Our 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders finished the math MCAS this week! We have 5th grade science and Technology/Engineering in a few weeks. Many thanks to the students for working diligently on these tests and the younger ones for keeping the hallways quiet throughout the testing blocks.
In kindergarten through 3rd grade, students watched a preview of the RHS production of "Beware the Jabberwock," a children's show based on Lewis Carroll's poem "Jabberwock." The show is filled with colorful characters, both in appearance and personality, who discover that we can't always judge a book by its cover. The preview was phenomenal, and our students truly enjoyed it! If you have a chance to see it this weekend, definitely go! The show runs FRIDAY and SATURDAY at 7 pm and SUNDAY at 2 pm in the John E. Lane Performing Arts Center.
Many thanks for the different ways you showed your appreciation for our excellent staff this week. The kind handwritten notes, emails, flowers, and treats left in the teacher's room were greatly appreciated. Thank you for recognizing the hard work they do day in and day out.
Have a wonderful weekend,
Amy
May 5th-May 13th- The Town of Rockport is beginning their spring paving project on Monday, May 5, 2025. It is scheduled to run through Tuesday, May 13. As a result of this work, our school buses will not be able to use High Street for that period of time. Anyone with a bus stop of Kitefield Road or High Street Court should plan to get the bus at the top of High Street where it intersects with Main Street for the duration of that time for both their morning and afternoon runs.
In addition, we will be using our 2 bus schedule in the afternoons for both Middle/High and Elementary School Monday through Friday next week, May 5-9, 2025.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
May 16th: 1/2 day for Students
- Pre-K dismissal 11:30 am
- K-5 dismissal 12 pm
May 17th:
- Motif #1 Day-See below for more information
- "Viking Pride" Donuts at Brother's Brew-Proceeds support our amazing Rockport PTO!!
May 22nd:
- Grade 2 End of Year Celebration, 3:30-4:30 RMHS Auditorium
May 26th: No School- Memorial Day Holiday
- Band & Chorus Students watch for information from Ms. Shaw-Reese regarding the parade
- Memorial Day Parade-See below for student participation opportunities.
June 3rd: 5th to 6th Grade Transition: It is that time of year when we begin to prepare our awesome 5th graders to transition to RMHS and enter 6th grade! There will be many discussions about this transition time and a lot of information will be shared with families and students.
Please click HERE to read the transition letter from Mrs. Rose, Principal of RMHS. This letter contains important information about upcoming events.
RMS Summer Reading Program
We know it’s still May, but we are excited to reveal the book titles for RMS’s summer reading program. Please take some time to check out these great titles!
After utilizing multiple sources (book lists, librarians, and staff recommendations), a diverse group of titles was selected to engage our students. That being said, please note that the proposed books may not be appropriate for all readers. Given the wide variety of content, themes, text complexity, format, and language usage, please support your child in making a decision that makes the most sense for your family. 6th and 7th grade students will have time in class to explore these titles with their ELA classes.
Fifth-grade students will meet with Ms. Fauci and Mr. McCarthy (Mrs. Notte’s class on May 14th and Mr. Swanson’s class on June 2nd) to explore book choices and find out about these titles.
Check out our summer reading website for more information and to view the selected books. For students entering 6th, 7th, and 8th grade, your child’s required reading will include one book from our Community Reading List.
When your child is ready, they can make their book selection.
If you need guidance, reach out to Kriisten Fauci (kfauci@rpk12.org) and/or your school and local librarians for additional information. We hope you find an awesome book to read this summer.
Kriisten Fauci
RMS ELA Department
Click on the following link to review RES Illness (which goes over symptoms) and COVID-19 Protocols for this school year. To keep our school healthy, it is important to follow school guidelines. If your child is displaying symptoms of illness, please keep them at home.
Please remember to turn in a copy of your child's latest annual physical and immunization record.
Please make sure your child brings a water bottle and nut-free snack to school every single day.
The District is in need of Substitute nurses. Apply here
If you have any questions, please call the RES health office at 978-546-1223.
The Rockport Memorial Day Parade Committee would like to include as many school children as possible in the parade and ceremonies on Memorial Day. Please sign up by Friday May 23rd. All children will meet at the Legion Hall Bandstand on Beach Street at 9:30am on Monday May 26th. From there, they will march to Beech Grove Cemetery to meet a member of the committee who will show the groups where they will be standing. Please read the descriptions for each group and sign up for the correct grade level. Parent volunteers are also needed to walk with children.
If you are willing to volunteer, you can use this sign up as well.
