RES Weekly Buzz
TOSS Educators from Japan at RES
Rockport Elementary School was fortunate to be able to host visiting educators from Japan this week. The Teachers' Organization of Skill Sharing (TOSS), based in Tokyo, brings teachers and administrators on educational tours of US schools to learn about information, communication, and technology in education, special education, and STEAM initiatives. The visitors toured our school, visited our classrooms, and met with special education staff to ask questions and learn from our practices here in Rockport. Our students were attentive and engaged throughout the visits, our teachers shared amazing lessons, and our special education staff thoughtfully and thoroughly explained practices & procedures and answered specific questions. We are so very proud of the teaching and learning that was happening when our TOSS visitors were here. We are excited to have them return to Rockport in the future! We'd like to thank Mr. Rob Kahn, from Landmark School, for helping us organize this visit.
Important Dates
- September 26th: 1/2 Day of School
- Pre-K: 11:30 am dismissal
- K-5: 12:00 Noon dismissal
- September 27th: PTO Fundraiser at Jalapenos
- October 3rd: RES Picture Day
- October 9th: No School Holiday
- October 10th: No School - Teacher Professional Day
Japanese Educators Visit - from TOSS
Visiting educators spent time learning about the IEP Process in Massachusetts
and social emotional learning tools and activities at RES.
They observed students in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Before and After School Activities
Savings Makes Sense starts for grades 3-5 at RES on Thursday, 9/28/23-8:30-8:45am(RES Caf)
Fall session of Before/After school classes: Sign up here
Grade 3 Math!
DISMISSALS
If your dismissal plans for your child change during the school day PLEASE call the office at 978-546-1220 to ensure that we receive the message. Although our teachers check their email throughout the day, their schedules may not allow them to get the message in time for us to help you and your child plan for the change in plans.
5th Grade Research and Writing!
RES School Pictures 📸
RES Picture Day:
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
You can click on the picture for more
information about school pictures.
First Community Meeting of the Year
Join the PTO
Please use the following link to learn more about the Rockport PTO.
Upcoming events:
Tuesday September 27 – PTO Fundraiser dinner at Jalapeno’s Restaurant
October – Trunk or Treat
November 18 – PTO Holiday Fair
Use the following link to access the membership form: PTO Membership Form
Gloucester Presents: COMMUNITY SAFETY DAY
October 14th, 10-2, Harbor Loop, Gloucester
Notes from Nurse Wagner
Please remember to turn in a copy of your child's latest physical and immunization history.
If your child will need any medication, inhaler, or Epi-Pen for the 2023-2024 school year, new forms are required. The Medication Administration form (or a physician's order) and Authorization To Treat form will need to be filled out. Doctors should also fill out an Asthma Action Plan for any students who need an inhaler at school. These forms are available under the Health Services link on the rpk12.org website.
Please have your child wear sturdy athletic shoes during the school day to prevent slips, falls, and injuries.
Please make sure your child brings a water bottle to school every day.
RPS COVID guidelines remain the same as last year. Please stay diligent about monitoring for symptoms in your child. You can review the guidance here.
If you have any questions or need any forms sent home in your child's backpack, please call the RES health office at 978-546-1223 or email rwagner@rpk12.org
RES Breakfast Times
Breakfast is served in the cafeteria beginning at 8:30 am. Students who take part in morning activities, or those who take the bus, can enjoy breakfast in the cafeteria before the start of school at 9:00 am. If you are dropping your child off at school for breakfast, please have them arrive in time to finish eating before the start of the school day. THANK YOU!!
September Breakfast and Lunch Menus
RPS Employment Opportunities
- Multiple positions have been posted for the elementary, middle, and high schools in Rockport.
- Click here or scan our QR code to see all available positions.