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Conant Polar Express | Friday, December 12, 2025
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Dear Conant Families and Caregivers,
I know that Winter officially arrives later in the month, but the week or so has definitely felt like it is already here! It has been cold at drop off, pick up and recess!
At Conant School we go outside for recess on most weather days. Severe cold (below 20 degrees F) and steady rain will keep us indoors for recess, but otherwise we take advantage of the benefits of being able to play and socialize outdoors.
If your parenting experience is anything like mine, you might be realizing only now that the winter layers your child needs for this coming season have all been outgrown! Please consider this a friendly nudge to take some time and ensure your child has the hat, gloves and coat necessary for our New England winter weather. When the snow arrives, snow pants and boots are also a must. Recognizing that all of these items are costly, PLEASE make sure your child’s name is labeled on all items. Unlabeled items have a difficult time making their way back to their owner, but labeled ones are usually hand delivered. If your family is having difficulty acquiring these items due to financial limitations, please connect directly either with our school counselor, Ms. Parsons hparsons@abschools.org or myself toreilly@abschools.org. We will be happy to connect you with local resources that can help.
My very best wishes for a warm, cozy weekend. As always, please let me know if I can support you or your family in any way.
Sincerely,
Tricia O’Reilly
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Dear Conant Families,
We are in the midst of the winter season, and we are starting to see an increase in the numbers of students with respiratory illnesses. One of the most effective ways to stop the spread of illness is to stay home when symptomatic, not only to speed recovery, but also also to prevent contagion.
If your child is experiencing frequent coughing, runny nose, sore throat, unexplained fatigue, body aches, diarrhea, vomiting, or fever - please keep your child at home until the symptoms improve. As a reminder, a student has to be fever free for 24 hours without fever reducing medication before being able to return to school.
We encourage you to check-in with your child’s pediatrician for testing or advice/recommendations.
Please notify the school nurse if your child has been diagnosed with any communicable illness (such as Flu, Strep, COVID-19, RSV, etc.). This information is kept confidential and helps us monitor and manage the health of our student body.
We appreciate your assistance in keeping our school community safe and healthy this winter.
And, as always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Kind regards,
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Margita Chudik BSN, RN, HN-BC, NCSN Luther Conant Elementary School Nurse
80 Taylor Road, Acton, MA 01720
Phone: (978)266-2550
Fax: (978)264-3329
E-mail: mchudik@abschools.org
Health & Nursing Services Website:
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Conant School
MCAS Schedule 2026
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April 2026
ELA: Grades 3-6 (March 23-April 17)
MATH (April 27-May 22)
STE (April 27-May 22)
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1
Grades 3 and 4
ELA
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2
Grades 3 and 4
ELA
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Good Friday
No School
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6
ASM
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Grades 5 and 6
ELA
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10
Grades 5 and 6
ELA
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13
ELA make ups
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ELA make ups
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17
Sing along
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20
No School
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21
No School
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22
No School
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23
No School
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24
No School
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27
IST Day
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May 2026
ELA: Grades 3-6 (March 23-April 17)
MATH (April 27-May 22)
STE (April 27-May 22)
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Grade 5
STE
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Grade 5
STE
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STE Make ups
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STE Make ups
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Grade 5 and 6
Math
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12
Grade 5 and 6
Math
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14
Grade 3 and 4
Math
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Grade 3 and 4
Math
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IST Day
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Math Make ups
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Math Make ups
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Memorial Day
No School
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Did you know that the Acton Food Pantry welcomes everyone? You can visit the Pantry and receive free groceries if you need food.
Transportation is available from Crosstown Connect.
Call 978-844-6809 to schedule a ride.
The Pantry is open to everyone; services are free. We never turn anyone away.
The Pantry is a drive-through grocery store. A volunteer will take your order, pack it, and deliver it to your car. It is that simple. We have resources available if you do not speak English. Clients may shop once a week, and we are open every week. Items available each week may include boxed pasta, canned tuna, canned vegetables, juice boxes, canned fruits, canned and dried beans, peanut butter, canned tomato products, rice, cereal, macaroni and cheese, boxed or fresh milk, eggs, frozen meat, fresh fruits and vegetables, and bread. We also provide baby food, formula, diapers, and wipes when these products are available.
The Acton Food Pantry is open
Wednesdays from 10 am to 7 pm
and
Thursdays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am
The Pantry is closed the week of the 4th Wednesday of every month
The Pantry is located at 235 Summer Rd., Building 1, Boxborough
(entrance at the back of the building)
978-635-9295
A calendar and more information can be found on our website www.actonfoodpantry.org
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 Does your household need food?
The Acton Food Pantry can help.
Acton Food Pantry 235 Summer Road Boxborough, MA
Wednesday 10am- 7pm and Thursday 9:30 am - 11:30 am
(Closed the week of the 4th Wednesday of each month)
This is a drive-thru Pantry. A volunteer will come to your car, ask a few simple questions, take your order, pack the grocery bags, and deliver the food to your car—free. It is that simple. Anyone who is in need can receive food.
Don’t have a car? Call Cross Town Connect 978-844-6809 and schedule a ride 24 hours in advance.
Or… Your child can bring a bag of food home from school every week. To set this up, please email our school's counselor, Heather Parsons at hparsons.abschools.org and include the following information:
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Conant Parents & Caregivers are invited to:
Morning Coffee &
Zoom Lunch with the Principal
January:
Tuesday, January 13 - Coffee with the Principal from 10:00-10:30
Friday, January 16 - Zoom Lunch from 12:00-12:30
February:
Tuesday, February 24 - Coffee with the Principal from 10:00-10:30
Friday, February 27 - Zoom Lunch from 12:00-12:30
March:
Tuesday, March 24 - Coffee with the Principal from 10:00-10:30
Friday, March 27 - Zoom Lunch from 12:00-12:30
April:
Tuesday, April 14 - Coffee with the Principal from 10:00-10:30
Friday, April 17 - Zoom Lunch from 12:00-12:30
May:
Tuesday, May 26 - Coffee with the Principal from 10:00-10:30
Friday, May 29 - Zoom Lunch from 12:00-12:30
Morning Coffee will be held in the Conant Conference Room.
Invite links for the Lunch Zoom will be shared the day before
the lunch via ParentSquare.
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