Thundercat Weekly

· Upcoming Dates

· First Day of School

· PTO Spirit Wear Order

· A-Z Back-To-School Guide

· Administration Alpha Split

· Student Verification

· Counselor Alpha Split

· Counselor’s Corner

· Bus Route Locator

· Sienna Parkway Circle Closed: Traffic Expected

· Carpool

· RTMS Traffic Pattern

· FBISD 1:1 Laptop Program

· Grade Level Supply List

· Immunizations

· 4 Point Check

· Athletic Physicals

· Football

· Volleyball Tryouts

· Sports You App

· PE Uniforms

· RTMS Academic Update

· STAAR Results

· Summer Reading

· Middle School Math Resources

· School Calendar

· Student Schedules

· School/Teacher Website Updates

· 2024-25 Thundercat Expectations

· Dress Code

· Cell Phones/Electronics

· No 3rd-Party Deliveries

The first day of school is Thursday, August 8!

We’re excited to welcome back our students for a fantastic new year.

Here’s to a great year ahead filled with learning, growth, and new experiences!

• Thursday, August 8 – First Day of School
• Friday, August 9 – Football Practice Begins (7th & 8th grade athletes)
• Monday, August 12 – Volleyball Try-outs Begin (7th & 8th grade athletes)
• Tuesday, August 20 – Band Parent Meeting at 6:00 pm in the Commons
• Wednesday, August 21 – Orchestra Parent Meeting at 6:00 pm in the Commons
• Thursday, August 22 – Choir Parent Meeting at 6:00 pm in the Commons
• Friday, August 23 – Volunteers In Public Schools (VIPS) Coffee at 9:30 am in the Commons – All parents and potential volunteers are welcome!

For up to date information, please see the FBISD Back to School Website for information throughout the summer.

Support our school and show your RTMS pride by purchasing spirit wear. We have a variety of items available, including t-shirts, hoodies, and hats, perfect for showcasing your school spirit. Spirit wear is not only a great way to cheer on our teams but also helps fund important PTO activities.Please CLICK HERE to place your orders.

This school year, RTMS is implementing a new grade level split to better serve our students.

To prepare for the upcoming school year, we ask all parents to log into Family Access and update their student's information forms. This update is required for all students, whether returning or new to Fort Bend ISD.

To enhance our support for students, RTMS counselors will now be assigned based on the first letter of students' last names. We're excited to offer more tailored support for every Thundercat!

Hello RTMS Families!

We hope you had a fantastic summer! Our team is excited to welcome students back to school for a new year filled with growth and opportunities.

Feel free to reach out to us with any questions or concerns. Let's make this a great year together!

Get ready for the 2024-2025 school year with FBISD Bus Route Locator! Follow the link to enter your address and access the latest bus route details: Bus Route Locator.

Attention RTMS Families: Please be aware that Sienna Parkway Roundabout will be closed temporarily, which may affect traffic flow to our school. We recommend allowing extra time for your commute and considering alternate routes to ensure a smooth arrival.

To help reduce traffic and ensure a smooth drop-off and pickup experience, we encourage families to carpool whenever possible. By sharing rides, we can minimize congestion and get students into the building faster so they can focus on learning. Thank you for your cooperation and support!

To ensure the safety of our Thundercats, please adhere to the following guidelines:

• Use the designated car rider line for drop-off and pickup. Enter by passing RTMS, making a U-turn on Water's Lake Blvd, and turning right into the driveway. This change helps avoid traffic congestion at the Sienna Parkway light.

• Do not drop off or pick up students on Water's Lake Blvd or in the shared DLE/RTMS parking lot. This helps keep traffic moving smoothly and ensures everyone's safety.

• At dismissal, all walkers and bikers must cross Water's Lake Blvd at the crosswalk by the flagpole. A crossing guard will be available to assist if needed.

With 1,800+ Thundercats in our school, following these procedures is crucial for maintaining a safe and efficient environment. Thank you for your cooperation and support in keeping our students and community safe!

We’re thrilled to announce that Fort Bend ISD is launching a 1:1 laptop program for all secondary students (grades 6-12) starting in the 2024-25 school year! Each student will receive a laptop! This initiative will enhance learning, boost engagement, and prepare students for the future. We’re excited to see how this program will support and inspire our students!

Click here for more details.

As we prepare for the upcoming school year, please check the specific supply list for your child's grade level. Having the right supplies ensures that every student is ready for a successful start.

As we approach the start of the school year, please ensure your child's immunizations are up to date. Click the following links for more information:

• FBISD Back to School Vaccine Events
• K-12 Shot Requirements

As we gear up for a fantastic new school year, let's make sure we're all set for a smooth start each day. Follow these simple steps when entering the building:

Ensure your child is ready for the upcoming school year and eligible for athletic activities by taking advantage of the upcoming opportunity for athletic physicals on August 8, 2024.

• Date: August 8, 2024
• Location: Hopson Field House, 3335 Hurricane Lane, Missouri City, Texas 77459
• Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
• Cost: $20 (Tickets must be purchased through GoFan, no cash accepted)

Don't miss this chance to get your child's physical done and submitted on time.

Football season is almost here at RTMS! We're excited to get started and want to make sure you're prepared.

