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Morse Thursday Take Home: March 17, 2022
Published on Mar 17, 2022 14:37
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March 17, 2022
Message from Family Liaison
Dear Morse Community,
Happy Thursday! Only three more days till spring! We’re excited for our upcoming Family Gym and Game Night taking place tomorrow 3.18.22 from 6-8PM! All families and the Morse community are welcome to join. We’re reminding all parents/caregivers that children must be accompanied at all times for the entirety of the event.
Celebrating Women’s History Month
 Karine Jean-Pierre is an American political campaign organizer, activist, political commentator, and author of French Caribbean heritage. Since January 2021, she has been White House Principal Deputy Press Secretary in the Biden-Harris Administration. Following graduate school, Jean-Pierre worked as the director of legislative and budget affairs for New York City councilor James F. Gennaro. In 2006, she was hired as the outreach coordinator for Walmart Watch in Washington, D.C.Jean-Pierre was the southeast regional political director for John Edwards' presidential campaign in 2008. She joined the Columbia University faculty in 2014, where she is a lecturer in international and public affairs.
Family Gym & Game Night TOMORROW
Morning Coffee Hour
Tuesday, March 22 | 8:10-9AM
Please Join Dr. Leith and myself for Morning coffee out in the lobby from 8:10-9AM.
Understanding Islam
Wednesday, March 23 | 7-8:30PM
North Cambridge Courageous Conversations will be holding a a community workshop on Understanding Islam with guest speaker, Dr. Khalil Abdur-Rashid, who is the Muslim Chaplain at Harvard University. We will also have small group discussion and an opportunity for Q&A.
All members of the Cambridge school community are welcomed to attend.
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Updates & Important Announcements
Our School Council Meeting - regularly scheduled for (3/17) - has been postponed until next Thursday, March 24th (6-7:30 PM), to avoid a conflict with Superintendent Greer's budget presentation to the School Committee.
The virtual Parent Workshop on Restorative Practices originally scheduled for 3/24 will be postponed to Thursday April 7th from 6-7 PM.
The Art Studio Wants Your Plastic!
Cambridge City Nature Art Challenge (CCNAC)
This Year, CCNAC will be hosting an art contest for children and youth for grades 1-8 are welcomed to join in the art contest. Please see the link for more details on how you can enter for a chance to win!
Deadline: May 2, 2022
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Please note: This contest is not part of the art studio at Morse school. Please send applications to Green Cambridge. P.O. Box 380932, Cambridge, MA 02238. All artwork should be completed at home.
Summer Programs (JK - High School)
DHSP Summer Camp (K-8 Grade)
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Daybreak Day Camp (Ages 5-12)
Registration open.
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Cambridge Adventure Day Camp (Ages 5-11 + CITs 12-13)
Registration open.
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Summer Ink Simmons 2022 (Rising 5th & 6th grade)
Registration open. More details >>
Nuvu Summer Studio (Ages 11-15)
Registration open. More details >>
Empow STEM Summer Program (Ages 7-15)
Registration open.
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dynaMIT Summer Day Program (Rising 6th-9th grade)
Registration open untll 4/17. More details >>
Youth Soccer Camp for Girls (Crimson Soccer @ Harvard) (Ages 6-13)
Registration open. More details >>
PBHA Cambridge Youth Enrichment Program (Ages 6-13)
Registration open.
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PBHA Recent Immigrant Summer Enrichment (Ages 14-20)
Registration open.
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KIDS 4 CODING Summer STEM Programs (Ages 7-16)
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MIT/Wellesley Upward Bound (8th grade)
Registration open until 5/1.
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iFp Studios (Ages 14-18)
Registration open.
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Outback Summer Program (Rising JK-6th grade)
Registration open.
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Cowemoki Summer Enrichment Program (Ages 5-12)
Registration open.
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Summer Urban Program
Registration open.
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Club Z SAT/ACT Test Prep (10th-12th grade)
Registration open. More details >>
The Work Force Summer College Immersion (Rising 12th grade)
Registration starts 3/2, for rising 12th graders, Website & Registration information to come.
Mayor’s Program
An opportunity for youth aged 14-19 to work and get paid during the summer. Applications begin April 11.
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DHSP Community Summer Camps Lottery (Rising Kindergartners - 5 gr.)
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Frisoli Empowerment Summer Program (Ages 9 -14)
Free for rising 8th Graders.
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Discovery Program at Russell Youth Center
Rising 4-8th graders explore their interests and express themselves through performing and visual arts, science exploration, sports, and other fun activities!
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Sports Leadership Academy at Moore Youth Center
Rising 4-8th graders learn, practice, and develop skills for a variety of sports, including soccer, basketball, swimming, tennis, and more! In addition to athletics, programming focuses on enrichment, academics, and leadership building.
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Middle School Summer Program at Gately Youth Center
Rising 6-8th graders enjoy a variety of fun activities, including sports and visual arts. They learn about healthy living and develop leadership skills, with a focus on connecting with peers and younger youth.
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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!
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