November 2021
CCHS Field Hockey Play-off Game!
CCHS Field Hockey takes on Chelmsford in play-off game
Find out more »Veterans’ Day Basketball Bonanza @ CCHS
Veterans’ Day Basketball Bonanza @ CCHS For Boys in Grades 3-8 Join CCHS Head Boys Basketball Coach David Cohen and the Varsity Team and coaches for a great day of basketball fun and games - a super way to spend the day off from school! The annual clinic favorite is for boys in grades 3-8 and runs from 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at CCHS. This is an important fundraiser for the boys basketball program - we need and value…
Find out more »CCHS Field Hockey Play-off Game
CCHS Field Hockey takes on Wellesley High School in play-off game Thursday, November 11th, 5:30pm @ CCHS Memorial Field To purchase tickets to game: To obtain entry we each need to use this mobile site to purchase tickets in advance. https://gofan.co/app/school/MA14550 $10 plus a $1.50 service fee each. Previous playoff games were run by the host schools, but starting with the round of 16, tickets are run by the MIAA and according to their site, it is digital only.…
Find out more »Make Two (or Three!) Thanksgiving Pies
Make your own from-scratch apple and blueberry pies (BONUS: make a third - pumpkin pie too!). Adrienne will teach you how to make a superb pie dough! You will also make the filling to your own individual taste, ready to pop in the oven for Thanksgiving or freeze to use at a later date! An ingredient and basic kitchen tool list will be provided.
Find out more »December 2021
Reducing Stress Through Meditation
Sahaja Meditation is a simple, time-honored technique. It helps reduce stress and increase wellness. It brings better focus and helps people become more centered and better balanced. Anyone can do it. Join us for a guided session!
Find out more »How New Understandings in Psychology + Neuroscience Change How We ’See’ Architecture – and Ourselves
Ann Sussman will talk about about her new book Cognitive Architecture, 2nd edition, (2021) co-authored with Justin B Hollander, which reveals the technologies, including eye tracking, that show how subliminal human behaviors direct our experience of the built environment more than most realize. The book explains how new understandings in psychology reframe the history of modern architecture, as well, and its connection to veteran trauma post-WWI.
Find out more »Music Lessons with IMSCC – winter enrollment is open!
The Winter/Spring session of music lessons with IMSCC begins in January! Enrollment is now open. Want to give the gift of music lessons this season? Email us to learn more! All levels and ages are welcome, including adults. Expert instruction is available for all band and orchestra instruments, voice, guitar, ukulele, electric bass, and piano; in-person lessons are located at CCHS and the Carlisle public schools and follow school district music protocols for Covid safety; remote instruction is also available.…
Find out more »Girls Basketball Clinic at CCHS | December 31 | Grades 1-8
CCHS Girls Varsity Coach Amy Davagian and her players are offering a one day clinic at CCHS on December 31 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. for girls grades 1-8. This is a great chance for local girls to meet the varsity players and coaches, play some basketball in a really fun environment, and hone their skill. The clinic is open to all girls grades 1-8 whether they have played basketball before or not — encourage your daughter to bring…
Find out more »January 2022
Opera Express: Marvelous Mr. Mozart
Did you know that Mozart composed his first opera at only 12 years old! In this edition of Opera Express, we will explore the lesser known Mozart operas that gave the boy genius opportunities to hone his craft. Marvelous Mr. Mozart will feature 5 operas that deserve further exploration, and offer insight into the future masterpieces that still dominate the operatic repertoire. The course is led by Andy Papas, a professional musician.
Find out more »CCHS Girls Varsity Basketball Game
Vs. Newton South High School
Find out more »Music Lessons with IMSCC – winter enrollment is open!
