Good Afternoon Blackhawks,

I imagine between last week's heat, the busy fall sports schedules, and our first "nearly full" week of classes, you had some pretty tired kiddos on your hands this weekend. I hope you all managed to enjoy some downtime. I'm going to be very brief today as there are a number of important updates below and I don't want to take up too much of your Sunday afternoon!

I have just a few things to specifically call your attention to:

1. Today is the final day of the Fall Spirit Store sale. Don't miss out on this opportunity to get your PES t-shirts, water bottles, hats, etc.
2. Please remember that you can now access contact info for your child's classmates' parents and guardians directly through Alma. (If the family gave permission.) Please contact us in the office if you have questions. (office@plainfieldschool.org)
3. During my Sunday morning coffee, I happened upon this New Yorker article about parent - teacher communication. This is an important topic and, based on our spring surveys, it is one very much on the minds of teachers and parents here in Plainfield. I would love to hear your thoughts on the article and look forward to continuing the conversation throughout the upcoming year.
4. Finally, we have seen an uptick in Covid cases in the Plainfield community, including here at school. Please read the Nurse's Notes below for more information regarding our efforts to prevent a widespread outbreak.

Best,

Audra Bucklin, Principal

603.469.3250, ext 223

abucklin@plainfieldschool.org

• September 11 - NWEA Testing window opens. We will be rolling it out slowly beginning with upper grades.
• September 12 - PES School Board Meeting, 5:30 pm – Music Room
  
• September 14 - Math Team Practice - 2:50-4:00pm

Our soccer season is in full swing! Don’t forget to check the website under Athletics for the most up-to-date practice and game schedules!

For the most up-to-date information, please be sure to see the Events Section of the website which includes athletic/co-curricular practices and games. If you download the website app on your phone (bottom right corner of the website for instructions), you can update the settings to it will alert you when events or news items are added.

HOT LUNCHES (All are served with a veggie and milk)

MONDAY: Meatball sub with maple baked beans

TUESDAY: Cheese quesadilla and roasted cauliflower

WEDNESDAY: Hot ham and cheese pinwheels and seasoned green beans

THURSDAY: Chicken harvest bowl and corn on the cob

FRIDAY: Cheesy breadsticks and vegetable soup

"COLD" Options: (offered daily)

Assorted Pre-made Deli Sandwiches

Yogurt Parfait with Fruit and Granola

Fresh Fruit and Veggie Bar with Dinner Roll

See Abbey Group Website for full details and to upload funds.

Please review this brief summary of the most up-to-date CDC Covid protocols. PES follows the NH DHHS guidance which is currently one and the same as the CDC guidance. There are a lot of viruses going around right now. While Covid numbers have been low here at PES so far, please be reminded you must still test when symptoms are present A positive Covid test requires 5 days quarantine and 5 days of additional masking. Let’s work together to keep our numbers low and our attendance (for both staff and students) strong by preventing the spread of Covid to the extent possible. We have covid tests available in the office and nurse’s office.

The School Spirit Wear store closes this SUNDAY, 9/10! Don’t forget to place your orders! (See attached flyer)

Amanda & Katie

603.469.3250

office@plainfieldschool.org

Girls 5/6

• Monday, September 11th, 3:30 pm - PRACTICE
• Wednesday, September 13th, 3:30 pm - PRACTICE
• Saturday, September 16th, Time TBD - Lebanon Jamboree

Boys 5/6

• Tuesday, September 12th, 5:00 pm - PRACTICE
• Wednesday, September 13th, 5:00 pm - PRACTICE
• Friday, September 15th, 5:00 pm - PRACTICE
• Saturday, September 16th, Time TBD - Lebanon Jamboree

Girls 7/8

• Monday, September 11th, 5:00 pm - GAME @ Lebanon Eldridge Park
• Tuesday, September 12th, 3:30 pm - PRACTICE
• Wednesday, September 13th, 5:00 pm - GAME vs. Hartford (Home)
• Thursday, September 14th, 3:00 pm - PRACTICE
• Friday, September 15th, 4:00 pm - GAME vs. Kearsarge (Home)

Boys 7/8

• Monday, September 11th, 4:00 pm - GAME @ Lebanon Eldridge Park
• Wednesday, September 13th, 4:00 pm - GAME vs. Hartford (Home)
• Friday, September 15th, 5:15 pm - GAME vs. Kearsarge (Home)

Unified Arts (UA) are now Essential Arts (EA) because arts are essential.