Greetings from Julie Craven
Dear RAUC Families,

Happy belated May Day! There is a lot going on between now and the end of the year, so please be sure to read through the newsletter and mark your calendars.  

Please also note an update to our Learning Community Expectations. One of our core values is to reflect. Students and staff took some time early spring to reflect on how well our expectations connect to our core values.  Overall, we were satisfied. We did make two revisions for expectations that were not in active support of core values. Students may now wear hoods and hats, as long as we can see their lovely faces. And, students are no longer required to lock their electronics in their lockers. The same usage rules and consequences apply--all phones and electronics need to be silenced and away, and if they are out, they will taken to the office. First offenders can pick them up at the end of the day; otherwise, a family member will be contacted to come pick up the device. Please know that the school is not responsible for lost or stolen phones or electronics. If you are concerned, encourage your student to lock the devices in their locker--the school has provided locks and lockers to all students. We announced these changes at an assembly on Friday afternoon and students clearly appreciated that their input had been heard. It was certainly a step in service of unity--strong communities reflect and move forward together.

Have a great week,

Julie Craven, Head of School



Summer Math Enrichment Opportunities! 
Please make sure to check out the summer math offerings for students entering grades 6 - 8. Transportation can be provided for students. The offerings include:

Mathematics Workshops: perfect for students who want to boost grades and enhance their understanding of math. Session 1: July 10 - 28, Session 2: July 31 - August 18. FREE!
Math Bridge: perfect for rising 8th graders who are looking to accelerate their math learning and move up to Accelerated Math for 8th Grade. July 10 - August 18. FREE!
Mission Possible: Solve It (Moore Youth Center): perfect for students interested in an interactive Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math exploration. Field trips, hands on activities, and college visits can all be expected. Students can sign up for one week or several weeks. June 26 - August 18. Full day: 8:30 - 6:00 ($150/week); Half days: 12:00- 6:00 ($75/week).

For more information and applications, contact Sara Carhart, the math coach, at [email protected]


Specials Learning Previews 
See what our students are going to be studying this month! 
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Author Visit!
On May 23, the RAUC library program will host Marika McCoola, New York Times-bestselling author of the graphic novel Baba Yaga's Assistant. Marika, an acclaimed author and illustrator, will teach a day of workshops in the 6th grade ELA classes. Students will explore how pictures and words work together in graphic novels to tell a story, and then write and draw their own comics. Learn more about Marika and her book here: http://www.marikamccoola.com/. Huge thanks to Friends of RAUC and the 6th grade team for supporting this event!


Volunteers Needed: Support the Last Dance of the School Year!
Friday, May 5 | 6-8PM | RAUC Cafeteria
Tickets are $5; food and drink will be available for purchase. This final dance is sponsored by 8th grade families. We need volunteers and donations, please sign up here: http://bit.ly/2pvJygc. As always, all proceeds go directly to school enrichment activities, including scholarships for the upcoming 8th grade trip to Washington, DC.


Families of RAUC Meeting 
Wednesday, May 10 | 6-8PM | RAUC Library
Speaker: 6-6:30PM
Business Meeting: 6:30-8PM

Jason Everhart, RAUC teacher, will speak about digital identity and its impact on student performance at RAUC. The presentation will include data collected from eighth graders about their online use and how they perceive its influence on their health and academic success. While online bullying will certainly be a part of the discussion, this presentation will focus less on internet safety and more on what our students are telling us about the importance of their digital lives. The discussion will be interactive and informational, wrapping up with strategies for continuing the discussion at home.

MCAS Testing Days
Please make sure your student has a good night’s sleep the night before and is on time to school the day of the test – all tests start in the morning.

7th Grade Math: Tues/Wed May 2 & 3
8th Grade Math: Tues/Wed May 9 & 10
6th Grade Math: Mon/Tues May 15 & 16
8th Grade Science: Thur May 18 & Fri May 19 (Note date change!)
Math (all grades) and Science (8th) Make up: Tues/Wed May 23 & 24


RAUC Teacher Appreciation
Luncheon 2017 
May 17th is Teacher Appreciation Day! Help us provide lunch for our RAUC teachers to show our Rindge Avenue teachers how much we value their work with our children. We need families to volunteer food, beverages, their time or give donations to purchase food. The luncheon is Wednesday, May 17th at 12:30PM in the RAUC Library. You can sign up to bring food or help out here: www.signupgenius.com/go/805094aa8ac2ea20-rauc


Out of School Time Opportunities
*All flyers and registration forms are available at RAUC. Students/families can contact Justin McNulty.

Seeking Child Scientists! (see flyer)
Harvard Laboratory for Developmental Studies
Harvard is looking for children to participate in a study.

Camp-In in the Museum of Science (see flyer)
When: May 19 - 20
Where: 1 Science Park, Boston
Ages: Grades 1-7
Cost: $50
Website: www.mos.org/overnights



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