October 25, 2024
Dear West Running Brook Families:
Students had a fun Friday, with most participating in a well-deserved Pajama Day for the continued success of our PTSA Monster Mile Fundraiser! This week we talked to teams about our “Run, Hide, Fight” procedures. At the end of this discussion, students practiced the “Hide” portion, which follows the routine of our typical lockdown drill. We will hold a school-wide “hide” drill very soon.
We look forward to a festive week at WRB next week. Student Council has planned a Spirit Week (see details below). This culminates with our Monster Mile school-wide activity on Thursday. We still have one week to go, but so far we are excited about the success of this fundraiser, which will allow us to provide many enriching opportunities for our students.
FAMILY CONFERENCES:
Family conferences are scheduled for Tuesday, 11/12 from 12:05 to 7:00. You should have received information from your child’s advisor. Come meet your child’s UA teachers in the library. UA is also available for scheduled conferences. Please feel free to reach out to your child’s advisor or the office with any questions.
STUDENT COUNCIL SPIRIT WEEK
OCTOBER 28 - NOVEMBER 1
Monday ~ Minion Monday Dress as a minion or wear Blue and Yellow
Tuesday ~ We are AWARE & CARE Awareness Day
Blue & Gray for Diabetes or Pink out for Breast Cancer
Wednesday ~ Where did YOU come from ?
Wear your old school colors or something from the Elementary School you came from.
Thursday ~ Halloween Fun!
Wear your Black & Orange or favorite Halloween Attire !
School Appropriate Costumes during the Monster Mile.
Friday ~ Pajama Day !
OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Ski Club Sign Up Information
We are thrilled to announce the formation of our Ski Club for the upcoming season! This is a fantastic opportunity for our students to enjoy the great outdoors, improve their skiing skills, and make lasting memories with friends.
Paperwork will be given to interested students during lunches the week of October 28. Registration starts November 1, 2024. Please note: Register by December 14, 2024 to receive the early pricing for the program.
KEY DETAILS
Who: All interested students, regardless of skill level
When: February 13 & 20, March 6, 13, & 20.
Where: Pats Peak
Transportation: Buses leave from WRB at 2:00pm and return at 7:00pm.
Registration is a two-step process:
Step 1: Register with Pats Peak, starting on November 1. Please be sure that you have received a confirmation from Pats Peak to ensure you have completed registration.
Step 2: Additionally, all students also need to return their completed paperwork and bus payment directly to Mrs. Carson to be fully registered.
**Once BOTH steps are completed, your student will have a spot reserved in the Ski Club.**
SPACE IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 60 WHO REGISTER
If you have any questions, please email acarson@sau10.org.
PTSA Monster Mile Fundraiser
This year's fall fundraiser will be a FUN RUN!! During the school day on October 31, students will be walking, running, skipping or even dancing through a designated course around the
school/field, with a few obstacles along the way. All of our profits will go right back to the students of West Running Brook!! Our goal for this year is to raise $20,000!!
SEE HERE FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATION AND MORE DETAILS!
PTSA Wrapping Paper Fundraiser
Due to popular demand, PTSA is having a wrapping paper fundraiser. Please see HERE for more information!
Veterans Breakfast
To continue our tradition, West Running Brook would like to honor veterans who are connected to our larger school community with a display of gratitude on Friday, November 8th. We invite veteran parents, grandparents, and family members who are connected to WRB in any way. We will begin serving breakfast at 7:45am, followed by a ceremony of gratitude.
SEE HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND A LINK TO RSVP!
Accessing Grades
Grades are now viewable in the PowerSchool Parent Portal. This is your way to check your child's progress in class. If you have access to PowerSchool, please go to sau10.powerschool.com to access your child's grades. Once logged in, click the "standards" tab. If you do not have access to PowerSchool, please see your email for a message that was sent regarding the Annual Return to School Informational Update. Here you can find information regarding PowerSchool log in. If you have any issues, please contact the office for assistance.
Congratulations to this week’s Golden Bear Winners:
Mrs. Manchester’s Orange Computer Class
Mrs. Manchester recognizes her class for their outstanding commitment to academic responsibility and time management. This class has consistently demonstrated diligence, discipline, and teamwork by completing all of their assignments on time throughout the trimester. As a matter of fact, they are the only class that has no missing assignments. They are respectful, kind, and polite; and are always willing to help one another. This class deserves to be recognized for their exceptional work ethic, as they are a shining example of what it means to be responsible and motivated learners!
Mr. Poole’s Purple Math Class
Mr. Poole is so proud of his Purple Math class! They demonstrated excellent estimation skills when trying to calculate how many Oreo cookies the Cookie Monster ate! They have been coming to class with all of the necessary tools: pencils, Chromebooks, binders, and most importantly, a positive attitude towards learning. Mr. Poole is very happy to be nominating them for the Golden Bear. Go Green House!
