What a week! Spirit week was a blast. Kids looked terrific in their red for Red Ribbon Week and sports jerseys for Sports Day, and I think Emoji/Meme Day is my new favorite theme!
The Move-A-Thon was one of the best yet, and for that I'd like to thank the all of the parents and staff members that volunteered for the past several weeks to pull off such an amazing feat. Organizing t-shirt sales, purchasing the raffle baskets, promoting the Move-A-Thon and organizing the day of the event takes hundreds of hours from a ton of volunteers. Thank you all for your tremendous efforts in making this year's Move-A-Thon such a big success!
Important Dates:
October 31st-Spirit Day: Wear a fun, school appropriate costume
November 7-13 Fall Book Fair
November 11th-No School Veteran's Day
Red Ribbon Week:
One of the ways McKelvie students participated in National Red Ribbon Week (October 23rd-31st) was signing the pledge on Officer Nightingale’s office door. By doing so, students pledge to grow up safe, healthy, and drug free by understanding the dangers of drug use and abuse, respecting oneself and being drug free, and spreading the word to family and friends about the importance of being healthy and drug free.
Library News:
Hello McKelvie! Thank you to all of the community members who helped support our Move-A-Thon! This was an amazing event on a perfect fall day. Your support helped to create connections and memories for so many of our students! Click HERE to see the Bedford PTG's Rocky visiting our space! He was "rocking" Move-A-Thon sunglasses in support of our fundraiser.
November 7-13 Fall Book Fair
November 11th-No School Veteran's Day
Red Ribbon Week:
One of the ways McKelvie students participated in National Red Ribbon Week (October 23rd-31st) was signing the pledge on Officer Nightingale’s office door. By doing so, students pledge to grow up safe, healthy, and drug free by understanding the dangers of drug use and abuse, respecting oneself and being drug free, and spreading the word to family and friends about the importance of being healthy and drug free.
Library News:
Hello McKelvie! Thank you to all of the community members who helped support our Move-A-Thon! This was an amazing event on a perfect fall day. Your support helped to create connections and memories for so many of our students! Click HERE to see the Bedford PTG's Rocky visiting our space! He was "rocking" Move-A-Thon sunglasses in support of our fundraiser.
Many 5th grade classes have been coming to the McKelvie Library to "taste books!" This has been a unique and fun way to expose students (and staff members) to various genres of books! Five minute "bites or samples" of these books at our McKelvie Library Restaurant have enabled students to self-select books they might want to check out and enjoy a whole serving of. Click HERE to see students sampling and even see a staff member enjoying a bite! Books have been flying out of our library as a result of our tastings!
Here in the McKelvie Library we are showing our "Mustang Pride!" We are getting ready to complete a Rubik's Cube mosaic of McKelvie's school mascot! Click HERE to see an Adobe Spark of the Rubik's Cube boxes, the organization that ensued after unpacking the 225 cubes, and the mosaic we will attempt to recreate with Rubik's Cubes.
Have a wonderful weekend! ~Mrs. Cote
Pat's Peak:
Pats Peak Learn to Ski and Ride Program- Sign-up for this year's Learn to Ski or Ride (LTSR) program at Pats Peak! This is a five-week Learn to Ski or Snowboard series for students in grades 1-8. The program runs Friday, January 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31. There are 3:30 and 4:30 lessons available, or if you have an experienced student, they can opt to just do the lift ticket. Rentals are available for an additional cost. You must provide your own transportation, as this is not a school-sponsored activity. An adult must be present during the lessons.
To sign up: www.patspeak.com/LTSR. Select "CLICK HERE TO REGISTER".
Login info:
3:30 PM lessons: bedford330
4:30 PM lessons: bedford430
To receive the discounted rate, registration must be paid in full by November 15th. Please contact Kris Balistreri at shepador2005@yahoo.com or Kim Peicker at kpeicker@comcast.net with any questions. Visit the Bedford NH Pats Peak Ski and Ride 2020 Facebook page for more information.
Crotched Mountain Ski Program:
The Crotched Mountain ski program is back for 2019-20! For just $149, students can ski on five Fridays starting Friday, January 3rd, and this year they do not have to head to the ticket windows to pick up passes - they can just show and go (with a valid pass). On February 18th, they will be eligible to receive a pass for the remainder of the season at 7 mountains including Mount Snow, Attitash, and Wildcat!
Lessons and equipment rentals are optional and transportation is not provided by the program. The $149 rate is valid until December 18.
Parents can reach out for more details here (lofoxx@gmail.com) or visit bedfordski.com for more information.
PTG News:
ANNUAL PTG GIFT CARD PROGRAM: Ready to get a head start on holiday shopping? For every gift card you buy through PTG’s Gift Card program, a percentage of the purchase price will be donated to our schools! We are featuring many local area merchants, along with your favorite national businesses. Order forms have been sent home with students in grades K-8. For BHS families or anyone needing an order form CLICK HERE . For program information CLICK HERE.
Order due dates offered:
November 6th for Pre-Thanksgiving/Hanukkah Delivery
December 4th for Pre-Christmas Delivery
COMMUNITY FORUM ON THE VAPING EPIDEMIC: Join the PTG, BeBOLD and the School District on Wednesday, November 6th, 7pm at Lurgio's Media Center for a community forum on the vaping epidemic. The evening will consist of presentations from medical professionals, school administrations, and law enforcement followed by a Q&A session designed to educate and inform parents/guardians on the dangers of vaping. CLICK HERE for more details.
BEDFORD PTG SKI, SKATE & MORE SALE:
Save On New And Used Winter Sports Equipment & Apparel! PTG’s annual SKI, SKATE and MORE SALE will take place on Saturday, November 23, 2019 from 9AM - 2PMat Bedford High School. New and used ski equipment, snowboards, winter boots, outerwear and more will be on sale from local area merchants and consignor families. This sale provides a cost-effective opportunity to outfit you and your family for the upcoming winter season!
