RFPME Newsletter

Welcome to our new newsletter format! As a district, we are transitioning to Smore for our online newsletter platform. We'll try to keep things as consistent as possible, but there will be some changes to formatting and access to flyers, etc. Feedback is welcome as we make the switch! Using Smore increases access to translation tools for families and allows for more consistent branding across the district. These newsletters should be mobile phone friendly, as well.

What a busy week! Thank you to all who honored Veterans Day with us in person or through sending an addition to our 'Wall of Honor'. It was a special day. Pat Knox, from Chartwells, brought his Discovery Kitchen for the beginning of a culinary series for our Elementary students. Our sixth grade students attended Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center in Lanesboro, MN for three days and two nights. We will be happy to have them back at school next week!

Thank you to all of you who were able to attend conferences. Teachers enjoy the time with you to celebrate your child as an individual.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Kai

Kai Rodgers

kai.rodgers@rfsd.k12.wi.us

• Dec 3 - PTO and Governance Board Meetings

• Dec 20 - Pajama Day

• Dec 20 - All School Assembly at 2:45

• Dec 23 - Jan 1 - No School Winter Break

On Monday, we honored Veterans in our community on Veterans Day. Our Student Council, led by Ms. Julie, hosted a Veterans Reception where Veterans, their families, and their loved ones who attend RFPME gathered to share their service. The also created a 'Wall of Honor' outside the Media Center with Veterans who are related to students at our school. It is fantastic and we invite you to take a peak the next time you are in the building. Members from Legion 151 joined our ceremony and gave a 21 gun salute and played Taps. Ms. Betsy's dad, Larry Berg, talked with our elementary classes about being a Veteran. The discussions and questions were so meaningful to all who participated. Thank you to those who could join us or helped get a Wall of Honor addition to school.

Pat Knox brought his Discovery Kitchen for the first of 6 events at our school - Noodles Around the World. He taught each of our Elementary classes about different kinds of noodles and where they come from in the world. Students were able to do a taste test. Next month, they will be learning about spices. These food experiences align with State Standards.

• 33 degrees or above - use your best judgment.

• 32 degrees or below - coat, hat and mittens are required.

• 0 degrees or below - indoor recess.

• -10 windchill or below - indoor recess.

• If there is snow, water, or mud on the field or playground, boots and/or snow pants are required.

● School starts every day at 8:45am.

● If you arrive after 8:45 am please walk your child in and sign them in.

All students grades K-3 will be given a new screener for math and literacy skills in December or January. This letter shares information about how we will learn about your child's reading skills, in particular. Upper Elementary students will continue using the Fastbridge screener. Please contact Kai if you have any questions about our screeners or process.

When: Monday, November 25th

Time: 8:00 AM

Where: RFPME Gym

There is no school for students for Fall Break from Wednesday, November 27 - Friday, November 29.

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10% of all sales come back to RFPME. Gift cards are also available!