Schools at a Glance cambridge public 2020 – 21 District Childhood Early

Rigorous, Joyful & Culturally Elementary

Responsive and Schools Personalized Support Schools Upper School High Resources SUPERINTENDENT’S WELCOME

Dear & Community,

It is my great honor and privilege to welcome you to Cambridge Public Schools (CPS) - a vibrant, diverse, and inclusive school community.

In the midst of the global pandemic, the CPS community - including students, educators, families, and staff - have demonstrated great resilience, flexibility, creativity and strength.

CPS’s shared vision of providing a rigorous, joyful and culturally responsive learning experience and personalized support for every student is even more important in the current context, when every student may need something different to be successful.

CPS also continues its journey to become an actively anti-racist school district and organization, by working towards instilling inclusive principles across our hiring and retention practices for staff, culturally responsive teaching and learning for students, and meaningful partnership with our families, out-of-school time partners, and community members.

In this Schools-at-a-Glance, you’ll find information about our schools, programs, and key contacts to help you navigate your journey with CPS.

We greatly value our relationship with families as we work together to support our students academic, social, emotional, and developmental needs. We look forward to many years of collaboration and partnership. Thank you and welcome to the CPS !

Sincerely,

Kenneth N. Salim, Ed.D. Superintendent

Disclaimer: Information presented in Schools at a Glance refers to normal operating procedures. Some information may differ during the 2020-21 school year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Map of Schools Elementary Schools OVERVIEW 5 PRESCHOOL & 12 OF CPS ELEMENTARY 7 District Overview cambridge public schools DISTRICT PLAN

VISION Rigorous, Joyful, and Culturally Responsive Learning + Personalized Support Builds Postsecondary Success and Engaged Community Members

Cambridge Public Schools, in partnership with our families and community, will provide all students with rigorous, School District joyful, and culturally responsive learning as well as the social, emotional, and academic supports each student needs to achieve their goals and post secondary success as engaged community members. CPS students and staff, as members of a learning organization engaged in continuous improvement, will demonstrate a growth mindset and embrace risk taking and innovation.

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES

EQUITY AND ENGAGING WHOLE PARTNERSHIP IMPROVEMENT ACCESS LEARNING EXPAND AND Improve Provide equity Provide engaging Support the strengthen implementation and and access to learning for whole child as family partnerships progress monitoring. increase opportunity students and staff an individual. and community and achievement. to strengthen partnerships. instruction for all types of learners.

OUTCOMES The District plan defines 22 Strategic Initiatives that will help CPS to realize our vision. To measure the impact of this work, the School Committee will consider the following outcome measures:

Grade 3 Literacy School Climate Survey Grade 8 Mathematics Students’ Meaningful Connections with Adults Advanced Placement and Honors Enrollment Chronic Absenteeism Percentage of Teachers of Color

Upper Schools Family Engagement, 27 36 Student Support

High School 40 Food & Nutrition, GRADES 31 Programs INFORMATION Transportation 6-12 FOR FAMILIES 42 CPS Leadership Registering for School

Hours Age Eligibility & When to Register 8:30am – 3:30pm | Monday – Friday All year long, except holidays Child’s Eligible to enter in When Birth date September 2021 to Register All visits to the SRC must be by appointment only. If you wish to April 1, 2017 – Tobin Montessori, October 2020 make an appointment, please email August 31, 2018 Special Start, 3-Year-Old Lottery [email protected] or call 617.349.6551. FMA Scholar (limited seats available)

Location: September 1, 2016 Junior January 2021 Cambridge Rindge & Latin School – March 31, 2017 JK/K Lottery 459 Broadway, 02138 September 1, 2015 Kindergarten January 2021 – August 31, 2016 JK/K Lottery Tel: 617.349.6551 | Fax: 617.349.6552 Email: [email protected] September 1, 2014 First Grade On or after – August 31, 2015 January 2, 2021 September 1, 2003 Website: High School On or after – August 31, 2007 www.cpsd.us/administration/src October 1, 2020

Note: Students transferring from an American school with different age eligibility guidelines are assigned based on their prior grade level. Families seeking other exceptions to CPS grade level policy may make their request to the School Principal after they receive their school assignment.

3 cambridge public schools Save Time - Register Online

The Student Registration Center offers the option of submitting your application online using our Registration Gateway System. Upload required documents and complete all forms through this convenient online

registration tool. School District

IMPORTANT: In-person registrations are by appointment only. Please e-mail [email protected] to request an appointment or call 617.349.6551.

Easy as 1-2-3

1. Gather the required documents (listed on the front page of the application or requested in the registration system).

2. Fill out the registration form - online or paper. If you use paper forms, you may scan or e-mail them along with the required documents to [email protected].

3. A SRC staff member will process your registration, contact you with confirmation, and inform you About Controlled Choice of additional steps that may be necessary for completion. Cambridge does not have neighborhood schools. Under the Controlled Choice Please Note: If families wish to visit the SRC, they must policy, school assignments are based on: make an appointment by emailing [email protected] or calling 617.349.6551. • preferences • Open seats • Socioeconomic (SES) balance as measured by the percentage of students who do, and do not, qualify for free or reduced price meals • Combined enrollment and SES balance of the schools that feed into each Upper School

During the lotteries held in October and January, Controlled Choice also considers priorities such as siblings, proximity and/or program language.

schools at a glance | 2020 - 21 4 CAMBRIDGE PUBLIC SCHOOLS MAP

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Early Childhood Programs (limited space available)

Special Start Tobin Montessori Fletcher Maynard Does not feed into an Children’s House Scholar College elementary school.

Elementary Schools (Grades JK – 5)

Amigos JK - 8 Kennedy-Longfellow Baldwin School Tobin Montessori Fletcher Maynard School School School

Dr. Martin Luther Peabody School Graham & Parks Cambridgeport King, Jr. School School School

Morse School Haggerty School King Open School

Upper Schools (Grades 6 – 8)

Putnam Avenue Rindge Avenue Vassal Lane Cambridge Street Upper School Upper School Upper School Upper School

High School (Grades 9 – 12)

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School ■ High School Extension Program & Rindge School of Technical Arts

7 cambridge public schools Childhood Early

Early Childhood

schools at a glance | 2020 - 21 8 the Early Years Project

The Early Years Project supports children, infants through preschool, by working with their early childhood educators and families. Our specialists work with centers and family childcare providers to create welcoming communities for www.cpsd.us/b3 all children, and address the needs of individual and/or groups of children about whom providers have concerns.

VISION: We collaborate with educators and families All children in Cambridge receive high quality early to understand the child and to support them and care from birth through third grade. in the classroom and at home. We reflect on As a result, all children enter school ready to thrive teaching practices, routines, curriculum, and academically, socially, emotionally, and continue the environment to promote wellbeing, healthy to do so through third grade and beyond. development, and learning. We share articles, handouts, and resources, as well as referrals for specialized services.

