From the Amigos Principal | May 17, 2019
Published on May 17, 2019 15:11

Amigos
  17 de mayo de 2019 / May 17, 2019
Ragner Race

Estimadas familias,

¡Estamos en una etapa del año muy ocupada y emocionante! Por fin hemos terminado con MCAS y hay variedad de paseos y celebraciones por todo el edificio.

El miércoles empieza nuestro intercambio de libros auspiciado por Friends of Amigos (FOA). Este se llevará a cabo de miércoles a jueves en la tarima del gymnatorium de la escuela. Favor de dejarnos saber si usted puede ser un voluntario para el intercambio.

También, el próximo jueves celebraremos la Casa Abierta del Jardín de Infancia para la clase del 2019. Es un momento muy emocionante cuando las nuevas familias visitan nuestro edificio, conocen la facultad y administración y comienzan a formar parte de nuestra comunidad de Amigos.

Además, el próximo viernes, l@s estudiantes del octavo grado presentarán sus proyectos de la clase de Ciencias en Harvard. Nuestros estudiantes le expondrán su trabajo a diferentes miembros de la comunidad.

Por último, quiero tomar un momento hoy para agradecer a todos los que participaron en la carrera Ragnar. Al final recaudaron $25,000 dólares para FOA. Su esfuerzo nos ayudará a financiar visitas de autores, paseos, útiles escolares y mucho, mucho más. La facultad y yo les agradecemos mucho.

¡Espero que tengan un excelente fin de semana!

Atentamente,

Sarah Bartels-Marrero
Directora
 

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Dear Families,

It is a very busy and exciting time of year! We have finally finished with MCAS and there are lots of field trips and celebrations throughout the building.

On Wednesday our Book Swap sponsored by Friends of Amigos (FOA) begins. This will be held Wednesday through Thursday on the school's gymnatorium stage. Please let us know if you are able to help volunteer!

Also, next Thursday we will hold the Kindergarten Open House for the 2019 class. It's an exciting time as new families visit our building, get to know the faculty and administration, and become part of our Amigos community.

In addition, next Friday, 8th grade students will present their science projects at Harvard. Our students will share their work to different members of the community.

Finally, I want to take a moment today to thank everyone who participated in the Ragnar race. In the end they raised $25,000 for FOA! Their effort will help us fund author visits, field trips, school supplies and much, much more. The staff and I really can’t thank you enough.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Sincerely,

Sarah Bartels-Marrero
Principal

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Resultados del equipo de debate / Debate Team Results Individual Speaker Awards
Virginia Wintner, 7th Grade, First Place
Olivia Bohart, 8th Grade, Second Place
Sebastian Prasanna, 7th Grade, Third Place
Emma Keating, 8th Grade, Fifth Place

Partner Awards
Virginia Wintner, 7th Grade, and Lila Rosenberg, 7th Grade, Third Place

Sara Lumbreras- Emma Keating (2-1), Honorable Mention (Winning Record)

Esmee Decola - Grace Clemente (2-1), Honorable Mention (Winning Record)

Tomás Alvarez Saavedra - Sebastian Prasanna (1-0), Honorable Mention (Winning Record)

Reminders

Please remember that the front doors are locked at 3:15PM. Families picking up their children from the after school program can use the buzzer at the side door.

Data Report on Youth and Social Media

Wait Until 8th
There are several Amigos families interested in the Wait Until 8th movement. Please visit their page to learn more.

Check out our School Report Card

Parking
Please remember that there is no parking in the bus lane in front of the school during arrival and dismissal times.

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

School Schedules
READ HERE: Questions and Answers About School Schedules

Volunteer
Sign up to help in the cafeteria! Helping Hands.

New Playground

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
Reporte sobre los jóvenes y los medios de comunicación

Esperar hasta el 8º
Hay varias familias de Amigos interesadas en el movimiento Esperar hasta el 8º. Por favor, visite su página para obtener más información.

Vea nuestra boleta de calificaciones.


Por favor recuerden que no hay estacionamiento en el carril de autobuses frente a la escuela durante las horas de llegada y salida.

¡FOA está buscando un/a nuev@ tesorer@! Favor de dejarnos saber si le interesa.

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

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.

Tod@s 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.

