Bridgewater Bear Tracks

"On Nov. 5, 2024 the Northfield School District will ask voters to consider authorizing bonds to Reimagine Northfield High School. The high school facility faces numerous problems. This referendum will address these problems because the proposal is Safe, Smart, and Sustainable. Go to our website to get additional information regarding the bond referendum. Or better yet, attend a presentation or come to one of our high school tours!"

MEA break is October 17-18, so there will be no school for students and staff.

Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, Nov. 3rd. Don't forget to turn your clock back one hour for one extra hour of sleep.

Bridgewater Gear is for sale until November 4th, through Larson's Printing. You may go online to see the items: https://larsonsprinting.itemorder.com/ and enter the sale code: BRIDGE24 to make your selection. Attached below is the flyer and QR Code.

We will be celebrating Grandparents/Special Person Day on Tuesday, November 26th. You will receive information from your child’s teacher regarding the specific times and activities. We will provide refreshments in the commons area for our special guests. The parking lot will be full, and we will allow grandparents to park in the parking lots, the fire lane and the bus loop as long as cars are moved by 3:15 pm, in time for dismissal. Please don’t forget to notify your child’s teacher if you are allowing grandpa, grandma or special person to take your child home with them; we cannot allow them to go without your permission.

As the weather continues to get colder, students will want to wear warm clothes for going outside for recess. Please make sure to label clothing just in case they are left someplace and need to be returned to an owner.

Attendance letters are sent out each month to the parents of students who have missed more than eight days of school, irregardless of the absence being excused or unexcused. Please know that these letters are automatically generated, and are sent to you just to inform you of the total number of days. Feel free to contact Mr. Danielson if you have any questions.

In person fall conferences are returning this year and will be held on November 7th and November 12th from 3:30 p.m.- 5:30 p.m. The Book Fair will be held November 11-15th. Looking forward to seeing some of you then!

Our annual Veterans Day Assembly will be held on Monday, November 11th at 9:00 a.m. in the gymnasium. If you have a loved one who is currently serving or has served in the armed forces, please consider emailing a photo of him/her to be included in our 2024 Veteran's Day Slide Show. The slide show will be included in the assembly. All families and Veterans are welcome to attend. We will only accept digital photos in .jpeg format. Please email your photos to Kayla LaVoy at: klavoy@northfieldschools.org no later than Friday, November 1st. You will receive a confirmation email in return indicating that we received your photo.

Caroline is kind and considerate to everyone. She is always willing to help when needed or be there for a friend. Caroline is a positive, hard-working students who always brings a smile with her!

Jack is a role model for his peers. He works hard and wants to be his best. He also makes sure to look back and help others in need. Jack has a great attitude and a wonderful personality!

Congratulations, Caroline and Jack, on being Bridgewater Elementary's highlighted Students of the Week!! #nfldedu #engage

We had our 15th annual 5th grade 5K on Monday! Our 5th grade did awesome! The 5th graders all did their best and had great attitudes despite the cooler weather! Such an awesome accomplishment they have worked so hard to prepare for!

5th Grade 5K pictures HERE

We wrapped up our soccer unit with small sided soccer games last week. Students have done well with “mass soccer” and “line soccer”. The next couple weeks will consist of fall-themed invasion games involving overhand throwing, catching, and dodging/fleeing.

Two years ago, we started the “Possible Shot” in Physical Education class. This is a challenge where students stand 5 feet away from a 4 inch PVC pipe standing upright and are given 3 attempts to toss a tennis ball into the tube. Students are only allowed to attempt the “Possible Shot” if they are chosen for having exemplary character skills that were determined for that day. This year we have started letting students nominate peers who they felt did a great job playing fairly, showing good sportsmanship, working with others, and being a good leader. While we still nominate students as we see fit, it is awesome to see students recognizing who is going above and beyond in PE, and reflecting on what that student did well. This school year, the first person to successfully conquer the Possible Shot is our kindergarten friend Josephine Kirschling! Josephine regularly sets an example for others with her easy-going personality, positive attitude, and consistent smile! Josephine works hard and was a great nomination and start to the 2024-2025 school year BW Possible Shot Hall of fame!

Shoe tying tips HERE

Wednesday, Nov. 6th is Picture Retake Day in case your child was absent and missed Picture Day.

Community School Registration is NOW CLOSED

Community School offers a comprehensive support system, combining academic instruction with social services, youth programs, and health services to enhance learning and community well-being. We provide clubs from Monday to Thursday, giving students additional opportunities for growth and engagement. Community School began on September 30th, 2024, and ends on May 15th, 2025."

Day of the Dead Celebration - anyone can come!
On October 29th, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at Greenvale Park Elementary, we invite you to celebrate Day of the Dead with us! This vibrant cultural event will include crafts, games, and more. Bring your family and friends for a night of fun and tradition!

Upcoming Programs at the Northfield Y: Join Us!

· MEA School’s Out Days: Thursday, October 17th and Friday, October 18th

o Do you want your kids to have fun and stay busy during school breaks like MEA? Join us at the YMCA! Enroll for a fun-filled day of swimming, games, crafts, sports, friends and more! Dropoff runs as early as 7:00 AM and pickup goes until 5:00 PM – register today to secure a spot on our roster!

o Transportation is provided! For students attending Bridgewater and Spring Creek Elementary, the Y offers free, optional transportation after school to get kids from school over to the Y to begin programs! If interested, please contact our Youth Development Team to learn more.

For more information and to register, visit our website or connect with our Member Services team in person or by phone: 507-645-0088. We hope to see you and your students very soon!

There is no school for students on Friday, November 1 or Monday, November 4; these are Teacher Workdays.

The lunch menu for each month will be provided in the newsletter.

There are many activities that children and adults may access during the course of the year. Don't forget to check the numerous opportunities from the Northfield Community Education Program: https://northfieldschools.org/communityeducation/

Oct 17 & 18---No School, MEA Break

Nov. 1 & 4---Teacher Preparation-End of 1st quarter-No School for Students

Nov 6---Picture Retake Day

Nov 11---Veterans Day Assembly

Nov 12---Bridgewater Booster Club Meeting 6:00-7:00 pm in the BW Media Center

Nov 26 --- Grandparent's Day

Nov 27---E-Learning Day

Nov 28 & 29---Thanksgiving Break-No school for students

Attendance Line

507-664-3306

Benjamin Bus

507-645-5720

BW Main Office

507-664-3300

Nurse

507-664-3305

World-Class Learning for Elementary Students, Bridgewater Elementary School, situated on a 14-acre campus just south of downtown Northfield, is a K-5 public school serving approximately 570 students. It serves the neighborhoods on Northfield's southern side, Dundas, and the rural area south of Highway 19 and west of Highway 246. Students benefit from an active parent-teacher organization, Bridgewater Booster Club (BBC) and many parent volunteers.

The staff is intensely dedicated to offering a high-quality, well-rounded education that strives to meet the specific needs of each student. We focus on empowering our students in their academic and social emotional learning along with building a solid foundation for their educational journey in partnership with families.

Main Office Number: 507-664-3300

Attendance Line: 507-664-3306

Address: 401 Jefferson Parkway

Web page: northfieldschools.org/schools/bridgewater-elementary/

Email: nantoine@northfieldschools.org