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A weekly publication of the CCHS Parents Association<br>
Friday, February 10, 2006<br>
2005-06 Edition<br>
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Anne Wagner, ed.<br>
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information about an event, or to volunteer, use the contact
information listed for that event.</b></font><br>
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<div align="left">+++++<b><font color="#000099">CCPI PRESENTS DEBRA
HAFFNER</font></b>+++++<br>
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<font face="Times New Roman, Times, serif">The Concord Carlisle Parent
Initiative (CCPI) is pleased to present the Reverend Debra Haffner,
MPH, </font><font face="Times New Roman, Times, serif">author of <i>From
Diapers to Dating: A Parents Guide to Raising Sexually Healthy Children
from Birth to Middle School</i> and<i> Beyond the Big Talk: Every
Parent's Guide to Raising Sexually Healthy Teens, From Middle School to
College</i>. There will be two opportunities to hear Ms. Haffner: </font><font
face="Times New Roman, Times, serif">for parents of middle and </font><font
face="Times New Roman, Times, serif">high school students, </font><font
face="Times New Roman, Times, serif"><b>Wednesday, March 1, from 7 to
9 p.m. at the Harvey Wheeler Community Center</b>; </font>for parents
of young children and elementary school students,<font
face="Times New Roman, Times, serif"> <b>Thursday,</b></font><b>
March 2, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Ripley Building</b>. 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? <b>Visit
<a href="http://www.ccpi.info">www.ccpi.info</a></b><b> or call
978-202-1146</b> <b>or e-mail the CPT at <a
href="mailto:amartinez@colonial.net">amartinez@colonial.net</a> or <a
href="mailto:ccpigroup1@yahoo.com">ccpigroup1@yahoo.com</a></b>.
Project funded through a grant by the Northwest Suburban Health
Alliance/CHNA 15vDoN [sic] funds from Lahey Clinic.<br>
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<div align="left">+++++<b><font color="#000099">CC ADULT &
COMMUNITY ED HOSTS KAPLAN TEST PREP</font></b>+++++<br>
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<font face="Times New Roman, Times, serif">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).<b> SAT Practice Test for Juniors: Saturday, March
4, at 9 a.m. PSAT Practice Test for Sophomores: Saturday, March 11, at
9 a.m.</b><br>
Kaplan Test Prep Class: <b>March 16 through May 4</b> for May and June
SATs <br>
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. <b>To enroll, call Kaplan
directly at 800-KAP-TEST</b>. Fee $899.<br>
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<div align="left">++<font color="#000099"><b><font
face="Times New Roman, Times, serif">GRADUATION ALL NIGHT PARTY
(FORMERLY SENIOR SAFARI) PLANNING MEETING</font></b></font>++<br>
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<font face="Times New Roman, Times, serif">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 <b>Tuesday</b></font><font
face="Times New Roman, Times, serif"><b>, February 14, from 7:30 to
9:30 p.m., in room A-8 at CCHS</b>.</font><font
face="Times New Roman, Times, serif"> 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. <b>Email Christine Corr at <a
href="mailto:CCHSSeniorSafari@aol.com">CCHSSeniorSafari@aol.com</a></b>
if you have questions or would like to help but can't make the
meeting. </font><br>
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<div align="left">+++++<b><font color="#000099">CCPOPS GENERAL MEETING</font></b>+++++<br>
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<font face="Times New Roman, Times, serif">All are welcome to attend
the next general meeting of the Concord Carlisle Patrons of Performing
Students (CCPOPS) on <b>Monday, February 13, at 7 p.m. in the Band
Room (A-4)</b> <b>at CCHS</b>. We will be discussing the spring
musical <i>Barnum</i> 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 <b>contact
Diane Payne at 978-287-5031 or <a href="mailto:president@ccpops.org">president@ccpops.org</a></b>
if you have any questions. <br>
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<b><font color="#000099">SCHOOL CLOSING
INFORMATION</font></b> <br>
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<div align="center">To find out whether school is in session, check the
following:<br>
<b>Radio</b> station: <a href="http://wbz1030.com/schoolclosings">WBZ</a>
(AM 1030)<br>
<b>TV</b> stations: Channels 4, 5, and 7<br>
<b>Internet</b>: <br>
<a href="http://www2.whdh.com:80/stormforce/index.php">http://www2.whdh.com:80/stormforce/index.php</a><br>
<a href="http://www.thebostonchannel.com/closings/index.html">http://www.thebostonchannel.com/closings/index.html</a><br>
<a href="http://cbs4boston.com/schoolclosings">http://cbs4boston.com/schoolclosings</a><br>
<a href="http://www.colonial.net/schools/cancellations.php">http://www.colonial.net/schools/cancellations.php</a><br>
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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.</div>
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