Important: Returning Student Annual Information Update
Please complete the Returning Student Annual Information Update. This must be done for ALL NEW and RETURNING STUDENTS!! You will use the PowerSchool Parent Portal to access the Update. (If you do not have a portal account, or you did not receive instructions for setting it up, complete this form and instructions will be sent to you: https://forms.gle/qLw5onCPkAs1wo846 ). Please call the office for any questions or assistance: 603-432-1250.
**Please drive slowly around the property.
With the new playground, students cross the driveway regularly.**
WRB CLUB UPDATES
Rubik’s Cube and Puzzle Club:
Do you like solving Rubik’s Cubes and similar puzzles? If yes, pick up a permission slip in Room 200C. Permissions slips are due Friday 10/18 and meetings will start on Friday 10/26. Space is limited to the first 15 students to turn in permission slips. Bring your own Rubik’s Cube or there will be some to share. Meeting dates are on Fridays: 10/26, 11/1, 11/8, 11/22, 12/6, 12/13 (Mrs.Richardson)
Yo-Yo Club
YoYo club starts Tuesday October 29, 2:00-3:00pm. Students should have their own yoyo unless parents contacted Ms. Stowell. The following are the dates for yoyo club:
10/29, 11/5, 11/19, 12/3, 12/10, 12/17
Along with the newsletter, which is sent out each Friday and posted on the website, we will use Morning Meeting Notices to keep everyone up to date on all the happenings here at WRB. As the year progresses, more clubs and activities will be occurring regularly. Morning Meeting Notices will be shared with all students each morning. They can also be found by families on OUR WEBSITE under the resources tab.
Enjoy the weekend!
Bill Fox
Principal
bfox@sau10.org
603-432-1250
Kelly Carey
Assistant Principal
kcarey@sau10.org
603-432-1250
Elissa Frost
Assistant Principal
efrost@sau10.org
603-432-1250
Lunch menu for Oct 28 - Nov 1 (menus subject to change)
Monday: Hot: Egg & Cheese Breakfast Sandwich; Cold Sandwich: Chicken Caesar Wrap, Turkey & Cheese, Ham & Cheese or Sunbutter & Jelly
Tuesday: Hot: Mozzarella Sticks; Cold Sandwich: Chicken Caesar Wrap, Turkey & Cheese, Ham & Cheese or Sunbutter & Jelly
Wednesday: Hot: Chicken or Beef Nachos; Cold Sandwich: Chicken Caesar Wrap, Turkey & Cheese, Ham & Cheese or Sunbutter & Jelly
Thursday: Hot: Grilled Cheese Sandwich; Cold Sandwich: Chicken Caesar Wrap, Turkey & Cheese, Ham & Cheese or Sunbutter & Jelly
Friday: Hot: Pizza; Cold Sandwich: Chicken Caesar Wrap, Turkey & Cheese, Ham & Cheese or Sunbutter & Jelly
Other Important Dates:
Oct. 28 Kids Care Club 2:00-3:00
Oct. 28 Dungeons & Dragons 2:00 - 3:00
Oct. 28 Grading Practices Presentation 6:30 (Cafeteria)
Oct. 29 Yo Yo Club 2:00 - 3:00
Oct. 29 Wellness Club 2:00 - 3:00
Oct. 29 Running Club 2:00 - 3:15
Oct. 29 Anime Club 2:00 - 3:00
Oct. 30 Books to Big Screen Club 2:00 - 3:00
Oct. 30 Lego Club 2:00 - 3:20
Oct. 30 Student Council 2:00 - 3:00
Oct. 31 WRB Monster Mile
Oct. 31 Wings of Fire Club 2:00 - 3:00
Nov. 1 Picture Retake Day
Nov. 1 Rubix Club 2:00 - 3:00
Nov. 4 Kids Care Club 2:00-3:00
Nov. 4 Dungeons & Dragons 2:00 - 3:00
Nov. 5 Yo Yo Club 2:00 - 3:00
Nov. 5 Wellness Club 2:00 - 3:00
Nov. 5 Anime Club 2:00 - 3:00
Nov. 6 Student Council 2:00 - 3:00
Nov. 6 Books to Big Screen Club 2:00 - 3:00
Nov. 6 Lego Club 2:00 - 3:20
Nov. 6 Running Club 2:00 - 3:15
Nov. 7 Wings of Fire Club 2:00 - 3:00
Nov. 7 Yearbook Club 2:00 - 3:00
Nov. 8 Veterans Breakfast 7:15 - 9:30am
Nov. 8 Rubix Club 2:00 - 3:00