Sell Your Gear And Clothing: Turn your outgrown or gently used winter gear and apparel into some cash while also supporting Bedford schools. Visit PTG Website for consignment information. You can drop off your pre-tagged items at the BHS Gymnasium on Friday, November 22, between 5PM – 8PM. Please note: If you need to print your tags on site at BHS during equipment drop off there will be a $1.00 charge per tag.
Volunteer: Many volunteers are needed to make this event a success. Click HERE get involved.
CARDIGAN CORNER at SKI, SKATE and MORE SALE! PTG is excited to again offer “Cardigan Corner” at the Ski, Skate and More Sale. For families whose kids have conquered Lurgio’s Mt. Cardigan experience as part of the RAL 8th grade environmental unit of study and have gear to consign, or for those looking for a good deal on quality used items for the upcoming adventure…Cardigan Corner is for you!
Here in the McKelvie Library we are showing our "Mustang Pride!" We are getting ready to complete a Rubik's Cube mosaic of McKelvie's school mascot! Click HERE to see an Adobe Spark of the Rubik's Cube boxes, the organization that ensued after unpacking the 225 cubes, and the mosaic we will attempt to recreate with Rubik's Cubes.
Have a wonderful weekend! ~Mrs. Cote
Pat's Peak:
Pats Peak Learn to Ski and Ride Program- Sign-up for this year's Learn to Ski or Ride (LTSR) program at Pats Peak! This is a five-week Learn to Ski or Snowboard series for students in grades 1-8. The program runs Friday, January 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31. There are 3:30 and 4:30 lessons available, or if you have an experienced student, they can opt to just do the lift ticket. Rentals are available for an additional cost. You must provide your own transportation, as this is not a school-sponsored activity. An adult must be present during the lessons.
To sign up: www.patspeak.com/LTSR. Select "CLICK HERE TO REGISTER".
Login info:
3:30 PM lessons: bedford330
4:30 PM lessons: bedford430
To receive the discounted rate, registration must be paid in full by November 15th. Please contact Kris Balistreri at shepador2005@yahoo.com or Kim Peicker at kpeicker@comcast.net with any questions. Visit the Bedford NH Pats Peak Ski and Ride 2020 Facebook page for more information.
Crotched Mountain Ski Program:
The Crotched Mountain ski program is back for 2019-20! For just $149, students can ski on five Fridays starting Friday, January 3rd, and this year they do not have to head to the ticket windows to pick up passes - they can just show and go (with a valid pass). On February 18th, they will be eligible to receive a pass for the remainder of the season at 7 mountains including Mount Snow, Attitash, and Wildcat!
Lessons and equipment rentals are optional and transportation is not provided by the program. The $149 rate is valid until December 18.
Parents can reach out for more details here (lofoxx@gmail.com) or visit bedfordski.com for more information.
PTG News:
ANNUAL PTG GIFT CARD PROGRAM: Ready to get a head start on holiday shopping? For every gift card you buy through PTG’s Gift Card program, a percentage of the purchase price will be donated to our schools! We are featuring many local area merchants, along with your favorite national businesses. Order forms have been sent home with students in grades K-8. For BHS families or anyone needing an order form CLICK HERE . For program information CLICK HERE.
Order due dates offered:
November 6th for Pre-Thanksgiving/Hanukkah Delivery
December 4th for Pre-Christmas Delivery
COMMUNITY FORUM ON THE VAPING EPIDEMIC: Join the PTG, BeBOLD and the School District on Wednesday, November 6th, 7pm at Lurgio's Media Center for a community forum on the vaping epidemic. The evening will consist of presentations from medical professionals, school administrations, and law enforcement followed by a Q&A session designed to educate and inform parents/guardians on the dangers of vaping. CLICK HERE for more details.
BEDFORD PTG SKI, SKATE & MORE SALE:
Save On New And Used Winter Sports Equipment & Apparel! PTG’s annual SKI, SKATE and MORE SALE will take place on Saturday, November 23, 2019 from 9AM - 2PMat Bedford High School. New and used ski equipment, snowboards, winter boots, outerwear and more will be on sale from local area merchants and consignor families. This sale provides a cost-effective opportunity to outfit you and your family for the upcoming winter season!
Sell Your Gear And Clothing: Turn your outgrown or gently used winter gear and apparel into some cash while also supporting Bedford schools. Visit PTG Website for consignment information. You can drop off your pre-tagged items at the BHS Gymnasium on Friday, November 22, between 5PM – 8PM. Please note: If you need to print your tags on site at BHS during equipment drop off there will be a $1.00 charge per tag.
Volunteer: Many volunteers are needed to make this event a success. Click HERE get involved.
CARDIGAN CORNER at SKI, SKATE and MORE SALE! PTG is excited to again offer “Cardigan Corner” at the Ski, Skate and More Sale. For families whose kids have conquered Lurgio’s Mt. Cardigan experience as part of the RAL 8th grade environmental unit of study and have gear to consign, or for those looking for a good deal on quality used items for the upcoming adventure…Cardigan Corner is for you!
McKelvie Pics:
Mrs. McGinty, Officer Nightingale, Peyton, Brooke, and Cameron for Red Ribbon Week
Simon, Joe, and Tessa taking core samples from Mount Cupcake
Cooper and Chris playing Move-A-Thon Spanish Headbands
Lindsay and Anna playing Move-A-Thon Spanish Headbands
Ryan, Molly, and Lauren at Chipotle Night shenanigans!
Teagan, Mea, Lukas and James at Chipotle!
Enjoy the rest of the weekend!
Jen Asdot
