RMS hosted the annual Spring Luncheon organized by our Vista Unified Chapter PTA. It was a beautiful moment filled with so much joy during which our amazing Principal, Amy Zilk was recognized with the Honorary Admin Award by our PTA president Kathleen Farmers.

CONGRATULATIONS MRS.ZILK!! 🥳

The Jazz Cats (Jazz Band) performed Blues in Hoss’ Flat, Superstition, and Megalovania for the PTA Luncheon held at RMS on Thursday, May 1, 2025. These students rehearse before school three times a week. Several RMS teachers also performed with our students: Mr. Parrott on alto saxophone, Mr. Guerzon on bass, Mr. Anderson on trumpet, and Mrs. Maldonado on tenor saxophone.

The Wildcat and Men’s Choirs performed In this Ancient House (in English and Japanese) and J’entends Le Moulin/I Hear the Windmill (in French and English) for the PTA Luncheon held at RMS on Thursday, May 1, 2025.

Some of the members of our Wildcat and Men’s Choir participated in Choir Night at the Padres ⚾Game on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. Prior to the start of the game, they sang The Star-Spangled Banner with students from other schools.🎤

We are so proud of Ms. Bennet our librarian queen for her recognition of the VUSD STARS of Excellence & Innovation. Another well deserved recognicion of a great member of our RMS staff!

Congratulations to the 7th grader, Luke M., for a big accomplishment from last week. He is our first and only PE Stud Club member this year. He participated in a series of Stud Club fitness challenges throughout this school year and completed the final one last week to earn Stud Club member status. He won a gift basket with RMS swag and a certificate for his accomplishment. He is an extremely hard worker and deserves some recognition.👏

Our team of girls in the Girls on the Run program is preparing for their 5K run to be held on May 18th in San Diego. Let's go girls, you can do it!

On Tuesday, we had another wonderful presentation for families of incoming 6th graders at The Leadership Academy. The Roosevelt Middle School (RMS) liaisons and other MS liaisons provided helpful and engaging information about what to expect at RMS and other VUSD Middle Schools.

Our sewing club moms are excited to prepare their creations for the Open Door exhibition at RMS on May 15! A living example of camaraderie and dedication. We love having our parents at our school. 🥰

During the journaling club, we have had amazing moments sharing great stories. It has been a great collaboration among the three schools: Hannalei, Roosevelt, and Vista HS. This is an excellent interconnected community of parents within VUSD. 💗

The end of the school year is approaching, and that means many items are due to be returned to the Roosevelt Library. The library manages textbooks, Chromebooks, chargers, and library books. You will be notified via ParentSquare and email if your student has any outstanding fines or overdue items on their library account. Students will also be notified weekly via their school email as a reminder to search for missing items.

Per district policy, lost or damaged Chromebook chargers are not covered by the district's Mobile Device Cost Protection Plan and range between $45 and $50 if lost. More information can be found on the documents listed on the district's website at https://www.vistausd.org/departments/businessservices/information-technology/device-coverage.

Fees for any lost materials can be paid with cash or a card in the Roosevelt office. After paying, students should present their receipt to the library so that their fines can be cleared.

Please contact Deanna Bennet at deannabennet@vistausd.org or 760-726-8003, extension 63017, with any questions.

CAASPP Testing begins on Tuesday, April 29th. Please make sure your child gets plenty of sleep, brings their Chromebook charged, and with the charger. Thank you.

During this year’s CAASPP testing, students are expected to arrive at school each day with a fully charged Chromebook and their charger. As a token of appreciation for being prepared, students who meet this expectation will receive a raffle ticket from their teacher. This ticket can be exchanged at lunchtime for a special treat.

Please take a moment to remind and encourage your child to charge their Chromebook at home each night and bring both the device and charger to school each day. The attached flyer highlights the daily treat schedule—something fun to look forward to each day!

Staff Appreciation Week is Almost Here – and We’re Not in Kansas Anymore!

Help us show our wonderful staff that there's no place like school by donating food and treats for our magical Staff Appreciation Week! Whether you're a good witch, a wizard, or just a kind-hearted munchkin, we need your help to fill the Emerald City with delicious goodies and fuel our amazing team.

Click the link below to sign up to bring an item — because a little bit of food can go a long way down the Yellow Brick Road!

Thank you for helping us make this week Oz-some!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F044BAFAF2AA3FE3-56293122-roosevelt

We are excited to share information about our upcoming RAD Academy—a unique, invitation-only summer program designed to support student growth through targeted academic instruction and engaging enrichment activities.

