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Dear Parents, Guardians, Students, and Staff,

As we gear up for the new school year, I am thrilled to extend a warm welcome to our wonderful community! I want to express my excitement in meeting all our incoming 5th-grade students and newcomers. We can't wait to embark on this educational journey together, filled with learning, growth, and memorable experiences. Our school community is about to be enriched with new perspectives and talents, and I am certain that each one of you will contribute to making it an even more vibrant and supportive place.

To our returning students and staff, we are excited to see you again! I hope that your summer break has been rejuvenating and filled with joy. At SMS we are dedicated to providing an environment that nurtures a Caring, Cooperative, and Respectful community of learners.

Our dedicated team of teachers and staff has been hard at work to ensure that this year will be engaging, fulfilling, and safe for everyone. We have exciting activities and projects planned, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive atmosphere for all. Below you will find information about the start of school. In my next update, there will be additional information that will help your family prepare for the first day of school.

Tim Conway Principal

5th Grade Orientation is August 29th from 1:30pm to 3:00pm

Parking

Parking will be in-front of SMS. Overflow parking will be out back. Please come through the front entrance of SMS.

Entering the Building

We will have a greeter at the door that will direct you towards the 5th grade wing.

What will happen at 5th grade Orientation

This is a chance for you and your student to meet the 5th grade team, school counselors, and available specialist! Your students will also be able to see the building and the location of their classrooms.

Mark your calendars! The initial meeting for the 8th-grade Washington DC trip is set for September 6th at 6 pm. We will gather in the South Meadow School Gym for this important event. Make sure to attend as we will be discussing all the essential details about the trip. Looking forward to seeing you there!

Please note if your student is taking the late bus from after school activities. Please be aware this is not the regular afternoon schedule, students will be dropped off at centralized locations. If you have any questions about the late bus please call 603-924-7105

The dedicated SMS staff is putting in significant effort to finalize student schedules, fully aware of the eager anticipation among students to know their class assignments and teachers. Rest assured, schedules will be made available during the week of August 21st, providing students ample time to prepare for the upcoming academic year. The school is committed to ensuring a smooth and exciting start to the new school year for all students.

This year there are three applications.

1: EHP Application 2023 - Returning Students This is for those students who have done EHP in the past and the due date is September 5. Classes will start later that week.

2: EHP Application VEX and Mind Puzzles This is for those who may have been in EHP or wanting to do EHP for VEX (grades 7 &8) or Mind Puzzles. Due date for this one is September 29th, and starts on the 10 of October.

3: EHP Application for New Students This is for everyone new to EHP other than those in VEX or Mind Puzzles especially for 5th grade. Deadline is October 25th and we will start the second day of the second quarter.

Email Mrs. Brezovec if you have any questions. mbrezovec@conval.edu

If your incoming 5th grader is interested in joining the SMS Band and/or Chorus (yes they can participate in both at the same time) please fill out the below link.

This year, SMS had an incredible celebration as we were able to retain 73 out of 74 staff members. However, we are still on the lookout for a talented 5th-grade math teacher to join our team. Your help in spreading the word would be greatly appreciated as we seek to find an excellent candidate to fill this important role at SMS. Together, let's bring in the next exceptional teacher to contribute to our school's success!

We kindly ask for your patience as our dedicated staff is currently working on putting together the supply lists for all grade levels. Rest assured, we are coordinating to send them out at the same time, ensuring a smooth and organized distribution. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to providing you with the necessary information soon!

August 1, 2023

Dear SMS Parents,

My name is Tod Silegy and I am the athletic director at South Meadow School. I am writing this letter if your son/ daughter is interested in trying out for a 2023 fall sport at South Meadow School. Try out dates for boys white and blue team soccer, girls soccer, girls field hockey, boys and girls cross country, and girls volleyball, will start on Wednesday, August 30th, right after school. All athletes will report to the gym to meet me and their respective coach.

Try out times for all fall sports will run 2:30 to 4:00 and will be at South Meadow School.

All students trying out for teams will be done with practice and off the field, course, court, by 4:05. Students may go home on the late bus, walk home, or be collected by their parents in the Back upper parking lot. Due to safety reasons, all parent pick up is out back to avoid the buses. We request you pick up your child no later than 4:10.

Students in grades six, seven, and eight, are eligible to play field hockey, soccer, and club volleyball. Students in grades fifth, sixth, seventh, and eight are eligible to run cross country for the boys or girls teams.

All students trying out must bring with them a completed parent permission/emergency form. This must be handed to the respective coach on the first day of practice. An updated or current physical form must be sent to our nurse Tricia Harris before tryouts. Updated means that your son or daughter has had a physical within the last two years. For example: If you son/daughter had a physical as a sixth grader he/she would need an updated physical as an eighth grader. Please remember THAT UPDATED PHYSICAL FORM must be sent or emailed to the SMS nurse at: pharris@conval.edu, before the first day of practice. You may download both forms on the SMS Sports website and they are also attached.

Please direct any questions to me at 924-7105 ext. 1268. I will be out of my office until August. You may email me at tsilegy@conval.edu as well.

SMS fax number is: 603-924-2064

Sincerely yours,

Tod Silegy

SMS Athletic Director

P. S.

All students for soccer and field hockey should bring with them to try outs appropriate foot-wear, shin guards, and a mouth piece. Field hockey athletes must also wear PROTECTIVE EYE WEAR and supply their own stick. Cross country athletes must bring appropriate foot-wear and clothing for running. Volleyball athletes should bring sneakers and appropriate clothing. ALL athletes should bring WATER BOTTLES. No one will be allowed to share!

Thanks Terry Berna!!

Please fill in the request form below if you would like for your child to have a free ChessKid account for the remainder of the year. Once I receive the request I will add in their account using their school username and password. I will send them an email to let them know when they are set up. Click Here for the Request Form

We will again be using Pickup Patrol with a 1pm deadline. After 1pm please call or email the office 924-7105. Pickup patrol is used for student transportation changes and after school plans.

• NHED has awarded nearly $800,000 for this summer’s ReKINDling Curiosity program – hoping to ensure that every child who wants to attend a fun and engaging summer camp has the opportunity. This flyer outlines scholarship and eligibility information. Applications will be accepted until Aug. 31, or when funds are exhausted.

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Email: tconway@conval.edu
Website: https://sms.convalsd.net/
Location: 108 Hancock Road, Peterborough, NH, USA
Phone: (603) 924-7105