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Update from Rindge Avenue Upper School | April 3, 2018
Published on Apr 3, 2018 13:12
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Cafe Night is Coming!
Next Thursday, April 12th at 5PM in the cafeteria, we will have our sixth annual Cafe Night complete with music and poetry from RAUC students. This is a night for students to express themselves beyond the walls of the classroom. See them shine, get to know their talents, and be prepared to be moved!
We are encouraging students who love to write raps or poems, play an instrument, sing or dance to sign up with Mr. Dewitte or Ms. Gonzalez, either in person or they can drop a note off in the office. Sign ups accepted this week into the beginning of next. Students can perform works by other artists or compose original pieces.
Note: There is no admission fee and families are welcome to attend! Families of RAUC will be selling light refreshments.
English/Language Arts MCAS
Starts This Week
Please make sure your student gets a good night sleep and a healthy breakfast the night before an MCAS test. The RAUC MCAS schedule can also be found on the Rindge Avenue calendar on our website.
7th Gr ELA: Wed., April 4 and Thurs., April 5
6th Gr ELA: Wed., April 11 and Thurs., April 12
8th Gr ELA: Thurs., April 26 and Fri., April 27
Make up ELA All Grades: Mon., April 30 - Wed., May 2
6th Graders RAUC-ed Our Music Showcase!
All 6th graders performed on Monday morning in front of current 5th graders as part of our 5th-6th transition. Peabody and Baldwin 5th graders came to the RAUC auditorium and listened while Band, Chorus, Orchestra and Music Studio groups each showcased what our future 6th graders can look forward to in the different music pathways. They performed beautifully and we are grateful for their leadership. Ask your 6th grader how it felt!
6th Grade Learning Previews
See what our students are going to be studying this month! Read more >>
8th Graders to Biogen
It's time for the 8th grade annual science field trip to Biogen, a biotech research company in Cambridge. In a continuation of their study of genetics, students will engage in a hands-on lab to study sickle cell anemia. Because the lab only holds 30 students at a time, the trip is spread out over four days: April 3rd - 6th. Students will be leaving RAUC around 9:05 and returning between 1:30 and 2:00 each day. Please make sure your student has returned the permission slip if you haven’t already. We are grateful for this community partnership!
8th Grade DC Trip Updates
- Reminder that final payments to Capitol Tours are due by April 19, 2018.
- Meetings are Wed., April 25 at 6PM OR Thurs., April 26 at 9AM.
- Every student must have an adult family member attend a DC Trip Information Meeting (meetings are for adults only).
- Medical Forms will be handed out at the meeting; they MUST be turned in by Friday, May 11.
- Any student who does not have an adult family member attend one of these meetings will not be allowed to attend the trip.
- Please reach out to Jose Oliveira at [email protected] or 617.349.4060 if you have any questions.
Step Up and Take Your Chance to Dance
April 10 | 3:30 - 4:30PM | CRLS Dance Studio, Room 0621
All Cambridge 7th and 8th graders are invited.
RSVP by Friday, April 6 by clicking here. View the Flyer >>
Upcoming Opportunities Outside School
All flyers and registration forms are available at RAUC. Students or families can contact Justin McNulty.
Learn more about opportunities outside school via the Middle School Network!
