National Distinguished Principal

National Distinguished Principal, Molly McCarthy

Dear Riddle Brook School Families, Bedford Staff & School Board ~

It gives me great pleasure to announce that Ms. Molly McCarthy has been selected as New Hampshire's Elementary School Principal of the Year!  This honor is earned through a competitive process facilitated by the NH Association of School Principals.

Ms. McCarthy was selected as a result of her vision of academic success for all students, creation of a climate hospitable for education, cultivation of leadership in others, improved instruction and management of people, data and processes to foster school improvement.  Additionally, Molly's love for children and dedication to Bedford is evidenced in her 12-year leadership at Riddle Brook School and 17 years of service in Bedford.

Please join me in applauding her work as she represents Bedford throughout this year and next October in Washington, DC.  We are proud of Molly's contributions on behalf of the children of Bedford.

Sincerely,

Michael Fournier
Superintendent

Superintendent Press Release (posted 02/01/19)

For Immediate Release

February 1, 2019

Dear Bedford Community-

The Bedford School Board is pleased to announce the selection of Michael Fournier as permanent Superintendent of Schools for the Bedford School District, effective immediately.

Mr. Fournier and the School Board have agreed to a 3-year contract where he will execute the mission, vision, and goals of the school district.

Mr. Fournier's deep connection to the Bedford community, his two-decades of outstanding experience, and his vision for Bedford’s educational leadership were all factors in the selection.

The Board’s unanimous decision was made after careful consideration including a search process, direct community input, and interviews by stakeholder representatives.

We are very happy to have Mr. Fournier in this leadership role and look forward to working with him over the years to come.

The Bedford School Board

Special Budget Message

Dear Bedford Families ~

This is a special update from me providing you with up-to-date, and easy-to-access information regarding the Deliberative Session on February 5, 2019 (7pm BHS Theater) and voting on March 12, 2019 (7am - 7pm BHS).  I hope this is helpful in an effort to answer questions and engage you in the process.

What you will see on the ballot March 12th

The Superintendent and School Board view these articles as investments in our students, teachers, schools, and community.

Article I

There are several elected School District positions available .  If you are interested in filing to run for one, click HERE.

Article II

This article is to vote on the Energy Related Infrastructure Bond.  The intent of this bond is to increase energy efficiency within the school district with a total payoff within the life of the ten-year bond.

Bond Detail

Bond Summary

Bond Cost Detail

Article III

This article is the negotiated agreement with the teachers and the school board.  This is a two-year agreement.

FY20 estimated cost: $656,526

FY21 estimated cost: $694,789

Tentative Agreement

Article V

This article is the proposed operating budget for FY20.  This budget contains a 1.2% increase over FY19.  Click HERE for the Board Presentation.

Article VI

This article allows the School District to accept gifts.

All information regarding FY20 budget can be found HERE.