Greetings from Julie Craven
I hope you each had a wonderful vacation week. Happy holidays to those who celebrate Passover or Easter. For me it was nice to get away and it was also nice to come back Monday and see the smiles on student faces as they reconnected to their school community.
We are starting our final quarter and the calendar can get busy! Please make sure your calendars are marked for end of the year events. Read more >>
MCAS Continues this Week with 8th Grade ELA Testing
A good night’s sleep, a good breakfast, and getting to school on time are excellent ways to help your student be relaxed and ready to do their best. Please see the schedule below for all RAUC MCAS testing days.
Mandatory 8th Grade DC Trip Parent/Guardian Meetings This Week
You should have received a message from Mr. Oliveira (and your student!) reminding you that for a student to attend the DC trip, a parent or guardian MUST attend an information meeting. The first meeting happened this morning; the second will be Wednesday at 6PM in the auditorium. In addition to essential information, you will get forms that must be filled out for your student to attend.
Courageous Conversations
Session #4 Today
Join us again on Tuesday 4/23 at the RAUC/Peabody Library at 5:30PM for dinner and 6-8PM for discussion & childcare (RSVP for childcare). This conversation will use the Socratic method to promote understanding through clarification, in group discussions where no one is the expert, and questions are used to reflect on others’ perspectives. In small groups, we will brainstorm questions around themes such as “equitable community,” and then use questioning as a means of delving deeper into each of our thinking around the question. We encourage all school community members to come whether this is your first or fourth time!
Third Quarter Progress Reports
A reminder that progress reports went live on the Friday before break and reports were mailed to families without internet access. If you have had trouble accessing your student’s reports please reach out to Taraneh Ahmadi (617.349.4060 x2041; [email protected])
6th Grade Families: Dental Screening
Healthy Smiles Screening will happen on Tuesday, April 30th. Opt out letters will be sent home to families this week.
School Breakfast:
Fantastic Friday Series
Cambridge Food and Nutrition Services will be making Friday breakfasts in May very exciting!
Join your children and school staff every Friday in May for fabulous giveaways, a special menu, and taste parties. Parents and staff are welcome to enjoy a healthy and nutritious breakfast for only $1 on Fridays!
View the flyer and Friday menus >>
Peabody/RAUC Community Market this Thursday 4/25
Come and join us this Thursday, April 25 in the Peabody/RAUC cafeteria starting at 3:10PM and shop (free!) for some healthy and delicious groceries.
This week you can ‘buy’ tomatoes, sweet potatoes, strawberries, scallions, salad mix, green peppers, oranges, onions, mangoes, eggplant, cucumbers, corn, cauliflower, bananas, asparagus, apples, eggs, whole chicken, cheese, yogurt, rice, pasta, Mac n’ cheese, applesauce, cereal, peanut butter and cooking oil.
Don’t forget to bring your own bags. The market runs from 3:10 until 4PM.
6th Grade Learning Previews
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Resources: Young People & Substance Abuse
The CPS Health & Physical Education Department develops curricula and supports programs aimed at teaching students to make healthy decisions and understand themselves physically, socially and emotionally. The health education curriculum is continually reviewed and updated to include the latest issues in areas such as substance use among young people. Here are some new resources and guidance from the U.S. Department of Education >>
In Our Community and District
Step Up and Take Your
CHANCE TO DANCE!
Cambridge 7th & 8th Graders
Thursday, May 2 | 3:30-4:30PM
CRLS Dance Studio (room 0621)
Space is limited, so RSVP by April 26 >>
Deconstructing Stigma
A Parent Workshop on Teens and Mental Health
May 2 | 6 - 7:30PM
One in five young adults aged 13-18 experience mental illness. Told through the eyes of its participants, Deconstructing Stigma boldly tears down the misconceptions of what those with mental illness look like. From this positive and interactive presentation, participants will learn firsthand some of the common signs and symptoms, including depression and anxiety, and how to talk to your child.
Info on Deconstructing Stigma >>
View flyer >>
CRLS Spring A Cappella Jam
April 26 | 7PM
Fitzgerald Theatre, CRLS
Flyer >>
CRLS Jazz Night
April 30 | 7PM
La Fábrica Central
450 Mass Ave., Cambridge
Flyer >>
Scratch Night @ CPS!
May 16 | 5:30-7:30PM
CRLS, 459 Broadway
All CPS students and families are invited!
Details >>
Family Biking Kick-Start
May 5 | 11AM - 4PM
Safety checks, skills & drills in the Corporal Burns Park courts with 2 MassBikes certified trainers.
View details >>
Family Bike Night at the Collins Branch
Thursday, May 16 | 4 - 7PM
Collins Branch Library, 64 Aberdeen Ave
Join us to learn the basics of riding with families and fixing your bike at this drop in session! Need something quick fixed on your bike, or maybe just a safety tune-up to getting you riding comfortably this season? We'll have 15 minute safety tune-ups, too! Register for bike workshops by emailing us.
Visit us online >>
CPS Summer Math & ELA Programs
Hear all about our summer programs for students entering grades 6-8!
Details >>
Community Discussion Series: How to Talk with Young
People About Substance Abuse
Various Dates & Locations | 6:15 - 7:30PM
Be a prepared caregiver and mentor: Learn about the strength of our teens! Join Cambridge Youth Programs and the Cambridge Public Health Department for a night of learning and discussion. Open to all Cambridge caregivers, role models, and families with young people, especially teens.
View the flyer >>
Young Artists:
Artwork by Cambridge Public School Students
Show runs: April 8-26
Multicultural Arts Center, 41 Second St., Cambridge
Join us for a showcase of artwork by talented young Cambridge artists in grades K-12 featuring a wide range of artwork - from painting, drawing, photography, digital work, collage, and more!
Book Talk: Cuz & Everything Here is Beautiful
April 30 | 6 - 7:30PM | Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. School
102 Putnam Ave | Cambridge
RSVP >>
View the flyer >>
MSN Summer Resource Guide
Get a jump start on your summer plans. Check it out!
Visit the website >>
CitySprouts Summer Youth Internship at the Cambridge Upper Schools
July 2 - August 9
Monday through Friday | 9AM - 1PM
All 11 - 14 year olds are eligible. There is no cost for the internship program. Have fun gardening, cooking, science activities and learning about the environment. Students who complete the program will receive a $150 stipend (must be available for the entire 6 weeks). Applications have been sent home with students. They are due on May 3. If you have any questions, please call 617.876-2436 or email us.
Free Markets
Check out any one of these FREE Markets that are held throughout the City of Cambridge. All you need is a grocery bag! View the flyer >>
Cambridge Affordable Housing Information Sessions
Learn about the eligibility requirements and application process for the following programs Cambridge Rental and Homeownership Programs: Inclusionary Housing Rental Program for studios, 1BR, 2BR, & 3BR units throughout Cambridge, Homeowner Resale Pool, First-Time Homebuyer Workshop, Downpayment Assistance, and HomeBridge. Open to all. No RSVP Necessary. Learn more >>
Immigration Legal Screening Clinics
3rd Wednesday each month, 5:15-7:15PM
Free consultations with an immigration attorney for Massachusetts immigrants and their families
Community Legal Services & Counseling Center (CLSACC)
90 Third St., Cambridge
617.349.4396; [email protected]
Let's Connect!
Stay in the loop by joining our social media communities.
RAUC Facebook >>
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