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April is Poetry Month
April is National Poetry month. This year marks the 25th annual celebration of national Poetry month. You can read more about this national tribute to poetry here.
In observance of national poetry month, the Cambridge Public Library sponsors an annual Poetry Contest for all students in grades K-8. This is the 22nd annual CPL poetry contest. CPL have historically combined this poetry contest with honoring Arbor Day each year. Cambridge students have been writing poetry about trees for 21 years. Due the pandemic, this year, CPL decided to open the contest to any original poetry for all students grades K-8. Many Haggerty students have been writing poetry this month, some with themes or trees and some with no theme at all.
Students have learned about highly structured poetry and very unstructured poetry, students are writing rhyming and non-rhyming poems. Poetry offers creativity and personal expression for all students! First graders wrote poems inspired by the school garden, while many other students wrote about the power and strength of trees and nature. Here are few of our amazing Haggerty student poems. Enjoy. - Suzanne Russell - ELA Coach
Trees by William T.
Trees,
life giving eternal an emblem of nature, perseverance, strength, beauty all melded into one form of matter, trees always giving us all they have without asking anything in return.
More poems below
Cambridge Science Curiosity Challenge Winners from Haggerty!
Sara M. in 4th Grade
First, we learned about waterwheels in science and how they generate energy for the Lowell Mills. Then, it was time for the Curiosity Challenge. I thought and thought and had an idea! “How long does it take to make a water wheel for energy?”
I drew a colorful picture of the Merrimack River and people who made the cloth at the Lowell Mills. In conclusion, the water wheel made me think! Next year, you should take the Curiosity Challenge!
Saif K. in 3rd Grade
Sammy in 1st Grade
Khalil in 5th Grade
Poetry - continued
I am a Tree by Hepzibah
I am a tree. big and strong tall enough to touch the sky.
I am a tree. I feel the gentle kiss and warm glow of the sun.
I am a tree. I feel the great push of the wind.
I am a tree. I feel the light tickle by all the critters and Insects.
I am a tree. I feel the coolness of the rain and the pitter patters of it falling.
I am a tree. I give shade to all who see me and embrace me.
I am a tree that gives life to others when I’m gone.
Ladys Bugs Movement by David W.
A lady bugs,
movement is like
they open their wings then
f
l
y…
away for a little bit
then
they
l a n d and c r a w l all again.
Spring By Naryya
Spring
There is vibrancy in the air,
Spring,
brings new hope,
it gives us a new
scope.
Butterflies
hovered without worry,
fireflies light up the night
Winter ran away with a scury.
Second grade remote has been learning about alliteration, personification, simile and repetition in poetry. Here are some poems they have written.
Sadeq
I am as nice as a feather.
I am as soft as a bouncy house.
My glasses are as green as the grass.
My eyes are as brown as a tree branch.
My hair is dark like the dark night.
I am strong like a superhero
Harlow
Sun/Moon
The sun tucks away
It goes to sleep in its' little cloud bed.
The moon tucks away when it's day
It comes out at night to say "Hi" to its' bat friend.
Friends of Haggerty
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the Haggerty school
When you sign up for the Amazon Smile program, Amazon will donate a portion of every purchase to Friends of Haggerty. That is a huge help for our enrichment programs, field trips, and more. All you have to do is go to smile.amazon.com and choose Friends of Haggerty as your charity. Then every time you shop, start at smile.amazon.com. And, now you can use Smile through the Amazon app, too. All the instructions you need are here. If you have questions, email Friends of Haggerty.
Friends of Haggerty needs a treasurer!
If you’re looking for a way to get involved, meet other families, and help our school, come join us on Friends of Haggerty. We meet once a month to help fundraise for field trips, artist and author visits, enrichment, and more. We welcome all new members and are also looking for a treasurer. No experience required - we’ll give you all the info you need and we all work together. If interested, please contact Lissa or Friends of Haggerty.
MCAS Dates
This year, for grades 3-5, the MCAS will take place from May 17 - May 27
- The tests will be shorter than in normal years.
- Students will still be tested in the same subjects: Math, ELA and Science (5th grade only)
- Remote students will take MCAS remotely (more information to come); in-person students will take the MCAS in-person.
Please note:
- There will be no negative impact to students based on their MCAS results or a family’s decision NOT to participate.
- If you do not want their student to participate in the MCAS this year, please email Nancy to let her know by May 7th.
- If you want your child to take the MCAS, you do not need to take any action.
- This year, because of the pandemic, the state will not penalize schools or districts based on MCAS participation rates or results.
For more information, please check out the district MCAS webpage.
Questions? Please reach out to Lissa.
ART CORNER - Anthony Reynolds
Here students learned about caricature and created funny self-portraits, and well as a wild thing from a project inspired by Maurice Sendak.
Tech Goes Home
Tech Goes Home is returning to Cambridge Public Schools! This is a fantastic opportunity for families with children in grades 1-7.
Here is what you need to know:
We will spend sixteen hours together virtually over several weeks, learning how to navigate exciting computer applications that can help you and your child make the most of technology in your home and your child's academic life.
This class is FREE for you and your child. Here is our schedule:
Evening class: All classes run from 5:30 - 7:30PM on Tuesdays
5/11, 5/18, 5/25, 6/1, 6/8, 6/15, 6/22 and 6/29
Afternoon classes: All classes run from 3:30- 5:30PM on Thursdays
5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3, 6/10, 6/17, 6/24 and 7/1
We will schedule make-up classes as necessary. Thank you!
At the end of our sixteen hours, you will be eligible to receive a brand new Chromebook!
Class space is limited to 10 families on a first come, first serve basis. If you are interested, please fill out the form below ASAP. Sgn up here >>
Questions? Email Mrs. Sullivan or Renee Daniliuk.
Coach's Corner
 Do you know about Bedtime Math? It’s a great, free resource that helps you do a little bit of fun, engaging math with your child every day. Some families read a story before bed - now you can do a little math, too! Bedtime, breakfast time - any time is a good time for math! Sign up for a daily email or download their app.
Have fun!
Ms. Pearlmutter
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