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As the school year is winding down, Kindergarten presents to the school at the last Community Meeting of the year. 1st graders drummed people into and out of the meeting.
As the school year is winding down, Kindergarten presents to the school at the last Community Meeting of the year. 1st graders drummed people into and out of the meeting.
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On May 31, more than 60 ConVal seniors took a field trip to Fenway Park to participate in the Red Sox' "Class of 2023" theme night. The Sox lost narrowly to the Cincinnati Reds with a score of 5-4 but the loss did not curb the enthusiasm of the sold-out stadium crowd.
In addition to doing one last activity as a class before graduation, the seniors received a commemorative, limited edition Red Sox "Class of 2023" T-shirt. Congratulations everyone, including the class advisors Rebecca Dunn and Ashley Jones who organized this great senior trip!
On May 31, more than 60 ConVal seniors took a field trip to Fenway Park to participate in the Red Sox’ “Class of 2023” theme night. The Sox lost narrowly to the Cincinnati Reds with a score of 5-4 but the loss did not curb the enthusiasm of the sold-out stadium crowd.
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Each year from June 1-7, National CPR and AED Awareness Week stresses the importance of CPR and AED use. When someone goes into sudden cardiac arrest, every second counts.
Robyn Birren, Director for School Engagement at the New Hampshire Chapter of the American Heart Association, recently visited ConVal to bring to the Careers in Education Program a train-the-trainer kit to help support "CPR In Schools," an initiative created by the American Heart Association in partnership with Dartmouth Health. "We hope that you will find this kit useful for years to come with your school and community," Birren said.
More than 1,600 people suffer from cardiac arrest each day in the U.S. Knowing CPR and how to use an AED could save their life. Or to put it in an even more personal perspective â someone next to you knowing these skills may save yours.
Each year from June 1-7, National CPR and AED Awareness Week stresses the importance of CPR and AED use. When someone goes into sudden cardiac arrest, every second counts.
Robyn Birren,
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To read the May 26, 2023 edition of the Weekly Cougar News, please click here.
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Sergeant Bob Edwards explains to AES students the meaning on Memorial Day and why it is important to remember those who lost their lives protecting us.
Sergeant Bob Edwards explains to AES students the meaning on Memorial Day and why it is important to remember those who lost their lives protecting us.
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SMS staff and students visited PES 4th graders to share information and answer any questions 4th graders may have about middle school.
SMS staff and students visited PES 4th graders to share information and answer any questions 4th graders may have about middle school.
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As part of our Literacy Night Celebration, several facility and therapy dogs from Cold Springs Healing Paws joined students, parents, families, and staff at Peterborough Elementary School. We finished our One School, One Book Fenway and Hattie, with the culminating event being a celebration of literacy. Students shared their work with their families, the PTO held a book fair, and Charlie and some of his friends paid us a visit. It was a great night!
As part of our Literacy Night Celebration, several facility and therapy dogs from Cold Springs Healing Paws joined students, parents, families, and staff at Peterborough Elementary School. We finished our One School,
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As an immersive language experience, the Spanish Department at ConVal Regional High School is in the early planning stages of a student trip to Spain in the spring of 2024. The tour is designed for students who are upper-level students (grades 10 and up) and have completed Spanish 2 by the end of fall semester 2023.
This will be a unique opportunity for students to explore the rich culture and history of this fascinating country. The tour will take them to the capital Madrid where they will witness the vibrant Spanish lifestyle firsthand while exploring the city's famous landmarks such as the Royal Palace, the Prado Museum, and the Puerta del Sol. The trip will also include a tour of the Andalusia region in the south, where students will experience the enchanting beauty of historic towns such as Seville, Granada, Ronda, and the Pueblos Blancos, the white villages nestled among the hills in the Andalusian mountains. The tour will give students the chance to learn about the country's rich cultural heritage while practicing their Spanish skills and making unforgettable travel memories.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please attend an orientation session on June 1, 2023 at 6:00 pm in the ConVal library. Questions? Please contact SeĂąora Pacheco-McMahon at vmcmahon@conval.edu.
As an immersive language experience, the Spanish Department at ConVal Regional High School is in the early planning stages of a student trip to Spain in the spring of 2024.
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For Decades Day, part of Spirit Week, two AES staff get into the spirit!
For Decades Day, part of Spirit Week, two AES staff get into the spirit!
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To start off our Spirit Week, students dressed as their favorite storybook characters. Pictured above Mario and Luigi visited our playground during recess.
To start off our Spirit Week, students dressed as their favorite storybook characters. Pictured above Mario and Luigi visited our playground during recess.
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Students were entertained by Simon Brooks at AES. AES was able to host Mr. Brooks through a CLIF grant and the Tuttle Library of Antrim. Each student was able to select two books to take home.
Students were entertained by Simon Brooks at AES. AES was able to host Mr. Brooks through a CLIF grant and the Tuttle Library of Antrim. Each student was able to select two books to take home.
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Your School Board has formed the Strategic Organization Committee (SOC) to embark on an open, transparent, community-involved review to completely analyze our physical environment.
The goal of this committee is to determine the best possible, educationally rich, safe, socially responsive, community sensitive, financially responsible, and organizationally sound physical model while providing for enhanced diversity and cultural understanding in support of our ConVal community and students.
ConVal supports 11 physically separate schools: eight elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. Our school population has been on a steadily decreasing track with ConVal now having approximately 1,993 students with a capacity for 3,530 students as of November 2022. Our school capacity far exceeds our current enrollment, and enrollment is not expected to significantly increase in the foreseeable future. The latest demographic projections suggest a very small growth in enrollments over the next decade.
We are in the process of selecting an outside organization that is experienced with activities like this from working with other school districts and states. The selected organization will provide their expertise and assist us in this project. We have issued a Request for Information, received replies, selected three organizations to receive our Request for Proposal and will shortly select our partner organization.
The key to this process will be community engagement. We will have as involved partners in our committee: community members, parents and students, Select Board members, School Board members, ConVal District Administration, teachers, and staff.
The SOC will be holding Community Forums and individual community meetings to share, discuss and receive input. We will produce a report detailing the committeeâs work and determined proposals in proposing a redesign for the district.
There can be more than one viable approach recommended. Any change to the number of active elementary schools will require a 2/3 public vote to amend our Articles of Agreement.
We expect this critical activity will take approximately 6 months to complete once we select and engage our partner organization.
It is important to note that we do not enter into this activity with a preconceived notion of what, if anything, should be done. We proceed with open minds fulfilling our mandate to provide the most educationally rich, cost-effective, safe, and responsive environment for our students and community.
Your School Board has formed the Strategic Organization Committee (SOC) to embark on an open, transparent, community-involved review to completely analyze our physical environment.
The goal of this committee is to determine the best possible,
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On Friday, May 19, Keene High School hosted a Unified Prom on their premises. Students from ConVal High School, Fall Mountain, Hinsdale, and Keene were in attendance and had a great time.
"My goal is to expand the attendance at this event by ConVal students next year," said Terri Drogue, Director of School Counseling.
On Friday, May 19, Keene High School hosted a Unified Prom on their premises. Students from ConVal High School, Fall Mountain, Hinsdale, and Keene were in attendance and had a great time.
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To read the May 19, 2023 edition of the Weekly Cougar News, please click here.
Story teller Len Cabral introduced GES students to the Kalimba, an African instrument he uses to enhance his stories.
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Story teller Len Cabral visited GES on Friday and thrilled us with his magical stories and folktales. We enjoyed hearing Anansi the Spider and How the Rabbit Lost its Tail.
Story teller Len Cabral visited GES on Friday and thrilled us with his magical stories and folktales. We enjoyed hearing Anansi the Spider and How the Rabbit Lost its Tail.
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Things That Go âVROOM!â PES-ConVal High School Collaboration
Students from Peterborough Elementary Schoolâs third grade and students in a ConVal High School 3D art class recently worked together to contribute to the Children and the Arts Festival in a unique collaboration.
The third graders furnished drawings based on this yearâs Festival theme âThings That Go VROOM!â The high school students then created three-dimensional renditions based on the elementary schoolersâ concepts. Their joint creations can currently be seen in an exhibit at the Peterborough Town Library.
Students from Peterborough Elementary Schoolâs third grade and students in a ConVal High School 3D art class recently worked together to contribute to the Children and the Arts Festival in a unique collaboration.
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Students from Peterborough Elementary School's third grade and students in a ConVal High School 3D art class recently worked together to contribute to the Children and the Arts Festival in a unique collaboration.
The third graders furnished drawings based on this year's Festival theme "Things That Go VROOM!" The high school students then created three-dimensional renditions based on the elementary schoolers' concepts. Their joint creations can currently be seen in an exhibit at the Peterborough Town Library.
Students from Peterborough Elementary School’s third grade and students in a ConVal High School 3D art class recently worked together to contribute to the Children and the Arts Festival in a unique collaboration.
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Ms. Hartshorne's first graders are working and getting dirty while learning about gardening in the AES garden as part of the Cornucopia Project. In the fall, they will be able to harvest what they have planted.
Ms. Hartshorne’s first graders are working and getting dirty while learning about gardening in the AES garden as part of the Cornucopia Project. In the fall, they will be able to harvest what they have planted.
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On Tuesday, May 16, ConVal's Envirothon Team took a field trip to the New Hampshire Technical Institute (NHTI) in Concord to participate in the New Hampshire Envirothon competition. The competition tests the students' knowledge in such areas as forestry, soil and land use, wildlife, aquatic ecology, and current environmental issues.
"This year, we sent two competing teams of five members each," said Andria Johnson, the advisor for the Envirothon co-curricular. "They had a great time! At the end, before awards, they did a little senior sendoff and gave them all honor cords."
The photos show ConVal Envirothon team members at the wildlife station where they had to identify animal pelts, scat, and tracks. Each team also had to give an oral presentation regarding climate change and how we adapt.
Since 1991, the New Hampshire Envirothon has supported student growth and inquiry in Environmental Science, Natural Resource conservation, and STEM education under the direction of the New Hampshire Association of Conservation Districts (NHACD).
On Tuesday, May 16, ConVal’s Envirothon Team took a field trip to the New Hampshire Technical Institute (NHTI) in Concord to participate in the New Hampshire Envirothon competition. The competition tests the students’
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On May 16, a job fair was held in the ConVal High School cafeteria.
The fair featured over 20 local employers who offered full-time, part-time, and seasonal job opportunities. Branches of the armed services were also represented.
In addition to job opportunities, many of the employers offered internships so this was a great opportunity for students to connect with potential internship sites in and around the ConVal school district as well.
On May 16, a job fair was held in the ConVal High School cafeteria.
The fair featured over 20 local employers who offered full-time, part-time, and seasonal job opportunities.
