The Thursday OwL
The Alcott ptg weekly email
May 29, 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
As Pictured Above, the Alcott Online Auction is Live! Click the Link Below to Start Bidding Today!
https://friendsofconcordcarlisle.schoolauction.net/2025alcottauction/
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Alcott Parent Social
The Annual Alcott Parent Social will be Saturday June 7th. Tickets are $30 per person and can be purchased using this link. Food will be provided by Amigos Locos taco truck (included in your ticket purchase!). The event is BYOB. The event location will be disclosed with the purchase of your ticket. We look forward to gathering as a community at the social!
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MFF Ice Cream Social
On Wednesday, June 11 from 12:30-3pm, METCO Family Friends will wrap up a great year together with one final group play date on the Alcott playground. MFF families, please keep an eye on your inbox for an email with the Google form to RSVP. We hope to see you there for pizza and ice cream!
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Ice Cream Party June 6th - Remember to Complete Form!
On Friday, June 6th, the Alcott PTG is hosting an ice cream social for all grades immediately after lunch. If your child has an allergy, there will be Luigi's Italian Ice as an allergy friendly option. If needed, a frozen treat can also be brought from home that meets your student's allergy needs. Please label this product with your child's first & last name and teacher. This item will be stored in the nurse's office until your student's time at the event.
If you haven’t already, please complete this form that was sent home by your child’s teacher to give your child permission to participate and to indicate whether they need an alternative to ice cream. Please complete it by tomorrow (Friday, May 30th) so the PTG has enough time to place the order with Bedford Farms. Thank you!
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Library Book Swap and Returns
May 23rd was the last day for book checkout. Please return all books to the library by June 6th. If you can't find any items, please replace them or send in a check payable to "Alcott Lost Book Fund" so that we may replace them.
The Library Book Swap will run until June 6th. During class library time, students can exchange 1-3 books from home that they no longer want (elementary school age appropriate and in gently used condition) for books that other students have swapped.
Thank you for supporting the Alcott Library.
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School Supplies 2025-2026
We’ve partnered with 1st Day School Supplies again to make shopping for your child’s supplies super easy! Just click here and purchase your child’s supplies for next year (select the grade they will be in for 25-26) and it will be delivered to your child’s classroom at Alcott before school starts in August. Please consider purchasing an extra kit or 2 to donate for those in need. Order deadline is July 1.
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5th Grade Spring Fair is Tomorrow!
The Spring Fair is tomorrow - Friday, May 30! It will be held during the school day. The Spring Fair is organized by the 5th graders to raise money and to provide a fun morning out in the sunshine for the whole school. Please have your kids dress appropriately with sneakers and have them bring a small bag for any prizes they collect. Each class will rotate into the fair for 30 minutes. This year we are doing pre-order ticket sales that will be $8 per student (no need to bring small change!), and kids will be able to play as many games as the time permits. K-4 students can purchase their Spring Fair tickets HERE.
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A Year, a Month, a Day, an Hour?
Fifth grade parents—middle school is just around the corner! As you enjoy these elementary school moments, we invite you to start thinking about getting involved with the CMS PTG.
Learn more about the CMS PTG Committees here.
We’re currently looking for volunteers—especially for VP of Communication, VP of School Community Engagement, and subcommittee roles. Whether you have a lot of time or just a little, your help matters and directly supports your child’s experience at CMS.
To get started, email Adrienne Principe, fill out this interest form, or sign up to meet with us!
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Green Art Bags
Please be on the lookout for any green Art Bags that you might have at home and send them back in with your students. Thank you!
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Volunteer Opportunities
Library Volunteers for the 25-26 School Year: Keep the library running smoothly! Choose a day to check in and shelve books from 8:50-9:15am. If you are interested and can commit to a weekly spot for the year, please email korourke@concordps.org. Thanks!
May Composting at Lunch (Alcott cafeteria): sign up here
Substitute Teachers Needed: If you are Interested in learning more about substitute teaching in Concord, please visit this website. To apply to become a substitute teacher, please complete this application.
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Calendar and Important Dates
Every Wednesday is a Half Day
May 30 - Spring Fair (during school hours)
June 6 - Alcott T-Shirt Day/Ice Cream Party/All Books Should be Returned!
June 7 - Parent Social (link for tickets)
June 11 - METCO Family Friends Ice Cream Social
June 13 - 5th Grade Moving Up Ceremony
June 16 - Last Day of School (half day) and 5th Grade Clap Out
In the Community
Library Book Sale Sign Up
It’s that time of year again! We need your help for the biggest book sale in town. That’s right! The Library Book Sale is on Saturday June 14 from 10-3pm on the Main Library lawn. Come and help us raise money for our historic library’s wonderful programs. Sign up here!
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Girls Soccer Clinic with CCHS Team
We’re excited to invite girls in 3rd through 8th grade to a special Soccer Skills Clinic hosted by the Concord Carlisle Women’s Soccer Team — this year’s DCL champions!
This is a fantastic opportunity for young athletes to learn from some outstanding high school soccer players, improve their skills, and have fun on the field!
Clinic Details
Date: Saturday, June 7, 2005
Time: 3-5pm
Location: CCHS Memorial Field
Who Can Attend: Girls in Grades 3-8
Cost: $25/player suggested donation
What to Bring: Cleats, shin guards, water bottle, and a great attitude!
Our high school athletes and coaches will lead the clinic, offering personalized tips and fun drills that help build confidence and love for the game. Register here! Spots may be limited - sign up early!
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Annual Town Meeting June 2
The 2025 Annual Town Meeting has been scheduled to begin on Monday, June 2, 2025 at 6:30 PM at Concord-Carlisle High School, 500 Walden Street and to continue subsequent evenings as needed. The full Annual Town Meeting Calendar can be viewed here. The 2025 Annual Town Meeting Warrant can be found here.
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SEPAC Weekly Office Hours
SEPAC holds weekly office hours at the Concord Main Library in the cafe area. These take place every Tuesday from 11am-12:30pm, except for the third Tuesday of each month when they take place from 6-8pm. Office hours provide an opportunity to talk in person with a member of the SEPAC Board to help answer any special education questions and get parent-to-parent support. All are welcome!
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Join the Alcott PTG
Discover all the ways both working and non-working parents and guardians are needed to support our wonderful staff, students, and families. Have something to offer that you don’t see listed there? There’s a place for you to submit that info as well! We hope to hear from you! Please reach out to ptgalcott@gmail.com if you are interested.
Alcott PTG, 93 Laurel St, Concord, MA 01742, USA
