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Cambridgeport Newsletter: December 2020
Published on Dec 8, 2020 11:52
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December 2020
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Hello Cambridgeport Families,
As you already may know, Cambridge metrics on the City's website
indicates the 7-day rolling average of new confirmed cases has surpassed
25 thresholds. The plan would then be to stay in remote learning until two
of the three metrics are under the established threshold for seven days in
a row. This means, in-person learners will switch to temporary full remote
learning starting Thursday, December 10th. Wednesday is already a
remote day for us all. This is the Cambridge Data Center link if you’d like to
access it - Cambridge COVID-19 Data Center. Teachers will send home
the materials with your students today and tomorrow. Many of these items
will need to be returned when we get back to in-person. Please do your
best to keep track of the items so they are available during remote
learning. The building will remain open 8AM – 3PM for families to pick up
needed materials.
You may also know that CPS continues to plan on returning more students
in person. Specifically, CPS is planning the return of grades 4 and 5 students. CPS is holding several virtual Family Listen Sessions set up to hear from you. Please use this link to access the family listening sessions.
I plan to hold a Cambridgeport family meeting to listen to questions, comments, or suggestions about going in-person. Please join me on Monday, December 14th, from 5:45PM to 7:15PM.
Join Zoom Meeting >>
Meeting ID: 977 5863 2706
Passcode: 794833
Here are a few other updates to know about…
- School Council is starting soon. Our next school newsletter will have more information regarding members. We will share meeting dates and our goal for the school year.
- Please remember whether your child is remote or in-person learning, that your child needs to have the flu shot by January 1, 2020.
- Virtual grade level lunch bunch groups are happening. Please look
out for the full letter from our Lunch Bunch Staff. 12:30-12:55PM
- 2nd Grade: Fridays: Gail Nunes
- 3rd Grade: Thursdays: Tashima Point du jour
- 4th Grade: Thursdays Larry Wynn
- 5th Grade: Fridays: Kristen Emack
Take care and be well!
Your Principal,
Genteen Jean-Michel
COVID19 Guide For Students, Employees & Visitors: What Should I Do?
You may NOT come to school or enter a CPS building if you have COVID-19 or may potentially have COVID-19. Please use this resource to understand what you should do in different scenarios.
View "What Should I Do?" Document >>
Our JK/K students are building and writing about their work!
 CSEdWeek 2020 is Here!
CSEdWeek 2020 (also referred to as Hour of Code) is officially here, and the EdTech department is excited to share the CPS CSEdWeek site! This site is designed with students as the audience and includes curated activities, read alouds, and videos by grade band.
Student Contest!
This year we are motivating student engagement with computer science through a district-wide contest that includes 4 challenges. Each challenge has an identified grade band and provides guidelines for submissions. Students will create a copy of a submission Google Slide deck and share it with Ingrid Gustafson. Random entries will be drawn for a prize in each grade band. Please reach out to Ingrid Gustafson with any questions about the contests.
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Remote to In-Person Parent Meeting
Monday, Dec. 14 | 5:45–7:15PM
Join Zoom Meeting >>
Special Schedule
Wed., Dec. 9 | 11:30AM-2:25PM
Lunch & Independent Learning Time
Special Schedule
Wed., Dec. 16 | 11:30AM-2:25PM
Lunch & Independent Learning Time
Special Schedule
Wed., Dec. 23 | 11:30AM-2:25PM
Lunch & Independent Learning Time
No School/ Winter Break
December 24 - January 1
Special Schedule
Wed., Jan. 6 | 11:30AM-2:25PM
Lunch & Independent Learning Time
Free Meals for All Students
Monday - Friday, 12-1PM. Details >>
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Food Services
-- The December menu for in-person and remote learning are now available!
In-person Learning Menu >>
Remote Learning Menu >>
-- The Amigos meal pick up site is now reopen! We closed temporarily for a few days, but we are back up and running!