The Winter-Spring session of music lessons starts this month! We welcome new students of all ages and all levels, including adults. Expert instructors are available for all band and orchestra instruments as well as voice, guitar, ukulele, electric bass, and piano. During this time families have a choice of in-person or remote lessons. In-person lessons are located at CCHS and the Carlisle public school campus and follow school district music protocols for Covid safety. To request lessons, go to https://ccace.asapconnected.com/#PrivateLessons;…
Find out more »Community COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic
COVID Vaccine Clinic Join us for a community COVID-19 vaccine clinic for ages 5 and up on Thursday, January 6 from 4-9 p.m. at the Concord-Carlisle High School. Register here for an appointment: h -ttps://home.color.com/vaccine/register/purpleshield?calendar=c20a6c06-e5fa-4240-a952-9e74f871f6ee
Find out more »Make and Bake Calzones
Explore the endless possibilities of making calzones, a baked Italian turnover, fresh from your own oven! In this hands-on online class, Adrienne will go over the dough and filler options while you prepare a calzone to bake. You will be able to personalize your calzone with different filling options. Calzones make a great appetizer, main course, and freeze well. You will receive an ingredients list ahead of time to purchase, along with a list of basic kitchen tools to have…
Find out more »Single Parenting: How to Bring Fun Back into Your Life
As a single parent, are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands on your time, lacking confidence in all you do, and/or wondering how self care and fun could possibly fit into your life? If so, this session is for you! Dr. Nina Frusztajer, a physician and life coach specializing in working with single parents, will give you hands-on, practical tools you can implement right away so you can bring fun back into your life. Topics will include how to: •…
Find out more »Special Town Meeting
Special Town Meeting Special Town Meeting has been scheduled by the Select Board for 7:00PM on Thursday, January 20, 2022 at the Concord Carlisle Regional High School, located at 500 Walden Street, Concord, MA 01742. The Snow date is the following Thursday, January 27, 2022, at 7:00PM at CCHS. The Special Town Meeting warrant posted on November 12, 2021. It will be mailed out to all Concord households around the Thanksgiving holiday. There is one article on the Special Town…
Find out more »District Vaccination Booster Clinic
Vaccine Booster Clinic Ages 12-15 A booster clinic for students ages 12-15 is scheduled for January 25 at CCHS. Link registration coming soon.
Find out more »Loving Animals: Conversations with an Animal Communicator
Do you ever wonder what your animal is thinking and feeling? Jeannie Lindheim, author of Loving Animals: Conversations with an Animal Communicator will discuss how animal communication works and techniques she uses. She will tell some touching stories and share some techniques that you can use with your animals. There will also be time for Q and A.
Find out more »February 2022
Ice Capella
Join us for the 11th annual Ice Capella, Friday, February 4, 7 p.m. at Concord-Carlisle High School (CCHS) Auditorium, 500 Walden Street, Concord, Mass., where you can hear local high school and college a capella groups perform a wide variety of your favorite songs—without instrumental accompaniment. Produced by Concord Youth Theatre (CYT) and sponsored by Carrie Hines from Monarch Group at Compass, this year’s lineup features a mix of all-male, all-female and mixed groups including: On The Vox (Berklee College…
Find out more »Self Massage & Body Care
Learn how to ease tension, increase circulation, and relieve pain with simple massage techniques you can do on yourself. We’ll use our own hands, fingers, elbows and other household items like tennis balls to treat ourselves to effective massages. Discover how to activate energy meridians, stimulate the lymphatic system, and use acupressure points to reduce pain, decrease stress, and bring greater harmony to your body. Through demonstration, practice time, and plenty of opportunities to ask questions, you’ll start to notice…
Find out more »Valentine Custard: A traditional custard served at weddings
Learn Lagan nu Custard is a delectable wedding custard, enjoyed in Parsi Homes. Original and authentic dessert, which you can make for your Valentine! With toppings of Fruits, Flavor of Rose, it becomes even more delectable. Can be made ahead and refrigerated.