Children start learning as soon as they are born Our work is strengths-based and grounded in and their overall early development has a profound respect of the cultural norms practiced within impact on their future success. To ensure a good each center and family. We have Spanish and start in life, all children need high quality early English-speaking specialists on our team. education and care, access to physical and mental Our services are offered free of charge to any health care, and strong family support. childcare center or family childcare provider in the City of Cambridge. The Early Years The Birth to 3rd Grade Partnership works to Project is a collaboration that includes strengthen the early childhood and care network in Cambridge Public Schools, Riverside Cambridge so that all children can access programs Community Care, the City of Cambridge, that are affordable, high-quality, and meet the needs Birth to Grade Three Partnership, and the of working families. It also supports efforts to im- Cambridge Health Alliance. prove access to quality healthcare, and to strengthen family engagement practices in early education and Dr. Fran Roznowski care programs. 135 Berkshire Street Cambridge, MA 02141 The Partnership is a city-wide initiative led by over 617.349.6485 45 and community-based providers. With [email protected] (September – June) an office at the CPS Administration the Early Childhood Director reports to the CPS Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Education and to the Assistant City Manager for Human Services. Together with two early childhood specialists, the program seeks to improve early childhood experiences for all children.

9 cambridge public schools PROGRAMS FOR PRESCHOOLERS

Home-Based Early Childhood Special Start Education Program https://www.cpsd.us/special_start Located at Haggerty School Shelagh Kelly Walker, Coordinator 110 Cushing Street n Cambridge, MA 02138 [email protected] Childhood Liz Rollins, Lead Teacher

The Home-Based Early Childhood Education Early [email protected] n 617.349.3251 Program supports parents in their role as their children’s first teachers. For over 40 years, the Special Start classrooms offer an inclusion- program has provided trained Home Visitors to ary educational experience where children families of children between the ages of 18 months with disabilities are educated with children and 3.5 years old. Certified by the ParentChild+ without disabilities. Students who do not Home Program (PCHP), a research-based national have disabilities serve as peer models for program, this program encourages parents to use learning, and are enrolled through the lottery , everyday items, and the world around them process. Students with disabilities are assigned as tools for learning. through the Team Evaluation Process and have Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Home visits last one hour per week and follow a thematic curriculum based on the interests of Special Start classrooms use innovative curricula young children and is designed for the way young with individualization for every student based on children learn best: through active involvement. each child’s growth and development. The Home Visitors share skills, ideas, resources, and classroom provides a higher student teacher ratio activities related to the curriculum theme. than traditional preschool classrooms. Our goal is to meet the needs of all children in our learning Each week, the Home Visitor brings a new book community by meeting or exceeding state and and an educational or activity. The materials federal requirements for early childhood education. are given to families free of charge, so they can be used again and again. Parents are encouraged to use Special Start offers a half day program, operating the books and other materials as often as possible four hours each weekday. The program is not an during the time between home visits. Families who entry point for any elementary school, and wish to participate must live in Cambridge, have an children who participate in Special Start must age-eligible child, and be available to participate in re-register during the Kindergarten Lottery to the learning activities provided by the Home Visitor receive an elementary school assignment. during the weekly visit and throughout the week. Enrollment is ongoing on a first-come, first-served basis.

To learn more please contact:

Tamara Joy Harper Peggy Beucler Program Coordinator Assistant Coordinator [email protected] [email protected] 617.349.6849 617.349.6724

schools at a glance | 2020 - 21 10 PROGRAMS FOR PRESCHOOLERS

Fletcher Maynard Scholar College Tobin Montessori Children’s House https://fma.cpsd.us https://tobin.cpsd.us

Maisha Rounds, Principal Jaime Frost, Principal Daniel Skeritt, Family Liaison Zakkiyya Witherspoon, Family Liaison

n 225 Windsor St. n Cambridge, MA 02139 197 Vassal Lane Cambridge, MA 02138 n [email protected] n 617.349.6588 [email protected] 617.349.6600

School Hours School Hours: 7am - 2pm Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays | Afterschool programs are available. 7:45am - 3:45pm; Wednesdays | 7:45am - 2pm Tobin Montessori is the first public school in the United States to achieve accreditation by Scholar College is an early point of entry into the American Montessori Society. Fletcher Maynard Academy (FMA) for a small number of children. Students attend an 8 hour Montessori Children’s House is the name for the school day, 4 days per week—with early release classrooms for children between the ages of 3 - 5 on Wednesdays. years old. In the unique Montessori model, children spend three years in the same class with The philosophy of Scholar College is that childhood the same teacher in order to foster maturity and is a joyful time and that children need to be free independence. By age five, children have to explore the world, practice skills, and learn to experienced the spiral Montessori curriculum. navigate and develop social interactions. Our participatory learning curriculum is student- Concrete, self-correcting materials help children directed and relies on hands-on experiences with develop abstract concepts by exploration in math, people, objects, events, and ideas. literacy, geography, social studies, , practical life, sensorial exploration, art, music, and Scholar College students will go on to complete physical education. Children’s House students are Grades 1-5 at FMA, and may not participate in enrolled at Tobin Montessori through fifth grade the Kindergarten lottery. The school embraces and may not participate in the Kindergarten Lottery. diversity and celebrates the international roots of our students and families. Children are Learn more about Tobin Montessori School introduced to Spanish world language study on page 26. starting in preschool. As students get older, families can elect to go on an all-school trip and experience international travel destinations that have included Spain, Morocco & India.

Learn more about Fletcher Maynard Academy on page 19. Limited seats are available in these programs. Please apply during the 3-Year-Old Lottery, which takes place annually in October.

11 cambridge public schools Elementary Schools

Elementary Schools

schools at a glance | 2020 - 21 12 schools at a glance | 2018 – 19 12 DISTINCTIVE FEATURES OF ELEMENTARY

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Montessori Extended Learning Day Kodaly Music (JK-2 or JK-5) Sheltered English Immersion Project-Based Learning STEAM / Maker Model 7:45 8:25 8:55 Two-Way Immersion World Language

Amigos School

Baldwin School

Cambridgeport School

Fletcher Maynard Academy

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. School

Graham & Parks School

Haggerty School

Kennedy-Longfellow School

King Open School

Morse School

Peabody School

Tobin Montessori School

Every Elementary School offers:

• CitySprouts Garden • Educational field trips and assemblies • Responsive Classroom • Alignment to the Massachusetts • DHSP “Community Schools” Curriculum Standards enrichment classes • Local partnerships that offer enrichment • Farm-to-Cafeteria, nutritious, multicultural school meals

13 cambridge public schools LANGUAGE STUDY IN CAMBRIDGE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Options for Learning a World Language Classes New Language American Cambridge Rindge & Latin School (CRLS), Sign Language High School Extension Program (HSEP) Language study provides an opportunity Arabic CRLS to explore what it means to live in a global community. There are two models for language French Cambridge Street Upper School (CSUS) study in Cambridge Public Schools: Putnam Avenue Upper School (PAUS) Rindge Avenue Upper Campus (RAUC) • World Language classes teach Vassal Lane Upper School (VLUS) language fundamentals while building CRLS appreciation for another culture. All students are required to study a World Latin CRLS Language starting in 6th Grade. In Chinese Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. School addition, several of our elementary PAUS schools offer world language classes. CRLS

