CPS Weekly Update
Wednesday, August 29, 2018
Weekly Update: Wednesday, August 29, 2018
Welcome Back!
On Monday, the Concordia Prep administration, faculty, and staff welcomed all students to campus for the start of the 2018-19 school year. View Photos From The First Day
New Faculty
Welcome New Faculty to Concordia Prep. Front row, from left: Ms. Heather Mattes ’96, Mrs. Emily Mori ’12, Mrs. Amanda Trapani, and Ms. Anna Heckel ’10. Back row, from left: Mrs. Kara Baney, behind her is Mr. Chris Genszler, Mrs. Barbara Ross, Mr. Ryan Baney, and Mr. Emmanuel Holder.
Reminder: No school this Friday, August 31 or Monday, September 3. School is closed for Labor Day.

Reminders about Drop-Off and Pick-Up Procedures
  • Be courteous to neighbors, avoiding blocking traffic and neighbors driveways.
  • Always pull to the end of the circle drive prior to stopping.
  • Avoid honking unless it is to avoid an accident.
  • Avoid stopping in the middle lane for any reason.
  • Avoid parking/leaving your car while in the circle in the mornings or afternoons.
  • No students should be picked up on Concordia Drive.

Back to School Night 2018
All parents and guardians are invited to attend our annual Back to School Night on Thursday, September 6, from 6:30-8:30 pm.  During back to school night, you will get a glimpse into your student’s typical day at school. We hope that this opportunity to meet and visit briefly with our fine teachers will make you aware of what is going on at school so that together we can provide the best education possible. A map of the school is provided with your student's schedule. Please feel free to stop by the Health Suite and say hello to our excellent school nurse Mrs. Marquardt.

Back to School Night Schedule
6:15-6:35: Gather in the CPS Cafeteria to pick up schedules

To follow your student’s schedule this evening, go to the “Drop 8” column on the schedule. Follow periods 1-7. For the period 8 class, see the last block of the “Drop 7” column- period 7.

Class Schedule for Back to School Night
  • 1st 6:44-6:51
  • 2nd 6:56-7:03
  • 3rd 7:08-7:15
  • ADVISORY—7:20-7:27
  • 4th 7:32-7:39
  • 5th 7:44-7:51
  • 6th 7:56-8:03
  • 7th 8:08-8:15
  • 8th 8:20-8:27
There will be no formal closing this evening; you may leave after your last class. 

Members of the Concordia Prep Parent-Teacher League (PTL) and Saints Athletic Boosters Club will be in the Media Center. 
  • Visit the PTL table to become a member and/or sign up to volunteer on one of many committees.
  • Visit the Gently Used Uniform table to purchase items - most items are $5 (cash preferred).
  • Visit the Booster Club to learn about opportunities to support our student-athletes.
  • The Booster Club will have CPS spirit wear available for purchase.

Carpool List
Mrs. Baker is compiling a list of families that are in need of carpooling or are willing to help others who are in need of carpooling. If you are interested in adding your contact information for this list, please email  lucybaker@concordiaprepschool.org  with your contact number and your address. 

Contact Information
Please update the school if your telephone number, address, or email address has changed over the summer months.

2018-19 Handbook and Forms
The Upper School and Middle School Handbooks and Forms are posted on OnCampus . Once you are logged in, click on the link in the top navigation bar that says Resources . If you are having difficulty accessing OnCampus, please contact Mrs. Amanda Trapani, Director of Technology, at 410-825-2323 ext. 236, or at  amandatrapani@concordiaprepschool.org .

Technology Acceptable Use Policy
All students must complete and return the Technology Acceptable Use Policy by  September 14, 2018 . The policy has changed from the previous school year. Failure to return the policy form by this date may result in suspension of network account privileges. The form is located in the Upper School and Middle School Handbook Forms, which is posted on OnCampus. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mrs. Amanda Trapani, Director of Technology, at 410-825-2323 ext. 236, or at  amandatrapani@concordiaprepschool.org .

The Concordia Prep Theatre Department Presents The Great Gatsby November 2, 3, 4
UPPER SCHOOL AUDITIONS: Tuesday, September 4, 3:30 - 6:00 pm . in room 207. Expect to read from sides (cold readings) taken from the script. Sides used during auditions are available from Mrs. Johnson.

** OPTIONAL— Students may also audition with a prepared monologue (under 2 min.). NOTE: Dancers will also be needed as extras in several scenes. Questions, or if you’d like to view a copy of the script early, see Mrs. Johnson (room 207). Download a flyer for complete details.

Mark your calendars for the middle school and upper school production of  Annie,  which will be performed May 2-5.

Picture Day: Thursday, September 6
CPS individual and class photos, Grades 6-11, will be taken on  Thursday, September 6.  Please  download a picture order form . All students are asked to bring the order form with payment.

Support Our CPS Art Students
A group of CPS art students has been invited to participate in a unique art opportunity on Sept. 7 – 9. Little Italy’s Madonnari Arts Festival is a three-day annual event that showcases elaborate chalk paintings created by artists directly on the streets. The tradition of street painting dates back to the 16 the century in Italy and has now been brought to life here in Baltimore.

