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| CRLS Newsletter |
October 20, 2011 | |
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Parent Teacher Conferences are coming:
Tuesday, October 25, 2011 from 2:30-3:30 p.m. and Thursday, October 27, 2011 from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
These meetings will provide you with an opportunity to discuss your child's performance with his/her teachers. Students are welcome to accompany their parents to the conferences. If you are unable to attend either session, individual teacher conferences may be scheduled by calling your child's Learning Community (LC) Office during the school day, or preferably, contacting the individual teachers by e-mail.
To make best use of the Parent Teacher Conference opportunities, we suggest:
- Bring your student with you so that he or she can be a partner in this conversation about the semester's progress.
- Bring your student's progress report with you.
- Be sure you know the first and last name of each teacher, the class subject, and the classroom.
- Check the absent teacher list when you arrive, to be sure none of your student's teachers are absent.
- Grab a map of CRLS (available in the main entrance). Student guides will be posted around the school to help you find classrooms.
- Sign up for an individual conference with teachers in their classrooms. The signup lists will be placed right outside each classroom door, and each conference lasts for ten minutes.
- Try to respect the teacher's schedule, remembering that other parents also wish to see the teacher.
- Don't assume that no line in front of one classroom means the other three classrooms also won't have a line. Some classes attract more parents than others.
- Go around to all classrooms to sign up for appointments. Give yourself some time between appointments to move from room to room.
- If you need extra time with a teacher, arrange an appointment for another day.
- Limited parking will be available after 5:30 on Thursday 10/27 in Harvard's Felton Street garage.
If you can't attend the conferences, try one of these other ways to learn about your child's classes:
- Use your Edline account to learn about assigned work. (If you need help with Edline, send a message to edline-support@cpsd.us.)
- Email your students' teachers directly. (Teacher email addresses include the teacher's first initial and last name, such as ATeacher@cpsd.us.)
- Schedule a telephone conference with a teacher.
- Arrange an individual appointment at CRLS. (Call the Learning Community office or email the teacher directly.)
- Contact your student's guidance counselor to arrange a meeting of several teachers at once at a time that is convenient for you and them, before, during or after school.
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CRLS Arts Committee meeting :
(Dance, Drama, Music, & Visual Arts) Location: Arts Building Basement
Room 0603 7-8 pm
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
April date TBA
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
The CRLS Arts Committee is dedicated to supporting arts programming for students in the Visual and Performing Arts. Our goal is to increase awareness of arts opportunities at CRLS and encourage student participation. We do this through fundraising to benefit programs, volunteering at any and all arts performances and exhibits, and creating occasions to celebrate and support students involved in the arts.
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SENIORS!
Do you need help with
COLLEGE PLANNING, APPLICATIONS, & ESSAY WRITING?
When: Wednesdays starting October 19, from 2:30-4:00 p.m.
Where: Career and College Resource Center, Room 1501
What: Cambridge School Volunteers are here to help!
Volunteers are patient, caring, and skilled tutors that help you stay on track and break down the process into manageable steps to reach your goals. Once you meet your own tutor you may schedule help on additional days.
Free Pizza
First-come, first-served
Just drop by at 2:30
CSV celebrates 45 years supporting the academic and personal success of Cambridge public school children.
For more information contact:
Laura Margosian
Director, High School Volunteers
Programs and Training
Cambridge School Volunteers
CRLS, 459 Broadway
Cambridge, MA 02138
617-349-6794 (phone)
617-349-6897 (fax)
www.csvinc.org
Join us on Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Cambridge-School-Volunteers-Inc/209777113209?ref=ts |
Support the CRLS February Vacation Latin Student Trip to Italy!
On your way to the Head of the Charles stop in at our
Yard and Bake Sale!
Toys, sports equipment, knick knacks, and treasures of all kinds!
