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AHT Parent Meeting Moved to Wednesday April 10th

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Weather-Related School Closure

Start of Quarter 4

Solar Eclipse

No After School Activities due to Eclipse

SAS Science Testing - Grades 5 & 8

AHT Final Mandatory Parent Meeting

SMS Track & Field Will Have a Meet at CMHS

Last Day to Order SMS Yearbooks

Spring Recess

SMS Softball Team will play at Home (Adams Playground) Against St. Christopher

SMS Track & Field Will Have a Meet at Boynton

SMS Baseball will Play at Home Against St. Christopher

SMS Softball Team will play Away at St. Christopher

Veteran's Breakfast (7th Grade)

Events

Students in Mrs. Baker's LA class were given the opportunity to submit a hundred word essay that included the prompt "Glitch".  For those that met the required standards received a certificate.  If parental/guardian approval is also received, they will also be published in a book.

5th Grade Creative Writing

SMS 8th Grade students had the opportunity to learn about history first hand by exploring Philadelphia, Arlington National Cemetery, Washington DC, and Gettysburg.

2024 American Heritage Tour

The ConVal School District is excited to offer summer learning opportunities for our elementary students. 

Explore and Expand (all schools) and Title 1 (for AES, PES, Pierce and GES) will begin on July 9 and run through August 1.  The daily schedule for each program is 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Tuesday through Thursday.   

Middle school Summer Academy (for all rising 5th graders) begins on July 8 and runs through August 1. Middle school Summer Academy is four days a week from 8:00 am - 12:15 pm.  A more detailed description of summer learning opportunities can be found in the registration form.  

Please use the following [link ](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfhLgkGivijGTxYdNkzOrtfawhj914rjDIkL0iry5DZ6oQZig/viewform?usp=sf_link)to sign up your **ri​sing 1st through 5th grade **child(ren).  An early registration will ensure that we have the staff and resources to host a robust summer learning program.  A separate email will be sent later in the month to register middle and high school students for Summer Academy.  

For questions, please contact Kathie Morrocco ([kmorrocco@conval.edu)](mailto:kmorrocco@conval.edu) and Amy Janoch ([ajanoch@conval.edu)](mailto:ajanoch@conval.edu).

Summer Learning Opportunities

[Click here](https://www.smore.com/n/kenwp-puma-news?ref=email) to read Principal Tim Conway's Puma News.

April 14, 2024 Puma News

Delayed by one week because of the recent snowstorm, ConVal High School celebrated its paraprofessionals on April 10. The potluck lunch was provided by faculty and staff and included a wide variety of entree choices as well as many dessert options. Each paraeducator was recognized personally for their work and received individual thank you notes and gifts. The SAU was represented at the event by Superintendent Kimberly Saunders, Assistant Superintendent Ann Forrest, Director of Special Education Ben Moenter, and Director of Student Services Cari Coates.

Kimberly Saunders talks to paraprofessionals

Paraeducators Recognized at ConVal High School

The Tri-County League Board of Directors is excited to announce Tod Silegy as one of the 2024 recipients of the Tri-County Legacy Award. The Legacy Award is given out to Athletic Directors that have made a long-lasting impact on both their local school communities and the Tri-County League.

Tod Silegy has spent the past 24 years working at South Meadow Middle School in Peterborough, NH, as an educator, coach, and Athletic Director. Prior to working at South Meadow, Tod spent 23 years at the collegiate level, coaching Franklin Pierce University men's soccer team for 23 years. Tod’s commitment to the South Meadow community has provided so many young student/athletes with the opportunity to grow and develop their skills and character. Tod has played an important role in the Tri-County League, affecting student/athletes throughout the state of New Hampshire. Tod served as chair of our soccer committee and contributed to many league projects and objectives. Tod also designed the Tr County League Logo and created the league motto, “DEVELOPING YOUNG ATHLETES.”

2024 Tri-County Legacy Award

For children living in the district towns of Antrim, Bennington, Dublin, Francestown, Greenfield, Hancock, Peterborough, Sharon, and Temple:

Date: **Wednesday, April 17, 2024**

Time: **8:00 am — 3:00 pm**

Location: **Peterborough Elementary School**

A parent or legal guardian must accompany the child.

Pre-registration is required; call Melissa at (603) 924-7503 x2032 to register.

Student must be 5 years old on or before September 30, 2024.

Kindergarten Registration April 17, 2024

[Click here](https://www.smore.com/n/dcp8g) for Principal Tim Conway's Puma News.

April 7, 2024 Puma News

Grade 5 students in Ms. McLean's Art Class learned the history of animation, created flip books, then created digital animation with sequential drawings to create the illusion of movement. They ended the this project with a Film Festival where students all shared their films with each other.

5th Grade Film Festival

[Click here](https://www.smore.com/n/b6u1d) to read Principal Tim Conway's Puma News.

