Reflections from Katie, the Principal 
Reflecting on what is happening at school these days is a bit challenging in the face of what is happening in the world these days. As I sit down to write these reflections, I keep trying to figure out what to say about the events of the past few weeks, and I really have no words. Except perhaps to say thank you. There were so many hugs, looks of understanding, expressions of gratitude that came our way this past week, and those were very meaningful. But I think the most powerful thing I can do is keep our focus on the amazing teaching and learning that is happening at our school every day. So, I want to talk about math... Hear more from Katie >> 



Spotlight on Our Specialists... 
This week's Spotlight shines on Glen Sherman, our Math Coach! Get to know Glen >> 



Remember to Register for Kindergarten 
Was your child born between September 1, 2010 and March 31, 2012? Your child can go to public school in September 2016! Please register your child for Kindergarten during the month of January – this is when you will have the most choice in where your child will go to school. You may register late, but after January, you may not be able to choose a school. Download the application online by emailing [email protected] to get started, or request a sibling application from Shirley Harvey (in person at C'port, [email protected], or 617.349.6587 x111). Sibling families are encouraged to complete the process in person at C’port by Wed., Jan. 6, 2016.



In Our Community

Advanced Learning Parent Advisory Group
Meet with other parents to share experiences and offer mutual support and extend your student’s learning at home. 
Date: December 16 | 6:30-8PM
Location: Cambridge Rindge & Latin School, Room 1401 
Questions: Paula Feynman, [email protected]

Community Conversations  
Sister to Sister –  Bone Health: Strength & Balance as Wellness Goals
Ever wanted to talk with a health care expert who looks like you? Knows your issues? Can offer solutions tailored to your community? Come talk in a relaxed setting where you can comfortably ask questions that really matter to you. 
Date: December 13 | 2-4PM
Location: Simply Erinn’s, 268 Brookline Street, Cambridge
Questions: ccsister2sister.org

Free Fall Bike Workshops with the City of Cambridge
–Bicycle Maintenance Basics
January 7 | 5:30PM 
–Beyond Maintenance Basics
January 7 | 7PM 
–Winter Biking Basics
January 13 | 3:30PM 
Location: 344 Broadway 
RSVP: 617.349.4671 or [email protected]

Baby U 
Are you the mother or father of a child 3 years or younger? Baby U wants to connect with you. Parenting is hard work. When we have support, information, opportunities to connect and share parenting ideas it can be helpful. 
Details: Saturday mornings, 9:15AM-12:15PM beginning January 2016 at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. School 
More: We offer give-aways. We provide breakfast, childcare during workshops, transportation to/from Baby U. You could win $400 cash prize. 
Info: 617.349.6204 or [email protected]