CRLS Newsletter	JANUARY 31, 2014

in this issue

:: CURRICULUM NIGHT (FORMERLY KNOWN AS OPEN HOUSE)

:: CRLS SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID HELP

:: AP EXAM REGISTRATION DEADLINE

:: SCHOOL COUNCIL WORKSHOP

:: NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICE PROJECT

:: LIFEGUARD TRAINING

:: SISTER TO SISTER

:: HARVARD CHANCE

:: 2ND SEMESTER PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES

:: SAT REGISTRATION

:: WINTER BALL

:: MOBILIZE FOR A LIVABLE CLIMATE

:: GIRLS STEM SUMMIT

:: C-PAC WORKSHOPS

:: MIT/WELLESLEY UPWARD BOUND PROGRAM

:: CALENDAR AND SCHEDULES

CRLS 2nd SEMESTER CURRICULUM NIGHT
Thursday, February 6, 2014 6-8 PM

CRLS CURRICULM NIGHT (formerly known as Open House) is an opportunity for parents to meet teachers and receive information about curriculum and course work. Coming to the Curriculum Night will help you better understand what your child is studying and how you can support your child academically throughout the semester.
Upon arrival, families and students should enter through the main lobby where you will be given a copy of your child's schedule. You will follow your child's schedule and meet teachers in their classrooms for a presentation and overview of what your child is studying.

Prior to meeting with teachers we are offering a series of information sessions.
CLICK HERE FOR CURRICULUM NIGHT SCHEDULE

CRLS starts Parents Group: Parent-to-Parent

First Tuesday of the Month 6:30-8 PM (new hours) PM in the CRLS Main Cafeteria

Feb. 4, March 4, April 1, May 6 and June 3.

Parenting teens isn't easy. Don't do it alone. This is an opportunity to meet other parents, share experiences and support each other through these challenging yet exciting times.

Potluck and socializing.

For more information contact Greta Hardina 617-349-6660 or ghardina@cpsd.us

Calling all CRLS Seniors. Do you need money to pay for college?

CRLS on-line scholarship application will go live on Saturday February 1st.

This year's deadline will be Friday, February 28th at 11:00 PM
You can find the link to register and login on February 1st on the CRLS website http://crls.cpsd.us/scholarships/crls_scholarships

Also, Every Wednesday from 9am-3pm in the CCRC room 1501 -ASA (American Student Assistance) is avaible to help. Students can stop by and sign-up for an appointment. Some types of Financial Aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis and there are deadlines. Apply as soon as possible to maximize the amount of financial you can receive.
Parents can call Ellen Ronayne 617-349-6898 or Paula Riley 617-349-6697 for an appointment.

Advanced Placement Exams Registration Deadline FEBRUARY 7!
AP Exam registration is taking place through February 7th. The cost for each exam is $89 and less if you qualify for a fee reduction. Please see Ms. Madden regarding your eligibility for assistance. Included in the fees is a non-refundable deposit of $25. Please pay with a money order or personal check. No cash will be accepted. You can pick up a registration form in Room #2317 (Sherry Madden), from your AP Teacher, or Guidance Counselor. Questions? Contact AP Coordinator: smadden@cpsd.us or ask any AP Teacher.
Exams are in May 2014
CLICK HERE FOR TEST DATES

Unleash the Power of Your School Council
Monday, February 3 from 6-8 p.m. Cambridge Rindge and Latin School (459 Broadway) Main Cafeteria
You're invited to a city-wide workshop aimed at unleashing the power of school councils to shape the future of Cambridge Public Schools. Workshop presenter Lyle Kirtman, CEO of Future Management Systems, will present on best practices of the most effective School Councils. Lyle has worked with over 300 school districts and has trained more than 2,000 school council members.
Celebrate your accomplishments, learn strategies for success, collaborate with fellow council members, and partner with your Principal on this critical aspect of education reform. This workshop is open to all School Council members (parents, guardians, teachers, community partners) and childcare is provided.

NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICE PROJECT:

Cambridge youth age 14-15 are still being recruited to participate in Neighborhood Service Projects. The deadline will be extended until 2/5.

CLICK HERE for the link to the program description and online application.

The NSP is a twelve week, paid community-based service-learning program that introduces young people age 14 and 15 to the world of work by engaging them in the development of a project that impacts their neighborhood.

Operated by OWD (Office of Work Force Development) in partnership with the city's Youth Centers, NSP teens work with an adult Community Liaison to identify a need in their community, design a project to address the need, and showcase their work to the community at large.

The program will run from February 13th-May 16th, 2014. If you have any questions, please call Ken Bowers at 617-349-6272.

