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ELA MCAS and Family Conference Schedule (March 21-25)
"Dear CRLS Families, Caregivers and Students,
Along with the CRLS graduation requirements, students must pass the English Language Arts, Math and Science MCAS tests in order to earn their high school diploma. Spring MCAS testing is approaching and the ELA MCAS will be administered to 10th grade and select students on Tuesday 3/22 & Wednesday 3/23.
The schedule for the week of 3/21 is below and continues on the next page. It includes the class schedule for ELA MCAS test dates as well as the schedule for Family Conference dates on 3/24 and 3/25..."
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Family Conferences
In a continued effort to strengthen relationships with families and to support student achievement, CRLS will offer Virtual Family-Teacher Conferences on March 23, 24, and 25th. Registration will open on March 7, 2022.
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Schedule:
- Wednesday, March 23, 2022 | 6 - 8PM
- Thursday, March 24, 2022 | 8:30 - 11:30AM (delayed opening for students- students arrive for block 3 or lunch A)
- Friday, March 25, 2022 | 12Noon - 3PM (early dismissal for students after block 2)
With the online registration service, parents/guardians can:
- Select if they prefer a phone call or a video conference.
- Register for conferences 24 hours a day, 7 days a week during the registration period.
- In two simple steps, schedule a conference by choosing an available conference time slot.
- View, print, and email their conference schedule.
- Return at any time to reschedule a conference.
- After registering for a conference, the teachers will send the meeting link to you.
For more information, contact Greta Hardina at 617.349.6660.
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Join CRLS Arts Committee!
Families / Caregivers,
Are you interested in helping support the CRLS arts community? The Arts Committee is looking for new members. Come help us find creative ways to support the visual and performing arts at CRLS and meet a great community of families.
Fill out this Google Form or contact Christina if you have questions.
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Spring Play Information Meeting
Tuesday, March 22 | 3:15PM | Black Box Theater; Room 0601
The CRLS Drama Department invites all who are interested in auditioning for the spring plays to attend a SPRING PLAY INFORMATION MEETING.
This is an evening of short plays directed by faculty and members of the spring Directing class. The performance will be in our Black Box Theater!
Come and learn about the last Drama Department performance of the year!
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Cramp or Mrs. Murray (Room 0601, the Black Box theater)
Apply Now for the Global Studies Certificate Program
 The application for the CRLS Global Studies Certificate Program (GSC) for the 2022-23 school year is open for students as of today. 9th and 10th grade CRLS students are eligible to apply.
Applications are due by May 6, 2022.
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Apply to Early College at Lesley University!
Earn FREE college credits while experiencing college life!
The Early College Program is a pilot partnership between CRLS and Lesley University that allows students to earn college credit while exploring career opportunities through structured pathways.
There are no prerequisites to apply, and the program's focus is on equitable access for students traditionally underserved by higher education including Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) students; students who are first in their family to attend college (first-generation) students on Free and Reduced lunch, and students with disabilities. The program is open to students who will be in 10th, 11th, and 12th grade next year.
Interested? Search “Lesley Early College” in the CRLS Course Catalog during course registration and apply online. Deadline: March 28
Questions? Contact Michael O’Shea, Early College Program Manager
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Scholarship Opportunities for Seniors
 Calvin Hicks Award for the Study of Music -- 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th Graders are Eligible!
If you're just TUNING in.... Friends of CRLS will present this $500 scholarship to a student in any grade (9, 10, 11, 12) at any music level, beginner to virtuoso, to study any instrument, voice, or music theory. The awardee may use the funds to take music lessons, a class, a workshop, or a summer program at any accredited music school, whether or not in pursuit of a college degree, OR to take music lessons independently with a licensed instructor. Application documents are due April 1st to [email protected].
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Is your student applying to Bunker Hill Community College or UMass Boston?
The College Success Initiative (CSI) connects CRLS graduates with Success Coaches to help them succeed inside and outside the classroom.
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CSI Success Coaches will be at CRLS March 1 – April 15, 2022
Encourage your student to contact their guidance counselor to meet with a Success Coach! Questions? Contact Tawanya Garrett, Director of CSI
34th Annual Cambridge CityRun/Walk
Sunday, April 3 | 9AM start
It's BACK! Sign up for the 34th Annual Cambridge CityRun/Walk. Benefiting Friends of Cambridge Athletics & the Andrea Harvey Memorial Fund.
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COVID-19 Vaccine BOOSTER Clinic @ the Teen Health Center
Visit here for more information about where to get a booster.
Who is eligible?
- Current CRLS students ONLY who are 12 years old or older, and who received their 2nd Pfizer COVID vaccine 5 or more months ago OR their 2nd Moderna COVID vaccine 6 or more months ago
When?
- Teen Health will be offering BOOSTER vaccines every Tuesday from 8:30AM - 3PM
Call 617.665.1548 or walk-in to the clinic to schedule an appointment in person. NO WALK-IN APPOINTMENTS, you must schedule in advance.
- Anyone 12-15 years old must come to the appointment with a parent/guardian.
- Anyone 16 -17 years old may come alone but must have two signed consent forms (one from the state and one from CHA)*.
- Anyone 18 years old and above may come alone.
*You can either pick up the consent forms from Teen Health OR you can print them out here:
How do I schedule an appointment?
- Call 617.665.1548 or walk-in to the clinic to schedule an appointment in person.
- NO WALK-IN APPOINTMENTS, you must schedule in advance.
- Limited appointment availability (only 12 appointments each Tuesday)
The Covid-19 booster is FREE.
If you have any questions, please call 617.665.1548
CPS Free Internet Essentials Program
 Cambridge Public Schools continues to partner with Comcast to connect eligible families to the Internet Essentials Program, which offers affordable internet service, low-cost computers, and digital literacy training.
As a part of our continued efforts to close the digital divide, CPS, through the Emergency Connectivity Grant (ECF), has purchased hundreds of pre-paid vouchers for free internet service through June 30, 2022.
For more information regarding eligibility, please visit the following link.
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Cambridge School Volunteers (CSV)
Tutoring and mentoring support for CRLS students
Drop-in Math & Science Center - Before school (8-8:30AM)
Room 2403
Come by any day for support with all levels of math and/or science--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.
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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
Spring Driver's Education Class Registration Information
Tuesday, March 22 | 3:05-5PM | Auto Garage (456 Broadway)
The CRLS Drivers Education Program is a state approved program that serves the Cambridge community and is led by Mr. Bill Timmins. A Winter Driver's Education Class will not be offered this year.
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Please fill out registration form >>
If you have any further questions, please contact Bill Timmins at 339.223.0163.
Executive Functioning Workshop with Sarah Ward
Thursday, March 17 | 7-9PM | Zoom
If your younger child has trouble following a sequence of instructions, or if your older child has trouble starting, completing and turning in assignments on time, they are struggling with executive functioning skills. In this talk by executive functioning skills guru Sarah Ward, caregivers will learn:
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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.
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Cambridge Economic Opportunity Committee
Cambridge Economic Opportunity Committee (CEOC) is Cambridge’s anti-poverty agency. Our mission is to empower people and mobilize resources to fight poverty’s causes and impacts through education and organizing.
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Healthy Snack of the Week
 Popcorn with Parmesan Cheese & Dried Fruit! Sprinkle the parmesan on top of the popcorn. Try dried fruits like raisins, apricots, prunes, or mango!
Questions? Comments? Concerns?
For more information on DYK, please contact Greta Hardina, CRLS family Liaison.
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