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Bobcat Bulletin

10/28/24

Bobcat Bulletin10/28/24

Beech Street School believes in the power of a growth mindset. We are committed to our education, and we demonstrate resilience by persevering through our mistakes. With an optimistic outlook and consistent effort, we understand that with practice, we can overcome challenges. We take responsibility for our actions and learning, and treat one another with respect, to foster a caring and safe environment for all. As a community, we take pride in being Bobcat PROUD together!

Halloween Thursday 10/31/24

On Thursday, students are allowed to wear their costumes to school, but please do not bring any masks or props since we want to ensure the safety of all students and prevent any loss of costume items before trick-or-treating at night. Students are not allowed to wear fake blood as part of their school costume.


Our teachers have planned some Fall activities for the day, but we will not have any classroom parties. Please do not send any food items to be shared with the class, as the Manchester School District has a strict wellness policy that prohibits food in classrooms due to allergies and other dietary restrictions. This policy also applies to food sent to the school building on birthdays. If you would like to send something to a classroom for any celebration, it would be appropriate to send a non-food treat.


On Friday, after the trick-or-treating fun, your child can bring in two snack-size pieces of candy for their snack. However, please also send along a healthier snack option to go with it. Starting Monday, our regular snack policy will be back in effect, so please refrain from sending candy to school.

Popcorn is back!

Popcorn Day is back! Students can buy a bag of freshly popped popcorn for only 50 cents every Wednesday as a snack. Popcorn orders are taken during morning attendance, so students must arrive on time to place their orders. Each student is limited to two bags. Thank you to our new parent volunteers and Community Schools facilitator, Loren Robidas, for making this treat possible!

Show Up Manchester

October Class Challenge!

Mrs. Ryan's 1st-grade class leads with only one unexcused absence throughout October! The class with the best percentage will win the class attendance challenge at the end of next week. You can support your child's class in the challenge by calling or emailing the school to excuse absences, as long as your student has missed less than ten days. Absences can also be excused with a doctor's note. We know how important attendance is, but it's equally important to keep your student home if they have a fever, are vomiting, or have diarrhea for 24 hours after the symptoms go away.

Parent Teacher Conferences

Parent-teacher conferences are scheduled for November 7th and 8th. We thank those who have already scheduled an appointment slot during open house. If you missed open house, please contact your child's teacher to arrange a conference time to discuss your student's progress at the start of the school year.

Contacting your child's teacher

Ways to contact your child's teacher:


  1. Email
  2. Call (603)624-6314 and leave them a message
  3. School Status Connect App (Coming Soon)


We understand that as a parent, you may have specific concerns about your child's education and well-being. However, during student pickup, our teachers need to focus on ensuring a safe departure for all students with their families. We also respect the privacy of our students and their families, and therefore, we do not hold personal conversations about a student during this time. If you would like to speak with your child's teacher, please feel free to use one of the communication methods provided, and our teacher will respond to you as soon as possible. Thank you for understanding!

School Breakfast and Lunch

You may be eligible for free or reduced-cost school breakfast and lunch. You can apply online in as little as 15 minutes – you can get your application started today at www.myschoolapps.com/Application.


You can find more information on our school meals program at www.mansd.org/page/food-nutrition-services.


School meal costs for the 2024-2025 school year:

  • Breakfast

    • Full Price: $1.50

    • Reduced Price: $0.00

  • Lunch

    • Elementary
    • Full Price: $2.70

    • Reduced Price: $0.40

  • All Schools Cold Lunch Milk Prices: $0.70

Daily Bell Schedule

8:00-Doors open for Breakfast only

8:15-Doors open K enters in cafeteria, 1st grade enters the modular classrooms, 2nd+4th grades enter in back library door, and 3rd grade enters in the garden door.

8:30-Doors close and gates are locked. All students must enter the main office and are tardy. You will receive an automated call that your student was late for school.


2:50-Dismissal on the playground.

IMPORTANT DATES

October 30th - Popcorn Day

October 31st - Costume Day (no masks, makeup, or accessories)

November 5th - No School - Election Day

November 6th - Picture Retake Day

November 7th - Parent-Teacher Conferences 3:00-6:00

November 8th - Early Release Day - Parent-Teacher Conferences 11:50-2:50

November 11th - No School - Veterans' Day

November 27th-November 30th - Thanksgiving Break

Volunteers Welcome!

If you're interested in helping out with classroom preparation, supervising during lunch, or organizing games at recess, please contact Mrs. Wheeler at the office to participate. We appreciate any extra help!

This Week's Lunch Menu

MONDAY

Cheeseburger

Yogurt parfait with fruit and granola

Turkey and Cheese sandwich

Carrots

Sun Butter Sandwich w/ String Cheese

Assorted Fruit

1%, Skim or NF Chocolate Milk

TUESDAY

Chicken Nuggets

Hard Boiled Egg with crackers

Spinach salad with Ham and Turkey

Celery

Sun Butter Sandwich w/ String Cheese

Assorted Fruit

1%, Skim or NF Chocolate Milk

WEDNESDAY

Turkey Taco with Chips

Egg Salad on a roll

Garden salad with grilled chicken

Cucumber

Sun Butter Sandwich w/ String Cheese

Assorted Fruit

1%, Skim or NF Chocolate Milk

THURSDAY

Hot Dog

Chicken Salad on a bun

Spinach salad with Egg and cheese

Baked beans

Sun Butter Sandwich w/ String Cheese

Assorted Fruit

1%, Skim or NF Chocolate Milk

FRIDAY

Pizza

Tuna Salad on a bun

Chef's Choice Salad

Corn

Sun Butter Sandwich w/ String Cheese

Assorted Fruit

1%, Skim or NF Chocolate Milk

BEECH STREET PENCILS AND STICKERS $1 EACH FRIDAYS AT LUNCH

Community Flyers

Salvation Army Christmas Assistance Program English

Salvation Army Christmas Assistance Program Spanish

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CONTACT US

333 Beech Street, Manchester, NH 03103

phone: (603)624-6314

email: beech@mansd.org

website : beech.mansd.org

Have a great night and we look forward to seeing you tomorrow!

Kelly Newman
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