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Message from Christen Sohn
Good afternoon CSUS Parents and Caregivers,
Springtime weather and events are in full swing at CSUS! In addition to the standard end-of-school-year programming, we’re excited to share two new initiatives we have added to the Cambridge Street experience for our 8th graders. Based on feedback from scholars, CSUS piloted our first ever Cobra Success Academy last week. Cobra Success Academy was an opportunity for struggling 8th grade scholars to catch up on classwork and connect 1:1 with teachers, counselors, after school staff, and CRLS administration and make a plan to end 8th grade strong and more prepared for high school. CSA participants reported a positive, supportive experience, and we are proud of scholars’ hard work!
CSUS will also be collaborating with the Office of Equity Inclusion and Belonging (OEIB) to provide eighth grade scholars with an opportunity to discuss topics surrounding race, gender and sexual orientation. Beginning on May 23rd, these conversations/activities will be facilitated by members of the OEIB, CRLS' Black Student Union, Students of Color Coalition, Pan Asian Club, P10, LatinX Club, members of the Title IX Auriela Advocates as well as other white CRLS students working towards anti bias/anti racism, and CSUS' Cultural Proficiency Facilitators. Scholars will share their thoughts and feelings in self-selected affinity groups. Our hope is that by exploring these topics, scholars will increase their empathy for each other and the CSUS community as a whole. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Robinson at [email protected].
Cambridge Street scholars and staff continue to make innovative, equity-driven experiences a focus of our community’s work. We are looking forward to broadening the success of these programs with offerings for our 6th and 7th graders in the future.
Our Spring in the Arts concert is less than two weeks away and we are fired up for a good time! If your child is participating in the Visual Art Show or the Evening Performance please have your child follow up with the VPA Program Director for information about uniform, call time, dress rehearsal, etc. Note, per CPSD guidelines all audience members are required to wear a face mask and show proof of vaccination for entry. “Grab and go” meals will be available for families to take outdoors to eat or to bring home. Thank you for your support and feel free to reach out to CSUS Administration for more info on audience guidelines.
Aimee Chanler (Band): [email protected]
April Silbert (Visual Art): [email protected]
Ariel Carmichael (Chorus): [email protected]
Jesus D. Baeza (Cobra Dance Crew): [email protected]
Simon Watts (Orchestra): [email protected]
COVID Updates
Our school community had 17 positive COVID cases identified either through outside testing or school-based pool testing over last week from 5/12-5/16. Families at the impacted grade level will receive a separate communication from CSUS. See here for the Superintendent’s most recent communication regarding masking.
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 at [email protected]. Rapid tests should be administered Friday mornings before school. Positive results should be reported to the Main Office.
CSUS Artist of the Week
 CSUS Scholar Artist of the Week: May 16, 2022
Orlando Spadola
Grade 7
“Beautiful Bagel”
Ceramic bagel with cream cheese, salmon, avocado & tomato
We hope you join us for Spring Into The Arts next Thursday to see all of our scholar artists’ work on display!Any caregivers interested in supporting setup for Spring Into The Arts can meet Ms. Silbert and the Art Club at CSUS on May 24th from 3-4:30PM to help hang scholar artwork.
Important Upcoming Dates
- May 18 and May 19: STE MCAS (8th grade only)*
*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.
- May 26: Spring Into The Arts concert and art exhibition
- June 15: CSUS 8th grade trip to ART - more information to follow!
- June 23: CSUS 8th Grade Graduation, 3 at 840 Cambridge Street
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
Spring into the Arts
Our Spring in the Arts concert is less than two weeks away and we are fired up for a good time! If your child is participating in the Evening Performance please follow up with the individual Program Director for information about uniform, call time, dress rehearsal, etc. Additionally, every scholar at CSUS has selected their art and it will be displayed in the Cafeteria for the Visual Art Show scheduled from 4 - 8PM. Thursday, May 26th. Note per CPS guidelines all audience members are required to wear a face mask and show proof of vaccination for entry. Thank you for your support and feel free to reach out to CSUS Administration for more info on audience guidelines.
CSUS May Calendar
CSUS May calendar is now available. View calendar >>
CAMBridge Summer Program for 8th Graders
The 8th Grade → Algebra CAMBridge Program (Comprehensive Algebra Modules) is a self-paced program for all 8th grade students with the opportunity to demonstrate, deepen, and strengthen their mathematical understanding of Algebra 1 standards. Learn more >>
Middle School Health Survey
Every two years all middle schoolers across the district take this very important survey.
- The survey is completely anonymous.
- It gives us information on how students are feeling about themselves and the school.
- We use this information to figure out how we can make ourselves a better school and what supports students need. It also tells us what we are doing well, which is always good to hear.
- We don’t get the information back until the fall. When we have it, we will definitely share the results with you and let you know what we plan to do about it!
Click here for more details from the district communication >>
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.
More details >>
View flyer >>
Cambridge-Somerville Asian Festival
Come celebrate the diversity of Asian American cultures and heritages, co-organized by the Cambridge Families of Asian Descent. From 5:30-7PM on Friday, May 20th at 1060 Broadway, Somerville (mural-in-progress demonstration and art workshops for all ages) and 12-3PM on Saturday, May 21 at Starlight Square in Central Square. (live dance and music performances) Events are free and open to all, and will include family-friendly activities. Details >>
Healthy Snack of the Week
 Energy Bites: Nut butter, rolled oats, honey/maple syrup, dried fruit, and 1 tsp. vanilla extract.
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