Update from Rindge Avenue Upper School | March 27, 2018
Published on Mar 27, 2018 10:17

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  March 27, 2018
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Summer Planning Workshops at RAUC 
Today, Tuesday, March 27, all 6th, 7th and 8th graders participated in a Summer Workshop – a session devoted to hearing about all their options, hearing from each other, and thinking individually about their goals and plans for the summer. Workshops are facilitated by summer program providers in the community, so students hear from at least 8 different summer programs that are options for them that summer. Ask your child about what they heard, and who they met!

At RAUC, the point person to talk to about summer plans and applications is Justin McNulty, Health Teacher ([email protected]). Please reach out if you have questions! The Middle School Network also provides resources to families and young people to help with summer plans. Please check out the following resources to see what was shared with students: Photo: Mission Possible, CYP's STEAM program at Moore Youth Center

Sound Exploration: Pick Up An Instrument & Play! 
Come jam and make some music after school with an instrument of your choice! You can bring your own instrument, make your own instrument, play the instruments we have here at the school, or just sit and listen! NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED! ALL ARE WELCOME! Some of those instruments include piano, guitar, bass, drums, and some others. Pick an instrument, learn to play something in just A FEW MINUTES, jam with some friends, and let’s R.A.U.C.

The group will meet Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 3-4PM. Ask Mr. Fairbanks for more details! [email protected]

MCAS Starts Next Week
The RAUC MCAS schedule can also be found on the Rindge Avenue calendar on our website.

7th Gr ELA: Wed., April 4 and Thurs., April 5
6th Gr ELA: Wed., April 11 and Thurs., April 12
8th Gr ELA: Thurs., April 26 and Fri., April 27
Make up ELA All Grades: Mon., April 30 - Wed., May 2
8th Gr Math: Tues., May 8 and Wed., May 9
6th Gr Math: Thurs., May 10 and Fri., May 11
7th Gr Math: Tues., May 15 and Thurs., May 17
Make up Math All Grades: Fri., May 18
8th Gr STE: Mon., May 21 and Tues., May 22
Make-up Math All Grades & 8th Gr STE: Wed., May 23 and Thurs., May 24

Reminder to help your student get a good night sleep and have a good breakfast on testing days.

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Collaborating with Cambridge Police to Promote Social Media Safety
On Wednesday, March 21st, Detective Gustavo Lopez, Officer Pam Morris and Officer Michael “Whytee” Daniliuk from Cambridge Police Departments Youth and Family Services Unit teamed up with Health Teacher Mr. Justin McNulty to present a Sexting and Social Media Safety lesson during Health classes. They discussed the legalities around sexting and how to be cautious and safely use social media and communication platforms such as Snapchat, Instagram and Texting. The Youth and Family Service Unit was able to present to two 7th grade, one 8th and one 6th grade class. They will be returning to present to the rest of the classes in the following weeks.

Specials Learning Previews
See what our students are going to be studying this month! Read more >>


Find It Cambridge
Have You Checked Out Find It Cambridge? 
Cambridge's one-stop resource for programs and activities for children and families!
Want to help make it even better? 

Find It Cambridge works closely with CPS to provide accurate information that families need. Find It has partnered with a group of Harvard graduate students to assess its current impact and find ways to make it even better. If you have TWO minutes to share your opinion, click here.
Chance to Dance

Step Up and Take Your Chance to Dance
April 10 | 3:30 - 4:30PM | CRLS Dance Studio, Room 0621
All Cambridge 7th and 8th graders are invited.
RSVP by Friday, April 6 by clicking hereView the Flyer >>

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Upcoming Opportunities Outside School
All flyers and registration forms are available at RAUC. Students or families can contact Justin McNulty
Learn more about opportunities outside school via the Middle School Network

Teen Dance Intensive 
When: April 16-22
Where: Dance Complex, 536 Mass Ave, Cambridge
Time: 9AM-1PM
Ages: 11-18
Cost: Free
Contact: jeanappolonexpressions.org/teen-intensive/

Maud Morgan: Architecture Workshop (see flyer)
When: April 17-20
Where: 20 Sacramento Street, Cambridge
Time: 1-5:30PM
Grades: 6-8
Cost: $280, Scholarships available
Contact: 617.349.6287; www.maudmorganarts.org/programs-workshops/school-vacation-programs/school-vacation-program-descriptions/

Beyond the 4th Wall April Vacation
When: April Vacation
Where: 44 Linnaean St, Cambridge
Ages: 7-12
Cost: $400, Scholarships available
Contact: [email protected], 617.710.3864

Shoe Sole Shoe Design (see flyer and form)
When: April 17-20
Where: Frisoli Youth Center
Time: 9AM - 3PM
Grades: 6, 7 and 8 
Cost: Free; snacks & lunch provided
Contact: [email protected], 617.253.3410

Boston University Reading Skills Program (see flyer)
When: Weekly programs from June 23 - August 27
Where: Boston University/Lasell College
Time: Varies by program
Ages: 4-16
Cost: Tuition $269; Materials Fee $39
Contact: www.bu.readingprograms.org

Summer STEAM @ BHCC (see flyer)
When: Weekly programs July 9 - August 3
Where: Bunker Hill Community College
Time: varies by program
Ages: 8-13
Cost: $199
Contact: Register at www.bhcc.edu/STEAMsummer

MIT MAES (Latinos in Science and Engineering)
Science Extravaganza

When: April 28th
Where: MIT Campus
Time: All Day
Grades: 6th and 7th
Cost: FREE
Contact: maes.mit.edu/about.html, 617.253.3245, [email protected]

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2018 DHSP Summer Program Guide
Get started on planning a summer of fun! 
Learn more via Find It Cambridge >>


Curbside Compost

Curbside Compost Goes Citywide April 2!
Have you heard the wonderful news? Tell your friends, family, and neighbors to grab their new bins and start composting! 
Find out more >>

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RAUC EVENTS
No School: Good Friday
March 30

School Site Council Meeting
April 4 | 7:30AM

FRAUC Meeting
April 11 | 6PM

Cafe Night
April 12 | 5PM

No School:
April Vacation

April 16-20

APRIL VACATION  MATH CAMP – 8TH GRADERS
April 17-19 | 9AM-12:30PM
CRLS
Details >>

HEALTH & WELLNESS TIP
Did you know? Early signs and symptoms of depression include loss of interest in usual activities, withdrawal from friends, and dropping grades in school. Reach out to Ms. Boadu ([email protected]) or Mr. McNulty ([email protected]) if you have any questions about a tip or concerns about your student’s social emotional well-being.

IMMIGRATION LEGAL SCREENING CLINICS
FREE consultations with an immigrant attorney every third Wednesday of the month. Details >>
More resources >>

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HEALTHY SNACK OF THE WEEK 
Here's Cambridge in Motion's Healthy Snack of the week suggestion:
sunflower seeds & cheese stick.

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FIND IT  
Looking for things to do in Cambridge? Take a peek at Find It Cambridge! 
www.finditcambridge.org
 

IN OUR COMMUNITY
See a list of programs and events in our community.
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