Family Folk Dance
On
Tuesday, November 19th the Haggerty Community gathered to share in the experience of community folk dancing! Families learned about five folk dances to songs from various countries: Bulgaria, Norway, Israel, South Africa, and right
here in New England. Some dances were with partners and some were in a big circle. Students from each grade brought their families, so we danced with grandparents, parents, and toddlers! Susie Petrov, our 3rd and 4th grade music teacher,
played the accordion and she was accompanied by Stephen Thomforde on the bagpipes. Marcie Van Cleave was the “caller,” meaning she called out and taught the steps to all the dances. We had a wonderful turnout of families
and we are so grateful! Thanks to Friends of Haggerty for supporting this fun community event!
Art Corner
Third through 5th grades continued on their yarn painting projects. Here are a few finished one from Haggerty students.
Younger classes are continuing their abstract cardboard sculptures, where we are emphasizing the art principle of texture. Here is an example by a Kindergarten student.
Coach’s Corner
Thank you to the caregivers who came to our Math Information session on Wednesday morning. It was great to meet you and do math with you! For those who weren’t able to attend, here are the slides I used.
To learn more about our math curriculum and what your children are learning, you can always go to this website to find videos and letters about each unit. (From
that link, scroll down to choose your child’s grade and then click on the current unit.) Right now these are the units each grade is working on:
- Kindergarten: Unit 2 - Numbers 1-10 (After Thanksgiving they will start Unit 3: Flat Shapes all Around Us)
- First Grade: Unit 3 - Adding and Subtracting Within 20
- Second Grade: Unit 3 - Measuring Length
- Third Grade: Unit 3 - Addition and Subtraction Within 1000
- Fourth Grade: Unit 3 - Extending Operations to Fractions
- Fifth Grade: Unit 3 - Multiplying and Dividing Fractions
Mathily Yours,
Nili, AKA Ms. Pearlmutter
Haggerty Math Coach
Library Corner
As November brings a shift in colors and
a refreshing chill to the air, it's a wonderful time to connect with our communities and celebrate the rich tapestry of stories that define our society. This month, we recognize Native American Heritage Month. My Heart Fills with Happiness and We Are Kind by Monique Gray Smith are two remarkable works. This talented author crafts narratives that remind us that, despite the challenges we face, happiness can still be found. Her books inspire us to pause, practice
kindness toward ourselves and others, and cherish the many reasons we have to feel grateful and joyful.
Both books are available at the Haggerty Library and the Cambridge Public Library. Additionally, students can access them for free on SORA by logging in with their school email and password. In celebrating Native American Heritage Month,
let us embrace the wisdom and warmth found in Monique Gray Smith's stories, as they encourage us to cultivate kindness, gratitude, and joy within our communities.
Music Corner
Our November Musician of the Month is
James Brown!
James Brown was born in South Carolina in 1933. Most of his childhood music experience came from learning gospel music in the church. He learned how to play instruments from his neighbors and by ear, including piano, drums, and guitar.
He’s known as the Godfather of Soul and the Hardest Working Man in Show Business because of his busy touring schedule and athletic performance on stage. He’s been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of
Fame, received a Grammy Award for lifetime achievement, and a Kennedy Center honoree.
Listen to our Musician of the Month Spotify playlist at spoti.fi/4dXVbRu.
Save the Date: Upcoming Events
Haggerty Peace Concert (Including the Haggerty Chorus)
Friday, December 13 | 8-9:15AM | Haggerty Gymnasium
Caregiver Coffee
Friday, December 13 | 7:30-8AM | Cafeteria
It’s a beautiful and heart-warming event and all are welcome! Please save the date!
Coming Soon: The Bionic Project is coming back to Haggerty this year!
The Bionic Project spent a day at Haggerty last year and did an interactive workshop with JK through 2nd grade classrooms. This year they are coming back to work with the whole school on December 20th! Please check out the
poster below and look for more information from your classroom newsletter about this exciting upcoming event!
Tech Corner & Library Corner
Lego Robotics Unit for Grades Four and Five
In grades four
and five, we are thrilled to kick off our Lego Robotics Unit, which will last for the next four weeks. This interactive and hands-on experience will allow students to delve into the realms of robotics and coding while collaborating
with their classmates. They will have the chance to work together, create a prototype, apply the engineering process to tackle a problem, code the prototype, enhance and refine their code, and share their work with others. We eagerly
anticipate the creativity and enthusiasm that students will bring to this unit as they uncover the thrilling possibilities of robotics and coding!
