Dear Families,

We have once again started out the year on a high note with our Upper School Boys Volleyball Team winning the City-wide championship this past Wednesday! All of our volleyball players had a tremendous season and I thank Coaches Claros and Hucek for their work as well. We now have two consecutive championship wins in volleyball and one in soccer! I hope we can keep this momentum going!

On Wednesday evening, families and teachers heard from Deputy Superintendent Turk about the district’s draft proposal to improve elementary and upper school schedules. Overall, it was a very positive conversation. There are currently two draft options presented in detail on the CPSD web page. However, I am including a brief overview here of the two potential options. Both include extending the school day by 45 minutes. I encourage you to complete the Feedback Survey or to attend a Feedback Session. Have a wonderful weekend!

Sincerely,
Sarah Bartels-Marrero
Principal
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Estimadas familias,

Una vez más hemos comenzado el año con buen espíritu con nuestro equipo varonil de voleibol de la escuela intermedia ganando el campeonato de la ciudad el miércoles pasado. Todos nuestros jugadores de voleibol tuvieron una gran temporada y les agradezco a los entrenadores Sr. Claros y Srta. Hucek por su trabajo también. Ahora tenemos dos victorias consecutivas en el campeonato de voleibol y una en el de fútbol. ¡Espero que podamos mantener este impulso!

El miércoles pasado por la noche, las familias y l@s profesores escucharon Superintendente Adjunto Turk hablar sobre el borrador de la propuesta del distrito para mejorar los horarios de las escuelas elementarias e intermedias. En la página web de la CPSD se presentan en detalle dos borradores de opciones. Sin embargo, estoy incluyendo un breve resumen de las dos opciones potenciales aquí. Ambas incluyen extender el día escolar por 45 minutos. Les animo a que completen la Encuesta de Retroalimentación o a que asistan a una Sesión de Retroalimentación. ¡Que tengan un fin de semana maravilloso!

Sinceramente,
Sarah Bartels-Marrero

Reminders
Friends of Amigos
FOA is looking for a new treasurer. Please let us know if you are interested. 

READ HERE: Questions and Answers About School Schedules

After School Registration Starts! See schedule

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
FOA está buscando un nuevo tesorero! Favor de dejarnos saber si le interesa.

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

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 >>

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In Our Community
What are you doing after school this winter? 
The Winter/Spring Resource guide, compiled by the Middle School Network, gathers together the MANY options for outside of school opportunities for middle school students (grades 6-8). It includes many year long programs (that young people join at all different points of the year) and a lot of unique programming for just Winter and Spring: sports, media, academic help, leadership and even some early job opportunities for older kids! Click here to see who you can talk to at your Upper School about signing up and getting started in any of these opportunities. 

Intent vs. Impact: Exploring Microaggressions and Tools for Change
Saturday, January 26 | 12Noon - 2PM
CRLS Main Cafeteria
Join us for a city-wide community workshop on understanding implicit bias and macro/microaggressions. View the flyer >>

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 >>