The Thursday OwL
The Alcott ptg weekly email
December 18, 2025
METCO Family Friends Outing at Launch Trampoline Park
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
Lost and Found Reminder
The Lost and Found at Alcott is overflowing! All items not claimed by December 23 will be donated.
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Message from the President
Happy Holidays, Alcott Families and Staff!
As we wrap up the year, I want to send warm wishes from the PTG to each of you. Thank you for the many ways you’ve supported our school community this fall — through your time, generosity, and encouragement for our teachers and students.
Wishing you a joyful holiday break filled with rest, fun, and special moments with family and friends. We look forward to seeing everyone refreshed in the New Year! With gratitude, Abby Flanagan
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Calendar and Important Dates
Every Wednesday is a Half Day
December 19 - PJ, Stuffy, Movie Day during school (3-5)
December 22 - PJ, Stuffy, Movie Day during school (K-2)
December 23 - Match with Friends Spirit Day
December 23 - Half Day (no Concord Recreation after school)
December 24 - January 4 - Winter Recess
January 5 - Classes Resume
In the Community
Alcott Girl Scouts: Cookie Booth Saturday!
Second and third grade Brownies from Alcott will be selling cookies this Saturday, December 20 in front of Crosby’s from 11-5. Stop by to support our Brownie troops!
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CC Youth Field Hockey Clinics
Focused on building and reinforcing foundational skills, our Winter Clinics are appropriate for new and experienced players. The clinics will be professionally coached, allowing for targeted instruction and plenty of individual attention. CCYFH aims to grow the sport and foster a love of the game in a safe, supportive and fun environment. Register here.
Please contact ccyfieldhockey@gmail.com with any questions.
Mon @ Ripley Gym: Grades 3-5 (6:30-7:20pm); Grades 6-8 (7:30-8:20pm)
Thurs @ Ripley Gym: Grades 3-5 (5:00-5:50pm); Grades 6-8 (6:00-6:50pm)
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Concord Rec News
New Enrichment Programs: Please find info here.
Concord Rec is hosting its first-ever Open House. Find more info here.
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Free Workshops at CCM
Elevate your musical passion this winter with the Concord Conservatory of Music's series of free workshops! From composition and recording techniques to dynamic bucket drumming and rhythmic exploration, these events offer accessible, hands-on learning for all ages, taught by our expert faculty. Join us to connect with music, expand your skills, and see what your support makes possible for our growing community. More info can be found here.
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CCYL Registration
Registration is now open for the Concord-Carlisle Girls Youth Lacrosse program! Sign up by January 31, 2026. The season runs early April to early June, with practices on Tuesdays and Thursdays and games on Sundays. Our program focuses on instruction and welcomes all girls Grades 1-8, with or without experience. We proudly partner with Revolution Lacrosse to provide professional coaching throughout the season. For more information and to register, click here!
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Sudbury Camp Fair
Join us on Sunday, January 11 from 11am-2pm at Lincoln-Sudbury High School for the 24th annual Sudbury Camp Fair, featuring kids’ activities, giveaways, and raffles for free or discounted weeks of camp. Meet summer camp representatives, explore programs for all ages, and get expert guidance to help plan your child’s summer. Learn more and check out our online camp directory at www.sudburycampfair.org.
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CCYS Registration
Registration is open for CCYS Winter Futsal & Spring 2026 Travel and Intown Soccer. Travel soccer is open to players in grades 3-8. The travel registration deadline is January 9th. Intown soccer is open to players in grades Pre-K through 4. The intown registration deadline is March 20th. Info can be found at: http://www.ccysoccer.org. CLICK HERE to register.
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IMSCC Music Lessons - Enrollment Open for Winter-Spring Session!
New students are invited to sign up now for the Winter-Spring session. Lessons for all band and orchestra instruments, voice, piano, guitar, electric bass, and ukulele. Group Lessons are available for clarinet, violin/viola, and flute. New students, please fill out this form to begin the enrollment process. Continuing students are automatically enrolled in the next session. Visit the website for more information; email Laryssa Doohovskoy with questions at ldoohovskoy@concordcarlisle.org.
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SEPAC Hours and Updates
SEPAC Office Hours: Office hours are held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month from 11-12:30 in the Main Library in the cafe area.
December SEPAC Coffee: Come join SEPAC Board Members for a coffee and chat on 12/18 from 9-11am at Saltbox Kitchen (84 Commonwealth Ave, Concord).
December Board Meeting: There is no board meeting this month as everyone's schedules are packed!
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