Beech Street School believes in the power of a growth mindset. We are committed to our education, and we demonstrate resilience by persevering through our mistakes. With an optimistic outlook and consistent effort, we understand that with practice, we can overcome challenges. We take responsibility for our actions and learning, and treat one another with respect, to foster a caring and safe environment for all. As a community, we take pride in being Bobcat PROUD together!

Does your family qualify for free or reduced lunch? We urge you to take a moment to complete the online form for food assistance at school. Only one form qualifies the entire family, so there's no need to fill out multiple forms for different children or schools. If you need assistance with the form, please don't hesitate to visit the school and ask for help from Mrs. Wheeler or our bilingual liaison, Carlos Cardona.

It's important to note that students eating school breakfast and lunch this year have been accruing a charge each day. You will receive a bill if you haven't completed the form online or via paper copy; however, if your family has been "Direct Certified" for free meals at school, no further applications are needed. Families who are Direct Certified qualify for and receive SNAP benefits.

Even if you don't plan to use the school breakfast or lunch program, applying for this benefit can still be advantageous. It could entitle you to discounted participation in the before- and after-school program, 21st Century, and also support our Title 1 educational support programming, directly impacting reading and math outcomes.

Participation is essential, and we encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity. By applying for the free or reduced lunch program, you will benefit your family and contribute to the overall well-being of our school community. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

On Monday, each class will discuss their specific lockdown procedures. Teachers will give detailed instructions to students on what to do in case of a lockdown. It's important for parents to talk to their children about how to respond in an emergency at school or in public. Throughout the school year, we will have regular fire drills, lockdown drills, and other emergency preparedness exercises to ensure everyone is well-prepared and to maintain a safe school environment.

In October, the class with the fewest unexcused absences will win the class attendance challenge. We understand that there may be unavoidable reasons for your student's absence, but it's important to let the school know when they can't make it. You can excuse absences with a simple call or email to the school, as long as your student has missed less than ten days. Absences can also be excused with a doctor's note. We know how important attendance is, but it's equally important to keep your student home if they have a fever, are vomiting, or have diarrhea for 24 hours after the symptoms go away.

You may be eligible for free or reduced-cost school breakfast and lunch. You can apply online in as little as 15 minutes – you can get your application started today at www.myschoolapps.com/Application.

You can find more information on our school meals program at www.mansd.org/page/food-nutrition-services.

School meal costs for the 2024-2025 school year:

• Breakfast

  • Full Price: $1.50

  • Reduced Price: $0.00

• Lunch

  • Elementary

  • Full Price: $2.70

  • Reduced Price: $0.40

• All Schools Cold Lunch Milk Prices: $0.70

8:00-Doors open for Breakfast only

8:15-Doors open K enters in cafeteria, 1st grade enters the modular classrooms, 2nd+4th grades enter in back library door, and 3rd grade enters in the garden door.

8:30-Doors close and gates are locked. All students must enter the main office and are tardy. You will receive an automated call that your student was late for school.

2:50-Dismissal on the playground.

Our students love being able to purchase popcorn for snack on Wednesdays. To make this available we rely on parent volunteers to come in on Wednesday mornings to make and bag the popcorn. If you are interested in volunteering on Wednesday mornings for about two hours please see Mrs. Wheeler in the office.

October 10th - Chuck E Cheese Fundraiser night

October 11th - No School

October 14th - No School

October 17th - 5:30-6:30 Growth Mindset Family Night

Ways to contact your child's teacher:

1. Email

2. Call (603)624-6314 and leave them a message

3. School Status Connect App (Coming Soon)

We understand that as a parent, you may have specific concerns about your child's education and well-being. However, during student pickup, our teachers need to focus on ensuring a safe departure for all students with their families. We also respect the privacy of our students and their families, and therefore, we do not hold personal conversations about a student during this time. If you would like to speak with your child's teacher, please feel free to use one of the communication methods provided, and our teacher will respond to you as soon as possible. Thank you for understanding!

333 Beech Street, Manchester, NH 03103

phone: (603)624-6314

email: beech@mansd.org

website : beech.mansd.org