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On Friday, May 12, the ConVal High School Band and Choir, GBS Band, and SMS Band all performed at the Great East Music Festival. 132 music students between the three schools left early Friday morning for East Hampton, MA, where they performed for adjudicators. All four ensembles received gold medal ratings! The ensembles were rated on their tone/intonation, technique, musicianship, and overall effectiveness.
The SMS 7th and 8th-grade band went first performing "Remember Me" from Coco and "Pueblo, Land of Ancient Peoples" by John Higgins. Edward Lowy said about his Band, "It was an all-around complete performance."
Great Brook School's 7th and 8th grade band performed two pieces titled, "(Risk) Everything For A Dream" and "Black Forest Overture." "(Risk) Everything For A Dream" had a wonderful lyrical setting and "Black Forest Overture" featured a few soloists. The GBS 7th and 8th graders showed up ready to perform and they definitely delivered!
The ConVal Band performed James Swearingen's "Aventura" and a medley from Disney/Pixar's "Brave." One of the adjudicators told the Band how much he enjoyed the energy from their performance.
The ConVal Choir closed the performance with Coldplay's "Fix You" and Jacob Narverud's "Ad Astra." The Choir was heavily complimented on their repertoire.
On Friday, May 12, the ConVal High School Band and Choir, GBS Band, and SMS Band all performed at the Great East Music Festival. 132 music students between the three schools left early Friday morning for East Hampton,
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The SMS Garden Club recently took a field trip the Cornucopia location. They helped with the end of Spring harvest and learned all about cold weather greens.
The SMS Garden Club recently took a field trip the Cornucopia location. They helped with the end of Spring harvest and learned all about cold weather greens.
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On Thursday, Principal Dr. Syre-Hager of AES and Dr. Katie Page of ConVal School District attended their hooding ceremony as part of their Doctorate of Education degree. Congratulations to both!
On Thursday, Principal Dr. Syre-Hager of AES and Dr. Katie Page of ConVal School District attended their hooding ceremony as part of their Doctorate of Education degree. Congratulations to both!
Please click here for the May 15, 2023 edition of the Puma News.
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Mrs. Cook's 4th graders spent the day in Keene with hundreds of other 4th graders from around the state at the annual Drinking Water Festival and Science Fair! They enjoyed some shade in the bucket of this tractor!
Mrs. Cook’s 4th graders spent the day in Keene with hundreds of other 4th graders from around the state at the annual Drinking Water Festival and Science Fair! They enjoyed some shade in the bucket of this tractor!
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The May 12, 2023 edition of the Grey Wolf Gazette is available here!
The May 12, 2023 edition of the Grey Wolf Gazette is available here!
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Mrs. Barnes' first graders are enjoying time in our community garden, planting vegetables that they will harvest in the fall! We love working with our Cornucopia Garden partners!
Mrs. Barnes’ first graders are enjoying time in our community garden, planting vegetables that they will harvest in the fall! We love working with our Cornucopia Garden partners!
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To read the May 12, 2023 edition of the Weekly Cougar News, please click here.
To read the May 12, 2023 edition of the Weekly Cougar News, please click here.
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Just as a reminder every year, New Hampshire public and charter school are required by state law (RSA 193-C) and federal accountability laws to assess students using standardized assessment.
South Meadow School will be testing on the following days:
Tuesday, May 16th
Thursday, May 18th
Friday, May 19th
Tuesday, May 23rd
In order to ensure the success of our students, we are asking parents to be sure their students have charged their chromebooks, have had a good breakfast, are well rested, and ready to test. If you could also be sure they have a pencil and something they could read or have a quiet activity in case they complete the tests early we would greatly appreciate it.
Just as a reminder every year, New Hampshire public and charter school are required by state law (RSA 193-C) and federal accountability laws to assess students using standardized assessment.
South Meadow School will be testing on the following days:
Tuesday,
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On Saturday, the Ocean Bowl team traveled to Rye where they spent the morning exploring tide pools at Odiorne State Park.
They observed several crabs, shrimp, mussels, barnacles, periwinkle and dog whelk snails, and a larval fish.
After a picnic lunch and a visit to the Seacoast Science Center, the group picked up trash on Rye Beach.
âThis was such a fun experience. It was great to see the animals and ecosystems that weâve been talking about all year,â said sophomore Amanda Bergeron. âPicking up trash was so satisfying!â added Maeve Finn. âIt feels good to know youâre making a difference.â
On Saturday, the Ocean Bowl team traveled to Rye where they spent the morning exploring tide pools at Odiorne State Park.
They observed several crabs, shrimp, mussels, barnacles,
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7th and 5th Grade students were teamed up together for a cooperative advisory activity to see which group could build a tower strong enough to support a tennis ball.
7th and 5th Grade students were teamed up together for a cooperative advisory activity to see which group could build a tower strong enough to support a tennis ball.
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ConVal High School Summer Academy classes are filling up!
The registration deadline is Friday, May 26.
Please fill out the Summer Academy registration form to register and indicate course preferences; complete a separate registration form for each student you are enrolling. ConVal Summer Academy reserves the right to cancel any course that does not meet minimum course enrollment requirements.
Additional Information:
Who: Incoming and current ConVal High School students on a first-come, first-served basis. Students may register for one or two sessions based on their needs and interests.
What: Click here for Summer Academy course descriptions.
Where: ConVal High School
When: July 5 â August 3, 2023, Monday through Thursday (due to the July 4th holiday, classes will only be held Wednesday, 7/5, and Thursday, 7/6, the first week)
Session 1: 8:00 am â 10:00 am, and
Session 2: 10:15 am â 12:15 pm.
How: Transportation and lunch will be provided. Buses will arrive before Session 1 and will depart after Session 2; there will be no mid-morning bus run.
Summer Academy offers students the opportunity to recover graduation requirement credits as well as take enrichment courses for credit. Classes are free to incoming and current high school students on a first-come, first-served basis. If space allows, rising 7th and 8th-grade students in the ConVal district may participate in Summer Academy enrichment classes but will not be eligible for credit.
If you have questions about Summer Academy, please contact Rachael Bowman at rbowman@conval.edu.
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On Wednesday, May 10, the student members of the ConVal High School chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS) showed their appreciation for teachers and staff by hosting a breakfast in the library.
In addition to different flavored coffee options, there were homemade baked goods, cupcakes, bagels and cream cheese, healthy fruit salads, and other delicacies to feed more than 100 teachers and staff members.
Thank you, NHS, for providing a great start to the day!
On Wednesday, May 10, the student members of the ConVal High School chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS) showed their appreciation for teachers and staff by hosting a breakfast in the library.
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As part of the 2nd grade field trip to Montshire Museum, students were able to get a hands on look/participation at the exhibits.
As part of the 2nd grade field trip to Montshire Museum, students were able to get a hands on look/participation at the exhibits.
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Four ConVal student films have been selected for screening at the 2023 New Hampshire High School Short Film Festival. The Festival will open on Sunday, May 21, at 11:30 am, with screening starting 12:30 pm at Chunky's Cinema in Manchester. Admission is free.
The following student films were accepted for screening:
"Avian Automatons" by Trent Stafford
"Chasing The Past" by Jennifer Hopkins
"In My Mind" by Ethan Marony
"Peterborough Fire and Rescue" by Francisco Jaimes
The selection of these movie shorts means that the films have made the first cut on their way to potentially receiving an award. All film nominations, regardless of type or genre, were judged on the filmmakersâ ability to effectively captivate their audience through the craft and art of cinematic expression. Originality, cinematic storytelling, and technical execution were the basis of the scoring of this stage in the competition.
Launched in 2008 and presented by the New Hampshire Film and Television Office, the New Hampshire High School Short Film Festival has become one of the marquee film festivals in the state, fostering interest in filmmaking, supporting media arts education in schools, and rewarding future members of the industry for their craft.
Four ConVal student films have been selected for screening at the 2023 New Hampshire High School Short Film Festival. The Festival will open on Sunday, May 21, at 11:30 am,
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Ten 7th and 8th graders represented South Meadow School at the S.W District Middle School Music Festival this past Saturday. The students spent all day rehearsing extra material with other performers from middle schools throughout South Western NH and put on an amazing concert Saturday evening. Congratulations to these talented musicians for being nominated and accepted to the festival.
Ten 7th and 8th graders represented South Meadow School at the S.W District Middle School Music Festival this past Saturday. The students spent all day rehearsing extra material with other performers from middle schools throughout South Western NH and put on an amazing concert Saturday evening.
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To complete the required safety drills for the year, AES walked down to the Antrim Baptist Church as this is one of our designated off-site locations. Antrim's Emergency Director Marshall Gale and Antrim Police assisted with this drill. At the same time, Great Brook School was also practicing their off-site evacuation drill.
To complete the required safety drills for the year, AES walked down to the Antrim Baptist Church as this is one of our designated off-site locations. Antrim’s Emergency Director Marshall Gale and Antrim Police assisted with this drill.
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After 37 years of working in several schools of the ConVal School District as a custodian, Frank Gorecki retired on Friday, May 5, 2023.
During an after-school retirement party in the library, Gorecki was praised for his long-term service to ConVal High School and for his willingness to go the extra mile during school events, such as concerts, athletic banquets, and graduation ceremonies, as well as during district-wide events like the annual deliberative session in the ConVal gym.
Congratulations, Frankie, on your well-deserved retirement from ConVal, and we hope to see you at graduation in June!
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Over April break, ConVal science teacher Carol Young completed an 8-day Teacher Fellowship in Costa Rica. Young joined 14 other science educators from across the United States and Canada to learn about ecological research methods and inquiry-based instructional models. The fellowship was a unique professional development opportunity provided by the nonprofit organization Ecology Project International (EPI).
Katherine Mena and Raquel Bone Guzman, EPI instructors and native Costa Ricans, led the fellows in a variety of team building, data analysis, and nature observation activities. The group spent five days at Pacuare on the Caribbean coast and another two days inland at Tirimbina Biological Reserve in Sarapiqui.
On rainforest hikes, there were opportunities to observe toucans, poison dart frogs, and a resident crocodile. "The most amazing thing, though, was the tortugas," Young noted. Every night, the fellows were divided into three patrol groups. Led by one of Pacuareâs research assistants, each group hiked a 4 kilometer stretch of beach for four hours.
During their patrol they looked for female leatherback sea turtles, or tortugas, making their nests on the beach. When they spotted one, the fellows helped the research assistant measure the width and length of the tortugaâs carapace as well as its neck circumference. They also measured the depth of the nesting hole. As the tortuga released her eggs, a research assistant or fellow caught them in a bag.
The eggs were then carried to the hatchery, where they were buried at the same depth as the tortugaâs nest. âI felt so humbled and honored to be in the presence of these ancient creatures as they started their next generation,â Young said.
For more on the fellowship program and the research that was conducted, please see here.