Find out more »March 2022
CCACE Advisory Committee Openings
Want to make a positive impact on your community? Do you value education? Consider joining our Advisory Committee! This dynamic group helps devise our annual Can We Talk program, bringing thoughtful and incisive topics to the community for discussion. And they have input into our ongoing education programs, ensuring lifelong learning for everyone. We have two openings beginning in July. Take a look at the full description and feel free to contact our office if you have further questions: https://www.concordcarlisleace.org/join-advisory/
Find out more »ACT Bootcamp
Is your student preparing to take the April ACT? If so, this is the perfect class to help them feel confident and prepared for Test Day. Students who attend this six session class will develop a strong understanding of the ACT and learn effective strategies for all four sections of the ACT: English, Math, Reading, and Science. Offered through CCACE; fee is $475. To register go online to concordcarlisleace.org or call 978-318-1432.
Find out more »St. Patrick’s Day Lunch – Grab& Go at CCHS
It's Grand, It's Fine its... ST. PATRICK'S DAY LUNCH! Saturday, March 12, pick up 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM at Concord Carlisle High School and students will come to your car. RSVP to the Concord COA is a must: 978-318-3020. If you do not have transportation, your lunch can be delivered to you, just let us know when you RSVP. Always a delicious meal and there is no cost for Concord senior residents. Please let us know you are coming…
Find out more »Home Alone Safety for Kids (or Entire Family!)
This program is for students in grades 3-6 and we encourage the participation of one or both parents. Home Alone Safety is a readiness program that helps prepare your child while building self-confidence, a sense of responsibility, and proper decision making abilities. This course will teach basic safety guidelines through a variety of fun, interactive activities, discussions, and situational role-playing. Guidebooks and parent handouts will be provided via PDF attachment prior to the course. Offered through CCACE: https://ccace.asapconnected.com/?org=4701#CourseID=236855; or call…
Find out more »CCACE Advisory Committee Openings
Want to make a positive impact on your community? Do you value education? Consider joining our Advisory Committee! This dynamic group helps devise our annual Can We Talk program, bringing thoughtful and incisive topics to the community for discussion. And they have input into our ongoing education programs, ensuring lifelong learning for everyone. We have two openings beginning in July. Take a look at the full description and feel free to contact our office if you have further questions: https://www.concordcarlisleace.org/join-advisory/
Find out more »CCHS Choirs to perform LIVE!
The CCHS Performing Arts Department is proud to present another LIVE performance from the CCHS Choirs. The March Choral Concert will take place on Thursday, March 17, at 7:00 PM in the CCHS Auditorium. The concert will feature Combined Chorus, Melodies, Bel Canto Singers, Men’s Chorus and Select Choir, as well as the student-run a cappella group, Take Notes. Highlights on the program will include the well-known songs “What a Wonderful World” and “The Lion Sleeps Tonight”, two movements from…
Find out more »Celebrating the Seasons with Haiku
The haiku, which originated in Japan almost 400 years ago, has become the most popular poetry form in the world! Haiku help us connect more deeply to the natural world, the seasons, and the cycles of the year, and can provide solace during difficult times. In this online class, we will learn a bit about the key elements of haiku and then celebrate each of the seasons by reading seasonal haiku together. Using a writing prompt, we will also try…
Find out more »Civic Series: Equity and Economic Mobility in a Post-Covid World
Join us to engage in a discussion led by the Deputy Director of the Office of Economic Empowerment for the Massachusetts State Treasury. We'll discuss pay equity, the growing wealth gap in Massachusetts, and how it was impacted due to COVID-19. The Office of Economic Empowerment will present its findings of the 2021 EqualPayMA Roundtable Series, which looked at the number of women, particularly women of color, who left the workforce in 2020. We'll also hear about other insights relating…
Find out more »Concord-Carlisle HS Instrumental Concert
The CCHS Bands and Orchestra will present a concert on March 24th at 7pm (CCHS Auditorium). Over 120 instrumentalists will be featured in a variety of ensembles including the CCHS Jazz A, Orchestra, Repertory Band and Concert Band. The Orchestra and Concert Band will be performing their MICCA (Massachusetts Instrumental and Choral Conductors Association) Festival program that they will present for evaluation in early April. Admission is free and all are welcome to attend!