-- Starting on Monday, December 7th, the Fresh Pond Apartments meal pick up site spot will MOVE from the parking area to the backdoor of the 364 Rindge Community Room. This is the same door as the food pantry!
Find out site information at the Cambridge school meals map >>
-- The CPS Nutrition team will be recognized as 2020 Cambridge Food Heroes! Watch ceremony here >>
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.
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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 us.
Programs are continuing to update their opportunities based on the recent state guidelines, so check back often!
Mental Health First Aid with Aweh Support, LLC
December 9 | 6:30-8PM | Zoom
*Registration required for zoom link*
Register here >>
Learn about DHSP Online Programming at Upcoming Virtual Open Houses!
Families are invited to learn moreabout DHSP Online at Virtual Open Houses offered over the next two weeks. More details >> *Please take this 5-minute survey to tell us about how DHSP Online can best support your family!
Open Houses Dates
Grades K-2 >>
Grades 3-5 >>
Grades 6-8 >>
Dads Talk! Drop-In
December 10 | 7:30-8:30PM | Zoom
A virtual discussion group for Cambridge dads! It’s been a challenging time for parents of young children. This is a great opportunity to:
-- Connect with dads in the community
-- Share challenges as well as ideas for navigating these times.
To register, email us. More details >>
Questions? Call or text John at 857-209-4964
Holiday Pops: Festive Stories for the Whole Family
December 20 | 4PM | View Flyer >>
The CSO has decided to produce a free live stream event with pre-recorded video that will feature a mini version of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker. More details >>
Guide to Healthier Snacking
Find handy tips on the right hand margin of the School Health page on the CPHD website!
McLean Hospital Mental Health Webinars
McLean Hospital has dedicated their time making free resources available for the public.
View Upcoming Webinars >>
FREE Adult Education Programs
Adult education programs now accepting students for free ESOL, GED/HiSET, Citizenship or Job training programs with NO wait lists.
Learn more >>
Visit MA Adult Literacy Website >>
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Coronavirus (COVD-19) Testing
Where to Get Tested
Testing appointments through the City's free mobile-testing program are now available at the following locations:
– Sundays, Thursdays, 11AM - 7PM | CambridgeSide in East Cambridge (Drive-through testing in garage. Enter on First St.)
– Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays, 12NOON - 8PM (beginning Nov. 9th) | 50 Church St.
– Wednesdays, 10AM - 6PM | 2254 Massachusetts Ave, St. John the Evangelist Church
– Saturdays, 11AM - 7PM | Pisani Center located at 131 Washington Street.
You can schedule an appointment online or by calling 617.349.9788.
Free Flu Shots in Cambridge
Cambridge residents can get a free flu shot 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. Schedule an appointment online or call 617.349.9788.
Learn more >>
Frequently Asked Questions >>
Cambridge Public Library Updates
Contactless Holds Pickup Service hours at the O'Neill Branch, 70 Rindge Ave., Cambridge have been extended.
-- Wednesdays, 1PM - 7:30PM
-- Thursdays, 11AM - 5:30PM
-- Fridays, 11AM - 5:30PM
Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon Expressions
December 11, 18 | 4-4:30PM
The Cambridge Public Library invites children of all ages and their caregivers to join Artistic Director Jean Appolon of Jean Appolon Expressions in this energetic movement class! Jean will lead a short full body warmup and then teach movements that match a specific Haitian Rhythm, like Yanvalou, Ibo, or Kongo.
Register here >>
CPL Virtual English Classes
-- Introductory Level ESOL Classes
Tuesdays & Thursdays | 11AM & 1PM
-- Intermediate ESOL classes
Tuesdays & Thursdays | 3PM
Registration is required for each class. Check CPL’s online events calendar for more details.
Food Resources
For more information about Food Pantries, Financial Assistance for Food, Free Delivery Services and more, please check the list from FinditCambridge.
We also have an updated Food Resources flyer that lists all the pantries, congregate programs, school meals, etc. (find all translated languages on the CiM main page) operations in Cambridge and a current Farmers Market flyer.
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