8th Grade Graduation: Wednesday 1PM
Tickets are needed due to limited seating in the auditorium; please contact Ms. Boadu if you need more than the three given to all 8th graders. 8th graders with permission will be released from school at 10:30AM. They should be back at school at 12:30PM. NOTE: Noon early release for ALL students.

Lost your lock? Missing books?
Please note that all students were given a lock by the school. If that is lost, your student needs to bring $5 to their advisory teacher or the office. Students have also been notified of any missing library books and textbooks, along with the replacement cost if a book is lost.

Supply Lists
The teachers are looking forward to meeting their new students next year. Here are welcome notes and supply lists for each grade level:

6th Grade | 7th Grade | 8th Grade



Summer Math Work
Students are all given summer math packets from their teachers. Completing these packets is very important to ensuring student skills stay strong so they are poised for success in the fall. The math department has also created summer math calendars to help students continue to practice their math skills over the summer. Although these are setup to be used over the summer, students can also use these as ideas to strengthen their mathematics over the school year. Find more information for your grade level >>



A Summer Reading Note from
Ms. Musher
Your summer reading assignment is to read (or listen to) five books, including at least one non-fiction, and record them in your book log. They can be anything you want!

Non-fiction can include memoirs, biographies, non-fiction comics, sports, books that teach you how to do something... whatever you're interested in, there's a non-fiction book about it!

If you need ideas, check out the lists on the school website. And if you're stuck for ideas email me, (Ms. Musher)! I can't wait to hear about what you read.



8th Grade Returns from DC
It was a safe and fun visit that included a trip to the newly opened National Museum of African American History and Culture. Check out the school Facebook page for images from the trip. A huge thanks to Families of RAUC and all community members for your work to make the trip available to all regardless of financial situation.


Exciting Technology News for Rising
9th Graders!
All 9th grade students will receive a Chromebook assigned to them for use at school and home over their high school career. Distribution will occur in early fall and students will be supported with training on device care and digital citizenship. You should have received notification from CRLS about this plan. Check out the details of the CRLS technology plan >>



Author Visit to 6th Grade: Marika McCoola
On May 23, we welcomed Marika McCoola to the 6th grade ELA classes. She is the New York Times-bestselling author of Baba Yaga's Assistant. She taught a one-hour workshop in each class. Students learned about the visual language of comics and the process of creating a graphic novel, and then wrote and drew their own comics. Thank you Families of RAUC for your generous funding of this special event!

FREE Creative Writing Workshops
Free summer writing program for students entering grades 6 - 8. Students will explore writing stories, poetry, and scripts.

Workshop 1: (3 weeks): July 10 - July 28 | 8:30 - 11:30AM
Workshop 2: (3 weeks): July 31 - August 18  | 8:30 - 11:30AM

Questions? Email Janice Tingle or call her at 617.349.7762

Download More Information and the Registration Form >>

Summer Math Enrichment Opportunities! 
Please make sure to check out the summer math offerings for students entering grades 6 - 8. Transportation can be provided for students. The offerings include:

Mathematics Workshops: perfect for students who want to boost grades and enhance their understanding of math. Session 1: July 10 - 28, Session 2: July 31 - August 18. FREE!
Math Bridge: perfect for rising 8th graders who are looking to accelerate their math learning and move up to Accelerated Math for 8th Grade. July 10 - August 18. FREE!
Mission Possible: Solve It (Moore Youth Center): perfect for students interested in an interactive Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math exploration. Field trips, hands on activities, and college visits can all be expected. Students can sign up for one week or several weeks. June 26 - August 18. Full day: 8:30 - 6:00 ($150/week); Half days: 12:00- 6:00 ($75/week).

For more information and applications, contact Sara Carhart, the math coach, at [email protected]

Out of School Time Opportunities
*All flyers and registration forms are available at RAUC. Students/families can contact Justin McNulty.

Cambridge Participatory Budgeting (see flyer)
When: June 1 - July 31, 2017
Contact: Justin and Michelle at 617.349.4270 or email us.
Visit the Website
Deadline: August 4, 2017

Cambridge Youth Gamelan (see flyer)
When: June 26 - June 28
Where: MIT World Music Room (next to the MIT Museum) 265 Massachusetts Ave
Time: 10AM - 1PM
Grades: 3 – 9
Cost: $30 for three classes, processing fee of $3-5 added per session
Contact: Email Us

Cambridge Summer Food Program
June 26 - August 11
Learn more >>

Youth Summer Arts
July 3 - August 18
Learn about the camp >>

Bunker Hill Community College Summer STEAM Enrichment Program
July 10 - August 18
Learn more >>

Run and Ride @ CambridgeSide
(see flyer)
July 23 | 8:30AM
Do you love to ride your bike and run? Compete in the eighth annual, kids only FREE duathlon with biking and running around CambridgeSide! For kids ages 5-13 years old, with prizes, race T-shirts, giveaways, entertainment, and more. Pre-register today at CambridgeSide.com. Plus, Kayak Fun for ages 10-13.



Follow the Cambridge Middle School Network (MSN)!
Stay updated on what's happening for middler schoolers in Cambridge. Find @CambridgeMSN on Facebook and Instagram! Be sure to sign up (via Facebook) to get the MSN monthly e-newsletter, too. View the MSN Out-of-School Time Opportunities Resource Guide >>