Evaluating and celebrating the achievements and accomplishments of CCHS students over any arbitrarily chosen time period will undoubtedly yield some impressive results. The last few weeks are extraordinary even by the loftiest of standards.
In the past few weeks, the CC Weather Club launched a weather balloon and will soon analyze the results after its recovery near the coast of Nova Scotia. The Boys Cross Country team finished 4th in the state capping another remarkable season, and our theater program performed four knockout performances of Shakespeare's The Tempest.
The Boys Soccer Team won a state championship when CCHS senior, Logan Dick scored a goal cementing a double-overtime victory in thrilling fashion. CCHS set an all-time record with 40 students accepted into the MMEA Eastern District Festival; outpacing all schools in our district. Orchestra and band witnessed thirty-two students accepted into districts with a fantastic nineteen All-State Recommendations, a school record.
The volleyball team went undefeated in the small school division of the DCL, and won the overall DCL league with a record of 17-1, finishing 9th in the state in division 1 with a final record of 18-2.
Perhaps the most impressive accomplishment is owned by our Girls Cross Country Team. They capped an undefeated season with a DCL championship and a state championship. Most impressively, it was a complete team effort marked by solid performances by all runners.
With all this success we can anticipate several coaches and students receiving recognition over the course of the next few weeks. Congratulations to Sarah Reichheld, Kyle Jackson, and Carly Blue for being named Globe All-Scholastic, and coaches Hanna Bruno and Ray Pavlik for Coach of the Year honors.
Congratulations to all student-athletes, coaches, and music performers.
Weatherfest & Launch
By Charles Peachey
A few weeks CC Weather Services hosted our first ever Weatherfest event. Pam Gardner from Channel 4 Boston along with folks from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration were on hand to lend support to our bolstering program. There was a balloon launch from the upper turf field as well as an interactive weather themed fair. The event included weather demos, music, some games and a raffle...even a food truck!
National History Bee
9th grader John Griffin recently competed in Boston Area Finals for the National History Bee. Remarkably, John earned second place for the Boston area, competing against kids in the JV section of 9th and 10th graders. He will now be attending the National History Bee in Arlington, VA in March or April 2018. Congratulations, John.
CCCC
By Steve Wells
Check out this short video featuring CCHS graduate Will Palmer ('17) on his experience with the Concord-Carlisle Community Connections (CCCC) program, a career mentoring program: Will Palmer CCCC Promotional Video
Check out this short video featuring CCHS graduate Will Palmer ('17) on his experience with the Concord-Carlisle Community Connections (CCCC) program, a career mentoring program: Will Palmer CCCC Promotional Video
This program is a great and easy way to build up your college profile or just learn about something interesting outside of CCHS. If you want more information about the program, please email me or visit our website: www.cchs-connections.org.
To apply, visit www.cchs-connections.org/apply
"CCHS sophomores, juniors, and seniors are invited to participate in the Concord-Carlisle Community Connections (CCCC) program (www.cchs-connections.org) in the second semester of this school year. This program connects students with community professionals and residents from a varied career fields. The program, which requires only eight hours of meeting time between students and mentors, as well as attendance at a program orientation meeting and final event in May, awards 1.25 credits for successful completion.
This program seeks to provide an improved appreciation for the value of making real-life connections in order to develop life skills and insights into the world outside the classroom. It is expected that student participation in this program will facilitate intergenerational exchanges of ideas and life experiences between students and mentors. These connections provide an opportunity for students to learn more about the challenges and adversities faced by people and organizations in their daily pursuits and the competing choices and sacrifices often required, and the adversity often faced and overcome, in achieving personal and professional goals. Community mentors are encouraged to expose students to notions of the importance of teamwork and collaboration, developing interpersonal and problem-solving skills, building personal networks, the need for personal interaction in the workplace, and appreciating human differences, among other teachings.
If you need further information, please contact Mr. Wells, the CCCC Faculty Coordinator, at swells@concordcarlisle.org." Applications are due by December 14th.
Unite with Light
By Morgan Labadini
Support two great charities and help bring the community together with Unite with Light! Unite with Light is a nonprofit hoping to bring the community together and raise money to be donated to Cradles to Crayons and Harlem Lacrosse. On Sunday, December 10, those who have purchased the Unite with Light kits will light luminaries on their driveways or paths. The luminary kits are $20 and contain 10 white, wax coated paper bags, candles, plastic containers, and tape. Unite with Light was started by CCHS and CMS students and is supported by youth volunteers. We hope this charitable event helps to further unite our community. There are two ways to get involved: kids can help out (while earning community service hours) and families can purchase kits. Please visit www.unitewithlight.org or email: unitewithlight@gmail.com.
Kits are on sale at Crosby's & Ferns.
CCHS Hydroponic Farm
Thanks to the generosity of the Parents Association, CCHS students are enjoying their first harvest from the hydroponic farm. Special thanks to CCHS teachers, Tom Keane and Ray Pavlik for making this excellent opportunity available to students in our Pathways Program.
