Estimadas familias,

¡Feliz año nuevo! Espero hayan tenido unas vacaciones de invierno maravillosas y que estén anticipando el 2019.

Una cosa que me gustaría destacar en el boletín de esta semana es nuestra próxima reunión del Consejo Escolar de Amigos, ASC (por sus siglas en inglés). El 9 de enero de 6-7 PM nuestra reunión regular del consejo escolar se llevará a cabo. Sin embargo, de 7-8PM estaremos aprendiendo más sobre el borrador de la propuesta del distrito para mejorar los horarios de las escuelas elementarias e intermedias. Un borrador de la propuesta, que se publicará el lunes 7 de enero por correo electrónico y en www.cpsd.us, incluirá una propuesta para alargar la jornada escolar.

Espero que puedan unirse a nosotros para escuchar una presentación de la Superintendente Adjunto Turk sobre el borrador de la propuesta y entablar una conversación para recabar sus comentarios. Les invito a que me envíen preguntas específicas por adelantado o a que envíen sus preguntas a través del formulario que estará disponible en el sitio web de CPSD con la propuesta.

Teniendo en mente la seguridad de tod@s l@s miembr@s de nuestra comunidad, les recordamos que existen baños para estudiantes y para adultos. Hay tres baños para adult@s, uno en la oficina de la enfermera, uno en el segundo piso y otro en el sótano a lado del salón de conferencias. Ningún/a adult@ debe usar el baño estudiantil. También les pedimos, por favor, que todo visitante se registre y obtenga un pase de visitante en la oficina.

Atentamente,

Sarah Bartels-Marrero
Directora
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Dear Families,

Happy New Year! I hope you had a wonderful winter break and that you are looking forward to 2019.

One thing I would like to highlight in this week’s newsletter is our upcoming ASC meeting. On January 9 from 6-7PM our regular school council meeting will be held. However, from 7-8 PM we will be learning more about the district’s draft proposal to improve elementary and upper school school schedules. A draft proposal, which will be released on Monday, January 7 via email and on www.cpsd.us, will include a proposed lengthening of the school day.

I hope you can join us to hear a presentation by Deputy Superintendent Turk about the draft proposal and engage in a conversation to gather your feedback. I invite you to send specific questions to me in advance or to submit your questions via the form that will available on the website with the proposal.

With the safety of all members of our community in mind, I’d like to remind you that there are restrooms for students and adults. There are three adult restrooms; one in the nurse's office, one on the second floor and one in the basement next to the conference room. No adult should use the student restrooms. We also ask that all visitors please register and obtain a visitor's pass at the office.

Sincerely,

Sarah Bartels-Marrero
Principal



All About the Brain
Our Amigos 3rd graders (as well as some others) enjoyed learning about brains today! One student stated, "it was interesting to touch a brain. creepy, but interesting"! Thank you to Andrew Frishman and Leigh Needleman for helping make this happen.

Nuestros estudiantes de 3er grado (así como algunos otros) disfrutaron aprendiendo sobre los cerebros hoy! Un estudiante dijo, "era interesante tocar un cerebro. espeluznante, pero interesante"! Gracias a Andrew Frishman y Leigh Needleman por ayudar a que esto ocurra.

Reminders
READ HERE: Questions and Answers About School Schedules

After School Registration Starts! See schedule

Sign up to help in the cafeteria! Helping Hands.

Read our rules about the new playground!

Amigos Store
Our first Amigos Store is up and running! If you’ve had your eye on an Amigos sweatshirt, bag or sticker, please visit El mercado de Amigos to order yours now.

Chaperoning
All parents must fill out a CORI form at least 2 weeks in advance before chaperoning field trips or volunteering in the school.

Family Liaison
Lillian Rater, will be offering office hours. Her office hours will be by appointment on Tuesdays and Fridays 9 - 11AM. You can contact her by email or at 617.349.6315.

Recordatorios
LEAN AQUÍ: Preguntas y respuestas sobre los horarios escolares de las Escuelas Públicas de Cambridge

Registración para el programa después de escuela. Vea el horario aquí

Sign up to help in the cafeteria! Helping Hands.

Lean las reglas para el nuevo patio de recreo

¡Nuestra primera tienda Amigos ya está abierta!
Si usted ha tenido el ojo puesto en una sudadera, bolsa o pegatina de Amigos, por favor visite El mercado de Amigos para ordenar la suya ahora.

Formulario CORI
Todos l@s padres, madres o guardianes deben completar un formulario CORI con al menos 2 semanas de anticipación antes de acompañar las excursiones o trabajar de voluntari@s en la escuela.

Family Liaison
Lillian Rater, ofrecerá horas de oficina. Éstas serán por cita previa los martes y viernes de 9 a 11AM. Pueden contactarla en [email protected] o al 617.349.6315.

CRLS Information Night for Rising 9th
Grade Families
Thursday, January 24, 2019
RSTA Tech Expo Drop-In | 5–6PM | CRLS Main Cafeteria
CRLS Information Night | 6–7:30PM | CRLS Arts Building
Come learn about the exciting & engaging opportunities in academics, arts, athletics, and extra curricula offered at Cambridge Rindge & Latin School.

The evening will start with the RSTA (Rindge School of Technical Arts) walk-through in the Main Cafeteria, followed by a presentation from Principal Smith in the Arts Building Auditorium. Families will also breakout into smaller group sessions with guidance counselors, deans, parents, and current CRLS students. Students can stay with parents or join current CRLS STARS students and mentors for a student-only presentation.

A mailing with CRLS Learning Community & Guidance Counselor assignments will be sent out a week before the event.

For more information, please contact Greta Hardina, CRLS Family Liaison, at 617.349.6660 or Email Greta.



Rindge Avenue Upper Campus Presents
Speaker Series for Parents
Friday, January 25, 2019 | 6 - 8PM
Nearly half of students in grades 7-12 reported experiencing sexual harassment in the previous year and 87% describe negative effects such as absenteeism and poor sleep. And more than ever before, socializing, exploring identity, and dating often occur between texts and social media, raising new challenges and positive opportunities. How can we as parents mentor our children to engage in healthy behaviors? How can we foster their confidence and capacity to solve problems and build their independence, while at the same time providing appropriate support and supervision as adults? If you have a child currently in grade 6-9 AND/OR this information would be beneficial for you, we invite you to join us. Participate in this interactive workshop and come away with new resources, skills and perspectives for you and your family. View the Flyer >>


Learning & Professional Time
Like any other resource, schools must use their time wisely if we hope to realize the promise of educational equity through rigorous, joyful, and culturally responsive experiences for all learners. 

In 2017-18, a joint group of educators and administrators, co-chaired by leaders from the Cambridge Education Association (CEA) and CPS Office of Curriculum and Instruction recommended that CPS “lengthen the standard day for students and staff at all levels.” After an extensive collaborative process, the Superintendent of Schools has decided to propose a moderate increase to the 6 hour elementary and upper school day, along with guidelines for effectively meeting the educational, developmental, and social-emotional needs of students.

A new FAQ has been posted in response to questions we have received during the community feedback process. More details from surveys, working groups, and feedback sessions are posted. Learn more >>

Connect With Us / Conéctense
Facebook | Twitter | District Social Media

Outside Opportunities
Cambridge SEPAC Meeting
January 17 | 6-7:30PM | CRLS
Topic: Potential Changes to School Schedules in CPS

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] 
See 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 >>