Ms. Lamere's 4th-grade class has been studying government and had the opportunity to take a field trip to the State House and the Supreme Court! It was a fantastic way to learn about how our government works and the important roles these buildings play in making and interpreting laws.

Please click here to read the Husky Herald for the week of November 18-22.

After School Cooking Club

Now Registering

Session 2(Jan-Feb): Peterborough, Hancock & Dublin

3:30-4:30pm. Open to grades 3 and 4.

Join us for a fun-filled 6-week program at your school, where you’ll explore the world of delicious farm-to-table foods! Learn how to prepare tasty, healthy meals using fresh ingredients straight from the garden. Through hands-on activities, you’ll build cooking skills, discover new flavors, and gain a deeper understanding of where your food comes from. Get ready to cook, create, and taste your own delicious creations. Take a look below to find out when your cooking club is happening!

Picture Retake Day is Thursday, November 14th. If your child has not had their picture taken, they will have it taken tomorrow. If you wish to have your child's picture retaken and you have purchased a portrait package, please bring it in. Your child (or their teacher) will give it back to the photographer and you will receive a new photo package when it is available.

If you have questions regarding picture retake day, please contact The Barksdale Group at 1-800-220-7667 or online at www.barksdalephoto.com

Please click here to read the Husky Herald for the week of November 11-15.

After a year of planning and preparing, HES proudly announces the opening of our new playground!

Climbing, swinging, sliding—get ready to explore our new playground! Designed with safety, accessibility, and creativity in mind, our outdoor play space features innovative equipment that encourages gross motor and fine motor play. With spaces for both quiet moments and energetic fun, it's the perfect spot for kids and families to enjoy together.

Lead Testing Results for Hancock Elementary

November 6, 2024

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We are writing to let you know that Hancock Elementary School recently completed testing for lead in drinking water. This is part of an ongoing effort related to New Hampshire’s state law RSA 485:17-a, which requires school and child care facilities to test for lead in drinking water and to act when lead is found at levels at or above 5 parts per billion (ppb).

Lead is a toxic heavy metal that has a range of adverse health effects if inhaled or swallowed. Lead rarely occurs naturally in New Hampshire’s drinking water sources (groundwater or surface water) and typically enters drinking water due to the wearing away of piping, faucets, fixtures and other plumbing materials.

Because lead is tasteless, odorless and colorless in drinking water, testing is the only way to learn if lead is present. It is important to sample each faucet or water fountain that is used for drinking or food prep because test results can vary between locations.

During recent testing, we collected samples from 24 drinking water outlets (e.g., drinking fountains, classroom faucets, kitchen sinks). We are pleased to let you know that none of the results showed lead levels at or above 5 ppb, the level where action must be taken. Some best practices to keep lead levels low include:

● “Flushing” water, when possible, to allow drinking water that has been stagnant to move through the pipes.

● Using cold water for drinking and cooking. Hot water may increase the amount of lead transferred from the pipes or faucet, and boiling water does not remove lead.

● Discouraging drinking water from fixtures not intended for potable use (e.g., lab faucets, hoses, spigots, hand washing sinks).

All sample results and additional resources from the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) can be viewed at gettheleadoutnh.org.

Sincerely,

Tim Grossi, Facilities Director tgrossi@conval.edu

Jessica Vezina, Principal jvezina@conval.edu

Join the amazing PTO team and support the staff and students at Hancock Elementary School! The next meeting is tonight at 5:30 pm in the library.