Good Afternoon Blackhawks,

I hope you all enjoyed the 3-day weekend. I used the time to get some long overdue home projects done. It always feels so good to check things off the list! Speaking of lists, believe it or not, we are already looking ahead to the Afterschool Ski Program and are hoping to get lists of possible volunteers and interested participants. We are still working out the details and the Board will discuss the ski program at this week's Board meeting (Tuesday, October 10th, 5:30 pm)

• Lessons will take place after school (Most likely on Fridays)
• We hope to bus students to the mountain in time for their lessons.
• All students will need to be signed out by 5:30 pm.
• Parents may bring their kids to the mountain (instead of busing) and may also choose to stay and ski after 5:30 pm. Students arriving early or staying late need to have a parent/chaperone on site.

In order to share the most up-to-date interest and expense with the Board, we are hoping to get a sense of who plans to volunteer (volunteers ski free!) and how many students will participate. We also need to know who needs busing to the mountain. Please click HERE to let us know your likelihood for participation in an afterschool ski program.

The week ahead features a couple of fall favorites - a visit from the Plainfield Fire Department to Kindergarten on Wednesday morning and the annual Stone Soup festivities for students in grades K to 4 on Friday.

We look forward to seeing you tomorrow!

Best,

Audra Bucklin, Principal

603.469.3250, ext 223

abucklin@plainfieldschool.org

• Tuesday October 10th
• K to 4 School Sing – 8am Lobby – Parents/Guardians Welcome
• School Board Meeting - 5:30 pm Music Room - Budget discussions
• Wednesday, October 11th
• Plainfield Fire Department fire safety visit with kindergarten
• K to 2 PTA Potluck & Forum - 5:30 to 7 pm Lobby & Library - "Setting our students up for success."
• Thursday October 12th - Bus Evacuation Drill - 8:15 am
• Friday October 13th - K to 4 Stone Soup
• Saturday October 14th - 10 to 12:30 pm - 7/8 Soccer vs. Hanover - Come cheer on our 7/8 boys and girls and enjoy some concessions (7th grade fundraiser)

LOOKING AHEAD:

• Tuesday, October 17 - Film Screening: Screenagers Under the Influence (Stevens High School, 6 to 7:30 pm) - Offered in partnership with Dartmouth Health - Register Here (Audra is going to attend if anyone is interested to meet up and sit together!)
• Friday, October 20:
• Fall Fun Day (email Jen Lizotte if you are interested to volunteer - jlizotte@plainfieldschool.org)
• Student Flu Clinic
• Middle School (Gr 6 to 8) Dance - 7 to 9pm
• Sunday, October 29 - 1 to 3 pm - PTA Trunk or Treat

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- NO SCHOOL

TUESDAY- Chicken and cheese fajitas w/ garden salad and rice pilaf

WEDNESDAY-Fluffy pancakes w/ real maple syrup and sweet and white home fries and sausage

THURSDAY-Spaghetti with Meat sauce with maple glazed carrots and Kale pesto and garlic breadsticks

FRIDAY- Cheese, veggie and pepperoni pizza with fresh broccoli salad.

"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.

Lost & Found: The Lost and Found site is up and running again! Please check the site for any items that may belong to your student(s).

In case you missed it - Exciting News About Study Hall: We are offering study hall ALL DAYS from 2:50 - 4:15pm with Ms. Buckman and Ms. Strout. Please be sure you let the office know if your child is staying for study hall as we plan for coverage.

Substitute Teachers Needed for 2023-2024 school year

The Plainfield School is seeking individuals who would be comfortable working with K-8th grade students in our building during the 2023-2024 school year. Applicants must be able to follow teacher substitute plans, be dependable, and enjoy working with children. If you are interested in applying, please contact Katie Lowery in the office at (603) 469-3250.

Amanda & Katie

603.469.3250

office@plainfieldschool.org

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 main office and nurse’s office. Please remember sick absences/notices need to be sent to schoolnurse@plainfieldschool.org as well as office@plainfieldschool.org. Nurse Beth will contact you if further information is needed.

