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Cambridge Street Upper School | Tuesday Take Home | February 12, 2019
Published on Feb 12, 2019 14:52
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School Vacation: February 18 - 22
School Re-Opens February 25
Message from Manuel J. Fernandez
Dear CSUS Parents and Caregivers,
DIVERSITY DIALOGUES
In response to the many questions often posed by parents and caregivers we are pleased to invite you to our Feb. 28th Diversity Dialogues “How to Talk to Children about Race”. Our presenter will be anti-racist educator Michael Feldstein. Mike is a Newton Public Schools elementary teacher who I worked with since the 1996 as co-facilitators of equity and inclusion initiatives. Mike immerses himself in these conversations with his students daily and presents regularly at conferences on this topic. The RSVP date for the dinner and dialogues is Feb. 25. Please sign up early. We anticipate that many elementary staff and parents and caregivers will join us. We hope to see you there!
REPORT CARDS
Report cards were posted and distributed on Feb, 8th. If you have not viewed or received your child’s report card please contact your child’s advisor or Ms. Robinson in the main office.
CONFERENCES
Scholars will be showcasing their schoolwork and discussing progress on their educational goals with you in the upcoming Scholar-Led Conferences. During these conferences, scholars will lead a discussion with you about their school work, while teachers will help direct conversation and answer questions you may have. The dates for Scholar Led Conferences are Feb. 26 - Mar.1. If you have not scheduled a conference please contact your child’s homeroom advisor for available times and dates.
8TH GRADE PARTNERSHIP WITH KLO
After many CSUS scholars expressed interest in working with younger scholars for their community service requirement, we decided to explore this opportunity within our very own building! Recently, some of our 8th graders began a mentoring program with our KLO neighbors. The scholars involved have a designated time during the week to support the younger students in various ways. This connection is a unique opportunity to build relationships and develop leadership skills. Scholars are also becoming acquainted with KLO teachers and staff through this process. Although we have just begun, it is evident that this experience will be enriching for both our scholars and our younger friends downstairs. We look forward to building upon this service project this coming semester. CSUS would like to extend a sincere thank you to KLO staff for their willingness to partner with us and for being incredibly welcoming to our 8th graders.
MOVEMENTS PROJECT
In the Movements project, as part of the 8th grade physics unit, scholars designed and built kinetic sculptures (sculptures that move) that represent a social justice movement. They collaborated in teams and used a variety of materials to create their original pieces. Scholars also discussed and wrote artist-scientist statements that connected the physical laws of motion with an understanding of social dynamics. For example, the concept of inertia can be used to explain the motion of inanimate objects as well as the challenge of getting people to change their behavior. Check out this link for project photos! This engaging project is the outcome of the research grade 8 teacher Donna Peruzzi explored as a participant of the ReMaking STEM project (with TERC researchers Eli Tucker-Raymond and Maria Olivares).
SCHOLAR IDENTITY ASSEMBLY – ORIGINALITY
Our Scholar Identity assemblies were unveiled this year to highlight our new logo. The logo illustrates the attributes we endeavor to have all scholars exemplify at CSUS. The assemblies have been well received. The assemblies are facilitated by scholars and feature scholar work and performances aligned with the month’s identity attribute. Last month we celebrated the attribute Originality. The Originality assembly featured the Cobra Jazz Band, original poetry from 8th graders, 7th grade Drum Major for Justice Presentations, Paleolithic poetry from 6th graders, the Lunar New Year, the Cobra Dance Crew and presentations on original currency and superheroes. Similar to our three previous assemblies scholars enthusiastically recited, I am a CSUS Scholar. This month’s participants included Joy Ajwad, Mariela Allen Cadet, Jacqueline Argueta, Samiyah Armstrong, Simran Aryal, Alina Baimatova, Shahria Basiria, Clio Bildman, Anaiya Brown, Adam Chrifialaoui, Sakina Cotton, Miriam Cruz-Pimentel, Ashley Encarnacion, Lucy Engels, Lyra Ericson, Cidra Fraley, Angelina Gonzalez, Jeremy Kravitz, Kevin Leal, Henry Lesatale, Leo Longo, Federik Montalvo Lugo, Ruth Palmer, Parnika Phuyal, Bruce Raymond, Elijah Robinson, Nick Robles de la Cruz, Samantha Rosenberg, Sara Sabry, Jaylen Semedo Georges, Mohamed Soleman, Sara Solomon, Zuri Sueskagan Moses, Shaylah Swindell, Kailani Taylor Cribb, Camilla Tineo Herrera, Ismail Turman, Sylvia Van Praagh, and Sonia Wu. Next month’s assembly will highlight the attribute Leadership.
