The Thursday OwL
The Alcott ptg weekly email
March 13, 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
Save the Date!
Please save the date for Alcott Walk to School Day, which will be held on Tuesday, March 25. More details to come!
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Save Another Date!
The Concord school PTGs are hosting a joint forum with the candidates for School Committee and Select Board. Come meet the seven candidates and learn more about their vision and policies. The event will take place on March 31st at CCHS from 7-9PM. Voting Day is April 8th. More details to follow.
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Volunteers: Book Fair Week
Sign up here to volunteer. We are looking for volunteers who are available during the week for classroom visits, as well as volunteers who can help at the Book Fair Open House/Math Night.
Classroom visits to the Book Fair will take place March 25 - 27 during the school day. SAVE THE DATE of Thursday 3/27 for Book Fair Open House and Math Night!! Adults and kids of all ages are invited to check out the Book Fair in the auditorium starting at 4:00 and to participate in a series of math games from around the world in the gym. There will be prizes and lots of fun! Math Night will run from 4:30-6:30. There is no need to sign up in advance!
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Art Fundraiser Updates
Hello families: In the last few weeks your child has created a very special art masterpiece at school that you will have the opportunity to purchase on unique gifts and keepsakes to enjoy for a lifetime (think mugs, keychains, tote bags)! Later this month you will receive a catalogue featuring your child's artwork with more information detailing how you can place your orders. Think of all the treasured gifts you can get for Mother's Day, Father's Day, grandparents' birthdays, etc. And, best of all, a portion of the proceeds from the sales will go right back to Alcott. Stay tuned for more information about this exciting opportunity and let's celebrate all of our incredible artists! Thanks, Alcott’s Fundraising Team
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Like a Good Party? Join the Alcott PTG's Event Committee!
We are looking for some parents who like to plan, organize, and have fun! If that's you, and you are interested in joining the Alcott PTG Event Committee, please email ptgalcott@gmail.com.
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March Madness Fundraiser Reminder
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 of $10 per family and have concessions available (to be purchased separately). Games will be streamed, and there will also be fun activities. All grades are welcome!
Click here to sign up now.
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Concord Rec Spring Alcott Enrichment
Before School Sports: 4/28-6/9 (8-8:50am). Grade 5 on Mondays, Grade 4 on Tuesdays, Grade 3 on Wednesdays, and Grades 1/2 on Thursdays.
Spanish Language & Culture (Grades K-2): Tuesday, 4/29-6/3 (3:30-4:30pm). Students will practice Spanish basics while doing crafts, playing games, singing, and conversing with our experienced teacher.
Minecraft Innovators: Thursday, 5/1-6/5 (3:30-5pm). The ultimate Minecraft city experience! Become a part of our Minecraft community and help us create a spectacular city for future residents.
Kids Test Kitchen: Friday, 5/2-6/6 (3:30-4:30pm). We’re on a mission to get young eaters cooking, tasting, and thinking about healthy ingredients! Let’s continue to redefine kid food; one lesson, and one child at a time!
Click here for more information about each program and to register.
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Substitute Teachers Needed!
Substitute teachers play a vital role in our school community, and currently there is a huge shortage of substitute teachers. This causes a real strain on the day-to-day activities for our teachers, staff and students. If you are Interested in learning more about substitute teaching in Concord, or know a community member who is, please visit this website. To apply to become a substitute teacher, please complete this application. If you do not already have a School Spring account, you will need to create one. Please do not get overwhelmed by the process - it is quite straightforward once you register. Any questions, we encourage you to reach out to humanresources@concordps.org or your individual school(s).
