COSEBOC
HSEP teacher, LeRoy Gibson and student, Antonio Garcia Benders, attended the Coalition of Schools Educating Boys of Color (COSEBOC) conference in Detroit, Michigan May 8th through 10th. COSEBOC’s mission is to connect, inspire, support, and strengthen school leaders dedicated to the social, emotional, and academic development of boys and young men of color. It was an amazing trip and for some attendees, it was their first time flying on an airplane!




AMC Mountain Classroom Field Trip
Organized by Mr. Pierce through a FOCRLS innovation grant, along with other HSEP staff members including Mr. Matson, Ms. Corcoran, Ashley Goodwin and six HSEP students, a group traveled to Russell, MA for two nights and three days to participate in the Appalachian Mountain Club’s Mountain Classroom. The Mountain Classroom engages teachers and students in environmental education, leadership development, and teambuilding. Students spent the trip hiking to waterfalls, preparing home-cooked meals, participating in leadership exercises, connecting with the outdoors (there were sightings of salamanders and frogs) and huddling around a bonfire roasting marshmallows and eating s’mores.


Cloth Talk
HSEP’s Social Work intern, CRLS alum and super fashionable, Kadesha Turnbull, every week offers students Cloth Talk. Cloth Talk is an opportunity for students to learn how to sew, distress clothing and make fabulous one-of-a-kind, authentic fashion pieces while having meaningful conversations about issues and topics that impact the day-to-day lives of HSEP students.


Nutrition at HSEP
Helen Sarpong, a nutritionist has come to HSEP throughout the school year to educate our students on food health. Her last session with students focused on different kinds of fats and the importance of knowing the differences between good and healthy, saturated, and trans-fats. Students with Helen prepared salads with kale, feta and watermelon and practiced reading nutrition labels to strengthen their understanding of nutritional values. Throughout the year, with Helen, many students have been exposed to ingredients they have never had before. 



Guest Speaker, Heather Sweeney,
Lahey Health
Mr. Gibson in conjunction with the Workforce Board, brought in Heather Sweeney, a representative from Lahey Health to speak to HSEP students about the various careers in Health Services. HSEP students asked many thoughtful questions and many, in the future, plan to pursue careers in the health field!



Volunteerism at Mayor’s Senior Luncheon
HSEP students volunteered at the annual MIT Mayor’s Senior Luncheon. It was a great opportunity for our students to connect with the senior citizens of the community. Students helped with the food service, danced and made conversation with attendees. One student, studying Civil Rights in Mr. Matson’s US History class was able to connect with someone who had been a member of the Harlem chapter of the Black Panther Party. Another student, was able to speak in Haitian Creole with some of the senior guests. Overall, an extremely positive experience for HSEP students in community building.

Heathers: The Musical
Please come out and support the CRLS-student-led and -performed production of Heathers: The Musical, to be performed at the Graham and Parks School on May 31 (7PM), June 1 (7 p.m.), and June 2 (3PM). Tickets can be purchased in advance here.

Cambridge Police Cadet Program
The City of Cambridge and the Cambridge Police Department are currently seeking candidates for the new Cambridge Police Cadet Program, which is specifically designed for Cambridge residents between the ages of 18-23 (as of June 29th, 2019) who are interested in pursuing a career in policing. The program requires a two-year commitment and offers a salary of $18 per hour with a minimum of 37.5 hours per week. Strong benefits and vacation time are also included. The program will prepare Cadets by helping them become familiar with the daily operations and functions of the department in the classroom and in the field. 

Residents will need to register for the June 29th exam by Friday, May 31st. More information about the program is available online.

Please take the CPS Family Survey!
We would like to hear from you, to learn more about your experiences in Cambridge Public Schools. Our online survey takes about 15 minutes to complete, and your responses will remain anonymous and cannot be connected to you. Your feedback will contribute to our ongoing efforts to learn, improve, and support better outcomes for all students.
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Take the Cambridge Health Survey!
What are your family’s top health, environmental, and social justice concerns? Your views matter to the Cambridge Public Health Department! Please take the 10-minute Cambridge Health Survey. The survey is available in English, Amharic, Arabic, Haitian Creole, Mandarin, Portuguese, and Spanish. Your input is anonymous.

Affordable Housing Month of Action
This May, join the Community Development Department and other local housing organizations for upcoming events, information sessions, and community conversations to bring awareness to Cambridge's affordable housing programs, initiatives, and milestones. Learn more >>

In Our Community and District

Community Discussion Series: How to Talk with Young
People About Substance
Various Dates & Locations | 6:15 - 7:30PM
Be a prepared caregiver and mentor: Learn about the strength of our teens! Join Cambridge Youth Programs and the Cambridge Public Health Department for a night of learning and discussion. Open to all Cambridge caregivers, role models, and families with young people, especially teens.
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Boys to Men Leadership Brunch
Saturday, June 1, 2018 | 12Noon - 2PM
Putnam Avenue Upper School
All Cambridge men and boys are invited to come learn about leadership, the health of boys and men of color, community building, and more.

The event will feature a panel discussion of Cambridge men sharing personal experiences about health; break-out sessions on race, education, and health; and an awards ceremony. Learn more >>

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]  

Does Your Student Need Help Quitting Vaping? 
Truth Initiative recently launched a first-of-its-kind free e-cigarette quit program now available to young vapers looking for help. The program is tailored by age group to give appropriate recommendations about quitting and also serves as a resource for parents looking to help their children who now vape. It is being launched and integrated into the already successful This is Quitting (app) and BecomeAnEX® digital cessation programs from Truth Initiative. Teens, adults, and parents of teens seeking help around quitting e-cigarettes/JUULing can text “QUIT” to 202.804.9884.