RBS Principal’s Notes
September 25, 2020
Parent Resources
K-8 Hybrid Calendar Daily Health Screening for Students
RBS Hybrid Parent Guide Quarantine Protocols/Flowchart
RBS Remote Parent Guide RBS Welcome & Orientation Video
Bedford Reopening Plan COVID-19 Schools Dashboard
Monthly Friday Schedule
October 2: Group B (L-Z)
October 9: Group A (A-K)
October 16: Group B (L-Z)
October 23: Group A (A-K)
IN THE NEWS:
Specialists’ Open House Videos
Please click HERE for a document containing videos/slideshows from our specialists. You will receive a separate communication from your child’s classroom teacher with his/her Open House Video/Slideshow.
Permanent Sub Position at RBS
Each school in the district is looking for a permanent substitute to work in our buildings 4 days/week. If anyone is interested in this position for RBS, please feel free to apply. If you have any questions about it, please reach out to Mr. Munsey or me. We’d be happy to answer your questions. The position is advertised on the district’s website, and the job description is as follows:
Description: Riddle Brook School is seeking a qualified candidate for the role of a School Assigned Substitute Teacher for the 2020-2021 School Year. Substitute will be assigned to Riddle Brook School four days each week. Schedule to be established by school. Successful candidates will be required to work in-person as well as remotely during the school year.
Schedule is as follows:
4 days a week
Rate of pay $110/day
This assignment is for the 2020-2021 school year.
Job Duties: Substitute teachers are responsible for implementing lesson plans and daily duties of the absent teacher.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree preferred and prior experience working with school age students preferred. NH Dept of Education certification in elementary education preferred
Application Procedure: Apply Online
Enrichment Riddle of the Week
Ms. Babine will post a new riddle each Friday (below) and reveal the answer the following Thursday. Families are encouraged to think together and come up with as many creative solutions as possible, and can submit responses through the Google Form link included on my website.
PTG News and Information
SUPPORT OUR SCHOOLS: As the district embarks on a very unique school year, the PTG is dedicated to embracing its challenges while continuing to cherish and celebrate past traditions. Due to the uncertainty of this year, the PTG will not be able to host all of its usual events, programs and fundraisers. Although some things may look different this year, the PTG is committed to working directly with the schools to focus on classroom, staff, student and school needs.
This year more than ever the PTG will rely on the generosity of our community. To support the PTG you can donate through PayPal by clicking HERE or by check made out to Bedford PTG (turn into your child’s school or mail to PO Box 10077 Bedford, NH). Through our Support Drive, 100% of your donation goes directly to the schools and students of Bedford.
LOOKING TO VOLUNTEER: The schools and the PTG appreciate your patience and understanding as we continue to focus on the safety of staff and students while minimizing volunteers in the buildings at this time. We will communicate volunteer needs as the PTG is made aware of them. Please complete a Volunteer Google Form for each school you have a child attending. To access the form click HERE or you can find them on the PTG website www.bedfordptg.org under PTG Forms. You need to fill this form out in order to hear about volunteer opportunities at the schools or district wide.
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 Wed., September 30th, from 4-5 p.m., at the Lurgio Middle School outdoor classroom tents.
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 thealey1027@gmail.com.
MEADOW FARMS GIFTS, WRAP AND MORE: Bringing you quality gift wrap, unique gifts, home & kitchen items, gourmet food, Kringle Candles and more. Our popular GIFTS, WRAP, AND MORE fundraiser is just around the corner. Brochures will be coming home with elementary students at the beginning of October. Online ordering only this year. 40% of sales goes back to our schools and orders ship directly to home! Sale runs from October 9-23.
SKI, SKATE AND MORE SALE for 2020 CANCELLED: We regret that we will not be able to host this event this year and we look forward to bringing it back in 2021.
BOX TOPS PROGRAM: Put away the scissors! No More Clipping! Box Tops has changed to fit today's families. The Box Tops mobile app uses state-of-the-art technology to scan your store receipt, find participating products and instantly add Box Tops to your school's earnings online. Visit www.btfe.com to learn more and start earning for our schools.
REMINDERS:
Release of Information Form for Tutors
If your child is working with a tutor or outside program on their Distance Learning days or Remote schedule, a release of information form must be completed by the parent/guardian for any staff member to be able to communicate with the tutors or outside program. This includes the paraprofessionals answering Distance Learning support questions. You can find the form HERE. Please fill it out and return it to your child’s teacher, if applicable.
Hybrid Quarantining Protocol for Absences
Quarantined students will be marked absent on the days they are scheduled to be in-school (A-K or L-Z) and present on their scheduled Distance Learning days, provided that they are able to do the work that the teacher has assigned.
Tips for Remote and Distance Learning
Our counselor, Mrs. Blaine, has created a helpful resource for parents/guardians to use with their children while they are learning at home through Remote or Distance Learning. You can find it HERE.
Distance Learning Support
This is a reminder about the Distance Learning Support that is outlined in our Hybrid Parent Guide (linked above):
Distance Learning Support: During Distance Learning days, parents or students can contact a designated staff member to answer curriculum and instruction questions.
Please email your questions by 9:00 AM. That person will investigate the solution and respond to the parent/guardian in a timely manner.
Kindergarten:
Andrea Nettleship (Mrs. Zimmerman’s Class) nettleshipa@sau25.net
Michelle MacDonald (Mrs. Sanclemente’s Class) macdonaldm@sau25.net
Grade 1: Alicia DeLage delagea@sau25.net
Grade 2: Karen Coffey coffeyk@sau25.net
Grade 3: Stephanie Maglio maglios@sau25.net
Grade 4: Carolyn Boulanger boulangerc@sau25.net
UPCOMING EVENTS:
September 27-28 – Yom Kippur
October 12 – Columbus Day Observance – NO SCHOOL
October 30 – End of Quarter 1
October 31 – Happy Halloween!
November 3 – Presidential Election – NO SCHOOL
November 6 – Report Cards Released (Grades 2-4)
November 11 – Veterans’ Day Observance – NO SCHOOL
November 25-27 – Thanksgiving Break
