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| CRLS Newsletter | March 21, 2013
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RESCHEDULED ELA MCAS EXAM:
Monday, March 25: MCAS testing only 10th graders come to school at 8:05. All other grades at 11:12
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CRLS 2nd Semester Parent Teacher Conferences:
*Tuesday, March 26 from 12:20 - 3:30 PM (Online pre-registration only, students will be released at 11:08AM)
*Wednesday, March 27 from 6-8 PM (No pre-registration. Walk-in only)
*Thursday, March 28 from 8:10-11:10 AM (Online pre-registration only, There will be a delayed opening. Students with lunch B report to block 3 at 11:25AM, Lunch A starts at 11:12AM)
http://crls.cpsd.us/aboutcrls/parent_conferences
With the online registration service, parents/guardians can:
*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.
* We still encourage parents to email teachers throughout the semester as needed, and to visit Edline for 24 hour access to their child's progress as an alternative to the limitations of Parent-Teacher Conferences.
*If you do not have access to a computer please call Greta Hardina the CRLS Family Liaison at 617.349.6660
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Tough times: Parenting teens who take risks-April 3, 2013 at 6PM in the Cafeteria
Adolescent risk taking can be both positive and dangerous. Some adolescent risk behaviors are healthy and help teens grow by allowing them to try new things and test their abilities. However, other risk behaviors cause concern. In this session, parents will be able to understand the differences between risk taking behavior and high risk behavior. Also, parent-adolescent communication will be highlighted and how it can positively influence how teens make high risk choices.
Parking available in the Ellery Street garage. Food will be served. For more information or to register email Greta Hardina the CRLS Family Liaison at ghardina@cpsd.us or call 617-349-6660 |
CRLS ROBOTICS TEAM:
The CRLS FIRST robotics team will compete in the Boston regional at BU Agannis Arena on March 22 and March 23 from 8:00 to 5:00. The event is free. Come support this very hard working academic team.
FIRST robotics is a competition where new specifications are released each year and then students have 6 weeks to design/build a robot from scratch. The competitions have the trappings of a major sporting event in the hopes of elevating scientists and engineers to the same status as sports and celebrity figures in our culture. The team attracts students from across the board at CRLS. During the event you have the opportunity to walk around the "pits" and see the robots up close and personal. This year the robot shoots Frisbee's and climbs a tower. Please stop by if you can to show your support. Look for Team 97. For more info click on this link::
http://www.usfirst.org/roboticsprograms/frc/regional-events
Conrad Hauck
Engineering Instructor
Rindge School of Technical Arts |
Friends of CRLS Community Meeting "CLOSING THE OPPORTUNITY DIVIDE"
Wednesday, March 27 -- 7:30-9 pm
Pearl K. Wise Library, 2nd floor - Rindge (Main) Bldg.
Please join Friends of CRLS on Wednesday March 27 after your
parent-teacher conferences for a Community meeting featuring Gerald
Chertavian, founder and CEO of Year Up, on "Closing the Opportunity
Divide":
Gerald Chertavian, a CRLS parent, will talk about the work of Year Up,
whose mission is to:
"close the Opportunity Divide by providing urban young adults with the
skills, experience, and support that will empower them to reach their
potential through professional careers and higher education."
If your parent-teacher conferences are running on the late side, don't worry:
From 7:30-8, there will be an opportunity to mingle over snacks with
other parents and members of the community. Gerald will speak at 8 pm,
followed by an update on FOCRLS activities for the rest of the school
year.
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ADHD / ADD - How do I know if I have it? How do I address it if I do?
Understanding and supporting a child with ADD/ADHD can be frustrating for everyone involved. This talk will cover the following topics:
- What are the academic and social signs that my child has ADD/ADHD?
- What can I do to help them succeed in school and beyond?
- How do I help my child manage his/her time and stay organized?
As part of Axiom Learning's Community Service Seminar Series, our next presentation will be on learning with ADD/ADHD and how to stay organized if one does have ADHD. Axiom Learning's specialists will discuss the challenges, misconceptions and opportunities that come with supporting students with attention challenges and gives you the tools you need to unleash the brilliance within your child. Please reserve your space today!
