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Update from Rindge Avenue Upper School | April 10, 2018
Published on Apr 10, 2018 14:03
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Greetings from Julie Craven
Dear RAUC Families,
It’s been a long winter and it looks like warmer weather is finally starting to come our way. As we head into vacation, I wanted to share some fun community events that are happening on Friday to wrap up the week strong!
First, the entire school will attend a play, Here and There, put on by Youth Underground Theater. Here is some information about the theater troupe and the performance itself, which I encourage you to read through, as it is a purposeful and inspiring organization. We are very excited for this youth performance on the timely topic of immigration, with opportunities for our students to engage with the young actors.
Then, we will end our day with our traditional end-of-term community gathering in the auditorium. This time is really about having some fun together. Different teams take on responsibility for organizing each assembly, but a typical event is student emceed and might include music, often by students and staff, some fun interactive activity or student-produced video, interspersed with commendations given by teachers for students who particularly stood out for them in some way. It is boisterous with lots of cheering and many smiles, and feels like the perfect way to head into vacation.
May everyone find smiles and be safe during the week off. We will welcome your students back on April 23.
Best,
Julie Craven, Head of School
Check Out Unity Week Photos!
It was wonderful seeing students and staff come together around the shared goal of seeking unity! Here’s a peek with some images from Twin Day and Culture Day.
3rd Quarter Progress Reports
Out Thursday
You will receive notification when you can access progress reports on Aspen. Please let the school know on Friday if you are having trouble accessing the report: 617.349.4060. We will mail home progress reports for families without internet access. Please call the school after April break if you haven’t received it.
7th Grade Learning Previews
See what our students are going to be studying this month! Read more >>
English/Language Arts MCAS Continues
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.
6th Gr ELA: Wednesday, April 11 and Thursday, April 12
8th Gr ELA: Thursday, April 26 and Friday, April 27
Make up ELA All Grades: Mon., April 30 - Wed., May 2
Cafe Night – Thursday, April 12th
Come to the RAUC cafeteria 5PM this Thursday to enjoy 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! There is no admission and families are welcome to attend! Families of RAUC will be selling light refreshments.
Sound Exploration:
Pick Up an Instrument & Play!
Come jam and make some music after school with an instrument of your choice! You can bring your own instrument, make your own instrument, play the instruments we have here at the school, or just sit and listen! NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED! ALL ARE WELCOME! Some of those instruments include piano, guitar, bass, drums, and some others. Pick an instrument, learn to play something in just A FEW MINUTES, jam with some friends and let’s R.A.U.C.
The group meets Tuesdays and Wednesdays 3-4PM. Ask Mr. Fairbanks for more details! [email protected] or call the school at 617.349.4060.
8th Grade Updates
- Reminder that final payments to Capitol Tours are due by April 19, 2018.
- Mandatory DC Trip Meetings are Wednesday, April 25 at 6PM OR Thursday, April 26 at 9AM.
- Please reach out to Jose Oliveira, [email protected] or 617.349.4060 if you have any questions about the DC Trip.
- Graduation date: We are still waiting to hear from the district when upper school graduations will be. We hope to know in the next week or so and will send out word as soon as we do!
School Council
Two of our three parent/guardian members are graduating with their 8th graders this year. Please consider being a representative. School Council is a group of three staff, three parents/ guardians, and head of school that meets from 7:30 - 8:15AM the first Wednesday of the month. It is an advisory group for the principal and I always leave with plans strengthened by the perspectives of the council. Send me an email or call the school if you are interested. We will hold an election as needed.
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!
Spring Two Swim Classes (see flyer)
When: April 23-June 16
Where: YMCA, 820 Mass Ave.
Ages: All
Cost: $128 non members
Contact: 617.661.9622
Learn to Swim (see flyer)
When: April 16-20
Where: YMCA, 820 Mass Ave
Age: 5-12
Cost: $10, Free for members
Contact: 617.66.9622
Scriptwriting for Teens: Spring Breaks! (see flyer)
When: April 17 & 19
Where: Loeb Drama Center
Time: 10AM-12:30PM
Ages: 11-14
Cost: $15
Contact: amrep.org/script_teens18, [email protected]
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
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RAUC EVENTS
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? Students who are asked how their day went by a parent or family member are more likely to perform better in school. If you have a middle schooler who doesn’t easily volunteer information, you are not alone--use the monthly grade level Learning Previews for ideas on conversation starters! 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.
CPS SPECIAL MEETING ON SCHOOL SAFETY
April 11 | 6PM
CRLS, 459 Broadway
Details >>
"DEEJ"
A DOCUMENTARY
ON INCLUSION!
April 26 | 6:30-9:30PM
Apple Cinemas
168 Alewife Brook Pkwy
Cambridge
Details >>
CHASING CORAL SCREENING
April 11 | 5PM
Cambridge Public Library
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 >>
2018 SUMMER PROGRAM GUIDE
Get started on planning a summer of fun!
Learn more >>
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:
corn chips, salsa & avocado slices.
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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