BPS Parent University

SAVE THE DATE
Parent University Graduation is Friday, May 29th @ 5:30pm.
At the Bruce Bolling Municpal Building ( the new Court Street)
2300 Washington Street, Dudley Square

If you are not sure of how many points you have toward graduation please call the office after Monday, May 18th.

If you have ten points and do not receive an invitation to the graduation by Wednesday, May 20th please call the office at 617.635.7750.

Manchester CT and Buffalo NY came to Boston to learn about our Family Engagement strategies.

Every Day Matters in the Life of a Child

Every Day Matters in the lives of our students. Come, learn and share with other parents your strategies and views to support your student in academics, health and wellness and social and emotionally.
Will you meet me there?

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Parent University - Spring 2015 There are hundreds of things we all do every day, brush our teeth, wait for the bus, and wash dishes that seem routine. Some of these things are more important than others, mainly the ones that affect the children we are caring for. Parents do these same things for children, remind them to brush the…

All Boston Public Schools will be closed Monday - Tuesday, February 9-10, 2015. There will also be no bus services.
Administrative offices, including the BPS Welcome Centers and Newcomers Assessment and Counseling Center, will also be closed on Monday. Only essential personnel are asked to report to work.
During these snow days, check out our Digital Learning Library. Fun, learning opportunities exist for students of all ages, including e-books, online games and research sites: www.bostonpublicschools.org/digitallibrary.

To support childcare needs, Boston Centers for Youth and Families will be open from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Children must be at least seven (7) years of age. For more information about locations and requirements, please contact a BCYF site near you, or call the Mayor's Hotline at 617-635-4500.

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Attention all BPS families:


With canceling school on Monday and Tuesday, we have surpassed by one day the end of June in the school calendar, and will need to make up one day. What does this mean for students?

We are obligated to provide 180 days of instructional time for students; therefore, we will need to find an additional day to make up for Tuesday's missed classes. As we do so, we will also be creating a plan in case more snow days are needed this winter. Currently, all options in terms of available days are under consideration, including Evacuation Day (3/17), Bunker Hill Day (6/17), Good Friday (4/3), and vacation breaks. We will work with various school unions to establish a calendar for the remainder of the year, while prioritizing holidays such as Evacuation Day and Bunker Hill Day. We will continue to update families as we have more information.

Smart From the Start
What: Smart from the Start is a family support, community engagement and school readiness initiative that has as its mission to prevent the academic achievement gap among young children living in Boston’s most underserved communities. Smart empowers children and their families with the tools, resources, and supports they need to break cycles of chronic school under achievement and generational poverty. Smart from the start is hiring for the following positions:
Full Time Program Coordinator
-bilingual skills preferred
Part Time (Potentially Full Time) Program Facilitators
-bilingual Haitian Creole or Spanish speaking skills preferred
Part Time Program Assistant
More Info: Contact Sophia Girault at [email protected] for more information or to send your resume or visit http://www.smartfromthestartboston.org/jobs/.

Jobs | Smart From The Start We are please to announce that Smart from the Start is hiring! As you know, Smart from the Start is a family support, community engagement and school readiness initiative that has as its mission to prevent the academic achievement gap among young children living in Boston’s most under served communi…

Court Service Centers Opening
What: The Court Service Center (CSC) offers numerous services, including general information regarding court rules, procedures and practices, work space and assistance in preparing forms and documents, neutral self-help information in multiple languages, public access computers, and access to interpreter services. Court Information Desks at both locations will continue to assist the public with directions and other very basic services, while directing members of the public to the CSC for additional information and assistance.
Where: Brooke Courthouse in Boston. Open 8:30am-4:30pm Monday-Friday - walk ins only

Children’s Behavioral Health Intensive Care Coordinator
What: Justice Resource Institute’s Dimock Community Based Service Agency (Dimock CSA) located in Jamaica Plain is accepting full-time applicants for the Children’s Behavioral Health Initiative (CBHI) Intensive Care Coordinator (ICC) positions. Dimock CSA is seeking a talented, compassionate, dedicated Bilingual Intensive Care Coordinator to provide care planning and coordination of services for eligible youth under the age of 21. The ICC is driven by the needs of the youth and developed through a Wraparound process consistent with System of Care philosophy. Their mission is to ensure that families and their children with significant behavioral, emotional, and mental health needs obtain the services necessary for success in home, school and community.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Social work or other mental health discipline required; experience navigating child/family-serving systems and working with state agencies, consumer advocacy groups, and/or behavioral health facilities; experience in working with and advocating for children/families with serious emotional/behavioral health needs; knowledge of Wraparound systems of care and child welfare; strong oral, written, organizational and time management skills; willingness to work flexible hours; certification in the Massachusetts CANS, a valid driver’s license and reliable automobile, as travel is required.
More Info: Candidates should send cover letter and resume to Binh Tran, Program Director, at [email protected] or fax 617-522-0652.