Over April break, ConVal science teacher Carol Young completed an 8-day Teacher Fellowship in Costa Rica. Young joined 14 other science educators from across the United States and Canada to learn about ecological research methods and inquiry-based instructional models.
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On May 4, students gathered in the Lucy Hurlin Theatre to see student film productions. "The ConVal Film Festival is an annual event that is put on by Video ll Students," explained senior Alicia Connolly, the Festival Coordinator. "The students work over the course of the semester to produce films to submit to the New Hampshire High School Film Festival. In honor of the submissions, the Video ll students host a festival to celebrate their work, while also accepting independent submissions from the student body."
This year, there were a total of 15 submissions to the ConVal Film Festival: âThe Story of Ariesâ by Hadi Lancaric; âWho Am I?â by Joseph Chamberlain; âBorn from Iceâ by Bennett Saxe; âDear Momâ by Brooke Aldeman; âGrilled Cheeseâ by Desean Penny; âPeterborough Fire and Rescueâ by Francisco Jaimes; âMr Rogers Music Videoâ by Brady Carpentiere; âThe Making of The Pirate Queenâ by Elijah Lacroix; "Spilt Milkâ by Toby Cornell; âAvian Automatonsâ by Trent Stafford; âYou are Enoughâ by Alicia Connolly; âPieces of the Pastâ by Esther Janis; âIn My Mindâ by Ethan Marony; and âChasing The Pastâ by Jennifer Hopkins.
On May 4, students gathered in the Lucy Hurlin Theatre to see student film productions. “The ConVal Film Festival is an annual event that is put on by Video ll Students,”
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Our school is about to take part in a special, communitywide shared reading event. Every family will receive a copy of the same book, âFenway and Hattieâ by Victoria Coe. Your family will be asked to read it together at home over the next few weeks*.
Reading aloud at home is valuable because it better prepares your child to be an effective reader, and it is also a fun, worthwhile family activity. With this program, we aim to build a Community of Readers at our school. Everyone â students, parents, teachers, even administrative staff â will all be following along together.
Your child received a copy of âFenway and Hattieâ today at a special school-wide assembly introducing the program and the book. Funds from our Title One grant paid for books for each student. Along with the book, you will receive a reading schedule so that you can keep up at home. Monday and Wednesday chapters will be read aloud at school. Alternate weekday chapters will be read at home.
In school, your child will be invited to answer daily trivia questions to encourage and reward attentive listening. Nightly discussion questions will also be posted on the schoolâs Facebook page. In class, students will explore the book through activities and discussion. You will want to make sure your family keeps up so that your child can be included.
When a whole school reads a book, thereâs a lot to talk about. With your help, we can build a Community of Readers at our school.
Thank you for your participation!
â The PES FELT Team (Family Engagement Leadership Team)
Our school is about to take part in a special, communitywide shared reading event. Every family will receive a copy of the same book,
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Students in Mrs. Brophy's Science class worked with John Benjamin from the Harris Center on their bird watching unit. They practiced with binoculars observing birds looking for clues as to what they eat and if they are migratory. Mr. Benjamin also brought actual birds that students could examine closely.
Students in Mrs. Brophy’s Science class worked with John Benjamin from the Harris Center on their bird watching unit. They practiced with binoculars observing birds looking for clues as to what they eat and if they are migratory.
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Members of the ConVal Class of 2023 celebrated their accomplishments and future plans on "I Decided Day" on Wednesday.
With their classes wrapping up in just five weeks and graduation nearing in early June, seniors took time to look back on their last four years of hard work and looked ahead to their future.
Students visited the School Counseling office to take photos of themselves in swag of the colleges and universities that they intend to attend in the fall.
Members of the ConVal Class of 2023 celebrated their accomplishments and future plans on “I Decided Day” on Wednesday.
With their classes wrapping up in just five weeks and graduation nearing in early June,
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On April 12th, ConVal School Board member and Vietnam Veteran Dick Dunning â who is also a Civil War Reenactor â visited David Allenâs Social Studies class to provide some unique insights into the daily life of a Union soldier. The artifacts, history and enthusiasm that he brought to the students was truly impactful as was evident from the recap of his visit later in the week. The eighth grade headed off on the AHT and to Gettysburg with a firmer grasp of the realities that took place there thanks to Mr. Dunning.
On April 12th, ConVal School Board member and Vietnam Veteran Dick Dunning â who is also a Civil War Reenactor â visited David Allenâs Social Studies class to provide some unique insights into the daily life of a Union soldier.
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Students constructed electromagnets and changed variables to make the strongest âfishing poleâ in order to collect the most âfishâ in our annual Derby.
Students constructed electromagnets and changed variables to make the strongest âfishing poleâ in order to collect the most âfishâ in our annual Derby.
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On Friday, Systems Administrator Kevin Carne and ATC Director Jen Kiley provided a demonstration in drone flying on the ConVal athletic fields. The drone they used is an ANAFI Parrot, a foldable quadcopter with a 4K HDR 21 MP camera that supports up to 25 minutes of filmed flight time.
After listening carefully to the operating instructions, Assistant Principal Rick Simoneau and Technology Integration Specialist Helfried Zrzavy each took turns trying out the drone which proved relatively easy to operate and surprisingly stable in flight, despite some wind gusts.
The goal is to offer ConVal High School students a co-curricular opportunity that is devoted to drone flying, with instruction leading to a Remote Pilot Certificate from the FAA. This certificate demonstrates that the pilot understands the regulations, operating requirements, and procedures for safely flying drones.
In addition to recreational flights, drone piloting skills can have practical career applications for students who complete the requirements for the FAA Remote Pilot Certificate. According to Zip Recruiter, "drone pilot" and "commercial drone pilot" are commonly searched positions in the current job market. The primary responsibilities of a drone pilot are to control and maintain an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV).
Drone pilot positions are available with both the military and other governmental organizations, as well as private companies, such as agricultural operations, environmental scientists, film and television production companies, surveyors, and GIS mapping specialists. Drone pilots can expect to make $34,000-$70,000 annually.
On Friday, Systems Administrator Kevin Carne and ATC Director Jen Kiley provided a demonstration in drone flying on the ConVal athletic fields. The drone they used is an ANAFI Parrot,
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Friday was the last full day that the ConVal exchange students were able to spend with their partners and host families in Salzburg.
"This morning, we changed our plans from a nature day to a town day because of the forecast - we are glad we did because it really poured today," Frau Hodgdon reported. "We headed to the 'Haus der Natur' which is a really excellent science museum. They had exhibits on everything from space to the art of taxidermy, mineralogy to dragons." One room contained a collection of "Schiachperchten" ("ugly perchten"), scary masks carved of wood and adorned with horns. The masks are worn by scary furry creatures with loud cow bells and whipping rods in the centuries-old tradition of "Krampus" runs on December 5.
"Then we all scattered to go home to pack, take naps, and squeeze some last fun in. Finally, we headed up the mountain to the Gaisberg for our farewell dinner. Jen, Danielle, Maeve, and Eva all gave wonderful speeches about how meaningful their time here was."
"Fritz Baier reminded me tonight that a tourist brings back souvenirs, a traveler brings back stories," Frau Hodgdon concluded. Addressing the parents of ConVal exchange students directly, she continued: "I hope you will have plenty of stories and pictures and this truly is just the beginning of your student's adventures abroad. We don't think tonight was an end, but a start to further adventures."
Friday was the last full day that the ConVal exchange students were able to spend with their partners and host families in Salzburg.
“This morning, we changed our plans from a nature day to a town day because of the forecast –
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On Thursday, the tour of the ConVal exchange students started on a somber historical note but ended with a fun exploration of a German amusement park.
"We started the day visiting Dachau, the former concentration camp," Frau Hodgdon reported. Established in 1933 about a half-hour ride northwest of Munich, Dachau served as a model for other concentration camps that were later established throughout Nazi Germany. The camp became infamous for the atrocities committed against prisoners, primarily political dissidents, homosexuals, Jews, and other minority groups considered undesirable by the Nazi regime. The camp was also used for medical experimentation and served as a training ground for SS personnel who would later staff other concentration camps.
"It is a heavy place meant for contemplation and I am glad we started the day this way. German students are required by law to visit a concentration camp with school and I am glad students got to see something they had only read about," Frau Hodgdon noted. The school visits to concentration camps are part of Germany's "Vergangeheitsbewältigung," a continuing, national effort of confronting and coping with the country's World War II past.
The next stop was a tour of downtown Munich and the Marienplatz to have lunch and get some shopping done. "After that, we went to the BMW World, which is like a showroom for all of the BMW products including the Mini, Rolls Royce, and all their motorcycles," Frau Hodgdon continued.
"Next we headed to the Olympic Park and went up the Olympic Tower where we had a great view of the city. Finally, we headed to the 'FrĂźhlingsfest,' which is a smaller version of Oktoberfest, just in the spring. The kids had a great time and were interested in the comparisons between German and American carnivals."
"Throughout the day, various students were in charge of getting us from one point to another and they did a great job navigating subway, bus, and train maps."
On Thursday, the tour of the ConVal exchange students started on a somber historical note but ended with a fun exploration of a German amusement park.
“We started the day visiting Dachau,
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Eric Weiss of Homeslice Puppetry teaches SMS 8th Grade students how the elements of making advanced sock and shadow puppets. Some very interesting characters were created!
Eric Weiss of Homeslice Puppetry teaches SMS 8th Grade students how the elements of making advanced sock and shadow puppets. Some very interesting characters were created!
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On Wednesday, the ConVal students who are participating in the Salzburg Exchange Program this year got to attend classes at the Akademisches Gymnasium (Academic High School) where they participated in 9th, 10th, and 11th grade classes in small groups of 4 or 5.
The Akademisches Gymnasium was founded in 1617 as a preparatory school for the University of Salzburg by Markus Sittikus von Hohenems, the Prince-Archbishop of Salzburg. The school's century-old mission is to prepare students specifically for university studies with a strong commitment to Humboldt's ideal of education â graduates are to become self-determining individuals and world citizens by developing independent reasoning powers in an environment of academic freedom.
As Frau Hodgdon reported: "Today was a very special day because we got to see what Austrian school is like. We visited a range of classes, each 45 minutes in length: ancient Greek, Latin, German, History, Mathematics, Art, French, English, Chemistry, Physics, Biology. The students found the comparison between cultures to be very interesting!"
After their day at school, our students visited Hellbrunn Palace, an early Baroque villa of palatial size, near Morzg, a southern district of the city of Salzburg. The original owner was Markus Sittikus von Hohenems, the same Prince-Archbishop who founded the Akademisches Gymnasium. Sittikus built the villa in 1613â19 and named it for the "Hellbrunn" (clear spring) that supplied it.