When: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, October 22, 2011
Where: 158 Putnam Ave, Cambridge |
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CRLS School Council Meetings
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
CRLS School Council Parent Reps:
LC C: Lewis Bryant
LC R: Jessica Daniels
LC L: Nattasa Mason
LC S: Amy Stein
At-Large: Marijane Jensen
At-Large: Lauree Maunsour
The State Education Reform Act mandates that there be an elected School Improvement Council in each public school made up of parents, teachers, students and community representatives, and co-chaired by the principal. The CRLS School Council usually meets on the last Tuesday of the month and is responsible for advising the principal in setting educational goals, identifying educational needs, reviewing the school's budget, and creating a school improvement plan. Parents/guardians serve staggered 2-year terms so that some are always new and some experienced. Elections are well publicized each spring, and interested candidates must submit a nomination form in order for their names to be included on the ballot. |
CRLS IS GOING TO TURKEY!
There will be a trip to Turkey for students during Spring Break (April 13-22, 2012). Please come to the informational meeting on Thursday October 27th between 5.30-6.00pm in room 2411 or contact Mr Nigdelioglu at rnigdelioglu@cpsd.us |
2011-2012 Yearbook Information
The yearbook staff is hard at work on the yearbook this year. Information about this year's yearbook, how to buy it, and how to purchase ad space for your graduating senior is all available on the CRLS Web site here: http://crls.cpsd.us/yearbook/crls_yearbook
The yearbook is offering an early bird special for buying the yearbook. If you order your yearbook by November 15th, it's only $60. This is the lowest price it will be all year! Payment plans are available and there are additional payment options for students and families experiencing financial hardship.
If you have additional questions, please check out the Web site, email the editors at yearbook@cpsd.us, or faculty advisor Ed Byrne at ebyrne@cpsd.us or 617-349-6486
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Winter Sports Information
Any student that is interested in a Winter Sport can pick-up Athletic Forms in the Athletic Office in the War Memorial Building. Winter Sports start Monday,
November 28th.
All Athletic Forms are due in the Athletic Office by November 14th
Get in shape for the season, visit the War Memorial Weight Room on Mondays, Wednesdays, Friday mornings from 6:30-7:45 or after school on Mondays -Thursdays from 2:45-4:15 |
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Tips for parents on teen drinking:
The Reality Check campaign helps parents be clear with their teens about underage drinking, and connect with other parents and resources. Here, you'll find tips and strategies for talking with your kids about peer pressure, substance abuse, and more! Visit www.realitycheckworks.org
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- Use "Celebrity Rehab" to your advantage. Actors struggling with alcohol or drug problems can be effective conversation starters to find out what your teens think about alcohol.
- Sibling saviors: Enlist your tween's older sibling to help show that underage drinking isn't just uncool-it can be deadly.
- Tough Love without a Twist: Teach your kids how to say "no" to alcohol, including from peers. Let them know that you're there to help, not punish when it comes to peer pressure and drinking.
- Mealtime is check in time. Use family meals as a chance to bring up topics like drinking and substance abuse, as well as sports and school. Get everyone's input.
- Mother Gaga. You don't have to be Lady Gaga to be the role model your kids need and want/deserve. As their parent, you will always take center stage in their lives.
- Wanted: Real Parents. Be real and be yourself with your kids about underage drinking. It may help your teen open up about their own challenges.