Date: March 28, 2013
Time: 7:30-9:00 PM
Location: Axiom Learning, 25 Mount Auburn Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
Telephone: 617.492.444
Email: info@axiomlearning.com
Cost: FREE
RSVP requested but not required.
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FOCA Spring Sports Fundraiser-
All spring sport athletes are encouraged to participate in the Cambridge CityRun/CityWalk. Pledge sheets will be handed out by their coaches the first week of practice. Athletes can get pledges per mile or one pledge for the entire race. Pledge forms are due at the West Youth Center on race day at least 30 minutes prior to the race start. Look for the table for CRLS athletes.
The 27th Annual Marathon Sports Cambridge CityRun 5 Miler and 3-Mile CityWalk
Sunday April 7, 2013 10:30 AM-Noon
Fresh Pond- check in is at the West Cambridge Youth Center (680 Huron Ave)
If you are interested in volunteering please contact Kate Andres at kate.andres@gmail.com
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Come eat, take a salsa lesson, dance...
Come support the Cambridge-El Salvador Sister City April delegation traveling to San José Las Flores to meet with youth, community leaders and raise funds for the Elder's Center.
Meet the delegates: Educators, Organizers, Activists, Sister City founders Laura Gonzalez, Hope Haff, Leigh Hardy, Van Hardy, Catherine Hoffman, Annery Miranda, Filomena Silva, Rache Wyon,
CRLS students: Akhi Begum, Hannah Gibson, Metea Koronas McEnroe, Sophia Santos, Tessa Tracy
When: Saturday, March 23
6-7pm food and welcome
7-8pm Salsa Lesson
8-10pm Social Dancing
Where: Amigos School 45 Upton St. Cambridge. (off Magazine Street 4 blocks from Central Square) Parking behind the building.
Tickets: students: 2 for $15. All others $10-$25. But you can donate more.
Tax deductible donations or tickets:
https://www.networkforgood.org/donation/MakeDonation.aspx?ORGID2=043235656
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Seeking Parent Mentors:
Are you a parent with time to give back to the CRLS community? Are you looking for a way to be more involved at CRLS? Do you feel like you know the ins and outs of CRLS and can share this with another family? Do you speak a second language (not required but helpful) and value the diversity of CRLS? If so, we need you!
The Office of the Family Liaison in partnership with the Bilingual and English Language Acquisition Program is recruiting Parent Mentors to be matched with immigrant families. Mentors will serve as a support person and will help share their experience and knowledge of CRLS. If you are interested please contact Greta Hardina, CRLS Family Liaison at ghardina@cpsd.us or 617-349-6660.
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Audition for our Summer Musical Guys and Dolls
Current 5th through 12th graders are eligible to audition.
*Cast and crew who will be 14 by July 1st are eligible to be paid through the Mayors Program.
Auditions will be held on March 24th from 1-5pm.
Sign up for your audition time online: (or to do tech)
https://sites.google.com/site/beyondthe4thwall/summer-musical--guys-dolls
Program Dates: July 1st - Aug. 3rd Mon-Fri: 9-4pm
Performances: Aug. 2nd and 3rd _____ 7pm
For more information please contact us: 617.868.9900 or Info@Beyondthe4thWall.com
http://www.beyondthe4thwall.com/musicals-1/break-a-leg-messages
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ATTENTION SENIORS:
ASA (American Student Assistance)
Financial Aid Help
Wednesdays, 9am - 3pm in the
CCRC room 1501. You must make an appointment. 617-349-6898 |
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Teens and Substance Abuse:
Are you concerned about your child's substance use or abuse? Did you know that CRLS provides substance abuse counseling for students through CASPAR inc.? Please contact the Health Education Department at 617-349-6851 for more information.
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CRLS BLOOD DRIVE:
The Spring Blood Drive will take place Monday April 08, 2013. 8:30 1:30 PM. Walk-ins are welcome. Health Assisting RM 1228.
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Party Tips for Teens:
Two 9th graders recently had a party that 100 students tried to crash. Learn from the host's experience and share your own teen party tips at www.crlsparent.wordpress.com
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Sincerely, Greta Hardina, CRLS |
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