Update from Rindge Avenue Upper School: March 31, 2015
Published on Mar 31, 2015 13:15
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MCAS: English Language Arts
Starting Thursday, March 26th thru April 10th, all grades 6, 7, and 8 will be taking the ELA MCAS. The 7th grade will also take the MCAS Long Composition test during this time. Please refer to MCAS testing schedule for exact dates your child will be testing. View the Schedule >>
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Congratulations to our Athletic Scholars
The RAUC Boys' Basketball team won the city championship. Our girls' basketball team won 2nd place.
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Code It!
A 3 day hands-on program for middle school girls. It is offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Society of Women Engineers. It’s held at MIT from over Spring break, April 18 - 20th, from 9AM - 5PM each day. This program will be provided at no cost to the participant. The application for this program can be found here and if you have any additional questions, please feel free to email us. You can also check out our website for our FAQ.
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Boston Glow Essay Contest
Boston
Glow is holding an Essay Contest for girls ages 14-19 focusing on
change they would like to see in their community. Last year, they gave
out $21,000 in cash and prizes to ten girls. This
year's winner gets a $5000 cash prize and an iPad! There are also two
$2500 prizes and all ten finalists get at least $1000. The deadline is
April 6th! Learn more >>
CRLS Parent Workshop Series:
Spring 2015
Thursday, April 16 | 6-8PM
Teens and Substance Abuse
Location: CRLS Falcon’s Nest (2nd Floor)
Thursday, April 30 | 6-7:30PM
Resilient Parents, Resilient Teens: Cultivating Social and Emotional Health for Teens
Learn more >>
Summer Math Opportunities
Mark your calendars.
The CPS STEM department is running three math summer programs. Sign-ups
will begin later this spring and all programs will run at CRLS from
8:30 - 11:30AM. Transportation WILL be provided. Learn more >>
OSS Summer Services and Programs
Spring is
upon us and I am excited that we are seeing a bit of sunshine.
Hopefully, the warm weather is coming soon. This year is moving quickly,
we have accomplished a lot in a short time. We are celebrating the
completion of the Office of Student Services Parent and Family Handbook.
Read more about upcoming summer programs >>
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Join a Girls Who Code Club
Want to learn how to build an app, design a video game, and change the world through code? Learn more >>
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Healthy Snack of the Week
Cambridge
in Motion presents this
week's healthy snack suggestion:
Orange and apple slices and low-fat string cheese. Learn more >>
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Stay Connected
Get up-to-date news, announcements, event information, and school closing information. Follow Rindge Avenue on Facebook today >>
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RAUC EVENTS
RAUC Clubs Begin
Term 3
March 31
No School: Good Friday
April 3
Alternative Performance Night
April 15 | 5 - 7PM
No School: Spring Break
April 20 - 24
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EXCITING NEWS!
We're delighted to announce our new (free!) mobile app! Learn more >>
DISTRICT EVENTS
Math Pathways - What You Need to Know
April 6 | 5:30 – 7PM
Kennedy-Longfellow / Putnam Avenue Upper School, Multipurpose Room
At the end of 6th Grade,
all students will be recommended for either the “Grade Level” math
class or the “Accelerated” math class. This summer, three FREE math
programs will be offered during July and August. Attend this event to
learn more and ask questions. Learn more >>
Practicing together: Bringing mindfulness to schools and homes
April 9 | 6:30 - 8PM
Amigos School Library
Learn more >>
OUTSIDE CPS
Spring 2015 Soccer
Registration has started for Cambridge Youth Soccer In-Town Leagues.
Learn more >>
A Step Beyond Theater Arts Program
March 28 - June 5, 2015
10AM - 12Noon
Ages 10 - 14. Promoting Peace and social justice.
Learn more >>
Are you ready for some April Vacation fun?
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is offering programs for girls in grades K - 10. Learn more >>
Fuel Assistance
If you meet the income
requirements you may be able to get help with your heating bills.
Learn more >>
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Rindge Avenue
Upper School
70 Rindge Ave.
Cambridge, MA 02140
617.349.4060
School's Website
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