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Field Tripping Fourth
 Fourth grade had their first field trip of the year! The students learned about the Pierce House in Dorchester, one of the oldest buildings in Boston. They learned about how scrapbooks are used to document history. Their guide, Amy, presented primary resources - pictures, journals, scrapbooks, and artifacts to learn more about the history of Boston and the Pierce Family.
The students rotated through two activities, silhouettes and scrapbooks. They created scrapbooks and silhouette portraits which they brought home. What does a student's favorite things say about them? Students then explored outside the building to see the changes over time in person. They enjoyed a picnic lunch at the house before heading back to school.
From Thorndike to Berkshire
 After many years in rented quarters, CPS Central Administration is relocating to brand new offices, inside the new Cambridge Street complex.
You can find us behind the new Valente Branch Library, with our entrance located at 135 Berkshire Street, Cambridge, MA 02141 (see map).
Phone numbers and email addresses should remain the same, but we appreciate your patience as packing and unpacking is taking place. We will do our best to respond and look forward to welcoming you into our brand new offices!
Harvard Crimson Reading Program
Students in grades 2 and 3 are taking part of the Harvard Crimson Reading Program this fall. Harvard Student Athletes are visiting each classroom to introduce the reading program, talk about the importance of actively reading, and read from some of their favorite childhood books.
The core values of the Harvard Crimson Reading Programs: principled leadership, academic integration, and competitive excellence. Their goal is to inspire the next generation of students to get excited about reading and offer them a first-hand look at what hard work and dedication in the classroom can lead to.
Baldwin students who complete the reading program assignments will receive free tickets to the Harvard vs. Dartmouth football game.
Annual Autumn Tradition
 Working with Garden Coordinator Karl, students enjoyed a wonderful annual tradition: cider pressing. What a fun way to celebrate the fall harvest and outdoor learning. The students worked at different stations, washing, cutting, grinding and pressing apples. There is great anticipation as the students can't wait to try the cider as they watch it drip out of the press.
Describe the Perfect Popsicle
 Chloe, Isabella's mom, came to to 5th grade to talk to the students about healthy choices and great ingredients to make the perfect homemade popsicle.
They talked about blending ingredients which will create a smooth liquid versus mashing which will have texture. The discussion included what fruits produce the most liquid which could make the best popsicles. What spices could you add for additional flavor? What fruits go go well together? After writing their best popsicle proposals, students will vote on the perfect popsicle. Thank you to Chloe for coming in to work with both 5th grade classrooms.
Team Queen Angel
 September marks the one year anniversary of the passing of Baldwin student Angel Fetene. Angel would have been a 5th grade student. Her joyful spirit and her resilience and bravery will never be forgotten. She continues to be an inspiration to our community.
Angel's friend Iris and Iris' mom Rachel, along with teachers Ms. Della Calce, Mrs. Curreri and Mrs. Miller walked the Jimmy Fund Walk for Team Queen Angel.
Thank you to all those who helped Team Queen Angel surpass their goal. Your continued support means so much to the family. Thank you for keeping Angel in your heart.
 Draw it Out
Students start their day drawing at this morning program.
Principal Corner
In the next few days, parents of 4th and 5th graders will receive MCAS Reports from last spring’s MCAS tests.
MCAS, or the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System is a standardized test required for 3rd-5th graders. All students take a Math test and and ELA test. 5th graders also take a Science/Technology/Engineering test.
Read the full letter >>
Library News
 Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Our library is getting into the fall spirit by having a pumpkin/gourd decorating contest of favorite book characters. Students will be able to vote on their favorites during library class. Pumpkins will be on display inside the library and during Pajama Storytelling Night. Here are a few of the pumpkin characters on display this year.
Massachusetts Children's Book Awards
Fourth and fifth grade students are participating in the Massachusetts Children’s Book Awards (MCBA) program as a component of their library class at Baldwin School. Students are challenged to read five books (or more!) from the master list and will be invited to vote for their favorite title in March. Their votes will be used to select the state winner. Throughout the year, we will hold special lunchtime events for students who choose to participate. Students can log in to Google Classroom and post reflections about the books they read on our private website.