People familiar with the movie The Sound of Music will recognize Hellbrunn Palace for its trick fountains which Frau Hodgdon considered "pretty incredible engineering for the time!" The castle grounds also contain the movie's famous gazebo where Liesel and Rolf sing â16 Going On 17â and where Captain von Trapp and Maria perform their romantic duet, âSomething Good.â
"Before heading home to their host families, a few students went 'kneippen,' which is an Austrian health program that involves walking in frigid water while meditating," Frau Hodgdon noted. The loosely structured late afternoon program had some students try Sachertorte, have dinner at an Italian restaurant, while a third group visited Mozart's birthplace in the center of Salzburg.
On Wednesday, the ConVal students who are participating in the Salzburg Exchange Program this year got to attend classes at the Akademisches Gymnasium (Academic High School) where they participated in 9th,
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On Tuesday, ConValâs exchange students traveled to the Imperial City of Vienna. The students got to explore the inner city's pedestrian zone with its boutique shops and the Stephansdom (St. Stephen's Cathedral) at its center. The 12th-century cathedral took more than 440 years to complete and is considered a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, featuring stunning stained glass windows and a 450-foot south tower with intricate sandstone carvings.
They also visited Hofburg Palace, the once principal residence of the Habsburg monarchs, the Spanish Riding School with its 400-year tradition of raising and training the white Lippizaner horses, as well as the Nationalbibliothek (National Library) with its high-ceilinged State Hall and over 200,000 rare and historical texts among its total collection of 12 million books, manuscripts, and other cultural artifacts.
Students were also fascinated by the Albertina Museum in the heart of Vienna. The museum's collection includes over one million works of art from the late Gothic period to contemporary art, among them drawings, etchings, and prints by artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Albrecht DĂźrer, Raphael, and Rembrandt. The museum also has a strong collection of modern and contemporary art, including works by artists such as Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, Egon Schiele, and Andy Warhol. On the Naschmarkt, Vienna's largest and most popular outdoor market, students got to see a wide variety of traditional Viennese foods and drinks.
As Frau Hodgdon reported: "It was a mega long day in Vienna, leaving school at 7:30 this morning and returning at 10:15 pm. But boy, did we see a lot! The kids were certainly troopers today - we walked about 10 miles in all kinds of weather today and they are exhausted!" She especially appreciated the tour guiding skills of Fritz Baier, the exchange program contact at the Akademisches Gymnasium in Salzburg: "The whole time, Fritz regaled us with stories about Vienna - we are lucky to have such a walking fountain of knowledge with us!"
On Tuesday, ConValâs exchange students traveled to the Imperial City of Vienna. The students got to explore the inner city’s pedestrian zone with its boutique shops and the Stephansdom (St.
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On Monday, ConVal's contingent of exchange students traveled to The Hallein Salt Mine, an underground salt mine located in the DĂźrrnberg plateau above Hallein, Austria. The mine has been worked for over 2,600 years and was a main contributor to the economic and political rise of the city of Salzburg whose name literally translates as "salt castle."
As Frau Hodgdon reported, "We had a great day traveling to Hallein to see the salt mines. We had a fantastic tour of what a real salt mine used to look like and how salt was produced. It was awesome being underground, in tunnels, traveling in by train car, sliding down giant slides, having a boat ride, and a tour guide who explained everything in three languages!"
In addition to the exploration of the salt mine nearly 700 feet underground and almost 4,000 feet away from the entrance, students got to cross an international border underground (see photo below).
Another key takeaway of the day: one has to learn to negotiate the public transportation system with care and watch out for people on the bike paths!
On Monday, ConVal’s contingent of exchange students traveled to The Hallein Salt Mine, an underground salt mine located in the DĂźrrnberg plateau above Hallein, Austria. The mine has been worked for over 2,600 years and was a main contributor to the economic and political rise of the city of Salzburg whose name literally translates as “salt castle.”
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ConVal exchange students spent their first weekend in Austria with their host families.
Together, they explored the city of Salzburg and several sights nearby, from private boat tours in the lakes region to a demonstration of the sport of falconry, from medieval castles to the ultra-modern Hangar-7 Red Bull museum.
ConVal exchange students spent their first weekend in Austria with their host families.
Together, they explored the city of Salzburg and several sights nearby, from private boat tours in the lakes region to a demonstration of the sport of falconry,
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The ConVal students who are on their trip to Germany and Austria had a busy day on Friday. It was mostly a day of travel and then the group dispersed among a few small-group destinations.
The highlight of the day was that our students reunited with their partners, the students whom they had hosted in October of last year.
Our students will spend a fun weekend with their host families and get to know Salzburg! The weather is still a bit more wintry than the 80-degree temperatures they had experienced ahead of the trip, and despite an early bloom in Salzburg, there is now a fresh layer of snow into the low altitudes of the Alps, as the last picture shows.
The ConVal students who are on their trip to Germany and Austria had a busy day on Friday. It was mostly a day of travel and then the group dispersed among a few small-group destinations.
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To read the April 21, 2023 edition of the Weekly Cougar News, please click here.
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In honor of Earth Day (April 22), the National Honor Society hosted a campus clean-up for students who were passionate about making our school grounds and community a cleaner place.
Eighteen students participated in the trash cleanup. They filled over 4 large trash bags during their sweep of the campus grounds and popular trail.
Students hope to make this an annual tradition at ConVal and increase participation next year!
Earth Day is an annual event on April 22 to demonstrate support for environmental protection. First held on April 22, 1970, it now includes a wide range of events, including cleanups. The official theme for 2023 is "Invest In Our Planet."
In honor of Earth Day (April 22), the National Honor Society hosted a campus clean-up for students who were passionate about making our school grounds and community a cleaner place.
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Our sleep patterns are largely determined by our internal biological clock â some people naturally wake up early and feel more alert in the morning, while others are more active at night and struggle to get up in the morning. These individual differences are referred to as chronotypes, and they are thought to be influenced by genetics. In Anne Clifton-Waite's AP Biology Class, students learned how to use DNA analysis to determine whether someone is a morning lark or night owl.
The DNA analysis involves examining specific genetic markers, in this case the PER3 gene which has two variants: a long allele and a short allele. Individuals with the long allele tend to be morning types, while those with the short allele are more likely to be night owls.
To conduct the DNA analysis, a sample of DNA is usually collected using a non-invasive method such as a cheek swab or saliva sample. The DNA is then sequenced, and specific genetic markers are examined to determine the individual's chronotype.
The procedure that students in the class learned to employ is the PCR, or polymerase chain reaction. This laboratory technique involves three main steps â denaturation, annealing, and extension. The steps are repeated multiple times in a cycle, with each cycle doubling the number of copies of the target DNA sequence. 30 cycles were performed, resulting in millions of copies of the target sequence for analysis.
Gel electrophoresis was then used to visualize the results. By analyzing the ladders that developed as the result of electrophoresis and looking for tell-tale band separation markers, students were able to determine whether their genetic proclivity tended towards being a night owl or a morning lark, or somewhere in between.
As Anne Clifton-Waite stressed to the class, while DNA analysis can provide valuable insights into an individual's sleep preferences, it is important to note that genetics is not the only factor that influences chronotype. Environmental factors, such as exposure to light and social habits, also play a role. A video she showed also emphasized an individual's chronotype can change over time, particularly during adolescence and early adulthood.
Our sleep patterns are largely determined by our internal biological clock â some people naturally wake up early and feel more alert in the morning, while others are more active at night and struggle to get up in the morning.
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Sam Winslow's Statistics classes during first and third blocks found themselves out on the athletic fields on Friday in pursuit of statistical data generation and analysis.
Winslow had set up ten different stations which asked students to complete tasks such as pulling a rope hand-over-hand, stacking cups, putting together puzzles, and throwing dice. Students measured their completion times or how frequently events occurred, such as any one of the dice coming up with the number 6.
The aim of this exercise in applied statistics was to generate data in a fun way and to use them for statistical concepts, such as tendency (mean, median, mode), variability (range, variance, standard deviation), and others. Students analyzed the data in terms of in-class comparisons between students and established comparisons with the respective other section of the course.
"Collecting data to make statistical comparisons of two different sections of Statistics students was the best way to illustrate the complete workflow from data generation to analysis," said Winslow.
Sam Winslow’s Statistics classes during first and third blocks found themselves out on the athletic fields on Friday in pursuit of statistical data generation and analysis.
Winslow had set up ten different stations which asked students to complete tasks such as pulling a rope hand-over-hand,
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For the April 2023 edition of the ConVal School Nurses Newsletter, please click here.
For the April 2023 edition of the ConVal School Nurses Newsletter, please click here.
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South Meadow School students in Mrs. Breen's FACS class learn to sew by creating pillows.
South Meadow School students in Mrs. Breen’s FACS class learn to sew by creating pillows.
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Please click here for the website for families and friends of students on the 8th Grade AHT Tour.
Please click here for the website for families and friends of students on the 8th Grade AHT Tour.
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To read the April 14, 2023 edition of the Weekly Cougar News, please click here.
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Students, staff, and families gather at AES's bi-weekly Community Meeting to hear students present and see what is happening at AES! It is a way of connection for all.
Students, staff, and families gather at AES’s bi-weekly Community Meeting to hear students present and see what is happening at AES! It is a way of connection for all.
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During WIN time, Principal Shawn Hilliard works with a small group of students on their reading skills in the new gazebo.
During WIN time, Principal Shawn Hilliard works with a small group of students on their reading skills in the new gazebo.
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Based on the real-life story of historyâs Grace OâMalley â an Irish Chieftain and notorious pirate â, The Pirate Queen is an adventure chronicling the compelling, inspiring heroine who led an extraordinary life as a rogue, lover, and mother in 16th-century Ireland. To protect her people and save her one true love, O'Malley must confront the one woman more powerful than her: her fierce rival, Queen Elizabeth I of England.
From the writers of Les MisĂŠrables and Miss Saigon, the show combines classic storytelling and a sweeping score, with the powerful, vibrant traditions of Irish dance and song, to create a modern musical event that is both historic romance and a timeless epic.
Tickets for "The Pirate Queen" can be ordered online by clicking here. Prices are $10 for adults, $5 for students/seniors/staff.
Based on the real-life story of historyâs Grace OâMalley â an Irish Chieftain and notorious pirate â, The Pirate Queen is an adventure chronicling the compelling, inspiring heroine who led an extraordinary life as a rogue,
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The fire truck is always a very popular location when at recess at AES
The fire truck is always a very popular location when at recess at AES
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Several of Sarah Grossi's Careers in Education students attended the Teachapalooza Conference in Concord on Friday, April 7. Teachapalooza is an annual professional development conference designed for students in Teacher Preparation programs throughout the state of New Hampshire.
Teachapalooza offers workshops led by experienced educators and professionals that share strategies focusing on Social Emotional Learning for students and teachers. Students typically attend a career fair and participate in engaging activities related to education.