Find out more »CYT: Ice Capella
ICE CAPELLA th theatreSNOW DATE! Rescheduled for Friday, 3/25!
Find out more »Getting to Know Your (Feathered) Neighbors
Backyard birding has become a top hobby during Covid-19 and it’s easy to see how. Birdwatching is fun and easy to do right in your backyard. Here's your chance to take your curiosity about these amazing creatures that live all around us to new levels and appreciate the natural world they enrich. Join birding expert, Michele Grzenda, to see why birding has zoomed in popularity this year. Michele’s virtual presentation includes beginner bird watching tips and tricks, birding resources, and…
Find out more »April 2022
CCHS Lacrosse: Girls Varsity Game
vs. Cambridge Rindge & Latin
Find out more »CCHS Baseball: Boys Varsity Game
vs. Chelmsford
Find out more »Storytelling Workshop for Everyone
Sophie Wadsworth will teach an evening workshop for anyone who wants to discover and tell personal stories. We'll explore what makes a story compelling (what keeps us on the edge of our seats, or heightens our curiosity?) and how to find story ideas from your own life. You'll learn how to make a story emotionally engaging to entertain and inspire your listeners, and explore winning techniques to bring a story to life for any audience.
Find out more »CCHS Softball: Girls Varsity Game
vs. Waltham High School
Find out more »CCHS Lacrosse: Girls Varsity Game
vs. Chelmsford
Find out more »CCHS Tennis: Boys Varsity Match
vs. Bedford High School
Find out more »CCHS Softball: Girls Varsity Game
vs. Chelmsford
Find out more »CCHS Lacrosse: Boys Varsity Game
vs. Waltham High School
Find out more »New! English Language Learner classes for adults with CCACE
We are excited to announce that CCACE will be offering English Language Learner (ELL) classes for adults beginning this summer! Our pilot class will run for 6 Tuesday and Thursday evenings, July 12th - August 18th from 7-8:30 pm at CCHS. The tuition for this program is $245 and includes all materials. Scholarships are available. For more information and to start an application, students can visit www.concordcarlisleace.org/adult-ell/. Questions? Call us at 978-318-1432 or email ace@concordps.org for more information.
Find out more »Concord Recreation Annual Egg Hunt
Join Concord Recreation for this fun free community event. Participants will search for candy and prize filled plastic eggs, get photos with the Bunny, petting zoo and more!
Find out more »New! English Language Learner classes for adults with CCACE
We are excited to announce that CCACE will be offering English Language Learner (ELL) classes for adults beginning this summer! Our pilot class will run for 6 Tuesday and Thursday evenings, July 12th - August 18th from 7-8:30 pm at CCHS. The tuition for this program is $245 and includes all materials. Scholarships are available. For more information and to start an application, students can visit www.concordcarlisleace.org/adult-ell/. Questions? Call us at 978-318-1432 or email ace@concordps.org for more information.
Find out more »An Educated, Team-Oriented Approach to Separation & Divorce: You Don’t Have to Go Through it Alone
Are you contemplating divorce or already embarking on this life-changing journey? Divorce can be overwhelming and isolating. In this Zoom webinar, Joan Mankoff, divorce coach and licensed realtor, and Kathleen Young, mediator, life coach, and professional coach, will discuss considerations and approaches to separation and divorce that are best for you and your family. Mankoff, founder of Your Divorce Pro, will outline a holistic and empowering methodology to evaluating your situation, making impactful decisions, and setting up your best new…
Find out more »New! English Language Learner classes for adults with CCACE
We are excited to announce that CCACE will be offering English Language Learner (ELL) classes for adults beginning this summer! Our pilot class will run for 6 Tuesday and Thursday evenings, July 12th - August 18th from 7-8:30 pm at CCHS. The tuition for this program is $245 and includes all materials. Scholarships are available. For more information and to start an application, students can visit www.concordcarlisleace.org/adult-ell/. Questions? Call us at 978-318-1432 or email ace@concordps.org for more information.
