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Students from Ms. Whittier’s kindergarten class working on a science unit called “Adopt a Tree.” Students in groups carefully observe trees, make observations, and notice changes throughout the seasons. These photos were taken in November.

About 40 regulars join us most Friday mornings for Footwork Fridays.  The brisk walks from the Family Dollar Store parking lot to school start at 7:15, with the last departing around 7:45.  We invite more kids and families to join us. To view this photo slideshow you need to have Flash Player 9 or newer…

PES was awarded a $5,000 Grant from the Laura Bush Foundation.  Former First Lady Laura Bush worked as a public school librarian in Texas, and after leaving the White House set up the LBF to support urban and rural libraries throughout the 50 states. PES is the only NH library to be awarded the grant. …

On Monday through Thursday evenings, students are assigned homework to reinforce concepts taught during the school day. These assignments should be completed as activities would in a school setting: in a quiet environment with adequate lighting and without distractions. On Fridays, students are asked to read for fifteen minutes over the course of the weekend….

What does Mathematics instruction look like at Pittsfield Elementary? Last year, PES teachers spent time ensuring that all standards are met at each grade level. They have aligned the curriculum so that the same concepts are taught in all classes at a grade level, and that skills are built on in the following grade levels….

Nearly 60 people attended Last Wednesday’s reception for artists and their families.