Concord High School
Parent & Student Back to School Updates: August 2021
Message from Your Proud Principal- Mark Mayer
I hope you all had a chance to enjoy the summer and breathe after the 2020-21 school year. Things are looking up for 2021-22! Although we will need to start the year in masks, we anticipate a fairly normal school year otherwise. All instruction will be in person. The Brandywine School District is not offering a virtual option.
I know our staff cannot wait to see all of our students next week! This year our focus is Ubuntu: I Am, Because We Are! We will focus on kindness, compassion, and connectedness.
As always, we follow The Concord Way: Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Resilient
The best way to obtain up-to-date information is to look on our school website: https://www.brandywineschools.org/concord
We are also improving our Facebook and Instagram posts. Please follow us at:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/ConcordRaiders
IG: @concordraiders
Next Week's Schedule:
- Monday, August 30, 2021- 9th and 12th Grade students ONLY (10th and 11th grade students DO NOT report)
- Tuesday, August 31, 2021- ALL Students report to CHS (9th, 10, 11th & 12th Graders)
- Wednesday, September 1, 2021- ALL Students report to CHS (9th, 10, 11th & 12th Graders)
- Thursday, September 2, 2021- ALL Students report to CHS (9th, 10, 11th & 12th Graders)
See below for important information. We look forward to seeing our students next week!
Go Raiders!
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Ubuntu: I Am, Because We Are
Concord Vision & Mission
Our Mission: To develop genuine relationships in an effort to connect the school community.
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Important Dates
- Aug 24- Homeroom lists posted on main doors, Tours of Building 6:00pm- 8:00pm, Chromebook Distribution 6:00pm- 8:00 pm
- Aug 30- First Day of School- 9th and 12th Graders ONLY (senior sunrise on football field)
- Aug 31- ALL Students report to CHS
- Sept 6 - Labor Day- Schools and Offices Closed
- Sept 7 - Schools Closed- Offices Open- Rosh Hashana
- Sept 16 - Schools Closed-offices Open- Yom Kippur
- Sept 21- Open House
- Sept 25- Homecoming
- Oct 8 - - Schools Closed, Offices Open- State Professional Development Day, Teacher's Report
- Oct 13- SAT/PSAT
- Oct 15- Parent/Teacher Conferences, Schools Closed, Teachers Report
- Oct 28- SAT Make-up
- Nov 10- End of First Marking Period
- Nov 11- Veteran's Day- Schools and Offices Closed
- Nov 12- Schools Closed- Teacher Professional Responsibilities Day
- Nov 22- Nov 16- Schools Closed (Office Closed on 11/25-11/26 ONLY)
- Dec 8- District PD Day- Students are Asynchronous
- Dec 22- 31- Schools Closed (Offices Closed 12/23, 12/24 & 12/31 ONLY)
Click here for the entire BSD District Calendar: https://www.brandywineschools.org/site/Default.aspx?PageID=5287
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Returning to School- Homeroom, Schedules & Meals
Tours of the building, a Food Truck fundraiser, and Chromebook distribution for new students will also take place on Tuesday, August 24, 2021 between 6:00pm- 8:00 pm (see below for more information).
On the first student days, students will be greeted by their homeroom teacher. Student class schedules will distributed on the first student day.
Breakfast and lunch are provided everyday for FREE to ALL students. Menus are accessible on the district website.
If you have questions regarding student attendance, please contact LaShieka Smith, lashieka.smith@bsd.k12.de.us
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District/School Re-Opening Plan & Use of ESSER Funds
Plan: http://www.proud2b-bsd.com/
Video of Superintendent's Message: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R94e3iDb7Pw
Please read the District's ESSER Funds plan: https://www.brandywineschools.org/cms/lib/DE50000195/Centricity/Domain/4/BSD%20Initial%20ESSER%20II%20and%20III%20Plan%20Overview_6.21.21.pdf
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Schedules
When students return, the Counseling Team will prioritize student schedules in this order:
First Week:
- Any student who is missing a REQUIRED course
- Any student who is in the wrong level course
Second Week:
- Any student who wants/desires to make a change
If you have questions for our school counseling team, please email the counselor directly. School Counselors are assigned to student based on the student's last name.
Michele Alivernini (student last name E-K) michele.alivernini@bsd.k12.de.us
Kyle Gaffney (student last name L-R) kyle.gaffney@bsd.k12.de.us
Greg Mitchell (student las name A-D) greg.mitchell@bsd.k12.de.us
Karen Roskovensky (student last name S-Z) karen.roskovensky@bsd.k12.de.us
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Technology Update- Chromebooks Required Everyday!
All students, who were issued a BSD Chromebook last year, must bring that Chromebook to school everyday. Please remember to have your Chromebook charged and ready to go!
If your student is new to the Brandywine School District and/or their Chromebook is broken, you may come to Concord on Tuesday, August 24, 20121 between 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm to pick-up a new Chromebook. Additionally, we will have a pick-up and exchange process ready on the first student day.
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Upcoming Activities
Food Truck Fundraiser- Benefitting the Class of 2022 - ALL are Welcome!
The Class of 2022 is hosting a Food Truck Fundraiser here at CHS! Please join us for great food and a chance to reconnect!
Date: Tuesday, August 24, 2021
Time: 6:00pm- 8:00 PM
Place: Concord High School
Tours of the Building & Homeroom Lists
Time: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Place: Concord High School
Homeroom lists will be posted on the doors. The building will also be open for tours.
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Questions about Student Medication and/or Health Needs
COVID-19 Health Screenings are required prior to sending your child to school. Please screen your child using the COVID -19 Screening Protocols: http://www.proud2b-bsd.com/health-screening.html
If your child is symptomatic, has a possible exposure, or a positive diagnosis, please keep them home and contact Nurse Weaver.
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Check out what's happening with athletics!
If you have questions about athletics at CHS, please contact our Athletic Director, Mr. Larry Jacobs, laurence.jacobs@bsd.k12.de.us
CLICK the RED Bar BELOW to see the Fall Schedule for all sports!
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Transportation Updates
Bus Stop locations and times are being mailed to families directly from the Transportation Office
If you have questions regarding transportation, please contact the Transportation Office at (302) 762-7181
Where's The Bus App-- Are you interested in following your child's bus via an App on your phone or tablet?
Watch the video about the app here: https://youtu.be/O0V9qDo1Xn4