Rogers Middle School Newsletter

Dear Rogers Families,

As you walk through Rogers Middle School, you’ll see students deeply engaged in high-interest texts, using diverse methods to solve equations, and participating in thoughtful lessons that embody our CARE values. We greatly appreciate your efforts in ensuring your child comes to school ready to learn each day. We hope you find this newsletter both informative and helpful.

We made significant updates to our Rogers website to make it more accessible and a valuable resource for important information about our school programs. The updated pages include details about extracurricular activities, the School-based Planning Team, Title 1 Information, and much more. Please feel free to reach out to me directly with any feedback on how we can further enhance our website. Please check out our updated website here: Our School - Rogers Middle School

In exciting news, we are implementing the Caring School Communities Curriculum to support our growth in self-management and emotional regulation. Our teachers have started incorporating at least one lesson per quarter, focusing on establishing community norms and agreements. Our next lesson will cover active listening and conflict resolution. We are also exploring ways to authentically integrate the Zones of Regulation into our lessons to help students develop independence and emotional management strategies. You can find resources for home use here: Resources | The Zones of Regulation

Last, we are excited to host you and your family at our Pancake Breakfast on our Parent-Teacher Conference Day on Nov. 26 from 8-10 AM. Please also feel free to reach out to your child's teacher or counselor to schedule a conference.

A Big Fan,

Nicholas A. DiMartino

Principal: Mr. Nicholas A. DiMartino - Nicholas_DiMartino@westiron.monroe.edu

Asst. Principal: Mr. Cody Rogers - Cody_Rogers@westiron.monroe.edu

Lead Teacher: Mrs. Colleen Vay - Colleen_Vay@westiron.monroe.edu

Secretary: Mrs. Erica Kane - Erica_Kane@westiron.monroe.edu

Address: 219 Northfield Road, Rochester, NY 14617

Main office: 585-342-1330 | Fax: 585-336-3097
Website: https://rogers.westirondequoit.org/
Health Office: 585-336-3030
Transportation: 585-336-2992; link
District Office: 585-342-5500 and District website: westirondequoit.org

Social Media: Follow Mr. DiMartino on X/Twitter @N_Dimartino

NOVEMBER

• Nov. 1 - School Pictures (Make-up)
• Nov. 11 - NO SCHOOL - Veterans Day
• Nov. 22 - Fire Safety Lessons
• Nov. 25 - 5th Grade Puberty Lesson
• Nov. 26 - Pancake Breakfast 8:00-10:00 AM/Parent Teacher Conference Day
• Nov. 26 - Nov.29 - NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Recess

DECEMBER

• Dec. 6 - 4th Grade Fun Night
• Dec. 13 - Firearm Safety Lesson
• Dec. 17 - 5th & 6th Grade Band Concert @ IHS
• Dec. 23- Jan. 3 - NO SCHOOL - Holiday Recess

JANUARY

• Jan. 15 - 5th and 6th Grade Chorus, Orchestra, and Drum Ensemble @ IHS
• Jan. 20 - NO SCHOOL - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Jan 29 - NO SCHOOL - Lunar New Year

6 DAY LETTER CALENDAR: click here

ROGERS CALENDAR: click here

2024-25 DISTRICT CALENDAR: click here

Educational interventions can be defined as targeted strategies or actions implemented to support and enhance a child's learning and development. Response to Intervention (RTI) is a multi-tiered framework used in education to identify and support students who may be struggling academically or behaviorally. It involves a systematic approach of providing interventions at increasing levels of intensity based on a student's response to instruction and support. The goal of RTI is to prevent academic difficulties, identify and address learning or behavioral challenges early on, and provide targeted interventions to help students succeed. Click on the PDF below to read more.

Join the staff at Helmer Nature Center for a special opportunity to explore the HNC trails after sunset and learn all about the nocturnal world. You must pre-register by calling or emailing, 585-336-3035 or HelmerNatureCenter@gmail.com

Students are Dake Junior High School (grades 7-8) are super excited to bring to our community "Frozen Jr." Tickets are now on sale via this link: https://cur8.com/1823/project/126500

Safety is our highest priority. Here is a copy of our tentative drill schedule. We conduct lessons through grade level meetings and community circles on how to respond across each of the emergency response protocols. We appreciate your partnership to ensure safety for all. If your child needs individual support, please do not hesitate to reach out.

• November 7 - Lockdown Drill
  
• January 16 - Lockdown Drill

• March 6 - Shelter-in-Place
• April 25 - Evacuation Drill
• May 6th - Evacuation Drill

From the Health Office:

New York State requires up to date Health Exams (also referred to as physicals) for all students in grades K, 1, 3, and 5.

Students can deliver a hard copy to our office, or the doctor can Fax 585-336-3070. If you have questions, please call the health office at 585-336-4714.

Click the link for Club/Activity Information

Nov. 6 - Newspaper Club 3:05 - 4:00PM (Cafeteria)

Nov. 6 - Chess Club 3:10 - 4:00 PM (Library)

Nov. 6 - Jazz Band 3:15 - 3:50 PM (Mrs. Doi's Room)

Nov. 7 - 4th Grade Art Club 3:05 - 3:50 PM (Art Room)

Nov. 7 - Drum Ensemble 3:10 - 3:45 PM (Mrs. Conti's Room)

Nov. 13 - Jazz Band 3:15 - 3:50 PM (Mrs. Doi's Room)

Nov. 14 - 4th Grade Art Club 3:05 - 3:50 PM (Art Room)

Nov. 14 - Drum Ensemble 3:10 - 3:45 PM (Mrs. Conti's Room)

Nov. 18 - Builders Club Meeting 3:05 - 4:00 PM (Cafeteria)

Nov. 19 - Student Council Meeting 3:05 - 3:45 PM (Cafeteria)

Nov. 19 - Connection Club 3:10 - 4:00 PM (GYM)

Nov. 19 - 4th Grade Garden Club 3:05 - 4:00 PM (Borchers)

Nov. 20 - Chess Club 3:10 - 4:00PM (Library)

Nov. 20 - Jazz Band 3:15 - 3:50 PM (Mrs. Doi's Room)

Nov. 21 - 4th Grade Art Club 3:05 - 3:50 PM (Art Room)

Nov. 21 - Yearbook Club 3:05 - 4 PM (Library)

Nov. 21 - Drum Ensemble 3:10 - 3:45 PM (Mrs. Conti's Room)

Reminder:

A Days - 4th Grade Intramurals, 6th Grade Band and Orchestra

B Days - 6th Grade Intramurals, 5th Grade Band and Orchestra

C Days - 5th Grade Intramurals, 6th Grade Band and Orchestra

D Days - 5th and 6th Grade Chorus

E Days - 5th Grade Band and Orchestra

S Days - 5th and 6th Grade Chorus

Click here for the Rogers Calendar

WICPTSA Spirit Wear Sale has begun! All orders will go home in backpacks before December break. Click here to order.

Pie pickup will take place at Rogers School on Saturday, November 23rd from 9AM - 11AM. All orders must be picked up between 9AM - 11AM.

4th Grade fun night will be on December 6th. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Rebekah Pope rjardas@gmail.com

Rogers PTSA Reps: Rebekah Pope, Bridget Nowak, and Pete Nowak

Families, do you:

• Have a new cell phone number or new carrier?

• Have a new email address or work phone number?

• Need to update your emergency contacts?

Be sure to keep your child's school informed of any changes to your phone numbers or emergency contact information. Update info directly on the Infinite Campus Parent Portal via this link, or send in a note with your child. Questions about Portal Access? Contact Mrs. Diane Bretz via this email: diane_bretz@westiron.monroe.edu