about, click on THIS link.
Ecosmith Recycle Bins for Destination Imagination
Did you know that every school in the district has an Ecosmith Recycle Bin? This is a great way to donate/recycle old clothes, while helping raise funds for our teams who advance to Global Finals each year. You can put any kind of fabrics in these bins, towels and stuffed animals too. Ripped shirts and pants with holes are fine, as well as well worn shoes. Bedford DI greatly appreciates your continued participation in this program.
PTG Gift Wrap
Gift Wrap and More- Looking for quality gift wrap? New this year, McKelvie families will be able to order quality wrapping paper, delicious snacks, gifts, gadgets and more online through Meadow Farms. This fundraiser runs Monday, September 19th - Monday, October 3rd and all proceeds go right back into our schools! Click Here to start shopping.
In Previous News...
From the PTG
Back to school greetings from the PTG! We are looking forward to another great school year full of fantastic programs and events for our students, staff and families. We are happy to announce that we are now accepting donations via PAYPAL. For more information on our programming or to make a donation online visit our website at www.bedfordptg.org. Donations via check can be made out to Bedford PTG and returned to school with students in the PTG support envelops that have been sent home. With your support we are able to put $70,000/year in programs and events into our schools!!
Volunteer packets will be coming home with students. You can also access the form at www.bedfordptg.org under “Join Us”. Please check out all of the great opportunities to help out at McKelvie. We encourage parents to consider checking the "let me know about all opportunities box". It is a great way to know what is going on around school. You can simply delete the email if it’s an event that you are unable to attend.
Hannaford Dollars
There is only one collection tower for Hannaford Dollars. It is located at the Jenkins Road Hannaford. To save you a trip, feel free to drop them off at McKelvie. Collection lasts until December 3rd.
Box Tops
Please send in your box tops! Parent Volunteer, Stephanie Richards, is our Shopping Rewards Coordinator. For questions, please email: spare111778@aol.com
McKelvie Volunteer Orientation
McKelvie’s Volunteer Orientation is Tuesday, September 20th, at 9:30am in the cafeteria. Whether you’re familiar with volunteering at McKelvie, or this is your first chance, come join us to learn about the many ways you can become involved throughout the school year. Younger children always welcome to attend.
Come be a part of an exciting new year at McKelvie!
Hannaford Helps Reusable Bag Program
Hannaford Bedford stores on Kilton Road and Jenkins Road will donate $1.00 for every blue “Hannaford Helps” reusable bag purchased to the Bedford PTG, for the entire month of September!
Community Event Hosted by the PTG
You are invited to have “Coffee with the Principals” on Thursday, September 29th at BCTV, 9:30 - 10:30. Come meet our Principals and hear what’s in store for the school year. Presentation will be followed by a Q &A. Your younger children are welcome to attend. Coffee & light refreshments will be served.
Bedford Education Foundation
The Bedford Education Foundation Fall Fundraiser
Friday November 4, 2016
Manchester Country Club
7:00pm
Tickets available at www.seatyourself.biz/befnh
$50 for community members and $25 for faculty and staff in Bedford
Don’t miss this fantastic evening out for a great cause
For more information or for sponsorship opportunities please email info@befnh.org
Bedford Jimmy Fund Fundraiser
Two Bedford Jimmy Fund teams will be holding a fundraising carwash and bake sale on Saturday, September 17 at McKelvie. (rain date Sunday, September 18).
Want to volunteer to help with the Car Wash? Click HERE
These two teams with connections to McKelvie will be participating in the Jimmy Fund Walk to benefit the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute on Sunday, September 25!
To join a team and walk with us or to make a donation, choose one of the following links:
We hope to see lots of familiar faces in the car wash line! Thank you!
Have a great weekend ~
Michael Fournier
Principal
McKelvie Intermediate School
108 Liberty Hill Road
Bedford, NH 03110
603.472.3951 (W)
603.472.4503 (F)
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