January 13, Principal’s Update

Dear CMS Families,

We have begun the search for a permanent middle school principal. The position has been posted and the process should be completed by the end of March.

Staff Updates: Ms. Balian, an Art teacher, has been recovering from a medical condition.  We will begin interviews for a long term substitute next week and anticipate a to have the position filled soon.  Mr. Beers is coping with a private matter but is expected to return shortly.  Ms. Oelkers, the Middle School English Department Head is working with Ms. Bigay, an English teacher at Peabody, to ensure there are solid plans for substitutes and that instruction continues uninterrupted.

On February 2nd there is a Curriculum Night at CCHS for all 8th grade parents residing in Concord and Carlisle. Parents will receive information about the programs, activities, and climate of the high school. A tour of the high school will be given at 6:00 pm. The program will begin at 7:00 pm in the CCHS Auditorium.

Plug into Big Savings and Help Our School Win $1000! RSVP NOW for the Cooler Concord Fair www.coolerconcord.org Our school will be able to win up to $1,000 if a significant number of parents attend and take action at the Cooler Concord Fair. The Fair will showcase simple and significant ways to save energy and money.  Community experts and vendors will help you get stuff done quickly and easily.  There will be 10 major exhibits as follows: home weatherization, high-efficiency home heating and cooling, hot water heating, LED lighting, solar power, transportation (including new electric cars), home appliances, sustainable yards, reduce/reuse and eat less meat. Workshops on specific topics will be held throughout the day.

 

String Coffee House January 17, Peabody Forum, 7:00 pm
Peabody World Language 8th-Grade Open House January 20, Peabody WL Classrooms 7:40-8:10 am
Human Sexuality Parent Forum for 8th Grade Parents January 26, Peabody Forum, 7:00 – 8:00 pm
CCHS Curriculum Night – for 8th Grade Parents February 2, CCHS 6:00-9:00 pm

(snow date is February 8th)

Regards,

Drew