2018 Cambridge Science Festival
When: April 13-22
Where: Various locations
Cost: Some events are FREE for K-12 students; more info at http://bit.ly/2Jh2bef and http://bit.ly/2q1nsA4
Contact: cambridgesciencefestival.org
Teen Dance Intensive
When: April 16-22
Where: Dance Complex, 536 Mass Ave, Cambridge
Time: 9AM-1PM
Ages: 11-18
Cost: Free
Contact: jeanappolonexpressions.org/teen-intensive/
Maud Morgan: Architecture Workshop (see flyer)
When: April 17-20
Where: 20 Sacramento Street, Cambridge
Time: 1-5:30PM
Grades: 6-8
Cost: $280, Scholarships available
Contact: 617.349.6287; www.maudmorganarts.org/programs-workshops/school-vacation-programs/school-vacation-program-descriptions/
Beyond the 4th Wall April Vacation
When: April Vacation
Where: 44 Linnaean St, Cambridge
Ages: 7-12
Cost: $400, Scholarships available
Contact: [email protected], 617.710.3864
Shoe Sole Shoe Design (see flyer and form)
When: April 17-20
Where: Frisoli Youth Center
Time: 9AM - 3PM
Grades: 6, 7 and 8
Cost: Free; snacks & lunch provided
Contact: [email protected], 617.253.3410
Boston University Reading Skills Program (see flyer)
When: Weekly programs from June 23 - August 27
Where: Boston University/Lasell College
Time: Varies by program
Ages: 4-16
Cost: Tuition $269; Materials Fee $39
Contact: www.bu.readingprograms.org
Summer STEAM @ BHCC (see flyer)
When: Weekly programs July 9 - August 3
Where: Bunker Hill Community College
Time: varies by program
Ages: 8-13
Cost: $199
Contact: Register at www.bhcc.edu/STEAMsummer
MIT MAES (Latinos in Science and Engineering)
Science Extravaganza
When: April 28th
Where: MIT Campus
Time: All Day
Grades: 6th and 7th
Cost: FREE
Contact: maes.mit.edu/about.html, 617.253.3245, [email protected]
Have You Checked Out Find It Cambridge?
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2018 DHSP Summer Program Guide
Get started on planning a summer of fun!
Learn more via Find It Cambridge >>
Curbside Compost Goes Citywide!
Have you heard the wonderful news? Tell your friends, family, and neighbors to grab their new bins and start composting!
Find out more >>
Let's Connect!
Stay in the loop by joining our social media communities.
RAUC Facebook >>
District Social Media >>
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RAUC EVENTS
School Site Council Meeting
April 4 | 7:30AM
Third Quarter Ends
April 6
Grades close on Friday, and report cards will go live on Thursday, April 12. We will mail home progress reports to families without Internet.
FRAUC Meeting
April 11 | 6PM
Cafe Night
April 12 | 5PM
No School:
April Vacation
April 16-20
APRIL VACATION MATH CAMP – 8TH GRADERS
April 17-19 | 9AM-12:30PM
CRLS
Details >>
HEALTH & WELLNESS TIP
Did you know? Focusing on three positive things that you do each day can help to increase your self esteem. Saying them outloud, writing them down, or sharing them with a peer or family member can help to cement them in your mind. Reach out to Ms. Boadu ([email protected]) or Mr. McNulty ([email protected]) if you have any questions about a tip or concerns about your student’s social emotional well-being.
CHASING CORAL SCREENING
April 11 | 5PM
Cambridge Public Library
The CRLS Marine Conservation Club is excited to invite you to a free presentation of the award winning documentary Chasing Coral on April 11th!
Details >>
PROTECTING YOUR KIDS FROM OVERLY SEXUAL INTERNET CONTENT
April 25 | 6:30PM
Putnam Avenue Upper School, 100 Putnam Ave.
Details >>
WATER CHALLENGE
April 1-30
Mayor McGovern is joining mayors across the country in asking residents to make a long-term commitment to manage water resources more wisely by taking part in the annual Wyland National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation. Students are welcome learn about water conservation and join in the water pledge, too!
General Info >>
Student Info >>
MINDFUL PARENTING / TALLER RESPIRA
April 23; May 7, 21;
June 4 | 7-8:30PM
Amigos School
In these workshops, moms and dads gather to practice skills and practical exercises to reach a greater calm and clarity during difficult times in our daily lives. Dr. Beatriz Meza-Valencia, pediatrician, teaches about childhood and adolescent brain development and exercises easy to use in everyday life. Everyone is invited and attendance to prior sessions is not required. Sessions will be given in Spanish and English. Childcare provided. Questions? [email protected]
IMMIGRATION LEGAL SCREENING CLINICS
FREE consultations with an immigrant attorney every third Wednesday of the month. Details >>
More resources >>
HEALTHY SNACK OF THE WEEK
Here's Cambridge in Motion's Healthy Snack of the week suggestion:
sweet potato fries.
MOBILE APP
Stay informed via our FREE mobile app!
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FIND IT
Looking for things to do in Cambridge? Take a peek at Find It Cambridge!
www.finditcambridge.org
IN OUR COMMUNITY
See a list of programs and events in our community.
Details >>
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
School Calendar
District Calendar
RINDGE AVENUE
UPPER SCHOOL
70 Rindge Ave.
Cambridge, MA 02140
617.349.4060
School's Website
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