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RMS ENews 9/15/23
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Friday, September 15
Important Dates for Trimester 1
- September 19: Fundraiser Kick-off
- October 13: Picture retakes
- October 16: Parent/Teacher Conference, 3:20-7:30 p.m.
- October 18: Staff Development, No School
- October 19-20: MEA, No school
- October 26: Parent/Teacher Conferences, 3:20-7:30 p.m.
- November 22: Conference Conversion Day, No school
- November 23-24: Thanksgiving Break, No School, District Closed
- November 30: End of Trimester 1
- December 1: Staff Planning and Grading, No School
- December 4: Staff Development Day, No School
Please Don't Park in the Gas Station Parking Lot
The Blaine Police Department reached out to us and asked us to share the following message:
Parents/Guardian's should not park in the gas station parking lot across from the school for parent pick-up at the end of the school day.
School Fundraiser
Tuesday, September 19 is the Kick-Off to our RMS School Fundraiser. Students will watch the video announcement in Royal Rally and receive a Golden Ticket sheet to bring home. Parents/Guardians will receive an email from our principal, Tom Shaw, on this day.
Our fundraiser goals are: Equipment to have Student-Produced & Written Live Announcements, a Digital Sign outside RMS and Financial Help for field trips & activities.
Please help your student(s) send 10 or more emails Tuesday night to family and friends asking for their support. After sending the emails, complete the Golden Ticket part of the sheet brought home. Students who turn in their completed Golden Ticket during lunch on Wednesday September 20 will receive prizes and be entered into the five drawings throughout our fundraiser.
Thank you for supporting RMS.
Character Strong
Dear Families,
We are so grateful you are a part of the school community this year.
One of the aims at our school is to equip young people for all the realities of today’s world. With that in mind, we have partnered with CharacterStrong - an organization that provides training for educators and social & emotional learning curriculum for students. Their work in grades 6-12 focus on 3 main outcomes: increasing a sense of belonging for all students, improving skills that support student well-being, and deepening student engagement in their academics, in their school, and in their community.
Here’s what the data tells us:
A sense of belonging in school is one of the most important conditions for learning and a fundamental support for social and emotional well-being. Nearly 1⁄3 of all students report a weak sense of belonging in their schools. Roughly half of 6th - 12th grade students say they don’t enjoy coming to school most of the time.
Mental health challenges for teens have been increasing and 7 out of 10 teens in the U.S. (between 13 and 17 years old) have named anxiety or depression as a major problem among their peers.
Student engagement drives learning and supports school success.
One of the key parts of nearly every lesson is the “CharacterDare” for Middle School students and the “To Be List” for High School students. These are invitations near the end of most lessons to put the content that they are learning into action in the real world. If you ever want to play an active role in the CharacterStrong curricula, simply ask your student about the most recent CharacterDare or To Be List challenge. Maybe they’ll invite you to try one yourself!
To learn more about CharacterStrong, check out characterstrong.com to discover other resources for students and families.
Looking forward to a great year!
Volunteer News
Our Fall Activity Night will be Thursday, October 12. We need volunteers for the event and the days prior to support wristband sales.
We need one more volunteer for the wristbands sales shifts each morning before school from 7:45-8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October 10, Wednesday, October 11 and Thursday, October 12.
Activity Night Event shift is Thursday, October 12 from 2:45-4:15 p.m. More volunteers are needed.
Donations are needed for both our Activity Night and Snacks for Staff during Conferences:
Activity Night Donations Th Oct 12
Conference Snacks for Staff Mon Oct 16
To become an RMS volunteer please complete/update your RMS Volunteer Application & Background Check Permission
Any questions please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Jenny Johnson, JenniferA.Johnson@ahschools.us
Thanks for supporting our students.
Community Education Fun Fall Classes
These fun fall classes are starting soon. Sign up now many of these classes fill quickly.
Horsemanship, learn to take care of, ride and work with horses.
Family Fun Hayride. This is open to all ages. Bring the family for a fun ride.
Howling with the Wolves. A fun family event at the Wildlife Service Center. Come see live Wolves and other wild animals up close.
Chess Clubs. If you know chess or just want to learn. Join the club and learn from Mr. Chess.
Archery. Tuesday nights. Hurry to register, this class fills.