On behalf of TEAM CSUS, thank you for choosing CSUS! We are humbled that you have entrusted us with your child’s education. We are mindful that you have choices and we are pleased that you chose us. Please do not hesitate to contact me or any TEAM CSUS staff member if you have any questions, concerns or suggestions.
Peace,
Manuel J. Fernandez
Head of School
Diversity Dialogues 2018-19
How to Talk to Children About Race
Thursday, February 28 | Dinner 6PM, Dialogue 6:30 - 8PM
See flyer >>
RSVP >>
OSS Transition Fair
Thursday, February 14, 2019 | 5:30 – 7:30PM
In the CRLS Cafeteria
Are you a parent of or a student with disabilities wondering about the future after graduating? There are services and resources available to help! Come to the transition fair where agency representatives will be available to provide information and answer your questions. View the Flyer >>
Questions, RSVP: Sarah Werner at 617.349.6791
*Translators will be available.
Let's Connect!
Stay in the loop by joining our social media communities.
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Free Markets
Check out any one of these FREE Markets that are held throughout the City of Cambridge. All you need is a grocery bag! View the Flyer >>
Cambridge Winter Farmers Market
Every Saturday, January 5 - April 6, 2019 | 10AM - 2PM
Craving healthy, fresh produce this winter? Eager to get out of the house and connect with neighbors? Come to the Cambridge Winter Farmers Market 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 - with special visits from the New England Aquarium, Buy Nothing Cambridge, and much more. We also welcome SNAP and HIP shoppers by offering a match - spend $15 and get and additional $15 every week that you attend the market! 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!
Visit the website >>
Out of School Opportunities
Free Citywide Baseball Clinics (see flyer)
When: Saturday, March 16, 23 and 30th
Where: CRLS Field House 1640 Cambridge Street,
Door #15, Cambridge, MA 0213
Time: 5:30-7:30PM
Ages: 7-10
Contact: Jill Gorski, 617.372.4692, [email protected]
Cambridge Little League Baseball Registration/Tryouts
When: North Division on Saturday, March 2;
Central Division Sunday, March 3rd
Where: See flyer, varies by league
Time: See flyer, Varies by league
Cost: See flyer, Varies by league
Contact: See flyer, Varies by league
East Cambridge Little League Baseball (see flyer)
When: Saturday, March 16
Where: Frisoli Youth Center, 61 Willow St
Time: 10AM
Ages: Boys and Girls, 4-12
Cost: $30-$60, scholarships available
Contact: www.eclbl.com
West Cambridge Little League Baseball (see flyer)
When: Saturday, March 2
Where: Tobin School Gym, 197 Vassal Ln
Time: 9-11AM
Ages: 7-10
Contact: Steve Kendall 617.335.4589
Family Opera Company Production: Space Opera
(see flyer)
When: 3/30, 3/31, 4/6, 4/7
Where: Peabody School, 70 Rindge Ave, Cambridge
Time: Varies by date, see flyer
Cost: $6 children, $12 adults
Website: www.familyopera.org
2019 Sidewalk Poetry Contest (see flyer)
Entry Deadline: March 10, 2019
Ages: Any
Website: cambridgema.gov/sidewalkpoetry
Contact: [email protected] or 617.349.4380
February Vacation Upper School Math Camp (see flyer)
When: February 19 -21
Where: CRLS
Time: 11AM-3PM
Grades: 6-8
Cost: Free
Contact: 617.349.6683
Website >>
Middle School Activities Club: Tinker Workshop
(see flyer)
When: Friday, February 15th
Where: Russell Youth Center
Time: 6-10PM
Grades: 6-8
Cost: Free
Contact: Ms. B, 617.498.1289
In our Community and District
Mind Matters: Families Make a Difference
Do you have a child ages 4-8? Sign up now for a fun, friendly class! Learn more >>
PAG-AL / Cambridge Advanced Learning Association Meeting
Tuesday, February 12
5:30 - 7 PM
Cambridge Rindge & Latin School, Teacher's Resource Room (3rd floor), 459 Broadway
Topic: Twice Exceptional Learners
Special guest speaker:
Dr. Mary Grace Stewart
Supporting students who are academically gifted and have another “exceptionality” including learning disabilities and differences, executive function challenges, socioemotional special needs, physical disabilities, ADHD, ASD.
Upcoming School Committee Meeting
All meetings are open to the public. Public comment welcome.
Public Hearing on the Proposed 2019-20 CPS Budget
Tuesday, March 19 | 6PM | School Committee Meeting Room at CRLS
The purpose of a Public Hearing is inviting input from the public regarding the budget.
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]
See flyer >>
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