Student Flu Clinic October 20th

Friday October 20th starting at 9AM we will be holding our annual student flu clinic at Plainfield School. Nurse Beth sent forms through Alma. Please note that the state cannot accept any electronic signatures for consent, so parents will have to physically sign consent forms. Please send forms to Beth Clifton, School Nurse. Also note that forms must be dated no more than a week prior to the clinic. So save these forms until after October 13th then feel free to sign, date, and send them to the nurse.

Nurse Beth

schoolnurse@plainfieldschool.org

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!

5/6 BOYS MAKE IT TO HAVERHILL TOURNAMENT FINALS!!

Bracket Game 1: Plainfield def. Danville 3 - 0

Bracket Game 2: Plainfield def. Bradford, VT 4 - 0

Bracket Game 3: Plainfield def. Lafayette 2 - 0

Semi-Final: 0-0 scoreless tie vs. Thetford. Plainfield wins 4-2 in shootout. Goals scored by James Underhill, Asher Alden, Ben Matulonis, Hagean Tetu. Ben Haggerty in goal.

FINAL: Littleton def. Plainfield 1-0. The boys played very well against a very physical Littleton team!

As we move into October, we will be shifting our Character Strong focus from Respect to Responsibility. We define responsibility as "taking action and understanding the impact of our choices." Please keep an eye on your email for a weekly note with different "purposeful pursuits" you can discuss with your child at home!

~Mrs. Foley

We took full advantage of several beautiful days to activate our senses. One day we conducted a sensory walk all over the fields, focusing on our different senses and collecting images. A few days later we rolled out the yoga mats and soaked in our NH Autumn experience. After gathering two sets of notes and brainstorming about the best parts of Autumn, we created poetry to honor the imagery. Both poets spotlighted here went in unique directions with their pieces. We are happy to share them with you.

AUTUMN

By James Underhill

The summer heat is fading,

It's turning into fall.

All the leaves are waiting

To make the trees look small.

The animals are leaving,

The moon starts to glow.

Through the woods, they're weaving

Soon falls the first snow.

APPLE PIE

By Mariel H. Giacomo

I woke from my warm bed,

awakened by the scrumptious smell of apple pie.

I looked in the mirror and saw my head,

all my hair was piled up high.

I bit into the apple pie,

Right from the oven, so still warm.

Accidentally poked my eye,

Got a little on my arm.

Story Walk at Plainfield School!

The Plainfield Libraries and the Plainfield Elementary School are partnering for a nature Story Walk®. Follow the pages of Listen to the Language of the Trees along the school’s Field Loop and learn about the real connection and communication that runs underground between trees in the forest. The details about trees' own social network will help you see that the natural world's survival depends on staying connected and helping others—just like us!

People of all ages will enjoy a walk outdoors while they read and learn. The Story Walk® will run through October 22nd.

8th grade Charleston Wrap Fundraiser-

We are officially kicking off our fundraiser with Charleston Wrap® – and we need YOUR help! To reach our goals and make this fundraiser a success, we need everyone to do their part. Luckily, it’s super easy! Attached to this message, you’ll find a flyer with detailed instructions about how you can register online and support our goals. We appreciate all of your support and encourage you to spread the word to your friends & family, near and especially far away because it is all online! The more people who shop, the more money we can raise for the class trip!Let us know if you have any questions.Thank you for your help!
- PES Class of 2024 -

8th Grade Wreath Sale

Support the Plainfield School 8th grade class. Orders must be placed by November 1st. Variety of wreaths ranging from $20-40.00

Family Photos

Natalie Strout, paraprofessional at PES, is offering photos to local families (see flier).

4 Winds

4 Winds is a K-4th grade program; if you are interested or know of a family or community member who would like to volunteer, please contact Michelle Whitaker. mo.whitaker@yahoo.com or 585-690-3472

Attention Grades 6-8

Lebanon Middle School is offering wrestling for anyone in grades 6-8. Wrestling is for all levels of experience and it is coed. Come join one of the fastest growing sports in Lebanon. Wrestle kids your own size, all sizes are welcome. Please reach out to cwood@sau88.net or deerhead4@gmail.com.