Author: Amy Ritterbusch

Dear Bates Families, The weeks before winter break are always full of excitement and anticipation.  The highlight this year for the Bates School was our Magnificent Day of Play on December 10.  It was amazing to see our students so… Continue reading Bates Buzz

Dear Bates Families, As a reminder, tomorrow is an Election Day at Bates.  All students will eat lunch in the classrooms.  If your child’s class is an allergy alert classroom, please provide a nut-free lunch for your child.  Thank you… Continue reading Election Day tomorrow

Dear Bates Families, I hope you had a restful and enjoyable Thanksgiving break.  It was wonderful to see so many of you at our first all school assembly on November 26.  I was amazed by our students’ reflections on the… Continue reading Bates Buzz

Dear Bates Families, The cold weather has arrived!  We encourage students to play outdoors as much as possible, so we make every effort to send classes outside for recess and morning arrival.  In the event the temperatures or wind chill… Continue reading Bates Buzz

Dear Bates Families, There are many exciting events at the Bates School in the coming months.  I want to provide you with some details about these happenings and invite you to join us as your schedule allows. Wednesday, November 26,… Continue reading Important upcoming dates at Bates