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Greetings from Julie Craven
Dear RAUC Families,
There have been a lot of wonderful things happening in our community--an amazing Unity Concert last Thursday that helped us launch into Black History Month uplifted, RAUC students shining at a Science Olympiad this Saturday, and the start of Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action in advisories. I am so grateful for all the ways that our community--students, teachers, families, and outside partners, come together to help us provide rich opportunities for students in an inclusive environment. Please make sure to check out the newsletter for more details on all of these events. There is also information on more ways for your and your student to continue to be part of conversations that help us keep growing as an inclusive, compassionate learning institution where all students thrive.
In gratitude for your partnership,
Julie Craven, Head of School
Core Values Shone at Friday's Unity Concert!
What a night. The commUnity dinner was buzzingly cheerful--folks brought in food that represented their culture or family and that added a wonderful element of curiosity, sharing and pride. And the performance in the gym was out of this world. Our students took it to the next level in front of a packed house. They were poised, showcased their amazing talents, and were wonderfully supportive of each other. The final combined performance of all ensembles (band, chorus, orchestra, ukulele) led to a rousing standing ovation. Talk about Unity and Aiming High! So grateful to our amazing teachers--Brittany Phillips, Jamal Fairbanks, Josh DeWitte, and Patrick Wroge. They had a vision and supported our students in realizing it. We also appreciate you families who support student performers at home and then showed up with your enthusiasm and warmth. RAUC stars all around!
RAUC Welcomes CRLS Intern in Educator of Color Pathway Program
One barrier to equity that came out of the district’s Building Equity Bridges project is that there are not enough teachers who look like the students they teach. Only 2% of educators in Massachusetts are African-American, 2% are Latinx and less than 2% are Asian and Native American combined. One of the ways to rectify and change this reality is to recruit young people of color and other underrepresented groups in education who are interested in careers in schools that serve their own communities. This is the inspiration behind the creation this year of an Educator of Color Pathway program at CRLS. Students in the pathway program first study the history of public education in America. Then, under the supervision of a CRLS teacher, the intern observes and then leads some individual lessons in a mentor classroom. RAUC is excited to partner with CRLS educators in this concrete action step. This year, Gisel Saillant will be hosting an intern in her 6th grade social studies classroom. We look forward to building this pathway.
Social-Emotional Tip of the Week
Don’t forget to encourage your student to speak with Ms. Boadu, the school guidance counselor if they are feeling stressed, worried, or feel like they could use some additional support during the school day. Ms. Boadu can also be a great support to you in understanding and reaching out to your adolescent.
If you have any stories of how you have used one of our SEL tips with your own child, please share them with Maggie MacLennan, Ms. Boadu’s intern, at [email protected]!
Black Lives Matter at School -
Week of Action
 This week, RAUC is proud to join schools across the country in Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action, a week that kicks off Black History Month. We believe that our school is a place for building equity, understanding, and for the active engagement in creating pathways to freedom and justice for all people. Participating in this week of action is a way to move us towards these goals. We are grateful for teaching interns Ryann Dear and Bobbye Hampton who helped develop the advisory lessons that students at all grades will engage in this week.
Please see the attached letter for more details, including the goals of the week and some more explanations and resources.
RAUC Scientists Shone this Weekend
Congratulations to the first ever RAUC Science Olympiad team who competed February 2nd at the prestigious Harvard University Science Olympics. The team of ten students represented RAUC proudly in many events such as Mousetrap Cars, Ping Pong Parachute, Experimental Design and many others. Two of our students cracked the top ten in their design and successful launch of a Ping Pong Parachute, congrats to Jenny Chen and Fatima Mirghani who received much praise for their effort at the event. A day of science fun was had by all team members who expressed their happiness about representing our school in the area of SCIENCE! at Harvard. Great job scholars. And huge shout out to 7th grade science teacher Jay Mahoney for bringing this opportunity to our students.
Courageous Conversations Continue – Mark Your Calendars!
We welcome all community members in joining these ongoing conversations to help our schools be more equitable and welcoming for all students and families. Please mark your calendars for the following dates and times of the next Courageous Conversations sessions:
March 3, 5:30-8PM at Peabody/RAUC
April 7, 5:30-8PM at Baldwin School
May 12, 5:30-8PM at Peabody/RAUC
More information to follow. Please RSVP for food and childcare (for pre-school to 5th grade) by emailing [email protected] with the number of adults and children.
6th Grade Learning Previews
See what's happening in our 6th grade classrooms!
Learn more >>
2020 Family Survey Available Online
Many of you filled out the Cambridge Public School Family Survey last year to help us learn more about your experiences with the Cambridge Public Schools. Thank you! The Family Survey for 2020 is now available in over 10 languages. We invite you to please fill it out at your earliest convenience. Your feedback will contribute to our ongoing efforts to learn, improve, and support better outcomes for all students.
Fill out the survey online and find more information >>
Out of School Opportunities
All flyers and registration forms are available at the RAUC Out of School Time (OST) Board or by contacting Mr. McNulty @ [email protected].
See flyers for programs below >>
MIT CodeIt (see flyer)
When: Saturdays, Feb. 29 - Apr. 25
Where: MIT Campus, Cambridge
Time: 11am-3pm
Grades: 6-8, Girls Only
Cost: Free
Contact:http://codeit.mit.edu/#program
Register: By February 7th, http://codeit.mit.edu/subscribe/
Laser Quest: Middle School Activities Club (see application)
When: Friday, February 7, 2020
Where: Danvers, MA
Time: 6:15pm - 11:00pm
Grades: 6-8
Cost: $18
Contact: Patricia Bradshaw, 617-498-1289, [email protected]
February Break Galentine's Day (see flyer)
When: 2/22/20
Where: Google Headquarters
Time: 10am-5pm
Grades: 6-8, Girls
Cost: Free
Contact: Medjine or Dami at [email protected], [email protected]
CYP Challenge Week (see application)
When: Tuesday, February 18th - Friday, February 21st
Where: Frisoli Youth Center or Gately Youth Center
Time: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Grades: 6-8
Cost: $50
Contact: Frisoli Youth Center (617)349-6316, Gately Youth Center (617)349-6277
Maud Morgan: AmaZINE Prints!
When: T – F, February 18 – 21, 202
Where: Agassiz Baldwin Community
20A Sacramento Street
Time: 1:30 – 5:30 pm
Grades: 5 – 8
Cost: $325
Contact: www.maudmorganarts.org/classes-workshops/school-vacation-programs/school-vacation-program-descriptions/#amazine-prints
Improv Boston Comedy Vacation Program
When: February 17-21
Where: 40 Prospect Street
Time: 10am-3pm (extended day available)
Ages: 11-14
Cost: $375
Contact: https://improvboston.com/youth-teens/
Parkour Clinic at Brooklyn Boulders
When: February 17- 21
Where: Somerville 12A Tyler Street, Somerville, MA 02143
Time: 9am - 3:30pm
Ages: 6-13
Contact: https://pkgenboston.com/clinics-camps
February Vacation Upper School Math Camp (see flyer)
When: Tuesday-Thursday, February 18-20
Where: Cambridge Rindge & Latin School
Time: 11am-2:30pm
Grades: 6-8
Cost: Free
Contact: 617.349.6683, [email protected]
Register: http://bit.ly/cps_math
CPS Announces Halal Options for Student Meals
 In keeping with our commitment to equity, access and inclusion, Cambridge Public Schools (CPS) seeks to provide access to a variety of healthy food options that equitably address the needs of all students. We are excited to announce that beginning in February 2020, CPS will offer menu items that include Halal-certified chicken to our students. Read more >>
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