CRLS DYK Newsletter: November 16, 2021
Published on Nov 16, 2021 16:47

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November 16, 2021

Open Now: Submit your student’s vaccination info!

CPS is requiring all students ages 12+ to be fully vaccinated in order to participate in CPS-sponsored before and afterschool activities, including athletics, clubs, visual and performing arts programs, and school-sponsored social events.

Families can submit information via the Family Portal. Students ages 18+ may submit their information through a special student link via the Family Portal.

Families may request exemptions for medical or religious reasons or for students with special needs. Please be patient as we work together to collect and review student vaccination information. Vaccination deadlines are different for different activities.

More details >>

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Message from Safety

Attention Bikers: Please do not lock or attach a bike to any stairwell, ramp or doorway. Bikes impeding wheelchair access or pedestrian traffic may be impounded.

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Do you need food for the holidays or a warm winter coat? Do you need food for the holidays or a warm winter coat?

I have food, winter clothing, hygiene products, school supplies and a laundromat!

Don't be shy, come on by! Go to room 1104 (just outside the main cafeteria).

You can email Greta Hardina or call at 617.349.6660 for more information.


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Order Flatbread to Support CSV

Order Flatbread to Support CSV!
November 16 | 4-10PM
Support CSV by ordering an American Flatbread pizza in Davis Sq. on November 16 from 4-10PM! More details >>

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Sign Up for CRLS Open Mic!

November 18 | 3:15-4:15PM
This is an ALL AGES open mic for the CRLS community! It starts this3rd Thursday, and will be ongoing every 3rd Thursday here after. Bring a song, a poem, an instrument to play, a comedy bit, an announcement, or just your ONE UNIQUE VOICE, and get LOUD on the stage!
View flyer >>
Sign up here >>

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Poster Contest Coming to CRLS!

CRLS Poster Contest

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Friends of CRLS (FOCRLS) Grants

FOCRLS Faculty Innovation GrantsFriends of CRLS (FOCRLS) is seeking grant proposals from teachers, administrators, librarians, guidance counselors, social workers, advisers, and liaisons who have creative ideas for energizing the learning experience for your students.

We will be awarding several grants up to $1,000 each to support educational and social development opportunities such as visits from accomplished guests, field trips, special events, group creations, performances, and service learning experiences.

More information and the proposal application Google Form are here.

Proposals are due Wednesday, November 17 at 11:59PM.

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Winter Athletic Registration Requirements

Winter Sports Online Athletic Registration Deadline: November 21st

1. Vaccinations - All students must be fully vaccinated to play a Winter Sport.

If you have been vaccinated and have not uploaded your vaccination status, or exemption status, you can do so at the CPS Vaccination Portal. Please be sure to upload this right away so that your upload can be reviewed and approved.

If you have not received any of the vaccination shots information for vaccinations can be found at the link below. Remember that being fully vaccinated is 14 days after your final dose. This means that for Pfizer or Moderna you get one shot, 14 days later you get a second shot and 14 days later you are now fully vaccinated. If receiving the Johnson and Johnson - one shot vaccination - it is 14 days after the single shot that you are considered fully vaccinated. More details >>

2. NFHS Implicit Bias Course.
This course has been added as part of a new rule implemented by the MIAA for Discriminatory Reporting. This educational course is one to help all participants gain a better understanding and respect for others and deter from the discriminatory actions, language and behaviors. This course is a free course which can be found here (same website and log in for the online concussion education course) and it is titled Implicit Bias. The certificate of completion must be emailed in along with all other required paperwork.

Instructions and sign up for Winter Athletics can be found here and also on the CRLS Athletics website.

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COVID19 Information

Register NOW for Pfizer and Flu Vaccine Clinics
December 1 | 3:30-7:30PM, King Open School
Students, families and the community-at-large are invited to get a FREE Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine or booster shot on Wednesday, December 1 from 3:30-7:30PM at the King Open School located at 850 Cambridge Street. Register here >>
**Walk-ins are welcome but appointments are encouraged.**


Student Vaccination
By November 22, 2021, all age eligible students must be vaccinated. Failure to obtain a vaccination will not result in exclusion from school. 
More details >>

CRLS 2021-22 Semester 1 Covid Safety Check Schedule

Testing Location: CRLS Media Cafeteria
Testing Hours: 8-11AM

 Mondays 9th grade students
 Tuesdays  10th Grade Students
 Wednesdays  11th Grade Students
 Thursdays 12th Grade Students


Students participating in testing must have signed consent forms on file.
Please complete your COVID19 testing form here!

CPS COVID19 Information
From the beginning of the pandemic, CPS has prioritized safe, in-person learning and made significant investments in a comprehensive plan to prevent the spread of COVID-19. More details >>

Get your 1st, 2nd or booster Jab!
Upcoming Covid Vaccine Clinics near you! 
More details >>

Where can I get a Pfizer COVID-19 Booster Shot in Cambridge?
More details >>

COVID19 PCR Testing
The City of Cambridge offers free COVID-19 PCR testing 4 days per week for those who live or work in Cambridge. At all City of Cambridge sites, testing is available to children and adults of all ages. View schedule >>

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STARS & NHS Food & Clothing Drive

Please drop off @ the main office OR the main entrance OR Ms. Lozada's Room (2201) OR your Learning Community office. 