Mr. McGonegal (Technology) and Ms. Mency (Library/Media)
Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
Has your child talked to you about Wayfinder? Every classroom in our school does a Wayfinder lesson on Monday afternoon. Wayfinder is a Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Curriculum that focuses on building social skills like empathy, community
building, listening, and emotional regulation. The lessons are interactive and engaging and every staff member in the building is involved. Want to learn more about SEL and the Wayfinder curriculum?
Caregiver Workshop on Social Emotional Learning Curriculum is coming!
Tuesday, December 3 | 5:30-7:30PM | Haggerty Library
Childcare will be available:
Please RSVP to Lissa for pizza and childcare. Hosted by Alice Cohen and Aline Kassabian.
Schedule:
- Pizza | 5:30-6PM
- Workshop | 6-7:30 PM
Resources
Food, Nutrition, & Gardening
- Updates on HIP benefits from the DTA - As of December 1st, 2024, SNAP households will receive a maximum of $20 for HIP benefits, which is a change from the previous HIP benefits adjusting based on household size. Please see the attached
document for this update in multiple languages, as well as this link here with more information.
- November is National Native American Heritage Month! In honor of celebrating this month and the Native American heritage, see the USDA’s Three Sisters Soup recipe, as well as this Vegetable Succotash.
Upcoming Community Events
Harvard Art Museum Family Day
Sunday, November 24 | 1-4PM | Harvard Art Museums
Please
join the Harvard Art Museums for an afternoon of family-friendly activities open to all ages. Explore the museums with scavenger hunts; use your eyes, mind, and imagination to engage deeply with works on view; and play with light,
shadow, and color in our Materials Lab makerspace, inspired by László Moholy-Nagy’s Light Prop for an Electric Stage. Registration is required for the Spotlight Tours of László Moholy-Nagy’s Light Prop for an Electric Stage and Family Art Making Workshops. For all other offerings, no registration is required, and drop-ins are welcome. To sign up for limited-capacity offerings, please visit this page.
CFCC Elementary/Early Education Listen & Learn Meeting
Wednesday, December 4 | 6:30PM | Zoom
Join
us for an opportunity to connect with the Assistant Superintendent of Elementary and Early Education Dr. Michelle Madera. Share feedback, ask questions, and discuss the district's successes and areas for growth.
Join Zoom meeting >>
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Free Winter Sing-along
Thursday, December 12 | 6-7:30PM
Join the New School of Music for a free Winter Sing-Along: an evening of song, community,
and cheer. Pianist and NSM instructor Joe Reid will lead festive tunes to celebrate the upcoming season. It promises to be a feel-good event for all ages! ALL are welcome. Cider and snacks will be served. For more info, please visit
our webpage.
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Empower Your Digital Journey: Free Help From Digital Navigators
Digital Navigators provide one-on-one support to help you access the Internet, set up devices, and use online services effectively. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide in our community.
You can receive a free laptop if: you live in Cambridge, are low-income, and looking for a job or career development classes. You can receive free internet hotspot if: all of the above AND you don’t have internet access at home.
Learn more about the program here.
Ready to get started? Call us today and start your digital journey! When calling in, please be sure to state your name and city you live in.
Call 888.551.2167.
massdigitaljedi.org
Volunteer in Our School Cafeteria
The
City of Cambridge is looking for volunteers to help our students recycle and compost properly after breakfast and lunch.
- No experience is necessary.
- This can be a long- or short-term commitment, but the most help is needed in September.
- Fill out the form here.
Questions? Contact
[email protected] or call 617.349.4836
Snack of the Week
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In Our District and Community
Visit Find It Cambridge for lots of great resources!
You can also call/text 617.686.2998 or email Andrew for help.
See a curated list of programs, events, and resources within our district & community! See list >>
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Upcoming Haggerty Events
Picture Retake Day
Friday, November 22
Early Release Day
Wednesday, November 27
Dismissal is 11:45AM
No School, Thanksgiving Break
Thursday & Friday, November 28 & 29
Social Emotional Learning Caregiver Workshop
Tuesday, December 3 | 6-7:30PM | Library
Pizza from 5:30-6PM.
Haggerty Peace Concert
Friday, December 13 | 8-9:15AM | Gymnasium
Caregiver Coffee
Friday December 13 | 7:30-8AM | Cafeteria
Family Lantern Making
Wednesday, December 18 | 5:30-6:30PM | Art Room
Haggerty School Advisory Council
Friday, December 20 | 7:45-8:15AM | Library & Virtual
Early Release Day
Monday, December 23
Dismissal is 11:45AM
No School for Winter Break
Monday December 24 - Thursday, January 2
School/Students Return
Friday, January 3
Haggerty Caregiver Literacy Workshop (Grade 3 -5 )
Thursday, January 9 | 6:30 – 7:30PM | Zoom
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