RBS Principal’s Notes
April 23, 2021
Parent Resources
Daily Health Screening for Students
RBS Hybrid Parent Guide Travel Guidance
RBS Remote Parent Guide Bedford Reopening Plan
COVID-19 Schools Dashboard BSD Metrics Information
Student Socialization Tips Quarantine Protocols
PROCEDURE TO REPORT COVID CASES OR CONTACT TRACES
For reporting purposes during out of school hours:
Please use THIS FORM to report if your child has tested positive for COVID.
Please use THIS FORM to report if your child has been contact traced.
The last day of school is confirmed as Friday, June 11th. RBS students will be dismissed at 12:20 PM. There will be no After School Program that day.
I hope everyone has a relaxing and fun-filled vacation! We’ll see you back on Monday, May 3rd.
IN THE NEWS:
Volunteers for Field Day
Our Volunteer Coordinators are organizing volunteers for our Field Days.
May 25 – Grades 1 & 2 (rain date: May 27)
May 26 – Grades 3 & 4 Field (rain date: May 28)
If you are interested, please sign up HERE.
Last call for Book Fair
RBS families have already purchased nearly 500 books towards our fundraising goal, and there's still time to order! Orders must be placed by April 25th using the address below. All purchases will be delivered to your home. Free shipping for book orders over $25.
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/riddlebrookschool1
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
VIRTUAL COLOR BLAST FUN RUN/WALK REGISTER NOW!
Support our Schools by having your own Mini Color Blast! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER and participate virtually May 22nd-31st. Registration closes Wednesday, May 19th. Visit our COLOR BLAST webpage for more information.
COMMUNITY CONVERSATION WITH SUPERINTENDENT FOURNIER: Hosted by the PTG, Superintendent Mike Fournier invites you for another “Community Conversation”. Ask your questions, share your opinions or just come listen! This is a small informal gathering to discuss Bedford School District happenings. Questions and comments are encouraged. Please RSVP to attend as seating is limited (adhering to social distancing guidelines) and masks are required.
Wednesday May 5th; 9:00am
At the SAU Office (Boardroom)
RSVP to attend: Click HERE
Due to limited seating we are unable to accommodate children at this meeting. Apologies for this inconvenience.
MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS DISCUSSION SERIES: Thursday, May 6th @ 7pm: THE POSITIVE IMPACT OF COVID: How to Not Only Survive but Thrive!
This is the 3rd and final event in our series of Mental Health and Wellness discussions brought to you by PTG and the Bedford School District. It will be held at the BHS Theater (masks and social distancing required; seating is limited to 100) and will be aired live on BCTV (channel 23). This discussion will be led by Diane Vaccarello (Licensed Family Therapist), along with Lisa Jacques and Jess Bennett from BHS and moderated by Mike Fournier. If you have questions on this topic, you can email them in advance to bedfordnhptg@gmail.com or submit them at the event. The panelists will do their best to address as many questions/concerns they can related to the discussion topic.
To see the first 2 sessions, please click on the links below.
Psychological First Aid: Parents, Kids and Mental Health 3-18-21
Parents of High Schoolers: A Deeper Dive - How to best support your Teens' Wellness
YEAR IN REVIEW WITH OUR PRINCIPALS: You are invited to watch the Principals from all six schools as they review the 2020-21 school year on Friday, May 7th from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. broadcast live on BCTV. This is a great opportunity to hear about how our schools have embraced this unique year and get information on other important topics. Please email questions before May 7th for the Q&A session that follows the presentation to bedfordnhptg@gmail.com.
Happy Spring Vacation!
DONATE YOUR OLD SHOES, PURSES AND BAGS
Destination Imagination are having their special shoe/bag drive through Ecosmith Recyclers. From now until end May, you can donate all your old paired shoes, boots, sneakers, heels etc and your purses/bags too (no flip flops or cleats). Ecosmith no longer accept old shoes that cannot be reword or broken zippers. It is important that the special blue or green bags are used and these can be found in the school vestibule, OR thru our DI Coordinator, Marie Russell. You can deposit the bags directly into the bin in the school parking lot. Note: if your bag is too full, it will not fit in the slot. Also, if you find the bin full, please let Mrs. Russell know. We would also like to remind you that, clothing, fabrics, stuffed animals etc can always be donated year round in this bin. As always, Bedford DI appreciates your support. For more info on where your donation goes, click here. Mrs. Russell's email is bedfordrocksdi@gmail.com
Thank you for your support and happy spring cleaning!