• Two-Way Immersion offers a more Spanish Fletcher Maynard Academy intensive approach. All teaching takes Morse School place in two languages. Students learn Peabody School reading, writing, math, science, and CSUS, PAUS, RAUC & VLUS social studies in both of the languages. CRLS & HSEP Immersion is the most effective way to learn a language, second only to living in another country. Two-Way Immersion Opportunities There are many benefits to language study, including boosting critical thinking flexibility, Chinese & English Chinese Immersion Program memory & problem-solving skills. Language at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. School programs also build cultural pride, as students & Putnam Avenue Upper School who speak the language see their culture Portuguese & English Olà Program at King Open School represented in the classroom. Finally, & Cambridge Street Upper School and employers especially seek out applicants Spanish & English Amigos School / Escuela Amigos who can speak more than one language. & Honors Program at CRLS

schools at a glance | 2020 - 21 14 AMIGOS SCHOOL Grades JK – 8

More Information la escuela amigos está dedicada a una sólida tradición de excelencia en la educación bilingüe Amigos School 15 Upton Street, 02139 del inglés y el español. 617.349.6567 https://amigos.cpsd.us The Amigos School is committed to a Located in the Cambridgeport strong tradition of excellence in a dual neighborhood, Amigos is a Sarah B. Marrero Principal language education of English comprehensive Junior K – 8 school. and Spanish. Two-way immersion Marco Curnen holds great promise for developing Amigos welcomes students from Assistant Principal high levels of academic achievement, diverse neighborhoods and cultural Lillian Rater bilingualism, and cultural backgrounds. Latinx Heritage Family Liaison competencies among students. Celebration is an annual highlight 617.349.6315 of the school year, bringing families, [email protected] Two-way immersion education teachers and students together for food and music performances. Hours: 8:55am – 2:55pm contributes to long-term preparation Early Drop-off: 7:30am of students for the global economy. Amigos Bringing culturally diverse students Through school-community together in situations in which each collaborations, Amigos strives to has equal status spurs motivation provide quality out-of-school-time Cambridge Rindge & Latin and promotes cohesion, community programs that foster linguistic and building, and cooperation. cultural connections.

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15 cambridge public schools BALDWIN SCHOOL Elementary

More Information baldwin’s vision drives our work with students Schools Baldwin School every day. we believe in joy, belonging, challenge 85 Oxford Street, 02138 and growth for every baldwin student, every day. 617.349.6525 https://baldwin.cpsd.us Baldwin lives by its core values of: technology and creative expression Joy, Growth, Effort, Care, and to learn and explore. Our school Heidi Cook Principal Community. This supports every student enjoys strong relationships with the in taking risks, learning, and reaching Harvard Museum of Natural History John Roderick his or her full potential; while building and the Harvard Art Museums. These Assistant Principal community, individual responsibility, partnerships form the basis of integrated Susan Tiersch and self-confidence. interdisciplinary projects that take Family Liaison student learning out of the classroom 617.349.6525 x105 Every class starts the day with Morning and into the community. [email protected] Meeting, which sets the foundation Beginning in Grade 2 our students have Hours: 8:55am – 2:55pm for a positive environment where ownership of learning and personal the opportunity to go on overnight Baldwin responsibility are the focus. Student- camping trips to Cape Cod and New Peabody directed All-School Meetings support Hampshire. These overnight experiential the ideal that children are responsible education camping trips are a tradition at Rindge Avenue for building our school culture. the Baldwin School. We offer our students Upper School free before and after school programs Technology and expanded arts including basketball, French, STEM club, instruction are integrated into teaching and sewing. and learning at Baldwin, so that students can become experts in using

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schools at a glance | 2020 - 21 16 CAMBRIDGEPORT

More Information at cambridgeport, we believe that learning unfolds

Cambridgeport School when we provide conditions in which children can 89 Elm Street, 02139 explore, inquire, and shape their own understandings. 617.349.6587 https://cambridgeport.cpsd.us Cambridgeport teachers and families that has a specific purpose and an authentic Genteen Lacet Jean-Michel work as a community toward assuring audience. Examples might include Principal success for every child. The school exploring the life cycle and importance values the culture and beliefs that of butterflies or the role of fables within Audrey Sturgis Assistant Principal each child brings to the classroom, a culture or society. and teachers believe that children Kristen Emack must engage with their world in order The structure of looped classrooms Family Liaison to make sense of it and build their supports the Cambridgeport philosophy. 617.349.6587 x111 [email protected] knowledge. Each student is expected Beginning in 1st grade, teachers stay with to take responsibility for his/her own their class through the end of 2nd Grade. Hours: 8:25am – 2:25pm learning, while collaborating, Students have a new teacher for 3rd and

Cambridgeport supporting, and respecting others. 4th grade, and spend one year with their 5th grade teacher. The strong bonds that Fletcher Maynard Teachers provide learning experiences form between teacher and students that guide and capture our support a deeper level of understanding, King Open student’s interests while at the same learning, and engagement. time helping them to develop literacy Cambridge Street and math skills, think critically, Upper School problem solve, and engage in rich scientific and historical inquiry. Learning expeditions allow students to investigate a topic and produce work

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17 cambridge public schools DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. Elementary

More Information the dr. martin luther king, jr. school is an Schools

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. School innovative public school where every student 102 Putnam Avenue, 02139 learns mandarin chinese. 617.349.6562, https://mlk.cpsd.us The King School provides two Gerald Yung, Principal enrichment and more time on core options for pursuing Chinese subject areas. Carmen Cohen language study. Students may pursue School Operations Manager a sequential two-way immersion The extended day offers teachers the option focused on the development Marguerite Hicks-Gyewu flexibility to set the pace and intensity Family Liaison, 617.349.6454 of biliteracy in both English and of learning based on student needs [email protected] Mandarin Chinese. Or, students may and interests. This time also enables choose to balance daily Chinese lessons us to offer enhanced enrichment that Hours: with other core content. For Grades captures students’ curiosity. 7:55am – 3:55pm | M, Tu, Th, F 7:55am – 1:55pm | W JK – 2, classrooms follow two learning strands, which merge together for The King School recently moved Kennedy-Longfellow English and Chinese instruction for into a brand-new, state-of-the-art Grades 3 – 5. and environmentally sustainable Martin Luther King new school building located at We believe our programs prepare, 100 Putnam Avenue. Housed Morse enrich, and challenge our students for alongside Putnam Avenue Upper success as global citizens and scholars. School, our students benefit from Putnam Avenue Thanks to a grant from the state of this wonderful new facility for their Upper School Massachusetts, students benefit from entire K – 8 experience. an expanded learning day, which provides opportunities for increased

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schools at a glance | 2020 - 21 18 FLETCHER MAYNARD ACADEMY

More Information fletcher maynard academy is committed to building and Fletcher Maynard Academy nurturing a community of caring citizens who are life 225 Windsor Street, 02139 long learners 617.349.6588 . https://fma.cpsd.us Fletcher Maynard is a welcoming This performance-based music education Maisha Rounds community with a global perspective. system brings music to life through Principal We celebrate the diversity of our students multicultural folk songs, dances, singing [email protected] and families through our weekly whole games, art, jazz, and classical music. Each school community meetings, multiple year, the community works together to Deborah Hood-Brown Assistant Principal cultural events, and our International raise funds so that every student can [email protected] Dinner of Thanks held each November. travel abroad with the school if they The diversity of our students’ learning choose to participate. Past trips included Daniel Skeritt needs is also embraced with a tiered , Mexico, Costa Rica, China, , Family Outreach and Engagement Liaison system of supports for both academic Senegal, Puerto Rico, Portugal, Morocco, Office: 617.349.6589 and social learning. and India. Mobile: 857.270.3351 [email protected] Fletcher Maynard’s extended learning Hours: time provides increased opportunity 7:45am – 3:45pm | M, Tu, Th, F for academic engagement and special 7:45am – 2pm | W enrichment programs. All of our students study Spanish and take Kodaly music classes four days per week. Cambridgeport

