Paw Prints: 3/16/2025 (16 de marzo de 2025)

March 16, 2025

This issue is bilingual in English and Spanish.

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Upcoming Events/Próximos Eventos

March 19th: School Parent Council Virtual @ 7PM
March 24th: MCAS 6th Grade
March 25th: MCAS 6th Grade
March 26th: MCAS 8th Grade
March 27th: MCAS 8th Grade
March 28th: Silent Auction/Caregivers Social
March 31st: MCAS 7th grade

School News and Updates

Another reminder to families as the Curley goes through the process of hiring a school leader this year, we would like to hear from our community. Please complete this form for the school leader screening committee to use during their process. Thank you. Please fill out the following Google form.//
Recordatorio para las familias: mientras la escuela Curley sigue con el proceso de contratación de un nuevo líder escolar este año, nos gustaría escuchar a nuestra comunidad. Por favor, completen este formulario para que el comité de selección lo utilice en su proceso. ¡Gracias!
🔗 Formulario Google: Enlace al formulario

EVENTS @ THE CURLEY

School Parent Council
Join us for our monthly meeting on Wednesday, March 19th at 7 PM via Zoom. Press zoom link to join: //

Únase a nosotros el miércoles 19 de marzo a las 7:00 PM en Zoom para nuestra reunión mensual.
🔗 Enlace Zoom: Únete aquí

https://k12-bostonpublicschools.zoom.us/j/82285105427

Caregiver Social and Silent Auction
We invite families to join us for our annual Caregiver Social and Silent Auction on March 28th at 5:30 pm. This year, the auction items will be available online, offering a variety of great items. CASP will provide FREE childcare.// Invitamos a las familias a unirse a nuestro evento anual de Subasta Silenciosa y Social para Cuidadores el 28 de marzo a las 5:30 PM. Este año, los artículos estarán disponibles en línea, con una variedad de opciones geniales. CASP ofrecerá cuidado infantil GRATUITO.

Save the Date: Family Financial Prosperity Workshop Series

We are thrilled to invite you to a Family Financial Prosperity Workshop Series, designed to help families achieve financial stability and growth.

Family Financial Prosperity: Level 1

Tuesday, April 1, 2025

Agenda for Level 1:

Introductions
Discuss Common Challenges: Burdensome debt, budgeting, building credit, and economic mobility
Resources and Referral Programs: Education and career training, affordable housing, first-time homeownership, food resources, and preventing homelessness
Interactive Exercise: Write down your SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Timely)

Family Financial Prosperity: Level 2

Thursday, April 3rd, 2025

Agenda for Level 2:

Key Insurance Considerations for Families: Life, homeowners, property, rental, excess liability, and long-term care
Key Savings Considerations for Families: Education savings programs (529 plans), savings programs for kids, and the power of compounding interest
Key Tax Code Considerations for Families: Child and dependent care-related credits, earned income credits, and more //

Taller de Prosperidad Financiera Familiar

Estamos emocionados de invitarles a una serie de talleres diseñados para ayudar a las familias a lograr estabilidad y crecimiento financiero.

📌 Nivel 1: Martes, 1 de abril de 2025
📌 Nivel 2: Jueves, 3 de abril de 2025
(No es necesario haber asistido al Nivel 1 para participar en el Nivel 2.)

🔹 Temas abordados: Presupuesto, crédito, vivienda asequible, educación financiera, seguros, impuestos y más.

Más detalles próximamente.

GET INVOLVED @ THE CURL

Join the Spring 2025 Curley Running Club!
Ready! Set! … Go Curley! We will be hosting our third educator-coached running club this Spring! Beginning on Monday, March 31 and ending on Global Running Day, Wednesday, June 4 the club is open to ALL students in Grades 1, 2, and 3 (regardless of enrollment in CASP). If your child has a desire to improve their physical and mental health through exercise and wants to learn more about running for stamina, not just tag, please join us. Important Notes:

The club will be limited to 30 students. Students that can attend both Mondays and Wednesdays will be given preference in the event the club is overenrolled.
Running shoes will only be provided for students with 90%+ attendance for the first six weeks.)
Students should be ready to listen to and follow instructions from coaches, actively participate in all warm-up, cool down, team-building, goal setting and progress tracking
Pick up for CASP students will follow the usual process. Pick up for non-CASP students are on time from the Curley track, OR CASP students are picked up from CASP as usual.