Carlisle Mosquito Article
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| Photo Credit: Thomas Kim ‘19 |
Twice Told Tales MFA Field Trip
By Alex Spence
On Tuesday, November 14th, Mr. Rivera, Ms. Winkler, and I traveled with the juniors in History & Literature: A Twice Told Tale to the Museum of Fine Arts for a tour of art of the ancient world: Mesopotamia to the Mediterranean. A great deal of the course is centered on the relationship between history and art. The atmosphere aboard the bus to Boston was abuzz with excitement, and when from my seat at the front of the bus I overheard conversations that included “cuneiform” and “Dionysus in pottery,” I knew that we were going to have a fantastic day.
The better part of the day was spent marveling at art that was either created at the same time period or geographic location as the course literature or that depicts scenes from works we’ve read together. Two highlights included an examination of a four-thousand-year-old wax seal of Gilgamesh and a tour of relics from the Golden Age of Greece.
We had a thrilling morning in Boston's world-class museum. Yet, as much as we enjoyed the guided tour, the dessert of the day was an opportunity to work closely with master artists on ceramic techniques of the ancient Mediterranean world. The time spent learning the different materials, artistic methods, and narrative techniques employed by artists over a thousand years ago served as a wonderful entrance into our deeper learning about ancient Greek theatre and culture.
On behalf of History & Literature: A Twice Told Tale, Mr. Rivera and I would like to thank the CCHS Parents Association and the Grant Committee for funding the day’s MFA adventure!
Teacher Tuesday
This week we feature CCHS Math Department Chair, Sue Ravelese. Read on for an excerpt and a link to the full article.
This week we feature CCHS Math Department Chair, Sue Ravelese. Read on for an excerpt and a link to the full article.
What is your favorite part of your job?
My favorite part of teaching is learning along-side my students. I enjoy listening to my students discuss their ideas with other students as they develop their understanding. I particularly like hearing them disagree and enthusiastically try to convince each other that their viewpoint is the correct one. I look forward to my students asking me questions that I need to think about and sharing insights that get me to see things from a different perspective.
Global Literacy Certificate Recipients
By The World Language Department
The Global Literacy Certificate Program at CCH S is a program designed to foster global and cross-cultural awareness in high school students. It aims to support students in acquiring a forward-looking global perspective and gaining cultural competence.
These students listed below have done service learning in cultural settings different from their own and have demonstrated an understanding of the importance of linguistic and cultural competence as well as acquiring skills necessary for communicating effectively with people across geographic, cultural and language divides. In addition, they have a deep appreciation and regard for diversity and the ability to interact respectfully with others at home and around the world.
Presenters: October 19th-- 1) Lisa Owen, 2) Elizabeth (Lili) Shoup, 3) Alejandro Cancio
October 26th-- 4) Carly Blue, 5) Paola Loy, 6) Nancy Jin and Lucy Jin
Google Drive folder containing all 6 Google Slide Presentations: https://drive.g
Google Doc containing student written summary of their presentations
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| From left to right - Charles Wang, David Jiang, Chao Cheng, Kenny Liu. |
Academic Bowl
The Academic Bowl Team recently took part in the WGBH Quiz Bowl Super Sunday qualifying round. The results are not yet in, but we are hoping to advance to the round of 16 for televised shows. Congratulations to the students and faculty adviser, Todd Sawyer.
Pep Band Performs at CROP Walk
By David Gresko
Members of the CCHS Pep Band performed on October 20th at the CROP Walk in Concord. CROP Hunger Walks help to provide food and water, as well as resources that empower people to meet their own needs. From seeds and tools to wells and water systems, the key is people working together to identify their own development priorities, their strengths, and their needs.
Learning Commons Blog
PRISM
By David Gresko
"PRISM" is a non-stop musical kaleidoscope, showcasing the talented student musicians of the Concord Carlisle High School Bands and Orchestras. A variety of musical styles and ensembles will be presented throughout the performing space, creating an interactive experience for the audience. You have never seen a concert like this!
This benefit concert will help fund the Alfred W. Dentino Excellence in Music Fund. Proceeds will help fund:
District and State events
Private Lesson Scholarships
Clinicians and Guest Conductors
Japan 2019 Scholarship Fund
Community & Light
By Deb Smith
I would like to cordially invite the community to our special visiting artist concert featuring renowned song leader, composer, conductor and author Nick Page. It's going to be a wonderful experience for performers and audience alike, as Mr. Page invites all to be a part of the music making. It's free and all are welcome!
“Nick Page is both a natural and a schooled musician, with a boundless enthusiasm and ability for the awakening song. He is a collector of folk tunes from around the world, and a gifted teacher.'" Alice Parker
“The unique Mr. Page was a great success here in New Orleans: I loved the fact that he had the audience singing and dancing along! He had our children’s choir playing instruments, dancing on stage, and everyone had a ball! There was a great sense of community as we all shared the precious gift of music.” Melissa Brocato, Honors Choir Chair for Louisiana ACDA
“Nick Page embraces the whole world in his soul and in his music. He is a skillful, passionate, and respectful interpreter of world music who backs up his work with knowledge and context. As composer, teacher, and song leader, Nick inspires people through song like few others, empowering them in the process.” Emily Ellsworth, Glen Ellen Children’s Choir."
Improv Night
By Ryan Palmer
The CCHS Improv Club Presents: RIOT - an Improv Show at 7pm on December 15th in the Black Box Theater. Tickets are pay what you can at the door. We hope to see you there!
CCHS Newspaper
Defining Family, Music and Movie Reviews, School and National Sports, and More!
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