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Superintendent's Message

Ages 5-12 Vaccine Clinic Information November 10 and 17

November 5, 2021

Dear Families of Children ages 5-12:

As mentioned, the local health officials have been planning for a COVID vaccine clinic for children ages 5-12.  Due to the amount of interest, two vaccine clinics are now scheduled to be held sooner than originally anticipated.  Below you will find the date, time and location of the clinics offered for the first shot and the link to register your child.  The second round of clinics will be available in early December with information to be forthcoming.  The required consent forms are attached.  Please print, complete, and bring the two forms to the vaccination appointment.  A parent must attend the clinic with the child.

I am again so appreciative of the ongoing collaboration with the local health leaders.

Best,

Laurie

 

Wednesday, November 10, 2021
Alcott Elementary School, 93 Laurel St, Concord, MA from 4pm – 9pm
Link to register:  https://concord-1110.youcanbook.me/

Wednesday, November 17, 2021
Alcott Elementary School, 93 Laurel Street, Concord, MA from 1pm – 6pm
Link to register:  https://concord-1117.youcanbook.me/

 

Revised Symptom Screener Protocol

November 2, 2021

Dear Families:

Given the low case counts and high vaccination rates at the middle and high schools, we are suspending the use of the symptom screener to report a lack of symptoms.  Please do still use it if your child is symptomatic.

I hope you enjoy one less thing to do and no more nagging reminders if you did not do it.  We are very appreciative of your cooperation.

Best,

Laurie

 

 

Updates October 31, 2021

October 31, 2021

Dear Families:

Happy Halloween to those who celebrate!  The mild, dry night will hopefully make for a fun, safe time for all.

This Week’s Spotlight

Among the many ways that we partner with parents, the most formal is the well-established Parent Teacher Groups (PTG) and the CCHS Parents Association.  These organizations provide ongoing opportunities for students throughout the many programs and activities that they provide either through their logistical leadership, fiscal subsidies or both.  It is without a doubt that the PTG and PA groups help to make our schools thriving, vibrant environments for all students.  Below are links to all of their webpages so you can peruse their activities and consider volunteering or donating.  The PTG and PA touch every child.  In addition to the groups below, the Concord Integrated Preschool also is supported by its own PTG.  The pandemic has had a significant impact on these groups, their activities, and fundraiser.  We applaud their flexibility and resilience!

Alcott PTG

Thoreau PTG

Willard PTG

Concord Middle School PTG

Concord Carlisle High School Parents Association

 

COVID Updates

Last week, we had 2 positive student cases both as a result of pool testing:  1 Willard, 1 Thoreau.  This brings our total case count to 35 so far this year.  The COVID Dashboard is live and kept current at all times.

Last week, the Department of Elementary and Secondary education extended the mask mandate through January 15.  We expect to begin utilizing the symptom screener only for symptomatic students later this week.  Please watch for an update.

As mentioned, if you believe your child(ren) would participate in a vaccine clinic on November 20 and December 11, please indicate your interest through this brief survey which closes on Friday.  The link to the survey is found here.

Honor Your Hometown Video

Concord has several submissions in the Ken Burns Honor Your Hometown project.  The schools are thrilled to see two of our own special Concord Minutemen marching and playing during the video: Carl Sweeney, Willard Head Custodian, and John Arena, Transportation Manager.  The video where they are showcased is found here.  They also made NBC news about the project in this clip.

Challenge Success Parent Article

Our schools have been members of Challenge Success for many years.  We are actively engaged this year as we emerge from the pandemic.  Challenge Success is an organization out of Stanford University focused on “transforming the student experience by promoting well-being and learning engagement”.  This article, Tips for Raising Well-Balanced Kids,  offers guidelines for parents to help with those same goals.

Enjoy the beautiful night together!

Best,

Laurie

 

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