Fletcher Maynard

King Open

Cambridge Street Upper School fma.cpsd.us

19 cambridge public schools FLETCHER MAYNARD ACADEMY GRAHAM AND PARKS SCHOOL

More Information Elementary at graham and parks , you’ll find Schools Graham and Parks School a multicultural learning community built upon a 44 Linnaean Street, 02138 profound respect for every student and every family 617.349.6577 . https://grahamandparks.cpsd.us From our founding, we’ve provided a Our school prides itself on our Tony Byers child-centered, project-based approach international diversity; our families Principal that imparts necessary academic skills speak over 30 different languages. Our Claudie Jean-Baptiste while nurturing the curiosity and school is home to a Sheltered English Assistant Principal intellectual excitement that drives all Immersion program, which serves [email protected] worthwhile learning. students whose primary language is

Lauren Morse other than English. Family Liaison Students conduct hands-on research, 617.349.6577 x115 investigation, fieldwork, and At Graham & Parks, teachers view parents [email protected] interviews. By collaborating with their as colleagues. Our community values Mildrid Gédéon peers to apply academic skills to differences of opinion and perspective Sheltered English Immersion real-world problems, they build so that our school can meet the needs of (SEI)Family Liaison connections between different subjects all families. We believe in educating the 617.349.6577 x120 and between one another. Learning whole child. For this reason, the social [email protected] culminates with final projects that are curriculum is as much of a priority as Hours: 8:25am – 2:25pm shared with the larger community. academic content and skills.

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Haggerty

Tobin Montessori

Vassal Lane Upper School grahamandparks.cpsd.us

schools at a glance | 2020 - 21 20 HAGGERTY SCHOOL

More Information the haggerty school offers a multi-cultural learning environment where students learn through mutual Haggerty School 110 Cushing Street, 02138 respect and cooperation. 617.349.6555 https://haggerty.cpsd.us Our school motto, “Everyone is Our goal is to foster the of learning, Different, Everyone Belongs” reflects our scientific discovery, artistic expression Nancy Campbell commitment to diversity and inclusion. and justice-seeking among our students. Principal We believe that all students can achieve at The arts, , and technology are Sue Mapel high levels and seek to address educational integrated into collaborative projects, and Assistant Principal inequity through conversations about the we offer Kodály-inspired, frequent music impact of racism, implicit bias, and white classes for our youngest learners. Lissa Galluccio Family Liaison privilege in education. We welcome you 617.349.6555 x208 to join us in this crucial endeavor for the Our non-profit Friends of Haggerty creates [email protected] success of all students. many special opportunities to learn as a community. Highlights include Race Hours: 7:55am – 1:55pm All staff work to make sure that all Matters, our annual Peace Day Concert, Graham & Parks students feel a sense of belonging and see International Potluck, Family Folk Dance themselves represented in our curriculum, Night, Arts and Talent Show, and Haggerty classrooms, and school culture. We believe STEAM Night. that student work is the most important Tobin Montessori data that drives instruction and improves outcomes for students. Vassal Lane Upper School

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21 cambridge public schools HAGGERTY SCHOOL KENNEDY-LONGFELLOW Elementary

More Information kennedy-longfellow school provides students with Schools hands-on projects and field experiences that expand Kennedy-Longfellow School 158 Spring Street, 02141 learning and promote awareness of each individual’s 617.349.6841 role in a global community. https://klo.cpsd.us equipment. Kennedy Community Christine Gerber At Kennedy-Longfellow, the medium Principal of technology transforms learning School also offers after-school classes on a daily basis. Our students aren’t such as Scratch programming and Phanenca Babio “Mad Science.” Assistant Principal consumers of information, they are “Makers” who actively engage in Nancy Wyse imagining, building, and creating. Combined with our research-based Family Liaison social-emotional curriculum, our 617.349.4865 approach promotes creativity, flexible [email protected] All K – 5 students have access to their own classroom-based iPad, thinking, and leadership skills. Mildrid Gédéon loaded with grade-level apps—as well Student generated service projects Sheltered English Immersion as laptops and a huge array of tools are just one example of the way that (SEI)Family Liaison Maker philosophy has empowered our 617.349.6577 x120 that are available in our MakerSpace. [email protected] Teachers collaborate with fine arts and students to express themselves and technology specialists to create project- take ownership of the learning process. Hours: 7:55am – 1:55pm based curricula utilizing SmartBoards, Kennedy-Longfellow digital cameras, Green Screen technology, programming tools and Martin Luther King games, digital printers, and Morse

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schools at a glance | 2020 - 21 22 HAGGERTYKING OPEN SCHOOL SCHOOL

More Information king open school is dedicated to dr. martin luther king, jr.’s dream of equal opportunity for all children King Open School . 850 Cambridge Street 02141 Our inclusive learning community King Open is home to the Olá 617.349.6540 https://kingopen.cpsd.us supports academic achievement and English-Portuguese two-way immersion equity through culturally responsive program. Olá students develop academic Darrell Williams learning experiences exploring excellence through proficiency in reading, Principal in-depth themes and projects. Our writing, and speaking in both languages. Waleska Landing Rivera students pursue themes such as the Portuguese study continues through 8th Assistant Principal U.S. Constitution, the Charles River, grade at Cambridge Street Upper School. Resistance to Slavery, and Immigration. Neusa DaCosta Students read nonfiction, historical King Open Extended Day (KOED) is Family Liaison 857.235.2961 fiction and primary sources; and our unique afterschool program, made [email protected] create projects such as map-making, possible through collaboration with the playwriting, and mock citizenship tests. Department of Human Services. Extended Hours: 8:55am – 2:55pm Day creates explicit links between Our students extend their learning in-school and out-of-school learning through curriculum-driven field trips. experience. Academic supports are offered Recent examples include attending a within a more holistic focus on children’s Cambridgeport Mock Boston Massacre Trial at Faneuil social and emotional development. Fletcher Maynard Hall, traveling to Plimouth Plantation, exploring the battlefields of Lexington King Open and Concord, and taking hikes along the Charles River. Cambridge Street Upper School

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23 cambridge public schools HAGGERTYKING OPEN SCHOOL SCHOOL MORSE SCHOOL Elementary

More Information we are one heart, we are one hand, we are the children and Schools people of many different lands. we’re a neighborhood filled Morse School 40 Granite Street, 02139 with hope and pride, a belief in walking side by side. 617.349.6575 - the morse school song https://morse.cpsd.us At the Morse School, we work in Our expanded visual and performing Dr. Chad Leith partnership with our parents and arts offerings include Kodaly Music Principal caregivers to provide a safe, nurturing and Art Studio Drawing Labs. 4th and 5th Samantha Headley and stimulating learning environment. graders also learn Spanish. Morse students Assistant Principal Our aim is to provide all children with regularly enjoy outdoor learning in our large a sense of belonging and access to school garden. Denise Sullivan the academic, social, and emotional Family Liaison 617.349. 6679 resources they need to attain their full We nurture not only our children’s [email protected] potential and to become successful, intellectual curiosity and artistic skills, independent, and culturally-proficient but also their healthy social and emotional Hours: 8:25am – 2:25pm members of our community and our growth. We view positive engagement world. Kennedy-Longfellow and respectful behavior as skills that can be taught. Through our Positive Behavior Martin Luther King We are proud to serve families from Intervention and Support program (PBIS) every Cambridge neighborhood and and Responsive Classroom approach, we help Morse from nearly 30 different countries. our students develop a respect for self and Our proximity to the Charles River, others, a sense of civic responsibility, and an Putnam Avenue to local , and to Boston’s appreciation for people with diverse origins, Upper School cultural and historical landmarks identities, beliefs, and learning styles. allows our teachers to enhance learning through partnerships and field trips.

