Do you have sneakers, shoes or boots you are looking to get rid of? The Conval Community Dollars for Scholars Program is "running" a shoe drive through November 17th. Partnering with Funds2Org, money raised from this fundraiser will help Conval Community Dollars for Scholars award scholarships to students. We have a collection box at PES for any of your slightly used, but still in good shape shoes.
This week, our friends from the Harris Center worked with our 3rd graders teaching about the weather. Ben King of the Harris Center talked to our students about wind, including what a compass is, how to find points north, south, east and west, how to tell which direction the wind is coming from, and how to tell wind speed using a Beaufort Scale. Our teachers and students took advantage of the great fall weather and held the lesson outside. This allowed for students to see examples of the wind viewing the leaves, branches, and trees.
The Kindergarten classes spent a lovely morning walking to the Post Office and Putnam Park. Students mailed postcards to their families and enjoyed a special picnic snack!
We were informed today of a case of COVID-19 at Peterborough Elementary School. We are actively working with and following guidelines from the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
NH DHHS has requested we provide contact information for anyone who has been identified as having had close contact with the infected person. The staff and students of all three schools continue to do a wonderful job of working within the mitigation strategies of our Reopening and Recovery Plan. At this point there is no need to change our instructional model, all students will remain in person, and those who have been identified as a close contacts have been notified.
The current recommendation from NH Department of Health and Human Services (NH DHHS) for people who may be exposed to COVID-19 in the school setting is to:
For 14 days from the last day of exposure:
Monitor for COVID-19 symptoms and
Wear a mask in indoor public settings and
Consider testing 3-5 days following the last day of exposure
If your child develops symptoms please isolate them at home and seek testing for COVID-19.
Symptomatic students or staff can be allowed to return to school when one of the following two conditions is met:
Person receives an FDA-approved COVID-19 test that is negative, AND the person’s symptoms are improving and they are fever-free for at least 24 hours off any fever-reducing medications.
Approved tests include:
A PCR-based molecular test
Antigen testing conducted within an appropriate number of days since symptom onset
Person has met CDC criteria for ending home isolation (i.e., if a person is not tested, they are assumed to be COVID-19 positive).
Our school is working closely with the New Hampshire (NH) Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) to follow the guidance they have provided for this situation and will provide updates should their recommendations change.
Because COVID-19 is most commonly spread through respiratory droplets, the NH DHHS is recommending the following precautions to prevent the spread of the disease:
Get vaccinated, for those who are eligible.
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available.
Avoid high risk locations, especially ones that are indoors and crowded, and where people are unable to maintain physical distance from others.
If there is substantial community transmission in your area, wear a cloth face covering that covers your mouth and nose to protect others when in public areas.
Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, then throw the tissue in the trash and wash your hands.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
Stay home and seek testing if you have a fever or are not feeling well.
To learn more about COVID-19, please check these resources:
New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services: https://www.covid19.nh.gov/welcome
United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Bobby the Bobcat surprised us with a visit during our virtual all-school meeting. The students were excited to see our old friend. Mr. P. was lucky enough to get a quick photo before he headed off into the wild. We hope to see him again soon!
First graders were able to have recess with Mr. P. Students weren't the only ones enjoying the nice weather and having fun during recess. Mr. Pimental climbed the web, kicked the soccer ball, and got dizzy in the spinning seats.
I want to thank everyone who was able to join us during one of our open house nights. From our perspective, it was great to have families back in the building. It is certainly something that has been missed over the past 18 months or so. While this year's open house was different than it has been, and some families were here 2 or even 3 nights, it really felt good to see how excited the students were to show off their classrooms, share some of their work, and have you meet their teachers. If you could not make it, no worries; in a couple of weeks, (November 2nd to be exact) we will be hosting Parent-Teacher Conference Day where you will be able to come in and meet with your child's teacher in a more personalized way. Please reach out to your child's teacher for details about signing up for that.
I also want to send out another thank you to the parents who joined us for our annual Title One meeting. Parent input, feedback, support, and investment are so critical to the success of our students and our school. I know our Title One Manager, Kathie Morrocco, was happy to see you Thursday evening.
Finally, take a look at the fliers below. There is a lot of interesting, helpful, and fun information.
Have a great weekend,
Larry Pimental
3rd Grade Science
This week, our friends from the Harris Center is working with our 3rd graders teaching about the weather. Ben King of the Harris Center talked to our students about wind, including what a compass is, how to find points north, south, east and west, how to tell which direction the wind is coming from, and how to tell wind speed using a Beaufort Scale. Our teachers and students took advantage of the great fall weather and held the lesson outside. This allowed for students to see examples of the wind by viewing the leaves, branches, and trees.
Halloween
A couple of people have asked about Halloween plans for PES. On Friday, October 29th we will have some fun activities allowing students to see each other in costume and to build community, and in ways that blend smoothly into our school day. Our focus is the students' experience, allowing them to have fun with their class- and school- mates, without disrupting the entire school day. A costumed parade is being planned, to be held on and around campus (time TBD). If you prefer that your child does not participate in the parade, please let me or your child's teacher know. We will have an alternative activity available. If your child does not have a costume, please let me know. We may be able to help you find one for your child. If you have an extra costume that you would like to share or donate, I will gladly accept it.
Got Shoes?
Do you have sneakers, shoes, or boots that you are looking to get rid of? The Conval Community Dollars for Scholars Program is "running" a shoe drive through November 17th. Partnering with Funds2Org, money raised from this fundraiser will help Conval Community Dollars for Scholars award scholarships to students. We have a collection box at PES for any of your used, but still in good shape shoes.
Next Week's Weather
While we have been blessed with great weather this week with temperatures in the 70's, next week looks to be a bit cooler. Please make sure your children have proper clothing to go outside each day, a few times a day. Having some extra socks and a sweatshirt is not a bad idea.
Yes, We Are Still Looking For Subs
If you are interested, please go to the Careers section on the Conval School District webpage, which can be found by clicking HERE.
Do you have sneakers, shoes or boots you are looking to get rid of? The Conval Community Dollars for Scholars Program is “running” a shoe drive through November 17th. Partnering with Funds2Org, money raised from this fundraiser will help Conval Community Dollars for Scholars award scholarships to students. We have a collection box at PES for any of your slightly used,
This week, our friends from the Harris Center worked with our 3rd graders teaching about the weather. Ben King of the Harris Center talked to our students about wind, including what a compass is, how to find points north, south, east and west, how to tell which direction the wind is coming from, and how to tell wind speed using a Beaufort Scale.
The Kindergarten classes spent a lovely morning walking to the Post Office and Putnam Park. Students mailed postcards to their families and enjoyed a special picnic snack!
We were informed today of a case of COVID-19 at Peterborough Elementary School. We are actively working with and following guidelines from the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
NH DHHS has requested we provide contact information for anyone who has been identified as having had close contact with the infected person.
Bobby the Bobcat surprised us with a visit during our virtual all-school meeting. The students were excited to see our old friend. Mr. P. was lucky enough to get a quick photo before he headed off into the wild. We hope to see him again soon!
First graders were able to have recess with Mr. P. Students weren’t the only ones enjoying the nice weather and having fun during recess. Mr. Pimental climbed the web, kicked the soccer ball, and got dizzy in the spinning seats.
I want to thank everyone who was able to join us during one of our open house nights. From our perspective, it was great to have families back in the building. It is certainly something that has been missed over the past 18 months or so.