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Volunteer Opportunities
March 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
March 14 - Favorite Activity/Sport/Hobby Apparel Day
March 21 - March Madness Fundraiser
March 25 - Alcott Walk to School Day
March 27 - Math Night and Book Fair Open House
March 31 and April 1 - Grade 4 ELA MCAS
April 3 - Pre-K - 5 Conferences (No School)
April 7 and 8 - Grade 3 ELA MCAS
April 10 and 11 - Grade 5 ELA MCAS
In the Community
THOREAU OF THE DICE Casino Night in support of the Concord Carlisle Foundation
Saturday, April 5, 7:30pm @ Sanctuary, 82 Main Street, Maynard
Join us for poker, blackjack, craps and roulette while indulging in great food and exciting company, all for a good cause!! You'll also have a shot of winning your share of over $25,000 in prizes! Tickets are $100 each - buy yours here. We hope to see you there!
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Meet Graphic Novel Author Shidan Youssefian
Wednesday, March 26 from 3:30-4:30pm in the Children’s Activity Room of the Main Library (129 Main Street, Concord). Meet Shidan Youssefian, the author of the graphic novel series Life Really Socks! Learn about the process of creating graphic novels and then join us for a short activity.
Recommended for kids ages 7+ and caregivers. If your child is ages 7-9, please stay with your child for the entire event. No registration required.
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Concord Rec Spring Programs
April Vacation Program: Tues, 4/22–Fri, 4/25 8am-6pm. Join the fun with games, arts & crafts, and field trips! Field Trip Schedule-Tues: Xtreeme Craze-bounce houses, laser tag, pizza, arcade. Wed: Chunkies-movie and pizza. Thurs: Kings Bowling-pizza/chicken tenders included. Fri: Beede Center swimming-bring your own lunch.
April Professional Day Program: 4/3 from 8am-6pm. Join the fun with arts and crafts, play, activities, and a field trip to Launch Trampoline Park in Leominster. This trip includes 2 hours of jumping and arcade time. Extra spending money is recommended for the arcade.
Click here for more information about each program and to register.
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Summer Music Ensembles with IMSCC!
Summer is coming and IMSCC has a variety of summer music programs! The following ensembles are registering now: Orchestra Summer Program with Anna Anderson; String Chamber Music Ensemble with Sargis Karapetyan; Trombone Choir with Alexei Doohovskoy
You can browse the ensembles and register here.
It's not too late to start private lessons this spring - fill out the inquiry form to begin the enrollment process. Summer Lessons start June 23 - enrollment opens next month, stay tuned. More information here; questions: email dlevine@concordcarlisle.org
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Concord Carlisle Youth Hockey Registration: Evaluations Start 3/18
Registration is open for the CCYH 2025-2026 Travel Season! Evaluations for the 2025-2026 season start on Tuesday 3/18 and are required for placement on a team. Evaluations will take place at Valley Sports on the following dates/times:
-U8 (2017 & 2018): Thurs 3/20 and Thurs 3/27 from 5:40-6:40pm
-U10 (2015 & 2016): Thurs 3/20 and Thurs 3/27 from 6:50-7:50pm
-U12 (2013 & 2014): Thurs 3/20 and Thurs 3/27 from 8:00-9:00pm
-U14 (2011 & 2012): Tues 3/18 and Tues 3/25 from 8:40-9:40pm
Register now at: https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/473415. Registration is required prior to participating in evaluations.
Visit www.ccyh.org for more information or contact Mark Daniel, CCYH Registrar (ccyh.registrar@gmail.com), with any questions.
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Milldam Nursery School Now Enrolling
This cooperative, play-based preschool in Concord Center is accepting applications for the 2025-26 school year. Discover their engaging, interactive classrooms for ages 2 through 5 full of opportunities to learn through play in a dynamic, developmentally appropriate environment. Apply now or reach out to membership@milldamnurseryschool.org to learn more.
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Spring Outside with Kids Naturally
Spring is in the air! Get the kids outside to play like nature intended with Kids Naturally.
Kids Naturally is an experiential outdoor learning program based in W. Concord. Each day at Kids Naturally is an adventure of learning, play, exploration and collaboration inspired by stories and surrounded by nature!
Choose from three different meeting times: Wednesdays, Thursdays or Weekends.
Register Now at Kids-Naturally.com
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Alcott PTG, 93 Laurel St, Concord, MA 01742, USA