Dear Morse School Community,
We had a busy week at Morse and are ending the month of October with some silly hat fun!. We hope everyone has an enjoyable weekend and remembers to turn your clocks back one hour as Daylight Savings Time will end.
Morse Community Live Stream
This week we highlighted our Morse Mosaic Mural Project and got to see the creative process in action. Check out this video to see our wonderful community event!
In anticipation of Election Day. We announced our very own process for selecting students to join our Morse Student Council. The Morse School Student Council will consist of students from Grades 3rd-5th. However, it is important to note that these students will represent all of the students in our school community which is tremendously diverse. Everyone’s thoughts and opinions are important. The purpose of the Student Council is to give students at Morse more voice in the decision making that affects the school community. We also hope to continue to build a stronger sense of community amongst students, continue to develop a positive Morse School experience and provide students leadership opportunities.
International Festival & Potluck
On November 14th from 6 - 8PM our school community will celebrate our yearly International Festival & Potluck Celebration. In order to highlight and acknowledge our school’s diversity and the many rich cultures and traditions that make our school special, we are inviting each Morse School family to design your own family flag! You can do it ahead of time or you and your family can complete it during the celebration.
FMS is in search of volunteers for the Morse School’s annual International Festival & Potluck! Please take a look at the many volunteer opportunities or create your own! There are so many ways to get involved. Feel free to reach out to Hannah Hinzman with questions [email protected]. Here is the VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP.
Local Food Resources, SNAP Benefits Update
Yesterday, the City of Cambridge outlined ways to coordinate with a variety of partners to combat systemic food insecurity within the Cambridge community.
Additional Community Support for Families Eligible for SNAP Benefits
- Food for Free Food Markets. Food for Free operates free food markets every month at the Graham & Parks, Peabody/RAUC, Fletcher Maynard, and Cambridge Community Charter School. They offer fresh fruits, vegetables, and pantry items. Learn more on the CPS website, here.
- Project Bread’s FoodSource Hotline has counselors available in 180 languages. Counselors can help you find food assistance through other sources. You can click this link or call 1.800.645.8333 to access the hotline.
- The Cambridge Food Resource Guide (available in many languages) contains the times and locations for food pantries, community meals, farmers’ markets, and more.
- Applications for SNAP benefits continue to be open during the shutdown.
- The Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) will process applications, and benefits may be distributed once funding resumes.
- Local SNAP information and assistance is available through the Cambridge Economic Opportunity Committee (CEOC). Visit their website for more information.
- Residents interested in supporting emergency food access work can donate to CCF’s Urgent Needs Fund, a pool of resources from donors that enables CCF to continuously respond to urgent needs in the community. To give, please visit CCF’s website.
Friends of Morse Election Day Bake Sale
As a reminder, school will not be in session for students on Tuesday, November 4th. Please consider joining the Friends of Morse fundraiser and volunteering at the annual Election Day Bake Sale. Spread the word to your friends, families, and neighbors.
Counselor’s Corner — from Mr. Nathan
As the days get shorter and the school year gets busier, it’s a great time to remember the power of a good night’s sleep! Consistent bedtime routines help kids wind down, feel safe, and be ready to learn and play their best the next day. Simple habits—like turning off screens a little earlier, reading together, or doing a quick “rose and thorn” of the day—can make bedtime smoother and more meaningful. A calm, predictable nighttime routine doesn’t just support sleep—it builds emotional security and helps mornings start on the right foot. Sweet dreams, Morse community!
Morse Caregiver Literacy Workshop
Join us on November 19th from 6 - 7PM in the Morse Library for an evening filled with grammar and vocabulary! Caregivers will take away some playful activities to encourage language development at home. This workshop is designed to support our family engagement goals of supporting students at home and building a stronger partnership with school.
Upcoming Events
- No School for Students & Staff PD Day | November 4
- Election Day and FMS Bake Sale | November 4
- No School - Veterans Day | November 11
- International Night | November 14 | 6-8PM
- Morse Caregiver Literacy Workshop | November 19 | 6-7PM
- 12:15PM Early Dismissal | November 26
- No School - Thanksgiving Break | November 27 & 28
View the Morse School Calendar- 2025-2026 >>
Happy Halloween to those who celebrate and have a wonderful weekend!
Sincerely,
Samantha Headley