By any measure, the first week of school was a raving success. The quiet hallways of July and August were replaced with the energy and enthusiasm of students and staff. CCHS staff returned happy and excited after spending the summer months recharging and preparing for the upcoming school year. It was great to greet our nearly 1300 students from Carlisle, Boston, and Concord.
We had a successful freshmen orientation program that would not have been possible without the hard work and effort of CCHS teachers, Hanna Bruno & Jenna Lashley, along with student and staff leaders. These individuals donate their time and energy to ensure a smooth and fruitful transition for all new students.
Assistant Principals Brian Miller, Leslie Knight and I met with students during the opening day assemblies and talked about the importance of creating a positive school culture where all student and staff contributions are valued. We reminded them that we all contribute to a positive school culture and we must willfully wake up every day with the intention of contributing to the well-being of others.
Click here to see 600 students sing happy birthday to Mr. Miller!
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| Student Leaders for Freshmen Orientation |
Freshmen Orientation
By Hanna Bruno
The Freshman class participated in an orientation led by 40 student leaders designed to be a high-energy, low-stress introduction to high school. The goal of the day was to encourage incoming students to meet members of their class outside of their social group and learn about their school community; to allow freshman students to meet upperclassmen who can serve as valuable mentors, resources, friends, and support; and to familiarize freshmen students with the CCHS campus and their own schedule, all in an effort to help with the transition to high school. The day was busy but fun.On behalf of all members of CCHS, I want to extend a warm and heartfelt welcome to the class of 2021.
Click for video of trust fall
Spectrum
By Bee Loprete
The members of Spectrum, CCHS’s GSA, were eager to help encourage a spirit of inclusion and safety at the school, and thanks to a generous Parents Association grant, we designed a project for Freshmen Orientation that Hanna Bruno, the Freshmen Orientation coordinator, helped us to execute. On Tuesday, August 29th, when the ninth grade met with their Advisory teachers and student leaders, the upperclassmen led a discussion about school climate. Each ninth grader completed the prompt: “Going to a school that feels safe to me means…” on a colorful disk. On Thursday afternoon, members of Spectrum posted the disks in the cafeteria. We hope that the final product brings a sense of joy and community at the start of the school year!
Throughout the year we will spotlight CC teachers. The first addition of teacher spotlight features social studies department member, Joseph Bodenrader.
Click here for Joseph Bodenrader Spotlight
CCHS Social Media
If you are interested in following us on social media, here are the links:
Facebook @concordcarlislehs
Twitter - Mike Mastrullo @MJM_CCHS
Twitter - Brian Miller @CCHSAPMiller
Twitter - Leslie Knight @LPK_CCHS
Instagram @concordcarlislehs
Blogger @cchsmm
Driver Education Parent Sessions
By Jill Asser
Is your teen taking Driver Education? Then you need to take the parent class! This RMV-mandated class covers policies, procedures and the expectations of parents and students. The one-time 2-hour class is free to parents of students in the CCHS Driver Education Program; $20 for parents of students in other programs. Three options: 9/12, 10/18, or 11/16. 7-9 pm at CCHS. Register online at www.concordcarlisleace.org or call 978-318-1432.
Freshmen Orientation Photos
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