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October Newsletter
by  Arthur.SiskNo presence information  on 10/5/2016 11:30 AM
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October  2016
 
 
 
Beaconsfield Middle School
630 Fundy Drive       Saint John N.B.  E2M 2S5
 
 
Phone: 658-5333   http://bms.nbed.nb.ca
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Dear Parents/Guardians
 
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DATES:
October 5th                            HVHS Play – The Little Mermaid
October 6th & 7th Professional Learning Days for Teachers (No School For Students)
October 10th                         Thanksgiving
October 14th                         Grade 7 Immunization
October 26th -31th             (Halloween Pumpkin Carving, Haunted House & Dance).    
Thank you to all of the parents who took time out of their busy schedules to participate in the school’s “Ice Cream Sundae Social/Meet The Staff”on September 15th. The event was well attended and serves as a springboard opportunity for communication between our parental community and the school staff. Very Special thanks to the wonderful Parent School Support Committee for hosting the Ice Cream Sundae treats.
 
We are pleased to report that as a result of this meeting, the following people have offered to serve on the Parent School Support Committee for this school year:
 
Mr. Art Sisk (Principal)                                                 Chris McAllister (co-chair)
Mr. Steven Green                                                          Dan Adams
Deborah Stafford                                                          Michele Flanagan
Tracy Allen                                                                   Ms. Deborah Stafford                           
Chris Piccott (co-chair)                                                  April Worden                           
Mr. Lawrence (Teacher Rep.)                                       Jennifer Gordon
                                   
The role of the PSSC is to advise the principal, enhance student learning and development, and enrich education for all children by increasing family and community involvement. The next meeting is scheduled for October 3rd at 6:30 and all meetings are open to parents and the public.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Parents are advised that the patterns in school age children can be an indicator of communicative disease occurrence in the community. Disease prevention and control efforts depend on your participation in the reporting process. Communicative disease cases that occur among students and staff at school should be reported so that interventions can be put in place to deter the development of disease in our school communities.  Schools often receive information about potential communicative concerns such as head lice, pink eye, bed bugs, scabies and many others. It is important that these situations be confirmed by a physician and treatment be provided accordingly, if it is deemed necessary by physician. The school will make every effort to share particular concerns or patterns with the community when necessary. The support of the community is well appreciated.  As usual at this time of year we have reports about students and lice. We ask parents to support our efforts at school in educating your children about preventative practices such as the sharing of hats, hair brushes, water bottles etc. Your attention to this matter is very well appreciated.
 
As part of the Health/Personal Growth Curriculum, students will be leaning about human growth and development.  Topics taught will include: endocrine system, changes of adolescence, male and female anatomy and function, fertilization, and healthy relationships. Teaching a child about the facts of human reproduction is only one part of a growth and development unit. The development of a child’s attitudes, emotions, character and values is also important. Parents have the primary responsibility to provide guidance in these areas for their children. By law, you may excuse your child from participation in classes that include content that is contrary to your religious or personal beliefs. Your child may be exempted from one or more lessons. We encourage you to contact the school before considering this option. If you have questions and/or concerns, please contact your child’s teacher. If non-participation is your choice, your child will be required to complete an alternative unit of study.
 
 All students, staff and parents/guardians should be aware that the very popular “Pat On The Back” program exists through the generous support of donors in our community. The support provided by members of the Parent School Support Committee in the way of prizes this school year is very well appreciated. .  The school is again seeking community support for the program also. If you have access to something that you could donate or know of someone who could donate something, please let us know. There are information cover letters explaining the “Pat On The Back” program available at the school should you wish to approach a local business or organization.
 
 Thanks to the support of our school’s staff and parent volunteers, the school has been able to offer a  Hot Lunch Program in past years and we would like to do so again this year.  Support to this initiative would be well appreciated and we look forward to hearing from anyone that can contribute to this program opportunity.
 
 
Beaconsfield Middle School is actively seeking new ideas to reflect our efforts to promote healthy life styles. To support our efforts we closely follow the New Brunswick Department of Education Nutrition Policy. We have always been a very active community continually seeking ways to enhance the fitness level and wellness of students, and to promote healthy living practices for everyone in our community. Your ideas and input would be well appreciated.
                      
The boys’ and girls’ soccer seasons are in full swing. The boys have been practicing and playing very well and should be proud of their efforts. The girls are doing very well in their season games also.  Special thanks to Mr. Ringuette for coordinating and coaching the girls’ team, Mr. Sisk for the boys’ team, and of course the parents that transport our students for making this sport opportunity available to students of our school community.
 
As usual at this time of year the school is looking at raising funds for student based activities to expand the learning experiences of all students. All ideas are welcome and we ask that you communicate with staff or PSSC members with any support that you offer to this cause.
 Funds raised through the school are tracked through the Student Council and the School District Office, and are made  available to support all school based student focused activities such as learning excursions, guest speakers, community events, expenses associated with interscholastic sports, winter carnival, haunted House, dances, clubs, special treats, awards,  drama production, enrichment day, wellness activities, school wide theme materials, enrichment activities and others.                 
As we get closer to the academic reporting period, parents should realize that the teachers at the school are available every day after school to help students get caught up on missed work or to clarify issues regarding assignments or assessments.
 
Residents of the West Side should be aware that the Carleton Community Center has a wide variety of activities available to citizens of all ages in our  through their fall/Winter programing called Meet Me @ The Center. Schedules are available at the school or center. Also, information on P.R.O. Kids can be obtained at 642-7529
A reminder to all parents that the front of the school is a designated school bus area designed for the loading and the unloading of students. All vehicle operators are asked to refrain from parking in the area directly in front of the school and always avoid idling vehicles in the area of the school. Your cooperation is very well appreciated.
                              
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Thanks for the great show off support for our Annual terry fox Walk! The entire school walked together again and raised $88 for this great cause!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A HUGE thanks to Bell Alliant for covering the cost of the tickets for all students of Beaconsfield Middle School to attend the musical production of “The Little Mermaid” at Harbourview High School on October 5th, and to  the Port of Saint John and the City of Saint John for supporting our Pat On The Back program along with providing school supplies.
                                                                                                             
      
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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