The Alcott PTG Supports the Community
The primary objectives of the PTG are to provide information and support to the Alcott community and to raise funds to help make our school the best it can be. Volunteering is key to the success of this effort.
Upcoming Dates
***Every Wednesday is a half-day***
April 10 - K-5 Conferences (No School)
April 15 - Spelling Bee Registrations Due - register here
April 20 - 24 - April Break
April 29 - Walk to School Day + Parent Coffee Morning - sign up to volunteer!
May 1 - Square 1 Art Fundraiser Closes
May 1 - Alcott First Annual Spelling Bee - sign up to volunteer!
May 4 & 5 - Grade 4 Math MCAS
May 6 - Spring Open PTG Meeting, 7:00 PM - Zoom Link Here
May 7 & 8 - Grade 3 Math MCAS
May 12 - Bike to School Day - sign up to volunteer!
May 14 & 15 - Grade 5 Science MCAS
May 15 - Multicultural Night (5-7pm) - DATE CHANGE
May 15 - A Summer Day in May Spirit Day
May 30 - Spring Parent Social - contribute an item to the silent auction
Concord METCO Families Collective
METCO Family Advisory Council
Alcott Announcements
Message from the President
Did you know there is an easy way you can raise money for the PTG and help the environment at the same time? You might have noticed the two big white textile recycling bins when you enter the Alcott parking lot. The PTG actually earns money based on how many pounds of textiles we recycle each year. If you’re in spring cleaning mode like me, drop your textiles off in the bins and help us raise a little money! - Abby Flanagan
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Place Your Orders: Our Art Fundraiser is LIVE!!
Check your child's school folder this week to find their custom Square 1 Art catalog with their personal artwork (which is also a peel-off sticker) featured on the cover! To place an order, scan the code located on the catalog. If you misplace the catalog, go to shop.square1art.com. Enter the required info to begin browsing.
If your student wants to create more art or has a family member who wants to get in on the fun, there is also the option to upload additional art for ordering. Go to www.square1art.com, click on "add art" on the homepage and then "upload." Insert the state and then "Alcott Elementary (Concord)" and you should be good to go!
The deadline for ordering is May 1st. Every order raises funds for Alcott! Our students worked hard on these masterpieces and now we can share them with loved ones as treasured keepsakes that celebrate our young artists! If you have any questions reach out to Becky and Alli at alcottptgfundraising@gmail.com.
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Cradles to Crayons Clothing Drive - Ends Tomorrow!
Tomorrow is the last day for the Cradles to Crayons clothing drive. Feel free to drop your donations in the collection bins outside the main office on the way to your conference(s)!
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Register by Tomorrow for Alcott’s First Annual Spelling Bee! We Still Need Volunteers!
The Spelling Bee is for 3rd-5th graders and will take place on Friday, May 1 from 4:30-6:30pm. Find more info and register student teams here. Teams must register by tomorrow, April 10th.
We really need more parent volunteers to make this event a success. Please click here to learn more about the volunteer jobs needed and to sign up to help! If you have any questions, please reach out to Katie Carr (kcarr@concordps.org).
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5th Grade Dues
Every year, the 5th Grade Committee collects “5th grade dues” from the parents of fifth graders to support special year-end activities for the class. We ask for your dues contribution of $50 this year and sincerely thank you for your generosity. In addition to the dues mentioned, you can also contribute to 5th grade activities directly by buying “support shares” of five activities: class t-shirt & memory book, Roller Kingdom field trip, moving up ceremony & clap out, class gift to Alcott, 5th grade teacher gifts.
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Walk to School + Parent Coffee
On Wednesday, April 29th, meet at the main library lawn at 8:30am for spring fun and hot chocolate! If you are interested in helping, please sign-up HERE.
Parents are encouraged to stay after the walk to school for an informal parent coffee morning at Alcott. We will gather at the picnic tables in the play yard from 9-10am.
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Alcott School Parent Social
We hope you'll join us on Saturday, May 30 for the Alcott School Parent Social! Tickets will be available for purchase in the coming weeks. There will be a silent auction at the Social, and we need your help! The auction is one of our most important fundraising events and directly supports programs and opportunities for our students. If you’d like to contribute an item, host an experience, or help coordinate a gift basket, please click here. (Or, if you'd prefer to donate anonymously you can email us directly at alcottptgfundraising@gmail.com.)
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April Composting
Volunteers needed to help the students with their cafeteria composting! Little kids and big trays sometimes need a helping hand, as well as some guidance as to what is compostable and the occasional removal of a ketchup packet or fork! Sign up HERE.
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Volunteer Opportunities
See all of our current volunteer opportunities here.
Please email alcottptgfundraising@gmail.com to volunteer to support our upcoming Parent Social Silent Auction this spring!
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