Priority Items:

  • cooking oil
  • pasta (spaghetti preferred)
  • non-perishables
  • jackets (GENTLY USED AND CLEAN)
  • sweatpants and sweatshirts

Please make sure food is not expired and clothing is washed. Thank you!

More details >>

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CRLS Students: Travel the World and Become a Global Citizen! (Scholarships Available)

CIEE, a non profit organization dedicated to supporting student travel opportunities, particularly for underrepresented students, has once again partnered with CRLS to offer travel scholarships to our students.

Please check out their site for all of the amazing places that CIEE runs travel opportunities for our students. Scholarships, up to 100% to cover the cost of tuition depending on need and merit are available for CRLS students.

So, Where in the world have you always wanted to travel to? What kind of a difference have you always wanted to make?


More details >>

NOTE: CIEE has a serious commitment to appropriate Health and Safety and COVID precautions. More details >> 

Questions? Email Mr. McGuinness.

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Cambridge School Volunteers (CSV)

CSV is excited to return with in-person tutoring support for the CRLS community.

Drop-in Math Center - Before school (8-8:30AM)
Room 2403
Come by any day for support with all levels of math--no pre-registration required.

Subject-based Tutoring Services - Before school (8-8:30AM) or after school (3:15-4:15PM)
Room 2403 (before school) or Room 2407 (after school)
Meet one-to-one with a tutor once a week to receive support with one or more academic subjects and/or test preparation.

College and Career Mentoring Program - Wednesdays (3:15-4:15PM)
Career & College Resource Center (CCRC), Room 1501
Meet one-to-one with a mentor once a week to explore and plan for your post-secondary life. This can include career and college research, college admission essay help, scholarship application support, etc.
First session: October 20

Request a CSV tutor or mentor >>
Become a CSV Volunteer >>

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Megan Andres, CSV's Director of High School Programs, or James Duche, Tutoring Center Manager at 617.349.6794

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Understanding the IEP: What It Involves and the Parent/Caregiver Role

November 18 | 6-8PM
A free workshop presented by the Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN). This presentation will provide information about the Individualized Education Program (IEP).
More details >>

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CFCC Community Gathering 

November 19 | 6:30-8PM
We encourage caregivers of color to attend our CFCC monthly community gatherings! These gatherings are an opportunity for caregivers of color to share and learn about resources, connect with each other and build community in a supportive, comfortable and informal space. 
More details >>

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CRLS School Council Meeting - 11/30

November 30 | 6-7:30 PM
Please Join us for the CRLS School Council Meeting! The topic of this meeting are updates on CRLS and will be hosted by Principal Smith.

Register here >>
A Zoom link will be sent 30 minutes before the meeting to the email used for registration.

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FREE Virtual Immigration Legal Screening Clinics

The Virtual Immigration Legal Screening Clinics are held on the third Wednesday each month. This clinic is a free virtual immigration clinic provided by skilled immigration attorneys.

Available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Haitian Creole, Somali, Amharic, Arabic, Bengali, and Chinese under "Other Resources." More details >>

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Cheesy Broccoli! Broccoli florets topped with shredded cheddar cheese (microwaved to melt and soften). Tip: Instead of broccoli, try cauliflower or black beans and tomatoes!Healthy Snack of the Week

Cheesy Broccoli! Broccoli florets topped with shredded cheddar cheese (microwaved to melt and soften). Tip: Instead of broccoli, try cauliflower or black beans and tomatoes!

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Questions? Comments? Concerns?

For more information on DYK, please contact Greta Hardina, CRLS family Liaison.

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CRLS Events & Reminders

IMPORTANT DATES

Open Mic
November 18

Winter Sports Registration Deadline
November 21

School Council Meeting
November 30
REMINDERS & MORE

Teen Health Center Hours
Mon. - Fri. | 8AM-3:30PM
Questions? Call 617.665.1548

Youth Employment Center 
can help you with finding jobs, job apps, resume & interview prep! Open every day during all lunches and Tuesday & Wednesday after school in room 2101 (Other times by appointment.)
More details >>


Falcon's Market OPEN!
Falcon's Market is open for students and families. Please go to Room 1104 (just outside the main cafeteria). More details >> 

Do you need a student ID?
Mon. - Fri. | 8-8:30AM
Go to the Security Office in the main lobby.

CEATVCEATV Weekly Highlights
November 15 - 21, 2021
Schedule & Streaming >>

SmartTV 98

Spot On: Student-Produced Channel 98 Promos (New!)
Wed. 8:30PM & Sat. 4:30PM

Media Arts Studio Presents: Media Production “How-to” Videos
Mon. 9PM & Thu. 5PM

Cambridge Cringe & Laughter: CRLS Improv Show 10/28/21 (Re-Broadcast)
Sat. 6PM & Sun. 12PM

Reeling: The Movie Review Show (New Episode!)
Wed. 6PM & Thu. 2PM
CPS TV 99

School Committee Regular Meeting 11/16/21 (Live)
Tue. 6PM

School Committee Special Meeting 11/9/21 (Re-Broadcast)
Mon. 6PM & Wed. 6PM

NASA TV Highlights: SpaceCast Weekly 11/12/21
Wed. 4PM & Sat. 2PM

In Our District & Community

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Visit Find It Cambridge for lots of other great resources!

You can also call/text 617.686.2998 or email Andrew for help.

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
See a curated list of programs, events, and resources within our district & community! See list >>


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CHANCE Fall 2021
M | 4-5:30PM, Harvard College
W | 4-5:30PM, Zoom
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