Find out more »May 2022
Get your tickets for CCHS “42nd St” Performance!
Live actors, a live pit and an incredible tech crew. Do you know the CCHS orchestra and singers win medals in every competition they enter? They are one of the most talented groups of high school musicians in the entire state and there is a lot of talent in this state! They will all be performing 42nd St for you. So come along and listen to the lullaby of Broadway... Purchase Tickets Here
Find out more »Get your tickets for CCHS “42nd St” Performance!
Live actors, a live pit and an incredible tech crew. Do you know the CCHS orchestra and singers win medals in every competition they enter? They are one of the most talented groups of high school musicians in the entire state and there is a lot of talent in this state! They will all be performing 42nd St for you. So come along and listen to the lullaby of Broadway... Purchase Tickets Here
Find out more »Get your tickets for CCHS “42nd St” Performance!
Live actors, a live pit and an incredible tech crew. Do you know the CCHS orchestra and singers win medals in every competition they enter? They are one of the most talented groups of high school musicians in the entire state and there is a lot of talent in this state! They will all be performing 42nd St for you. So come along and listen to the lullaby of Broadway... Purchase Tickets Here
Find out more »Get your tickets for CCHS “42nd St” Performance!
Live actors, a live pit and an incredible tech crew. Do you know the CCHS orchestra and singers win medals in every competition they enter? They are one of the most talented groups of high school musicians in the entire state and there is a lot of talent in this state! They will all be performing 42nd St for you. So come along and listen to the lullaby of Broadway... Purchase Tickets Here
Find out more »CCHS Performs 42nd St!
Live actors, a live pit and an incredible tech crew. Do you know the CCHS orchestra and singers win medals in every competition they enter? They are one of the most talented groups of high school musicians in the entire state and there is a lot of talent in this state! They will all be performing 42nd St for you. So come along and listen to the lullaby of Broadway... Purchase Tickets Here
Find out more »CCHS Performs 42nd St!
Live actors, a live pit and an incredible tech crew. Do you know the CCHS orchestra and singers win medals in every competition they enter? They are one of the most talented groups of high school musicians in the entire state and there is a lot of talent in this state! They will all be performing 42nd St for you. So come along and listen to the lullaby of Broadway... Purchase Tickets Here
Find out more »CCHS Performs 42nd St!
Live actors, a live pit and an incredible tech crew. Do you know the CCHS orchestra and singers win medals in every competition they enter? They are one of the most talented groups of high school musicians in the entire state and there is a lot of talent in this state! They will all be performing 42nd St for you. So come along and listen to the lullaby of Broadway... Purchase Tickets Here
Find out more »CCHS Performs 42nd St!
Live actors, a live pit and an incredible tech crew. Do you know the CCHS orchestra and singers win medals in every competition they enter? They are one of the most talented groups of high school musicians in the entire state and there is a lot of talent in this state! They will all be performing 42nd St for you. So come along and listen to the lullaby of Broadway... Purchase Tickets Here
Find out more »Charcuterie Board Workshop: Creating a Colorful and Delicious Cheese Board
Learn how to create a beautiful charcuterie board that is perfect for any occasion! During this live and interactive class we will go over how to select and beautifully present the perfect combination of cheeses, meats, and other flavor complements such as fruit, spreads, nuts, crackers, and dried fruits. We will even learn how to make one of those salami roses! You will watch a presentation and then practice by selecting from different charcuterie food stations to make your own…
Find out more »Register now for the CCHS Field Hockey Clinic!
