The Thursday OwL
The Alcott ptg weekly email
February 6, 2025
The PTG provides information and support to the Alcott community and raises funds to help make our school the best it can be.
News and Announcements
PTG Valentine’s Day Plan for Teachers and Staff
The PTG will celebrate our teachers and staff with a sweet Valentine’s treat this year, in lieu of the roses of years past. There will be opportunities to show your love and appreciation for the teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week!
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Grade 5 March Madness Fundraiser
Save the date! Join your friends at Alcott on Friday, March 21 from 5:30-8:30 to cheer on your favorite college basketball teams! In order to raise money, we will charge a small admission fee and have concessions available. Games will be streamed, and there will also be fun activities. All grades are welcome!
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Multicultural Night - TOMORROW!
Alcott’s Annual Multicultural Night is TOMORROW (Friday, February 7th) from 5-6:30 in the Alcott Gymnasium. Come see the Alcott Community present over 15 different cultures and countries.
If anyone would still like to participate, all still welcome. Please reach out to Matt Lech (Matthew.lech@gmail.com).
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Girls on the Run
Girls on the Run is coming to Alcott this spring! We're looking for third, fourth, and fifth grade girls to join our team this season. We meet Tuesdays and Thursdays to complete lessons, games, and workouts that will prepare us for a joyful 5K at the end of our season. See more information here.
Ready to register? Click here.
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Volunteer Opportunities
February Composting at Lunch (Alcott cafeteria): sign up here
Parent Social Silent Auction (volunteer to help or donate items): alcottptgfundraising@gmail.com
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Calendar and Important Dates
Every Wednesday is a Half Day
Feb 7 - Comfy Cozy Day
Feb 7 - Multicultural Night (5-6:30pm in the Gym)
Feb 17 through Feb 21 - February Vacation (No School)
Feb 24 - Classes Resume
March 21 - March Madness Fundraiser
In the Community
Rep. Cataldo/Emerson Diaper Drive
Can you imagine going a day (or even part of a day) without diapers for your child? Did you know that diapers cannot be purchased using federal SNAP (“food stamps”) or the state’s WIC benefits? Families in our community who cannot afford diapers rely on the generosity of nonprofits to obtain this essential and expensive item. From February 3 – 14, State Representative Simon Cataldo and Emerson Hospital are collaborating on a diaper drive for area families in need. You can purchase diapers using the QR code (Amazon.com) or drop them off at the addresses listed in the graphic. All diapers will be distributed to families by First Connections, an area nonprofit.
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PK Dance Center Summer 2025 Sessions
Registration is now open for special weeklong sessions this summer at PK Dance Center (located at 191 Sudbury Road in Concord)! There are 6 weeks to choose from starting the week of June 23 through August 11 and options for ages 4 through 18. Discover each session's unique theme - including, Taylor Swift Eras, Wicked Week, Choreography Week, and more! Each session is Monday-Friday, 9am-1pm every day, with the option to extend to 4pm. Learn more and register here!
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Pianist Ivan Gusev joins the IMSCC faculty this month!
IMSCC welcomes pianist Ivan Gusev! Ivan performs regularly as a solo pianist, chamber musician and church organist, and is a passionate and dedicated educator - learn more here. The Winter-Spring session is just starting up and new students are welcome to sign up! In addition to piano lessons, IMSCC offers lessons for all band and orchestra instruments, voice, guitar, bass guitar, and ukulele. Click here to inquire about lessons. Visit the website for more information. Email Debbie Levine with questions at dlevine@concordcarlisle.org.
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Fowler Library Offerings
Fowler’s Craft Lab: Winter Seed Sow
Wednesday, February 12, 2-4:30pm (all ages, drop in): Join us for a special Craft Lab! We will plant native seeds that require cold weather to germinate in milk jugs. Drop in anytime between 2 and 4:30pm (planting seeds will take about 20 minutes), and you will go home with 2-3 mini-greenhouses with different plants that you will be able to transplant in the spring.
Fowler's Craft Lab: Safe Routes to School Yard Sign Contest
Wednesday, February 19, 4-5pm (ages 14 and under): For this week's Craft Lab, let's talk helmet safety! The Concord Library is proud to be a Safe Routes to School community partner. We will be joined by Massachusetts Safe Routes to School ambassadors and Mothers Out Front to create designs to enter in this year's SRTS yard sign contest.
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Thoreau’s Backyard: Grounds for Play
Hi Alcott families! Have you heard the news? Our community is coming together to help build Thoreau’s Backyard, a brand-new playground at Thoreau Elementary, bringing joy, exploration, and learning to local children. This project is funded entirely by philanthropy. Visit our website to sign up for updates, learn more about our inclusive design, fundraising goals, a list of donors and timeline—and to make a gift!
Each donation, large or small, moves us closer to creating an incredible space for our kids to play, be challenged and make lasting memories. We hope you join us. Please reach out to team@thoreausbackyard with any questions.
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Concord-Carlisle Youth Softball Registration
It is time for spring softball registration! The season runs from the week after April vacation through the first week of June.
Registration will remain open until February 14. Beginning on February 15 there will be a $50 late fee - REGISTER NOW. For a division-by-division breakdown of program structures and schedules, please visit our website.
Please do not hesitate to contact Toni-Lynn Hansen (Softball Director, director.ccybs.softball@gmail.com).
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CCHS Girls Youth Basketball Clinic
On Saturday, February 8 from 9:00-12:00pm, come for a fun basketball clinic and pizza lunch at CCHS with CCHS Varsity Coach Dave Cohen, his coaching staff, and varsity players. The clinic is open to girls grades 1-8. Cost is $60 per participant - all proceeds directly support the program. Register NOW before spots fill up.
No prior basketball experience necessary: the clinic is designed to be both competitive and fun. Players will be broken up appropriately by age/skill level. Please bring clean sneakers and a water bottle. We’ll provide pizza.
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CCYL Girls 1st/2nd Grade Spring Lacrosse
This is an 8-week in-house program on SUNDAYS from 10-11:15 am on the CCHS Upper Grass Field. The first session is April 6 (weather permitting). Players will be grouped by age and ability within the session, to make it a great experience for all. Register here.
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Alcott PTG, 93 Laurel St, Concord, MA 01742, USA
