[CCHS] Chit-Chat, Friday, February 10

Fri Feb 10 09:26:56 EST 2006

*CHIT-CHAT*

A weekly publication of the CCHS Parents Association
Friday, February 10, 2006
2005-06 Edition

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Thanks,
Anne Wagner, ed.
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    event, or to volunteer, use the contact information listed for that
    event.*

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+++++*CCPI PRESENTS DEBRA HAFFNER*+++++

The Concord Carlisle Parent Initiative (CCPI) is pleased to present the 
Reverend Debra Haffner, MPH, author of /From Diapers to Dating: A 
Parents Guide to Raising Sexually Healthy Children from Birth to Middle 
School/ and/ Beyond the Big Talk: Every Parent's Guide to Raising 
Sexually Healthy Teens, From Middle School to College/.  There will be 
two opportunities to hear Ms. Haffner: for parents of middle and high 
school students, *Wednesday, March 1, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Harvey 
Wheeler Community Center*; for parents of young children and elementary 
school students, *Thursday,** March 2, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the 
Ripley Building*. Both programs led by the author will strive to 
increase parents' understanding of, and comfort in, discussing sexuality 
with their children, and provide tools and strategies for parents to 
address these issues in age-appropriate ways. Cost $5. Pre-registration 
is appreciated but not required. Walk-ins welcome. Send check payable to 
The Center for Parents and Teachers at 120 Meriam Rd., Concord, MA 
01742. Questions? *Visit www.ccpi.info <http://www.ccpi.info>** or call 
978-202-1146* *or e-mail the CPT at amartinez at colonial.net 
<mailto:amartinez at colonial.net> or ccpigroup1 at yahoo.com 
<mailto:ccpigroup1 at yahoo.com>*. Project funded through a grant by the 
Northwest Suburban Health Alliance/CHNA 15vDoN [sic] funds from Lahey 
Clinic.

+++++*CC ADULT & COMMUNITY ED HOSTS KAPLAN TEST PREP*+++++

Kaplan Free Practice Tests: Students receive a full score report within 
two weeks with valuable diagnostic information about their strengths and 
weaknesses. (Don't forget a calculator).* SAT Practice Test for Juniors: 
Saturday, March 4, at 9 a.m. PSAT Practice Test for Sophomores: 
Saturday, March 11, at 9 a.m.*
Kaplan Test Prep Class: *March 16 through May 4* for May and June SATs
Kaplan's well-known program will help students to excel on the SAT. 
Twelve sessions on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6 to 8:30 p.m. 
Includes four full-length simulated practice tests, full complement of 
Kaplan resources and study guides, small classes and a personalized 
study plan, and parent email communication. *To enroll, call Kaplan 
directly at 800-KAP-TEST*. Fee $899.

++*GRADUATION ALL NIGHT PARTY (FORMERLY SENIOR SAFARI) PLANNING MEETING*++

If you are interested in joining in the planning and organization that 
leads to the all night party for the seniors following graduation, come 
to the meeting next *Tuesday**, February 14, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., in 
room A-8 at CCHS*. It is a lot of fun getting ready for this special 
event and your help is needed. Meet the committee chairs and find out 
what needs to be done. Parents of underclassmen must be involved this 
year so that they can lead the charge for the next couple of years. 
*Email Christine Corr at CCHSSeniorSafari at aol.com 
<mailto:CCHSSeniorSafari at aol.com>* if you have questions or would like 
to help but can't make the meeting. 

+++++*CCPOPS GENERAL MEETING*+++++

All are welcome to attend the next general meeting of the Concord  
Carlisle Patrons of Performing Students (CCPOPS) on *Monday, February 
13, at 7 p.m. in the Band Room (A-4)* *at CCHS*. We will be discussing 
the spring musical /Barnum/ and the various volunteer opportunities for 
those interested in participating in this community event. There will 
also be information about upcoming Band, Chorus, Dance, Drama, and 
Orchestra events. Refreshments will be provided. Please *contact Diane 
Payne at 978-287-5031 or president at ccpops.org 
<mailto:president at ccpops.org>* if you have any questions.

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  *SCHOOL CLOSING INFORMATION* 

To find out whether school is in session, check the following:
*Radio* station: WBZ <http://wbz1030.com/schoolclosings> (AM 1030)
*TV* stations: Channels 4, 5, and 7
*Internet*:
http://www2.whdh.com:80/stormforce/index.php
http://www.thebostonchannel.com/closings/index.html
http://cbs4boston.com/schoolclosings
http://www.colonial.net/schools/cancellations.php

In the case of a delayed opening, school will begin at 8:35 a.m. instead 
of 7:35 a.m. Buses will arrive at bus stops one hour later than usual in 
the morning. Classes will end at the regular time, 2:05 p.m.
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