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More Information the peabody school is an inclusive community connected by a passion for the pursuit of academic excellence and Peabody School 70 Rindge Avenue, 02140 a commitment to the arts. 617.349.6530 https://peabody.cpsd.us Community is an important value at Peabody has been recognized by Boston the Peabody School. In addition to Magazine on their list of the 100 best Jennifer Ford daily morning meeting, our monthly public elementary schools in Eastern Principal “All School Share” provides a vehicle Massachusetts. Learning continues Catherine Serrano for each grade level to come together beyond the school day through School Operations Manager and share what’s happening in each extracurricular opportunities such classroom. Our weekly newsletter, as BOKS - Build Our Kids Success, Nicole Sullivan Family Liaison The Peabody Planet, is an important curriculum-linked learning clubs, 617.349.6530 x1141 communication point for our families. Big Brothers/Big Sisters, and [email protected] our National Geographic club with a We are especially proud of our music nationwide Bee at the end of each year. Hours: 8:55am – 2:55pm programs at Peabody. Our school was Baldwin the first in CPS to implement a Kodaly Peabody families are vital to our school

Peabody music program, and we embrace the community. Our active Friends of Kodaly philosophy that,“Music is for Peabody organization sponsors everyone.” In addition to extra music enrichment events such as author Rindge Avenue Upper School classes during the week, students who visits, anti-bullying presentations, especially love music are also welcome and educational trips. to join our before-school music group,

The Early Bird Singers.

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25 cambridge public schools PEABODY SCHOOL TOBIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Elementary

More Information tobin montessori school is a tight knit community of Schools learners devoted to integrating the best practices Tobin Montessori School , 197 Vassal Lane, 02138 of montessori philosophy and public education. 617.349.6600 https://tobin.cpsd.us In 2015, Tobin achieved Students at Tobin are engaged in a rich accreditation by the American Montessori curriculum that Jaime Frost Montessori Society (AMS), making is fully aligned to the Common Core Principal us the first AMS-accredited public standards. Our highly collaborative Joseph Huber school in the United States! Our school provides an environment where Assistant Principal teachers hold Massachusetts licenses diversity is respected and celebrated. as well as Montessori Certification. Children not only learn how to be Zakkiyya Witherspoon Family Liaison independent learners, but they also 617.349.6600 x153 The Montessori method is based gain the skills necessary for working [email protected] upon Dr. Maria Montessori’s collaboratively inside our classrooms observation of children’s ability and beyond the walls of our school. Hours: 7:55am – 1:55pm to absorb knowledge from their Graham & Parks surroundings, and their tireless Although there may be some seats interest in manipulating materials. available for older children, the typical age Haggerty Her belief was that children possess of entry for Tobin Montessori is three years

Tobin Montessori the intrinsic motivation and ability old. Our Montessori classrooms are divided to teach themselves. into three learning communities: Children’s House (ages 3 – 6) Vassal Lane Lower Elementary (ages 6 – 9) Upper School and Upper Elementary (ages 9 – 11)

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27 cambridge public schools Schools About Our Upper Schools Upper

CPS Upper School Program reflects a thoughtful In addition to the core curriculum, students have balance between providing students with greater the opportunity to make choices in their study freedom and choice as they enter early , while of world language, visual and performing arts, preserving the closeness and community that is so vital electives, and more. at this stage in their development. With approximately 88-100 students per grade level, these four Upper Schools Students enjoy out-of-school time options including clubs, and Amigos Upper School program are united by a shared citywide arts and intramurals, and access to community- curriculum and structure that facilitates consistent academic based resources, facilitated by a shared daily schedule, excellence and equity for all students. 8:55am to 2:55pm.

The Upper School curriculum was designed by administrators and expert teachers from within CPS, bringing together the best that each of our elementary schools can offer. Rigorous academic expectations are enriched by fine arts, humanities, environmental, health and wellness, and social justice themes.

schools at a glance | 2020 - 21 28 Upper School Network Amigos Cambridge Street Putnam Avenue Rindge Avenue

SCHOOL SENDING SCHOOLS FAMILY LIAISON ADMINISTRATION

amigos school Amigos School Lilian Rater 15 Upton Street ■ Cambridge, MA 02139 [email protected] 617.349.6567 Website: https://amigos.cpsd.us

cambridge street upper school Cambridgeport School Will Adams 840 Cambridge Street ■ Cambridge MA 02141 [email protected] 617.349.3050 Fletcher Maynard Academy Website: https://cambridgestreet.cpsd.us King Open School

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Kunjal Shah putnam avenue upper school School [email protected] 100 Putnam Avenue ■ Cambridge, MA 02139 617.349.7780 Kennedy-Longfellow School Website: https://putnamavenue.cpsd.us Morse School

Baldwin School Julia Ho rindge avenue upper school [email protected] 70 Rindge Avenue ■ Cambridge, MA 02140 Peabody School 617.349.4060 Website: https://rindgeavenue.cpsd.us

Graham & Parks School Obi Carrion vassal lane upper school [email protected] Haggerty School 197 Vassal Lane ■ Cambridge, MA 02138 617.349.6550 Tobin Montessori School Website: https://vassallane.cpsd.us

29 cambridge public schools Upper School Network Overview The Upper School Program offers students in grades 6 – 8: Rindge Avenue Vassal Lane • A challenging math curriculum that engages students in math- SCHOOL SENDING SCHOOLS FAMILY LIAISON ADMINISTRATION ematically rich investigation.

• Social Science exploration Principal anchored in programs such Sarah B. Marrero as History Alive! and Facing History and Ourselves. Assistant Principal Marco Curnen • English Language Arts classes that encourage students to understand themselves as readers and writers through the exploration of genres and writing for outside audiences Head of Upper School such as literary contests, Manuel J. Fernandez journals, and websites.

Assistant Principal • A choice of language: Christen Sohn French or Spanish at all Upper Schools, plus Portuguese at CSUS and Chinese at PAUS.

• Introductory visual and Head of Upper School performing arts for all, Mirko Chardin and advanced electives in technical theater, band, Assistant Principal orchestra, chorus, and drama. Pamela Chu-Sheriff • An interactive science curriculum supported by field Schools experiences at Harvard, MIT, Upper and area technology firms.

• Robust technology for Head of Upper School learning, including Julie Craven Eno-boards, Chromebooks, and ThinkPads. Assistant Principal Teresa Sanchez • Enriching afterschool programs such as school plays, intramural sports, city-wide music and theater groups, Debate Team, and Model Head of Upper School United Nations. Daniel Coplon-Newfield

Assistant Principal Tanya Bacci-Benzan

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31 cambridge public schools CAMBRIDGE RINDGE & LATIN

In addition, the Block Schedule provides more time to think and engage in active learning, and students appreciate having fewer classes to prepare for each night, with fewer books and materials to manage.

