Mark Your Calendar
- Tuesday, June 17 | School Committee Meeting (Beginning at 6PM)
- Thursday, June 19 | Juneteenth (No School & CPS Offices Closed)
- Tuesday, June 24 | Last Day of School for All Grades (4-Hour School Day)
Good evening CPS Community,
First and foremost, we extend our sincerest congratulations to the Class of 2025, and to all of the CPS educators, staff, and caregivers who supported our amazing students in their educational journey. We are so proud of you! If you did not have the opportunity to attend or to watch either the High School Extension Program or the Cambridge Rindge and Latin School graduation ceremonies, we invite you to view each of them at the links included below.
Also included in this issue of the CPS Connect is a reminder of upcoming community engagement opportunities for the Superintendent Search process. Please review the upcoming schedule of community forums, and a link to the community survey.
Finally, a reminder that there will be
no school, next Thursday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth.
Have a wonderful week.
Sincerely,
The CPS Team
In this Issue
-
Upcoming Superintendent Search Forums and Survey
- Congratulations Class of 2025
- June 3rd School Committee Recap
- Summer 2025 Contact List
- Summer Resource Guide
- Library Book Returns
- Upcoming Events
- District & Community Resources
- The Bright Spot
Need to Know News
Upcoming Superintendent Search Forums and Survey
The Cambridge School Committee invites the CPS and the greater Cambridge community to a series of community forums to share their hopes, priorities, and perspectives about the future of our schools and the qualities we should seek in our next leader.
- Wednesday, June 11
- Wednesday, June 11 | 5:30 - 7:30PM
- Vassal Lane Upper School, Cafeteria (temporary location: 158 Spring Street)
- Food and child care provided.
- Thursday, June 12 | 6:30 - 8:30PM
- Virtual forum for CPS staff (see email for details)
- Monday, June 16 | 5:30 - 7:30PM
Register for the Superintendent Search Forums here (registration is recommended but not required).
Superintendent Search Survey
To ensure that this process reflects the voices of the Cambridge community, the School Committee invites all community members to take a brief online survey to inform leadership qualities and priorities for our next Superintendent.
Congratulations Class of 2025
Last week we celebrated our graduating class during our annual commencement ceremonies.
This group of scholars has worked hard to grow academically and personally, and has done so within our community, classrooms, and with one another. As they transition from students to CRLS Alumni, we know they will continue to achieve. Congratulations to the Class of 2025!
Missed our commencement ceremony? Watch the Cambridge Rindge and Latin High School’s ceremony here or view the High School Extension Program ceremony here.
June 3rd School Committee Recap
The School Committee held a regular meeting last Tuesday. Access the most recent School Committee Summary here. Highlights include:
Interested in receiving email notifications about meetings? Join the School Committee listserv.
Summer 2025 Contact List
Please note that our school buildings are closed through Monday, September 1. If you have a question over the summer, please see our list of summer contacts (translations coming soon). Staff at your child’s school will be available to answer any questions you may have beginning Monday, August 18.
Free Meals For Youth - Summer Food Program
The Summer Food Program provides free meals to Cambridge residents 18 and under every weekday at parks across the city. The program is available Monday, June 30 – Friday, August 29. Recreational activities including games, sports, and free books from Cambridge Book Bike will be available to young people in addition to their meal.
Get started early at the Summer Food Program Kickoff Event and enjoy free food, face painting, activities, and more!
- Friday, June 27 | 11AM - 2PM
Summer Resource Guide
The Cambridge Agenda for Children has assembled a complete guide to summer programming in and around the city. Check out our summer programming below!
Explore more in our Cambridge 2025 Summer Resource Guide (Kindergarten - 8)!
Library Book Returns
Cambridge Public School librarians are asking for your help: please return all school library books. While we don't charge overdue fines, your timely returns ensure all readers have access to our collection.
Your school librarian will remind students and staff through ParentSquare and other school communications.
Thank you for your cooperation! You can also return books to any Cambridge Public Library.
In the District
Year-End College Planning Workshop For Caregivers
Tuesday, June 10 | 6 - 7:30PM
Cambridge Rindge and Latin School, Library (459 Broadway)
Join the last college preparedness session and review key next steps, expert tips, and resources to help you guide your student towards college success.
