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Dear BES Bobcats,
At BES, we are thrilled to have the most amazing custodial crew taking care of our building. Mr. Tyler, Kelly, Gayton, and Don work tirelessly every day to clean and maintain our updated facility. We are especially grateful for their hard work today on Custodian Appreciation Day.
I also want to thank everyone who has contacted me with questions, comments, and concerns regarding morning pick-up and drop-off routines. Things are running smoothly, and we have made a few adjustments now that we are fully into the swing of things on day 25 of the school year. In the mornings, once all buses have cleared, we have found that we can pause one or two cars at the crosswalk so students can safely step out. This approach makes drop-off both safer and more efficient as we get everyone inside by 8:00 AM. If there is no line of cars remaining at 8:00 AM, we put up the cones and head inside to start the school day. Please exercise extra caution if you are dropping your child off at or after that time. Lastly, I want to give a special shout-out to our preschool families. They maintain an exceptionally safe and careful routine while handing off our littlest learners—some as young as three years old—to our preschool staff each morning!
Around the school, I have seen children building their learning routines for the school year. Our youngest learners are working on their fine motor skill development in handwriting, art class, and PE. Meanwhile, our older learners are showing impressive growth in their reading stamina. I love how excited they are on their library days as they check out new books—so many of them can even be seen reading on their way out to the buses!
Check out below for some great activities happening around the area this week. Concord is hosting the NH Book Festival, and I know many families have already enjoyed visiting the Deerfield Fair. Fall in New England is truly fabulous!
Important Dates:
October 9 and 12 - No School - Teacher Workshops and Columbus Day - correction made from last week
October 27 - Picture ReTake Day
November 3 - No School - Voting Day
November 11 - No School Veteran’s Day
Take care,
Lori
On October 3rd, best selling author Jeff Kinney is coming to the Capitol Center for the Arts as the NH Book Festival's Family Keynote speaker!
Jeff Kinney is a #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series and the Awesome Friendly Kid series. He's also a six–time Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Award winner for Favorite Book and has been named one of Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the World.
During this event you will hear Jeff talk about his best-selling book series, Diary of a Wimpy Kid and so much more. It's fun for the whole family!
Fun fact: Jeff spent his childhood in the Washington, DC, area and moved to New England, where he and his wife own a bookstore named An Unlikely Story!
Scarecrows of Bow is back! Pick up a scarecrow for just $10 at the Community Building, 3 Bow Center Road, then decorate it and join the town-wide fall display. Get creative and show off your scarecrow spirit!
Kids Night Out: NERF Battle! With Sarah and Ethan!
Get ready for an evening of NERF battles, games, and fun with friends! Join us for this action-packed Kids Night Out for grades 1-4. Participants must bring their own NERF blaster, foam darts, and protective eyewear. October 23rd from 6:30 pm- 9:00 pm $35.00 for Bow Residents and $30.00 for non residents- pizza chips and water included!
Register today at bownh.myrec.com!
Still Life Painting Class ages 8-16
Join instructor Mars Drake for a fun, beginner-friendly Still Life Painting Class. Over four classes, students will learn painting techniques using acrylics while building creativity and confidence.
Wednesdays starting October 7th 4:30 PM to 5:45 PM Bow Old Town Hall
$87 Bow Residents | $92 Non-Residents
Register at Bownh.myrec.com
Help us make the holidays a little brighter for local children and families! The Bow Garden Club is collecting new pajamas and new books for children from toddler through teen sizes.
Donations accepted: October 1–31 Donation bins: • Bow Memorial School • Baker Free Library • Bow Community Center
All donations will be distributed to Bow Human Services, Friends of Forgotten Children, Family Promises of Greater Concord, and Community Action Program Belknap-Concord.
Last year was a record year for our drive and we are hoping this year will be even more successful!
Thank you for helping us spread comfort, joy, and a love of reading throughout our community.