Ready to Sign-Up Now? Click Here

We will notify you if your child is in by Friday, March 21. Your child will be added to a waitlist if we are not able to offer them a spot for week 1.

Have More Questions? Contact … Erika Mercado 617-635-8239 or emercado@bostonpublicschools.org //

🏃‍♂️ ¡Únete al Club de Running Curley! Abierto para estudiantes de 1º, 2º y 3º grado.
📅 Inicio: 31 de marzo – Fin: 4 de junio (Día Global del Running)
🎯 Límite: 30 estudiantes (se dará preferencia a quienes asistan los lunes y miércoles).
👟 Recompensa: Zapatillas deportivas para estudiantes con asistencia del 90%+ en las primeras 6 semanas.

🔗 Regístrate aquí: Enlace de inscripción

Join us for our Annual Silent Auction and Caregiver Social on March 28th!

To make this event a success, we need volunteers. Please visit our SignUp Genius to see how you can help and support this wonderful cause.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4FABA62FA4FDC52-51532725-curley?useFullSite=true#

Help Support the Mozart Park Redesign!

A Curley Alumni is currently working with Hyde Square Task Force on a major project to redesign Mozart Park in Jamaica Plain, and they need our help! The park is used by students from the Curley, Hennigan, and other schools in the area, and its redesign is vital for the community.

The City of Boston has provided an opportunity to win $1 million for the construction of a brand-new park, and your vote can make a difference!

Please take a moment to vote for the “Redesigning Mozart Park” project by following this link://

Un exalumno de Curley está trabajando actualmente con Hyde Square Task Force en un proyecto importante para rediseñar Mozart Park en Jamaica Plain, ¡y necesitan nuestra ayuda! El parque es utilizado por estudiantes de Curley, Hennigan y otras escuelas de la zona, y su rediseño es vital para la comunidad.

La Ciudad de Boston ha ofrecido una oportunidad para ganar $1 millón para la construcción de un parque completamente nuevo, ¡y tu voto puede marcar la diferencia!

Por favor, tómate un momento para votar por el proyecto “Rediseñando Mozart Park” siguiendo este enlace:

Vote for Mozart Park – Youth Lead Change

PEAKING INTO THE CURLEY

Black History Month Show

What an incredible performance our students delivered for our Black History Month Celebration! Their dedication and hard work truly shined, showcasing not only their talent but also the spirit of our vibrant Curley community. The event was a beautiful and inclusive celebration of culture, history, and unity. A heartfelt thank you to our Performing Arts Department for their unwavering commitment and effort in making this event so memorable.// ¡Qué increíble presentación ofrecieron nuestros estudiantes en nuestra celebración del Mes de la Historia Negra! Su dedicación y esfuerzo brillaron de verdad, mostrando no solo su talento, sino también el espíritu de nuestra vibrante comunidad Curley. El evento fue una hermosa e inclusiva celebración de la cultura, la historia y la unidad. Un sincero agradecimiento a nuestro Departamento de Artes Escénicas por su compromiso y esfuerzo inquebrantables para hacer de este evento algo tan memorable.

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School Store is Now LIVE

We are thrilled to welcome back THE SCHOOL STORE for our students in grades 3-8, which rewards students for following school expectations. The school store will open on Wednesday, October 16th, and continue on Wednesdays for all grades. / ¡Estamos emocionados de dar la bienvenida nuevamente a LA TIENDA ESCOLAR para nuestros estudiantes de los grados 3-8, la cual recompensa a los estudiantes por seguir las expectativas de la escuela! La tienda escolar abrirá el miércoles 16 de octubre y continuará abriendo los miércoles para todos los grados.

