On Tuesday April 9th Families of RAUC invites you to join us at American Flatbreads Somerville (45 Day Street, Somerville) for some food, drinks, and bowling for our Benefit Bakes fundraiser. We will also be kicking off our 2nd Annual Online Silent Auction that will end on Friday April 26th.
Flatbreads will be donating $4 for every large pizza purchased, and $2 for every small pizza purchased.
The much anticipated Let’s GLOW theme dance was a HUGE success. Teachers and staff say they can’t remember this many kids all dancing together. 193 students showed up to have a night to remember. Dancing to DJ Wroge (Mr. Wroge – Band Teacher, thank you so much!) amazing playlist of popular songs, enjoying the black light activated temporary tattoos and glow body paint, glow sticks for days, neon glasses, and polaroids at the photo station.
Many of the your students participated in the decoration and dance prep. With many lunch decorating sessions you can see the collaboration and team work with all the grades. It was fascinating to see emerging leaders and their hard work come to life at the dance. I’d love to thank all the students that participated in any of these sessions. You all should be so proud of yourselves. Also the Student Government and Dance Committee Chair – Kallie.
I want to acknowledge all the dance decorations that were donated by RAUC families, which truly helped the students make the decor come to life. Also the baked good, snacks, and fruit was so wonderful to have at the dance. Cannot forget the caregivers and students that were there to help set-up, clean-up, serve food, take pictures, help with the tattoos. It was all a group effort that made the night successful.
A huge thank you to our local businesses Pemberton Farms for donating a beautiful fruit platter, and Half Shell Pizza & More for their discount on the Pizzas. Your continued support to Rindge Avenue Upper Campus means everything to us!
We want to also thank Diamond who was at our last dance and provided extra security as well as 2 Cambridge PD officers.
We cannot forget the janitorial staff, who helped clear the cafeteria, and made clean up effortless.
Lastly, thank you to the RAUC Staff for their long time support in community events. We were lucky to have 8 RAUC chaperones this year Ms. Linette, Ms. Kayla, Ms. Tracy, Ms. Vanha, Ms. Susan, Ms. Anyah, Ms. Jahyda, Ms. Jahniya. The collective group effort helped with front door admission, keeping our students safe and having fun. We are grateful for Ms. Sizer and Ms. Sanchez, their complete onboard support throughout this whole process was felt wholeheartedly.
It’s this wonderful community that we are all apart of that continues to come together to make events like this so unforgettable.
Dear Families of RAUC community,
Happy New Year! So thankful to have you as part of the RAUC community, and supporters of Families of RAUC. We are excited for all the upcoming planned events and fundraisers for 2024.
Looking back at 2023, we helped organize with the RAUC student dance committee their first All School Dance: Midnight in Paris. It was their first dance since the Pandemic. It was a major highlight for the students. We had our first Benefit Bakes Fundraiser with American Flat Breads Somerville, where we also kicked off our first online Silent Auction. The combination was really successful and the community businesses were so gracious with their donated gift cards. Then we helped with snacks for the Cafe Night where RAUC students and teachers performed entertaining acts. We were able to order some delicious special sandwiches for teacher appreciation in May. End of the year RAUC Block Party was so fun for the RAUC community. With a dunk tank, henna, stone art, Photo Booth, Italian ice, food, and outdoor games.
We started the fall with a back to school potluck, helping the 8th graders be able to go to Mount Monadnock. We helped with Ms. Kayla’s – Junk Journal after school club supplies. We secured Ferry Tickets to George’s Island – Boston Harbor Islands for the 7th graders in the spring. Had another successful Election Day Bake Sale, where we got to connect with our neighbors. We provided the entire school with popcorn and water bottles on Movie Day to see WISH at Apple Cinemas. We organized the Staff and Teacher Appreciation Brunch, with breakfast/brunch goodies from amazing parents/caregivers. Had a beautiful lunch feast from The Half Shell a local family owned pizzeria.
Lastly, our Annual Appeal which has brought in numerous donations which helps us throughout the year be able to continue to support the RAUC community, students, and teachers. Your support through volunteering, food contributions, donations, means so much!