• Equipment Pickup: August 3rd, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM at the RTMS boys' gym
• Before Pickup:
  • Complete and upload your child’s physical on RankOneSports.com
  • Fill out the 3 online forms on RankOneSports.com
• Stay Informed: Join our Sports You group with code GEMN4S2U for all the latest updates and announcements
• Questions? Contact Coach Williams at Franky.Williams@fortbendisd.com

Gear up for a fantastic football season and let’s make it memorable!

Volleyball Tryouts will be held on August 12, 13, and 14:

• 8th Grade Tryouts (Before School):

  • Monday and Tuesday: Doors open at 6:40 AM
  • Wednesday: Doors open at 7:00 AM

• 7th Grade Tryouts (After School):

  • Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Please ensure that you have a physical uploaded to Rank One and all electronic forms completed before trying out. Physicals must be dated after April 1, 2024.

Team Announcements:

• 8th Grade: Team results will be announced in the coaches' office after school on Wednesday, August 14.
• 7th Grade: Team results will be distributed in letters after tryouts on Wednesday, August 14.

If you plan to try out, please fill out the form: Tryout Form

Attention Parents

A mandatory parent meeting will be held for all 7th and 8th grade girls who make the volleyball team on Thursday, August 15 at 5:15 PM in the girls' gym.

Please note:

• Girls who make the team will have an after-school practice on August 15.
• This will be the only after-school practice during the season.

To stay updated on all RTMS sports activities, join the Sports You group for your child:

• Boys Sports: Use code GEMN4S2U
• Girls Sports: Use code 4J5U-RAQH

Join the group to receive important updates and information throughout the season.

Cost: $20 Total

• $10 for shirts
• $10 for shorts

Purchase Options:

1. Online: Purchase Here
   • Print your receipt – Do NOT email the receipt to the PE teacher!
2. Cash or Check:
   • Make payable to RTMS
   • Send your cash or check with your student the week of August 12-16

Uniform Distribution:

• Handed out in PE classes the week of August 12-16
• Students need a receipt or screenshot of receipt to pick up uniforms if ordered online
• Do NOT email receipt to the PE teacher

Dress Code:

• All students MUST dress out for PE
• If not purchasing a PE uniform, students must bring long shorts and a t-shirt in school colors (purple, gold, white, grey)
• No sleeveless shirts allowed

As we prepare for the upcoming school year, it is important to keep in mind that the purpose of school is to provide a solid academic foundation. Over the past few years (post-pandemic), we have noted some areas of concern and new academic trends. Two areas students continue to struggle with are mastering their basic math facts (multiplication, division, addition, and subtraction) and writing sentences, paragraphs, and essays. By sharing this observation with you all, my hope is that you can help maintain these skills over the summer with the resources below.

All parents received an email from FBISD indicating that STAAR scores are now available for viewing. To access your child’s STAAR results, please follow these steps:

• Access the Parent Portal: Click HERE to log in and view the STAAR results.

• Obtain the 6-Character Unique Code:

  • Log in to Skyward Family Access.
  • Click on Online Forms.
  • Next to Student Assessment Results, click Fill Out Form.
  • Click on Student Assessment Access Code to find the unique code needed.

Registration is open for the 24-25 School Year. Please help encourage family, friends, and neighbors to register HERE as soon as possible to ensure the appropriate number of teachers are in place to start the year. Currently enrolled students do not need to reenroll. If you are moving over the summer, please email Christine.Gruber@fortbendisd.com to update your address.

As you begin planning vacations for the upcoming year, please review the 2024-25 FBISD Academic Calendar. Keep in mind that family trips and vacations are considered unexcused absences. It is no secret that our students learn best when they are here for us to teach them.

Parents can expect to see next year’s student schedules in Skyward no later than Wednesday, August 7th after completion of all back-to-school online verification forms. More information will come from FBISD leading up to the start of school.

Updated 2024-2025 information will be available to view no later than Monday, August 5th. Please keep in mind that teachers do not return to work until Wednesday, July 31st and can update all extracurricular and academic websites at that time.

The full FBISD dress code is located in the Student Code of Conduct. Some highlights include:

• No midriff (stomach or back) showing.
• No hoods, hats, caps, doo-rags, wave caps, bonnets, or bandanas.
• No pajamas, house shoes, or slippers.
• Short length may be “slightly above midthigh.”

Students should dress comfortably for all required school activities including sitting in chairs or stools, working in groups at tables or on the floor, walking from class to class, and walking up and down stairs. Please review the FBISD Dress Code prior to the start of the school year to ensure your student is in school-appropriate attire.

• Cell Phones:

  • Students may bring their cell phones to school.
  • Phones must be turned off and kept out of sight from the time they enter RTMS until 4:10 pm dismissal.
  • Cell phones can be used before and after school.

• District-Issued Laptops:

  • All students will receive a district-issued laptop for schoolwork.

• Headphones:

  • Earbuds and wireless headphones should not be brought to school.
  • Headphones may be used with district-issued laptops for instructional purposes only.
  • Avoid using music or noise-canceling headphones to ensure students can hear instructions and participate effectively.

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/RTMSThundercats
• Website: https://www.fortbendisd.com/rtms
• RTMS PTO https://www.rtmspto.net/

• Schoology Support for Parents

• School Cafe (Lunch Accounts)

• FBISD Volunteer Application & Background Check

Website: https://www.fortbendisd.com/rtms
Location: 1909 Water Lakes Blvd., Missouri City, TX 77459
Phone: (281) 327-3870