CRLS Newsletter	MARCH 31, 2014

in this issue

:: CRLS ARTS COMMITTEE MEETING

:: NATIONAL HONORS SOCIETY INDUCTION CEREMONY

:: ANDREA HARVEY MEMORIAL FUND

:: LIFEGUARDS NEEDED

:: SAT TEST REGISTRATION

:: PEARL K. WISE LIBRARY

:: SUMMER PROGRAMS

:: TEENLIFE

:: MAYOR'S SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAM

:: ASA and CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS FINANCIAL AID HELP

:: PARENT-TO-PARENT

:: CEATV WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS

:: MCAS and State Standards to the PARCC and Common Core

:: HARVARD CHANCE

:: AFFORDABLE INTERNET

:: CALENDAR AND SCHEDULES

Underground Railway presents: Crossing Borders: ~ Who Does That?
April 11, 7:30 PM in the CRLS Auditorium

The Play Crossing Borders ~Who Does That? is an investigative theater piece based on taped and transcribed interviews from the Cambridge community and beyond. It is written by Betsy Bard, directed by Vincent Earnest Siders and performed by youth ambassadors from the Underground Railway Theater.

This dramatic experience explores the issue of diversity as both a static and dynamic value. In presenting different perspectives, it serves as a launchpad for discussion about the complexity of diversity and how it plays out in the culture and climate of a community.

Spring Driver's Education

The CRLS Drivers Education Program is a state approved program that serves the Cambridge community and is led by Mr. Bill Timmons.

Registration: April 16, 2014 | 2:30PM | CRLS Auto Garage

Where: Classes are held in the Gustave Solomons Garage located at 456 Broadway (across the street from CRLS).

When: Classes meet twice a week on Monday and Wednesday. The first class will be on April 28, 2014. There are two classroom sessions offered at 2:35PM or 6PM. Sessions are 5 weeks in duration (a total of 10 classes must be attended).

Cost: $600.00 which covers the ten classroom sessions, the parent class as well as the required 12 lessons of behind the wheel instruction. This price does not cover any fees charged by the Registry of Motor Vehicles for the permit, road test, or license.

Contact: If you have any further questions, please call Bill Timmons at 339.223.0163.

Please note: Two absences are allowed but must be made up prior to last class. A state mandated 2 hour class must be attended by a parent or guardian for any student under 18 years of age.

CRLS Arts Committee Meets April 2:
Come to the CRLS Arts Committee meeting on April 2 to hear plans for this year's Celebrate the Arts event in May and to find out more about helping out at this event or at the arts events this spring. Wednesday, April 2, 7 pm, VPA office, basement of the arts building.

The NHS induction for the class of 2015. It will take place in the Fitzgerald Theater on Thursday, April 10, at 7:00 pm.

The Andrea Harvey Annual Memorial Walk:

Please join us for the 28th annual City Run/Walk which will be on Sunday April 6, 2014. We will meet at the Russell Youth Center, 680 Huron Ave at 8:45 - 10 a.m. Race begins at 10:30 AM
A portion of the event's proceeds will benefit the Andrea Harvey Memorial Fund (AHMF), which gives scholarships to needy high school seniors entering college This year we will provide 2 $1000.00 scholarships to seniors from Cambridge Rindge and Latin (where Andrea was a student), and 2 $1000.00 scholarships to seniors at East Boston High School (where Andrea taught math). We will also give a $2000.00 scholarship to a merited college bound Cambridge Rindge and Latin High School student in memory of Les Kimbrough who was treasurer of the AHMF and a Dean at CRLS. He devoted so much of his efforts in promoting and supporting the Andrea Harvey Memorial Fund. He was always at the Run/Walk, setting up and participating in the walk.
Because Andrea's life was cut short by domestic violence, the AHMF also supports domestic violence prevention programs.
Donations may be dropped-off at the AHMF table at the Run/Walk or give your donations and form to a AHMF director or mail to
Andrea Harvey Memorial Fund,
c/o Cambridge Teachers Credit Union, 459 Broadway Cambridge MA 02138
For more information on Andrea and the AHMF and to make an online donation, visit www.andreaharvey.org
Hope to see you on Sunday, April 6, 2014.

DCR is looking for lifeguards for Summer 2014

The next Boston Region Test Dates are April 19 and May 10 from 9am-1pm at the UMass Boston, Clark Athletic Center. To register, contact Ed Bullock at 617-727-5290 x 506. To learn more about lifeguarding for DCR (the MA parks dept.), go to
http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/inside-our-agency/employment/dcr-lifeguard-requirements.html . You must be 16 or older to apply.