Wishes for an amazing 2024 New Year! Gratitude to have you as a part of the FRAUC family, and RAUC community.
With immense gratitude,
Sara Flynn & Families of RAUC Board of Directors
On December 21st, RAUC Staff and Teachers were celebrated. Parents and caregivers were so generous with their lovely home made food, treats and coffee (which is a huge must have for the morning for RAUC) for a beautiful breakfast spread.
With RAUC families and caregivers contributions we were able to have a full lunch spread from our local neighborhood family pizzeria The Half Shell. RAUC Staff enjoyed: Chicken Broccoli Alfredo pasta, Chicken and Eggplant Parmesan pasta, Garlic Bread, 4 Large Special Pizzas, and 2 choices of Salads.
RAUC Staff and Teachers were so appreciative in having this feast of food, especially right before the winter break. Boost of morale and knowing they are valued is always so important.
Last but not least we had some very special signs that Ms. Dormitz and Ms. Spencer’s Lunch Arts & Craft club helped make.
A huge thank you to Alison N, Katie P, Eliza R, Ellen H, Rachelle B, Nestor S, Amanda G, Joanne S, Erin D, Ena V, Leslie D, Tracy O, Regine V-G, Amy S, Kanako K, Elisa VV, Sahori M, Tina L, Genji, Jean-Antoine, Amy Z, Noam W, Nikki F, Jennifer W, Alison H, Katie C, Melanie S, Marnie G, Lauren S, Marcy W, Amanda S, Johanna K for making this day extra special!
As we kicked off our Annual Appeal on Giving Tuesday, we are thankful for those who have contributed. Your generous gifts will help us continue to support and enrich the RAUC students and community. Families of Rindge Avenue Upper Campus and the RAUC community appreciate your wonderful contributions.
We are 18% to our goal, and are welcoming donations from families, friends, and neighbors. There’s still time to donate securely through Square, PayPal, or send a check payable to: Families of Rindge Avenue Upper Campus, 70 Rindge Avenue Cambridge MA 02140.
We appreciate your support!
RAUC Teachers and Staff are the center and heart of the school. Our students are so lucky to have the supportive, encouraging, teachers and staff during their middle school experience. As we end 2023, Families of RAUC is organizing a Staff Appreciation Brunch to show our support and appreciation to the staff. The brunch is set to happen on Thursday December 21st. There’s still time to sign up to bake some treats or if you don’t have time to bake but still want to help provide delivery Venmo @Sara-Flynn-47 confirm number 2879, please comment: Staff Appreciation.
Winter All-School Dance is a highlight experience to middle schoolers at RAUC. Last year’s Midnight in Paris dance theme was epic and a night to remember. This year it was announced that the theme is Neon/Glow in the Dark. The Student Council – Dance Committee is under way with their plans for decorations. We definitely will need help with set up, decoration donations, and adults to help with lunch decorating sessions. More info to come.
November 2023
Dear RAUC Families,
The Families of Rindge Avenue Upper Campus (FRAUC) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to support and enhance the educational experiences of RAUC students by providing support for enrichment activities which are not covered in the regular school budget.
This fall FRAUC is again having our Annual Fall Appeal. We hope you will consider making a donation today to FRAUC to enhance the school experience for your child and assure that all RAUC field trips, events, and clubs are accessible and affordable to all.
Our goal is to raise $15,000. In past years, FRAUC has given more than $20,000 each year in grants to our school! Last year, our grants supported activities and programs such as
Donations in any amount are welcome to support our 280 students, with a suggested donation of
Ways to donate:
FRAUC is a 501c3 nonprofit, and donations are tax deductible. Our EIN is 90-0897503. Sending in your donation by Dec. 31, 2023 helps give us an accurate assessment of the funds we will have available this year to plan for the spring.
We also realize that making a donation may not be possible for every family, and we graciously thank you for supporting our work in any way you can. We invite you to visit our website www.frauc.org, join our next monthly online meeting, and volunteer in other ways to help.
Thank you for your support.
