The Raider Reader Vol.2

Dear Concord Families,

As October moves along, I am proud of the work our students are doing academically and the positive choices they are making throughout the school day. Their focus, effort, and respectful behavior are helping create a school environment where students can learn and succeed. A special thank-you to our teachers, whose hard work, thoughtful instruction, and commitment to students make this progress possible.

Arriving on time is essential to maintaining this momentum. Students should arrive at school by 7:15 a.m. and be seated in their first class by 7:30 a.m. Being present from the start helps students receive important directions, participate fully, and establish a strong foundation for the day.

With the end of the marking period quickly approaching, please take time to review your student’s grades together, discuss missing assignments, and contact teachers with any questions. Thank you for your continued partnership in helping our students finish the marking period strong!

Jeff Lawson
Principal, Concord High School

Get ready for a busy week of Raider athletics! Come support our volleyball teams at home against Mt. Pleasant on Wednesday, October 28, including varsity’s Dig Pink game at 4:45 p.m., and against Conrad on Thursday, October 29, when varsity celebrates its Senior Game at 4:45 p.m. Our boys and girls cross-country teams compete in the Blue Hen Conference Championships on Thursday, and varsity football faces St. Elizabeth at Abessinio Stadium on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. Please come out to Brandywine High School on 10/28 to support our Boys Soccer Team in the Friendship Cup! Families interested in winter sports should attend Tuesday’s parent meeting at 6:00 p.m. in the Concord auditorium. Check RaidersSports.com for updates and ticket information. Go Raiders!

If you are interested in donating Tissues to our Wrapped Wishes drive, please follow the link below:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/37KUR30ZHLMNY/ref=cm_go_nav_hz

If you would like to sponsor a child for the BSD Wrapped Wishes initiative, please follow the link below:

https://wrappedwishes.com/donor-registration

Concord High School’s marking period ends on Friday, October 30, 2026. As we approach this date, please take a few moments to check in with your student, review their grades and any missing assignments, and discuss what they need to do to finish strong. If you have questions or concerns about your student’s progress, please contact their teachers to discuss next steps and available support. Thank you for your continued partnership in helping our students stay on track and achieve academic success!

Regular attendance helps students keep up with lessons, complete assignments, and stay connected to their teachers and classmates. Missing just two school days a month adds up to about 18 days in a school year—10% of the year, the threshold for chronic absenteeism. Missing individual classes can also leave students with work and instruction to make up. At Concord, students must be in class by 7:30 a.m. Hall sweeps will begin promptly at 7:30 a.m. every school day. Thank you for helping your student arrive ready to learn.

A few minutes of focused attention can open the door to meaningful conversations with your teen. This week, try a daily, phone-free check-in during a meal, a drive, or an evening walk. Ask, “What was the best part of your day?” or “What’s something that felt challenging?” Listen without immediately offering advice, and try asking, “Would you like help, or do you just need me to listen?” Consistent opportunities to talk help your teen know they can turn to you when they need support.