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"Sometimes we meet teachers in the forest, or in the barn, or in the ocean- or right in our own house. Some of my teachers have had two legs while others have had four or even eight. But all have taught me something important about how to be a good creature in the world.” This is how local author Sy Montgomery starts her book How to Be A Good Creature, a children’s book that can teach us all many lessons including how to be patient, respectful and to show courage. We used this book as a guide during kindness week before vacation.
All students listened to the story and thought about an animal that they have connected with or reflected on how they are good creatures in the world. Every child created a watercolor page about their reflection. These pages were turned into a beautiful book with the help of Jeannie Connolly of the Arts Integration program. The book was then hand-delivered to Sy Montgomery and her dog Thurber in Hancock. She was so touched that she took time to answer questions from students through Zoom this week. This integrated project was a wonderful way for students to think about who their teachers might be and what they might be able to teach others. Kindness and Courage are certainly a few examples that all Pierce School students can share.
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Time to get your Pierce School Swag!!
The leaves are changing and the air is getting crisp. Does your child have all their fall and winter gear ready? Would you like to support your school? Well, do we have deals for you!
The Pierce School store is NOW OPEN for all your school swag purchasing needs. The store is open from now until Sunday October 25th. Make sure to swing on over and help support your school and dress yourself or your students in the coolest gear in school!
Items can be purchased at https://pierce-apparel-2020.itemorder.com/sale .
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Students at Pierce School began remote learning on Wednesday, March 18th.
Pierce teachers and staff made sure that our students were provided with many different options to continue their learning during our remote learning adventure!
We hope everyone stays healthy and safe during this time.
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For many years the children at Pierce School have made the walk down the main street of Bennington, past 100 year old homes and the Country Store to the beautiful brick building on the corner. Passing through its copper doors into the GEP Dodge Library, the students in Ms. Cannon's Kindergarten are welcomed by Mrs. MacGregor, librarian, and right away they know that they are in for a treat, a special story read aloud, just for them. When the story ends, it is time to hunt for some real treasure, a new book, a favorite book, a great book to bring back to school to read and reread and enjoy until...one day Ms. Cannon announces..."Guess where we are going?"
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[post_content] => Linda Tenney visits Pierce School and reads to all of the students to celebrate our "Read to Me Contract" goal. The goal was to have 80% of families commit to reading with their children at least twice a week.  82% of families signed up exceeding our goal. Thank you to parents and students!
We love having Mrs. Tenney visit.
She will be coming back in February to participate in Community of Readers initiative to take place on the Fridays before February and April vacation.
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[post_content] => Picture book author, David Rottenberg, visited Pierce School on Thursday. The dancers from the Peterborough Dance Theatre performed as Mr. Rottenberg read the inspiring story of Gwendolyn the Graceful Pig; a tale of two best friends with big dreams. Gwendolyn's hearts desire is to dance and Omar yearns to play football. The only thing standing in their way is that they are both pigs. With the aid of Natasha Leverton, "world's greatest teacher in ze vorld" both make their dreams come true. Definitely an exciting and fun performance for the children to hear and see.
To find out what happens next for Gwendolyn and Omar you might want to read Gwdndolyn goes to Hollywood.Â
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[post_content] =>  On Wednesday Mrs. Germain's 4th traveled to Greenland, New Hampshire to visit the Great Bay Discovery Center with friends from Francestown Elementary School.  Prior to the visit, the class learned that the Great Bay is an estuary - a land form where freshwater and seawater meet.  Estuaries are critical habitats for many animals as well as places for several bird species to stop along their migration routes. The 4th graders also learned about the Abenaki Natives who lived in the region and how they used the natural resources found in the estuary to survive. The early European settlers who came to the region and established New Hampshire as a colony also utilized its resources.  It was an amazing experience for all!
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[post_content] => Celebrating another Ski Season
Written By: Ms. Sutton
Although many are excited for warm weather, skiers and snowboarders would love to see the snow fly for just a little bit longer. This year 31 Pierce School students participated in the after school ski program. It was the perfect season filled with lots of snow, great temperatures and of course cherished time with friends. For some, this was their first year learning to ski or board. Bella in third grade said, “Everyone is friendly at the mountain and I learned a lot.” Olivia just finished her third year of lessons and said, “It is really fun to ski because you can get to different ski levels. I can ski the light blue trails now“. Watching students shine outside of the classroom and have the courage to try something new could not be more rewarding. Friendships were made and participants learned to trust each other.
The after school ski program is a PTO sponsored event and would not be possible without the dedication, help and support of PTO President Theresa Healey, the teachers and parents who help each week. If you would like your child to be part of the after school ski program, please contact Theresa Healey or Ms. Sutton for more information. Online registration for next season will begin in September for the 2018-2019 program. Partial scholarships are often available. If it is going to be cold and snowy, we might as well enjoy it! Happy winter!
