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Tobin Weekly: November 30, 2018
Published on Nov 30, 2018 13:14

November 30, 2018

Buddy Bench
We are excited that the students are utilizing our new Tobin Montessori Buddy Bench! What is a Buddy Bench you ask?
A Buddy Bench is a bench in a recess yard or park that helps kids build friendships and feel less lonely- watch video here.

Our Buddy Bench is extra special because it is in memory of one of our Tobin students, Sajni Chakrabarti. Sajni was an extraordinary child who believed in spreading kindness and celebrating differences.

Last week, each classroom teacher shared a presentation that described the Buddy Bench and how to use it. The presentation included information about who Sajni was and the powerful, positive impact she had on those around her. This Buddy Bench truly represents her spirit of friendship and love for our Tobin community.

See the presentation the classroom teacher shared here.

Click on the links below to learn more about how Sajni and how she continues to impact the world:
1. Boston Globe
2. Children's Hospital
3. Lucy's Love Bus

Please ask your child if they have used the Buddy Bench or if they have seen it in action!

Nutcracker
Ms. Carrie came to teach us about ballet and The Nutcracker. We learned there are different versions of the story, who wrote the original story, who composed the music, and who choreographed the ballet. We read books, danced, listened to music, and each had a turn with the nutcrackers! We got to try on various costume pieces that a ballet dancer would wear during a production of the Nutcracker. We were also so happy that our friends from room 286 were able to join us!

Turkey Trot
The Turkey Trot was amazing last week! All the children ran around the track with a feather that they decorated (it represented $1.00 in value). We had several family sponsors for this event...We are very grateful for your generosity. We were able to raise $521.00! Scott Brigante from the Margaret Fuller House came by to collect the check just before the Thanksgiving break.

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Improving Learning & Professional Time
Join the discussion of school schedules in CPS!

Cambridge Public Schools is seeking to understand the use of time in our schools and identify possible improvements, with a focus on elementary and upper schools. We are gathering stakeholder feedback through a study and design process that includes public meetings, focus groups, and surveys. Give input via survey >>

Join us for a feedback session with the CPS community on December 5 at 6PM at Morse School. Childcare and dinner will be provided. Share your opinion about the length of the school day and school year and tell us what you wish there was more time for in the day. Learn more >>

Outside Opportunities

Immigration Legal Screening Clinics
3rd Wednesday each month, 5:15-7:15PM
Free consultations with an immigration attorney for Massachusetts immigrants and their families
Community Legal Services & Counseling Center (CLSACC)
90 Third St., Cambridge
617.349.4396; [email protected]
See flyer >>

Cambridge Affordable Housing Information Sessions
Learn about the eligibility requirements and application process for the following programs Cambridge Rental and Homeownership Programs: Inclusionary Housing Rental Program for studios, 1BR, 2BR, & 3BR units
throughout Cambridge, Homeowner Resale Pool, First-Time Homebuyer Workshop, Downpayment Assistance, and HomeBridge. Open to all. No RSVP Necessary. Learn more >>

City of Cambridge Participatory Budget Vote Week is Here
Are you a resident of Cambridge and at least 12 years old? Come out and VOTE on how to spend $900,000 to improve the city! Participatory Budgeting (PB) is a democratic process through which community members directly decide how to spend part of a public budget. The City hopes that PB will help Vote directly involve residents in the budgeting and City-building process, foster civic engagement and community spirit, and help ensure that the City’s Capital Plan reflects the priorities of Cambridge residents. More info on when and where to vote for your favorite projects is
available here.

UPCOMING EVENTS
Wednesday, December 5
8AM
Montessori 101
Art Room

Wednesday, December 5
End of Trimester

Thursday, December 6
8AM
Picture Retake Day
Lobby
If your child was absent or you are not satisfied with the picture, please return the picture to the photographer. They will be happy to retake the picture.

Week of December 10
Parent Conference Week.
Your child's teacher will be contacting you about scheduling a time to come in and talk about your child's progress.

Tuesday, December 11
Tobin Market
Free market for ALL families!
See flyer at bottom of e-mail.

Wednesday, December 12
Reports Cards Go Home

Thursday, December 13
School Council

View Tobin School Calendar >>
View District Calendar >>

MONTESSORI 101
December 5 | 8AM
Tobin Art Room
Please join us for a parent education session on the basics of the Montessori model. Parents will be given the opportunity to hear about what life is like inside the walls of a Montessori classroom. We will address the areas of the classroom, the materials students use, the philosophy, and how your child(ren) learn(s) “all that stuff”! We encourage our students to be active learners, and we hope you will join us on this journey, too. Even experienced families can learn something here, or share what they have learned with other families.

FYI
–Did you know that school breakfast is FREE for everyone?
–Did you know that if your child is eligible for reduced lunch, it is now FREE?

THANK YOU
A HUGE thank you for the overwhelming response to the request for boys clothing. We received bags and bags of much needed clothing and they have been brought to the Title One office who works directly with our homeless population.

HAVE BAGS TO SPARE?
Shopping bags are needed for our monthly Market (takes place on December 11th at 2:10PM). If you have some to donate, please bring them to the office.

RECOGNIZE THESE SCOOTERS?
They have been in the lobby for a very long time now...
If they are yours, please let us know right away.

GET INVOLVED: BUILDING EQUITY BRIDGES
What are the root causes of educational inequity in Cambridge? Thanks to a grant from the Nellie Mae Education Foundation, CPS educators, students, families and community members can come together to share experiences around this important issue. Learn more, and sign up to participate in upcoming focus groups on the Building Equity Bridges page.

IMPORTANT THINGS
TO REMEMBER
BY MR. ROGERS
“Grandparents are both our past and our future. In some ways they are what has gone before, and in others they are what we will become."

2018-19 DHSP SCHOOL YEAR RESOURCE GUIDE
The new guide is now available via Find It Cambridge! Take a look >>

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HEALTHY SNACK OF THE WEEK
Here's Cambridge in Motion's healthy snack of the week suggestion:
carrot and celery sticks with Greek yogurt dip.

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GET CONNECTED
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