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Update from Rindge Avenue Upper School | May 15, 2018
Published on May 15, 2018 14:33
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Greetings from Julie Craven
Dear RAUC Families,
As part of the district plan to support access for all students to high levels of achievement, the Math Department is making changes to the Upper School math program. Please read the attached letter for details on the changes, the rationale for them, and action steps to ensure success of the new approach. (The letter is in English and translated into Spanish, Haitian Creole, Arabic, French, and Amharic. Please reach out to us if you would like support in a language other than those listed.)
One component of the math plan is ensuring students receive the support they need in math, whether it is enrichment or additional instruction. To do that, we have added two 30 minute “Aim High” blocks into our schedule. Please know that the structure of the Aim High blocks is still being developed. We look forward to sharing more information with you at the start of next school year. Given that we have only so many hours in the school day, we have to take that time from somewhere. As a result, we will not have electives next year. We know that will disappoint some and will be of little notice to others. We have worked to create more visual and performing arts options for rising 7th and 8th graders as a way to continue to give students opportunities to explore their interests. We have also created a “Unity Day” schedule for Fridays to accommodate our quarterly community meetings or other occasional unity building events. For those of you with students at the high school, this is similar to CRLS Black and Silver schedules.
These two topics will be on the agenda of our next School Council so I can hear the Council’s perspectives on questions the changes raise and their ideas on ways to address them with families. Recently, some families have raised some questions about our cell phone policy so I will also review the decision-making process behind it with the Council as well as hear their thoughts on best ways to share that information with families. As with all meetings, community members are welcome to attend. This meeting will be a week earlier since I will be away on the 8th grade DC trip: Wednesday, May 30, 7:30-8:15AM in A201.
I hope to see you all at our Thursday Community Dinner (5:30PM in the caf) and Celebration of Learning (6-7PM in classrooms). Have a wonderful week!
Best,
Julie Craven, Head of School
Book Fair
Our first RAUC Summer Reading Book Fair will take place this week, May 16-18! Students will come with their ELA classes: 6th on Thurs., 7th on Wed., and 8th on Fri. Ms. Musher and the ELA teachers will help students choose books they'll be excited to read this summer. See flyer for more details!
We'll have mostly paperbacks ($7-$12) as well as used books ($2.50) and a few hardcovers ($12-$18). Our Fair takes cash and cards. You can shop during the evening Celebration of Learning on May 17th, or online anytime this week at rindge.fantasticbookfairs.com! A percentage of proceeds will support the purchase of more books for the library.
7th Grade Learning Previews
See what our students are going to be studying this month! Read more >>
8th Grade Reminders
Washington DC Trip Forms due May 24 (Signed behavior contracts, field trip permission slip, medical forms, and all doctor’s prescriptions/meds) must be turned in by May 24.
Graduation Tickets: Each 8th grade family will receive 4 tickets. Please reach out to Ms. Boadu ASAP if you have an additional ticket request or do not need all 4 of your tickets.
Cap and Gown orders must be placed by Friday, May 18th. Students must see Ms. Linette, school clerk, with $20 for their cap and gown. Cash or check made out to RAUC STUDENT AGENCY. If scholarship funds are needed, please also reach out to Ms. Boadu, Ms. Teresa Sanchez, or Ms. Linette Maloney. Contributions to the cap and gown scholarships are welcomed and can be made at the same time as payment.
Math MCAS Schedule
–7th Gr Math: Tues., May 15 and Thurs., May 17
–8th Gr Science, Technology and Engineering: Mon., May 21 and Tues., May 22
Middle School Soccer Tournament
On Thursday, May 31st, the middle school Soccer Tournament will be hosted at Danehy Park. Start time is 3:00. RAUC students will be released from school at 2:30 and will to walk to Danehy with Mr. Pendergast, the Soccer coach/Peabody PE teacher. Please sign and return the attached permission slip so your child can participate.
Wednesday is Teacher Appreciation Luncheon
Families are providing a luncheon on Wednesday, May 16th at 12:30 in the RAUC Library. You can bring your food or beverages to the RAUC Office in the morning or to the library from noon on.
Turn in 6th Grade Permission Slips!
The slip covers two trips:
–May 22, scavenger hunt in Davis Square, lunch and recess in the park, and finish up by watching The Sandlot at the Somerville Theater. We will travel on foot.
–June 14 trip to Kimball Farm in Westford. Admission covers lunch, and access to a range of games/activities.
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!
MIT Lookit! (see flyers)
Participate from Home Online Studies About Child Development
Contact: https://lookit.mit.edu
Girls Only Leadership Development (see flyer)
When: Wednesday, May 16
Where: Cambridge Senior Center, 806 Mass Ave, Cambridge
Time: 5-7PM
Ages: Incoming 8th Grade Girls
Contact: [email protected]
Let's Connect!
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RAUC EVENTS
Teacher/Staff Appreciation Luncheon
May 16
Summer Reading
Book Fair
May 16-18
Celebration of Learning
May 17 | 5:30PM
HEALTH & WELLNESS TIP
Did you know? Helping out at home teaches children the importance of contributing to a team. It also allows them to feel valued and competent, both of which enhance self-esteem. Household chores such as doing laundry, washing and putting away dishes, vacuuming, and cleaning the bathroom, are all appropriate chores for adolescents. 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.
CELEBRATION OF LEARNING:
THURSDAY, MAY 17
We hope to see you at this culminating end of year event!
–Community Dinner 5:30PM in the cafeteria (pasta & salad)
–Classroom visits to see student work and reflections: 6-7PM
MATH/ELA SUMMER PROGRAMS
Looking for summer academics?
CPS offers FREE summer math & writing programs for students entering grades
6-8!
Details: http://bit.ly/2KtdcJd
Questions: 617.349.7762
BOYS TO MEN LEADERSHIP BRUNCH
Saturday, June 2 | 12-3PM
Putnam Ave. Upper School
100 Putnam Ave. (enter on Kinnaird St.)
All Cambridge men and boys are invited to come learn about leadership, the health of boys and men of color, community building, and more.
Register: http://bit.ly/2rGZLyA
More info: 617.665.3830, [email protected]
This event is a collaboration of the Men's Health League (Cambridge Public Health Department), the Men of Color Task Force, and the Putnam Avenue Upper School.
2018 SUMMER PROGRAM GUIDE
Get started on planning a summer of fun!
Learn more >>
MINDFUL PARENTING / TALLER RESPIRA
May 21; June 4
7-8:30PM
Amigos School
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:
nectarines and yogurt.
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FIND IT
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www.finditcambridge.org
IN OUR COMMUNITY
See a list of programs and events in our community.
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR
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RINDGE AVENUE
UPPER SCHOOL
70 Rindge Ave.
Cambridge, MA 02140
617.349.4060
School's Website
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