At the conference, the New Hampshire Educators Rising Competition results were announced. Christine Broderick and Wubalem Harrison came in 4th place in Childrenâs Literature (K-3). Zoe Nevers-Hiers, Angelina McCabe, and Kim Leroux came in 2nd place in Ethical Dilemma. They have qualified for Educators Rising Nationals in Orlando, FL, at the end of June.
Several of Sarah Grossi’s Careers in Education students attended the Teachapalooza Conference in Concord on Friday, April 7. Teachapalooza is an annual professional development conference designed for students in Teacher Preparation programs throughout the state of New Hampshire.
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The Class of 2024 Prom Committee held a car wash in the bus lane of ConVal Regional High School on Saturday. The cost was $10 for the general public, $8 for all teachers and staff members of the district.
Even at these discounted rates, the students had already raised $300 by 2:00 pm. The car wash continued for another two hours before ending at 4:00 pm.
The Class of 2024 Prom Committee held a car wash in the bus lane of ConVal Regional High School on Saturday. The cost was $10 for the general public, $8 for all teachers and staff members of the district.
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Mrs. Barnes and her first graders spent some time learning about light and sound recently. They explored with black lights in a darkened classroom.
Mrs. Barnes and her first graders spent some time learning about light and sound recently. They explored with black lights in a darkened classroom.
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We enjoyed a week long Circus Residency with Troy Wunderle's Big Top Adventures thanks to the generous support of the GES PTO. Students learned amazing feats of balance, strength and flexibility and finished the week with a packed house performance for family and friends!
We enjoyed a week long Circus Residency with Troy Wunderle’s Big Top Adventures thanks to the generous support of the GES PTO. Students learned amazing feats of balance, strength and flexibility and finished the week with a packed house performance for family and friends!
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Fun was had by everyone on Friday, March 31st when the circus came to town! Our K-4 students performed for family and friends in packed auditorium!
6th grade students in Ms. McLean’s Art Class learn how to use the pottery wheel and have been doing a great job!
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Using the familiar saying of "In like a lion, out like a lamb" kindergarten students at AES show us through pictures and words what March weather is like.
Using the familiar saying of “In like a lion, out like a lamb” kindergarten students at AES show us through pictures and words what March weather is like.
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In Andria Johnson's physical science classes, students are learning about wave types and wave properties.
Students in the 4th block class worked as a team to build a 5-meter long wave machine out of gumdrops, bamboo skewers, and duct tape.
Students got to experiment with the device to model wave properties such as amplitude, energy, speed, and frequency.
This was a super fun team-building and modeling activity, and the class truly rallied together to build, modify, and play with the wave generator.
In Andria Johnson’s physical science classes, students are learning about wave types and wave properties.
Students in the 4th block class worked as a team to build a 5-meter long wave machine out of gumdrops,
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Students in Careers in Education II are delving into the history behind nursery rhymes by looking at their historical and literary significance.
Students are creating posters about their selected rhymes that reflect the traditional lyrics, as well as alternative versions, and are discussing how these cultural devices can be used in classrooms.
Students in Careers in Education II are delving into the history behind nursery rhymes by looking at their historical and literary significance.
Students are creating posters about their selected rhymes that reflect the traditional lyrics,
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The Class of 2023 is hosting Prom at the Enchanted Garden! This event will be held at the Keene Country Club on Saturday, May 20, from 7-10 pm.
Members of the Junior and Senior classes will be able to purchase tickets for $40, exact cash or check only. Due to capacity limits of the venue, this is a strictly Junior and Senior Prom.
Tickets will be sold exclusively to the senior class on April 13 and 14. On April 17 and 18, tickets will be sold to Juniors as well.
If you plan to bring a non-ConVal guest, please make sure to pick up a guest form in the office. We hope to see you there!
The Class of 2023 is hosting Prom at the Enchanted Garden! This event will be held at the Keene Country Club on Saturday, May 20, from 7-10 pm.
Members of the Junior and Senior classes will be able to purchase tickets for $40,
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Some of Temple Elementary School's third and fourth-grade students are participating in a monthly cooking club.
This past week they prepared Thai spring rolls. The students peeled, chopped, stirred, cooked, filled, and rolled spring rolls. With the help of the adults, the spring rolls were fried and enjoyed. The students said they were delicious. Now, to get them to cook enough for the staff too.
We are so thankful for this opportunity that is offered by Cornucopia to the students of Temple Elementary.
Some of Temple Elementary School’s third and fourth-grade students are participating in a monthly cooking club.
This past week they prepared Thai spring rolls. The students peeled, chopped,
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The third and fourth-grade students learned about sound and how it travels.
Students are exploring the role that air plays in enabling a sound vibration to travel. In the activity, Act Out a Sound, students do two short experiments that explore sound vibrations. Students experiment with sound to understand how it moves through the air and then consider what would happen in an environment like space, where there is no air.
The third and fourth-grade students learned about sound and how it travels.
Students are exploring the role that air plays in enabling a sound vibration to travel. In the activity,
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Temple Elementary students were treated to a fun, informative assembly about wild animals on Friday, March 31, 2023.
We had a very knowledgeable presenter who made all of his scientific information fun and engaging. Along with the animals shown, we also had the opportunity to view a tarantula and pet a rabbit. The students just love when the animals come to TES!
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The Harris Center visited AES's 3rd and 4th grade so they could learn about Herbivores and Carnivores. Three students are carefully examining an otter.
The Harris Center visited AES’s 3rd and 4th grade so they could learn about Herbivores and Carnivores. Three students are carefully examining an otter.
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On Sunday, April 2, the ConVal Music Department held a mattress fundraiser in the gym.
What sounds like an outlandish idea â bringing an entire mattress showroom into a school for a day to raise funds for student activities â proved to be highly successful with early estimates for a profit exceeding $6,000. The money raised will be used for scholarships for band and choir students.
The music department thanks the students who participated and the community for their support of this fundraiser.
On Sunday, April 2, the ConVal Music Department held a mattress fundraiser in the gym.
What sounds like an outlandish idea â bringing an entire mattress showroom into a school for a day to raise funds for student activities â proved to be highly successful with early estimates for a profit exceeding $6,000.
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To read the March 31, 2023 edition of the Weekly Cougar News, please click here.
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ConVal's music teachers Brian Moore and Jim Wickham attended the New Hampshire Music Educators Association (NHMEA) Spring Conference at the Grappone Center in Concord on Friday. The theme of the conference this year was "Culture Counts: Building an Inclusive Music Program."
A wide range of presentations covered topics such as "Music Literacy: Who Are We Including?", "Alignment Check: Creating a Values-Driven Music Program," "Fostering Meaningful Feedback through the Critical Response Process," "Promoting Student Agency in Repertoire Selection," "Social-Emotional Needs of Musical High-Achievers," "Repertoire & Resources for Choral Classrooms," and "Empow-HER: Equitable Practices That amplify Womenâs (and Treble) Voices."
Claire Fifield, the Band Director at Great Brook School, also attended the conference.
ConVal’s music teachers Brian Moore and Jim Wickham attended the New Hampshire Music Educators Association (NHMEA) Spring Conference at the Grappone Center in Concord on Friday. The theme of the conference this year was “Culture Counts: Building an Inclusive Music Program.”
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Chris Cox, an education and career counselor with the New Hampshire Higher Education Assistance Foundation (NHHEAF) Network, gave a presentation on Wednesday about "Early College and Career Planning."
Cox presented the wide variety of pathways that are open to students after high school, including 2-year and 4-year college options as well as professional and certificate programs. The presentation included a segment on the NH Scholars Program which qualifies successful completers for scholarships and college application fee waivers. Cox also emphasized that specific courses may qualify high school students for eStart and Running Start credits that bring down the overall cost of a post-secondary education.
Cox encouraged students to take the lead in being advocates for their career goals and exploring opportunities outside the classroom through co-curricular activities, community service, summer programs, extended learning opportunities (ELOs), and career exploration programs.
The final portion of the NHHEAF college and career planning presentation was devoted to the calculation of the true cost of college education, the availability of financial aid, and different ways to secure funding from a variety of sources.
Chris Cox, an education and career counselor with the New Hampshire Higher Education Assistance Foundation (NHHEAF) Network, gave a presentation on Wednesday about “Early College and Career Planning.”
Cox presented the wide variety of pathways that are open to students after high school,
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Dear Fellow Community Members,
The ConVal School Board wishes to thank you, the voters, for your continued support of our students, staff, and programming. Even three feet of snow, power outages, and a delayed vote could not stop your dedication to our community and our schools.
Voter approval of the 2023-2024 operating budget ensures a continued excellent and supportive education for the children of our district. For the Board and administration, this was a months-long process, developing a budget that is both educationally sound and fiscally responsible in financially difficult times. We also appreciate your support of all remaining articles, from the building capital reserve trust fund to the health maintenance trust fund.
Please help us welcome both new and re-elected School Board members: William Bryk (Antrim), R. Michael Hoyt (Bennington), Thomas John Kirlin (Francestown), Dan Harper (Hancock), Greg Kriebel (Peterborough), and Jim Fredrickson (Sharon).
Thank you again for your support. For a .pdf file with detailed results, please click here.
Students demonstrated the SMS core belief by working cooperatively to achieve a common goal as an advisory activity.
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Kevin Skarupa, WMUR Meteorologist speaks to the SMS 6th Grade via Zoom all about what causes our weather. Students also given time to ask him multiple questions.
Kevin Skarupa, WMUR Meteorologist speaks to the SMS 6th Grade via Zoom all about what causes our weather. Students also given time to ask him multiple questions.
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On a field trip with Andria Johnson and Karen Fabianski, ConVal Physical Science students recently had an opportunity to explore several aspects of sustainable building practices that are incorporated in the Harris Center for Conservation Education in Hancock.
Students learned how to conduct an energy audit by working their way through eight stations located throughout the building. Harris Center guides taught students how to measure electricity usage with Kill-A-Watt monitors and how to evaluate the energy savings of LED lights. Students got to test the interior and exterior temperatures of single-, double-, and triple-pane windows to measure heat loss. In other areas, they applied their math skills to determine how much water the Centerâs composting toilets save, and to work out how much forest area is required to sustainably grow the amount of wood used to heat the building with the pellet boiler.
Thank you, Harris Center, for this unique applied learning experience!
On a field trip with Andria Johnson and Karen Fabianski, ConVal Physical Science students recently had an opportunity to explore several aspects of sustainable building practices that are incorporated in the Harris Center for Conservation Education in Hancock.
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At AES, 4th graders used a filbert brush to create unique flowers to decorate our halls. Each student created their own unique flower or flowers to adorn our halls.
At AES, 4th graders used a filbert brush to create unique flowers to decorate our halls. Each student created their own unique flower or flowers to adorn our halls.
