Dear Becket Washington Families,
We have wrapped up the first quarter of the 17/18 school year, and are almost halfway through the second quarter. Time is flying, but we make use of each minute at BWS! Teachers are actively working every day (and night) to keep your children happy, engaged, and learning.
In November our PTO sponsored another successful Book Fair, and with your help, will put on more fundraisers and activities throughout the year. They work so hard to enrich your child’s experience, but need everyone’s support. There is information about several opportunities in which you can be involved later in this newsletter.
The Berkshire Music School, in collaboration with the Norman Rockwell Museum and local cultural councils, brought a musical performance to our school on November 21st. “Willie Was Different” tells the story of Willie, a bird who, although different from his peers, finds his own voice. The children enjoyed and learned from the presentation.
As a school, we continue to focus on keeping our core values in the forefront of all we do. I hear these values being reinforced in the hallways, the classrooms, the cafeteria, the playground, in all the places we gather. We would appreciate it if you would also remind students at home.
BE KIND AND RESPECTFUL.
BE RESPONSIBLE.
BE SAFE.
BE READY TO LEARN.
As we move into this busy season, I wish a happy, healthy, and peaceful holiday season to those who celebrate, and a joyful 2018 to all. Please feel free to call, email or stop by whenever you have a question, concern, or suggestion.
Mary Kay McCloskey
Principal
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Mrs. Robie’s 5th grade class is running a food drive this month to benefit the Becket Parish Food Pantry. Between 11/27 and 12/7, they are asking for contributions of non-perishable food items. Suggestions are canned goods, pasta, rice, cereal, baby food, peanut butter, etc. You can send donations in with your child or drop them off at the office.
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This Friday, December 1 is a half day, as teachers will be taking part in professional development for the afternoon. Dismissal takes place at 11:20 AM.
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Students will again be going to BOC in December to engage in outdoor science activities. Please take note of the dates, and be sure your child brings a lunch and snack, and is dressed for the weather.
Grades K-2 Wednesday, December 6th
Grades 3-5 Thursday, December 7th
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If purchasing books is in your holiday plans, you can take care of that and support BWS at the same time. Shop at Barnes & Noble on December 16 or 17 and use this code at checkout: 12266078. Or use the same code online from 12/11 through 12/17. Check out the details on the flyer below.
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The Becket Washington Winter Concert will be presented on Tuesday, January 23rd at 1 pm ******************************************************************
The Becket Washington PTO is again making available the SaveAround book. The Berkshire edition for 2018 is $25.00, and offers more than $5000. in savings at local retailers. We have copies in the office.
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December 1 Half Day
December 6 Grades K-2 to BOC
December 7 Grades 3-5 to BOC
December 7 School Council/PTO Meeting, 6:30 pm
December 8 BWS Gathering, 8:45 am
December 14 CBRSD School Committee at Nessacus, 7pm
December 16 BWS Fundraiser at Barnes & Noble, 11-3
December 20 PreK Family Event
December 25- Holiday Break
January 1
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