Dear Bedford Families ~
Two weeks from today, our schools will be filled with students who
are excited for a new year, eager to learn, and anxious about what the year
will bring. As I’m sure you know, we have been working hard to make sure
everything is in tip top shape for the start of school. Below are some updates that I hope will prove
helpful.
Start of School
First day for students is Tuesday, August 27th. Meet
& Greet for Memorial, Peter Woodbury, and Riddle Brook is on Monday,
August 26th at 1:30pm - 3:00pm. Check school websites for start
times.
Three Pronged Partnership Agreement (Bullying)
Last year’s Bullying Task Force developed a Partnership Agreement
among students, teachers, and families to better understand and address student
conflict and bullying. Click HERE for a
preview of that agreement.
Bus Schedules
We have targeted the afternoon of Friday, August 16th as
the date when we anticipate posting bus schedules. Please know that there
may be last minute changes. Questions can be directed to Anne Wiggin at wiggina@sau25.net.
Opening Week Travel
During the first few days of school, please give yourself extra
time as the traffic is typically heavier than usual. Additionally, while
buses will be able to get through Liberty Hill construction, cars will have a
detour (heading to McKelvie from the south). As always, the most
convenient way for students to get to school is by bus.
Tri-Pod Parent Surveys
Over the last two years, over 600 families have participated in
our weekly text survey. I intended to present an Executive Summary to the
School Board on 8.26.19 along with a 36 page report containing the full
results. If you are selected to participate this year, please do.
Your voice matters!
Graduation Date
BHS graduation is on June 6th regardless of snow days. Mark
your calendars!
School Security
Each school and classroom has Emergency procedures that are
up-to-date and practiced throughout the school year. Click HERE for
Bedford’s Executive Summary of what we have in place as well as what we have
planned in the near future.