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The ConVal School District has summer learning opportunities available for elementary and middle school students. The Title 1, Explore and Expand, and Middle School Summer Academy programs will run from July 5 through July 27, 2023.
During three or four days a week, students will receive 1.5 hours of academic support in both mathematics and/or reading from ConVal Certified Teachers and Tutors. An extra hour of the program is reserved for enrichment and exploration, including drumming and cartooning residencies. Additional details can be found in the signup forms that are linked below.
If your student attends AES, Pierce, FES or PES, please register using this link. If your student attends DCS, GES, HES, TES, SMS or GBS, register for Explore and Expand or Summer Academy using this link.
The ConVal School District has summer learning opportunities available for elementary and middle school students. The Title 1, Explore and Expand, and Middle School Summer Academy programs will run from July 5 through July 27,
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Our Kindergarten class is excited to perform on Friday, March 31st as part of Troy Wunderlie's Big Top Adventure here at GES!
Troy Wunderlie’s Big Top Adventure is back at GES this year! 2nd graders worked on balancing spinning plates and hula hoop tricks!
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Ms. Heard's 3rd graders spent time researching birds of New Hampshire in collaboration with the Harris Center. Students researched different birds, illustrated and painted images and wrote informational books about them.
Ms. Heard’s 3rd graders spent time researching birds of New Hampshire in collaboration with the Harris Center. Students researched different birds, illustrated and painted images and wrote informational books about them.
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Mrs. Cook's 4th graders shared their NH Mammal books with their 1st grade reading buddies. 4th graders spent time researching NH mammals, illustrating and painting images and writing informative books about them.
Mrs. Cook’s 4th graders shared their NH Mammal books with their 1st grade reading buddies. 4th graders spent time researching NH mammals, illustrating and painting images and writing informative books about them.
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Students in First Friends spent time sorting shapes by attributes such as color, number of sides and corners. Check out the awesome sorting! I think they got it!
Students in First Friends spent time sorting shapes by attributes such as color, number of sides and corners. Check out the awesome sorting! I think they got it!
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Congratulations to ConVal High School science teacher Carol Young who has been selected by the nonprofit organization Ecology Project International (EPI) to participate in an 8-day Teacher Fellowship in Costa Rica in April.
She will be immersed in the rainforests and beaches of Costa Ricaâs Caribbean slope. Days will be spent collecting data and planning hands-on lessons near Pacuare Reserve, a field research station managed by EPI.
Young will work alongside researchers and instructors on a variety of ongoing ecological studies, such as monitoring leatherback sea turtles and observing the behavior and social structures of primates.
Throughout the program, Young and other Fellows will learn strategies they can bring back to their classrooms to help students observe, question, collect data, and critically analyze the world around them.
Established as a nonprofit organization in 2001, the mission of Ecology Project International (EPI) is to inspire youth with nature and empower them with science, fostering tomorrowâs leaders. EPI envisions a diverse movement building communities that cherish and restore the ecosystems that sustain them.
For more information on EPIâs programs or how teachers can apply for next yearâs EPI Teacher Fellowships, visit their website at www.ecologyproject.org/teacher-fellowships.
Congratulations to ConVal High School science teacher Carol Young who has been selected by the nonprofit organization Ecology Project International (EPI) to participate in an 8-day Teacher Fellowship in Costa Rica in April.
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Ms. Dunning's class wrote thank you notes to the DPW. The class was excited that they got to meet two of the workers, learn more about their job and give them the cards.
Ms. Dunning’s class wrote thank you notes to the DPW. The class was excited that they got to meet two of the workers, learn more about their job and give them the cards.
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The Contoocook Valley School District budget vote will be held on Tuesday, March 28, 2023. Below are the places in the towns of your residence where you can cast your vote:
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For a brief video on the budget, please click here. For a message from the Chair of the ConVal School Board regarding the budget, please click here.
The Contoocook Valley School District budget vote will be held on Tuesday, March 28, 2023. Below are the places in the towns of your residence where you can cast your vote:
For a brief video on the budget,
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In a recent "New Hampshire Chronicle" segment, reporters the Manchester ABC affiliate WMUR visited Dublin to explore the history of The Old Farmer's Almanac.
A portion of the broadcast, which dealt with the children's edition of the Almanac, was filmed at Dublin Consolidated School. You can watch the entire TV program by clicking here.
In a recent “New Hampshire Chronicle” segment, reporters the Manchester ABC affiliate WMUR visited Dublin to explore the history of The Old Farmer’s Almanac.
A portion of the broadcast,
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As students arrived to class, they had to enter the room as if they were arriving at the airport for a flight to Europe today. Students are going through security checkpoints and receiving their Boarding Passes.
As students arrived to class, they had to enter the room as if they were arriving at the airport for a flight to Europe today. Students are going through security checkpoints and receiving their Boarding Passes.
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Dear ConVal Community,
You should have recently received a one-page mailing that provides some insight into our proposed budget for the coming fiscal year, which residents will be asked to vote on on Tuesday, March 28 in your respective communities.
Due to a printing error, some incorrect or unclear information was shared on this flyer and so we would like to provide an updated version.
The flier contains information on our proposed budget, including details on how the funding would be appropriated across our core areas of service.
You should have recently received a one-page mailing that provides some insight into our proposed budget for the coming fiscal year, which residents will be asked to vote on on Tuesday,
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My name is Tod Silegy and I am the Athletic Director at South Meadow School. This letter is to inform you about 2023 Softball and Baseball Try Outs at SMS.
Try Outs for both Softball and Baseball will start MONDAY, March 27th. Try outs are for any SMS student in grades 6th, 7th, and 8th.
Softball try outs will start at 2:30 and end at 4:00 on March 27th and the team will be made by March 31. There will be no practice March 31 due to a school dance in our gym.
After try outs end at 4:00, players may go home on the late bus, walk, or be taken home by their parents after 4:00.
Baseball try outs will start at 4:00 and end at 5:30 on March 27th. and the team will be made by March 31. There will be no practice March 31 due to a school dance in our gym.
Baseball players trying out will have to go home after school and should be dropped off at the back of the SMS gym by 3:50. The back doors will be open.
No one trying out will be allowed to stay after school please.
If you pick up your child after any of the BB or SB practices, always pick up your child in the UPPER BACK LOT no later than 10 minutes after practice ends please.
All players must dress appropriately for indoor try outs: sneakers, shorts or sweat pants, t shirt or sweat shirt, baseball/softball glove and a water bottle. Hats may be worn, but only in the gym. Masks are optional for softball. PLEASE do NOT buy any new equipment for your child until the teams are made.
I expect close to 20-25 athletes trying out for each team.
Both teams will be made by March 31 and the last day of tryouts for both teams is March 30th. Roster for players making the team will be put in the girls locker room for softball and the boys locker room for baseball on Friday the 31st.
As soon as weather permits both teams will transition to the OUTDOORS.
Softball will practice at SMS and Adams Playground. All games are played at Adams playground. Boys will practice at South Meadow and play games on our own baseball field. Both practices will start at 2:30 sharp and end at 4:00.. Players will then go home on the late bus, walk, or be taken home by their parents by 4:10. Girls will be transported to Adams and back to South Meadow in time for the late bus. Softball players could be collected at Adams by there parents as well. For HOME games softball players must be picked up by their parents at Adams Playground after the game and baseball players at SMS.
Playing Baseball and Softball at South Meadow is a 4-5 weekday commitment so all players trying out must be able to make this commitment.
Players must have in their respective coachesâ possession a parent permission form by the first day of tryouts. An updated physical form must be in our nurses office by the first day of tryouts. The physical form expires every two years. Any SMS athlete trying out, that has not take the initial impact test this year or last year, must take the test before trying out. You may access how to take the test on the SMS website. See attached impact test letter please.
My name is Tod Silegy and I am the Athletic Director at South Meadow School. This letter is to inform you about 2023 Softball and Baseball Try Outs at SMS.
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Dear parents of ANY South Meadow School Student that would like to play a 2023 spring sport at South Meadow School, starting March 27, 2023. Softball, Baseball, or The Running Club Team.
My name is Tod Silegy and I am completing my 23rd year at South Meadow School as Physical Education Teacher, Athletic Director, and Boys Soccer Coach and Girls Softball Coach.
To play a sport at the high school level or middle school level in the ConVal district, ALL athletes must take the Initial Impact Concussion Test. This test is not a competition and there is no score, but the test does create a baseline for each athleteâs brain when it is healthy.
Hopefully this will not happen, but if your child does receive a concussion that is verified by your primary care physician while playing a sport for SMS, your child would have to sit out practices and games until your primary care physician clears your child to resume participating. Once the primary care physician clears your child to resume play, your child would have to take the Post-Concussion Impact test. The Post-Concussion Impact Test would then be compared to your childâs Initial Impact Baseline Test, and if it compares well, your child would be allowed to resume play for SMS.
Please have your child take the Initial Impact Test at home, this week if possible.
Below is the link to take the Initial Impact Test. Your child should be in a quiet place that will be undisturbed until completed. Click on the link, then put in the Impact Test Code, then follow the prompts until you get to the âstart test.â
Ideally a parent should help your child get through the first part of the testâs demographics. The test asks for name, birthdate, etc., but also questions about add, headaches, dizziness, etc. My experience tells me many student athletes are not sure how to answer these questions. You may also click that you do not want to complete any demographics. After the test is started, your child should be able to handle the test on their own. In the end you do not have to do any emailing of results. Just sign out!
All information goes to and is stored in the ConVal Athletic Initial Impact Test data base. You do not have to send me any information.
This test is good for any other sport your child would like to play throughout their year at SMS, and the test is good for next year as well. If you child did NOT take the test last year or this year, they HAVE TO take it this year for spring sports.
To activate this link, go to the SMS website, click under programs and services, click on sports, click on sports pages, then scroll down. Click on the link that looks like the above, then put in code, and it will activate taking the impact test.
Dear parents of ANY South Meadow School Student that would like to play a 2023 spring sport at South Meadow School, starting March 27, 2023. Softball, Baseball,
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It was slow going, but these students kept moving along to create a path around the playground. We are going to have plenty of snow to play in well into spring!
It was slow going, but these students kept moving along to create a path around the playground. We are going to have plenty of snow to play in well into spring!
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Despite having more than enough snow to build a huge snowman, these two created a cute little snowman with all the fresh fallen snow.
Despite having more than enough snow to build a huge snowman, these two created a cute little snowman with all the fresh fallen snow.
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Our late winter snowfall brought us 3+ feet of snow making sliding down our hill a little hard. Never fear-Mrs. Cook helped us out by creating a path! Even teachers love to play in the snow!
Our late winter snowfall brought us 3+ feet of snow making sliding down our hill a little hard. Never fear-Mrs. Cook helped us out by creating a path! Even teachers love to play in the snow!