Dear BES Bobcat Families,
This week students participated in the first Bobcat Block of the year. We have created artwork by fingerpainting that will hang in our hallways! When it is complete I will send pictures. Bobcat Block is done by grade level. Students are with Ms. Krueger and the school counselors Ms. Mason and Ms. Stottak doing activities that offer creativity in multiple areas. The students work as groups and individuals to create. While the students are with us as a group their teachers are collaborating on an area in our curriculum to meet the needs of their learners.
It is getting better! We have collected the information for 468 students out of 554. If the form is not completed we will assume that we do not have permission.There are times throughout the year where a classroom educator may ask students to Record themselves or their work as part of instruction or assessment. Examples include music performances, student created projects, and as part of an assessment. Also, there are times throughout the year in which a student's name or image might be shared on our school website or with local media as part of our Bow community.
Please complete this parental consent form for recording and media release: BES: Permission to Record and Media Opt Out
If you head down to any of the Homecoming Activities at BHS tonight check out the SAU 67 Connected Community Expo Students, families, and community members are invited to attend the SAU 67 Connected Community Expo on Friday, September 25, from 4:30–6:30 p.m. at Bow High School to discover local resources, programs, volunteer opportunities, and student job openings.
Have a great weekend as we head into the first Noreaster’ of the season.
Lori
Important Dates:
October 8 and 12 - No School - Teacher Workshops and Columbus Day
October 27 - Picture ReTake Day
November 3 - No School - Voting Day
November 11 - No School Veteran’s Day
Community Sign Ups and Events:
BAC Basketball registration closes on Friday 10/2 for 3rd/4th grade and Friday 10/30 for 1st/2nd grade. Evals for 3rd/4th grade will be on Sunday 10/4 or Monday 10/5. The exact schedule will be provided once you register. To register visit:
.sportngin.com/register/form/893791455
Please contact Tim Sullivan at hoopsbac@gmail.com with any questions.
Calling All Mummy’s, Ghouls, and Trunk Decorators!
Come and participate in Town of Bow’s annual Trunk or Treat at Bow Elementary School! The Parks & Rec Department is looking for creative volunteers to transform their vehicles into hauntingly fun trunks for little trick-or-treaters in our community. This event is scheduled for Sunday, October 25th from 2:00-3:30 pm. Those decorating their trunks are able to arrive at 12:30 to park and decorate their trunks.
During the event guests attending will cast their vote at the Park & Rec booth for their favorite decorated trunk. Prizes will be awarded to the trunks with the most votes in TWO categories, family and business/organization. Register as a decorated trunk at https://form.jotform.com/262456503033147. Questions? Email bowreccenter@bownh.gov or call Shannon Camara at 603-223-3984.
Dear BES Bobcat Families,
This week at BES, we continue to establish our daily routines—from moving safely through the halls, lunchroom, and recess, to building habits for learning in the classroom. I want to give a special shoutout to our preschool and kindergarten students, who are adapting so quickly to their new school! Hats off as well to parents using the drop-off and pick-up lines for learning the procedures and helping us keep everyone safe. We are becoming more efficient each week. This week we had 4 days where we were all in the building to hear the 4th graders lead us in the daily announcements and pledge of allegiance over the intercom. Our 4th graders rotate throughout the school year in groups of 2 and 3 to lead the school. It is a wonderful way to start our day and a great way for our students to get a public speaking opportunity. They do an amazing job!
At BES, we check reading and math skills for all students three times a year. This week, our youngest learners are spending a few minutes one-on-one with our reading and math specialists to show us what they know when we utilize the Acadience reading and math assessments. Meanwhile, our 3rd and 4th graders have begun taking their i-Ready reading and math assessments. Once testing is complete school-wide—which usually takes us through the end of October—we will send this information home to parents. These assessments not only help us tailor instruction to each student's needs, but they also allow teachers to identify grade-level trends and collaborate on instructional focus areas.
A big shoutout to Ms. Tracy for leading Walking Wednesdays! Every Wednesday from 7:30 to 7:45 AM, students can choose to walk laps around the lower track. They love this—easily 75% of students present during that time participate. It is a wonderful way to start the day!