It's that time of year again. We will be putting the yearbook together over the next few months. We are working with a new yearbook company this year and there is an opportunity for students to customize their yearbook. The deadline for the customize page is May 15.
Last day to order yearbooks is May 21st.
Scan the QR code or use the link for your convenience. www.treering.com/validate Our school's passcode is: 1017412079944261. If you have any questions or want to submit photos for consideration in the yearbook please email scollins@rpk12.org.
May 14th: 5th graders will be meeting after school to put this year's yearbook together. We will meet from 3:05 to 4:00. If you are interested e-mail Mrs. Collins scollins@rpk12.org or tell her in person. Pick up will be at the Zen Garden outside the front office
Motif #1 Day 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run
Date: Saturday, May 17th
Location: Rockport, MA
Time: 5K starts at 9, 1 Mile starts at 10
Join us for the 13th annual Motif #1 Day 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run—a Rockport tradition that brings together students, teachers, alumni, and community members for a day of fun, fitness, and school spirit!
All proceeds support health and wellness programs in Rockport Public Schools, helping provide fitness opportunities and resources for students.
Want to run, volunteer, or learn more?
Visit: runsignup.com/motif
We hope you can make it!
Juggling Club is held on Thursdays from 8-8:45 am in the RES gymnasium for grades 2-5. If you want to sign up your student(s), you can Sign up here.
If you have any questions, please email Ms. Canniff, ecanniff@rpk12.org
Students should be arriving no earlier than 7:55am for an 8am morning class.
Run Club For Spring 24/25
Orchestra
Mr. Cohen ncohen@rpk12.org
Band
Ms. Weaver dweaver@rpk12.org or Ms. Shaw-Reese kshaw@rpk12.org
2025 Rockport Summer Fun!
This program will provide your child with an enriching summer activity! They will enjoy playtime with their friends in a familiar, safe and fun environment. Children will be grouped by age and will rotate through the playground for recess, the gymnasium for indoor movement activities, and other rooms for games, Legos, arts & crafts, and snack time. There may be weekly themes, visiting special guests and welcome surprises to keep things fresh and engaging! All students who are entering Grades K-5 are eligible to participate; including Rockport residents, grandchildren of Rockport residents, children of town employees, and school choice students enrolled at RES. This program is brought to you by the Town of Rockport, and hosted at Rockport Elementary School. Please email recreation@rockportma.gov with any questions.
NEW THIS YEAR, PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY:
- $25 late fee for registrations received after 12 noon on Friday, May 30th.
- Registration will close at 12 noon on Friday, June 13th.
- Payment plans can be arranged with the Town Administrator's office
Click here for registration form-Hard copies will also be available at Town Hall and Rockport library Youth Services room.
RES Yearbook
Calling all photographers!
If anyone has photos of RES students participating in after hours, school based activities and would like to submit them for consideration in the yearbook, please send them to Mrs. Collins
Cape Ann Savings Bank at RES
The “Saving Makes Cents” Program with the Cape Ann Savings Bank is back at RES, and they will be at school on Thursdays from 8:30-8:45 in the RES Foyer for Grades 3-5.
PTO is always looking for monetary donations as well if you'd like to send a few dollars our way our Venmo is @Rockport-PTO.
- Any elementary, middle, or high school positions that are open in Rockport Public Schools are posted here.
- Click here or scan our QR code to see all available positions.
Click the links below to access the various resources:
- RES 24/25 Staff
- RPS Community Flyers
- Kestrel Summer Adventures
- Massachusetts Partnership for Youth
- Rockport Public Library-Visit the Rockport Public Library for some great offerings for both children and adults.
- Pathways for Children
- Open Door Programs
- Rockport Youth Soccer
- Cape Ann Youth Chorus
- Rockport Music- Visit the Rockport Music website for upcoming show information and discounted options for students of RPS.
- K-8 Rockport Youth Basketball
- Gordon College Soccer Camp-Summer 2025
- Cape Ann Youth Hockey-Developmental Skating & Hockey Programs
- Cape Ann Youth Lacrosse-2025 Spring registration
- Cape Ann Museum-Explore, Make, Discover – at the Cape Ann Museum
Visit the Cape Ann Museum for free art activities at CAM Green, 13 Poplar St., Gloucester, select Saturdays this Spring, 10am -12pm. Join a CAM Educator for activities at the Carlson Education Center, grab a Cassie Scavenger Hunt Guide, and come explore the gallery!
- Gloucester Youth Football and Cheerleading
