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January 13, 2023
No School on Monday, Jan. 16-Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
There is no school for students and staff on Monday, January 16th for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day national holiday.
MLK Day Thoughts
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is more than just a day off from school or work. There is significant meaning behind this day. These are two of the many quotes from Dr. King that I find particularly meaningful: "Those who are not looking for happiness are the most likely to find it, because those who are searching forget that the surest way to be happy is to seek happiness for others." "Without love, there is no reason to know anyone, for love will, in the end, connect us to our neighbors, our children and our hearts."
This is a good time to think about others and what we can do to make their lives better. We truly cannot do something for someone else without getting some of the goodness on us. Please take the time to talk with your family about what you can do to serve others even if it is just the smallest of ways. Martin Luther King, Jr. has left an amazing legacy that centers around the value of people, service to others, and speaking up for those who are less fortunate than we are.
Author Visit
Author, Mike Wohnoutka is coming to BW on January 25th! Mike Wohnoutka is the illustrator of many books for children including Moo!, an ALA Notable book and winner of the Minnesota Book Award; Jack’s House, a Bank Street College Best Book; and See the Cat, winner of the 2021 Theodor Seuss Geisel Award. He is the author and illustrator of Dad’s First Day, Croc & Turtle, Little Puppy and the Big Green Monster, and So Big!, a Kirkus Reviews Best Book. A graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design, Mike lives with his wife and two children in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Report Cards
There will be no school on Monday, Jan. 23rd and Tuesday, Jan. 24th. The last day of the first semester is Jan. 20th, and teachers will be preparing report cards. Report cards will be sent home with students on Friday, Jan. 27th.
Teacher Workdays-No School for Students
Monday & Tuesday, January 23 & 24 are the Teacher Workdays for the end of the second quarter. There will be no school for students.
2023-2024 KINDERGARTEN INFORMATION
February 7 - Kindergarten Tour Night 4:00pm-5:30pm
February 17 - Registration Deadline for Kindergarten
https://northfieldschools.org/about/enrollment/
It is time to talk about Kindergarten for the 2023-2024 school year! On February 7th, families interested in having their child attend kindergarten at Bridgewater are invited to a tour night from 4:00-5:30 p.m. Families and children will have the opportunity to see the classrooms, meet teachers and receive a free book. If you have questions, please contact the office at 507-664-3300.
St. Olaf Volleyball Clinic
- When: February 5th - 1:30pm-3:30pm
- Where: Skoglund Center
- Who: Ages 4th-8th Grade
- What: Fun Winter Youth Clinic Hosted by St. Olaf Players and Coaches. Interact with Ole Athletes, learn skills and play some games!
- How much: $50 Cash or Check paid at the door
- Where do I sign up?!: https://athletics.stolaf.edu/sb_output.aspx?form=72
Community School
Hello Families!
Session Two Update:
The second session of Community School began on January 5th, 2023! We have brand new club options that we think students will love. Click the link to register for the second session!
Evening Program:
We will resume our evening programs on January 11, 2023!
As always, please follow us on Facebook here for Community School updates and pictures!
Jenny Jones
Northfield Community School
Program Coordinator
Bridgewater Elementary
401 Jefferson Parkway
Northfield, MN 55057
Cell: 612-709-9244
Office: 507-664-3359
Email: jjones@northfieldschools.org
Pronouns: she/her/ella
Hablo Español
Literacy-At-Home Ideas
Literacy-At-Home Ideas
for a New Year!
If you or your child are reading chapter books; use a bookmark.
Have a conversation: talk to your child as often as possible. Try to use advanced vocabulary as children understand oral language more naturally than reading. Your child understands words spoken to them that they might not be able to read, yet!
Have your child tell you a story, or you can tell them a story.
Create a story with your child including his/her name and actions.
Have your child practice reading signs on the road or at the grocery store.
Listen to audiobooks in the car.
I Love to Read Month
February is I Love to Read Month. Attached below is the calendar of events for February.
January Lunch Menu
Activities
There are many activities that children and adults may access during the course of the year. Don't forget to check the numerous opportunities from the Northfield Community Education Program: https://northfieldschools.org/communityeducation/
Upcoming Events
Jan. 16---Martin Luther King Jr. Day-No School
Jan. 19---Kindness Retreat for 4th Grade Students
Jan. 23-24---Teacher Workdays-No School for Students
Jan. 25---Author, Mike Wohnoutka visit to BW
Jan 23-27---Winter Family Engagement Window
Jan. 27---BBC Spirit Day-Sportswear
Feb. 7---4th Grade Works Museum Field Trip
Feb. 7---Kindergarten Tour Night 4:00-5:30
Feb. 17---Registration Deadline for Kindergarten
Feb. 20---No School/Staff Development Day/President's Day
Mar. 8---District Choral Festival 4/5 Grade Choirs-NMS
Mar. 27-31---Spring Break-No School
School Calendars 22-23
Bridgewater Elementary School
World-Class Learning for Elementary Students K-5 Bridgewater Elementary School, situated on a 14-acrd campus just south of downtown Northfield, is a K-5 public school serving approximately 530 students. It serves the neighborhoods on Northfield's southern side, Dundas, and the rural area south of Highway 19 and west of Highway 246. Students benefit from an active parent-teacher organization, Bridgewater Booster Club (BBC) and many parent volunteers.
The staff is intensely dedicated to offering a high-quality, well-rounded education that strives to meet the specific needs of each student. We focus on empowering our students in their academic and social emotional learning along with building a solid foundation for their educational journey.
Main Office Number: 507-664-3300
Attendance Line: 507-664-3306
Address: 401 Jefferson Parkway
Web page: northfieldschools.org/schools/bridgewater-elementary/