The 2022 CCHS Field Hockey Captains, guided by the CCHSFH coaches, are offering a summer skills clinic to all players entering grades 6-9. The clinic will be held at the upper turf fields at CCHS. The clinic will run 8:30am-12:30pm from August 17-19, 2022. The cost of the clinic is $200 with proceeds supporting the CCHS Field Hockey program, as well as the coaches. In order to register, please use the link below Questions? Please contact cchsfh@gmail.com CCHS Field Hockey…
Find out more »Introduction to Modern Calligraphy Using a Pointed Pen
Have you been intrigued by beautiful hand lettering seen at special events, on products, or online? Curious to give it a try, but nervous because your regular handwriting is lacking? Then this class is for you! You do NOT have to have perfect handwriting in order to learn modern calligraphy using a pointed (dip) pen and ink. Modern calligraphy is more about drawing letters as opposed to writing them. You will learn the basics of modern calligraphy including how to…
Find out more »A Haiku Walk: Yugen and Haiku
Haiku, the most popular form of poetry in the world, can help us connect more deeply to the natural world. What a great reason to get outside! Join us for one or all three haiku walks in inspiring green spaces, one in Arlington, one in Lexington, and one in Concord. At each spot, we’ll first learn how one of three Japanese aesthetic concepts, wabi sabi (appreciating beauty that is imperfect and impermanent ), yugen (quiet grace and mystery), and ma…
Find out more »Register now for the CCHS Field Hockey Clinic!
The 2022 CCHS Field Hockey Captains, guided by the CCHSFH coaches, are offering a summer skills clinic to all players entering grades 6-9. The clinic will be held at the upper turf fields at CCHS. The clinic will run 8:30am-12:30pm from August 17-19, 2022. The cost of the clinic is $200 with proceeds supporting the CCHS Field Hockey program, as well as the coaches. In order to register, please use the link below Questions? Please contact cchsfh@gmail.com CCHS Field Hockey…
Find out more »Register now for the CCHS Field Hockey Clinic!
The 2022 CCHS Field Hockey Captains, guided by the CCHSFH coaches, are offering a summer skills clinic to all players entering grades 6-9. The clinic will be held at the upper turf fields at CCHS. The clinic will run 8:30am-12:30pm from August 17-19, 2022. The cost of the clinic is $200 with proceeds supporting the CCHS Field Hockey program, as well as the coaches. In order to register, please use the link below Questions? Please contact cchsfh@gmail.com CCHS Field Hockey…
Find out more »June 2022
Register now for the CCHS Field Hockey Clinic!
The 2022 CCHS Field Hockey Captains, guided by the CCHSFH coaches, are offering a summer skills clinic to all players entering grades 6-9. The clinic will be held at the upper turf fields at CCHS. The clinic will run 8:30am-12:30pm from August 17-19, 2022. The cost of the clinic is $200 with proceeds supporting the CCHS Field Hockey program, as well as the coaches. In order to register, please use the link below Questions? Please contact cchsfh@gmail.com CCHS Field Hockey…
Find out more »CCHS 2022 Graduation
CCHS 2022 Graduation Ceremony
Find out more »IMSCC Music Lessons and classes – Summer and Fall enrollment is open!
Summer and fall music lessons are enrolling now. Join IMSCC's expert instructors for one-on-one lessons; instruction is available for all instruments and voice. Summer lessons begin June 21 and are flexible - choose just one or two lessons or all ten weeks. The 16-week fall session begins September 6. Lessons take place on Concord and Carlisle school campuses. To begin the enrollment process, submit a lesson inquiry to https://ccace.asapconnected.com/#PrivateLessons. Summer ensembles: Summer is a great time to get together and…
Find out more »IMSCC Music Lessons and classes – Summer and Fall enrollment is open!
Summer and fall music lessons are enrolling now. Join IMSCC's expert instructors for one-on-one lessons; instruction is available for all instruments and voice. Summer lessons begin June 21 and are flexible - choose just one or two lessons or all ten weeks. The 16-week fall session begins September 6. Lessons take place on Concord and Carlisle school campuses. To begin the enrollment process, submit a lesson inquiry to https://ccace.asapconnected.com/#PrivateLessons. Summer ensembles: Summer is a great time to get together and…
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