If you wish to make donations to the school store you can use the following links
Amazon Wish List
donors. choose link

SUMMER RESOURCES

YES- Outdoor Adventure Summer Camp Applications

Our application for Outdoor Adventure Summer Camp can be found here! Our Outdoor Adventure program runs in the months of July & August and offers two unique opportunities. Youth are allowed to select one of the following sessions:

Overnight Leadership Camp @ Swann Lodge (One Week Experience) – Located in the Berkshire Mountains, youth who sign up for our overnight week will head to Swann Lodge, our lodge in the Berkshires, and experience a week of exploring the natural world around them! From nighttime campfire songs to hiking Mount Greylock, overnight camp is a chance for youth to get outside the city and explore while developing crucial leadership skills. Activities will include kayaking, rock-climbing, hiking, swimming, fishing, and waterfall exploration.

Session 1: For Youth Entering Grades 6-8 When: Monday, July 14th – Friday, July 18th

Cost: $250 – $600. Camp fees for each family are based on a sliding scale linked to household income and number of dependents. YES is also committed to providing programming in which cost is never a prohibitive factor in participating. As such, scholarships are available for families who may have trouble regarding pricing. Who: Youth currently in grades 6 to 8.

Day Camp – Day Camp runs out of our Boston office on Mondays through Friday. Youth are dropped off at 8:30am and are picked up by 4:00pm. From our office, youth will head around the Boston area to experience outdoor activities in their own backyard, such as rock-climbing, kayaking, paddle-boarding, and mountain biking. YES is also committed to providing programming in which cost is never a prohibitive factor in participating. As such, scholarships are available for families who may have trouble regarding pricing. We will have two sessions of Day Cam,p youth can be enrolled in:

Session 1: One Week, For Youth in Grades 2-3

When: Monday – Friday, July 21st – July 25th. Time: 8:30am – 4:00pm

Cost: $150 – $300. Camp fees for each family are based on a sliding scale linked to household income and number of dependents. Who: Youth currently in grades 2 to 3.

Session 2: Two Weeks, For Youth in Grades 4-5

Monday – Fridays, July 28th – August 8th. Time: 8:30am – 4:00pm

Cost: $300 – $600. Camp fees for each family are based on a sliding scale linked to household income and number of dependents. Who: Youth currently in grades 4 to 5.

Session 3: Two Weeks, For Youth in Grades 4-5

Monday – Fridays, August 11th – August 22nd. Time: 8:30am – 4:00pm

Cost: $300 – $600. Camp fees for each family are based on a sliding scale linked to household income and number of dependents. Who: Youth currently in grades 4 to 5.

How To Apply? Please complete this application by Friday, March 28th, 2025 to be considered for our Outdoor Adventure Summer Camp. Applications should take around 5 minutes to complete. As we have a limited number of spots, completing this application does not mean you are guaranteed a spot. Once our eligibility application closes on March 31st.

The Food Project Internship – Applications Due April 5th

Six-week paid program (July 7- Aug 15, 2025), students aged 14 -17 youths to work with staff to grow vegetables and distribute thousands of pounds of produce. Flyer with QR code.

Camp Harbor View

Exciting news! Registration is now open for Camp Harbor View, an incredible and completely FREE opportunity for students entering 6th through 9th grade next year (or current 5th – 8th grade students). This amazing camp offers an unforgettable experience filled with fun, adventure, and personal growth, all within a supportive and enriching environment. Don’t miss out on this fantastic chance for your child to make lasting memories and develop new skills!

For more information, please visit: https://campharborview.org/summer-camp/summer-program-details/ .

2025 Youth Jobs and Resource Fair
FutureBOS – Summer 2025 Youth Job Applications Are Now Live! The new filter function is here to help you explore thousands of opportunities across various industries and find the perfect job for you. Don’t wait—start applying now! Join the City of Boston Youth Jobs and Resource Fair on March 29, 2025 for more information and additional resources.