Whatever a student’s interests or priorities, the CRLS Course Catalogue contains an engaging Cambridge Rindge and Latin array of learning opportunities. School (CRLS) is among the The curriculum proceeds through Our Mission most diverse high schools in core requirements into many Massachusetts, with 83 different exciting and diverse options. The Cambridge Rindge and countries represented within Just a sampling of available course Latin School is an inclusive its halls. Within this vibrant offerings includes: learning community that community, students experience Science, Literature in Religion, challenges and supports all a challenging, rigorous, Statistics & Society, African students. Through academic, social and civic engagement, and supportive educational American History, Leadership our students are preparing to environment. & Community Action, Sociology, contribute to a just society. Digital Film & TV Production, The high school is divided into Robotics, African Literature, CRLS has three core values four learning communities of Oceanography, Brain & Behavior, that underlie our beliefs about about 450 students each: C, R, Modern Dance Company, and learning: Opportunity, L, and S. Students remain in the Playwriting. Diversity, and Respect. same Learning Community of the course of their high school Due to the Block Schedule, students More Information experience, which allows them may choose to pursue up to six to get to know their Learning sequential courses in Spanish or Cambridge Rindge Community Deans, Guidance French. CRLS offers a four-course & Latin School 459 Broadway, 02138 Counselors, Social Worker, sequence in Arabic and Mandarin 617.349.6630 School Psychologist, and Clerk. Chinese, a three course sequence in https://crls.cpsd.us Latin, and American Sign Language For most students, the Learning 1 and 2. Damon Smith Community serves as a smaller Principal academic home where they Embedded within CRLS are our can find information, seek career and technical education Robert Tynes encouragement, and receive program, the Rindge School of Assistant Principal support. Technical Arts; and our smaller non-traditional high school option, Greta Hardina Family Liaison One way that academic rigor is the High School Extension Program, [email protected] supported at CRLS is through which is located a few blocks away, the school’s 4x4 Block Schedule, at 359 Broadway. Hours: 8:05am – 2:30pm School which consists of four 84-minute High periods per day. The Block Schedule allows for unique scheduling opportunities, such as “doubling up” to take two classes during the same year that would Opportunity, be offered over consecutive years Diversity, in other school districts. and Respect

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SPORTS TEAMS & ATHLETICS AND MORE... Many CRLS sports teams are highly competitive at the local and state level. The diverse array of options Academics: Math Club, Student Government, invite students to participate, whether they have profes- French Club, History Club, Latin Club, National Honor sional aspirations or are just curious to try something Society, and Spanish Club. new. Current teams: Basketball, Baseball / Softball, Affinity Groups: Asian Club, Black Student Cross Country, Fencing, Football / Cheerleading, Golf, Union, Club 1 - Feminists, The Habashan Club (formerly Gymnastics, Lacrosse, Learn to Row, Orienteering, Ice Ethiopian Club), Haitian Club, Henna Club, Jewish Hockey, Rugby, Soccer, Swimming/Diving, Track, Heritage Club, Latino Club, Muslim Culture Club, and Volleyball, and Wrestling. Project 10 East (Gay-Straight Alliance).

VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS For Writers: Register Forum (award-winning CRLS is known for our outstanding visual and student newspaper), student Literary Magazine, performing arts programs. During any given week, Poetry Club, Yearbook, and Scholastic Writing Awards. students can be found rehearsing, performing and Government & Politics: International and creating modern dance, jazz band, step team, Sustainable Development Club, Junior State of America, photography, video, ceramics, orchestra, a capella, Model United Nations, Massachusetts High School improv, play-writing, and musical theater--just to Democrats Organization, Speech & Debate Team, and name a few. Issues in Education Club.

ENGINEERING, SCIENCE & Volunteering & Service: Habitat for ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION Humanity, UNICEF, Sisters on the Runway, Club 4, Students exercise their ingenuity through a range of Peer Mentors, and Falcon Friends. competitions and clubs that focus on solving problems through engineering and sciences. Over 100 students Just for Fun: Dungeons & Dragons, Henna Club, participate annually in the city-sponsored Glocal Chal- Hip Hop Culture Club, and K-Pop Club (Korean Pop). lenge--proposing actionable solutions to local and global environmental challenges. The team with the winning idea is invited to an international the Global Student Leaders Summit. Other options: Underwater Robotics, A Sampling of Colleges and Universities Ocean Science Bowl Team, Aerospace Engineering, Welcoming CRLS Graduates in 2020: Environmental Action, , Girls Who Code, FIRST Robotics Competition, and Bard College Spelman College Biotechnology Club. Bentley University Colby College Temple University Dean College Tufts University Emmanuel College UCLA Hampton University University of Chicago Harvard University University of Massachusetts Lesley University University of Michigan Loyola University University of Rhode Island MIT University of Vermont Middlebury College Vassar College Oberlin College Wesleyan University Pace University Wheaton College Rice University Williams College Smith College Yale University

33 cambridge public schools RINDGE SCHOOL OF TECHNICAL ARTS Dr. Michael V. Ananis, Executive Director 459 Broadway, 02138 ■ 617.349.7782 ■ https://rsta.cpsd.us

Our biotechnology laboratory features state-of-the-art equipment used for college-level projects such as split- ting genome cells. A recent $100,000 grant from the Mass Life Science Center was used to upgrade computer equipment, fund an in-house mammalian cell culture facility, and expand the program’s technical capability to include high performance liquid chromatography.

RSTA offers 12 Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs of study: Automotive Technology, Biotechnology, , Computer Science, Creative Design, Culinary Arts & Hospitality, Early Education and Care, Engineering, Health Assisting, Information The Rindge School of Technical Arts offers career and Technology, Media Technology, and Print & Production. technical education to Cambridge Rindge and Latin RSTA also offers courses in Business Education School students. With state-of-the-art equipment and and Bank Operations. Our popular Freshman Technical highly trained staff, RSTA prepares students for post- Arts Exploratory exposes CRLS 9th graders to a variety and careers in some of the fastest of careers as they begin to think about their future growing professions in the world today. educational and career goals.

In recent years, RSTA students have garnered numerous awards in areas including engineering, automotive technology, and information technology. Our college admissions rate exceeds the rate for CRLS as a whole, and recent RSTA majors have gone on to colleges including Boston College, Boston University, and MIT, among others.

The City of Cambridge and its surrounding communities are rich in technology, and we have designed our

programs to reflect our commitment to prepare young School High people for experience at post- secondary institutions or to enter the workplace upon Our Vision graduation. For instance, RSTA’s Media Arts Studio The Rindge School of Technical Arts aims to features the same state-of-the-art equipment found at provide the best technical education for high CNN and ESPN studios, including a three-camera school students in the Commonwealth of production studio and control room, master control room Massachusetts. In a high-tech environment, we for transmission of three community cable channels, an editing lab, and field production equipment. will deliver curriculum that connects knowledge development with its application in the workplace.

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HSEP has introduced a College and Career Center with a focus on goal- setting, post-secondary planning and a comprehensive internship program. It will also feature integrated social- emotional learning in all classrooms in an effort to provide students with strategies in executive functioning, coping with stress, and time management.

