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 King Kids Korner
Photo submitted by Sadie MacDougall in Ms. Fetter’s 4th grade class. Photo, which features Sadie and her friend Nora Doyle, was created remotely during quarantine. It is entitled Quarantine Window.
Alexa's Lending Library Launch
Soon after all of this started, my neighbor with a 2.5-year-old, and another neighbor with a 3 and a 6-year-old, were getting bored. So, because I had many younger kid’s books that I used to read when I was little, I started Alexa’s Lending Library. I filled a bag with a book and sometimes a puzzle, and a book list so they know what books, and when to return them. I even gave extensions if they asked, and sometimes they did. I would leave the bag on their door, and my mom would send them a text. And they really, really, really liked them. The 2.5-year-old requested more books, and when he had his 10th book, I gave him an Award certificate. It is still going on now, you can never get enough of reading.
–Submitted by Alexa in Ms. Taufiq’s third grade class
 Drawing submitted by Jed in Ms. Galante's first grade class.
ABC Countdown!
Our traditional ABC Countdown to Summer Vacation is underway! Families are encouraged to participate as they're able. You can share photos or stories of your "celebrations" with your student's class, and we also invite you to share on the MLK ABC Countdown Padlet (password: abcd). New to Padlet? Here's a quick tutorial on how to post and share photos: Mrs. Petitt's Padlet tutorial (Still have questions? Email Mrs. Petitt.).
Tuesday, May 26: Fancy Day… Get dressed up for your class’ meeting today!
Wednesday, May 27: Game Day… Play games with your family and as part of your class time today.
Thursday, May 28: Hat Day… Wear your favorite hat
Friday, May 29: Inside Out Day… Wear an item of clothing (or a whole outfit) inside out!
Monday, June 1: Joke Day… Share some jokes with classmates or family members.
Tuesday, June 2: Kindness Day… Keep track of all the ways you’re kind to your family today, and share your total at your class’ next meeting.
Wednesday, June 3: Library Day… Visit Ms. Varney’s page for some activities, and check out some new eBooks from Sora!
Thursday, June 4: Music Day… Visit Mr. Mossberg’s page for some activities!
Friday, June 5: New Name Day… Choose a new name, just for today!
Didn’t see the MLK dance video? Here it is >>
From the Superintendent
Food sites closed for Memorial Day: CPS food sites will not serve food on Monday, May 25, as CPS is closed for Memorial Day.
CPS program will run its Summer 2020 programs virtually: We know that families are eager to know the available options for summer childcare and programs. We are all eager for students to have opportunities beyond the screen for activity, enrichment, and fun. We all share the concern about learning loss, which under normal circumstances, can be exacerbated over the summer. Given the current public health uncertainties, and the need to plan, hire for, and implement summer programming, CPS is currently planning to conduct its summer programs virtually. We are continuing to explore possible options for meaningful summer experiences that can be conducted virtually and safely. We plan to provide more information about summer experiences very soon.
CPS Taskforce and Working Groups: CPS is in the process of establishing a COVID-19 taskforce and several working groups to develop detailed plans for the reopening of schools. We are looking for individuals that bring expertise in and/or diverse perspectives to inform our efforts. We welcome community suggestions for individuals to participate in these efforts. If you are interested in participating, or want to nominate others, please use this form.
Retrieving Student Belongings: CPS is working with local officials to finalize a plan to retrieve students’ belongings that may still be in school buildings. More information to come soon.
Tobin/Vassal Lane Construction Project: The City Manager’s office has announced that due to unforeseeable impacts caused by the state’s shutdown of non-essential services, the relocation of the Tobin Montessori and Vassal Lane Upper schools has been postponed until the December 2020 school vacation, and the opening of the reconstructed school has been delayed to January 2025, after the winter school break.
Funds for Food: Many Cambridge families are eligible to receive funding to pay for food through a new program called P-EBT (Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer), while schools are closed due to COVID-19. Eligible families should receive information by mail from the Department of Transitional Assistance. More information here in multiple languages.
Apply for Free/Reduced Price Meals: Families that have recently lost income or jobs may be newly eligible for the CPS Free- or Reduced-Price Meals program, which will allow you to be eligible for future rounds of P-EBT and other resources. Click here to apply.
World Language Choice at Putnam Ave. Upper School
As we approach the end of the school year, it is time to think about selecting a world language of study during your child’s time at the Putnam Avenue Upper School. We are proud to offer Chinese (non-immersion), Chinese Immersion, French, and Spanish in grades 6-8.
Learn more >>
Are You Leaving the District?
If your family is leaving CPS at the end of this school year, please let the Student Resource Center know as soon as possible. Email Kathy Sampson and let them know that you will not be returning.
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