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May 23, 2025
BOOSTERTHON DOOR WINNERS 2025
Kindergarten Winner
Danielson Dragon
First Grade Winner
Carter's Crusaders
Second Grade Winner
Schwaab's Soldiers
Third Grade Winner
Bell's Barbarians
Fourth Grade Winner
Foley Fighters
Fifth Grade Winner
House of Holden
Specials Winner
Mrs. Woodstrup
Art Room
Special Education
Faust's Ferocious Fighters
NO SCHOOL for Students - MAY 26
Monday, May 26 is Memorial Day, so there will be no school for students. Students will return to school on Tuesday, May 27.
Tour of Graduates
The Class of 2025 visited Bridgewater Elementary this morning. It was wonderful seeing our former students and wishing them well! Best of luck to all of them!!
Last Day of School
Friday, June 6th is the last day of school. We have a two-hour early release, and will dismiss students at 1:20. Students will get lunch.
Lost and Found
The Lost & Found is spilling over again with lots of sweatshirts and light jackets. Please take a look to see if your child lost an item that we have found. Items not claimed by the last day of school will be donated.
5th Grade Graduation
Fifth-Grade Graduation will be held on June 5th at 1:15 in the gymnasium. Parents are welcome to attend and take pictures. Students who are leaving with parents afterwards will need to be signed out and the classroom teacher notified. Congratulations to class of 2032!
Awards Program
The Bridgewater Awards Program will be held on Friday, June 6th at 9:00 a.m. in the gymnasium. Parents are welcome to attend. Please note that most of the awards go to students in grades 4 & 5.
Ag Day (Agriculture Day)
We had our second Ag Day on Thursday at Bridgewater thanks to Mrs. Kortbein from Greenvale Park Elementary and Mr. Truman from Bridgewater Elementary. Ask your child about what they learned.
4th/5th Grade Track and Field Day
On Friday, May 30, the Twenty-Seventh Annual Track and Field Day for fourth and fifth grade students will take place at the Northfield Middle School Track.
Fourth grade will participate from 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Fifth grade will have their event from 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Spring Creek and Greenvale Park classes will be joining us as well. Please make sure that your child is dressed appropriately and wears the proper footwear. Sunscreen is also important. We encourage each student to have water. No pop please. Teachers will notify their class of eating/lunch options on that day. Some classes may choose to stay outdoors for lunch.
**Interested parents that would like to volunteer at an event, i.e. recording softball throw, long jump, race results etc... please follow the link below. If you sign up, plan to come. You will not receive a phone call. We look forward to another fun day at the track.
If volunteering, please use the following button to:
Bridges to Kindergarten
Northfield Senior Center Art Show
Congratulations Mrs. Holden’s Fifth Grade Artists!
The Northfield Senior Center, Fifty North is hosting the artwork of Mrs. Holden’s class in their gallery space. The show features ceramics, drawings, paintings and collages. The exhibit will open Monday, May 5th and ends Friday, May 30th. There will be an opening reception for the artists on Monday, May 12th from 8:30-9:30am during art class with Ms. Woodstrup. Loved ones are invited to attend the opening and all are welcome to see the show during Fifty North normal hours.
We hope you can check out the outstanding display of these very talented young artists. Thank you to Michelle Brant, Fifty North volunteers, Mrs. Holden, BW loved ones, Mrs. Christel, NFAB, and Principal Antoine for your help and support!
Congratulations Mrs. Holden’s Artists!
Ms. Woodstrup
Kid Ventures
Registration for the 2025-2026 school year opens April 4th at 8 am.
Registration for Summer 2025 will open online on March 6th at 10:00 am.
The summer program will be located at Bridgewater and will run M-F from Wednesday, June 11th-Friday, August 22nd. KV will be closed Thursday, June 19th and Friday July 4th. Hours are 6:30 am-6:00 pm. Here is the registration link: https://northfieldschools.ce.eleyo.com/child-care/1/kid-ventures
Put Your Passion in Action - Become a Reading or Math Tutor!
We are looking for Reading and Math Tutors for the 2025-26 school year. You can take action in our community by giving your time and talent to help students succeed with reading and math.
Tutors work individually or in pairs of students during school hours throughout the school year to provide extra practice and skill-building. Whether you’re a recent grad, career changer, stay-at-home parent or retiree, you can make a great tutor and help kids build essential skills. No experience? No problem. With training and on-site coaching, our tutors are prepared to help kids succeed.
Part-time and full-time positions are available beginning in August, October and January. Tutors receive a paycheck every two weeks plus additional money for college tuition or loans (tutors 55+ may gift the education award to their child, grandchild, stepchild or foster child).
If you are ready to put your passion in action, visit Join.ReadingAndMath.org to learn more.
Have a question? Email join@ampact.us or call 866.859.2825.Community Opportunities
May/June Lunch Menu
The lunch menu for each month will be provided in the newsletter.
Spring Breakfast 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
May 27---Fifth Grade Field Trip to the Bell Museum
May 30---Track & Field Day
May 30---4th Grade Orchestra Concert 2:15
June 3---Water/Fun Day
June 5---Fifth-Grade Graduation 1:15 p.m.
June 6---Last Day of School--Dismiss at 1:20
Approved 25-26 Calendar
Helpful Numbers and Links
Attendance Line
507-664-3306
Benjamin Bus
507-645-5720
BW Main Office
507-664-3300
Nurse
507-664-3305
Non-Discrimination Statement
Bridgewater Elementary School
World-Class Learning for Elementary Students, Bridgewater Elementary School, situated on a 14-acre campus just south of downtown Northfield, is a K-5 public school serving approximately 570 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 in partnership with families.
Main Office Number: 507-664-3300
Attendance Line: 507-664-3306
Address: 401 Jefferson Parkway
Web page: northfieldschools.org/schools/bridgewater-elementary/