December 6 Bright Night Bath

December 11 PTA meeting at DNS

December 13 FALCON GIFT NEST

December 23- January 1 NO SCHOOL

January 20 NO SCHOOL

February 17 NO SCHOOL

February 17-21 NO SCHOOL

We have been experiencing increased illness this Fall and we are headed into the winter season when Flu arrives as well. This is happening nationwide as we come out of the pandemic. Good hygiene practices and developing healthy habits will help.

Here are some ways we can stay healthy this winter.

• Reinforce good hand washing. Handwashing is the number one way to fight germs. It is important to teach children to wash their hands, especially before eating and after using the bathroom.

• Cough and sneeze into their sleeves or a tissue and dispose of properly. If your child has a cough/cold encourage them to cover their cough.

• Clean your screens! Screens carry lots of germs on them. As we use them more and more, they can be a source of infection.

• Get vaccinated.

• Stay home if your child has a fever (100.4 or greater) or vomiting. May return when fever free for 24 hours without fever reducing medication and 24 hours vomiting free.

• Encourage healthy habits- 9-12 hours of sleep for this age group. Regular exercise. Drinking water. Eating healthy - increase fruits and veggies and decrease sugar and processed foods.

We are experiencing high levels of Strep Throat.

While there are many illnesses that cause a sore throat. If you suspect Strep Throat,

get your child tested.

Pertussis( whooping cough) has increased in Maine this Fall and often appears like a common cold. Fisher Mitchell has not had any cases. This commonly includes runny or stuffy nose, low-grade fever, and mild occasional cough. One to two weeks after symptoms start, paroxysms, also known as coughing fits, may develop. Coughing fits this stage of illness can last up to 10 weeks, but usually lasts between 1 to 6 weeks. The cough generally gets worse and becomes more frequent during this stage of illness. Coughing fits can cause people to make a high-pitched, “whoop” when they inhale after a coughing fit, vomit during or after coughing fits, but may seem well in-between fits, have difficulty sleeping at night due to increased night-time coughing fits. People feel very tired after the fit but may seem well in-between fits. Those who experience these coughing fits may say it is the worst cough of their life. Children are vaccinated for pertussis, and boosters are given when children are near or at 11 years old which helps to reduce the risk.

Free Covid Tests

Be healthy,

Nurse Ricki

To volunteer or chaperone a field trip at any point this school year you will need to complete your volunteer application at: https://www.rsu1.org/page/volunteer-information.

A new application must be completed for EACH new school year.

It is quick and easy!

Our next Spirit Day Friday is January 3.

The theme is Monochromatic.

Wear many shades/versions of one color.

Here is the schedule for the entire year.

Thank you to all who donated to taping Mr. Berkowitz to the wall!

Over 750 feet of duct tape was used to hold him in place.

It was a great way to kick off Thanksgiving break.

Bright Night Bath is tonight! Don't miss out on all the fun things Main Street Bath has planned for tonight. The PTA will be on Center Street handing out free hot cocoa and free cookie kits. Make sure you stop by to say hello!

Your students recently brought home a flyer about the Falcon Gift Nest. The Falcon Gift Nest is when our FMS students can “go shopping” for gifts for their families for the upcoming holiday season. There is no charge for the students to participate in this event. We will be having the event on Friday, December 13th. Please make sure that all donations are dropped on by December 11th.

We will need lots of hands to make this successful. If you are interested in volunteering please sign up here https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0A48ABAD28A7FE3-53462356-falcon.

THE FALCON GIFT NEST DONATIONS: We are looking for small yard sale type items in good, very good or new condition. Below is a list of items we are accepting, and some items we cannot accept.

YES: knick knacks, new journals or drawing pads, puzzles, games, new candles, small photo frames (4”x6” or smaller), items for teens, small toys for younger children, mugs, items for Dad (high need!!!), Ties, Tools, Wallets, Socks, Work gloves, Mini Travel bags

NO: clothing or hats, hair accessories (unless new in package), stuffed animals, very fragile items, large items, VHS tapes, DVD’s, CD’s, books, household appliances or electronics

We are also in need of tissue paper, small gift bags, small boxes for jewelry, wrapping paper, tape and recycled bags with handles for items to go home with students.

Donations can be dropped off in the Fisher Mitchell office between 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. on days that school is in session. Last drop off date is Wednesday, December 11th.

Questions? Please contact the Bath Elementary PTA @ bathelementarypta@gmail.com. If you would like to make a financially donation to the Bath Elementary PTA please send a check to the school made out to Bath Elementary PTA OR use our Venmo @bathelementarypta

We will be holding our December meeting on 12/11 from 6:00 to 7:30 at DNS for anyone interested.

All are welcome!

Thank you!

Nicole Brassard President

Angela Commeau FMS Vice President

Jenny Byrnes DNS Vice President

Ariel Elwell Treasurer

bathelementarypta@gmail.com

Saturday, December 28th, 2024 at 6:00pm

Pajama Party wear your coziest PJs

Mariners pillow case giveaway to the first 1000 fans

Dike Newell, Fisher Mitchell, Phippsburg, Bath Middle, and Woolwich Central Schools

Check out all they have to offer, and register for fall sports, now! Register on line at http://www.bathrecreation.com/ FMI - contact the Recreation Department at 443-8360.

Be there for ME is a judgement-free place to get connected to support.

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