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Bobcat Bulletin

10/21/24

Bobcat Bulletin10/21/24

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!

Celtics Day

We will have a Celtics dress day on Tuesday to support the NBA Champion Celtics as they start the new season and raise banner 18 Tuesday night. Students can wear Celtics gear or dress in green, black, and white.

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!

Safety Drill Practice

On Thursday, each class will review the lockdown procedure in the morning. Teachers will provide detailed instructions to students on what to do if a lockdown is announced. As a school, we will conduct a full drill where the emergency team will check to ensure all classrooms are secure and that students are hidden and silent. We understand this can be scary for some students, so it is helpful for parents to talk to their children about the importance of these drills in protecting everyone's safety during a real emergency. Throughout the school year, we will have regular fire drills, lockdown drills, and other emergency preparedness exercises to ensure everyone is well-prepared and to maintain a safe school environment.

Show Up Manchester

October Class Challenge!

Ms. Caron's 1st-grade class is leading with the fewest unexcused absences. 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 6th and 7th. 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 22nd - Celtics Dress Day

October 23rd - Popcorn Day

October 24th - Lockdown Drill

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

Fajita Chicken with Chips

Egg Salad on a roll

Garden salad with grilled chicken

Green beans

Sun Butter Sandwich w/ String Cheese

Assorted Fruit

1%, Skim or NF Chocolate Milk

THURSDAY

Meatballs in gravy over rice

Chicken Salad on a bun

Spinach salad with Egg and cheese

3 bean salad

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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