Dear Center Community,

Thank you to all who so generously donated to the Chelmsford Food Pantry and to our student council for their efforts organizing this drive. As you can see from the pictures above, it was a huge success.

As we approach Thanksgiving we want to take a moment to express our gratitude to the Center community for partnering with us. This week exemplified how much we have to be thankful for. Staff members were treated to coffee and pastries on Tuesday, we had wonderful enrichment opportunities, and our first grade students went on a field trip. All of these were funded by or partially supported by YOU and our fabulous CSPTO. We are so fortunate to be part of a caring community that appreciates each other and work collaboratively to provide a warm, enriching place to learn.

Center Chirps:

• Short week ahead! Students will be dismissed at 11:45 on Wednesday and there is no school on Thursday and Friday.

Given the short week ahead, our next update will be sent on December 3rd. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving break.

Warm Regards,

Dianna and Donna

This book tells the powerful reality of inequities to people of color in this country. It is a great way to engage in thoughtful discussions with elementary aged students!

Dear Center Families,

As we approach the holiday season the Center Cares program at Center School is accepting gift card donations to help our families that need some extra support. Gift cards in $20-$25 increments (or any amount) from Target or Walmart would be most welcome! Please, if you are able to make a donation gift cards will be accepted at the front office.

Thank you in advance for your generosity and care.

Warm regards,

Ms. Lallas, Center School Counselor

November

• Wednesday, November 22: Early release - Thanksgiving recess

• Thursday, November 23: No School (Thanksgiving)

• Friday, November 24: No School

December

• Friday, December 1, Picture retake day

• Monday, December 4: Be Kind Spirit Wear day

• Monday, December 4-8: Gift Room

• Thursday, December 7: Half day/Professional day

• Wednesday, December 13: Grades available for Parents online - Gr 1-4

• Thursday, December 14: co-president’s meeting; 9:15-10:15

• Friday, December 15: Chelmsford Spirit Day

• Winter Recess: December 25 - January 1st

Ordering Breakfast and Lunch on Half days

Our nutrition website has information and the link for families re: online ELEMENTARY BREAKFAST and ALL STUDENTS HALF DAY LUNCH ordering. This information is on the main page of our website. Please contact Holley Ready if you have difficulty: readyh@chelmsford.k12.ma.us.

https://cpsnutrition.com/