Because RAD Academy has limited space available, we are reaching out to gather interest from our families. If your child receives an invitation, please take a moment to complete the RAD Academy Interest Form sent to you via email or ParentSquare. Thank you!

To all 8th-grade parents, please check the link for the RMS 2025 8th Grade Parent Overview of Graduation Requirements, A-G, and Development of My Plan. Click here for the presentation link.

The RMS Drama Club proudly presents our Spring Musical: The Wizard of Oz. Any and all are welcome to join! Shows will be Wednesday, May 7th, and Thursday, May 8th. Reach out to Ms. Marshall if you would like to get involved (gracemarshall@vistausd.org)

Caseloads:Mr. Way - 6TH GRADE | Ms. May - 7TH GRADE | Ms. Licona - 8TH GRADE | Mrs. Johnson- Wellness Counselor.

If you need to make an appointment with a School Counselor, please call the office or reach out to them at the emails below.

coryway@vistausd.org

nancylicona@vistausd.org

jessicamay@vistausd.org

danijohnson@vistausd.org

Follow us on Instagram @rooseveltcounseling for updates.

Use the PSST tool (THIS LINK) to report something anonymously.

All grades are welcome!

Monday-Thursday 3:40 pm-4:40 pm

Monday & Wednesday H-12 LaPorte

Tuesday: H-8 Gilbreath

Thursday: G-3 Klopfer

🐾🐯PTA Announcement: Spirit Wear Back in Stock! 🎉

Great news, Roosevelt Middle School community! Spirit wear is back in stock, and now’s your chance to show off your school pride.

✨ How to Order:
📄 Pick up an order form in the RMS main office
🖨️ Or print the flyer below

RMS PTA SPIRIT WEAR ORDER FORM

Don’t wait—order now to secure your gear before it’s gone again! Let’s show our Roosevelt pride together! 💖🖤

If you're interested in making a difference at Roosevelt Middle School and joining the PTA board for the 2025-26 school year, we'd love to hear from you! The PTA plays a vital role in supporting our students, teachers, and school community. This is your chance to contribute your ideas, skills, and energy to create an even better environment for everyone.

To express your interest or learn more, please reach out to rooseveltmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com

Let's work together to make the next school year amazing!

We are excited to be working with your children and families by providing resources and advice.! #RMSFAM

Please contact your community liaisons Adelesly Lobato or GabrielaThompson with any questions at adeleslylobatoreye@vistausd.org ext. 63143 or gabrielathompson@vistausd.org ext. 63013.

At Roosevelt Middle School, we are committed to supporting every student's academic and personal success. If your child is facing challenges with grades, behavior, mental health, peer relationships, or any other issues—whether they occur inside or outside of school—we are here to help.

We understand that each student's needs are unique, and our dedicated team is ready to provide the necessary support to foster a positive and productive school experience. Whether it's navigating classroom dynamics, addressing incidents, or offering guidance through personal difficulties, please do not hesitate to reach out.

For assistance, simply click on the button below to access our Student Assistance Request Form. This form is a straightforward way for you to communicate your child's needs to us and allows us to respond effectively and promptly.

Together, we can ensure that your child has all the resources they need to thrive at Roosevelt Middle School.

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Dear Wildcat Families,

If you need to check your student out for early release during their scheduled lunch period (6th Grade Lunch or 7th/8th Grade Lunch), we kindly ask that you follow the guidelines below to ensure a smooth process:

Click on the button below for more information:

As part of our dual obligation to educate students and ensure their safety when at school, Vista Unified has updated its cell phone policies for the 2024-25 school year. Elementary and middle school students will be prohibited from using personal electronic devices, such as cell phones and smart watches, while on school campus. Students in grades TK-8th grade will be required to turn off all personal devices and store them away in their backpacks while on campus.

ParentSquare is a communication platform designed to bridge the gap between schools and families. It serves as a centralized hub for parents, teachers, and administrators to effortlessly exchange messages, share important updates, and collaborate on various aspects of a student's educational journey. With features such as announcements, event scheduling, volunteer sign-ups, and more, ParentSquare streamlines communication, fosters parent engagement, and enhances the overall school experience for everyone involved.

• Parents—Getting Started Video

• ParentSquare Resumen - Espanol

• ParentSquare Resources

🌟Follow us on Instagram and discover the incredible activities happening at Roosevelt Middle School! 🎉 From our great band and choir concerts 🎼🎶to the creativity of our students, field trips, and great events, there's always something exciting. Join our community and stay updated on all the latest events and initiatives that make Roosevelt a place of learning and joy! 📚✨

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