The Prowler

Teachers, Staff, Parents, and Students,

The RHMS Campus Administration strongly encourages all teachers, staff, and students to take full advantage of this well-earned break to rest, recharge, and refresh. It’s important to take this time to relax and rejuvenate so that we can all return with renewed energy and focus as we head into the final stretch of the school year.

Looking ahead, our primary focus will shift toward preparing our students for the upcoming STAAR assessments. The weeks following break will be crucial, and we are committed to ensuring that every student is equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to succeed on these important state exams. We will work together to provide the necessary support, resources, and encouragement for each student to perform at their best.

Please note that after Spring Break, Monday, March 17th, will be a Teacher Inservice day, meaning there will be no classes for students on that day. Students will return to school on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, ready to continue their learning and make meaningful progress as we head into the final part of the year. Let’s work together to make these last few weeks count. We’re excited to finish the year strong and support our students as they achieve their goals!

We want to take this opportunity to continue emphasizing the importance of consistent daily attendance for all students. Regular attendance plays a critical role in ensuring student success, both academically and personally. It is essential that students are present each day to fully engage with the lessons and experiences that will help them thrive.

As part of our commitment to excellence, we are aiming to maintain a school-wide attendance rate of at least 96% for the remainder of the year. Achieving this goal will require the continued support and collaboration of our entire school community. We are incredibly grateful for the efforts parents are making to ensure their children attend school regularly. Your involvement and dedication are truly appreciated and make a significant difference in our collective success.

Together, we can provide our students with the best possible opportunities for growth and achievement. Thank you for being a vital part of this important effort—your continued support is key to helping our students reach their full potential.

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Monday, March 17, 2025

• Teacher Inservice--No Classes for Students
• HB3 Mental Health Training for all Professionals
• Carnegie Planning for STAAR Blitz

Tuesday, March 18, 2025

• Project Love: Excellence (5th-7th Grade)

Wednesday, March 19, 2025

• After School Tutorials 4:15-5:15

Thursday, March 20, 2025

• Open House 5:30-7:00
• College/University Day
• Project Love: Excellence (8th Grade)

Friday, March 21, 2025

• RHMS Bobcat Spirit Day
• RHMS Cheer Tryouts 4:30 pm

Saturday, March 22, 2024

• Saturday Academy #1 (8:00-12:30)
• RHMS Track Meet @ Santa Rosa

The RHMS track athletes took part in the highly anticipated Robert Garza Relay Events on Saturday, March 1, 2025. Our talented athletes competed across a variety of events, showcasing their dedication, skill, and sportsmanship. Everyone performed admirably, demonstrating both individual strength and team spirit. We are incredibly proud of all the participants and their hard work leading up to the event. Congratulations to each and every athlete for their remarkable efforts and achievements!

On Thursday, March 6, 2025, the track athletes from RHMS competed at the La Feria Track Meet, where they delivered outstanding performances. Our talented track stars showcased exceptional skill and determination, earning remarkable results throughout the event. Their hard work and dedication truly shone as they represented RHMS with pride, making an impressive mark on the competition.

Communities In Schools hosted an informative session for parents called "How to Develop Resilience in Kids," aimed at equipping them with essential tools to foster emotional strength in their children. During the session, parents were introduced to the fundamental components of resilience, including Emotion Regulation, Self-Efficacy and Confidence, Growth Mindset, and Healthy Relationships. These pillars are crucial in helping children navigate challenges and thrive in the face of adversity. In addition to understanding these key concepts, parents were given practical, actionable strategies that they can implement at home to support and nurture their children's resilience on a daily basis. This session empowered parents with both the knowledge and resources to cultivate an environment that promotes emotional growth and perseverance in their children.

This week, our 7th grade RHMS Student Mentors had the opportunity to meet with their mentees for an engaging team-building exercise. The students were tasked with working together in small groups to complete a challenge: constructing the tallest tower they could, using only paper and Scotch tape. With 20 minutes on the clock, the teams quickly jumped into brainstorming sessions, sharing ideas and collaborating to come up with the most effective design. Throughout the activity, students demonstrated strong leadership skills, taking on various roles within their teams to ensure the tower’s success. At the end of the challenge, the team with the tallest tower was awarded gift cards as a reward for their creativity and teamwork. This exercise provided a fun and constructive way for students to strengthen their collaboration and problem-solving abilities while fostering a sense of camaraderie.

A total of twenty students from across the Rio Grande Valley have successfully advanced to the final round of the local Civics Bee, set to take place in Brownsville on April 26. Among them, eight students from Rio Hondo Middle School earned a spot in this prestigious competition! The top three finishers in the final round will move on to the state finals in Austin this June, with cash prizes of $125, $250, or $500 awarded to the winners.

The students representing RHMS are:

• Jonathan Cerda
• Adrian Ibarra
• Angelina Garcia
• Miah Perez
• Genesis Moran
• Ayden Orozco
• Mario Perea
• Aria Gonzales

Congratulations to all the students for their hard work and dedication in making it to the final round—keep up the great work! Best of luck as you continue to represent RHMS and the RGV in this exciting competition!

In honor of Diagnostician's Week, RHMS administration would like to extend our deepest gratitude to Mrs. Alma Vasquez for her steadfast dedication and tireless support of our RHMS students. Your commitment to ensuring the success and well-being of each student does not go unnoticed and we are truly grateful for the positive impact you have made on our school community. Thank you for all the incredible work you do to support and uplift our students every day.

A friendly reminder to all our RHMS parents...If you have not yet done so, Mr. Moreno highly encourages all parents to join the Remind App. Information regarding upcoming activities/events, The Prowler newsletter, and other important campus information is shared weekly via Remind. Here are the codes you need by grade level:

5th Grade: Text: @9cee34c To: 81010

6th Grade: Text: @ahg2db To: 81010

7th Grade: Text: @gk3dd3 To: 81010

8th Grade: Text: @mrmorenorh To: 81010

PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE REMIND CODES ARE FOR PARENTS ONLY.

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