Tobin Weekly: December 14, 2020
Published on Dec 14, 2020 14:18

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December 14, 2020

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Fresh Pond Fun!

Room 215 (Ms. Lea's class) went on a walk around Fresh Pond on Friday with all of the families. Here are some photos from their adventure!

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library book returnLibrary Update

Tobin has a new library book return cart that is waiting for your books!  





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sc graphicSchool Council Meeting

Join us for the upcoming School Council Meeting this Thursday, December 17, from 6:30-7:30PM.

The agenda and meeting details will be shared with you soon. Your participation matters!
 

        

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cfcc graphicCambridge Families of Color Coalition (CFCC) Community Meeting

Join CFCC on Monday, December 14 (TONIGHT!), from 6-7:15PM to get updates on what CFCC has been up to and learn how you can get involved!

Register here >>

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White Families Working Toward
Anti-Racism

We are excited to tell you about an affinity group for White Families Working Toward Anti-Racism! Beginning in January 2021, this group will meet virtually once each month on the following Wednesdays from 6:30-8PM:
• January 6th
• February 10th
• March 3rd
• April 7th
• May 19th

Details >>   
   

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erinA Treat for Tobin Teachers!

Ms. Erin was offering tea and hot chocolate to all the teachers at Tobin. What could be better than a cup of delicious hot tea on a cold day? Thank you, Ms. Erin, for cheering us up!



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csedweek 2020 graphicThe CSEdWeek Student Contest is Still Going On!

Don't miss out on our district-wide student contest that includes 4 challenges – it's going on all month. 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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speech bubbleCPS Wants to Hear from YOU!

Join Robin Harris, Director of Family Engagement, for a discussion (via Zoom) with other families about your experience with school this year and how it can be improved. Family Listening Sessions are happening through December 17th. 

Details >>

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Healthy Snack of the Week

Here's Cambridge in Motion's Healthy Snack of the Week:
Carrot & Broccoli Salad: Shredded carrots and chopped broccoli florets mixed with 1-2 tablespoons of Italian dressing. 

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Tobin Events & Reminders

IMPORTANT DATES
& EVENTS


December 17 | 6:30-7:30PM
School Council Meeting
The agenda and meeting details will be shared with you soon. Your participation matters!

December 10-16
Temporary Shift to Remote Learning for All Students
Details >>

December 24 - January 1
No School: Winter Break
 

Tobin & CPS Calendars
Tobin calendar >>
District calendar >>

REMINDERS & MORE

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

School Store
To shop and support our school, simply go to www.schoolstore.com and select our school. Thank you for your support of our school!

Friends of Tobin
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.

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!

Science Club for Girls
Find out details about two paid internships!
Communications internship >>
Program management internship >>

Cambridge in Motion Resources
Movement/Physical Activity:
Free Virtual Programs K-8: This winter, the Department of Human Service Programs is offering DHSP Online, free virtual programming for young people in kindergarten through eighth grade. Beginning Monday, December 14, Cambridge youth can join their peers in virtual activities led by DHSP staff. Virtual activities will be offered Monday through Friday from 3:00-6:00 p.m. via Zoom or Google Classroom, depending on the child's grade.
Food, Nutrition & Home Gardening:
ChopChop Kids Newsletter: Check out the latest edition of ChopChop Kids to learn new kitchen skills, make delicious recipes, and learn about oranges and other citrus fruits! 
Fruits & Veggies Word Search: Print out this fun activity for kids and watch them learn the names of some new fruits and veggies, and maybe make plans to try some together!
Recipe of the Week: Enjoy these sweet and delicious Carrot Muffins for a breakfast everyone will love (just skip the wheat germ if needed!).
Mental & Emotional Wellness:
•  Keeping the Holidays Happy During the Pandemic:  from the American Academy of Pediatrics, a few words on how to manage holiday stress for your whole family this year and place focus on joy wherever possible. 

Holiday Pops: Festive Stories for the Whole Family (A Special FREE Livestream)
December 20 | 4PM
The CSO wishes to bring a quality, joyful performance to families in the Greater Boston area for the holiday season…without risking anyone’s health or safety. We decided to produce a live stream event with pre-recorded video that will feature a mini version of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker.
View Flyer >> 
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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.
Details >>

Food Resources 
Find information on food pantries, farmers markets, and more!
Details >>


SNAP & WIC Store List

Here's a handy list of all stores in Cambridge where your SNAP and WIC benefits can be used.
Details >>

Cambridge Families of Color Coalition (CFCC) Community Meeting 
December 14 | 6-7:15PM
Register >>
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.

COVID-19 Testing

Testing appointments through the City's free mobile-testing program are now available at the following locations:
-CambridgeSide in East Cambridge; 11AM-7PM, Sundays and Thursdays; Drive-through testing in garage, enter on First St.
-50 Church St.; 12-8PM, Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays
-2254 Massachusetts Ave, St. John the Evangelist Church; 10-6PM, Wednesdays
-Pisani Center located at 131 Washington Street; 11AM-7PM, Saturdays
**You can schedule an appointment online or by calling 617.349.9788.

Fight the Flu. Get Your Flu Shot!
Now more than ever, it is critically important to get a flu shot (also called seasonal flu vaccine). Flu season begins in the late fall and goes through winter, peaking between the months of December and February, but people can still get the flu as late as May.

Preventing the spread of flu will limit the need for flu-related medical appointments and hospitalizations, freeing up resources to help people with COVID-19. You can make an appointment for a flu shot with either your healthcare provider or local pharmacy.

Cambridge Health Alliance patients (12 - 22 years old) OR Cambridge Public Schools students (12 - 22 years old) can now receive a flu shot at the Teen Health Center located in Cambridge Rindge and Latin School. Call 617.665.1548 to schedule an appointment.

Note: It's mandatory for CPS students to receive flu shots by 12/31. 

Details >>

McLean Hospital Mental Health Webinars
McLean Hospital has dedicated their time making free resources available for the public and professionals in hopes of promoting healthy individuals and communities.
Details >>


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
CPS Mobile App >>
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