Dungeons and Dragons classes. We have 2 classes offered. One time intro class and a 6-week classes. You can sign up for one or both.
Blaine Homecoming
September 25 – 29 students from the Bengal Den from Blaine High School will be selling select
Blaine Bengal merchandise to Roosevelt students and staff. Cash and credit/debit will be accepted. Follow the Bengal Den on Instagram to find out what products will be available at Roosevelt Middle School during Homecoming Week!
If you have any questions reach out to the Holly Boisjolie, school store advisor, by email at
Let’s go Bengals!!
Anoka-Hennepin Middle School Attendance Policy at Events:
Our goal is to provide a fun, safe and engaging opportunity for middle school students and families to support our high school-athletes as they perform in football, band, dance and cheer. The following expectations are in place to ensure that all who attend experience a safe, welcoming, and positive environment.
All five Anoka-Hennepin traditional high schools (Andover, Anoka, Blaine, Champlin Park and Coon Rapids) have made the transition to online ticket sales for athletics and activities events. With the exception of boys and girls hockey, all ticket sales for events hosted by district schools will be online using VANCO Events, the official ticketing system.
Middle School Students:
Students will be admitted to football games with a valid Vanco ticket, and with a valid ID and guardian escort- with a 2:1 ratio of students to adults.
Unsupervised students will not be permitted entry.
The student code of conduct for school extends to all Anoka-Hennepin school events. Students running, throwing objects, using profanity, or causing other disruptions will be required to sit with their guardian for the remainder of the game.
If the student’s guardian is not present, an administrator on duty will call home and escort the students to the front of the gate to wait to be picked up.
There will be no refunds if a student is removed from the game before its conclusion.
If a guardian has to be called about a student’s behavior, the student will not be admitted to a football game for the remainder of the year.
Significant disruptions and policy violations are subject to further disciplinary action.
Students are not permitted to bring backpacks, footballs, soccer balls, etc. to games. Balls will be confiscated at the gate or by administration if brought to the stadium.
Students still on campus 15 minutes after the conclusion of a game will not be permitted to return to a game for the remainder of the season.
Middle School Guardians:
Do not drop your student off unattended at the football game. It is expected that guardians supervise their students.
Please review expectations of behavior with your student(s) before arrival and arrange for a meeting location at the end of the game.
If your student is brought to you in the bleacher, please make sure your student remains with you for the duration of the game.
As stated above, please be aware that students still on campus, unsupervised, 15 minutes after the conclusion of an event will not be permitted to attend future events.
Tech Protect:
Plans available to cover your student's district-issued Chromebook
Technology plays an important role in preparing students for life, and Chromebooks are utilized as a daily learning tool in Anoka-Hennepin middle and high school classrooms. Anoka-Hennepin students in grades 6-12 are assigned a Chromebook from the school district to ensure access to technology systems that support classroom learning.
Over 28,000 Chromebooks are distributed to students the first week of school. As careful as students and schools are, accidents do happen each year - and hundreds of Chromebooks are returned at the end of the school year with damages.
The Technology Protection Plan is optional; it is not required, however, by electing not to participate in the Protection Plan, families may be required to reimburse the school district for the replacement or repair of damaged Chromebooks assigned to their student/s. Damaged or broken screens may cost between $100 to $190 depending on parts needed; or the replacement cost for the entire device could be up to $410.
Families can opt-in to the Device Protection Plan:
Log into A-HConnect.
Select “My Student Information,” and then select “Fees.”
Parents must select or decline coverage under the Device Protection Plan
.
If you forget your login and password, call 763-506-HELP (4357) or email 506help@ahschools.us.
The plan cost is $20 per student or $60 per family per school year.
If the student qualifies for free or reduced-price school meals in the 2023-24 school year, the cost of the Protection Plan will be reduced to $0.
Repairs with the Protection Plan are subject to a $15 deductible.
View the Device Protection Plan flyer to learn more. (PDF)
Enroll in the device protection plan using Synergy.
Modified Middle School Cell Phone Guidelines Promote Learning
Anoka-Hennepin Schools is committed to providing students and staff with a safe, secure, and positive learning and working environment. In an effort to improve student focus on learning and reduce distractions during the school year, a modification of the current cell phone guidelines has been made.
