Concord Community Schools wanted to honor our Veterans on this very special day. Freedom isn't free and we are VERY grateful for the sacrifice the men and women of this country make to ensure we have all that we have. THANK YOU, VETERANS!!!!!

Why the Hive is written by Mr. Arbuckle and it features one student a week. The student being featured exemplifies our Yellow Jacket Character Traits and demonstrates a passion for our #ONEHIVE community. This week we are featuring three students to make sure we do not miss anyone. Our Why The Hive features HALEY STIMER, LAYLA CLAUS, AND ZANE JASON!!!

WE ARE OPEN!!!

Both our GSRP and latchkey programs have opened and are running classes. I had the distinct pleasure of covering as a teacher in one of our GSRP classes this week. I loved being able to experience preschool firsthand. The experience really provided a lot of insight into the importance of our early childhood programs. Plus it was A LOT of fun!!! Our students are amazing!! They can build, count, and love to do art! IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THE GSRP PROGRAM, SEE THE FLYER BELOW AND BEGIN THE ENROLLMENT PROCESS!!!

PLUS, we started latchkey this week and it was full of exploration and science. I appreciate our parents that have worked with us as we get things off the ground. I look forward to working with the community to create an enriching and meaningful program for all students!

The boy's and girls' Cross Country teams finished the year strong. They each took second in the conference. Both teams had quite a few young and inexperienced runners this year, but that did not slow them down. The girls' team took second at regionals with two runners named all-region. The boys won the regional with five runners earning all-region honors. Adair Artis won the meet with an outstanding run!! Both teams advanced to the finals at MIS on November 5th. The kids raced hard, on a windy day, and we ended up with two all-state runners. CONGRATULATIONS TO ADAIR ARTIS AND CIERRA BARRETT!!!

Student passes are for sale at the ticket table for $30. This pass is good for the entire school year...WHAT A DEAL!! Athletes DO NOT get in free for events other than their sport. Kids that want to help in the concession stand can earn a student pass. See Mrs. Gill or Mr. Lehman for details!

In an effort to improve the dining experience in the district, the food service department is turning to its customers. They have gathered information through surveys and held several focus groups to try to provide a high-quality experience to our students.

A new addition to the high school cafeteria is the seasoning station! Students can stop by and add some custom flavor to their lunch. Thanks to our student focus group for suggesting this idea!

Starting dates for winter sports. You must have a physical on file to play or practice.

HS Competitive Cheerleading--Monday, November 7th
HS Girls Basketball--Monday, November 14th. High school girls' basketball tryouts will be after school on Monday, November 14th for all 9-12 grade girls interested. Make sure you have a physical on file. No physical, no practice, no play...no exceptions!

HS Wrestling--Monday, November 14th
HS Boys Basketball--Monday, November 21st

They are having a meeting on Monday, November 14th at 3:30 pm in Coach Clark's room or HS Cafeteria for all interested in playing HS boys' basketball

Attention Seniors. In your graduating Google classroom, there are scholarships posted. Please check out the scholarships with upcoming deadlines. These are posted under the topics October Scholarship deadlines and November scholarship deadlines.

All of the scholarships currently listed are valued in thousands of dollars. One is even up to $200,000 and most scholarships are offering more than an award.

Do not wait until the night before the deadline as you may need recommendation letters and it is only appropriate to give someone a 2-week window to write you a recommendation letter.

Attention Juniors and Seniors:

Are you considering college? Do you have questions about the application process, campus life, and specific programs offered by colleges, or just want to gather more information to help you finalize a decision about what college you would like to attend? These inquiries can start right here on our own campus by attending college visits right here on the CHS campus. The following colleges will be visiting the Concord High School campus in the near future: Grand Valley State University, Michigan State University, Eastern Michigan University, and Spring Arbor University. If you want to join others in meeting with the college admissions representatives of any of these colleges, you must sign up in the high school's main office. See the Calendar of CHS campus college visits in your graduating class Google classroom.

NEWLY ADDED INFORMATION

Attention all juniors and seniors. Albion College has been added for a visit to CHS campus, this Wednesday, 11/9 at 9:30. All juniors or seniors considering college are encouraged and invited to sign-up. The sign-up sheet is in the main office and you can sign up through the day today.

Eastern Michigan University will be here November 19th, you must be signed up by the 18th.

Continue to check out the Calendar of CHS campus college visits in your graduating class Google classroom.

Start your adventure today! Fun with friends. New adventures. Making a difference. Did you know that in Girl Scouts girls develop a strong sense of self, seek challenges, and be community problem solvers all while having fun with their friends?

You're ready to go and Girl Scouts is ready for you. All girls in K-12th grade are welcome to join. Join us today at girlscouts.org. Stop in the office to pick up a flyer.

If you would like to watch middle school action unfold follow Concord Middle School on Instagram. Their account is @concordyearbook. The yearbook club is going to be updating it more frequently than the Facebook page with pictures.

Have you liked the Elementary/Middle School Facebook Page? What about the Concord Community Schools Facebook Page??

If you have not yet, this week is a great time to start. The Elementary and Middle schools use the Facebook page to post many updates, announcements, and student photos; the Concord Community Schools page is a great way to see how a YellowJacket week unfolds! Don't miss the news - like and follow the pages today.

Concord Elementary/Middle School Facebook Page

Concord Community Schools Facebook Page

We are in need of bus drivers, food service staff members, coaches, and individuals willing to work through EduStaff as Guest Teachers or subs for all of our positions. If you are interested and able, we would love to have you on our team. Below you will find information about signing up to work as a Guest Teacher through Edustaff. Further, you can view unfilled positions on our website. If you have any questions, please call one of our offices.

*** NOTE HOMECOMING HAS BEEN MOVED TO FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2022****

Email: rebecca.hutchinson@concordschools.net
Website: www.concordschools.net
Location: 405 South Main Street, Concord, MI, USA
Phone: (517)524-8850