REMINDERS:
Masks in School
Please read THIS MESSAGE from Assistant Superintendent Laliberte regarding the continuation of the BSD mask protocol.
Placement Information
As we move into the last stretch of the school year, we are starting to think about placement for 2021/2022. Please read THIS LETTER, which outlines the process.
Teacher Appreciation Week
Our generous and hardworking RBS Volunteer Coordinators are currently working on plans for Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week (May 10-14). They are looking for volunteers throughout that week. If you’re able to help, please click on this SIGN UP GENIUS.
RBS Book Fair
The RBS Book Fair is open through April 25! Empower your kids by joining them as they browse and choose books in the fun, interactive Virtual Book Fair. All book sales earn funds for new books for RBS classroom libraries. Win! Win!
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/riddlebrookschool1
Summer Camps Opportunity
The NH Department of Education is partnering with Summer Camps across NH to give children opportunities this summer. Click HERE for more information. Questions should be directed to Tyler Govia at Comms@doe.nh.gov. These programs are not affiliated with or recommended by the Bedford School District. Families are encouraged to contact the NHDOE or specific summer camp directly with questions.
Preschool Openings Still Available
There are still spots available for the 2021-2022 School Year in the Bedford Early Education Program (BEEP) at Memorial School. There are openings in our 3 year old programs, and our 4 year old afternoon program. For registration information, please click HERE or pick up a registration packet at Memorial School!
Please contact Katie Ryan, Preschool Coordinator, with any further questions about the BEEP Program 627-1776 ext 23216.
Summer Skills Math Books
Can you believe that it is time to start thinking about summer? If you would like to order a Summer Skills Math Sharpener workbook for your child, please use this link. You will be able to order the book online and it will be shipped right to your house.
The purpose of these workbooks is to review the math skills taught during the school year. It is suggested that you order a workbook that is at the same grade level that your child is in NOW.
Travel Protocols
As we approach Spring Vacation (April 26-30), please be advised of the DHHS travel guidance and NH COVID-19 Travel Guidance . Below are the highlights:
Domestic travel within the US no longer requires quarantine upon return to NH (this includes domestic travel to US territories)
Even though a person may not be required to quarantine after Domestic travel, the CDC does suggest that people seek testing 3-5 days after travel for asymptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infection; testing is recommended and helpful to identify positive cases- testing by PCR is recommended. Your child may attend school while awaiting their PCR test for domestic travel if asymptomatic.
International travel continues to require a 10 day quarantine, or a 7 day quarantine with a PCR test on day 6-7 with a negative test result.
Travel on a cruise ship also requires a 10 day quarantine, or a 7 day quarantine with a PCR test on day 6-7 with a negative test result.
Everyone who chooses to travel, regardless of vaccination status or prior immunity, should wear a well fitted, multi-layer face mask, physically distance (i.e. maintain at least 6 feet from other people), avoid large groups and gatherings, frequently sanitize hands, and self-monitor for symptoms.
If your child is symptomatic after travel your child should isolate and get tested, and parents inform the school nurse.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
April 12-25 – Online Scholastic Book Fair
April 26-30 – Spring Vacation
May 4 – Kindergarten Orientation 12:30 PM Rooms 216/218
May 5 – Grade 1 Orientation 12:30 PM Rooms 216/218
May 25 – Grades 1 & 2 Field Day (rain date: May 27)
May 26 – Grades 3 & 4 Field Day (rain date: May 28)
May 31 – Memorial Day Observed – NO SCHOOL
June 10 – Kindergarten Recognition Day
June 11 –Last Day of School/Move Up Day/4th Grade Clap Out
Events that will be scheduled once the last day of school is set:
BHS Senior Clap Out or Honk Out (Format of event—TBD)
