The Thursday OwL
The Alcott ptg weekly email
June 4, 2026
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
President's Message
It may have felt more like March than May, but that didn’t stop Alcott parents from enjoying a great Parent Social on Saturday night. Thank you to Adam and Ariel Winn for graciously hosting, and to Grace Giles for her outstanding work supporting fundraising and keeping our community informed.
A special shoutout to fundraising chairs Becky Reddington and Ally Flynn and their auction committee, who broke all previous auction records and raised an incredible $15,321 for our school. Every dollar will directly enhance the experience of our students and teachers. Thank you for your generosity and support.
If you’d like to keep the momentum going, join us this Saturday at the Concord Pride Parade. We’d love to have a strong Alcott presence as we support our LGBTQIA+ families, friends, and neighbors.
Thanks, Abby Flanagan, PTG President
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Thank You, Alcott Community!
What an incredible auction! Thanks to the generosity and enthusiasm of the Alcott community, this year’s Silent Auction raised more than double last year’s total, far exceeding our fundraising goals.
These funds will directly support our classrooms and school programs, benefiting students and teachers throughout Alcott. Thank you to everyone who donated, bid, volunteered, and helped spread the word. This record-breaking success reflects the strength and spirit of our amazing community.
With gratitude, The Alcott Elementary Silent Auction Committee and Allison Flynn and Rebecca Redington, Co-Fundraising Chairs
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Celebrate Our Retirees, Mrs. Chatlosh + Mrs. Desmond!
After many years of dedication and hard work, two of our beloved kindergarten teachers - Mrs. Chatlosh and Mrs. Desmond - will be retiring at the end of this school year. The PTG would love your help in celebrating their incredible impact and wishing them well in their next chapter! Here's how:
Give cards, notes, or student artwork! There are drop boxes in the main office.
Contribute to a school-wide retirement gift! Any amount is appreciated, and participation is entirely optional.
Thank you for helping us recognize and honor Mrs. Chatlosh and Mrs. Desmond for all they have given to Alcott over the years!
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METCO Family Friends Year-End Ice Cream Social
MFF wraps up a great year together with one final celebration on the Alcott playground. We’ll meet up on Wednesday, June 10 from 12:45-3pm for pizza, ice cream, and playground fun. Please RSVP here by Sunday, June 7th. We can't wait to see you there!
Please note: This is not a drop-off event. Parents/guardians, please plan to join us as a chaperone. We could use your help handing out pizzas and scooping ice cream - or arrange for another adult to supervise for the afternoon. Contact Solange Benjamin at sbenjamin@concordps.org if you have any questions or concerns.
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Alcott K-5th Grade '25-'26 Yearbook
If you ordered an Alcott K-5th grade '25-'26 yearbook, they will be distributed on Friday June 5th. Please keep an eye out in your child's backpack for your order. If you have any order questions, please reach out to alcottyearbookconcord@gmail.com.
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From the Library
Please return all checked-out materials to the library by tomorrow, June 5th. If you are unable to find any items, please replace or send in a check payable to "Alcott Lost Book Fund" so that we may replace the items.
The Library Book Swap runs through June 12th. During class library time, students can exchange 1-3 books from home (elementary school age-appropriate and in gently used condition) that they no longer want for books that other students have swapped.
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Concord Pride
Join fellow Alcott families and allies as we march in this year's Concord Pride parade this Saturday, June 6! We will meet outside the Umbrella Arts Center at 9:45am. The parade kicks off at 10am and travels from the Umbrella to the flagpole in Monument Square. Wear your most festive Pride gear and show support for our LGTBQIA+ friends and neighbors!
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Remember to Order School Supplies and Alcott Magnets!
Click here to purchase your child's supplies for next year (select the grade they will be in for 2026-2027. Please consider purchasing an extra kit or 2 to donate for those in need. Deadline to order is July 1.
Show your Alcott love this spring with a car magnet! Order yours by filling out this form. We'll send them home with your child within a week! $7 each; sale proceeds support the Alcott PTG.
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Volunteer Opportunities
See all of our current volunteer opportunities here.