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School Council Meeting |
Tuesday, October 25, 2011 |
6-7:30 PM |
CRLS Principals Conference Rm | |
Parent Teacher Conferences |
Tuesday, October 25, 2011 |
2:30 - 3:30- PM |
CRLS | |
International Students and Family Center Parent workshop |
Wednesday, October 26, 2011 |
6:30-8 PM |
CRLS RM 2112 | |
Parent Teacher Conferences |
Thursday, October 27, 2011 |
6-8 PM |
CRLS | |
Marking Period 1 ends for report card |
Friday, November 04, 2011 | | | |
SAT and SAT Subject Exams |
Saturday, November 05, 2011 |
8:00 AM |
CRLS | |
Eid Al Adha - No School |
Monday, November 07, 2011 | | | |
Deadline to register for the December 3rd SAT Exams |
Tuesday, November 08, 2011 | |
collegeboard.com | |
Friends of Cambridge Athletics (FOCA) Meeting |
Tuesday, November 08, 2011 |
6:00 PM |
Athletics Office in War Memorial | |
MCAS Math re-test |
Wednesday, November 09, 2011 | | | |
MCAS Math re-test |
Thursday, November 10, 2011 | | | |
Veterans Day Holiday - No School |
Friday, November 11, 2011 | | | |
Proclamation Reading & Song, Cambridge Veteran's Day Celebration |
Friday, November 11, 2011 |
11:00 AM |
Cambridge Cemetery | |
MCAS English Language Arts re-test |
Monday, November 14, 2011 | | | |
MCAS English Language Arts re-test |
Tuesday, November 15, 2011 | | | |
MCAS English Language Arts re-test |
Wednesday, November 16, 2011 | | | |
Friends of CRLS Meeting |
Wednesday, November 16, 2011 |
7:30-9 PM |
CRLS Library | |
Reception, CRLS/ Harvard Art Museum "Creature" Exhibit |
Thursday, November 17, 2011 |
5-7 PM |
CRLS Library | |
Falcon Pride Day |
Wednesday, November 23, 2011 | | | |
Half Day - Thanksgiving Break Begins |
Wednesday, November 23, 2011 | | | |
Thanksgiving Day Football Game |
Thursday, November 24, 2011 |
10:00 AM |
Evertt | |
Thanksgiving Break |
Friday, November 25, 2011 | | | |
Winter Sports Start |
Monday, November 28, 2011 |
2:45 PM |
Main Gym/ Field House | |
School Council Meeting |
Tuesday, November 29, 2011 |
6-7:30 PM |
CRLS Principals Conference Rm |
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Reception, Fall Musical |
Thursday, December 01, 2011 |
7:00 PM |
CRLS Theatre | |
CRLS Fall Musical Production |
Friday, December 02, 2011 |
7:00 PM |
CRLS Theatre | |
Interim grading period ends for progress reports |
Friday, December 02, 2011 | | | |
CRLS Fall Musical Production |
Saturday, December 03, 2011 |
2PM |
CRLS Theatre | |
CRLS Fall Musical Production |
Saturday, December 03, 2011 |
7:00 PM |
CRLS Theatre | |
SAT and SAT Subject Exams |
Saturday, December 03, 2011 |
8:00 AM |
CRLS Theatre | |
CRLS Fall Musical Production |
Sunday, December 04, 2011 |
7:00 PM |
CRLS Theatre | |
Fall Musical |
Sunday, December 04, 2011 |
2:00 PM |
CRLS Theatre | |
Annual Arts & Crafts Fair |
Tuesday, December 06, 2011 |
6:00 PM |
CRLS Main Café | |
College Financial Aid Night |
Wednesday, December 07, 2011 |
6:00 PM |
TBA | |
All City, Music Concert |
Thursday, December 08, 2011 |
7:00 PM |
CRLS Theatre | |
Winter Orchestra and Choral Concert |
Friday, December 09, 2011 |
7:00 PM |
CRLS Theatre | |
Friends of Cambridge Athletics (FOCA) Meeting |
Tuesday, December 13, 2011 |
6:00 PM |
Athletics Office in War Memorial | |
International Student and Family Center Parent Workshop |
Wednesday, December 14, 2011 |
6:30-8 PM |
CRLS RM 2112 | |
Annual Winter Band and Drumline concert |
Friday, December 16, 2011 |
7:00 PM |
CRLS Theatre | |
School Council Meeting |
Tuesday, December 20, 2011 |
6-7:30 PM |
Principals Conference Rm | |
Winter Break Begins |
Friday, December 23, 2011 | | | |
Deadline to register for the January 28 SAT Exams |
Friday, December 30, 2011 | |
collegeboard.com | |
School Resumes |
Tuesday, January 03, 2012 | | |
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Congratulations to the CRLS Girl's Volleyball Team for clinching the GBL Title while on a 10 game winning streak |
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Sincerely, Greta Hardina, CRLS |
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