Greetings from Julie Craven  
Dear RAUC Families,

One component of our core value, seek Unity, is to celebrate differences. Celebrations and traditions from other cultures help expand our own lived experience and can open our eyes to different ways of viewing the world. For the Muslim members of our community, the holy month of Ramadan has started. A wish for a peaceful Ramadan to those observing this month of fasting and reflection. And I will extend another common greeting to everyone in our community: May every year find you in good health!

I hope you find the announcements in this newsletter helpful in keeping track of end-of-year activities. And enjoy the Specialists’ learning previews, the last ones for the year!

Respectfully,

Julie Craven, Head of School

Specials Learning Previews 
See what our students are going to be studying this month! 
Read more >>

Cyberbullying: What it is, what can students do about it? 
Reminder that tonight (5/31) at 6PM in room A211, Alice Cohen, Cambridge Lead Teacher for Social Emotional Learning, will give a presentation on cyberbullying. As noted in Tuesday’s email sent to all families, this will be the same presentation given to RAUC students at Tuesday’s grade level assemblies. We hope to see you there. We will also share notes from the talk for those who cannot attend.

Sam Musher, RAUC Library Technology Specialist, Featured on Mass School Library Association Website!
RAUC teachers regularly seek ways to continue their professional learning so they can provide our students with experiences based on the latest thinking and research for their fields. Recently, Ms. Musher attended the annual conference of the Massachusetts School Library Association. She was also a speaker--such an inspiring one that the MSLA chose to feature her on their website. RAUC-on, Ms. Musher!

Check out their intro and her talk: This year's MSLA conference included an exciting new feature, four brief "Ignite Talks" by MSLA members each morning after the President's address and before the keynote speaker. Though brief, these talks were an exciting addition to the conference format and worth highlighting. We thought the Ignite Talk from Sam Musher, Library Technology Specialist at the Rindge Avenue Upper School in Cambridge, was a perfect example to share here in the Forum in order to highlight this new addition to our conference. Learn more >>  



RAUC Musical Chasing Fate 6/1 and 6/2
Can you change your fate? What would you sacrifice to get what you want? These are the questions Tess struggles with when she suddenly finds herself transported into the world of Norse mythology. Surrounded by gods, dwarves and monsters Tess must make the choice of who she really wants to be. This original musical is written in part by the students of RAUC. Shows are Thursday, June 1st and Friday, June 2nd at 7PM in the auditorium. Tickets are a suggested $5. Directed by Summar Elguindy and Music Directed by Joshua DeWitte.

Latest News on the CPS District Planning Process
Did you attend a Visioning Session or watch the Superintendent's presentation on developing a district plan for CPS? Members of the CPS community are invited to learn and contribute as the planning process continues.

• Learn about the Planning Team & Visioning Sessions
• The District Planning Team consists of 31 students, family members, staff members, community partners, school leaders, district leaders, and School Committee members, who are giving their time to design the CPS district plan. Why would such a diverse group of people come together for such a purpose? Learn Why >>
• Save The Date: Town Hall on the District Plan
  Tuesday, June 13 | 6PM
  Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
  View the Flyer >>

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]

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

The Media Fair (see flyer)
Cambridge Educational Access Television 
When: May 25th
Time: 2:30PM
Where: 454 Broadway Street
Contact: [email protected] or 617.349.6744

Cambridge Participatory Budgeting (see flyer)
When: June 1 - July 31, 2017
Contact: Justin and Michelle at 617.349.4270 or email us.
Visit the Website
Deadline: August 4, 2017

Middle School Activities Club: Movie Night (see flyer)
When: Friday, June 2, 2017
Where: Russell Youth Center
Time: 6:30 - 9:30PM
Cost: Free. Shuttle and refreshments included.
Contact: Patricia Bradshaw at 617.498.1289 or email him.
Registration: Deadline is May 31st.

Boys to Men Leadership Brunch (see flyer)
When: Saturday, June 3rd
Where: Putnam Ave Upper School, 100 Putnam Ave, Cambridge
Time: 12Noon - 3PM
Grade: Upper school boys
Contact: Email us or 617.665.3830

Beyond the 4th Wall presents: The Lion King
June 15, 16, 17 | 7PM, June 18 | 3PM
Fitzgerald Theater at CRLS
$5 for students and $10 for adults
101 Dalmatians and Other Adventures
Saturday, June 17 | 3PM
Fitzgerald Theater at CRLS
$5 for students and $10 for adults
Beyond the 4th Wall is a Cambridge non-profit that brings the magic of theater and performances to families throughout Cambridge.

Cambridge Youth Gamelan (see flyer)
When: June 26 - June 28
Where: MIT World Music Room (next to the MIT Museum) 265 Massachusetts Ave
Time: 10AM - 1PM
Grades: 3 – 9
Cost: $30 for three classes, processing fee of $3-5 added per session
Contact: Email Us



FREE Creative Writing Workshops
Free summer writing program for students entering grades 6 - 8. Students will explore writing stories, poetry, and scripts. Learn more >>



West Side Story Auditions (Grade 8)
June 5th: Dance. June 7th: Vocal/Acting.
Learn more >>



An Evening with Chris Herren
Wednesday, May 31 | 7 - 8:30PM
He will speak to our students and families about the dangers of substance abuse. 
Location: CRLS - Fitzgerald Theatre 
Chris Herren (a former NBA rising star) has a compelling story and powerful message. Please help spread the word about this important event and help keep Cambridge youth safe form the disastrous opiate addiction that is overwhelming our nation. We urge families and students to attend together and will be giving extra credit towards Health Education class to our rising 9th graders. For more information contact Greta Hardina, CRLS Family Liaison, at 617.349.6660. Please see the poster designed by CRLS RSTA Creative Design Students. Open to all CRLS and Upper School Families.



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Stay updated on what's happening for middler schoolers in Cambridge. Find @CambridgeMSN on Facebook and Instagram! Be sure to sign up (via Facebook) to get the MSN monthly e-newsletter, too. View the MSN Out-of-School Time Opportunities Resource Guide >>