I realize there has been some confusion during early morning car drop-off, specifically for families lining up before 7:35 AM. Please keep the parking lot entrance down to a single lane prior to 7:35 AM so staff members can get into the lot. We need access to this front lot because our back lot does not have enough room for all staff vehicles. At 7:35 AM, two lanes may form. I am sorry for an earlier post that was not clear and had the wrong ending time for that.
The glorious fall weather is finally upon us. I love seeing the leaves change on my commute—fall is truly my favorite time of year
Take care,
Lori
Please complete. So far we have collected the information for 386 students. If the form is not completed we will assume that we do not have permission. There are times throughout the year where a classroom educator may ask students to Record themselves or their work as part of instruction or assessment. Examples include music performances, student created projects, and as part of an assessment. Also, there are times throughout the year in which a student's name or image might be shared on our school website or with local media as part of our Bow community.
Please complete this parental consent form for recording and media release: BES: Permission to Record and Media Opt Out
SAU 67 Connected Community Expo
Students, families, and community members are invited to attend the SAU 67 Connected Community Expo on Friday, September 25, from 4:30–6:30 p.m. at Bow High School to discover local resources, programs, volunteer opportunities, and student job openings. Local organizations are also invited to reserve a free table and showcase how they support and connect our community. Interested in having a table? Complete the: Organization Registration Link
APPLE JAMBOREE Kids in grades K through 5 can enjoy an evening of apple‑themed games, crafts, snacks, and activities while parents take a night out.• Apple fun for K, 3 • Games and crafts with a fall twist • Snacks and activities to keep kids busy Friday, September 25 6:00 PM, 8:30 PM Community Building $30 Bow, $35 Non Bow. Register at Bownh.myrec.com
Please see the attached flyers for Girl Scouts and the Concord Community Music School programs.
Good Afternoon BES Families,
There are times throughout the year where a classroom educator may ask students to Record themselves or their work as part of instruction or assessment. Examples include music performances, student created projects, and as part of an assessment. Also, there are times throughout the year in which a student's name or image might be shared on our school website or with local media as part of our Bow community.
Please complete this parental consent form for recording and media release: BES: Permission to Record and Media Opt Out
Take care,
Lori
Dear BES Bobcat Families,
Thank you to all the families who attended our Open House events on Wednesday and Thursday! We truly appreciate everyone taking the time to visit the classrooms and explore the school. It was wonderful to come together as a community as we officially kick off the 2026-2027 school year.
This week, our BES Bobcats also honored the 25th anniversary of 9/11. On Wednesday, Ms. Krueger read This Very Tree by Sean Rubin to each grade level during lunch. This story shared how New York City was affected and began the healing process after 9/11, told through the perspective of a tree that survived and regrew after the Twin Towers fell. Today, the school gathered in front of our flagpole for morning announcements. Our 4th-grade readers led us in the Pledge of Allegiance, the entire 4th grade sang "God Bless America," and our students learned why the flag is flown at half-mast on certain days, honoring the memories of those lost with a moment of silence. The children were incredibly respectful and caring during this time—it was a true example of the consideration and collaboration of a school community at its finest
We have very kind BES Bobcats!
Have a lovely weekend,
Lori
From our Math Specialist Mrs. Hunton and Mrs. Pelletier:
Thank you for visiting our estimation stop at Open House! We had hundreds of students participate and look forward to doing more school wide estimating challenges this year. The amounts and who got it correct were announced this morning during our morning assembly.
Attached at the end of this newsletter is a copy of the "Building Bobcat Mathematicians at Home" in case a hard copy did not make it home to you yet. This is an optional opportunity to engage in math at home with lots of choices and hands on ideas. Please use as appropriate for your student and your family. Any mathematician that wants to share a picture of math at home should email it to besmathdept@sau67nh.gov and we will display it on a bulletin board. More grade level specific math at home opportunities called Home Connections, (as well as a Welcome Letter summarizing the big ideas from each grade level's first unit of study) will be sent home via ALMA next week!
From Bow Rec
Kids Night Out- Nerf Battle!
