AEF Halloween Costume Constest

Just in time for Halloween, the Amherst Education Foundation Trivia Bee tradition of wearing creative costumes to the event continues!   Since we are virtual this year, we suggest that teams take selfies and send them to us ahead of the event, indicating the name of their team in the email. Due to COVID, team photos may not be possible (unless it is a family team), so individual photos are suggested and we will group them by team. Winners will be announced during the Trivia Bee on Thursday, October 29, at 6:30 p.m.

Email your photos to: amherstedfound@gmail.com by Tuesday, October 27. 

 

 

School Directory

 Staying connected is so important!

The PGO is again offering to create a School Directory so you are able to communcate with families and friends outside of school.

Below is link to the Directory Form, due back 10/22.  Please fill it out so you can stay in touch with the Fort River Community!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeeGMPsiLG1C7IuwJLTtumAgsxbQQ1tSLaE5gkh4oq6y59UnA/viewform?usp=sf_link

¡Mantenerse conectado es tan importante!

El PGO se ofrece nuevamente a crear un Directorio Escolar para que puedas comunicarte con familias y amigos fuera de la escuela.

Abajo está el enlace del formulario de directorio, que debe ser devuelto el 22/10.  Por favor, rellénelo para que pueda mantenerse en contacto con la comunidad de Fort River!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeeGMPsiLG1C7IuwJLTtumAgsxbQQ1tSLaE5gkh4oq6y59UnA/viewform?usp=sf_link

Ski and Winter Gear Sale

5th Annual Ski and Winter Gear Sale - October 31, 9 am - 2 pm 

 Under the tent on the lawn of the Amherst History Museum (67 Amity Street - next to the Jones Library), with deals and choices so big - it’s scary! Proceeds benefit the museum. Shoppers can once again choose from a vast selection of new and used downhill, cross-country skis, ski poles, helmets, snowshoes, boots, skates, snowboards, outdoor clothing (including jackets, gloves, mittens, and hats) all in adult and youth sizes. Strict safety guidelines will be observed with periodic cleaning of surfaces and social distancing measures in place. Masks are required, costumes are appreciated!  For information and updates, go to: 1 DAY TENT SALE EVENT

Mad Science Halloween Spooktacular

Mad Science Presents: Live Halloween Spooktacular

With Follow Along, Fun Hands-on Spooky Science Projects

Plus a very special "Ask-a-Mad Scientist" Interactive Q&A

All from the safety and comfort of your own home for a low per-household fee.

Saturday, October 24th, 4-5:30PM

$10 per connection includes unlimited live participants per device

westnewengland.madscience.org or direct link to registration HERE

AEF Trivia Bee

Save The Date! Neither rain, nor sleet, nor a pandemic will stop AEF’s Trivia Bee. MARK YOUR CALENDARS for the 26th Annual AEF Trivia Bee — Virtual Edition: Thursday, October 29th, 2020 6:30-8:00 p.m. hosted by State Representative Mindy Domb! 

Participation is free, but we encourage donations benefiting the Amherst Education Foundation and our public schools. You can sign-up to participate here. Your support is more important than ever so even if you are not participating, consider contributing to the AEF Trivia Bee, here.

Sign-Up to Participate: https://ti.to/amherst-education-foundation/aef-trivia-bee-2020

Donate: https://www.amhersteducationfoundation.org/checkout/donate?donatePageId=5f76778e1589a316b9410f98

To watch the Trivia Bee visit AEF’s YouTube, Facebook, or Twitter the night of the event.

Fort River Watershed Clean-Up

 www.fortriver.org/cleanup

Complete the 2020 Census Now

Did you know only about 2/3 of the households in Amherst have responded to the 2020 Census?  Data collection wraps up at the end of September, so it is vital to respond now.  Please complete the 2020 Census if you haven't, and encourage friends and neighbors to do so as well.  It's quick and easy, and will only take about 10 minutes to complete.  The 2020 Census will affect funding for our community for the next 10 years!

• It's safe, secure, and confidential. Your information and privacy are protected.
• Your response helps to direct billions of dollars in federal funds to local communities for schools, roads, and other public services.
• Results from the 2020 Census will be used to determine the number of seats each state has in Congress and your political representation at all levels of government.