With much gratitude,
Sara Flynn, Sean Peirce, Katie Pilat, and Arlene Olivero
FRAUC Board of Directors – familiesrauc@gmail.com
Families of RAUC was able to secure the 2 Charter Buses needed to transport the 8th grade students and staff to Mount Monadnock. They couldn’t have lucked out anymore with the weather, it was absolutely beautiful clear skies and warm for October. I had the pleasure of being at pick up, and seeing the excitement from the students really made bringing this 8th grade tradition a good choice for Families of RAUC to contribute to.
Election Day Bake Sale 2023 was a huge success. We were able to raise about a little over $1,200. The community was so happy to see Families of RAUC with all our baked goods, coffee, soups, and even dog treats for our four legged neighbors.
A couldn’t have had this success with out the help of our student & parent volunteers, and family bakers.
A special Thank You to our student volunteers: Elizabeth S, Nova B, Emma D-W, Ben H, Sebastian F, Lukas F, Eliana B, Phoebe H, Ben S, Oliver, and Tyler F.
A special Thank You to our RAUC family volunteers: Arlene O, Ena V, Katie P, Nina F, Martina B, Audrey D-W, Lisa B, and Beth T
A special Thank You to our RAUC family bakers: Maria C, Celeste Ng, Melanie S, Beth T, Joanne S, Eliza R, Maura M, Ellen H, Martina B, Arlene O, Katie P, Elisa V, Tracy O, Audrey D-W
We look forward to having a 3rd Annual Election Day Bake Sale next November!
Movie Day for all RAUC students happened on November 22nd at Apple Cinemas. This year the movie choice was Disney’s WISH. Families of RAUC thought it was make the movie experience complete with popcorn and a water bottle for all the students. It was a yummy treat that we surprised the students with. What a way to have a school community event before the Thanksgiving holiday break.
Welcome back to a new school year at Rindge Avenue Upper Campus. We welcome new 6th grade students and families, and celebrate the returning 7th and 8th students and families for their continued support. Families of RAUC is a non-profit parent/caregiver volunteer group that supports the RAUC student, teacher, and family community.
Our 7th Grade RAUC Students are going to enjoy a team building exploration trip to George’s Island part of the Boston Harbor Islands City Cruises. Students will be able to see and learn more about the Civil War era – Fort Warren, named after the famous Dr. Joseph Warren. They will be able to explore the nooks and open areas that the 28 acre island has to offer, as well as the Boston Harbor views on their 40 minute ferry rides.
Families of RAUC are working to secure 2 charter buses (as school buses were not available for the timing of the trip) to provide transportation to Mount Monadnock for a longer day trip for our 8th Grade students toward the end of October. This trip brings the teachers and students together to help set goals and accomplish them. This is a great way to start the year off strong as a unit. Going to Mount Monadnock was an 8th Grade tradition at RAUC and we are delighted to help bring it back.
Families of RAUC have contributed the majority of the funding to cover the costs of these 2 trips through our Staff Grants. Staff Grants are submitted by teachers who are requesting additional funding for community building and enriching experiences that might not have been possible without the help from Families of RAUC funds. Your donations and support year after year make this possible. Thank you so much!
We hope everyone’s been enjoying the summer with family and friends. As much as it would be nice to have another month of summer vacation we are headed into the start of your students school year.
This year we are looking for wonderful parent/caregiver volunteers for our upcoming school year! Whether you have time to spare occasionally or regularly we’d love to have your company and help in coordinated the amazing school events that are planned to strengthen our RAUC Community.
We are currently seeking Board Members for monthly zoom calls, and volunteers for various events. The best way for us to stay in touch is to get on our volunteer email list. We’d love to have your help, please fill out this form to provide your email.
FRAUC Volunteer Form
For every person that signs up to be on our volunteer email list you’ll be entered into a raffle to win 2 RAUC magnets for you and your family. Winners will be announced at the end of September!
We’d love to see you at todays Back to School Potluck from 5-6pm. Please bring a dish or drinks to share. There will be pizza provided. School Tour for new families with start at 5:15pm. We look forward to meeting you!
At our Flatbread Fundraiser on Tue 4/4 we are also kicking off a silent auction! Bidding opens April 4 at 4pm and runs through April 14 at 9pm. There are so many great things donated by the community. 100% of all proceeds go to support our school! Take a look!