Our students will have the opportunity to showcase their work alongside their peers and meet well- known Madonnari artists coming to participate from around the country as well as three masters of Madonnari from Italy. All work will be judged by a panel of members of Baltimore’s art world and prizes will be awarded. During the festival guests can converse with the artists as they create their masterpieces. There will be musical performances daily as well as a lecture series located inside the Kohler store. Kids are welcomed to enjoy activities such as a children’s chalk area and face painting. Please come out and support our art students’ creative efforts and enjoy the fun. For more information check: littleitalymadonnari.com

Acceptable Shoe Policy
Please review the following PDF for details about the acceptable shoes for Upper School and Middle School students. Middle School students may also wear athletic shoes that must not exceed three colors including the brand logo and may not have metallic/shiny finishes.

Please contact Mr. Curtis Miller with questions:   curtismiller@concordiaprepschool.org .

School Uniforms
Please be reminded that Lands’ End is the  sole  provider of school uniform bottoms, shirts, and sweaters. All of these uniform pieces must be purchased through Lands’ End. The preferred school code is  900101890 . For more details, go to:  https://www.landsend.com/pp/SchoolSearch.html?action=landing&selectedSchoolNum=900101890 Make sure you are on the specific Concordia Prep website.  

Here is more information from Lands' End on how to order the uniform including information on two area retailers:

If you have any questions about the Concordia Preparatory School-Sponsored Dress Code, please contact Curtis Miller at   CurtisMiller@ConcordiaPrepSchool.org.

Become a Host Family: Information Meeting on Tuesday, September 4 at 3:00 pm
If you are interested in hosting a student, and participate in this life enriching experience, you can contact me via email, contact Sandy Cardona, General Coordinator and Founder, at  sandy.cardona@facesandcultures.com , or fill out the  attached Host Family Application Form  and send it as an attachment to us. 

We will host an informational meeting at school for potential host families, in which a FACES representative will share about the experience of hosting and solve any questions you may have.  Please join us on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. in the Media Center. 

Please contact Mrs. Sara Welinsky at  SaraWelinsky@concordiaprepschool.org  with questions.

News from the Parent-Teacher League (PTL)
Back to School Pool Party on Friday, September 7 from 5:30 to 8:30 pm @ Valleybrook Country Club, 1810 Valleybrook Drive, Kingsville, MD 21087

Concordia Prep’s PTL is hosting a back to school pool party for all Concordia Prep students, teachers, parents and siblings. Students and teachers are FREE; parents/siblings are $10 each.  A signed waiver, RSVP form + money due September 4th to Main Office. All guests must sign a waiver. PIZZA provided by PTL, each family requested to bring an item to share (see RSVP form for a shared item). Enjoy the activity pool with 2 diving boards, water slide, lazy river, vortex and water basketball plus lap pool.

Questions: contact Holly Bergen at ptl@concordiaprepschool.org .
Hope to see you there! 
2018-19 School Year

Friday, August 31: Labor Day Break-School Closed

Monday, September 3: Labor Day Break-School Closed

Thursday, September 6: School Pictures for Students, Back to School Night, 6:30 to 8:30 pm

Friday, September 7: Pizza will be sold during all lunches for $1.50 per slice.

PLT Back to School Pool Party, 5:30 - 8:30 pm @ Valleybrook Country Club

Monday, September 10: Retreat Day

Thursday, October 4: Parent-Teacher Conferences, 4:00 - 8:00 pm

Friday, October 5: School Closed for Students, Parent-Teacher Conferences, 8:00 am - 12:00 noon

Monday, October 8-Friday, October 12: Spirit Week

Wednesday, October 10: Middle School Field Trips, PSAT Testing, No School for Seniors, Noon Dismissal

Friday, October 12: Annual Variety Show at 7:30 pm

Saturday, October 13: Open House for Prospective Families, 10:00 am 12:00 noon, Homecoming, Alumni Hall of Fame, Homecoming Dance

Monday, October 15: School Closed, Faculty Professional Development

Tuesday, October 23: School Picture Re-takes and Senior Pictures.

Friday, November 2: Report Cards Issued

Friday, November 2-Sunday, November 4 : CPS Theatre Department Presents The Great Gatsby

Friday, November 16: Basket Bingo

Saturday, November 17: Ring Dance

Tuesday, November 20: Thanksgiving Chapel

Wednesday, November 21 - Friday, November 23: School Closed for Thanksgiving Break

Tuesday, December 11: Middle and Upper School Fine Arts Festival at 7 pm

Friday, December 14: Christmas Chapel

Monday, December 17 - Thursday, December 20: Exams, Noon Dismissal

Friday, December 21 - Wednesday, January 2 : School Closed for Christmas Break


Lunch Orders
Order lunches from Terri’s Cafe here: 

Coca Cola Give Program
Concordia Prep is participating in the Coca Cola Give program.