March 2024

March 5, 2024 |

Dear Thoreau Families, We hope you had a wonderful February break and are feeling rejuvenated for the remainder of the school year. We kicked off our return with an inspiring all-school meeting where our fourth graders showcased their incredible turtle rescue project—a true testament to their creativity and compassion. As we dive into March, I wanted to highlight some exciting events on the horizon. Also, in the coming weeks, I will be sharing our updated feasibility study campus plan, which is exciting to all and will be an enormous win for our students. We look forward to seeing you at

February 2024

February 5, 2024 |

Thoreau Families, It’s hard to believe we’ve passed the midpoint of the school year and will be celebrating the 100th day of school next week. The highlight of the year for me was certainly our first all-school meeting. Our entire community came together in the cafeteria to celebrate, learn from eachother, and engage in some fun activities. Henry Husky even made an appearance! I’m thrilled to share our excitement about the progress we’ve seen so far this year. Your children have shown incredible dedication to their learning journey, and it’s heartening to see the positive impact of their hard work.

January 2024

January 4, 2024 |

Welcome back to a brand new year filled with endless possibilities and opportunities for growth! I hope your winter break was filled with joy, laughter, and special moments with your children. As we embark on this journey in 2024, I’m so grateful for the partnership we’ve built. Collaboratively, we’ve created a nurturing environment where all students thrive. We’re committed to fostering a school community where every child feels a deep sense of belonging and connectedness. Our shared dedication to providing a supportive and inclusive space is the cornerstone of our success. Our goal is to provide your children with numerous

December 2023

December 5, 2023 |

As we approach the halfway mark of this year, I wanted to take a moment to extend my gratitude to each and every one of you for the incredible partnership we’ve forged thus far. Your support and active involvement have been instrumental in fostering the thriving learning community we have here at Thoreau Elementary. Together, we’ve embarked on a journey that prioritizes joy, excellence, and connectedness. Your dedication to ensuring your child’s attendance, engagement in learning activities, and encouragement at home has made a significant impact on their educational journey. It’s because of our collaborative efforts that we’re witnessing the progress

September 2023

September 25, 2023 |

Thoreau Families, I hope this newsletter finds you well and filled with excitement, as we embark on a new school year together. We’re thrilled to share that our first days at Thoreau have been nothing short of spectacular! The enthusiasm and positive energy that our students and staff have brought to the classrooms and hallways are truly remarkable. From the moment the school doors opened, it was clear that everyone was eager to learn, grow, and create lasting memories. Our students were very busy reconnecting with friends and staff after a fun-filled vacation. Laughter and smiles have been a constant

Thoreau Monthly – March 2023

March 10, 2023 |

I can’t believe it is March already!  Last weekend’s weather aside, spring is right around the corner!  On behalf of the faculty and staff, I would like to express our gratitude for the delicious Taco Tuesday staff appreciation luncheon. The Book Fair is in full swing and our students are thoroughly enjoying browsing and shopping the wide selection of new and used books. Warm thanks to all of our wonderful parent volunteers for your time and for making this event possible. In closing, I would like to take this opportunity to let you know how much I appreciate the support

Thoreau Monthly – December 2022

December 12, 2022 |

On behalf of the faculty and staff I would like to express our gratitude to the PTG, and our parent community at large, for your partnership so far this year! It has been so wonderful to see the return of volunteers, mystery readers, and to simply see parents stopping into the main office and getting the chance to reconnect. Wishing you all a relaxing winter break and a happy and healthy new year! Reminder: Elementary Safety Drills Webinar Tomorrow Please join Detectives Cara Paladino and Derek Rodriguez, Concord Police Department School Resource Officers (SRO), and the Concord Schools’ district leaders for a

Thoreau Monthly – November 2022

November 14, 2022 |

It finally feels like fall is here! It is hard to believe we are only 7 school days away from Thanksgiving break but this time of year is always busy here at Thoreau. Please take a moment to read about some exciting upcoming events below. PTG-sponsored Food Drive: The Food Drive for Open Table begins this week! For those that aren’t familiar with Open Table, it is a local non-profit with a mission to address hunger by providing healthy food in a welcoming environment that respects the dignity and diversity of those served. We will collect items from Monday 11/14

Thoreau Monthly – October 2022

October 11, 2022 |

Partnership with Therapy Dogs International: We are very excited to announce that Thoreau will be piloting a therapy dog program this year! Lester Alloway, our canine friend, has completed an extensive training program and is certified by Therapy Dogs International. Lester and his handler Evy will be visiting our school for roughly an hour each week on Fridays. Nurse Sequeira will be reviewing student health records to ensure compliance with allergy plans and to identify students who are allergic to pet dander. Our plan is to have Lester visit every classroom throughout the year and homeroom teachers will be in

February 10, 2022

February 11, 2022 |

Elementary Progress Reports:  Progress reports will be published through the Aspen Portal in the Published Reports section on the front page of the portal by 4:00 PM on February 18th. If you have multiple children attending Concord Public Schools or Concord-Carlisle High School, each child’s name will appear next to any available reports. Reports can be downloaded and saved as .pdf files if you wish. To access the portal, login from the Parent menu of your child’s school website. A link to request a password reset can also be found at this website or email parentportal@concordps.org. If you have not already done