New Traditions at MLK
May is Asia Heritage month and we are celebrating it with several school-based activities. This year is the first time that we have celebrated both Black History Month and Asian Heritage month and we view these endeavors as pilots. Monthly culturally-focused celebrations are frowned upon in some circles. They are seen as shallow and perhaps old-fashioned but at the King, we are looking at these monthly celebrations as just that and as an opportunity to get parents directly involved in what kids are doing throughout the school day. The planning groups for both Black History Month and Asian Heritage Month are made up of parents with one or two staff members. Our plan is to really celebrate and highlight the cultural aspects that the CPS curriculum would not touch with hands on, engaging, interactive learning experiences. Read on >>
May 25th Movie Night
Eagle Huntress, Rated G | 5 - 7PM
 Aishol-pan, a 13-year-old Mongolian girl, trains to become the first female in 12 generations of her Kazakh family to become an eagle hunter and rises to the pinnacle of a tradition that has been handed down from father to son for centuries. While there are many old Kazakh eagle hunters who vehemently reject the idea of any female taking part in their ancient tradition, Aisholpan's father, Nurgaiv, believes that a girl can do anything a boy can, as long as she's determined.
Art Show
Please join us on Friday, May 18th from ?5 - 7PM for our Art Show in our hallways (similar to a gallery show). We will celebrate art from all our classes and there will be snacks and hidden “awesome pencils” Parent volunteers are needed to help hang work afterschool on May 17th Please email us if you are available between 4 - 6PM. Thank you.
May 16-18 Chinese Book Fair
Volunteer at Chinese Book Fair Friday, May 18 (Evening)
Email us if you can volunteer with this fun event where we help families purchase Chinese books not easily found in most bookstores.
Teacher/Staff Appreciation is Coming Up
May 7 - 11
This is a special week for parents to show their appreciation. Thank you in advance! We will have a luncheon for the teachers and staff on Wednesday, May 9th. Please sign up at by clicking here to bring in food for the luncheon. Or you can email me with what you are able to bring, and I can add you to the signup sheet. Info sheet was sent home two weeks ago in backpacks.
Again, many teachers are being careful this year and have requested more healthy options (esp. with desserts). Thank you for respecting this request!
Thank you to Pam Mindell and to all the parents who help make this a special week every year.
Getting to School Really Matters!
Did you know that missing school – even in the early grades – has a negative impact on learning over time? Learn more >>
Talent Show
Talent Show tryouts are Thursday, May 10th after school in Ms. Carpenter's room. Students must have a signed permission slip. The talent show is Friday, June 1st at 4:30PM.
Help Run Talent Show Auditions, Thursday, May 10 in the afternoon.
We need parent volunteers to help run the auditions on Thursday, May 10.
Email us if you can volunteer. A portion of the proceeds from the Talent Show benefits scholarships for children in need at our school to attend summer camps or our school's community school after school program.
Math & Science MCAS
We are almost finished with MCAS!
May 8 | Grades 4/5 Math
May 10 | Grades 4/5 Math
May 15 | Grade 3 Math, Grade 5 Science
May 17 | Grade 3 Math, Grade 5 Science
Outside CPS
Cambridge Parent Summit
Saturday May 12 | Fletcher Maynard Academy (at Windsor & Harvard Streets)
Discuss what matters to you about CRLS and our schools. This event is organized by and for parents of CPS students.
RSVP and vote for discussion topics by clicking here.
CRLS will have its own discussion session during both the morning and afternoon. For more info, click here. View the Flyer >>
Margaret Fuller Kids Summer Program?
June 29 - August 30?
Summer Explorations is focused on giving your child an exciting and educational summer camp experience. At Summer Explorations we believe that children learn and develop best in a healthy, positive and supportive environment. Summer Explorations and Margaret Fuller Kids are licensed by Massachusetts Office of Early Education & Care. Applications can be picked up at 71 Cherry St. Cambridge, MA or by contacting Dooshima Mngerem or 617.547.4680 x225.
KIDS 4 CODING will be offering Affordable Summer Tech Programs
At Lesley University in Cambridge, July 2 - Aug 17 and Newbury College in Brookline July 2 - July 27.
Let's Connect!
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UPCOMING EVENTS
May 4 | 3:30 - 5PM
King/PAUS Open Market Come and shop for free! Bring a shopping bag
May 8
Teacher Appreciation Breakfast
Grades 4/5 Math MCAS
May 9 | 8AM
Friends Meeting
Teacher Appreciation Lunch
May 10
Grades 4/5 Math MCAS
Talent Show Tryouts
Ms. Carpenter's Room
4PM
May 15 | 5:15PM
5th Grade Ballroom Dancing Show
War Memorial Gym
May 16, 17, 18 | 4 - 6PM
Chinese Book Fair
Library
May 18 | 5 - 7PM
All School Art Show
May 25
Movie Night: Eagle Huntress, Rated G
May 30 | 9 - 10AM
Kindergarten Open House
May 31
Dumplings Across Asia Potluck
June 1 | 4PM
Talent Show
June 5
Healthy Smiles Oral Exams Grades 1 & 3
View the complete MLK calendar >>
IN OUR DISTRICT & COMMUNITY
Title I Workshop for Dads and Male Caregivers:
The Impact Fathers Have on Their Children
May 8 | 6-8PM
Cambridge City Hall
Details >>
Scratch Day & CPS
May 10 | 5-7PM
CRLS
Details >>
Mindful Parenting /
Taller Respira
May 7, 21;
June 4 | 7-8:30PM
Amigos School
In these workshops, moms and dads gather to practice skills and practical exercises to reach a greater calm and clarity during difficult times in our daily lives. Dr. Beatriz Meza-Valencia, pediatrician, teaches about childhood and adolescent brain development and exercises easy to use in everyday life. Everyone is invited and attendance to prior sessions is not required. Sessions will be given in Spanish and English. Childcare provided. Questions?
[email protected]
Immigration Legal Screening Clinics - FREE!
This FREE monthly clinic offers participants a consultation with an immigration attorney and the chance to learn more about how immigration law affects them and their families.
Details >>
More immigration resources >>
More programs & events in our community >>
MOBILE APP
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FIND IT CAMBRIDGE
Looking for things to do in Cambridge? Then take a peek at Find It Cambridge!
www.finditcambridge.org
HEALTHY SNACK OF THE WEEK
Cambridge in Motion's healthy snack suggestion for the week is spinach salad with dried cranberries.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Dr. Martin Luther
King, Jr. School
102 Putnam Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02139
617.349.6562
Fax: 617.349.6569
Staff Listing
MLK Website
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