Register for the College Preparedness Workshop here.
Superintendent Search Forum
Wednesday, June 11 | 5:30 - 7:30PM
Vassal Lane Upper School (158 Spring Street)
Monday, June 16 | 5:30 - 7:30PM
Virtual via Zoom:
Meeting ID: 988 1649 7858
Passcode: 778250
Registration for a Superintendent Search Forum is recommended but not required.
Principals Chat with Ethiopian Families of Incoming 9 Graders
Wednesday, June 11 | 5:30PM
Cambridge Rindge and Latin School, Media Cafe (459 Broadway Ct.)
Ethiopian families with parents of incoming grade 9 students are invited to meet with Interim Principal at Cambridge Rindge and Latin School to learn more about the high school. Refreshments, childcare, and translation are provided.
Mural Unveiling at Fletcher Maynard Academy
Friday, June 13 | 3 - 3:45PM
Fletcher Maynard Academy Gymnasium (225 Windsor Street)
View the large collaborative mutual designed and painted by FMA grade 5 students during the FMA mural unveiling!
District Calendar
Visit our digital calendar for upcoming events here.
In the Community
Nory Summer STEM Programs for Children ages 3 - 12
June 23 - August 14
Greater Cambridge Area (Multiple Locations)
Explore scholarship opportunities for
Nory summer programs focused on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Programs serve children ages 3 - 12. Half day and full day programs are available. Learn more and explore
Nory STEM summer programs here.
Cambridge Plays
Multiple Days | 5 - 7:30PM
Location Varies
Join
Navigation Games for a series of free orienteering in June. Complete challenges to unlock the next checkpoint while exploring local parks.
Learn more about Cambridge Plays and register here.
Summer Food Program Kickoff Event
Friday, June 27 | 11AM - 2PM
Donnelly Field (61 Willow Street)
Celebrate the start of the
Summer Food program with an inflatable obstacle course, games, free “latin soul food”, face painting, music, and more!
The Summer Food Program provides free meals to Cambridge residents 18 and under at select parks Monday - Friday during the summer.
Learn more about the Summer Food Program here.
Juneteenth Community Celebration
Saturday, June 21 | 2 - 5PM
Margaret Fuller House Parking Lot (71 Cherry Street)
Join a
celebratory block party honoring seniors and the history of Juneteenth with The Margaret Fuller House and The Foundry. There will be free lunch, music, and activities!
District & Community Resources
Early College Student Earns Full Scholarship Lesley University
Pictured: Luis Vasquez poses at Lesley University. Vasquez family celebrating Luis’s admission and scholarship.
Congratulations to Luis Vasquez, CRLS student-athlete, graduate, and proud participant in our Early College program through Lesley University. Luis has earned over 6 credits for free and has explored two courses through the program. Lesley University awarded Luis with a full scholarship to the Liberal Arts and Business program. Pictured is the Vasquez family celebrating his acceptance into the program!
Seal of Biliteracy
Congratulations to our Cambridge Rindge and Latin High School students who were awarded the State Seal of Biliteracy. The award recognizes high school graduates who demonstrate high functional and academic levels of proficiency in English and a world language in recognition of having studied and attained proficiency in two or more languages upon graduating.
95 students received a State Seal of Biliteracy, representing 19% of the Senior class, out of those students, 10 received multiple Seals of Biliteracy each for their proficiency in an additional language. 1 student, Rose Ferjuste, achieved full proficiency in French, Haitian Creole, Haitian Sign Language, and American Sign Language Another student, Neva Vuletic, achieved full proficiency in Spanish, Chinese, and Serbian.
CRLS Class of 2025 Seniors receiving multiple Seals of Biliteracy this year include (left to right): Maya Israelsson (Swedish & Spanish); Ada Kilian (French & German); Eric Su (Chinese & Latin); Rose Ferjuste (Haitian Creole, Haitian Sign Language, French, American Sign Language); Stefan Grubor (Serbian & French); Svetislav Vuletic (Spanish & Serbian); and Neva Vuletic (Spanish, Serbian & Chinese).