The High School Extension Program Rooted in the core values of Our Mission (HSEP) provides a rigorous academic dynamic thinking, self-awareness, The High School Extension program for 60 – 100 high school professionalism, goal-setting and Program provides students students who have had difficulty being a positive community member, with compelling learning achieving academic success in a more HSEP is dedicated to advancing experiences to enhance their traditional setting. Modeled on other student achievement and developing curiosity, creativity, critical thinking and social-emotional successful nontraditional high school habits of mind that lead to critical skills in a personalized learning programs, HSEP’s rigorous academic thinking and analytical skills needed environment. program incorporates skills-based to be competitive in the 21st century. learning in 9th and 10th grade and Students in the 9th and 10th grades authentic project-based learning in follow the same core courses as CRLS Our Vision (English, History, Math, Science, 11th and 12th grade. Students are The High School Extension regularly given the opportunity to World Language, Health, Physical Program, our community and collaborate on real-world problems Education, Art), while students in stakeholders, believe that, in facing their community and use 11th and 12th grade participate in order to be prepared for college and career, all graduates will be: interdisciplinary projects designed to research and collaboration to solve these issues. Students regularly meet the core requirements needed 1. Self-Aware participate in community service for graduation. 2. Professional opportunities and during their 3. Dynamic Thinkers 4. Future-Focused Many of our students participate junior year are expected to plan two 5. Community Members community service experiences. in CRLS’s afterschool and club activities. We also provide the opportunity of college dual More Information enrollment to our seniors. The goals High School Extension Program of HSEP include our students earning 359 Broadway, 02139 their CRLS high school diploma, https://crls.cpsd.us/academics/hsep graduating from a four-year college 617.349.6880 or trade school and becoming Ryan Souliotis successful in their careers and change Principal agents in their communities. Our students’ special circumstances may Hours: 8am – 2:20pm present challenges, but they possess the commitment and potential to graduate and reach their academic, professional and personal goals. Ultimately, the graduates of HSEP will be able to successfully contribute to an ever changing, diverse global society.

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The term Family Engagement refers to all the ways that schools can partner with families to support the achievement of their students. CPS seeks to build school-family partnerships that are culturally respectful and inclusive.

Each school has a Family Liaison who is available as a resource to both families and educators. Special district-wide Liaisons serve as points of contact for families/ students with particular needs such as language access, disability issues, and economic inequality.

All students and families are welcome in Cambridge Public Schools.

Contact: Robin Harris, 617.201.7817 Director of Family Engagement

Supporting Schools, Students & Families: Title I

Title I is a federal law that provides additional Homeless Students and Families funding to schools with a poverty rate greater than 40%. Each year, around 250 students in Cambridge Public Schools experience homelessness in its All students at Title I schools benefit from many forms: increased resources including reading and math specialists, summer camps, family nights, and • Not having a permanent home trainings for teachers and families. • Living in a motel, hotel, or camping ground

Title I places a special emphasis on the role of • Living in a car, abandoned building, families in supporting student achievement. or sub-standard housing The monthly Title I calendar contains school- and community-based activities, resources • Living with a relative due to the loss and book lists. of stable housing • Students living on their own as an “unaccompanied youth.” Mary E. Grassi, Title I Coordinator & CPS Homeless Liaison Homelessness can have a significant impact on 617.349.6487, [email protected] learning. Under the McKinney Vento Homeless Education Act, homeless students and families Debbie Bonilla, Title I Liaison have many legal protections including equal access & Homeless Service Outreach Worker to the same free, appropriate public education, 617.349.6492, [email protected] including a preschool education, as provided to other children and youth. Nancy Wyse, Family Liaison at KLO & Homeless Service Outreach Worker Families in transition or worried that they may 617.349.6841, [email protected] become homeless can contact the Homeless Liaison, who can help them understand their rights and access a variety of school- and community-based services and supports.

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June Murray, HA 617.665.3776 Details on school immunization requirements, health forms, and more can be found in the and Families may also contact the school nurse by calling the main number of your child’s school with any question. In addition, please feel free to contact: School Health Clinical Manager Tracy Rose-Tynes, RN 617.665.3807 Immunization Coordinator

TBD Director of JK - 12 English Learner Programs 617.349.6468 Claudia Cossio ELL Department Clerk 617.349.6468 Rejane Castro Teacher in Charge of K–8 ESL Programs 617.349.6468

Hearing and vision screenings Medical referrals and other resources Medication administration Health counseling & education Immunization reviews Care and safety planning for children with Emergency care, triage, and first aid chronic illness or serious allergies

• • • • • • • School health services are provided through a of services and supports to students, including: The School Health Program provides an array collaborative agreement with the Cambridge Public Health Department. Staff include registered nurses, nutritionists, vision and hearing professionals, and health assistants. School Nurses & School Health Services

English Learner Parent Advisory Council (EL-PAC) offers support and information to Cambridge families offers support and information Parent Advisory Council (EL-PAC) English Learner For More information: English Language Learners who opt out of SEI will be provided with English as a Second Language (ESL) be provided with English as a Learners who opt out of SEI will English Language their school day. services as part of class sizes and teachers with highly specialized training. The goal of the SEI program is to prepare The goal of the SEI program with highly specialized training. class sizes and teachers school. in their chosen mainstream students for success EL-PAC offers support groups, and Bilingual Students. Cambridge of English Learner Cambridge welcomes families from all over the world and our public schools offer our students offer our students our public schools the world and from all over welcomes families Cambridge English Language Learner (ELL) Programs (ELL) Learner Language English Students recommended for the Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) program will benefit from smaller will benefit (SEI) program English Immersion for the Sheltered recommended Students several options for developing English language fluency and literacy. Screening and testing during and testing and literacy. Screening fluency English language for developing several options of our ELL programs. benefit from one students would helps to identify process the registration workshops such as civil rights for English Learners and strategies for supporting students learning English. and strategies for supporting as civil rights for English Learners workshops such and practices. For on English Learner education policy advises the School Committee The EL- PAC also the ELL Office at 617.349.6468. more information, please contact José Rivera Spanish-Speaking Family Liaison 617.999.8472 Aboma Dirbaba Amharic Family Liaison Jardine Jerome Haitian Family Liaison 617.201.6039 or 617.349.6551 Mildrid Gédéon SEI Family Liaison 617.592.9215 857.331.1199 Office of Student Services https://www.cpsd.us/administration/office_of_student_services

The Office of Student Services (OSS) provides These options include a general education setting, comprehensive services to students identified with a substantially separate classroom, out-of-district schools, disability who need specialized instruction to access and or hospital settings. participate in the general education curriculum. These services may include academic support provided by a OSS also monitors the design and implementation of teacher, consultant teacher service, 504 Education Plans. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation or services provided by a related service provider in the Act of 1973 is a federal law that requires the provision of area of speech, counseling, occupational therapy, or reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities physical therapy. to access a free, appropriate public education (FAPE) and the opportunities and experiences associated with OSS ensures the student has meaningful access to the it, including after-school activities. general education curriculum through the provision of supports, services, accommodations, and modifications Under the purview of OSS is the identification and as documented in the student’s Individualized Education support of advanced learners. OSS partners with families Program (IEP). OSS provides a continuum of placement and schools to develop specific evidenced-based policies options for the student to receive an appropriate and practices for students across all ages, cultures, and education designed to meet his or her educational needs economic backgrounds in need of advanced learning in the least restrictive environment with their typical opportunities. Our office supports students may already peers. When the nature of the student’s disability is be identified as a high achiever or may have the potential so severe that his or her needs cannot be met with for high achievement but struggle with social, emotional, appropriate aids and services, consideration is given behavioral, or learning differences. to explore the full continuum of placement options.