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[post_content] => This year, the New Hampshire Dance Institute (NHDI) Residency Program presented “Wonder-filled” as we celebrated the many Wonders of the World and our innate curiosities that create “wonder” in each of us as we question, learn, and grow throughout our existence.The Residency Program transformed everyday students into NHDI dancers with an all school finale that encouraged everyone to celebrate being “Full of Wonder!”
Our appreciation to Janine Edmonds and Lisa Cook from NHD,IÂ and Jeannie Connolly at Arts Integration for the opportunity to have a residency with NHDI at Pierce this year.
Our performance evening was a 'wonderful" event, and we thank all of the students and their families for coming out and supporting the NHDI performance and Pierce School.
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The Hour of Code is an international event happening this week across the globe. Some students at Pierce School participated in learning to code, and they are so excited about it. Hundreds of 1-hour coding activities are available on the website. Check out Hourofcode.com for more information.
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"Sometimes we meet teachers in the forest, or in the barn, or in the ocean- or right in our own house. Some of my teachers have had two legs while others have had four or even eight. But all have taught me something important about how to be a good creature in the world.” This is how local author Sy Montgomery starts her book How to Be A Good Creature, a children’s book that can teach us all many lessons including how to be patient, respectful and to show courage. We used this book as a guide during kindness week before vacation.
All students listened to the story and thought about an animal that they have connected with or reflected on how they are good creatures in the world. Every child created a watercolor page about their reflection. These pages were turned into a beautiful book with the help of Jeannie Connolly of the Arts Integration program. The book was then hand-delivered to Sy Montgomery and her dog Thurber in Hancock. She was so touched that she took time to answer questions from students through Zoom this week. This integrated project was a wonderful way for students to think about who their teachers might be and what they might be able to teach others. Kindness and Courage are certainly a few examples that all Pierce School students can share.
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“Sometimes we meet teachers in the forest, or in the barn, or in the ocean- or right in our own house. Some of my teachers have had two legs while others have had four or even eight. But all have taught me something important about how to be a good creature in the world.” This is how local author Sy Montgomery starts her book How to Be A Good Creature,
Read More: Sy Montgomery Teaches Us All How to Be A Good Creature….
Time to get your Pierce School Swag!!
The leaves are changing and the air is getting crisp. Does your child have all their fall and winter gear ready? Would you like to support your school? Well, do we have deals for you!
The Pierce School store is NOW OPEN for all your school swag purchasing needs.
Students at Pierce School began remote learning on Wednesday, March 18th.
Pierce teachers and staff made sure that our students were provided with many different options to continue their learning during our remote learning adventure!
We hope everyone stays healthy and safe during this time.
Read More: Bennington Black Bears Breaking Barriers with Remote Learning
For many years the children at Pierce School have made the walk down the main street of Bennington, past 100 year old homes and the Country Store to the beautiful brick building on the corner. Passing through its copper doors into the GEP Dodge Library, the students in Ms. Cannon’s Kindergarten are welcomed by Mrs.
Linda Tenney visits Pierce School and reads to all of the students to celebrate our “Read to Me Contract” goal. The goal was to have 80% of families commit to reading with their children at least twice a week.  82% of families signed up exceeding our goal. Thank you to parents and students!
We love having Mrs. Read More: Read to Me Contract
Picture book author, David Rottenberg, visited Pierce School on Thursday. The dancers from the Peterborough Dance Theatre performed as Mr. Rottenberg read the inspiring story of Gwendolyn the Graceful Pig; a tale of two best friends with big dreams. Gwendolyn’s hearts desire is to dance and Omar yearns to play football. The only thing standing in their way is that they are both pigs.
 On Wednesday Mrs. Germain’s 4th traveled to Greenland, New Hampshire to visit the Great Bay Discovery Center with friends from Francestown Elementary School.  Prior to the visit, the class learned that the Great Bay is an estuary – a land form where freshwater and seawater meet.  Estuaries are critical habitats for many animals as well as places for several bird species to stop along their migration routes.Â
Celebrating another Ski Season
Written By: Ms. Sutton
Although many are excited for warm weather, skiers and snowboarders would love to see the snow fly for just a little bit longer. This year 31 Pierce School students participated in the after school ski program. It was the perfect season filled with lots of snow,
This year, the New Hampshire Dance Institute (NHDI) Residency Program presented “Wonder-filled” as we celebrated the many Wonders of the World and our innate curiosities that create “wonder” in each of us as we question, learn, and grow throughout our existence.The Residency Program transformed everyday students into NHDI dancers with an all school finale that encouraged everyone to celebrate being “Full of Wonder!”
Our appreciation to Janine Edmonds and Lisa Cook from NHD,IÂ and Jeannie Connolly at Arts Integration for the opportunity to have a residency with NHDI at Pierce this year.
The Hour of Code is an international event happening this week across the globe. Some students at Pierce School participated in learning to code, and they are so excited about it. Hundreds of 1-hour coding activities are available on the website. Check out Hourofcode.com for more information.