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

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2nd Annual Cambridge Community Iftar
May 22 | 7PM
Cambridge City Hall, 795 Mass Ave.
Councillor Sumbul Siddiqui, Mayor Marc McGovern, and the Cambridge Employee Diversity Committee invite you to the 2nd Annual Cambridge Community Iftar in celebration of the month of Ramadan. The Iftar is the daily sunset meal to break the day’s fasting during Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, and one observed as holy by those of Muslim faith worldwide. Ramadan began this year on May 5th and will end on the evening of June 4th, 2019.
Flyer >>
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Annual Media Fair
After School Student Produced Media
May 22 | 5PM
Media Arts Studio, 454 Broadway
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2nd Annual Reader Prom
June 15 | 7:30PM | Dilboy VFW, Davis Square
The Porter Square Books Foundation, who brought George O’Connor and Jerry Craft to speak to the students of the Cambridge Schools this year, is hosting their 2nd Annual Reader Prom. All the proceeds will go to the Foundation and will help us bring more events and books to the students of Cambridge. Dress up in your finest prom fashion and bring a copy of your favorite book as your date to donate to a local nonprofit. (It’s the only prom where you’re supposed to dump your date right away!) There will be free snacks and soft drinks, a cash bar, music, dancing, “after-prom” style games and activities, and, of course, “chaperones.” You’ll also be able to get a formal prom picture with your “date” from and a bookish corsage. 
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Recycling & Composting
Here are some handy reminders!
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Pinkalicious and Peterrific!
WGBH is looking for kids for short video segments for the PBS television series Pinkalicious and Peterrific, an animated show about creativity. WGBH needs kids aged 7 to 9 who are interested in participating in activities relating to music, theater, dance, and the visual arts. 
A try-out is being held at WGBH on Saturday June 1, 2019. More information about the try-out >>

CPS Summer Math & ELA Programs
Hear all about our summer programs for students entering grades 6-8!
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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.
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MSN Summer Resource Guide
Get a jump start on your summer plans. Check it out! 
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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.

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] 



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EVENTOS IMPORTANTES / IMPORTANT EVENTS

Juego de Volleyball Estudiantes Amigos vs. Facultad
el miércoles, 22 de mayo de 3:15-4:15PM en el gimnasio

Obras de teatro del 8o
Será determinado

Intercambio de Libros en Amigos
El 22 y 23 de mayo en la tarima del gimnasio
Trae un libro que te ha gustado leer para intercambiarlo por uno que te gustaría leer

Amigos JrK-Kindergarten Casa Abierta y desayuno liviano
el jueves, 23 de mayo de 9:15-10:15AM

Concierto Grados JK-4o
el viernes, 24 de mayo a la 1:15PM

Harvard’s Science Showcase 8o grado
el viernes, 24 de mayo

Día Feriado, Memorial Day. No hay escuela.
La escuela Amigos marchará en la parada de Memorial Day, 8:45AM en Cambridge Common. Comuníquense con Lilian Rater / 617.349.6315 si desea participar. Favor de utilizar la camiseta de Amigos y zapatos cómodos.

Viaje 8o a NYC.
el miércoles, 29 de mayo al viernes 31 de mayo

Presentación Poemas 4o grado
el jueves, 30 de mayo a la 1:45PM
Salón: 302 & 304

Presentaciones Amigos Community School
El jueves, 30 de mayo de 5-8PM

Paseo JK-Kindergarten a Fells Reservation.
El viernes, 31 de mayo

Heather’s the Musical
el viernes, 31 de mayo
7pm en Graham & Parks School.
También: sábado, 1 de junio 1PM, domingo, 2 de junio, 2PM. adultos, $20, estudiantes $5.

Graduación 8o
El miércoles, 12 de junio a las 3PM

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Amigos Student vs Staff Volleyball game,
Wednesday, May 22 from 3:15-4:15PM in the gym.

Amigos School Book Swap.
May 22-23 | Gymnatorium stage at school
Bring a book you have read and trade it for a book you would like to read.

8th Grade Plays. Time to be announced (TBA)

Amigos JrK-Kindergarten Open House for families and students entering Amigos in September 2019,
Thursday, May 23 de
9:15-10:15AM 

JK-4th grade Concert,
Friday, May 24 from 1:15-2:30PM in the gym

Amigos 8th Grade will participate in Harvard’s Science Showcase
Friday, May 24

Holiday, Memorial Day. No School. Amigos School will march in the Memorial Day Parade,
Monday, May 27 at 8:45AM at Cambridge Common. Please contact: Lillian Rater / 617.349.6315 if you wish to participate. Please wear your Amigos t-shirt and comfortable shoes.

8th grade trip to NYC
Wednesday - Friday,
May 29-31

4th Grade Poetry Presentation,
Thursday, May 30 from 1:45PM Room: 302 & 304.

Amigos Community School Showcase
Friday, May 31 | 5-8PM

All JK-Kindergarten trip to Fells Reservation
Friday, May 31

Heather’s the Musical,
Friday, May 31 at 7PM at Graham & Parks School
Also: Saturday, June 1 1PM, Sunday, June 2, 2PM. Adults, $20, Students $5

8th Grade Graduation
Wednesday, June 12 at 3PM

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