March 31, 2024 Puma News

Congratulations to Thomas Belcourt who had a thrilling day representing SMS at the State Spelling Bee on the Bank of New Hampshire stage in Concord on Saturday. He clinched second place, tying with two others. We are so proud of Thomas!

Belcourt Runner Up at State Spelling Bee

The student council sponsored Fun Friday at SMS on 3/29/24.  This after school event is where 5th and 6th Grade Students are able to roller skate, rollerblade, scooter through the halls of SMS.  A variety of games and activities were also offered. Snacks were offered for all.

Fun Friday 2024

The last day to order SMS Yearbooks for the 2023-2024 year is **April 19, 2024**.

Order at: barksdalephoto.com

Amount:  $20.00

Access Code:  0034462YB

SMS 2023-2024 Yearbook Order Information

[Click here](https://www.smore.com/n/2rzcx-puma-news?ref=email) to read Principal Tim Conway's Puma News.

March 25, 2024 Puma News

The SMS Drama Club under the direction of Ms. Angela and Ms. Price performed "Lily and the Magic Stones" on Friday, March 22nd.  Forty-four SMS students worked together to bring this production to life.

SMS Drama Club Performance "Lily and the Magic Stones"

Registration and Screening

For children living in the district towns of Dublin, Greenfield, Peterborough, Sharon, and Temple:

Date: Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Time: 8:00 am — 3:00 pm

Location: Peterborough Elementary School 

Snow Date: Thursday, March 21, 2024

and

For children living in the district towns of Antrim, Bennington, Dublin, Francestown, Greenfield, Hancock, Peterborough, Sharon, and Temple:

Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Time: 8:00 am — 3:00 pm 

Location: Peterborough Elementary School

A parent or legal guardian must accompany the child.

Pre-registration is required; call Melissa at (603) 924-7503 x2032 to register.

Student must be 5 years old on or before September 30, 2024.

To print out a flyer, click [here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CVKVvruw6OHkNiflarDGury8oJuOnPKF/view?usp=drive_link).

Photo of Kindergarten registration lawn sign

Kindergarten Registration March 19, 2024

On Thursday, February 8, Superintendent Dr. Kimberly Rizzo Saunders answered an audience question about how many instructional programs, advanced placement courses, and co-curricular opportunities have had to be cut over the last ten years at the middle school and high school levels. During the community forum devoted to the anticipated consolidation and reconfiguration of the ConVal District, school board members Dick Dunning, Alan Edelkind, Dan Harper, and Mike Hoyt responded to audience concerns over a number of related issues, ranging from school bus travel times for students to anticipated teacher job losses.

Saunders and Dunning respond to questions

Community Forum Addresses Consolidation

The ConVal School District Special Education Department will be holding a Preschool Child Check Clinic for 3- and 4-year-old children living in the towns of Antrim, Bennington, Dublin, Francestown, Greenfield, Hancock, Peterborough, Sharon, and Temple on **March 14, 2024** at Antrim Elementary School with appointments between 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The snow date is March 21, 2024 (same time range).

The purpose of the clinic is to identify 3- to 4-year-old children who may need further evaluation/consideration for special education services.  Parents who have concerns about their child's development in the areas of speech, language, cognitive, motor, social, play skills, vision, or hearing should **call 924-7503 x2032 to register for the clinic**.

Pre-registration is required.  The child must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

March 14, 2024: Preschool Child Checks

To read the January edition of the "ConVal School Nurse Newsletter," please click [here](https://www.smore.com/vn4ec-conval-school-nurse-newsletter). The covered topics include reminders about what to do when children experience an illness and information about the school district's policy and guidelines regarding head lice.

January School Nurse Newsletter

Registration and Screening

For children living in the district towns of Antrim, Bennington, Francestown, and Hancock:

Date: Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Time: 8:00 am — 3:00 pm

Location: Antrim Elementary School 

Snow Date: Thursday, February 22, 2024

and

For children living in the district towns of Antrim, Bennington, Dublin, Francestown, Greenfield, Hancock, Peterborough, Sharon, and Temple:

Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Time: 8:00 am — 3:00 pm 

Location: Peterborough Elementary School

A parent or legal guardian must accompany the child.

Pre-registration is required; call Melissa @ 924-7503 ext. 2032 to register.

Student must be 5 years old on or before September 30, 2024.

To print out a flyer, click [here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FJWlxLXXQr5Db18KR13MiG9FFTBTsS25/view?usp=drive_link).

February 20, 2024: Kindergarten Registration

Registration and Screening

For children living in the district towns of Dublin, Greenfield, Peterborough, Sharon, and Temple:

Date: Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Time: 8:00 am — 3:00 pm

Location: Peterborough Elementary School 

Snow Date: Thursday, March 21, 2024

and

For children living in the district towns of Antrim, Bennington, Dublin, Francestown, Greenfield, Hancock, Peterborough, Sharon, and Temple:

Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Time: 8:00 am — 3:00 pm 

Location: Peterborough Elementary School

A parent or legal guardian must accompany the child.