YEAR UP is recruiting for its March 2015 class!
What: Year Up’s mission is to close the opportunity divide through a one-year intensive program. This free program serves youth ages 18-24 who will receive an educational stipend and earn up to 24 free college credits while taking classes and completing an internship at top companies in Boston to prepare for a professional career. Help identify young adults looking for a next step in their journey towards a career & higher education!
When: Recruiting for the March 2015 class. INFO SESSIONS – most Mondays and Thursdays (4:30pm); call or email contact below for more info
Where: Year Up, 93 Summer Street, Boston, MA 02110
More Info: To learn more contact Sabrina at [email protected]. Interested applicants should fill out an online Student Interest Form or call 617-542-1533 and follow the prompts to Admissions to RSVP for an upcoming information session.

Survivor to Survivor Support
What: This service is for individuals who have lost a loved one to homicide. The program provides assistance with preparation for court proceedings, building relationships with victim service advocates, emotional support, and peace and healing circles. Make a time to go in for tea, coffee, conversation and survivor to survivor support with Janet Connors.
When: Call to schedule a time.
Where: Louis D. Brown Peace Institute, 15 Christopher St., Dorchester MA
More Info: Call (617) 825-1917

Career Collaborative Job-Search Course
What: Career Collaborative offers a free program that helps unemployed and under-employed men and women get full-time, permanent jobs and keep them. Positions are entry-level jobs that pay $24,000 to $32,000 per year plus benefits. To qualify, participants must be 25 to 55 years old, able to devote Monday through Friday to their job search for four weeks, legal to work in the U.S., and able to succeed in an English-speaking workplace. People are over-qualified if they have a Bachelor’s degree from a U.S. college, but they work with many men and women who have Associates degrees and certificates from training programs in the area.
When: To apply for the program, go to an Information session any Thursday at 1:00 p.m. The next Job Search course begins Monday, February 2.
Where: 77 Summer Street (11th Floor) Boston, MA
More Info: Call (617) 424-6616 or contact [email protected]

Auditions for a Paid LGBT Youth Theatre Troupe
What: Looking for youth ages 14-22 who identify as gay, le***an, bisexual, transgender, q***r, questioning or straight allies. During Fall and Spring troupes, youth participants create an original play about their personal experiences and tour this work to schools, community groups, festivals, conferences and government agencies throughout New England. If you are interested in acting, writing, working backstage and/or activism and want to get PAID to tour Massachusetts with an original play written by YOU and your peers -Audition for True Colors: OUT Youth Theater Troupe!!
Program Dates: Performers must have a flexible schedule & be available for:
Auditions, Rehearsals, & Touring: February 10 – May 30, 2015
Weekly rehearsals in Boston on Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00pm-9:15pm
One weekend of mandatory rehearsal: February 28-March 1, 2015
One week of mandatory rehearsal: April 6-10, 2015
Touring to up to 15 locations (4 performances during school/work hours)
Ability to travel independently via Boston public transportation required
When: Auditions Tuesday, February 10, 2015 6:00pm-9:00pm; callbacks Thursday, February 12, 2015 6:00-9:00pm
Where: Copley Square offices; Location details given with sign up.
More Info: See http://www.thetheateroffensive.org/true-colors/audition or Contact Nick Bazo [email protected] or 617-661-1600 x302 to sign up for an audition slot.

ABCD Career Explorations Program is Seeking Applicants
What: ABCD Career Explorations provides year round programming to Boston residents, ages 16-21, through job placement, career development, and comprehensive job readiness services through one-on-one case management. Career Explorations offers in school and out of school youth the opportunity to receive basic skills and advanced training in high-demand career fields including building trades, culinary arts, early child care, and health and biotechnology. Through the program youth meet professionals from an array of occupations within each pathway, participate in workshops and field trips throughout Boston to enhance their career development. The Career Exploration staff also provide individual job counseling and assistance with the job search and application process in order to help link youth to jobs that match their interests.
The program includes a 14-week paid internship during the year’s curriculum and free certification for First Aid and CPR training.
To Apply: Stop by the office to fill out an application in person
When/Where: 200 Tremont St., Boston MA; hours are Monday-Friday from 9am – 5pm

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Roxbury Multi-Service Center (RMSC) Education Center Programs
What: RMSC’s Open Access Computer Lab, Homework Help Program, and Math Program Saturdays are all accepting new applicants. All programs are free.
When:
Open Access Computer Lab - Monday-Friday from 9:30am-12:30pm
Homework Help Program - Monday-Friday from 2-6pm for students in grades 4-8
Math Program - Saturday from 10am-12pm for students in grades 5 and 6
Where: Roxbury Multi-Service Center, 434 Warren St, Dorchester MA
More Info: Contact Carmen Santos at (617) 989-0292