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Students returned to school after a record breaking late winter snow fall! We enjoyed the warm temps and got outside to play in the deep snow! Our snowbanks are taller than our teachers!
Students returned to school after a record breaking late winter snow fall! We enjoyed the warm temps and got outside to play in the deep snow! Our snowbanks are taller than our teachers!
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***Child MUST BE 5 before September 30, 2023***
Kindergarten Registration Southern Tier
Tuesday, March 21, 2023 8am-3pm at Peterborough Elementary School
***Snow Date of Thursday, March 23, 2023
For children residing in Dublin, Greenfield, Peterborough, Sharon and Temple
Kindergarten Registration All Towns
Wednesday, April 12, 2023 8am-3pm at Peterborough Elementary School. For children residing in Antrim, Bennington, Dublin, Francestown, Greenfield, Hancock, Peterborough, Sharon, Temple
To attend the Kindergarten Registration and Screening, please call Kate Wasserloos at 603-924-7503 ext. 2032 to schedule an appointment time. All incoming kindergarteners should attend. Pre-registration is required. A child must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Tuesday, March 21, 2023 8am-3pm at Peterborough Elementary School
***Snow Date of Thursday,
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To read the March 17, 2023 edition of the Weekly Cougar News, please click here.
To read the March 24, 2023 edition of the Weekly Cougar News, please click here.
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Good Afternoon ConVal Community,
This certainly has been a challenging few days for all of us, and we recognize that, for some of you, that challenge continues.
It is important that students have the opportunity to attend school, so school will be open tomorrow Friday, March 17, 2023.
However, many of our roads remain too narrow for our buses to travel through. In order to provide all students with the chance to come to school, we will be running limited, main-roads-only bus routes, and we will be asking families to bring students to specific locations to access transportation or, alternatively, to drive students to school themselves.
To be sure that families have the time necessary to bring their students to a centralized stop, there will be a two-hour delay tomorrow, March 17, in the ConVal School District.
Between 5 PM and 6 PM this evening, bus stops and approximate times for those stops will be shared with families; these will be shared by direct email from your studentâs principal, as well as on the ConVal School District website and our social media platforms.
We recognize that this arrangement may not work for everyone. As a result, if you choose to keep your child home or are unable to bring your child to the central bus location, their absence tomorrow will be marked as excused.
Our goal is to provide every student with the opportunity to attend school tomorrow. This is neither an ideal situation nor a perfect solution, but it is the fabric of our District to embrace difficult situations and make the best of challenging circumstances.
Thank you for your support and patience as we navigate the impacts of this significant snowstorm.
Be well,
Kimberly Rizzo Saunders Superintendent ConVal School District
This certainly has been a challenging few days for all of us, and we recognize that, for some of you, that challenge continues.
It is important that students have the opportunity to attend school,
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[post_date] => 2023-03-14 05:33:00
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The Contoocook Valley School District Second Session of the meeting for official ballot voting has been postponed to March 28th, 2023 in accordance with RSA 671:22-a, 669:1 V. and 669:1-a.
You are notified to meet at the following places in the Town of your residence to vote by official ballot in the second session:
The Contoocook Valley School District Second Session of the meeting for official ballot voting has been postponed to March 28th, 2023 in accordance with RSA 671:22-a, 669:1 V. and 669:1-a.
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To see the proposed 2023-2024 district budget explained in a short, informative video, please click here.
To see the proposed 2023-2024 district budget explained in a short, informative video, please click here.
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The ConVal School Store is located in the ConVal Cafeteria and is open during the school year. Visitors can find everything from t-shirts, sweatshirts, sweatpants, winter hats, and jackets.
There is also an online store option that accepts orders for all of our regular apparel items as well as accessories like ConVal-branded backpacks. Click here for the special sales.
The ConVal School Store is located in the ConVal Cafeteria and is open during the school year. Visitors can find everything from t-shirts, sweatshirts, sweatpants, winter hats, and jackets.
There is also an online store option that accepts orders for all of our regular apparel items as well as accessories like ConVal-branded backpacks.
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Students in Mrs. Goodspeed's 2nd grade class decorated flower pots to get ready for National Plant a Flower Day next week. They will be planting flower seeds and observing them closely as they grow. They'll be making predictions about which flower will sprout and bloom first and will collect data along the way like all good scientists do!
Students in Mrs. Goodspeed’s 2nd grade class decorated flower pots to get ready for National Plant a Flower Day next week. They will be planting flower seeds and observing them closely as they grow.
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Students spent the week learning about sculpture with Mr. Shapiro this week. They explored and used a variety of clay tools as well as applied some helpful techniques to make their work good and strong. Once completed, their work was "fired" (or baked) in the oven to harden up. The students then painted their one of a kind, unique sculptures!
Students spent the week learning about sculpture with Mr. Shapiro this week. They explored and used a variety of clay tools as well as applied some helpful techniques to make their work good and strong.
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To read the March 10, 2023 edition of the Weekly Cougar News, please click here.
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On Friday, Senator Maggie Hassan visited the Region 14 Applied Technology Center in celebration of Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month. Hassan visited all program areas: digital photography, careers in education, business, manufacturing, and engineering.
During her tour, Hassan interacted with students, asking them about the CTE classes they were taking and about their plans for the future, after graduation from ConVal High School. She also spoke about the legislative proposals that have been introduced in Washington to draw greater attention to the importance of career and technical education in preparing young students for their futures in the highest need jobs areas in the trades.
An unexpected fire alarm during the Senator's visit brought the entire school out into the parking lot, demonstrating the effectiveness of the school's emergency procedures. It was also a time for students and staff members to pose for selfies and pictures with Hassan in an informal setting.
On Friday, Senator Maggie Hassan visited the Region 14 Applied Technology Center in celebration of Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month. Hassan visited all program areas: digital photography, careers in education,
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Ms. Lawler is demonstrating a new math game at the AES Math Night & Spaghetti Supper this week. Title 1 provided take home bags with math games to all the students who attended.
Ms. Lawler is demonstrating a new math game at the AES Math Night & Spaghetti Supper this week. Title 1 provided take home bags with math games to all the students who attended.
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Students in Randy Stetzer's Honor Chemistry classes are currently conducting experiments and measurements in calometry. The aim of the lab is to determine how many units of food energy (calories) are contained is various popular snack foods.
By burning a variety of food items below a can of water and noting the increase in temperature that is being captured by an electronic probe in the can connected to their Chromebooks, students determine the temperature change and make conclusions about the amount of energy in the food.
Students in Randy Stetzer’s Honor Chemistry classes are currently conducting experiments and measurements in calometry. The aim of the lab is to determine how many units of food energy (calories) are contained is various popular snack foods.
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On Thursday, ConVal High School held its annual spring Open House. The event gave parents and guardians an opportunity to meet with their studentâs TASC homeroom teacher, classroom teachers, and school counselor. ConVal School Board members Dick Dunning and Alan Edelkind were also in attendance to meet and greet parents.
More than 100 families came out to interact with teachers and school counselors. On breaks between classroom visits, they enjoyed seeing examples of student work, such as a wall of 2D artwork in the art wing and a slideshow of photographs for which students had won Scholastic Medals in the digital photography area. Some parents signed up to volunteer at future school activities.
Parallel to the second semester Open House, parents of incoming students also had an opportunity to visit the school and to meet principal McKillop and other members of the administration, including Director of School Counseling Terri Drogue. ATC Director Jen Kiley joined families on tours of the Applied Technology Center facilities.
On Thursday, ConVal High School held its annual spring Open House. The event gave parents and guardians an opportunity to meet with their studentâs TASC homeroom teacher, classroom teachers, and school counselor.
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The SMS Drama Club will be performing "What Happened After Once Upon a Time" in the SMS Gym as follows:
Friday March 24th at 6:00pm
Saturday, March 25th at 2:00pm
Saturday, March 25th at 6:00pm - CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
Admission Cost: $5.00 for Children and under, $7.00 for Adults
Please park in the back and enter through the gym entrance.
The SMS Drama Club will be performing “What Happened After Once Upon a Time” in the SMS Gym as follows:
Friday March 24th at 6:00pm
Saturday,
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We are excited to welcome you to our rescheduled Spring Open House on Thursday, March 9, 2023.
You will be able to meet with your studentâs second semester teachers by following their daily class schedule. Each block will meet for 10 minutes as shown in the schedule below:
We are excited to welcome you to our rescheduled Spring Open House on Thursday, March 9, 2023.
You will be able to meet with your studentâs second semester teachers by following their daily class schedule.
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South Meadow School is excited that we have four students competing in the Special Olympics at Waterville Valley in the snowshoeing events. Before the events started, they got to meet Ray Brewer from WMUR. On the first day of events, they have already won gold and silver, and had a respectable 4th and 5th showing. The SMS community is so proud of all the participants!
The SMS Olympians certainly were successful winning 2 Gold Medals, 1 Silver Medal , and1 Bronze Medal as well three 4th place and three 5th place ribbons. Congratulations to all!!
South Meadow School is excited that we have four students competing in the Special Olympics at Waterville Valley in the snowshoeing events. Before the events started, they got to meet Ray Brewer from WMUR.
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The ConVal School Board wishes to remind residents of the 9 district towns of the upcoming interactive community forum the board and district administration are hosting in-person and online.
The forum will take place Monday, March 6, from 6-8 p.m. at the Lucy Hurlin Theater at ConVal High School, and will also be accessible via live stream.
The forum will feature four presentations highlighting different aspects of the budget development process and will detail the budget figures that are most consequential for the community to know. The presentations will include a laymanâs view of the budget, an explanation of the budget process, an overview of significant budget drivers, and highlight the goals and initiatives of the proposed budget and detail how property taxes are impacted by the School Budget.
Throughout the evening, there will be opportunities for the in-person and online audiences to ask questions. Each question will be answered by the presenter or by a member of the School Board or Administration. Attendees will also have an opportunity to ask questions on district-related topics other than the budget
The live stream will be done as a YouTube event that will be available as it happens, and a recording will be accessible after the event concludes. To view this forum via live stream at 6 p.m. on Monday, March 6, click here (https://www.youtube.com/c/ConValEvents) and select the â2023 March 6 Community Forumâ video from the list of available videos.
To send in a question via e-mail please use Forum@conval.edu.
Ahead of the forum, community members are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the work that has been done already on the development of the budget by clicking here (https://schoolboard.convalsd.net/budget/).
At the conclusion of the forum, attendees will have the opportunity to meet and speak with board members and district administrators.
The ConVal School Board wishes to remind residents of the 9 district towns of the upcoming interactive community forum the board and district administration are hosting in-person and online.
