RAUC Newsletter: April 6, 2021
Published on Apr 6, 2021 14:23

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   April 6, 2021

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Dear RAUC families,

Please click the image for a video message with highlights from this week’s news:

As always, if you have any questions or comments about the news or anything else, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me by email at [email protected] or phone at 857.244.0730.

Best,
Julia Ho, RAUC Family Liaison

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Reminder: April 28 Schedule will be shared next week

RAUC Virtual InfosessionsWe will be sharing the new schedule to families and school-specific safety protocols (for in-person families) on these dates:

  • Families of IN-PERSON students:
    • Monday, April 12, 6-6:45PM
  • Families of REMOTE students:
    • Tuesday, April 13, 6-6:45PM
  • Drop-in Q&A: IN-PERSON and REMOTE all welcome
    • Friday, April 16, 8-8:30AM
  • Please note that we will be recording both information sessions and will be emailing these out afterwards.
  • You can also find some updated answers to some frequently asked questions from our previous Q&A session here on this FAQ Padlet (recent updates are in blue).
  • Students: Advisors will be reviewing the new schedule and supporting students during advisories.
  • To our Muslim families: We recognize that Ramadan begins on April 12th and understand that this may create a conflict for you. Our apologies in advance for scheduling the event at this time! If you cannot come to the info session but have some questions or would like some help understanding the new schedule, please feel free to reach out to Family Liaison, Julia Ho.

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Reminder: Quarter 3 Ends THIS Friday, April 9

  • Report cards will be available to view on Aspen on April 16.
  • If you do not have an email address on Aspen, the report card will be mailed to you.

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New RAUC T-shirts on their way!

Each student (and staff) will receive a free t-shirt with our student designed logo.  Students already ordered their sizes in advisory.  Stay tuned!

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RAUC TV - Season 3, Episode 1

RAUC TV Season 3 Episode 1
RAUC TV Season 3
is here with episode 1!  Lots more sketches, which are getting shorter (except for the ones that aren't).  Original music and animation abounds, although talk to your student about watching the school-only version -- it contains a lot more animation, and some of it is VERY cool. Check out this and past episodes on the updated RAUC website.

Watch full episode here >>

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Tech Corner

Coming back in person after April Break? Now's the time to make sure your laptop is ready for learning!

Also, in case you didn't see this from the Cambridge Public Library:

  • Our Tween/Teen Virtual Hangouts hour will be offering yoga with Jaylee Momplaisir to stretch out and shake off the brain fog. Details and registration link available here.

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cambridge healthy smiles logoWater Bottle Classroom Initiative for 6th Graders! 

The Cambridge Healthy Smiles program is launching its annual Water Bottle Classroom Initiative this month. Students in Grade 6 received a personal water bottle to use at school to promote oral health. The Charles Bullock Fund, which supports the oral health needs of school aged children in Cambridge, provides these reusable water bottles.

More info >>

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April is School Library Month!

School Library MonthSchool Library Month is a time to celebrate the essential role that school librarians and strong school library programs, including our wonderful Cambridge Public Schools Library Team, play in transforming learning. Visit the American Association of School Librarians' website to learn more and view author and illustrator videos about the importance of school libraries and reading. #EveryoneBelongs@YourSchoolLibrary #AASLslm

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Healthy Snack of the Week
Mini baked potato
Here's Cambridge in Motion's Healthy Snack of the Week:
Mini Baked Potato: Topped with Greek Yogurt, black beans and chives.
Tip: Just go for half a larger potato if needed!

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RAUC Upcoming Events

Mark Your Calendars!
RAUC calendar >>
CPS district calendar >>


 
Information sessions
IN-PERSON Families
-- Monday, April 12 | 6-6:45PM
REMOTE Families
-- Tuesday, April 13 | 6-6:45PM
Drop-in Q&A (IN-PERSON and REMOTE all welcome)
-- Friday, April 16 | 8-8:30AM
Families of RAUC
(FRAUC) Meeting
Thursday, April 15 | 8AM


Spring Vacation
April 19-23



In Our District & Community

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Find Spring and Summer 2021 opportunities for Cambridge families. You can also call/text 617.686.2998 or email Andrew for help. Continue to check back as new programs are updated or visit Find It Cambridge for lots of other great resources!

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See a curated list of programs, events, and resources within our district & community! See list >>



Here are a few featured events:


FOR CAREGIVERS:

Cambridge Families of Asian
Descent (CFAD) Meeting
April 15 | 7-8PM | Zoom
We will have a short ice breaker and then focus on forming work groups centered on different courses of action for CFAD, including Policy Advocacy, Curriculum Visibility, Social Connections and Outreach/Communications. Feel free to join us to connect, even if you do not stay for the working groups.  Please complete the Working Group Interest Form in advance to give us an idea of your areas of interest. Register for the Zoom link to attend. Questions? Email Tina Lieu, Nina Farouk, and Jenny Chung here.

FOR STUDENTS:

Cambridge Spring/Summer Math Program for 8th Graders
The Comprehensive Algebra Modular Bridge (CAMBridge) Program offers all 8th grade students the opportunity to demonstrate, deepen, and strengthen their mathematical understanding of 8th grade and/or Algebra 1 standards.

Boston University Artemis Project Online
July 5-30 | 9:30AM-12PM, 1-3:30PM
Virtual 4-week program for rising 9th grade girls focused on computer science. Deadline: May 1st.
More details >>


Cambridge Community Center
Camp COWEMOKI
Full Day Summer Camp for children in grades K-8. More details >>

FREE Virtual STEM Summer
Program - DynaMIT
Rising 6th & 7th graders: 8/16-8/20
Rising 8th & 9th graders: 8/23-8/27

FREE virtual STEM program for underserved rising 6-9th graders to inspire an interest in STEM and empower students to design and innovate. Fun activities will cover subjects like chemistry, astronomy, electrical engineering, math, and biology. All students will be paired with MIT undergraduate mentors.
Deadline: April 19th.
Register here >>



Click here for more student OST opportunities >>





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70 Rindge Ave., Cambridge, MA 02140
rindgeavenue.cpsd.us  •  617.349.4060
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