Superintendent Update 10.16.19 (posted 10.23.19)

Bedford School District

10.16.19 Superintendent Update Dear Bedford Families ~ Did I really hear the word Nor’Easter? Sigh.  As a linear thinker, I would prefer Mother Nature to wait until after Halloween for these kinds of weather events.  However - since the subject was raised, I want to make sure you have access to the information you need. Hence, this brief update: Emergency Text Messages Today I sent out a  TEST text message from the Bedford School District.  This is a mode of communication that we can use for emergencies, snow days, or other information that needs to be disseminated quickly.   If you did not get a text message and you would like to get one, log onto PowerSchool, click on Demographic Change, and make sure the correct cell phone number is included.  Once that is complete, text "yes" to 67587. This is for cell phone numbers we have on file. Emergency Phone Calls On Friday (10/18 @ 1pm) of this week, I will be sending out a message alert via phone.  This is the kind of message you will receive when the Bedford School District calls snow days.  If you do not get the phone message or the phone message went to the wrong number, you can fix this in two ways. Log onto PowerSchool, click on Demographic Change, and type in the preferred number as your "Primary School Messenger Alert Phone." Call or visit the main office at your child's school and provide them with your preferred number. Please note that you will need to make this change for each child in your family. Red Ribbon Week Join the Bedford School District and BeBOLD in promoting Red Ribbon Week.  Click HERE to see how you can participate! 10/23 - 10/31. BEDFORD PTG SKI, SKATE & MORE SALE COMING SOON! Save​ ​​On​ New​ And​ ​Used​ Winter​ ​Sports​ ​Equipment​ ​&​ ​Apparel! PTG’s annual SKI, SKATE and MORE SALE will take place on Saturday, November 23, 2019 from 9AM - 2PM at Bedford High School. New and used ski equipment, snowboards, winter boots, outerwear and more will be on sale from local area merchants and consignor families. This sale provides a cost-effective opportunity to outfit you and your family for the upcoming winter season! Sell Your Gear And Clothing: Turn your outgrown or gently used winter gear and apparel into some cash while also supporting Bedford schools. Visit PTG Website  for consignment information. You can drop off your pre-tagged items at the BHS Gymnasium on Friday, November 22, 2019 between 5PM – 8PM.  Please note: If you need to print your tags on site at BHS during equipment drop off there will be a $1.00 charge per tag. Volunteer: Many volunteers are needed to make this event a success. Click HERE to get involved. CARDIGAN CORNER at SKI, SKATE and MORE SALE! PTG is excited to again offer “Cardigan Corner” at the Ski, Skate and More Sale. For families whose kids have conquered Lurgio’s Mt. Cardigan  experience as part of the RAL 8th grade environmental unit of study and have gear to consign, or for those looking for a good deal on quality used items for the upcoming adventure…Cardigan Corner is for you!

The mission of the Bedford School District is to develop a community of learners who are intellectually curious, resourceful, and respectful of self and others. Academic achievement through constantly improving standards is the District's highest priority. Michael Fournier, Superintendent of Schools Bedford School District, 103 County Road, Bedford NH 03110 ​​​​​​​P: (603) 472-3755, F: (603) 472-2567, www.sau25.net