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Tobin Weekly: January 11, 2021
Published on Jan 11, 2021 15:59
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January 11, 2021
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Tobin Snapshots
Take a peek at what we've been up to at school lately!
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Computer Science Ed Week Contest Winners!
We're delighted to share that Lela, a Tobin student, is one of the winners in the recent CS Ed Week Contest!
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 The 8th Annual Tobin Mock Caldecott has Begun!
Even though they can't provide of a box of the most interesting illustrated books for students to look through, evaluate, score and vote on (every year some of our students pick the official winner!), Ms. Gillis and Ms. Esty have worked hard to provide a virtual version of a Mock Caldecott. Please visit a new page added to the library website – Mock Caldecott 2021 – to see 22 recorded books to read and review as well as a scoring sheet to keep track of your results. All LE students will be working on this and we invite parents to help CH students participate as well. Click the "What is the Caldecott" button for more in depth information.
PE Info for In-Person Learners
REMINDERS
• PE class will continue to be outside (& has switched to the basketball court..)
• Please have a paraprofessional bring classes to basketball court (greatly appreciated)
• Please make sure students bring winter clothing (to combat tundra conditions for PE class)
NEW INFORMATION!!
• Individual PE bags for in-person students are ready to be passed out in the beginning of class next week (so equipment is not shared during PE class)
• Would you be able to store these in hallway cubbies? (names will be written on each bag)
• And have students bring with them to each PE class?
Let me know what questions you have! Will keep communication open and flexible for a smooth transition back to in-person..
–Timothy Gill
 Artist 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 >>
Please Join! Read Against Racism –
A Book Club for Parents/Guardians
You (and any parents or guardians you know) are invited to join our book club: Read Against Racism. Read Against Racism is intended as a safe space where local parents can embrace difficult conversations and share perspectives on race and equity in Camberville and surrounding areas. Our goal is to build understanding, support a community that values all people, and cultivate shared vision for an equitable future. We know caregivers are busy and many times don't read the entire book. Don't let that hold you back from joining in our discussions-finishing the books isn't required! We meet the first Saturday of every month at 7pm-9pm.
If you'd like to receive the virtual meeting links each month, please email us or join our Google Group. RAR is also on Facebook.
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MLK Day Math Festival
January 18 | 10AM-12PM
For kids who love math, and those who don't love it yet!
Join us for a fun festival of math games and puzzles. The event is aimed at Cambridge 1st-8th graders and their families and will take place on Zoom.
Registration is required >>
It is organized by the Cambridge Math Circle and is part of the City of Cambridge STEAM Initiative.
What: math games and puzzles, for those who love to play.
Where: online via Zoom
When: Monday, January 18th, 2021, 10AM-12PM
Why: to learn games and puzzles that require thinking that kids can play alone, with family or with friends.
Who is it for: students in grades 1-8 and their families
Questions: email [email protected]
White Families Working Toward
Anti-Racism
We are excited to tell you about an affinity group for White Families Working Toward Anti-Racism! This group will meet virtually once each month on the following Wednesdays from 6:30-8PM:
• February 10th
• March 3rd
• April 7th
• May 19th
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Healthy Snack of the Week
Here's Cambridge in Motion's Healthy Snack of the Week:
Easy baked apple chips: Core apples and thinly slice them. Sprinkle with cinnamon and bake at 225 degrees F for about 50 minutes! Serve with cheese and/or whole grain crackers.
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IMPORTANT DATES
& EVENTS
January 18
No School:
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Tobin & CPS Calendars
Tobin calendar >>
District calendar >>
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REMINDERS & MORE
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
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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.
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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!
Food Resources
Find information on food pantries, farmers markets, and more!
Details >>
Food resource flyer >>
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 Yoga: Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) offers live, virtual, FREE yoga classes with certified yoga teachers for all experience levels. Classes are hosted on Zoom and range from 30-60 minutes. These classes are newly open to the whole Cambridge community!
Food, Nutrition & Home Gardening:
– Cambridge Food Resources During COVID-19: This updated list includes all the current places where residents can find food during this difficult time. This includes food pantries, community meals, school meals, and meal delivery options! Translations available in Spanish, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, Amharic and Mandarin (on the same Cambridge in Motion website).
– Apples, How Do They Grow? Watch these fun videos from the Harvest of the Month Newsletter and learn a bit about this popular fruit!
– Recipe of the week: Enjoy this Honey Apple Dip recipe for dipping apples, whole grain crackers and much more!
Mental & Emotional Wellness:
– How Negative Emotions Affect Us: Anger, frustration, fear, and other "negative emotions" are all part of the human experience. They lead to stress; are often seen as emotions to be avoided, ignored, or in other ways disavowed, but they can actually be healthy for us. A better approach is to manage them without denying them.
Food Resources
Find information on food pantries, farmers markets, and more!
Details >>
Food resource flyer >>
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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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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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.
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Girlx Only Leadership Development (GOLD)
Tuesdays, 5-7PM | Zoom
Details >>
Register >>
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DHSP After-School Programs
K-8 FREE Virtual Programming!
See flyer >>
Register here >>
Harvard Square's "Fridge in the Square"
52 Church Street
Harvard Square Business Association (HSBA) and its members, Y2Y, Trinity Property Management and The Sinclair (a division of AEG Worldwide) in partnership with Cambridge Community Fridge, installed Harvard Square’s first ‘Fridge in the Square”. The fridge is operated by neighbors, for neighbors serving Harvard Square as part of a national network of community fridges. With the principle 'take what you need, leave what you can', we aim to redistribute resources within our community to those in need on a hyper-local scale. Our work is solidarity, not charity. All are welcome to contribute to and use the community fridge.
If you would like to volunteer, please go to Sign Up Genius. There is a link to a Google form that volunteers checking on the fridge can fill out. The checklist explains what to clean and what to look for, such as expiration dates and prohibited items like alcohol and raw meat.
To find out more about “Fridge in the Square”, please email or find them on Instagram: @cambridgefridge.
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.
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