Tobin Weekly: November 2, 2020
Published on Nov 2, 2020 15:17

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November 2, 2020

i voted stickersReminder 

Tuesday, November 3 – Election Day – is a FULL REMOTE DAY!

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Remote Learning in Action!

Here's a fun example of remote learning in action: A teacher sends out a song every week, and the students practice and upload videos!

See videos >>

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pumpkin carvingTobin Snapshots

Take a peek at what we've been up to at school lately!

See more >>




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book returnLibrary Update: Book Returns

Books may be returned in the labeled bin by the front door of the school Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30PM.

Returned books will be quarantined for at least 6 days AND MAY TAKE UP TO 10 DAYS before they are removed from a student’s account. (Students will not be held responsible for overdue books.)

Books may also be returned to the Felton Street Help Desk
Monday-Friday: 8AM-4PM
Saturday: 8AM-2PM

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artist spotlightArtist Spotlight! 

Step into the Virtual Art Studio with Ms.Yuliya and Miss Holly! We are showcasing the art of hardworking young artists at Tobin – we hope you enjoy!

See this week's spotlight >>

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Friends of Tobin 

The first meeting for our nonprofit group, the Friends of Tobin, will be Thursday, November 5th at 7PM. This will be a virtual meeting. Look for an email from Zakkiyya on Thursday with the meeting details.

We welcome new and returning parents and hope to expand our group to better represent our community. To learn more about FoT, check out the attachment and come to our virtual monthly meetings. We look forward to having contributions from new voices.

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School Store 

Our school will be participating in the SchoolStore program this year. This online program helps our school earn cash without students selling door-to-door, collecting money or delivering products. Over 400 merchants, including Family Bookstore, Kohl's and WalMart, have joined together to give back up to 50% of all sales to our school just for shopping through SchoolStore.com.

To shop and support our school, simply go to www.schoolstore.com and select our school.

Participation is key in helping get the word out about our School Store. Soon your child will come home with a parent letter requesting you to help them enter email addresses to friends and family. When you enter email addresses, you'll receive a prize code your child can return the next day for a prize. Thank you for your families' support of our school!
 

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snack of the week
Healthy Snack of the Week

Here's Cambridge in Motion's Healthy Snack of the Week: 
Kale Smoothie. Blend until smooth 1 cup kale, 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup milk, 1/2 banana, 2 tbsp peanut butter, and 2 tsp honey!

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Tobin Events & Reminders

IMPORTANT DATES
& EVENTS


November 3
Election Day & Full Remote Day

November 5 | 7PM
Friends of Tobin Meeting (Virtual)

November 11
No School: Veterans Day
 

Tobin & CPS Calendars
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REMINDERS & MORE

Annual Forms
If you haven't submitted annual forms yet, please fill them out!

Free Lunch for Students  
Monday - Friday, 12Noon - 1PM
Details >>

Box Tops for Education

Friends of Tobin has signed up for Box Tops for Education. Clip your tops or get the app and scan your receipts from the grocery store. Check out the Box Tops overview for directions >>

Do You Shop on Amazon?
Amazon will donate .5% of your eligible purchases to Friends of Tobin, the organization that helps support teachers and programs at the school. Go to smile.amazon.com and choose Friends of Tobin as your charitable organization.

In Our District & Community

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There are many programs available to Kindergarteners-8th Graders this Fall. Here are some resources for:
Elementary age students
Middle school students
Tutoring opportunities for all grades  

Find other opportunities here – or call/text us at 617.686.2998 or email usPrograms are continuing to update their opportunities based on the recent state guidelines, so check back often!

Guide to Healthier Snacking
Find handy tips on the right hand margin of the School Health page on the CPHD website! Guide available in multiple languages.
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Fight the Flu. Get Your Flu Shot!
People who live or work in Cambridge can get a flu shot at no charge at one of the flu clinics run by the Cambridge Public Health Department. Flu shot appointments are required this year. No walk-ins will be allowed. You can schedule an appointment online or by calling the City’s Flu Clinic Call Center at 617.349.9788. We encourage people to schedule online.
Details >>
FAQs >> 


Cambridge Families of Color Coalition (CFCC)
The CFCC is a collective of families and students of color working to uplift, empower, celebrate, and nurture our students and each other. For more information, please visit CFCC’s website or email.

Caregiver Groups
The BRYT (Bridge for Resilient Youth in Transition) network, a program of the Brookline Center for Community Mental Health, has been providing FREE parent support groups since the school closures in March 2020 to any parent or caregiver!
Flyer >>
Parents Supporting Parents Commercial >>

Food Lab for Kids
The Food Lab for Kids at Harvard College is a volunteer organization empowering kids to cook and to make healthy food choices. In this unusual year, we’re expanding our normal programming online to offer lessons to any Cambridge/Boston elementary or middle schooler. We've been hosting engaging, live virtual lessons each Saturday from 4-5PM and have just opened new slots for students in response to high demand.
Sign up for our virtual lessons >>

Become an Equity Fellow!
Do you have an idea to address racism or inequity in Cambridge Public Schools? If so, apply to get funding for your project by becoming a 2020-21 Equity Fellow! Fellowships are open to youth, caregivers, educators, and community members. Fellows can receive between $1,000-5,000 to fund their project. Please note the first round of applications is due Thursday, November 5th.
Learn more >>


Animal Snack Time:
Amphibians and Reptiles
Harvard Museum of Natural History
Free Virtual Event
Wednesday, November 4 | 3-3:45PM
Ever wonder how quickly (or slowly) an eastern box turtle moves when it sees a tasty treat? Are you interested in what gecko toes feel like? Curious about why the African bullfrog makes such silly faces as it eats? If so, then grab a snack and join human museum staffers Javier and Ryan for an all-new Animal Snack Time as they spend time feeding, interacting with, and discussing some of the museum’s amphibians and reptiles!
Details >>
Zoom registration required >>


The Spot
There is this amazing used clothing donation space called THE SPOT, and it is filled with lots and lots and lots of clothes that are distributed to families in need. We made a great deal of progress cleaning and organizing over the summer, and we still need help. Please consider volunteering and/or pass this request along to others.
Upcoming volunteer dates:
Tuesday, November 3 | 10AM-12PM
Thursday, November 5 | 10AM-12PM
More info and a link to sign up >>


Food Resources 
Find information on food pantries, farmers markets, and more!
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SNAP & WIC Store List

Here's a handy list of all stores in Cambridge where your SNAP and WIC benefits can be used.
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Girlx Only Leadership Development (GOLD)
Tuesdays, 5-7PM | Zoom
Details >>
Register >>

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Tobin Montessori School
197 Vassal Lane, Cambridge, MA 02138
tobin.cpsd.us  •  617.349.6600
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