For More Information:

Dr. Alexis Morgan Dr. Karyn Grace Zuleka Queen-Postell Assistant Superintendent Coordinator of Inclusive Liaison, Special Education 617.349.6500 Education, Curriculum, Parent Advisory Council and Instruction (SEPAC) Jean Spera 617.349.6424 617.493.4402 Special Education Director 617.349.6507 Shelagh Kelly Walker Vera Hoffman Coordinator for Special Start, Cambridge Advanced Desiree Philips Related Services, and Learners Association Coordinator for Upper Schools, School Entry 617.349.6500 High School, and Out of District 617.349.6502 [email protected] 617349.6416

39 cambridge public schools 3 Ways to Pre-Pay Students use their Student ID# to pay for lunch with funds deducted from a school meal account. Options for prepayment include:

Following the COVID-19 pandemic, we strongly 1. encourage families to take advantage of our cashless and convenient online payment system transactions via myschoolbucks.com. This will help us reduce cash transactions and possible virus transmission. Kennedy-Longfellow School 158 Spring Street, 02141 Mail a check to the Food & Nutrition 617.349.6858 ■ Fax: 617.349.6861 2. Services office. Mellissa Honeywood, Director Or fill out and submit a Free and Reduced Anthony Grein, Business Manager Meals application every September or if your 3. income changes.

HIGHLIGHTS If your account becomes over-drawn, a notice Breakfast and lunch are served at all will be sent to you requesting payment. schools. Monthly menus are sent home with all elementary school and upper school students and are also posted online.

Our staff prepare healthy meals for student success. Well-nourished students are better fueled to learn, which provides an academic advantage.

We do much of our cooking from scratch rather than the “heat and serve” model used in many school districts. Each school has its own kitchen where our staff make soups, entrees, and side dishes. In collaboration with PRICES 2020 - 21 the Cambridge Public Health Department, Elementary & Upper Schools High School diverse recipes are introduced via our international flavors tasting program at each Standard Reduced Standard Reduced school – giving students the power to provide feedback on our seasonal menu. Breakfast Free Free Free Free Lunch $2.85 Free $3 Free Fresh food grown on local farms, caught at sea, and harvested in school gardens Milk $.50 $.50 is featured on our menu as often as possible. By sourcing locally, we know that * A free meal is complete with at least 3 food categories the fruits, vegetables, grains, fish, and herbs identified by the USDA (Grains, Fruits, Vegetables, Meat/Meat will be at the peak of freshness. We support Alternative, and Dairy), and one fruit or vegetable selected. local farmers and fishermen, and serve produce from CitySprouts school gardens. ** For food allergies, religious dietary restrictions, and limitations on specific foods, please call the Food & Nutrition Services office. Resources

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Who Can Take the Bus? Bus Route Finder From the transportation website, you can look up • JK-Grade 5 students who must walk one mile whether your child is eligible to take the bus and or more, or must cross Massachusetts Ave. find your closest bus stop: • Grade 6-8 students who must walk 1.5 miles 1. Go to our website and click or more. on Find a Bus Route. • Grade JK - 8 students who must cross Fresh 2. Enter your address, and then click Pond Pkwy, McGrath Hwy, Alewife Brook on your school. Pkwy, or the railroad tracks at Sherman St. 3. You will see a list of bus stops and Students are automatically assigned to buses when a link to view them on a map. they are assigned to their school. There is no cost for You can also look up whether bus transportation CPS transportation and no reservation is required. to an afterschool program is available. Enter the address of the program instead of your home High school students are not eligible for CPS address and follow the steps above. Students who transportation. However, Upper School and High take the school bus to a destination other than School students can request a Student MBTA Card home must complete a Transportation Change

from their school office to obtain a discounted fare. form, available online or at the school. Thanks to support from the City of Cambridge, high schoolers who qualify for free or reduced price meals can ride on the MBTA for free by bringing their CPS Bus Tracker meals status letter to the main office. If your child rides a big yellow bus, you can now track the bus by GPS. You will need your child’s student ID# to set up an account. Learn more at: Tina Fisher, Transportation https://BusTracker.cpsd.us Manager 617.349.6862

• For non-emergency calls, please Late Bus for CPS Afterschool call between 9am - 1pm. Programs • Eastern Bus Company (big bus): Transportation-eligible students can take a “Late 617.628.6868 Bus” if they stay after school for CPS clubs or • SP & R (van or mini bus): activities. All Upper Schools offer a late bus, and 781.224.0003 many elementary schools offer the service, as well. • Chief Operating Officer: The Late Bus follows a standard route that loops 617.349.6420 around the city, stopping at the first address that is 1.5 miles or more from the school. Check with the school for more information.

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September through June. Meetings take September through June. Meetings , schools pm The regular meetings of the School Committee are The regular meetings of the School of the month held on the first and third Tuesday at 6 place at Cambridge Rindge and Latin School, place at Cambridge Rindge and Latin Attles Meeting 459 Broadway, in the Dr. Henrietta the public and are Room. All meetings are open to be viewed online broadcast over Channel 99 and can via the CPS website. E. Beard, For more information, call Dosha Committee, Executive Secretary to the School at 617.349.6620 or email [email protected] to contact the entire School Committee.

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David Weinstein, Alfred B. Fantini, David Weinstein, Alfred B. Fantini,

Manikka L. Bowman (Vice Chair), Rachel Manikka L. Bowman (Vice Chair),

Ayesha Wilson. James P. Maloney Chief Financial Officer: Nicole Gittens, Ed.D. Assistant Superintendent Alexis K. Morgan, Ed.L.D. Chief Operating Officer: Claire Spinner Legal Counsel: Maureen A. MacFarlane Chief Talent Officer Resources: Lisa Richardson Chief Strategy Officer: Lyndsay P. Brown, Ed.L.D. Kenneth N. Salim, Ed.D. Deputy Superintendent of Elementary & Early Education: Michelle Madera, Ed.D. Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Schools: of Student Services: Main Number Superintendent of Schools: of Teaching and Learning: Carolyn L. Turk, Ed.D. Assistant Superintendent Leadership CPS Administrative Street Berkshire 135 at large, and the Cambridge Mayor serves as Chair. at large, and the Cambridge Mayor members are The 2020-22 School Committee (from left, Weinstein, Jose Luis Rojas Villarreal, top row): (from left, bottom row): (Chair), Cambridge School Committee Cambridge oversees school The Cambridge School Committee are elected district policy and budget. Six members LEADERSHIP Looking for activities and resources for you and your children? Use Find It Cambridge to search for childcare, food support, adult education, and more! Visit: www.finditcambridge.org Call or text: 617.686.2998 | Email: [email protected] www.cpsd.us

Cambridge Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the provision of quality educational programs for all students. Cambridge Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, sex, identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy or pregnancy related condition in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. 135 Berkshire Street Cambridge, MA 02141 617.349.6400

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