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Course
(LGT/FA/CPR./AED)

Dates: February 15, 2014 -February 16, 2014
Time: 8:00am-6:00pm (Sat. and Sun.)
Place: Belmont High School (Pool and Classroom sessions)
Registration: Belmont Recreation Department

Sara Varella-Ringos M.ed
Teacher, Health and Physical Education
Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
svarella@cpsd.us

Sister to Sister: Community Conversations - Exploring Health Issues Affecting Black Women with Health Care Experts of Color

Invite you to join us for the upcoming conversation:

Blended Families: Can't We All Just Get Along
Sunday, February 9, 2014 2pm - 4pm
Simply Erinn's Unisex Salon (268 Brookline Street, Cambridge)

HARVARD CHANCE (New Hours): (College High-school Alliance: A Nexus for Creative Education)

FREE SAT tutoring, homework help, or college advising from Harvard students Mondays from 3-5pm and 5:30-7:30pm at the Harvard Science Center, room 222
Pizza is provided each week!
Questions? Email: chance@hcs.harvard.edu

SAVE THE DATE: 2nd Semester Parent Teacher Conferences:
Tuesday March 11- 12:20-3:30 PM Online registration (early release)
Wednesday, March 12- 8:10-11 AM Online registration (delayed opening)
Thursday, March 13 6-8 PM (walk-in)

SAT Registration:
Next Test: March 8, 2014 - Registration Deadline Jan. Test: February 7, 2014
Register Online at www.collegeboard.org

Winter Ball:
The Winter Ball is at the Sheraton Commander Hotel on Friday Jan. 31st from 7 to 11 PM. The doors will open at 7 and close at 9 PM, so be sure to arrive prior to 9PM. Dress is semi-formal! There will be food and beverages there, food is included in the price of the ticket.
Students can buy tickets at the bagel bench during lunch A and B.

Ticket prices increase as the weeks go by. Ticket prices are as follows:

Jan. 20-31: $25
At the door: $30

Mothers Out Front Mobilizing for a Livable Climate
2014 Massachusetts Campaign Kick-Off
Saturday, February 1, from 11 am - 1 pm
Location: Tremont Temple Baptist Church
88 Tremont Street Boston
11am to 1pm
To RSVP

Girls STEM Summit -East Saturday, April 26th 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
MIT's Stratton Student Center
Girls in grades 8-12 who are interested in or curious about careers in STEM fields are invited to attend this one-day STEM career-oriented workshop. During the Summit students will break into smaller groups and rotate through six different STEM career workshops to participate in discussions about emerging STEM careers, college preparedness, and to experience each field through a related hands-on activity. Each workshop will be led by a local woman who is a leader in her STEM field. Additionally there will be a keynote speaker, snacks, lunch, giveaways and raffle prizes!
Registration is $45 and there are a limited number of partial scholarships for students in Cambridge, Boston and Somerville. This event sells out quickly - if you are interested in attending please sign up as soon as possible
Learn more or register at www.juniortech.org or call 617-512-1794

February-March 2014 ( C-PAC ) Workshops & Meetings:

Please join us for this year's workshops and special meetings. Unless otherwise noted, meetings take place at Cambridge Rindge and Latin School, located at 459 Broadway. Meetings are free and open to the public. Childcare and light refreshments are provided.

Planning for Your Child's Future:
Wednesday, February 12, 2014 at 6:30 p.m.
Learn legal, financial, and other planning strategies from John Nadworthy, co-author of The Special Need Planning Guide: How to Prepare for Every Stage of your Child's Life.

Executive Functioning
Wednesday, March 12, 2014 at 6:30 p.m.
Co-hosted by the Office of Academic Challenge & Enrichment and the Citywide Parent Advisory Group.

Basic Rights in Special Education
Wednesday, March 26, 2014 at 6:30 p.m.
An introduction to parent rights and responsibilities under federal and state law. Designed to help parents learn how to be effective partners with the school, to decide the child's eligibility for special education, to plan, make decisions and monitor the educational progress of your child.

For more information contact:
Mark J. Gardner
markgardner@jenningsfishman.com

For all workshops and information: http://cambridgepacse.org/c-pac-coordinator/2013-14-workshops-meetings/

The MIT/Wellesley Upward Bound Program is currently recruiting CRLS 9th and 10th graders. The Program provides after school tutoring during the school year and a six-week residential summer program at Wellesley College. Upward Bound offers academic support and college preparation guidance including college tours and senior seminars. Both the school year and summer session offer various recreational and cultural activities and field trips.

For more information please contact: 617-253-5124 or see your Guidance Counselor.

Information:

For all CRLS events visit the CRLS website calendar: CLICK HERE

For Cambridge Public School 2013-2014 Academic Calendar: CLICK HERE

Download the 2013-2014 CRLS Winter Athletic Schedule: CLICK HERE

Please refer to the CRLS website for the calendar and event updates and changes throughout the year. http://crls.cpsd.us/

Sincerely, Greta Hardina, CRLS