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Haggerty Holler: January 16, 2019
Published on Jan 16, 2019 12:52
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Family Folk Dance Fun!
On Thursday, November 30th, the entire Haggerty School Community gathered in the gym for our second annual family folk dance night! Our second graders had recently finished an 8-week curriculum during their Physical Education class with dancer Andy Taylor-Blenis (andytaylordance.com), to learn folk dance from the Colonial times through today - which was made possible by Friends of Haggerty! After this in-depth curriculum, our second graders lead the whole community in a fun night of dance - along with Andy and two live musicians (Susie Petrov and Catherine Miller). Andy had everyone up and dancing together - both grown-ups and kids. We are very lucky to have this additional opportunity supported by Friends of Haggerty - as well as this fun family night! The school was also decorated with folk art the students made in Art Class - thanks to Laurie Gaines (our art teacher) and Carroll Magill (Parent Volunteer).
 Featured 5th Grade Authors:
Shiffy & Maggie
Read these writings from our talented students!
Hear more >>
Library Corner
By: Sarah Novogrodsky
Magic in the Library
- Neva wrote a letter to an author on the other side of the country and she got a response!
- Second graders learning how to use the catalog and locate a book on the shelves.
- Ks using their shelf markers when they search for books.
- CPL librarian Margaret Macri distributes new kindergarten library cards.
- Reading together is the best!
Art Corner
The Folk Art Show in conjunction with Folk Dancing was a great way to collaborate with PE and Music to showcase our students creativity and talent. In art, we created a variety of pieces to express different forms of folk art. Students created animals and birds using paper mache and paper clay. They created line design drawings and collage and dioramas to showcase their animals.
Race Matters Presents
A conversation with Manuel J. Fernandez, Head of School at Cambridge Street Upper School
When: Thursday, January 17th, 6-7:30PM
What: Join us for an interactive presentation with Manuel J. Fernandez, current and founding Head of School at Cambridge Street Upper School. Mr. Fernandez will discuss the cultural proficiency work in which he has guided the faculty and staff of CSUS since the school opened in 2012. Through this work, CSUS is developing a team of culturally proficient educators who are challenging opportunity gaps.
Mr. Fernandez is the founder and President of the ManDez Group which provides professional development on issues related to equity and inclusion. He has worked for over thirty-years in public education as a counselor, teacher, assistant principal, high school and middle school principal. He was the Director of the Wayland METCO Program, President of the METCO Directors’ Association and founding Executive Director of Empowering Multicultural Initiatives a professional development collaborative of suburban school districts focused on culturally proficient schools and classrooms. He has served as an adjunct professor at the University of Massachusetts / Dartmouth, Northeastern University and Wheelock. He has received many awards and recognitions for social justice leadership and advocacy in schools. He is a recent recipient of the 2018 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drum Major for Education Award from the Cambridge NAACP.
Where: Haggerty School library
Logistics: Childcare will be provided by Friends of Haggerty. Pizza will be available for a $1/slice suggested donation (Please RSVP so we have enough pizza).
RSVP: Please RSVP to Meredith Moore ([email protected] or 718.753.4979) or here so that we can plan for childcare and food.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
In Our District & Community
Mind Matters: Families Make a Difference
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Cambridge Digs DEEP
Intent vs. Impact: Exploring Microaggressions
& Tools for Change
Saturday, January 26 | 12-2PM | CRLS
Join Mayor Marc McGovern and Councillor Sumbul Siddiqui for a city-wide community workshop facilitated by Dr. Darnisa Amante, CEO of the Disruptive Equity Education Project (DEEP). In this second session, participants will gain greater understanding of implicit bias and learn tools for recognizing and responding to microaggressions through interactive activities and role-playing scenarios. All are welcome. Food and child care will be provided. RSVP to the Facebook event here.
Cambridge Digs DEEP is an initiative launched by Mayor Marc McGovern and Councilor Sumbul Siddiqui to engage the community in conversations about equity, privilege, diversity, inclusion, and race in a series of forums and workshops. More info >>
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 >>
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]
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Race Matters Workshop: Manuel Fernandez
Thursday, Jan. 17
5:30 - 7PM
No School - MLK Day Observed
Monday, Jan. 21st
School Advisory Council Meeting
Monday, Jan. 28
8 - 9AM
Spaghetti Dinner
Wednesday, Jan. 30
5:30 - 7PM
Fundraiser for 5th grade Farm School trip - Dinner is $5 per person/$20 per family.
COACHES CORNER
Literacy Coach
This week we have two featured Fifth Grade Authors, Shiffy and Maggie from Ms. Stewart’s room (see details on left). The students welcome your feedback and or questions about their writing. As you may know our fifth graders will head to Farm School in a few weeks where they’re sure to have experiences that will inspire more narrative writing. Stay tuned for some exciting Writing News coming soon.
FRIENDS OF HAGGERTY
Please don’t forget to contribute to the Friends of Haggerty Winter Appeal.The money earned goes directly back to the classrooms for student enrichment, and supports things like field trips, library books, and artist and author visits (and much much more!!).
SPAGHETTI DINNER!
Wednesday, January 30
5:30 - 7PM
Haggerty Gymnasium
Our fifth graders are fundraising for their two night trip to the Farm School in Athol MA. Please join us for a delicious homemade meal of meatballs, spaghetti, salad and brownies!
Dinner is $5 per person/$20 per family. All are invited!
RACE MATTERS
Book Suggestion
I'm New Here
by Anne Sibley O'Brient
Grades: K-3
Ages: 5-8 years
2018-19 DHSP SCHOOL YEAR RESOURCE GUIDE
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HEALTHY SNACK OF THE WEEK
Here's Cambridge in Motion's healthy snack of the week suggestion:
roasted chickpeas & cucumber slices.
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110 Cushing St.
Cambridge, MA 02138
617.349.6555
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