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Bates Buzz 4.5.24

Dear Bates, It’s April and the Mini-Marathon is almost here!  Please come to cheer on our students on Wednesday, April 10!  Families and friends are invited to stand around the school to cheer on the runners.  Please note the schedule… Continue reading Bates Buzz 4.5.24

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Bates Buzz 3.28.24

Dear Bates, As we wrap up the month of March, I have a lot of information to share! New Bates Pride T-shirts Thank you to our generous PTO for purchasing a new Bates t-shirt for every Bates student.  These shirts… Continue reading Bates Buzz 3.28.24

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Reminder: Spring 2024 After School Enrichment

Reminder: Registration for Bates Spring 2024 After School Enrichment is open. Please visit the page linked below for class information and registration information. Bates Spring 2024 After School Enrichment

School Messenger March 18, 2024March 18, 2024 Bates Buzz News & Reminders Read more

Bates Buzz 3.15.24

Dear Bates, Please save the date for the Bates Mini-Marathon, now less than 4 weeks away.  On April 10 Bates students will run or walk for 20 minutes with their grade level.  Students will train over the coming weeks in… Continue reading Bates Buzz 3.15.24

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Bates Buzz 3.8.24

Dear Bates, Happy Friday.  The sunshine today was much appreciated.   When the rain or cold keeps us indoors, as it did much of this week, students enjoy a number of indoor recess activities.  This week students played dominos, legos,… Continue reading Bates Buzz 3.8.24

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