SAT Test Registration:
Next Test Date: May 3, 2014
Registration Deadline: April 4, 2014
*Late registration has additional fees, register NOW . Register Online at www.collegeboard.org

News for the Pearl K. Wise Library:

Prepare for the SAT, ACT, and AP Exams:
ACT is April 12th, SAT is May 3rd, and AP Exams are May 5-16

Practice tests (PSAT, SAT, AP, ACT, etc.), exam prep books, a Family College Planning Center, and other helpful resources are available through the Testing & Education Reference Center, (T.E.R.C.) provided by the Pearl K. Wise Library at Cambridge Rindge and Latin School

To access the T.E.R.C.:
Go to the CRLS homepage: http://crls.cpsd.us/
Select Pearl K. Wise Library (at the top of the page)
Select SAT & AP Practice Tests under "Quick Links" (left-hand side of the page)
If you are accessing it from a computer that is not on campus, enter the password: rindge

What to do this summer!
Check out the Summer Opportunity Resources Cambridge Public Schools Webpage:
http://www3.cpsd.us/news/summer_opportunities

TeenLife:
TeenLife provides the web's most comprehensive up to date directory of STEM, gap year, pre-college, overnight summer and community service programs for students in grades 7-12. Print and online TeenLife Guide and Life withTeens magazine content helps teens, parents, and educators make strong enrichment-program decisions. https://www.teenlife.com

MSYEP (Mayor's Summer Youth Program) 2014 Important Dates:

April 16: Applications available (at CRLS in the Main office and Room 2101)
April 28-May 9: Applications can be returned
July 7: Program starts
August 15: Program ends

FINANCIAL AID HELP:

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.

AND MORE:

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS & ESSAYS!
COLLEGE PLANNING, MENTORING & ESSAY WRITING~
Once you're matched with a mentor you may schedule alternate days.
When: Wednesdays from 2:30-5:00p.m.
Where: Career and College Resource Center, (CCRC) Room 1501
What: Free Cambridge School Volunteer Mentors/Tutors
Mentor Tutors are caring listeners, experienced & skilled tutors who break down the college application process into manageable steps to meet your deadlines and reach your goals.
FREE HOT Pizza! Treats! First-come, first-served Drop by at 2:30pm

CRLS starts Parents Group: Parent-to-Parent

First Tuesday of the Month 6:30-8 PM in the CRLS Main Cafeteria. 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

CEATV Weekly highlights for March 31-April 6, 2014

SmartTV 98
Schedule and streaming at http://www3.cpsd.us/98
Youth View Cambridge Mon. 9:00pm
Weekly Special:
The Radical Pope: Thurs. 11:00pm

The Vault: StudentArchives: Fri. 6:00pm
Saturday Fright Special: Sat. 11:00pm

CPS TV 99
Schedule and streaming at http://www3.cpsd.us/99
Cambridge School Committee Meeting: Tues. 6:00pm
Arts & Ideas: Mon. 3:30pm
Senior Scene: Mon. 7:00pm

Join us for a workshop on moving from the
MCAS and State Standards to the PARCC and Common Core

In 2010, Massachusetts adopted new K-12 learning standards called the Common Core, and since then, schools
across the Commonwealth, have been introducing them into classrooms. The
standards are more rigorous than previous standards and are tied to the skills and
knowledge that colleges and employers expect of our high school graduates.

PARCC is a key component of the state's commitment to prepare all students for
success after high school. Massachusetts is one of 18 states working collaboratively to develop PARCC, which stands for the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers. The state will administer PARCC tests to students in grades
3 through 11 in two subjects, English language arts and mathematics.

This workshop will explain how instruction is shifting to meet these goals, and outline the schedule for implementation.

Get the latest information from:
Dr. Jessica Huizinga -Asst. Superintendant for Curriculum & Instruction
Mark Healy - District Math Curriculum Cooordinator
Janice Tingle - District ELA Curriculum Coordinator

Wednesday, April 2, 6:30 PM
Area IV Youth Center
243 Harvard Street
Free & open to the public.

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

Affordable Internet Access:
The Comcast Internet Essential program provides low cost Internet Access for families who qualify for free and reduced lunch. Comcast has extended the program beyond their initial 3 year commitment so I am once again sending info to you:

While participating in Internet Essentials:
* You get fast home Internet service for only $9.95 a month, plus tax
* You never have any price increases or pay any activation or equipment rental fees
* You can buy a computer at initial enrollment for the low price of just $149.99 + tax
* You can get free Internet training - [ http://learning.internetessentials.com/ ]online, in print and in person

If you have families that qualify, it might be helpful to walk them through the application which can be done online or by phone.
Details and a link to an online application and information about applying by phone can be found here:
http://www.internetessentials.com/about

Information:

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

For Cambridge Public School 2013-2014 Academic Calendar: 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