Work Force @ CSUS Summer Program 2024 Application

The CSUS Work Force Summer Program is a FREE six-week in-person summer program for rising 6th and 7th grade (current 5th and 6th grade) students. Preference is given to students who will be attending CSUS in the fall. Program will run in two 3-week increments and families can sign up for one or both. Preference is given to families living in Cambridge Housing Authority developments and leased housing, or who qualify for free/reduced lunch, though any family is welcomed to apply regardless of their housing/income status.

The goal of CSUS Work Force Summer Program is to engage scholars in STEAM based projects to prevent summer learning loss through fun activities, and promote healthy social-emotional development through SEL rich curriculum. Through youth-initiated group projects, peer to peer learning, guest speakers, and field trips, students will learn all about STEAM topics, how to effectively engage with their peers and teachers, and how to increase their academic success in middle school and beyond!

CSUS Summer Program Facts:

Runs Tuesday July 1 through Thursday, August 8, 2024
Hours are Monday through Thursday 8:30 am - 12:30 pm (some field trips will bring us back later on Thursdays)
For current 5th and 6th grade students entering 6th and 7th grade in fall of 2023, preference given to those attending CSUS in the fall
Program will take place at Cambridge Street Upper School at 840 Cambridge Street
Preference is given to families living in Cambridge Housing Authority developments or leased housing, but the program is open to anyone meeting the previous requirements
Earn up to a $150 Stipend for full participation in the program
ALL THIS IS FREE TO FAMILIES

There are only 30 spaces and are filled on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS.

Last Day to apply has been extended to Friday, May 17, 2024

Please click Next Page to start the application process

Is your child attending Cambridge Street Upper School in Fall of 2024?

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Applications are accepted on a FIRST COME FIRST SERVED.

This application will close on Friday, May 17, 2024.

Applicant Information

First Name

Last Name

Middle Initial

Gender

Date of Birth

Is the Applicant a US Citizen?

Does the Applicant have a Resident Alien Card

Country of Citizenship

Social Security Number

This is needed to pay participant their stipend. This data is secure and will only be shared with the CHA fiscal department.

Race/Ethnicity

Race: Other

Country of Birth

Primary Phone

Phone Type

Applicant Email

School Information

Current Grade

Current School

Principal

Guidance Counselor

Does the Applicant have an Individual Education Plan (IEP)?

Is the Applicant an English Language Learner (ELL)

Will your child be attending Cambridge Street Upper School in the fall of 2024?

Yes

Summer Program Information

Are you participating in any program this summer?

Yes

Not Sure

What are the name(s) of the summer programs you will be participating in this summer?

Does your child have any medical conditions or allergies that we should be aware of?

Yes

If 'Yes', please describe:

Primary Parent/Legal Guardian Information

First Parent

Parent First Name

Legal name.

Parent Last Name

Relationship

Address

Include street name, number, and apartment number

City

State

Zip Code

CHA Apartment Name

Lives with Applicant?

Primary Phone

Type of Phone

Parent Email

Second Parent

Parent 2 First Name

Legal name.

Parent 2 Last Name

Relationship

Address

Include street name, number, and apartment number

City

State

Zip Code

Country

Lives with Applicant?

Primary Phone Number

Type of Phone

Parent 2 Email

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact #1

Name

Relationship

Phone

Type of Phone

Emergency Contact #2

Name

Relationship

Phone

Type of Phone

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Student Questionnaire

In order for us to get to know you a little better please rate each statement describing you below on a scale of Strongly Disagree to Strongly Agree. YOUR ANSWER WILL NOT HAVE AN IMPACT ON YOUR ACCEPTANCE INTO THE PROGRAM, they are just a way for us to get to know you before the summer.

1. Enjoy being in school most days

2. I feel confident in my academic skills (reading, science, math, etc.)

3. I am usually the class clown and like to make everyone laugh

4. I always have something to say in class and I am not afraid to speak my mind

5. I have a lot of energy and I do best in class when I am given the opportunity to take breaks and let out some of my energy.

6. I am always on time to school and class and like to participate in all activities.

7. Are you currently a participant in the CSUS Work Force school year program?

Summer Plans

Are you and your family planning to go on any vacations this summer?

Start Date of your vacation

End Date of your vacation

Recommendation Form

As part of your application we need a recommendation from your most recent/current Teacher. The recommendation is for us to get to know you better as a learner, and it does not impact our decision making. We understand that it might not be easy to get access to your teacher, but we ask that you do your best a let them know that they will be receiving an email request for an online recommendation form from Work Force. Please fill out the name and email of your Teacher that we can reach out to for a recommendation:

Teacher's Name:

Teacher's Email Address:

Your Grade and subject in this Class:

If you are having trouble filling out this form, or have questions, please contact the Work Force Teacher-Counselor:

Erica Cannon at ecannon@cambridge-housing.org; (617) 694-2852

We are sorry! The Work Force at CSUS Summer Program is only open to students who will attend Cambridge Street Upper School in the fall of 2024. For other Middle School summer options please visit the Find it Cambridge Website here.

If you need help with this form please call Carmen Blyden, Work Force Director, at 617-520-6350.