RBS Principal’s Notes
April 6, 2018
Tentative Last Day of School: Wednesday, June 20th
IN THE NEWS:
Book Fair
Thank you for supporting our Book Fair this week! I hope you were able to stop by and see how our rooms were transformed into a fun and engaging pet oasis! Our volunteers did an INCREDIBLE job, and I feel so fortunate to have them! A HUGE thank you to Jen Sufat, Shailagh Klicker, Anne Lewis and Heather Noonan!
RBS Spirit Week (April 16-20)
Monday, 4/16: Comfy Day (Dress in your comfy clothes.)
Tuesday, 4/17: Sports Day (*BHS Varsity Lacrosse Boys & Girls teams will be reading to classes.)
Wednesday, 4/18: Formal Day (Dress in your finest attire.)
Thursday, 4/19: History Day (Dress as your favorite historical figure.)
Friday, 4/20: RBS Spirit Day
Mother/Son Dance (Luau Theme)
Mark your calendar! Our annual Mother/Son Dance is scheduled for Friday, May 4th. More information coming soon! Boys can bring any special adult to the dance.
School Safety Update
On Thursday, April 19th at 6:00 PM in our RBS library, Superintendent McGee and Mrs. McCarthy will be sharing several updates regarding the safety and security of the Bedford School District. They will explain our District Emergency Operations Plan, including the Parent Emergency Plan portion. They will discuss recent improvements and answer questions. We hope you can make it.
2018/19 School Calendar
The school calendar for next year can be found HERE.
Destination Imagination State Tournament at BHS
Bedford DI is excited to welcome teams from across the state to the Destination Imagination State Tournament at Bedford High School this Saturday, April 7th. Over 100 teams will bring their solutions to STEM challenges, including the Arts and Community Service projects. Bedford DI has 10 teams who advanced. Everyone is welcome to come support the hometown teams. Admission is FREE! For a full tournament schedule see http://nh-di.org/nh/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/2018-State-Tournament-Schedule.pdf
PTG News and Information
COLOR BLAST REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!!! Over 175 runners are registered so far. Don’t miss your chance to get in on the colorful fun. This year our route is shorter and great for everyone in your family! Our Color Blast is scheduled for Sunday, June 3rd at 9:30AM. Click here to register and visit our Color Blast Fun Run website for event details including sponsorship and volunteering opportunities. Be sure to register by May 4th if you wish to purchase a “swag bag” that includes a Color Blast t-shirt, individual bag of color, sunglasses, and a bandana!
INTERESTED IN GETTING MORE INVOLVED WITH PTG AND BEDFORD SCHOOLS?
PTG has some exciting District and Board positions open for next school year (2018/19). Open roles include District Support, Gift Wrap, School Supplies, and Co-Barnes and Noble; along with Board roles including Secretary; and shadows for Treasurer and VP Publicity. If you have interest in any of these roles or would like to learn more please email bedfordnhptg@gmail.com by April 9th.
STAND BY ME COMMUNITY PRESENTATION - PTG is a proud sponsor of Lurgio’s Stand By Me program. All families are invited to the Stand Tall and Stand Together kick-off presentation at the BHS Theater on Monday, April 9th at 7pm. Click HERE for details.
YANKEE CANDLE - ONLINE EXTENSION UNTIL MAY 15th - Thank you to all who participated in the Yankee Candle Fundraiser. If you missed it, no need to worry! We are extending the fundraiser online until May 15th. Candles make a great gift for Mother's Day or any fun spring gathering! Click here and enter 999965479 in the Group # Box to shop.*** 40% of sales go back to our schools! ***
REMINDERS:
Counselor’s Corner
We’re excited to announce that we now have a Counselor’s Corner on our school’s website. In this site you are able to learn more about the RBS Guidance Program as well as access a variety of resources. You can find it under Staff Directory > Specialists. I’ve included it HERE as well.
Buses at the Back Circle
After the back circle is closed for parent drop-off (at approximately 7:50 each morning), school buses often use the circle to drop off students. If there is a bus in front of you with its stop sign out, please do not pass it. This is a safety concern as well as against the law.
Gsuite Information for Parents
Some of our parents have asked for an explanation of our Gsuite, the tools within Chrome our students now use for much of their schoolwork . Our technology teachers have developed this Gsuite Information for Parents.
Some of our parents have asked for an explanation of our Gsuite, the tools within Chrome our students now use for much of their schoolwork . Our technology teachers have developed this Gsuite Information for Parents.
For parents/guardians who are interested in seeing the work of their child, just ask your son/daughter to log in with their account or provide you with their password to showcase the work completed.
RBS Yearbook
Did you miss the deadline to order the 2017-2108 Riddle Brook School Yearbook? Not to worry, you can purchase the yearbook online until April 13. Visit www.schoolannual.com , select “Buy Student’s Yearbook,” and enter the school information.
4th Grade Play
Save the Date! On April 17th the entire fourth grade will present "Rats! The Story of the Pied Piper." Every boy and girl in fourth grade has a part to perform in the colorful re-telling of this classic folktale. Rehearsal (all during school hours) begins right after our February vacation, and will culminate in what promises to be a fabulous presentation to parents and friends at 6:30 PM on Tuesday, April 17th. You will not want to miss this!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
April 13 – RBS Family Fun Night
April 17 – 4th Grade Play (Rats!)
April 20 – Spain Brothers Concert/Blue Ribbon Flag Raising
April 23-27 – Spring Vacation
May 4 – Mother/Son Luau
May 8 – Kindergarten Orientation (12:30 PM)
May 9 – Grade 1 Orientation (12:30 PM)
May 15 – RBS Grandparents’ Day
May 16 – RBS Spring Concert (6:30 PM BHS Theater)
May 25 – District Workshop Day – No School for Students
May 28 – Memorial Day Observed – No School
May 30 – Field Day Grades 1 & 2 (Rain Date: June 1)
May 31 – Field Day Grades 3 & 4 (Rain Date: June 4)
June 3 – PTG Color Blast
June 6 & 7 – Grade 4 Field Trip to State House
June 19 – Kindergarten Recognition Day (Tentative)
June 20 – Tentative Last Day of School/Move Up Day
