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Fourth Graders Speak Up
Fourth graders have been reading Front Desk by Kelly Yang which tells the story of a Chinese immigrant family. In addition we read Speak Up by Janet E. Wong, a two voice poem that addresses stereotypes, microaggressions, and the idea that people can “look American”. Students used their learning to brainstorm how they could stand up for others in similar situations. Here’s what it would sound like if they spoke up.
Art Corner by Anthony Reynolds
Inspired by quilting
Quilting traditionally involves the interlocking of repeating shapes, often using different patterned material. For our quilting inspired cross-school collaboration, we worked with circle shapes that were dissected and put in the corners of each piece. Students were instructed to use radial symmetry in their design choices.
When pieces are put together, the “quilt” forms circles with 4 different artists' work.
Multicultural Art Center Show!
Monday, Feb. 4 to Monday, March 7
Haggerty 3-5 graders contributed to several portraits that will be on display at the Cambridge Multicultural Art Center at 41 Second Street from Monday, Feb. 4 to Monday, March 7.
The show will be available to view both in-person and online.
The theme of Haggerty student’s work is Cambridge Black History, and features portraits of figures from Cambridge's rich history, modeled after the work of Haggerty’s own art teach Anthony Reynolds.
Soup-port our Soup-er Staff
Thanks to an enormous outpouring of love and support - we are all set for our Soup luncheon for staff on Wednesday, Feb. 16th.
Thanks to all who have offered to send in soups/goodies.
If you still have that pink slip at home, please save your energy for staff appreciation in June.
So grateful to be in such a thoughtful and generous community!
Lissa and Carroll
VLUS Triad White Caregivers Working Toward Anti-Racism
Hello G&P, Haggerty, Tobin, and VLUS Families,
Please join a monthly affinity group forVLUS Triad White Caregivers Working Toward Anti-Racism.
The affinity group will read and discuss various texts throughout the year in order to address our own unconscious biases and to take an active role in fighting white supremacy in our schools, communities, and ourselves.
There will be reading (or listening) to complete before each session, and families are strongly encouraged to make a commitment to attend as many sessions as possible.
Next Meeting: How can we take action when doing anti-racist work in spite of real or perceived risks?
Thursday, March 3rd | 6:45-8PM
Read Bettina Love Talking About Co-Conspirators. Read here >>
Register in advance for this meeting.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
February Break COVID Testing
 Earlier this week, we announced that CPS will provide all staff and students a rapid self-test kit for use during February break.
We are writing with additional news. Following the February Break, we will begin implementing a new testing option that will allow our students and staff the opportunity to rapid test at home weekly. This means all students and staff will now have the option to participate in two COVID tests each week: one at school and once at home.
HIGHLIGHTS OF AT-HOME RAPID TESTING PLAN:
- ANY student can participate in the new at-home rapid testing program regardless of vaccination status.
- THE TESTING PROGRAM IS VOLUNTARY. Families must opt-in through the CPS Family Portal. Visit family portal >>
- Participating students will receive a kit every 2 weeks; each kit will contain 2 tests and instructions for using the self-test.
- This option will begin the week of February 28. Please note that the date may change depending on supply and the delivery schedule.
If you would like your child to receive a kit the week of the 28th, the opt-in form must be completed by Friday, February 18.
Healthy Snack of the Week
Nutty Yogurt Dippers. Greek yogurt with nut butter drizzled on top, served with apple or pear slices to dip and scoop!
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