The forum will take place Monday,
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Dear ConVal Community,
I am writing to inform you of an incident at Peterborough Elementary School, where an apparent hoax phone call made a non-credible threat against school safety. Similar hoaxes have been carried out against other districts in New Hampshire today, and we have coordinated with the New Hampshire Department of Education in response to this incident.
At 11 a.m. today Peterborough Police responded to Peterborough Elementary School after receiving a call claiming shots had been fired at the school.
Students were not present at the time, since vacation week remains ongoing. The threat was thoroughly investigated and deemed to be an instance of âswatting,â similar to those that have occurred at schools throughout New England in recent weeks.
Peterborough Police, out of an abundance of caution, conducted a building search and perimeter check, confirming there were no unauthorized individuals on or near school property, nor any threat to the school.
The incident remains under active investigation by the Peterborough Police Department. Please see this press release from the Department of Safety.
I know news like this can be concerning, and even though it was a hoax, itâs a matter we take with the utmost seriousness. Thankfully, we have no reason to believe that there is any danger to students or staff stemming from this incident.
If any parent or guardian has any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
I am writing to inform you of an incident at Peterborough Elementary School, where an apparent hoax phone call made a non-credible threat against school safety.
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The ConVal School Board is pleased to invite stakeholders to an upcoming community forum, where they will have the opportunity to engage with the board and learn more about the districtâs work with students and the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year.
The forum will take place Monday, March 6, from 6-8 p.m. at the Lucy Hurlin Theater at ConVal High School and will be accessible via live stream.
âWe believe in providing a venue where the ConVal community is engaged and informed and all can discuss, share knowledge, and talk to each other about topics of mutual interest,â School Board Chair Janine Lesser said. âThese forums are a way for our community to stay connected with the District and have an active role in the work we do, so Iâm hopeful our community will take part.â
The forum will feature four presentations highlighting different aspects of the budget development process and will detail the budget figures that are most consequential for the community to know. The presentations will include a laymanâs view of the budget, an explanation of the budget process, an overview of significant budget drivers, and highlight the goals and initiatives of the proposed budget and detail how property taxes are impacted by the School Budget.
After the second and fourth presentations, there will be an opportunity for the in-person and online audiences to ask questions. Each question will be answered by the presenter or by a member of the School Board or Administration. Attendees will also have an opportunity to ask questions on topics not related to the budget.
The live stream will be done as a YouTube event that will be available as it happens, and a recording will be accessible after the event concludes. To view this forum via live stream at 6 p.m. on Monday, March 6, click here (https://www.youtube.com/c/ConValEvents) and select the â2023 March 6 Community Forumâ video from the list of available videos.
To send in a question via e-mail please use Forum@conval.edu. Ahead of the forum, community members are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the work that has been done already on the development of the budget by clicking here (https://schoolboard.convalsd.net/budget/).
At the conclusion of the forum, attendees will have the opportunity to meet and speak with board members and district administrators. To view the agenda for the forum, click here.
The ConVal School Board is pleased to invite stakeholders to an upcoming community forum, where they will have the opportunity to engage with the board and learn more about the districtâs work with students and the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year.
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Just before Winter Break, ConVal High School's Spirit Week ended with an all-school rally and a basketball game that put the Unified Team up against the Faculty/Staff Team.
The rally began with a spirited tic-tac-toe game played with jerseys and each of the four classes â freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors â forming teams.
The basketball game proved to be the audience favorite with students and staff cheering both teams and applauding wildly when either of the teams scored.
In between the quarters of the game, there were more class-related contests, including a ConVal Quiz game that tested student familiarity with ConVal-centered trivia, such as which sports team last won a state championship.
Though much of the Unified vs. Faculty/Staff exhibition game was close, it ended with a rather decisive final score of 62:48 in favor of the Unified squad. Congratulations!
Just before Winter Break, ConVal High School’s Spirit Week ended with an all-school rally and a basketball game that put the Unified Team up against the Faculty/Staff Team.
The rally began with a spirited tic-tac-toe game played with jerseys and each of the four classes â freshmen,
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To read the February 24, 2023 edition of the Weekly Cougar News, please click here.
First Graders are learning the steps and actions to the dance they will perform later in the week at the All School NHDI Presentation.
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Our First Friends Preschoolers built their very own Frosty the Snowman! Sounds like Mother Nature is sending us some more snow over the break next week!
Our First Friends Preschoolers built their very own Frosty the Snowman! Sounds like Mother Nature is sending us some more snow over the break next week!
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Ms. Colleen's preschoolers love making art together! Students practice painting at the easel, crafting colorful and creative creations!
The week before February break is Spirit Week at ConVal High School. Monday's theme was "Dress Like a Teacher (Staff Member) Day."
It was a fun day for everyone, with students guessing what their chosen teacher would wear that day. Some students went to great lengths to be as authentic as possible, as these photos show.
The Awesome Potatoes were indeed awesome yesterday and not only won a trophy but also earned one of the 6 invitations available to MS teams from NH/VT to the VEX IQ World Championship in Dallas as well as a $1200 scholarship to cover the entry fee for Worlds.
The Awesome Potatoes were indeed awesome yesterday and not only won a trophy but also earned one of the 6 invitations available to MS teams from NH/VT to the VEX IQ World Championship in Dallas as well as a $1200 scholarship to cover the entry fee for Worlds.
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AES's 2nd grade is learning about polygons in this math lesson.
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Congratulations to the digital photography students who have garnered Scholastic Arts Awards this year. Their pictures were on display in the atrium of the Region 14 Applied Technology Center for the last two weeks and will be on display in the office of the SAU starting in March.
Here are the award recipients by order of recognition received and title:
Jennifer Hopkins, Gold Key, "Norwegian Summer"
Esther Janis, Gold Key and American Vision Nomination, "Finding Youth"
Juliana OâMahony, Gold Key, "Eye of the Sun"
Alicia Connolly, Silver Key (Digital Art), "The Window"
Alicia Connolly, Silver Key, "Trapped In Solitude"
Kendrick Edwards, Silver Key, "Americana"
Kendrick Edwards, Silver Key, "Endless"
Nathaniel Gagnon, Silver Key, "It's Snowing And I Donât Know How To Feel"
Jennifer Hopkins, Silver Key, "Crocodile Tears"
Jennifer Hopkins, Silver Key, "Idyllic"
Jennifer Hopkins, Silver Key, "Innerdalen"
Ethan Marony, Silver Key, "Reflecting Through the Tune"
Brooke Adelman, Honorable Mention, "Looking Through a Winter Wonderland"
Jacob Carter, Honorable Mention, "Pursuit of the Spotlight"
Emma Cronin, Honorable Mention, "Handle With Care"
River Cyr-Underwood, Honorable Mention, "Sunset at Hope Creek"
Nicole Davison, Honorable Mention, "Locked In Love"
Ryan Gorman, Honorable Mention, "Self-Aware"
Jennifer Hopkins, Honorable Mention, "Fiery Gaze"
Jennifer Hopkins, Honorable Mention, "Hugin and Munin"
Jennifer Hopkins, Honorable Mention, "Mother and Daughter"
Esther Janis, Honorable Mention, "How Do You Do?"
Skye Lambert, Honorable Mention, "Split Emotions"
Ethan Marony, Honorable Mention, "Woven In Strings"
Savannah Norby, Honorable Mention, "Enough Is Enough"
Zachary Pease, Honorable Mention, "Lost In Time"
Eden Pressman, Honorable Mention, "Time Well Spent"
Congratulations to the digital photography students who have garnered Scholastic Arts Awards this year. Their pictures were on display in the atrium of the Region 14 Applied Technology Center for the last two weeks and will be on display in the office of the SAU starting in March.
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The South Meadow School 8th Grade students attended the ConVal Career Fair at the ConVal High School. As a class assignment, students had a "Career Passport" they needed to complete by visiting at least three employers. They had many to choose from as there were more that 20 community partners who represented the six career clusters.
The South Meadow School 8th Grade students attended the ConVal Career Fair at the ConVal High School. As a class assignment, students had a “Career Passport” they needed to complete by visiting at least three employers.
Read More: Four Performances, Four Gold Medals At Great East Music Festival
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To read the February 17, 2023 edition of the Weekly Cougar News, please click here.
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On Friday, 8th grade student groups from Great Brook School and South Meadow School were invited to attend a Career Fair in the gym at ConVal High School. There were more than 20 community partners who represented six career pathways: Arts & Communication, Business Management & Technology, Industrial & Engineering Technology, Health Services, Human Services, and Natural Resources & Agriculture.
This event was designed to integrate what students have been learning this year in their Career Exploration instruction using the Xello learning platform. Students had a "Career Passport" that they needed to complete by visiting at least three specific employers they are interested in and gathering important information about training and salaries.
On Friday, 8th grade student groups from Great Brook School and South Meadow School were invited to attend a Career Fair in the gym at ConVal High School. There were more than 20 community partners who represented six career pathways: Arts &
Read More: Four Performances, Four Gold Medals At Great East Music Festival
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ConVal High Schoolâs Adult Diploma Program (ADP) will be offering night classes this spring to currently enrolled ConVal students and adults in the community who have not completed their high school diploma or are looking for their HiSET (formerly known as GED) certificate.
All night classes will run Monday, March 13, through Monday, May 5, 2023. Classes will meet every Monday night, excluding holidays and the Monday of ConValâs April Break (April 24th). Classes will meet at ConVal High School, located at 184 Hancock Road in Peterborough, NH.
The following classes will run this spring:
Math (4-6 pm):Students/adults looking for credits across all levels of Algebra, support for their daily math class, support in SAT prep, or math practice and skill development may enroll
English(5-7 pm): Students/adults looking for credits in English 9, 10, 11 or an English elective may enroll
Social Studies (6-8 pm): Students/adults looking for credits in US History, American Government and Economics, or Global Studies may enroll
HiSET Tutoring (5-7 pm): Students/adults looking to be eligible to take the Official HiSET Test may enroll
Students or adults seeking credits for more than one class may enroll in multiple courses despite the courses taking place on the same night. Students and adults are required to attend every Monday as well as complete work throughout the week.
If you have any questions about the program or would like to receive an ADP Night Class Application for enrollment, please contact Adult Diploma Director Tyler Mudrick at tmudrick@conval.edu.
ConVal High Schoolâs Adult Diploma Program (ADP) will be offering night classes this spring to currently enrolled ConVal students and adults in the community who have not completed their high school diploma or are looking for their HiSET (formerly known as GED) certificate.
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In a further return to a pre-COVID school culture, ConVal's "Grateful Bread" tradition made a comeback at the high school on Friday.
ILS students make and sell various types of breads (e.g., pumpkin, banana, banana chocolate chip). Each slice is reasonably priced at $1 and all proceeds go to help a member of our ConVal Community.
The "Grateful Bread" sale facilitates both conversational interactions and practical math skills for students and in addition helps foster an inclusive community spirit at ConVal High School.
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