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Continued Pause on all Professional Days
From the Superintendent's Office Dear Staff The district continues to experience a significant shortage of substitutes making it very difficult to cover classrooms. On occasion we have recruited volunteers and non-teaching personnel to help us out. We are grateful to those who have stepped up to help during this critical time. Given the situation we face, I am continuing the pause on all professional days including in-house meetings (excluding IEP/504 meetings) that require coverage through June 17th. Student learning is and aways will be our priority and I appreciate all you can do to support this effort. If you have any questions, please reach out to your Building Administrator for clarification. Sincerely, Kathleen 38 Liberty Street, Concord, NH 03301 (603) 225-0811 concordinfo@sau8.org
Thursday, May 15 2025
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Superintendent Update - Screenagers tonight, resourc...
Concord families & staff – We are in the home stretch with 23 days of school left this year. There is so much great work happening in our schools. I’d like to thank the PTOs for recognizing our teachers and staff during Teacher Appreciation Week. Your support is greatly appreciated! Testing is a big part of the end of year, with most students taking statewide assessments or Advanced Placement exams. Several schools have seen tremendous gains in student learning which is a reflection of the hard work of our students, families and staff. This message includes: Important Dates Screenagers – May 14 & May 20 Resources for Families Important Dates May 26 – Memorial Day June 14 – Concord High School Graduation at 10am June 17 – Last day of school Screenagers – May 14 & May 20 Our students are growing up in a vastly different world than we experienced. Technology offers tremendous educational opportunities and connectivity as well as many challenges, from social media use and mental health issues. Tonight’s movie covers mental health and “Screenagers Under the Influence” covers substance misuse. Each movie is followed by a panel discussion & Q&A. Wednesday, May 14 – Screenagers Next Chapter – Mill Brook School – 6 to 8pm Tuesday, May 20 – Screenagers Under the Influence – Concord High School – 6 to 8pm Resources for Families & Students The district is fortunate to have many community partners that offer services that support and enrich our students and families. Concord Football Youth Football Clinic – June 1 The Concord High School Football program will be offering a non-contact youth football clinic for students in grades K-8 on Sunday, June 1 from 9am to Noon. See the attached flyer for details. Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains The Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains invite girls in grades K–3 to "Spring into Girl Scouts!"—a monthly series filled with hands-on activities, badge-earning, and meaningful community service. It's a fun and welcoming way to build new skills, make friends and give back. Learn more at Spring into Girl Scouts . Enjoy the weather. Kathleen Superintendent
Wednesday, May 14 2025
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Resources for Families - Farm Expo, Summer Camps
The district is fortunate to have many community partners that offer services that support and enrich our students and families. NH Farm Expo The New Hampshire Farm, Forest and Garden Expo, held during vacation week, is a great opportunity for students to discover the many different pathways into agriculture, forestry, gardening and conservation. The expo is free for students 12 and under. More information can be found at www.nhfarmandforestexpo.org CHS Tide Cheer Camp Cheer camp will be held this summer for students in grades 1 -8 at Rundlett Middle School. Scholarships are available. Learn more at: Tide Cheer Youth Camp- 2025 Crimson Tide Summer Basketball Camp Basketball camp will be held this summer at for students grades 3-9 at Rundlett Middle School and Abbot-Downing. Scholarships are available. Learn more at Crimson Tide Basketball Camp Registration Have a great break!!
Friday, Apr 25 2025
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Superintendent Update
From the Superintendent's Office 1/9/2024 Concord f amilies – We had our first real snowstorm last weekend , and it looks like w e’r e hitting an active weather pattern. Just a reminder that calls about school closings or delays will be made in the morning. Please make sure that your settings in P arentSquar e are u p-to-dat e . Directions are included at the bottom of this message. This message includes: NH Kid Governor Program Attendance No School Monday , January 15 - Martin Lu thur King Jr. Day No School for Students – Tuesday, January 23 – NH Primary Mobile Food Pantry – January 26 NH Kid Governor Program Today, Levi Wilson, a fifth-grader at Beaver Meadow School, was sworn in as a member of the NH Kid Executive Council at the NH State House. Fifth-grade students from around the state vote for a Kid Governor and seven members of the Executive Council each year . The program teaches students about state government, the history and process of voting and active participation in civic life. Levi’s platform is kindness and inclusion . Congratulations to Levi and all the students that were sworn in today. Attendance Consistent school attendance is important for our students and school community. We’ve seen an increase in students missing many days of school beyond the regular sick days. Please make every effort to get your child to school. Too many missed school days impacts the ability to read, build math skills and build relationships. Please reach out to your child’s school nurse, counselor or principal if you need addition al support. Remember – everyday counts. No School - Martin Luthur King Jr. Day The is no school on Monday, January 15 in honor of Martin Luthu r King Jr. Dr. King’s belief to changing the world through non-violence is just as important today as it was fifty years ago. No School for Students – Tuesday, January 23 – NH Primary The NH primary will be held on Tuesday, January 23. With voting held in the schools, there is no school for students. Staff will participate in professional development . Mobile Food Pantry – Friday, January 26 On Friday, January 26, t he NH Food Bank wil l distribute truckloads of food to families and individuals at 31 College Drive, in parking lot A/B at New Hampshire Technical Institute (NHTI). This is a drive- thru event. No proof of income or residence is needed. Kathleen Superintendent Calendar January 15 – Martin Luther King Jr. Day – No School January 23 – NH Primary – No School for Students ----------------------------------------- Updates to Parent Square - Directions ParentSquare is our district messaging tool and allows you to select HOW you would like to receive messages. Each school and the district use ParentSquare for general information and emergencies. To update your contact information : Contact the main office at your child’s school OR Sign into ParentSquare On the left panel, select “Edit Contact Info” to update phone numbers and email The school will review any requests and update them in PowerSchool To update your notifications : Sign into ParentSquare Select your name in the upper right corner Select “Notification Settings” to choose between email, texting or app notifications Please note that texting AND phone calls will be used during an urgent or emergency situation . If you have any questions, please contact your child’s school for assistance . 38 Liberty Street, Concord, NH 03301 (603) 225-0811 concordinfo@sau8.org
Tuesday, Jan 09 2024
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CSD AFTERNOON AND EVENING ACTIVITIES ARE CANCELLED F...
From the Superintendent's Office \ All afternoon and evening activities are cancelled for today due to the impending storm and driving conditions. This includes the 21C program and all ski programs. 38 Liberty Street, Concord, NH 03301 (603) 225-0811 concordinfo@sau8.org
Tuesday, Jan 09 2024
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