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On Saturday, March 7, more than 400 Cambridge families came out to the 5th annual Rollin’ & Summer Resources event at the CSUS/King Open Community Complex. The event gave families a chance to connect with 40 different summer program providers, learn about their offerings, ask questions, and even register for programs on the spot.
When families weren’t chatting with program providers, there was plenty to do. Kids laced up their skates in the gym, tried their hand at parkour, and played life-sized board games. This year’s event also featured a special performance from well-known magician Bonaparte, who performed a spectacular magic show in the auditorium. Throughout the event, Multilingual Family Liaisons and Community Engagement Team Outreach Workers were on hand to help with translation and interpretation, making sure families could access information and connect with providers. Feedback from families was overwhelmingly positive with 100% of post-event survey respondents saying the event was helpful and that they found the summer information they needed for their child, while getting their questions answered. Families also shared that they were able to apply for summer programming at the event or get onto a waitlist. Who attended the 2026 Rollin’ & Summer Resources event?
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On March 4, the Middle School Network gathered for a dynamic meeting hosted at Cambridge Street Upper School (CSUS). We extend a sincere thank you to the CSUS team for warmly welcoming the network into their school and sharing valuable insight into their school community and practices. Opportunities like this help deepen understanding and collaboration between school-day staff and OST providers who are working toward the same goal of supporting young people.
Spotlight on the CSUS W.I.N. Block: One of the highlights of the meeting was learning about the W.I.N. Block at CSUS, which stands for “What I Need.” This dedicated time during the school day allows students to access additional academic support, enrichment opportunities, and personalized learning experiences. CSUS shared an exciting invitation with the network: OST programs with enrichment ideas are welcome to partner with the school by facilitating a workshop during a W.I.N. Block for a season. This opportunity could further strengthen connections between schools and community programs while giving students meaningful experiences during the school day. Programs interested in exploring this partnership are encouraged to reach out to the CSUS team using the contact information listed below. The second half of the meeting shifted toward community-wide planning and youth-centered city design. The network connected with representatives from the Cambridge Public Health Department and the Family Policy Council to explore what it would mean for Cambridge to become a Child-Friendly City. Cambridge is preparing to apply for the 2027 Child Friendly Cities Initiative (CFCI) through UNICEF, and the discussion focused on both ways Cambridge is already uplifting and supporting youth and ideas for how the city can continue growing as a place where young people thrive. Participants shared perspectives from their programs and experiences working with middle school youth, helping shape what a youth-centered Cambridge could look like in the future. If you’re interested in contributing to the planning process, you are invited to attend the next CFCI planning meeting: April 8 at 3:00 PM 119 Windsor Street Cambridge, MA 02139 2nd Floor Conference Room Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed their ideas and energy. The Middle School Network continues to be a space where partnerships grow, information is shared, and our collective work supporting young people becomes stronger. We look forward to seeing you at the next Middle School Network meeting on April 1st at the Cambridge Community Center (CCC). Contact information for presenters:
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