Cambridge Public Schools: Message From Superintendent Greer For March 7

Press release from Cambridge Public Schools:

March 7, 2022

Greetings CPS community!

"This time of year, we begin to look forward to warmer weather, fun spring activities at school, and planning for the future. This year in particular, we are also looking forward to transitioning away from pandemic emergency operations to managing COVID-19 as part of everyday lives.

The CPS team is working hard on both fronts. Next week, on Tuesday, March 15, I will report back to the School Committee on the work we are doing with the Health, Safety, and Facilities Working Group to recommend updates to our COVID goals, measures and protocols. On Thursday, at the March 17 School Committee meeting, I will share my proposed budget for next year.

Don’t forget to turn your clocks ahead this Saturday for Daylight Savings Time…brighter days are ahead!

Thank you for your engagement and continued support.

Make it Great!"

Dr. Victoria L. Greer

Superintendent

Each year, the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) publishes district and school report cards, which are designed to demonstrate how a school or district is doing in different areas. The DESE report cards highlight strengths as well as challenges that need to be addressed in order to make sure the needs of all students are being met. See the CPS district wide report card and school-level report cards.

As of March 8, Lisa Richardson no longer serves in this role and we wish her well in her future endeavors. CPS will be launching a search for a new Chief Talent Officer! The Chief Talent Officer leads the Human Resources office, oversees the important work of recruiting highly qualified educators and staff, and supports investments in the professional growth of our dedicated workforce.

Selecting individuals to take on such pivotal roles are some of the most critical decisions I make as Superintendent. I will appoint an acting Chief Talent Officer for the remainder of the school year. Later this month, I will launch a comprehensive and inclusive search and selection process for a permanent Chief Talent Officer that is reflective of our district’s values.

COVID Vaccination Opportunities

MassCUE Honors CRLS’ First Instructional Technology Specialist

CRLS’ Instructional Technology Specialist, Nicole Hart, has been honored by Massachusetts Computer Using Educator (MassCUE) as their March Featured Educator!

In her more than 10 years at CRLS, Nicole has defined the role of the Instructional Technology Specialist, as well as, expanded the reach of technology to support teaching and learning. And as we all know, this became critical in the last few years!

MassCUE highlights some of Nicole's recent work around joy and equity, but it's the last two paragraphs that really capture her commitment to relationships, and the belief that they are foundational for any collaboration and technology integration.

Are you proud of something happening in your school, classroom or program? Share your “Caught Doing Good” story with cps@cpsd.us.

Tuesday, March 8 | 6:30-8PM

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CPS 2021-22 School calendar

Wednesday, March 16 | Early Release Day-JK-8 Only

All Schools and Admin Offices Closed:

2022-23 JK/K Lottery: Closed for the 2022-23 school year; If you are interested in registering your child, visit our registration webpage for more information.

March Lunch Menu: Week 2 (March 7 - March 11)

COVID-19 Testing Consent Forms: Log in to the Family Portal

COVID-19 Testing & Quarantine Protocols

CPS Quarantine Instructional Guidelines for SY2021-22

Read Across America

CPS students and educators celebrated the joy of reading in honor of Read Across America.

This press release was produced by Cambridge Public Schools. The views expressed here are the author’s own.