Museum of Science Traveling Programs
On Monday, Upper Elementary students participated in a workshop with the Museum of Science Traveling Programs. In this workshop, students followed the engineering design process as they tested how changing the characteristics of a wind turbine’s blade affects its efficiency. After exploring which variables have the greatest impact on energy production, the students designed, built, and tested their own blades with an emphasis on improving their turbine. The program also incorporated science process skills and math framework connections, such as graphing and reporting results.
The Parking Rules are for Everyone
We realize it is tempting, especially with the cold weather coming our way, to pull up to the school, get out of the car and walk your child into class. The circle is for DROP OFF ONLY. If you must walk your child to class, you should be parking on the street and walking to the school. Please be considerate of others and follow the parking/drop off rules.
Staff Spotlight
Meet our New Building Sub Amany Hyte!
Where did you grow up and what brought you to Tobin?
I grew up in Egypt then I moved to the United States in 2003. I become inspired by the teaching method at Tobin School.
What is your favorite time of year?
I like spring because I can say goodbye to the frigid winter and enjoy the transition before the hot weather.
Who was your favorite teacher school and why?
My favorite teacher was the history teacher because he was very knowledgeable.
Skiing in Aspen or sunning in the tropics?
Sunning in the tropics
Favorite movie?
My favorite movie is Finding Nemo
Dark or milk chocolate?
Milk chocolate
Science Sabbatical
On Tuesday, the Lower Elementary teachers participated in a day of professional development at the Museum of Science. This was a continuation of the work that began last June as part of a Science Department sabbatical funded by a grant from Sanofi-Genzyme. Teachers dug deep into third grade curriculum on life cycles and animal traits and planned some exciting work to be done with students in the coming months. It was a productive day!
Little Santa
Walter Lind, a former Kindergarten student of room 284 visited our class and read to our children. Children were excited to see him back in our class and listened to the book "Little Santa" by Jon Agee. He made the story interesting by stopping at many points and asking "What is going to happen next?" Children loved the story.
 Winter Holiday Family Potluck
Room 283 Winter Holiday Family Potluck was a celebration of friendship and joy. We would like to thank Kerry, Narain's mother, Lisa, Bernadette's, mother, Shane, Lochlan's father, and Lara, Hannon's mother, for organizing such a successful event.
Cambridge Winter Farmers Market
Craving healthy, fresh produce? Looking to purchase some artisan cheeses or some jams and jellies? Curious to see some local art and crafts, or just to get out of the house and connect with neighbors? Then come to the Cambridge Winter Farmers Market! Opening day is right after the New Year on Saturday, January 5, and we will continue every Saturday through April 6, 10AM to 2PM at the Cambridge Community Center (5 Callender Street, Cambridge– a 10 minute walk from the Central Square T station). We've got a dynamite group of vendors, musicians, and other community groups assembled and we'd love to see you there! Come in from the cold and into our wonderful community gathering space - grab some coffee, freshly baked goods, your weekly produce, listen to the music, connect with your neighbors, and stay for lunch!
WHAT: Cambridge Winter Farmers Market
WHEN: Every Saturday,
January 5 - April 6, 2019 | 10AM-2PM
WHERE: The gymnasium of the Cambridge Community Center, 5 Callender Street
WHY: Good food, great music and art, wonderful community!
MORE INFO: cambridgewinterfarmersmarket.org,
[email protected]
* SNAP and HIP are gladly accepted at this market!
We Can't Wait to Get on the Bus that Will Take Us to See the Nutcracker!
Many of our students got all dressed up today to head into the Jose Mateo performance of the Nutcracker. Hazel, Rose and Omri, who are Tobin students, will be in the performances.
Learning & Professional Time
Like any other resource, schools must use their time wisely if we hope to realize the promise of educational equity through rigorous, joyful, and culturally responsive experiences for all learners.
In 2017-18, a joint group of educators and administrators, co-chaired by leaders from the Cambridge Education Association (CEA) and CPS Office of Curriculum and Instruction recommended that CPS “lengthen the standard day for students and staff at all levels.” After an extensive collaborative process, the Superintendent of Schools has decided to propose a moderate increase to the 6 hour elementary and upper school day, along with guidelines for effectively meeting the educational, developmental, and social-emotional needs of students.
A new FAQ has been posted in response to questions we have received during the community feedback process. More details from surveys, working groups, and feedback sessions will be posted soon. Learn more >>
In Our District & Community
Cambridge SEPAC Meeting
January 17 | 6-7:30PM | CRLS
Topic: Potential Changes to School Schedules in CPS
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]
Cambridge Affordable Housing Information Sessions
Attend an upcoming affordable housing workshop in the New Year! Learn about a range of rental and homeownership programs offered through the City. Learn more >>
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UPCOMING EVENTS
December 24-January 1
School Vacation
Classes resume on January 2
Thursday, January 10
8AM
School Council
Art room
Friday, January 11 | 8AM
Superintendent will meet with families to
discuss the proposed extended school day.
More information will follow.
View Tobin School Calendar >>
View District Calendar >>
BAGS NEEDED!
Grocery bags are needed for the monthly Free Market.
If you have any hanging around, please drop them off in the office.
IMPORTANT THINGS
TO REMEMBER
BY MR. ROGERS
“In times of stress, the best thing we can do for each other is to listen with our ears and our hearts and to be assured that our questions are just as important as our answers."
FREE BREAKFAST
FOR EVERYONE
Thanks to the City of Cambridge, students can access a healthy, delicious & nutritious breakfast absolutely FREE of charge! Learn more >>
2018-19 DHSP SCHOOL YEAR RESOURCE GUIDE
This handy guide is available via Find It Cambridge! Take a look >>
HEALTHY SNACK OF THE WEEK
Here's Cambridge in Motion's healthy snack of the week suggestion:
whole wheat tortillas with hummus, sprouts, cucumber, and carrots.
GET CONNECTED
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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
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197 Vassal Lane
Cambridge, MA 02138
617.349.6600
Fax: 617.349.6890
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