Pre-registration is required; call Melissa @ 924-7503 ext. 2032 to register.

Student must be 5 years old on or before September 30, 2024.

To print out a flyer, click [here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CVKVvruw6OHkNiflarDGury8oJuOnPKF/view?usp=drive_link).

March 19, 2024: Kindergarten Registration

On January 11, four National Superintendent of the Year® finalists who had been selected by the School Superintendents Association (AASA) engaged in a panel discussion on critical issues impacting public education.

Discussion topics ranged from college, []()career, and life readiness to advocacy and educator empowerment.

The AASA finalists this year are:*   Joe Gothard, Saint Paul Public Schools, St. Paul, MN
*   Kimberly Rizzo Saunders, ConVal School District, Peterborough, NH
*   Martha Salazar-Zamora, Tomball Independent School District, Tomball, TX
*   Frederick Williams, Dublin City Schools, Dublin, GA

Caitlynn Peetz from [Education Week](https://www.facebook.com/edweek?\__cft\_\_\[0]=AZWNdLOlcW1gKAI0wAKiLFRH9zbB2iBMzxRCTV6dqmxNXnD83L1cDIMkIyIDyP_XmGpoISZensn2Nthn6918reeGp5UiErOLGnYziPm2LXonasVCFAfIS-HJCv88AsC9GcHIZi_frUomo_sxnBVFYUJ3\_IkWlLSA_PmI6ueQlFJH1NiLXu5gHq1t_wkQbr7jLqMOQzcscXnrwFyGLNOWi-LA&\__tn\_\_=-]K-y-R) moderated the discussion.

Superintendent Participates in AASA Panel Discussion

The ConVal School District and School Board proudly announce that Superintendent Dr. Kimberly Rizzo Saunders has been named a finalist for the National Superintendent of the Year Award. Dr. Rizzo Saunders was one of four nominees announced by the School Superintendents Association (AASA) on Monday, December 18, 2023.

“I am deeply honored to be recognized by AASA,” Dr. Rizzo Saunders said. “The work our District does every day could not be successful without a supportive School Board, a caring and compassionate community, and colleagues and peers who have dedicated themselves to excellence every day. Our children are afforded every chance to succeed in school and life because of these supports.”

The other finalists for the national honor are:

*   Joe Gothard, Saint Paul Public Schools, St. Paul, MN
*   Martha Salazar-Zamora, Tomball Independent School District, Tomball, TX
*   Frederick Williams, Dublin City Schools, Dublin, GA

The National Superintendent of the Year® program, now in its 37th year, is open to all U.S. superintendents who plan to continue in the profession. The Superintendent of the Year award is co-sponsored by AASA, Corebridge Financial, and First Student. The winner will be announced during AASA’s National Conference on Education on February 15, 2024, in San Diego, CA.

Kimberly Rizzo Saunders AASA Finalist Logo

National Superintendent of the Year Finalist

The New Hampshire School Administrators' Association announced at its statewide meeting on Friday, December 8, that ConVal's Dr. Kimberly Rizzo Saunders has been selected as the state's Superintendent of the Year. Rizzo Saunders had been nominated by 18 of her colleagues and Richard Dunning, Chair of the ConVal School Board.

"Kimberly’s selection as Superintendent of the Year, is so deserving," said Dunning. "Kimberly dealt with the Covid challenge by supporting student education online to keep students involved in learning, and was able to get our students back into the classroom as quickly as possible. When confronting inadequate educational state funding, Kimberly’s leadership and testimony led to a positive outcome, for students and taxpayers alike," Dunning concluded.   

Here are just a few quotes from the nomination letter written by her colleagues: "Dr. Rizzo Saunders' enthusiasm for public education is contagious, and it ignites a sense of purpose in those around her." "Dr. Rizzo Saunders has highlighted the urgent need for adequate and equitable resources to ensure that all children receive a quality education. Her actions have reignited the conversation about the basic rights of students and the essential role that public education plays in our society." "Dr. Rizzo Saunders consistently shows the courage to speak truth to power. She does not shy away from tackling difficult issues or advocating for necessary changes. Her work will have a lasting impact not only on ConVal, but on the entire state."

"I can't think of anyone more deserving of this recognition," said Assistant Superintendent Dr. Ann Forrest.

Rizzo Saunders State Superintendent of the Year

School News

8th Grade American Heritage Tour

8th Grade Science Class - Squid Dissection

5th Grade Science Class

Runner Up at State Spelling Bee

SMS Winter Olympians

NH State Wrestling Champions

Creative ELA Book Projects

Robotics Team Places 1st

Turkey Trot 2023

Cornucopia Project

SPIKE Robotics Programming

Garden Club Visits Cornucopia

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