Friday, October 23rd 6:30–9:00 PM Bow Community Building 3 Bow Center Road, Bow Grades 1–4 $35 Bow Residents | $40 Non-Residents
Register at Bownh.myrec.com
With instructors Sarah Cutter & Ethan Pelland
SAU 67 Connected Community Expo
Students, families, and community members are invited to attend the SAU 67 Connected Community Expo on Friday, September 25, from 4:30–6:30 p.m. at Bow High School to discover local resources, programs, volunteer opportunities, and student job openings. Local organizations are also invited to reserve a free table and showcase how they support and connect our community. Interested in having a table? Complete the: Organization Registration Link
Dear BES Bobcat Families,
Thank you for everyone's patience as we work through our new routines for drop-off and pick-up. We are closely monitoring how everything is going during these first few weeks of school. While several aspects are already improving, we recognize that challenges still exist and appreciate your continued cooperation as we refine the process.
We celebrated a few traditional "firsts" this week! We held our first practice fire drill, which we have without the alarm sounding so our students can see where to follow their teachers this year. This approach also allows our Kindergarten and Preschool students to have a smooth, comfortable practice session first.
Today we gathered for our first school-wide assembly of the year, which featured a very special surprise! Slider, the New Hampshire Fisher Cats mascot, paid us a visit to present our school with a $1,000 check for placing among the top five schools in New Hampshire for the Fisher Cats Reading Challenge. Thank you to all the parents who turned in reading forms for students who read five books over the spring and summer. We hope you all enjoyed attending a game with the tickets you earned! We will be using the money to keep our school book vending machine stocked with fresh reads.
We will be honoring September 11 by having your children wear red, white, and blue. We will be holding a morning assembly around the flagpole to commemorate the day.
Please also keep in mind that local voting will be taking place at Bow Memorial School on Tuesday. Traffic will likely be affected, but the Bow Police Department will be on-site to direct vehicles and support traffic flow.
Tuesday is also our school picture day! We love seeing those smiles!
Take a look below at opportunities through Bow Rec and other items of interest for families in New Hampshire coming up.
Our PTO is looking for volunteers for Open House. The Bow PTO will once again be selling pizza and water in the cafeteria. You can come to Open House and have dinner! The doors will open at 5:00 for Open House.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support in making it a great start to the school year!
Enjoy the Labor Day weekend!
September 4 - No School
September 7 - No School Labor Day
September 8 - School Pictures
PTO Meeting 6:30
September 9 - Open House 5-6:30 Preschool, Grades 1 and 3
September 10 - - Open House 5-6:30 Kindergarten, Grades 2 and 4
From PTO - Help for Open House
The Elementary School Open houses are September 9th and 10th, 5:00 to 6:30. We are looking for volunteers to sell pizza and clean up afterward.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0F4EAFAE22A3FD0-65510889-besopen
Kindergarten Parents
We loved connecting with you during Kindergarten Screening days, and we’d be thrilled to have you finish the One Trusted Adult caregiver training with us! Your participation plays such a vital role in building a safe, supportive circle around our newest students. Please take a quick moment to share your availability on this short form [Kindergarten Parent One Trusted Adult Workshop] so we can create a menu of opportunities to finish the training with you!
From Bow Rec
After School Drama
Fridays | 2:30–4:30 PM Let your child act, imagine, and shine! This fun program includes drama games, skits, and creative play for students in Grades K–5. For more information, go to bownh.myrec.com.
Tuesday Treasure Makers
Tuesdays | 2:30–4:30 PM Kids can explore their creativity through hands-on art, crafts, stories, and games! It’s a fun way for Grades K–5 to create, imagine, and make new friends. For more information, go to bownh.myrec.com.
Dance Class
Wednesdays | 2:30–3:30 PM Get moving and grooving with a fun dance class designed for all experience levels! Students in Grades K–5 will build confidence, learn new moves, and have a great time. For more information, go to bownh.myrec.com.
Fitness Fusion
Mondays | 2:30–3:30 PM Fitness Fusion combines games, movement, fitness, and teamwork in a fun and active setting! Students in Grades K–5 will stay moving while building healthy habits and having fun. For more information, go to bownh.myrec.com.