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Calendar and Important Dates
Every Wednesday is a Half Day
June 5 - Alcott School T-Shirt Spirit Day
June 5 - PTG Sponsored In-School Ice Cream Party
June 10 - MFF Ice Cream Social (12:45-3pm)
June 12 - Fifth Grade Moving-On Ceremony
June 14 from 3pm-5pm: Meetup for Incoming Kindergarteners (Alcott Playground)
June 17 - Clap Out and Last Day of School
August 30 from 10am-12pm: Meetup for Incoming Kindergarteners (Alcott Playground)
In the Community
Pink Shirt Initiative for Kicks for Cancer
Kicks for Cancer is celebrating its 20th anniversary this September! To help ensure that every child attending Concord and Carlisle schools can participate in this beloved community tradition, the Concord Carlisle Foundation is partnering with the Kicks for Cancer team to help provide pink Kicks shirts to students who may not be able to purchase one. To support this effort, we are collecting gently used pink Kicks shirts of all sizes. Questions? Contact Melissa Karczewski at melissa@concordcarlislefoundation.org.
Drop-Off Dates
Community Closet Pink Shirt Collection Day — June 6
Concord Carlisle Foundation Office Drop-Off Days — August 25–27 (9-3pm) and September 1–3 (9-3pm)
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Milldam Nursery School Ducky Fair (New Date!)
Emerson Field on Sunday, June 14th, 10AM-12PM. Free family event with train rides, crafts, games and more! Open to all. Visit our website to learn more.
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LARP Adventure Program
LARP Adventure program is running a summer camp at the Scout House from June 15-18 and June 22-26! LAP runs Live-Action Roleplay programs for kids in grades 3-8 centering around outdoor teamwork games, STEAM projects, collaborative storytelling, and imaginative play. As the longest-running LARP Camp in New England, LARP Adventure Program is the perfect program for the adventurous, creative kid! Register now at https://bit.ly/LARPCONCORD.
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West Concord Porchfest
West Concord Porchfest Saturday, June 13 1:00–5:00. A free, family-friendly music festival will be filling West Concord Village and the surrounding streets with music on Saturday, June 13, from 1-5 PM (rain date: 6/14). Grab a map at an event hub (the Harvey Wheeler Center and Thoreau School) and check out over 50 musical acts. Park at the MBTA lot or on local streets. Info at: WestConcordPorchfest.org.
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SEPAC UPDATES
SEPAC Board Meeting & Voting - June 8th at 7pm - Zoom to Follow
DESE is asking for your help in a brief but vital effort to redesign the DESE Family Portal. They want to ensure the next version of this portal truly reflects the needs of Commonwealth families. Simply click this poll link or these multilingual social media post images. It takes less than a minute to complete.
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Crafted Together Events
Crafted Together has several upcoming events! Of particular note, is the Tiny Treasures workshop on 6/12 and our One year anniversary celebration on 6/14. Please see attached for a list of events and workshops. We hope you will join us! https://www.craftedtogetherma.com/
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CFPL Reading Dragons Program
Sara Dempster, Head of Youth Services at the Concord Free Public Library, is excited to share that they are launching the third season of the Summer Reading Dragons program! The program is fantastic, and kids really connect with it! Participation in Reading Dragons is a wonderful way for students and families to inspire and support summer reading. Here is a short video explaining the program. (Click “Preview” for it to play as a video.)
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Sprinkle & Create
Join Sprinkle & Create this spring and summer for hands-on cookie decorating, edible art, and beginner cooking workshops for kids! Looking for a unique party idea? Contact hello.sprinkleandcreate@gmail.com to learn more about private events and DIY cookie kits. See attached FLYER for upcoming workshops! Details + Registration:
Sprinkle & Create Registration Page
Sprinkle & Create x Happy on Main Registration
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IMSCC Summer and Fall Lessons and Ensembles are Enrolling Now!
Join us this summer for private lessons! Lessons with IMSCC's expert faculty take place at CCHS and the Carlisle school. Scheduling is flexible. Fall semester private lessons begin in September. To begin the enrollment process for summer or fall, please fill out the lesson inquiry form. IMSCC also offers summer ensembles and workshops as well as small group lessons in the fall. Click here for more info and to register. Email Laryssa at ldoohovskoy@concordcarlisle.org with any questions.
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Useful Links
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