The 3Point FoundationThe 3Point Foundation is hosting a FREE Summer Learning Academy from July 7, 2025, through August 8, 2025, at two locations: UMass Boston and The Fessenden School in West Newton. We would love your help in sharing this opportunity with families! The program is open to students in grades 4-7 (rising 5th-8th graders).We have launched our interest form for the 2025 Summer Learning Academy: Interest Form*** While completing this form does not guarantee a student a spot, those who submit it will be the first to receive our official application in early April.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Healthy Kids Running Series
Healthy Kids Running Series in Jamaica Plain engages communities and families by providing an inclusive youth running experience, inspiring kids to believe in themselves and lead an active, healthy lifestyle. We start on Sunday, May 18th, 3:00 pm, at Parkman Playground. If you have any questions please contact Adam Marks at jamaicaplainma@healthykidsrs.org and you can sign up for the races here: https://healthykidsrunningseries.org/race-locations/jamaica-plain-ma/

Access to Counsel Pilot Program
The Access to Counsel Pilot program is designed to assist families facing eviction. It is a partnership among BPS, the Mayor’s Office of Housing Stability, FamilyAid Boston, and Greater Boston Legal Services. What is different now is the involvement of Greater Boston Legal Services. Therefore, when homeless liaisons check off the ‘Threat of Eviction’ referral reason on the EHIP form, FamilyAid coordinates with Greater Boston Legal Services for families to receive help navigating the eviction process and with related needs.

Reach out to Ms. Hernandez at yhernandez@bostonpublicschools.org for more inquiry on the program.

Five Keys to Healthy Eating for BPS Families

Craving simple strategies to get your kids eating well? This interactive session offers practical, real-world strategies for dealing with busy schedules and mealtime struggles.

What to do and say when kids don’t like food
Positive ways to get kids trying new foods
How these ideas connect to learning and your family’s culture and traditions around food

Who: All BPS Families

When: 3/24/2025 | 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Where: Zoom- registration link here

Fliers:Flier folder

Contact: Carmen Vega, Cvega@bostonpublicschools.org

Urban Financial Literacy

The Urban Financial Literacy program is a comprehensive initiative designed to equip participants with essential financial knowledge and skills to achieve financial independence. Targeted towards youth and families, the program focuses on a range of critical topics that are relevant to long-term personal and financial growth.

MBTA Reduced Fare Program

MBTA’s income-eligible reduced fare program offers reduced fares to riders between the ages of 18 and 64 who are enrolled in an approved state assistance program.

Income-eligible CharlieCards can be loaded with:

Cash value for roughly 50% reduced one-way fares
$10 7-Day LinkPasses
$30 monthly LinkPasses

Your card can also be used to purchase reduced one-way fares and monthly passes for Commuter Rail, Ferry, and Express Bus. For more information, visit MBTA Reduced-Fare Program./

El programa de tarifas reducidas para personas con ingresos elegibles de la MBTA ofrece tarifas reducidas a los pasajeros de entre 18 y 64 años que están inscritos en un programa de asistencia estatal aprobado.

Las CharlieCards elegibles por ingresos se pueden cargar con:

Valor en efectivo para tarifas de un solo viaje reducidas en aproximadamente un 50%
Pases de enlace de 7 días por $10
Pases de enlace mensuales por $30

Su tarjeta también se puede utilizar para comprar tarifas de un solo viaje y pases mensuales reducidos para el tren commuter, ferry y autobús expreso. Para más información, visite el Programa de Tarifas Reducidas de la MBTA.

BPS SUNDAYS ADMISSION/Admisión gratuita todos los domingos

On the first and second Sunday of each month from now to December 2026, the amazing cultural institutions listed below will be free of charge for BPS students and up to three family members!/El primer y segundo domingo de cada mes desde febrero hasta agosto de 2024 las instituciones culturales que aparecen en la lista permitirán la entrada gratuita a los estudiantes de BPS con un máximo de 3 miembros de familiar!