DAILY BULLETIN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2016
Varsity Boys Soccer vs Belmont Saturday, November 5 at 5:00 pm at CCHS Memorial Field.
DAILY BULLETIN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2016
NEW EVENTS
Tickets for Much Ado About Nothing are now ONSALE! Performances are 11/18 and 11/19 at 7pm and 11/20 at 2pm. Only 80 seats per show so don’t wait!!! http://www.ticketstage.com/T/CCHS If you have any questions don’t hesitate to email Mrs. Dwyer.
The deadline to sign up for the MVP training has been extended to Sunday 11/6. Reminder about the program: CCHS has been selected to host a 3-day Mentors in Violence Prevention (MVP) training. MVP is one of the longest-running and most widely influential gender violence, sexual harassment and bullying prevention programs in the world. The training will take place from 9:00am-2:00pm on November 29, 30 and December 1 and we are now accepting applications. If you are interested in participating in the 3-day training and are a sophomore, junior or a senior, please fill out an on-line application at MVP Training Application. 30 CCHS students representing a diverse cross-section of leaders will be selected to participate. For more information about the Training you can watch a 3-minute video of MVP founder Jackson Katz: MVP Video (You Tube) or contact Ms. Slocum (nslocum@concordcarlisle.org)
CONTINUING EVENTS
Winter sport registration is now open – All students wishing to participate in a winter sport must register prior to Nov. 21, 2016. http://www.familyid.com/concord-carlisle-high-school Updated physical must be on file in the nurse’s office prior to the first day of practice Nov. 28.
Guidance and Counseling November Newsletter: Click Here
All Sophomores are scheduled to meet with their guidance counselors through November 9. A letter was mailed home with the appointment time. If you can’t find the letter please click here.
Seniors – We will be having a mandatory informational session about this spring’s internship program for any senior interested in participating. Whether you have already signed up or not, please plan to meet in the Learning Commons on Wednesday, November 16 at 2:30pm.
The CCHS Nordic Ski team will have a Kick-off Meeting on Monday, November 7 at 2:15 pm in Room 121, off the cafeteria. Meet the coaches, hear from the captains, receive schedule and other information. Our men and women’s teams are among the best in the state plus Mass Bay West league defending champions. If you cannot attend this meeting, email your interest to coaches Jeff Campbell at jeffcampbll@gmail.com and/or Jeff Parker at whippp@gmail.com. Refer also to the team’s website (updates coming) at https://sites.google.com/site/cchsnordicskiing/home. IMPORTANT: A Parents Information Session will be held on Monday, November 14 6:00 pm in the CCHS cafeteria. It’s essential at least one parent attends this important meeting. Athletes, please pass this date along!
CCHS’ Annual Teacher Appreciation dinner is Thursday, November 10 (Conference Day). Please consider showing your appreciation for the teachers at CCHS by helping out!To donate food for the dinner or volunteer to help, please click CLICK HERE To donate small gifts, please click CLICK HERE
Make your mark! Recycle your markers into money for clean drinking water around the world! When? What? By November 15, bring in dried up markers, pens, & mechanical pencils from home. Drop off boxes in most 3rd and 4th floor classrooms. Look for special drop off locations on Parent Conference Day (Nov. 10). Help EFSG Terracycle for Charity: WaterLearn more at https://www.charitywater.org/whywater/ and Bring on the Green!
THANKSGIVING DONATIONS AND VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – Our CCHS community is once again pleased to be hosting a traditional Thanksgiving meal for senior citizens from Concord and Carlisle on Saturday November 19. Parents can support this beloved event by donating a turkey or cider, by making a financial gift, and/or by volunteering to work at the luncheon. The CCHS Kitchen Staff will be accepting frozen turkey donations immediately. To sign up to bring in a frozen turkey or cider, go to: Click Hereo sign up to volunteer at the luncheon, go to: Click Here To make a donation, of $20.00, or any amount to offset the cost of this luncheon, please mail a check payable to “CCHS Parents Assn. – Thanksgiving” to: Concord-Carlisle High School Attn: Madeline Wilson 500 Walden St. Concord, MA 01742 Thank you for helping to make this a memorable holiday for the extended CCHS community!
College Fairs in the Local Area: The Performing Arts College Fair, National Portfolio Day and Study in Europe (virtual fair) are all happen soon. For details Click Here
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Positive Ways to Parent Your Teen: Transitioning From Manager to Consultant A three-session workshop series presented by Susan Lerner, MSW, LICSW through the Center for Parents and Teachers will take place on Monday evenings, November 7, 14 and 21 from 7 to 8:30 PM at Ripley Building. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. $45 for all three sessions. Please click on eventbrite registration link for full description of workshop: http://november2016parentyourteen3partseries.eventbrite.com
Strategies for Reducing Academic Stress & Creating Successful Students: Executive Function Workshop (Free) – Wednesday, November 9, 2016, 7:00-8:30 pm, CCHS Learning Commons. Learn strategies to help your child better manage his/her nightly homework, including planning, organizational, and time management strategies. Please join Dan Levine and Melissa Wilson of Engaging Minds for a free workshop designed specifically for parents of students in grades 5-12, though open to any parent whose student can benefit. For planning purposes, an RSVP is appreciated but not required: Strategies for Reducing Academic Stress. Please join SEPAC for refreshments between 6:30-7pm. If you have any questions, please contact concordsepac@gmail.com.
5K and 1M Road Race Friday, November 11 for all ages hosted by the Carlisle Council on Aging with help from the Carlisle Veterans Committee and support from the Concord-Carlisle Community Chest. The 1-mile race begins at 9 a.m. In Carlisle Town Center followed by the 5K at 9:45, rain or shine. Register online by visiting www.lightboxreg.com
Seeking Representatives for the Superintendent Search Committee. The CCHS Parents Association has been charged by the Concord Carlisle Regional School Committee to select 1 parent from Concord and 1 parent from Carlisle to serve on the Superintendent Search Committee. Candidates must be a current CCHS school parent and must be available to attend ALL interview sessions (January 17-19). For more information and to apply for consideration, please complete the form at: http://bit.ly/cchspa-searchcommittee. Applications will be accepted until 5pm on Wednesday, November 9th. Representatives will be announced on Monday, November 14th. Questions? Please contact president@cchspa.org
Concord Ed Fund Hoe Down Tix Now On Sale Friday, November 18 – The Concord Education Fund is a non-profit organization that awards grants for new teaching initiatives, programs and curricula that reach beyond the scope of the public school budget. So grab a pardner and get ready to have a rootin’ tootin’ time while supporting teachers who are itching to offer students an extraordinary education. General Tix now available at https://cefhoedowntickets.eventbrite.com.
Maine Summer Camp Fair at Nashoba Brooks School, Wednesday, November 16 Click Here To find the right camp!
Food, Funds and Fun with Open Table on Thanksgiving Grab your family and friends on Thanksgiving morning for the 7th Annual Turkey Trot sponsored by Marx Running Store and Circle Furniture. This fun 5k starts at 8:30 sharp on Keyes Road in Concord and welcomes runners and walkers of all speeds. Registration opens at 7:30 am (preregister now at onyourmarxracing.com). Come with a pantry donation — cans of food or cash — and help us feed others as we enjoy this day of plenty. This is a fun family tradition — come join in the fun by volunteering if you don’t run. Please contact jessicakirkwood1@me.com to volunteer.
Martha A. Hammer
Administrative Assistant
Concord-Carlisle Regional High School
mhammer@concordps.org
978-318-1400
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