View the list >>
Baldwin Stories of Water Authors
The many authors that contributed to the Baldwin Stories of Water book (which can be found in the library) include Alexandre, Anna K., Atticus, Beatrix, Belamie, Calista, Ciaran, Clara, Eli, Emily Y., Gabriella, Isabella Bl, Janessa, Jennifer D., Lukas, Max S., Milo,Noah S., Oliver M., Onora, Oyane, Pablo, Piersen, Porter, Roya, Sahana, Sophie, Sophie, Tom, Vivien, Zoe, Thank to you Ms. Thompson for encouraging our students to write many incredible stories of water.
Enjoy this sampling of their work >>
Recognizing Summer Efforts
The following students were recognized at the All-School Meeting for completing their summer reading and math work. Congratulations!
Summer Readers
Kindergarten: Hugo
1st Grade: Jack, Pierson
2nd Grade: Neve, Lucy, Dahlia, Sammy
3rd Grade: Vivien, Taraie, Lucy, Avery, Isabella
4th Grade: Porter, Finbar, Jeremy, John
5th Grade: Charlie, Anna, Oyane, Sahana, Jane, Oliver
Summer Math Calendars
Kindergarten: Hugo
1st Grade: Jack, Kailani, Oliver
2nd Grade: Max, Minoo, Sammy, Tasin, Thor, Tom, Zoe
3rd Grade: Avery, Isabella, Taraie,
4th Grade: Jeremy, Noah, Porter
5th Grade: Anna, Jane, Oliver, Sahana
Thank You!
Thank you to our parents who volunteered to be Room Parents! Room parents are a key component to helping create a sense of community at the Baldwin School. We are fortunate to have so many dedicated parents.
Thank you to all the families who came to Back to School Night. It was amazing to see so many parents and caregivers in our building.
Thank you to 5th grade students Ayaat, Noah, Oyane and Saron for their help serving pizza at Back to School Night.
Thank you to our 5th grade students for collecting winter clothing for Cradles to Crayons.
Friends of Baldwin News
Election Day is coming up. The Baldwin School is a polling site for the state election. Every year, the Friends of Baldwin hosts a food sale. Our neighborhood voters contribute to the Friends of Baldwin by purchasing treats, soups and chili provided by our families.
Parents and caregivers can help by volunteering to bake or bring in a crock pot of soup or chili, or volunteer to work a shift at the bake sale table (which is a great way to meet other parents). Information about how to help will be sent our soon.
All funds raised during the election day sale helps Friends of Baldwin fund enrichment activities like STEM Fest, Storytelling Night, Math Carnival, author visits and Poetry Night as well as to support grade level enrichments and provide subsidies and scholarships for overnight trips ensuring every Baldwin child can share in these experiences.
Next Friends of Baldwin Meeting: Tuesday, November 12 | 9AM
Will your child be three next year?
For the first time, you can enter the DHSP (City of Cambridge Department of Human Services Programs) Preschool Lottery and the CPS 3-Year-Old Program Lottery in one visit!
Register during the month of October at the Student Registration Center, Cambridge Rindge and Latin High School, 459 Broadway.
CPS 3-Year-Old Lottery
Public School Programs: Fletcher Maynard Scholar College, Tobin Montessori School, Special Start.?Age of Eligibility: Birth Date April 1, 2016 - August 31, 2017
DHSP Preschool Lottery
Full-time childcare programs at Haggerty Preschool, Kennedy-Longfellow Preschool, King Open Preschool, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Preschool, Morse Preschool, Peabody Preschool, Windsor Street Preschool.
The lottery is open to all Cambridge children who will be between the ages of 2 years 9 months and 4 years 5 months as of September 1.
National School Lunch Week
 Food & Nutrition Services will be celebrating National School Lunch Week from October 15th to 18th with the theme What's On Your Playlist?, emphasizing the communal experience both music and meals have in defining our important life events. Our menu for the week will include some student favorites and new additions, and we'll have lucky tray giveaways! Follow Food & Nutrition Services along on Twitter@CPSD_Nutrition to stay updated with cafeteria highlights and events.
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