Save the date for the 5th Annual WickedSTEM expo from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sept. 19 at SNHU in Manchester. Families from across New England are invited to participate in hands-on demos, robotics showcases, student-built innovations and more. Registration is open for the free event.
Calling all NH students ages 9-17! Train to be an astronaut, airplane pilot or robotics engineer in a five-day immersive, educational and fun space camp at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. The Alex Higgins Memorial Space Camp Scholarship is available; the application window opens on Sept. 19. Three New Hampshire students will be selected to go to space camp in Alabama in 2027.
Good evening,
I know we can all agree that the end of the day routine was a lot today.
At BES we debrief as a group when things don’t go as we would like. Melissa, Christina, Hannah, and Jess got together to work on solutions. There was a lot of confusion with the buses for getting children home to the right places. We have some action items for this.
In the office, we will make sure the kindergarten names are crossed off the list for tomorrow. It all prints out on the list the drivers get from us daily and our Kindergarten students start Monday.
We will work to have the drivers check their list more closely for questions when they arrive at school.
On PUP we had a good number of the wrong bus numbers. This happened when people put last year’s bus number in. Some routes have changed. We have made contact with most of you or will be tomorrow morning.
Another piece that is a huge help to the drivers is to put in PUP the address your child is going to. Sometimes this is different from your home address.
Finally, we do not leave young children at home without someone there to greet them unless you as a parent have put in okay to leave. This is particularly true for grades K-2. If that is okay with you please do so otherwise the children will be brought back to school if we can not reach you when the bus arrives.
I am eternally optimistic that tomorrow will go smoother. Buses and cars will get out of here in a more timely manner.
Thank you as always for your cooperation. We will continually monitor our changes in the first weeks of school and make adjustments as necessary for safety and efficiency. Safety will always be first.
Lastly, we do not know what happened to the text we tried to send about the combining of the buses. We will have our tech department take a look at that. I will not use the text method again. ParentSquare should solve that challenge🙂
Take care. I am sure many children will sleep well tonight. It was great to see everyone getting back in the routines today.
Lori
Dear BES Families,
Please see a review of our new Drop Off and Pick Up routines. You will see a lot of us out there supporting this new routine. One thing I am sure is that in the first 2 weeks of school these routines will take longer until everyone is comfortable. The buses will take longer for pick up and drop off. Cars need to still wait prior to 7:35 as they always have prior to pulling into the parking lot. A staff member will wave the cars down. Please see the map for where to wait.
Although everyone loves first day of school pictures we ask that these be taken at home. The drop off line is not the safe and appropriate place to do so. This is true at the end of the day as well. We thank everyone for their patience in advance. All BES staff today had an opportunity to review in detail our plans for this time of day. Together we are collaborating on how to work together to make this safe and smooth.
Please see the attachment as a reminder of the importance of stopping for buses. It is against the law to pass a bus with the lights passing. The Bow Police Department is enforcing this. Our buses are equipped with cameras that will track vehicles that pass a bus when the lights are flashing red.
Thank you to everyone who put in their PUP plans. Hannah and Jessica have been reaching out to families today who have not so that we are fully ready for tomorrow.
We are so excited for tomorrow! I know I never sleep the night before school starts.
Take care,
Lori
Review of Drop off and Pick Up routines.
You will find a map of our new routine attached along with this video here, showing you how to pull into the parking area. We will now be parking along the sidewalk that abuts the gym wall.
Drop Off
Pick Up
At all times no cars are to drive around another to leave before all cars have let their children out or in.
We will not be dismissing students from the office after 1:45. This is a very busy time for our office, along with buses, Bow Rec, and other after school people getting in place. This has been our practice in past years and we have found we need to return to it. We thank you for your cooperation. .
Pick Up Patrol: If you have not done so please put your child’s default end of day plans into PUP. Hannah and Jessica will be calling in the next 2 days if you have not. The less calls the better. We work hard to make sure dismissal is as calm and easy for all as possible. The link on the BES website is the car icon.
Take care,
Lori