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Upcoming Events
Sept. 25— PTA Virtual Paint Night
(visit PTA Facebook to register)
Sept. 28—Gr. Pre-K & K students
return to hybrid model learning
Oct. 2—PTA Virtual Paint Night
(visit PTA Facebook to register)
Oct. 5—PTA Executive Board,
6:00 pm
Oct. 8—1:30 pm dismissal
Oct. 12-16—PTA Virtual School
Spirit Week
Oct. 19—Gr. 1 & 2 students
return to hybrid model learning
Oct. 19-23—PTA Virtual Pumpkin
Carving Contest
Oct. 26-30 PTA Virtual Halloween
Costume Contest
Mark Your Calendars
Nov. 3 —NO SCHOOL for students
Nov. 9—Gr. 3 –5 Students Return
Dear Students and Parents,
It is a privilege to be the Principal of Bethel Elementary School! This school year will be my 12th year as the Principal of Bethel. I have had many won-derful years here at Bethel but I am certain this
school year will be the most memorable one! As the school year begins, we are all facing challenges and many unknowns. However, what I do know is that Bethel’s amazing teach-ers truly care about each student. While the style of learning may look different, you can be assured our instruction will be of the high-est quality to ensure student success. Please contact me should you have any questions or concerns. My
mission each day is to ensure Bethel students are safe and well
educated.
Principally Speaking by Eileen M. Kersmarki
Eileen M. Kersmarki, Principal
GCPS Phased Return of Students to In-Person Hybrid Model Learning Plan dependent on COVID-19 community transmission rates
Sept. 28 Pre-K and Kindergarten Students Oct. 19 Gr. 1 & 2 students Nov. 9 Gr. 3-5 students
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Meghan Davis—Art Teacher
Warm Welcomes
Amy Trowbridge—School Counselor
Best Wishes and Fondest Farewells
New Place for A Familiar Face: Keaton Gregory Gr. 1
We bid fond farewells to Linda Clements Lisa Connolly Michelle Kennedy Lanita Knight Sherri Miller Elizabeth Murphy Sue Rose Tina Theuerkauf Karen Thomas Brenda Turner
What position do you have at Bethel? School Nurse Worst part of your job? Seeing people suffer Where were you born? Illinois. My dad was military, though, so I’ve been many places What did you want to be when you grew up? A nurse—always! Marital/Family Status? Married for 41 years with four children and six grandchildren. First Job? Taught ceramics/crafts at a
small shop. Hobbies? Sewing, quilting, cooking, gardening, crafts Favorite book/movie? I’m a
“Game of Thrones” addict
Favorite musical performer? Love classic rock and lots of newer rock, too. Favorite food? Not sure. I’m not picky Something you couldn’t live without? Social gathering with friends & family Your worst habit? Over-explaining Your pet peeve? Chronically panicky people. Last smart thing you did? Showing kindness to others Last dumb thing you did? Can’t think of anything Dream Vacation? Love to travel—I’ve travelled a lot—but I love seeing and appreciating what God has created.
What words or phrases do you overuse the most? “It’s no big deal.” If you had 15 minutes on national televi-sion, what would you talk about? I’ve been on TV—”60 Minutes interview.” I wouldn’t do it now...too many haters. If you could have one wish come true, what would you wish for? Calm and to stop looking for negativity
Getting to Know Debra Wood
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Volume 17, Issue 1
Dear Bethel Bears,
The Bethel Elementary School Parent Teacher Association welcomes you to a promising new school year! As parents, we all support our children in their educational journey. As a PTA, we work collaboratively to support the school through many events and volunteer opportunities. This is your PTA and we welcome and encourage all to attend our meetings and events and to volunteer your time to ensure collective success. By joining your Bethel PTA, you show your children that you are engaged and you care! You become one of the millions of PTA members dedicated to making a difference in the education, health and safety of America’s children.
You are empowered, informed and responsible members. Join today by making a payment through our online link: https://bethelglo.new.memberhub.store/store. Membership dues are $7 per member. You may also mail in a payment via check. Please send checks to Bethel Elemen-tary School PTA, 2991 Hickory Fork Rd., Gloucester VA 23061. Make all checks payable to Bethel PTA. Your 2020-2021 Bethel Elementary School PTA Membership has its privileges and this year we’ve added new discounts to enjoy so be sure to take advantage of them! We are also excited to announce our NEW Bethel Bears Merchandise! Be sure to check out our new T-shirts, hoodies and masks available for purchase online as well at: https://bethelglo.new.memberhub.store/store. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at [email protected]. We are more than happy to answer any questions you may have and look forward to having a great new year at Bethel! Best Regards, Jacinda Brodsky, President
The Bethel 2020-21 Executive Board President - Jacinda Brodsky President-Elect - Eowyn Deal Treasurer - Nicole Gallaher Secretary - Hope Davis Membership—Brittany Sparrer & Kim Goodrich Fundraising - Nikki Ely Programs - Julia Blecher
PTA Post
Cardholder Discounts
The following businesses support our PTA with discounts for members:
Bangkok Noi Thai Cuisine Commonwealth Water Treatment, Inc. Courthouse Restaurant Jersey Cards and Comics LLC Kelsick Specialty Market Los Portales Mexican Restaurant Northern Neck Popcorn Bag The Office Bar and Grille Office Supply of Gloucester Origami Owl Papa Johns Patriots Grill Royalty Breed Woodwork Silver Box Sweet Tooth Café Sunrise Donuts Sweet Frog UPS Store Village Lanes Bowling Center Wild Ginger Chinese Restaurant Wild Horse Country Café and Malt Shoppe
Must present card for discounts
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