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Message from Christen Sohn
Good afternoon CSUS Parents and Caregivers,
We hope you are enjoying the springtime weather!
The scholar attribute we celebrated this month was ORIGINALITY. 6th and 7th graders came together to share and celebrate one another’s work and talents. Highlights included sharing work from our Bullet Journaling Elective, upcoming 7th grade science Zero Gravity Science Projects, 6th grade science lego modeling, Creative Movement projects from PE, scholar-designed movie posters, Women’s History Month research, and a performance of an original song by 6th grader Clio Flackett. Our 8th graders were busy scheduling their courses for CRLS, but we are looking forward to honoring ORIGINALITY with our 8th graders in the coming weeks.
A reminder to caregivers that our MCAS testing dates are as follows
- ELA: Wednesday, April 6th and Thursday, April 7th
- Math: Wednesday, May 4th and Thursday, May 5th
- STE (8th grade only): Monday, May 18th and Tuesday, May 19th
- Scholars in our Small Learning Communities may test on other/additional days as staffing allows. Your child’s teacher will communicate MCAS dates with you directly.
All scholars should bring chromebooks and chargers to school tomorrow (Wednesday) in preparation for our Infrastructure Trial on Thursday. The Infrastructure Trial will take place during Advisory and is a quick opportunity for scholars to practice logging in and ensure their device works for testing day. Chromebooks will remain at CSUS tomorrow and be returned for scholars to take home on Thursday.
Cell phones are not permitted during any portion of the MCAS. We ask that scholars keep phones home or keep them silenced in their backpacks for the duration of MCAS testing.
CSUS Art and Artist of the week
CSUS Scholar Artist of the Week: March 28, 2022
Quinn Soper
Grade 7
“Ceramic Bowls: Swirl Series”
COVID Updates
Last week from 3/23-3/29 we had 2 positive COVID cases. Families at the impacted grade level received a separate communication from CSUS.
If you are interested in receiving weekly at-home rapid tests for your scholar, opt-in through the CPS Family Portal or by contacting Ms. Howard. Rapid tests should be administered Friday mornings before school. Positive results should be reported to the Main Office.
Thank you for entrusting us with your scholar’s learning. We understand that you have choices regarding your child’s education, and appreciate you choosing CSUS. Your partnership and trust are a huge part of what makes CSUS spell SUCCESS!
Have a wonderful rest of the week!
Christen
SAVE THE DATE: Spring into the Arts
34th Annual Cambridge CityRun/Walk
Sunday, April 3 | 7:30AM (Registration start), 9AM (Race start)
It's BACK! Sign up for the 34th Annual Cambridge CityRun/Walk. Benefiting Friends of Cambridge Athletics & the Andrea Harvey Memorial Fund.
Register here >>
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April Break Math Programs
Need something to do over April break? Check out these math programs!
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Thank You! from the CSUS Parent Caregiver Organization (PCO)
We are happy to report that the annual winter food gift card drive received $3,048 in generous donations, which enabled us to give support to families in the CSUS community over the winter break. You made a difference!
After the last school year in which the PCO only raised $3,700, we are still seeking donations so that we can do teacher appreciation events. If you are able to give, you can give online here or mail/drop off checks to the school for “Cambridge Street Upper School PCO.”
Are you good with numbers? The PCO is seeking a caregiver with a student in 6th grade to become assistant treasurer to help keep our books. Contact Tina if you're interested.
CSUS March Calendar
CSUS March calendar is now available. View calendar >>
The Artemis Project (For rising 9th Grade Girls)
July 5 - August 5th | BU Campus
The Artemis Project is a five-week summer program that introduces girls to the creative thinking and problem-solving skills that are at the core of computer science. The program makes fundamental topics in computer science fun and engaging by incorporating both hands-on activities as well as real-world applications. Lunch is provided each day. A payment of $100 non-refundable registration fee is required.
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Healthy Snack of the Week
 Fruit & Cheese Kabobs! Alternate chopped fruit and cheese pieces on a chopstick or kabob. Try melon, berries, apple, pears, pineapple & more!
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