The new middle school guidelines, which will be in place for 2023-24, state: At all six middle schools in the district, electronic devices must be concealed and shall not be powered on or used in any way during regular operations of the school day, during other school-sponsored and supervised group activities during the school day (e.g., during student assemblies, field trips, events, or other ceremonies, ect.), or when their use is otherwise prohibited by school personnel.
Parents/guardians are advised to call the school office if they need to contact their child during the school day. School administration and staff greatly appreciate your support.
The impact of cell phones on student’s developing brains and their educational success is well researched. Consider reviewing resources available as your family prepares for the upcoming school year:
Looking to Become More Involved? Join a District Committee
Anoka-Hennepin values parent involvement in education and is committed to offering resources to meet the changing needs of parents and families. The district invites parents/guardians and community members to participate on committees as a meaningful way to get involved with the district.
The district is coordinating an annual committee application process for committees in need of new members as a strategy to increase awareness of opportunities and participation from community members and parents.
There are currently nine committees districtwide and four are in need of more members. The Early Childhood Family Education Parent Advisory Council (PAC), Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC), Student Services Advisory Council (SSAC) and the Parent Advisory Committee for Racial and Ethnic Equity are all seeking new members.
Early Childhood Family Education Parent Advisory Council (PAC)
The Anoka-Hennepin Early Childhood Family Education Parent Advisory Council (PAC) provides input and support to the ECFE and the Anoka-Hennepin Schools Preschool programs.
Attending Parent Advisory Council (PAC) meetings is a great way to learn more about school district programs and make personal connections with other families. Meetings are typically held on the second Monday of each month during the school year from 6:30-8 p.m.
Visit the Community Education website at ahschools.us/ecfepac to learn more about the ECFE Parent Advisory Council or complete an interest form.
Special Education Advisory Council
The Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC) provides tools and resources to help guardians of children receiving special education services and collaborates with the district in order to promote continuous growth of special education services to best meet the needs of students.
The SEAC is seeking up to nine new members for the 2023-24 school year. Applicants must be the parent/guardian of a current Anoka-Hennepin student on an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or 504 plan.
Parents/guardians are also welcome to attend meetings as guests. If you are interested in becoming a member of this committee or attend the meetings as a visitor, please contact Mary Esch at 763-506-1362. Complete an application for SEAC membership.
Student Services Advisory Council
The Student Services Advisory Committee (SSAC) is a group of students, parents, teachers, school administrators and specialists charged with advising the district regarding how best to provide equitable educational opportunities for all students. SSAC works to address and close persistent gaps in student achievement, including academic performance and graduation rates.
The SSAC meets three times per year to review the Achievement and Integration plan and the district's Equity Achievement Plan in alignment with the district's strategic priorities.
Please fill out an interest form if you would like to be a member of the SSAC.
Parent Advisory Committee for Racial and Ethnic Equity
The parent-led Parent Advisory Committee for Racial and Ethnic Equity (PACREE) helps create racial and ethnic equity in the district by creating successful students with a sense of belonging. This committee empowers parents from racially and ethnically underserved communities advocate for their students.
This committee includes parents and guardians and district staff and meets monthly during the school year. The kick-off meeting for the 2023-24 school year is set for Tuesday, Sept. 12.
For more information about this committee or to become a member, please contact Darron Sherrill, Assistant Director of Student Services - Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
For more information on district committees, please visit ahschools.us/committees.
Important School Phone Numbers
- Main Office: 763-506-5800
- Absence Line: 763-506-5806
- Attendance Office: 763-506-5961
- Student Services & Registration: 763-506-5960
- Community Education: 763-506-5812
- Child Nutrition: 763-506-5811
- Health Office: 763-506-5978
- Volunteer Services: 763-506-5970
- Help Desk: 763-506-HELP (4357)
Useful Links
- Attendance Process
- Access your Student's Lunch Account
- Health Services Practices
- Locating your Student's Bus Information
- Middle School Digital Day Calendar
- Office Procedures
- Report a Student's Absence Online
- RMS Essential Information
- RMS Traffic Flow Procedures
- SchoolPay Fee Directions
- Visitors and School Safety
Upcoming Events and Items of Interest
Check out Roosevelt Middle School's Activities Calendar.
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