Greetings everyone!

It is hard to believe that we are more than half way through the first marking period. September was full of activities, including Spirit Week, Pep Rally, the Homecoming Parade, the Homecoming football game, the Golden Raiders Marching Band half-time show, and the Homecoming Dance. Our students and staff showed an incredible amount of school spirit. We had many alumni return for the Homecoming game. Raider Nation was in full force. I want to extend a huge "Thank You" to our Student Council, Class Boards, and our faculty advisors for all of their hard work. Please check out the pictures below.

Our fall athletic teams continue to stay competitive while displaying high levels of sportsmanship. There is still time to show your support by attending a home game for any of our fall teams. Please click the link below for Raiders Sports to see team schedules . Our CHS Athletic Hall of Fame celebration will take place on October 19, 2024 during half-time of the football game. If your child is interested in trying out for a winter sport, please check Raiders Sports for information regarding try-outs. As a reminder, a DIAA physical must be on file with the school nurse before a student can try-out. DIAA physical forms are available in the main office or online via our school website. Physicals are available through the Wellness Center.

Our student clubs and organizations continue to support our school community and our community at large through service based initiatives. Our student leaders know that in order to lead, they must serve. National Honor Society students are offering peer tutoring during the day in the library during study hall and every Wednesday after school. Interact Club continues to collect all of the school's recycling. Educator's Rising students are collecting sneakers. If you have any used or new sneakers, please send them with your child. They can be dropped off in the main office. Our Blood Drive was a huge success.

Our Theme this year is ALWAYS ON BRAND. Part of being "On Brand" is following necessary policies and procedures that support a positive climate and a focus on academic excellence. We are continuing to adhere to a strict cell phone policy. This allows students to focus on instruction without unnecessary distractions. Additionally, being on time for school and being in class on time allow your child to receive a robust education. Interim Reports were handed out on October 4th. If your child did not receive their report, you can access it through Home Access Center (HAC). If you need assistance accessing HAC, please reach out to Meg Brown, margaretb.brown@bsd.k12.de.us or call (302) 475-3951. We offer free tutoring afterschool on Wednesdays in the Library. If your student needs extra support, please have them sign up for tutoring.

Please spread the word... Concord's Choice Visitation Day is Sunday, October 27, 2025 at 2:30. We welcome all interested families to visit Concord. We will highlight our rigorous course offerings, career pathways and so much more. Sports and clubs will be represented. We are so excited to show potential new students all of the amazing things that Concord has to offer!

Below you will see a list of important dates for the fall. Please mark your calendars accordingly!

We are off to an amazing start!

Kevin Palladinetti

Principal

• Oct 14- Class of 2025 After Prom Meeting @6:30 in the cafeteria
• Oct 16- Class of 2025 College Planning overview (5:45-6:15pm) in the Raider Room
• Oct 16- Scholarships 101 @6:30pm in the auditorium
• Oct 22- College Transition for Neurodivergent Students (@MPE)- flyer attached
• Oct 23- PSAT Day for 11th Grade, regular day for 9,10,12
• Oct 25- Parent/Teacher Conferences, Schools Closed, Teachers Report
• oct 27- High School Choice Visitation Day @2:30 pm
• Oct 31- Halloween, students may dress up (no masks)
• Nov 5- Election Day- Schools and Office Closed
• Nov 8- Schools Closed/Offices Open - Teacher Professional Responsibilities Day
• Nov 11- Veteran's Day- Schools and Offices Closed
• Nov 25- 29- Schools Closed (Office Closed on 11/25, 11/28, 11/29 ONLY)
• Dec 23- Jan 1- Schools Closed (Offices Closed 12/24, 12/25 & 12/31 ONLY)

Click here for the entire BSD District Calendar: https://www.brandywineschools.org/families/calendars

The College Application process is in full swing. So far we have had 23 colleges and/or universities visit Concord and meet with students. Between now and Thanksgiving break, we have 25 more visits scheduled. Several of our students received on-the-spot admissions during the Historically Black College and Universities (HBCU) event. Our Paying for College event was well attended. Our next event for families, Scholarships 101, is on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 6:30 pm . The district is offering a work shop for students who are neurodivergent and planning to attend college on October 23, 2024 at Mount Pleasant Elementary at 6:00pm . This workshop is being offered by two Concord parents. Please see the attached flyer.

Parents of any student enrolled in an Advanced Placement (AP) course- Please see the attached flyer and letter regarding payment information for AP tests.

Parents of Juniors- PSAT is on October 23, 2024. Please see the attached flyer and letter for pertinent information.

Parents of Seniors- Attached is the Senior College Application Notebook. Please ask your senior if they have had their Senior Meeting (college/career planning) with their counselor. If they have not had their meeting, please ask them to schedule it. We encourage you to connect with your child's counselor, if you have questions.

Are you curious about the difference between Early Action, Early Decision and Regular Decision? Take a few minutes to read this article from the National Association of College Admissions Counseling (NACAC).

At Concord High School, we divide our caseloads alphabetically by students' last name:

Student Last Name A-D --------------------Mrs. Barbara Everett

Student Last Name E-K --------------------Mrs. Michele Alivernini

Student Last Name L-R --------------------Mr. Kyle Gaffney

Student Last Name S-Z --------------------Mrs. Karen Roskovensky

For more information regarding graduation requirements, career and college planning, as well as scheduling, please visit the Concord High School, School Counseling webpage.

CLICK the Bar BELOW for more information!

All of the Fall sports teams' schedules are posted on the Raiders Sports website.

Mark your calendars NOW! We want to see you at our athletic events.

Please check out of the Golden Raiders Marching Band competitions. You can follow the GRMB on Facebook and Instagram: @concordmusicboosters.

The cast and crew are working doggedly in order to wow the audience when they perform Disney’s Beauty and the Beast in December 2024. Beauty and the Beast is going back into the Disney vault for 15 years. There was a limited release and lucky the Concord Players were awarded the rights to perform this show. It is going to be amazing! Mark you calendars!

For up-to-date information please follow the Concord Players on Facebook and Instagram: @concordplayers

Do you want to order Concord Spirit Wear? Please check out our school store website. Orders take about two weeks to process.

https://raiderschoolstore.square.site/

Email:kevin.palladinetti@bsd.k12.de.us
Website: https://www.brandywineschools.org/concord
Location: 2501 Ebright Road, Wilmington, DE, USA
Phone: 302-475-3951
Facebook: facebook.com/ConcordRaiders